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Photography Equipment Used In Virtual 360 Tours

By Mary Sullivan


When it comes to traveling the world, it can often be quite expensive. Now, with Virtual 360 tours, it is possible to do so without ever leaving home. Whether using this new technology for fun and recreation, or to view a number of institutions and museums, the technology can provide a great deal of entertainment.

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.

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.

These videos and photographs are often filmed using special equipment. In the case of video, it is often an equirectangular project system, and when it comes photographs either a single camera or camera array or used to create the 360 degree effect. In most cases, films are shot with monoscopic, a single video camera or stereoscopic equipment using a multitude of video equipment.

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.

There are currently specialized rigs and cameras which have been created for use with this technology. Equipment used in this manner includes all-in-one virtual reality cameras, Go Pro's and an Odyssey system which provides an array of different size camera equipment. Once other companies discover how to use this and other equipment, AirPana will have far more competition. As such, the cost of memberships and videos will most likely go down in the future.

Whether using a laptop, desktop, notebook, tablet, other mobile device or virtual reality headset, looking at photographs and videos in this format can be quite entertaining. Whereas, when viewing on a smart phone, the user can pan across various pictures. As such, it is easy to get a feel for the landscape reflected with this new technology.

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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