lundi 1 janvier 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 there are some free photographs and videos of this nature, most videos have a price. While this is the case, most visitors agree the experience is often worth the cost. Whereas, in order to see the content in person, it would cost far more than the price of a 360 virtual video.

AirPana was one of the first to develop this new technology. While this is the case, there are other companies currently involved in research and development of similar applications and programs. Basically, the photographs are created by using multiple cameras. Whereas, these videos also known as spherical or immersive videos are created using a multitude of equipment.

When it comes to photography, multiple cameras or an omnidirectional camera are often used in the process. After which, the photographs are stored online. Once this is the case, individuals can play back photographs using a viewer which allows the photographs to work as a panorama. An equirectangular projection system is often used in the creation of videos with a stereoscopic or monoscopic camera.

One problem with this specialized video technique is that it can be hard to get a clear picture in the middle of a video. Whereas, the top, bottom and sides are often clear. When it comes to sound, the quality is basically the same as that of a stereo when set to either mono or stereo. When using external speakers, it is important to use high quality speakers which can handle stereophonic sound.

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.

When it comes to websites providing these videos, some have memberships while others place a price on each video. While this is the case, there are a number of reasons why, even if a video of this type cost money, it can be beneficial to pay to watch. For example, previewing an area before vacation, looking at other cultures for a class project, or simply for entertainment.




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