360 degree camera: review of models and specifications

Last year became a landmark for gadgets that use panoramic technology. Here we see also virtual devices from Oculus series Rift CV1, and Vive from NTS, and VR from "Playstation". But the camera market is also not slumbering, and manufacturers presented their solutions for panoramic photo and video shooting to users. Some of the lines are just in the testing phase, while others are already waiting for their customers on store shelves.

Let's try to designate the most interesting and attractive solutions in the segment of panoramic cameras, which will please both beginners and experts in this field.

Kodak Pixpro SP360-4K

Camera 360 ° from the venerable company Kodak was introduced in 2015 at the international exhibition IFA, but appeared on the domestic market only in early 2016. Fans of brand products will have to pay for it about $ 500. Judging by the feedback of the owners and taking into account the opinion of experts in this field, the camera 360 ° SP360-4K costs its money, and the price tag fully corresponds to the "price / quality" ratio.

The owner of the gadget will receive an excellent build, a protected design and, of course, the ability to work with panoramic functionality in the highest quality (4K / Ultra HD). Photo content is obtained with a resolution of 3264 at 3264 points, and video in the development - 1920 at 1080 pixels (30 frames per second).

Distinctive features of the gadget

Camera 360 degrees SP360-4K from "Kodak" made the leader nervous in the segment of gadgets for extreme shooting GoPro. The characteristics of the device are quite impressive: a 16 Mp matrix, a physical size of ½.33 ", a standardized IP5X moisture protection, and an IP6X external impact. The device can fall from a height of up to two meters and even not notice this, which is sure to appreciate the extreme and lovers of outdoor activities. Moreover, the limits of the working temperature of the environment: -10 to +50 degrees (Celsius).

The gadget has a built-in wifi module and easily synergizes with mobile devices, that is, the SP360-4K camera (360 °) on the "Android" and iOS works quietly. In addition, the device fully supports NFC protocols. It is possible to work with external SD cards and connect the camera to a personal PC / laptop. The battery charge (1250 mAh) is more than enough for 160 minutes of video recording, which also pleases.

Nikon KeyMission 360

Another extreme representative for lovers of an active lifestyle from Nikon. Unlike the above model, this gadget can shoot not only photo panoramas, but also video content in spherical development, and this can not be every 360 ° camera. The review showed that the device also works quietly with ultra-high resolution in 4K (Ultra HD). The presence of electronic stabilization will allow you to get rid of vibration during video recording, jitter and unnecessary noise.

Camera 360 degrees from Nikon has an excellent protection of the case, it is not afraid of falling from a height of up to two meters, as well as dust and dirt. In addition, with a gadget you can swim at a depth of 30 meters and take pictures in the heat or frost. Price tag for the camera though bites (about $ 650), but the cost can be fully described as balanced in terms of "price / quality."

Bublcam

This camera (360 °) is an interesting and extremely nice sample of new technologies. The gadget has a spherical shape, where around the perimeter are the eyes of the lenses, each of which has a wide-angle grip of 190 degrees.

The solution is new and quite original and has been perceived by users in different ways. Someone fell in love with the novelty-"buns", and someone prefers the usual "boxes". Nevertheless, the clear advantage of the gadget is the fact that the existing eyes can easily cope with non-standard shooting. The 360 ° Bublcam camera can take content in a spherical coordinate (720 degrees), that is, 360 along the X axis and as much along the Y axis. The panorama splicing takes place automatically, where the end result of the photo or video content is provided to the user, which is very convenient for Those who can not wait to see the fruits of their labors, and even beginners will also appreciate this moment.

The camera is equipped with a smart matrix that easily copes with ultra-high-level development at 3840 for 3840 px for photo, and at 1440 for 1440 px for video at 30 frames per second. In addition, there is a competent accelerometer on board which will help to get rid of unnecessary noise, vibrations and any distortions.

Camera Features

The presence of a wireless Wi-Fi module allows you to synchronize with the mobile platforms "Android" and iOS. As an added bonus, there is integration into social networks (Facebook, Twitter) to immediately send footage to your page.

The battery charge (1560 mAh) is enough for about a couple of hours of dense work, which is quite a decent indicator for such devices. All this technological entourage and high-quality "stuffing" will cost around $ 650, but you will not regret the money spent. Numerous reviews on specialized forums both from ordinary users, and from experts sound mostly in a positive way. Many liked the unusual design of the camera and its impressive features. In any case, the gadget is worth its money and with a lot of work.