Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Jaunt One Camera

The award winning Jaunt ONE Camera is the first professional-grade camera system specifically designed for capturing high-quality, high frame rate, high dynamic range 360 VR content.


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3D Printing History

3D printing is one of the growing industries today because it can produce almost anything from toys, accessories, sneakers, guns, wheelchairs and even organs. Learn more about 3D printing history?


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Monday, November 28, 2016

Facebook Surround 360 Camera

Shaped like a flying saucer, Facebook Surround 360 Camera uses a 17-camera array and accompanying web-based software to capture images in 360 immersive content.


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Gopro Odyssey Rig

Optimized for Google Jump project, the Odyssey packs 16 synchronized HERO4 Black cameras into an all-in-one rig that"s capable of capturing immersive content in stunning 4K to 8K 360 view.


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Friday, November 25, 2016

Mini Eye 360 Camera Review

360 Designs, a company backed by the experts who come from various industries including filmmaking, live show concerts, and TV production, has come up with Mini Eye 360 camera which claims to deliver the best image quality of all 360 video cameras available in the market. Mini eye 360 Camera is a modular 360 degree camera kit which can be used for high cinematic quality 360 degree footage capture. The Mini Eye series consists of two camera systems launched by 360 Designs; Mini Eye 3 and Mini Eye 4. All the cameras, cables, and mounts provided in the package provided to customers are completely interchangeable and allow easy switching between the two camera systems.



The Build and Design


The Mini Eye 360 camera is a professional camera rig for professional videography. The hand assembled and custom calibrated camera system as per required specifications allows individual customers have a Mini Eye 360 camera that best suits their requirements. The output quality is that of professional standards and suits the professionals that strive for perfection in their work. The Mini Eye 360 camera comes in two variants, Mini Eye 3 and Mini Eye 4, both of them offer excellent specifications along with the benefits of easy switching between the two.

‘The Mini Eye 3’ consists of a fully spherical professional live 360 video rig that renders 10 Bit colors having Black magic quality. The camera also includes broadcast grade genlock sync generator that takes every capture with perfect frame synchronization that can go up to 60 frames per second. This Mini Eye 360 camera variant supports 3k or 6k output with HFOV of 450 degrees which are perfect for live use and allows 30 degrees of overlap per stitch line for the post production process and a VFOV of 380 degrees giving a fully spherical video output. The camera system comes with custom lens package with per-camera lens matching for all the cameras. Mini Eye 360 camera 3 sports 360 designs J-box which simplifies all the connectors and power.
The build quality of the camera is quite rugged with an incredibly durable anodized CNC Aluminum frame with extra 1/4-20, 3/8-16 and M6 mount holes on bottom and top. The camera system can be powered on using a single AC adapter. The output generated is readily stitched able with Autopano Video, Videostitch Studio, Vahana, Nuke (Cara VR), Blackmagic Fusion, and PTGUI. The package includes 3 Mini Eye modular camera mounts with 180-degree features, a custom made pelican case, 360 Designs accessory kit, J-box, professional calibrated and per camera matched lens barrels. The rig consisting of Three Blackmagic Micro Cinema Cameras weighs 5.1 Lbs, and the rig has a dimension of 10.5″ x 10.5″ x 4″.

‘The Mini Eye 4’ comprises of 4 cameras for increased image overlap and a fully spherical 360 X 180 equirectangular coverage. The camera sports a modular design that allows 180 degrees of camera rotation. Mini Eye 360 camera also supports advanced stitching through its HFOV 600 degrees’ image overlap and VFOV 380 degrees with no zenith aberration. 360 Designs provides its customers an option to choose from the CNC Aluminum or Rugged Nylon 12 rig frame. The high-quality package includes Fisheye lenses with custom barrels and professional calibration, 4 six-foot heavy duty rubber XLR cables, four twelve-inch SDI to SDI adapter tails, 4 six inch heavy duty genlock wires and a panicle case for portability which makes it ready to photo-shoot straight out of the package. The system provides easy switching between the two variants as the package includes the cameras support both the options with certain add-ons.

The Pros and The Cons

The Mini Eye Professional Camera provides its users certain exclusive benefits which make it their first choice ahead of top individual names in the VR market. The first being its usability straight out of the package and camera lenses being professionally calibrated. The rig being in a modular design allows for flexibility while adding new kids. All the cameras in the rig are powered through a single source through a high duty connector. The Micro cameras provide 13 f-stops of dynamic range, and the genlock box is capable of syncing the footage up to 60 frames per second. Mini Eye 360 camera comes pre-installed with Belafonte camera control system designed exclusively for this rig.

