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Sunday 14 January 2018

Photography Equipment Used In Virtual 360 Tours

By Mary Sullivan


When it comes to photography and video, there is a new game in town. For, Virtual 360 Tours are now available on a number of websites. Whether looking for a place to rest and relax on vacation, or to experience differing cultures around the world, this new technology can provide the means to do so. While online touring can be fun, it can also be beneficial in a number of areas from college projects to touring the world.

While some photographs and videos are free, there are others which are only available either with a paid subscription or on an individual basis. In cases where there is a cost for video, most users have suggested that the experience is well worth the price. For, while a vacation would costs thousands of dollars, a subscription fee or the cost of an individual video is often minimal in comparison.

One of the main companies behind this technology is that of AirPana, a Moscow based professional group of 360 degree photographers. These photographers shoot 360 degree videos, also known as immersive or spherical videos. In the process, the photographers capture the view in every direction at the same time. While AirPana has created a number of videos in this genre, there are also other companies working on the creation and development of more of these type videos.

Most often this type of photography is photographed using a omnidirectional camera or multiple cameras. Once the photographs are stored, individuals can play back the photographs using a viewer which controls the photographs like a panorama. Whereas, 360 degree video is often formatted with an equirectangular projection using either a monoscopic or stereoscopic video camera.

The difference between monoscopic and stereoscopic is whether using one video camera or multiple video cameras. One problem with this type video is that there are often issues in the middle of the picture. Whereas, the top and bottom are almost always clear. While this is the case with pictures and video, the sound is also different between monoscopic and stereoscopic equipment.

Currently, there are specialized cameras and rigs which have been developed for the filming of these type videos. These include Go Pro's, Omni, Odyssey and all-in-one virtual reality cameras. While there are others, these are systems most used in the filming process. Other companies are currently working on research and development as to how to make pictures and videos of a better quality in the future.

Individuals using this technology are often using laptops, desktops, mobile devices and virtual reality gear to view photographs and videos which are enhanced in this manner. When using smart phones, a gyroscope can often be used to pan across various images. It should be noted that when using virtual reality headgear, it is often recommended by optometrists and ophthalmologists to limit viewing to 30 to 45 minutes per session.

Whether a membership or individual video purchase, those using this new technology have often found doing so quite beneficial. For, whether using the photographs and video for a class project, or to tour the world without leaving home, the technology is useful in both. While a membership or price per video is often required, photographs are often available free of charge.




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