Planar projection is not a common panorama stitching method because it results in a flat, two-dimensional image, while other methods produce a more immersive, three-dimensional experience.

Control points are used to align and blend the individual images in a panorama stitch, ensuring a seamless transition between the images and creating a cohesive final image.

The stitching software used does not directly affect the quality of a panorama stitch. The other factors, such as the number of images, overlap, and resolution, are more influential in determining the final image quality.

Spherical projection provides a wider field of view compared to other projection methods, allowing for a more immersive panoramic experience.

Warping is not a common merging technique used in panorama stitching. Feathering, blending, and masking are more commonly used to seamlessly merge the individual images into a cohesive panorama.

Feathering is used to gradually blend the edges of the images in a panorama stitch, creating a smooth transition between the images and reducing visible seams.

Microsoft Paint is not a common software used for panorama stitching. Adobe Photoshop, PTGui, and Hugin are more popular and specialized software for this purpose.

Cylindrical projection reduces distortion at the edges of the image compared to other projection methods, making it suitable for panoramas with straight lines, such as cityscapes or architectural interiors.

RAW is not a common file format used for saving panoramas. JPEG, PNG, and TIFF are more commonly used due to their smaller file sizes and wider compatibility.

Blending is used to adjust the color and exposure of the individual images in a panorama stitch, ensuring a consistent and natural look throughout the final image.

Vertical panorama is not a common type of panorama stitch. Horizontal, spherical, and cylindrical panoramas are more commonly used.

Equirectangular projection is easier to stitch images together compared to other projection methods, making it a popular choice for creating panoramas.

Using a 360-degree camera is not a common method for creating virtual tours from panoramas. The other methods, such as using a web-based platform, standalone software, or mobile app, are more commonly used.

Masking is used to hide unwanted parts of the images in a panorama stitch, such as tripod legs or other distracting elements, resulting in a cleaner and more polished final image.