But there are a few downfalls of the Mini Eye 360 cameras as well, especially the requirement for an HDMI monitor that is not included in the package. The camera also requires a tripod to work which also has not been provided. 360 designs do not provide a stitching solution for their rig, and hence one needs to make use of commercial stitching software which increases the cost significantly.

 

The Price
The Mini Eye 360 camera is best suited for special events which require great depth and clarity in the image and for perfection striving videographers. This unique camera system costs from $9000 to $55000 to buy the full package which includes cameras, recorders,lenses , flight case, and accessories, depending on specifications. All the mini cameras are hand created after the user places the order which is done according to individual requirements to suit best his work which takes customization in 360-degree cameras to a next level.

 

The Verdict
Capable of creating 360 productions up to 6K, Mini Eye 360 camera is what you need for creating professional grade VR content with increased overlap to support advanced post production techniques. Features like 60 frame per seconds capture, smooth rotation due to modular design and immersive 360×180 coverage makes it ideal for action sports and music concerts. Though the camera carries a high price tag for one to own it, Rental facilities come to the rescue in this scenario for low and medium budget videographers who want to create professional grade content using a high-quality camera system that is capable of rendering content at an output resolution up to 6K.
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GoPro Omni Rig Camera Review

The GoPro activity camera has been the staple of the 360 video industry throughout recent years. Adore it or detest it, there"s no other camera framework on the planet with the same number of choices and adaptability in such a little bundle at a reasonable cost. It"s not a flawless framework by any methods, but rather we"ve all figured out how to function around the many agony focuses. Recently, GoPro Omni Rig has stayed entirely uninvolved in the 360 video scene.
GoPro"s Omni is a 360 camera fix intended for six GoPro Hero4 cameras, much like a number of the other 3D printed mounts you"ve seen, yet made out of aluminum and like the measure of a Freedom 360 Explorer. Not at all like other 360 camera frameworks, GoPro Omni has its own particular focal control unit the cameras connect to. This permits every one of the six Hero4 to be gen-lock matched up, taking out the requirement for sound synchronize or movement adjust in the post and making sewing (some of the time) less demanding because of the precise adjust. It likewise has a port for an outside battery pack, the unit battery supplies up to 3 hours of runtime.
GoPro Omni Rig transports in 2 bundles, the full unit for $5000 and the apparatus alternative for $1,500. The entire unit incorporates 6 Hero4 Black cameras, 6 Hero4 batteries, 6 32 GB smaller scale SD cards, an Autopano Video license, hard conveying case, external battery pack and a 7 port USB center point. The rig only alternative will get you an empty Omni fix alongside a carrying case, you supply the GoPro Omni’s and supporting gear.
It"s likewise imperative to say that the GoPro Omni Rig is not waterproof, and offers no waterproof choice.The GoPro Omni Rig requires that GoPro camera should have special array camera firmware introduced, and on the odd chance that you purchase the apparatus, you"ll have to download the upgrade. This firmware permits 1 camera to go about as an ace, while the other 5 cameras go about as slaves. Driving on, beginning record or changing settings will be reflected every one of the six cameras. You just need to touch 1 camera to change settings for the whole apparatus. An insight worth heeding if you plan to purchase the equipment just alternative and overhaul six GoPro Hero 4 Black you already own, there are a few disadvantages to redesigning the firmware for Omni that ought to be specified. At present, the main accessible modes are video in 1440 at 60 fps, video in 2.7k at 30 fps, or photograph mode. Time lapse video mode can also be altered through settings under video mode, although there"s no option for photo-based time lapses yet.
WiFi has been changed a bit also. The WiFi mode can no longer be empowered by holding down the settings button; you need to control the camera on and turn the WiFi on using the menu. You likewise can"t utilize WiFi on any of the 5 slave cameras, when attempted to pull the cameras to use them in the other apparatus, we were unhappy to find out we cannot pair any of the five slave cameras to the remote. These restrictions can stunt your capacities with these cameras if utilized outside of the GoPro Omni fix. You"ll need to return to the standard Hero4 firmware to utilize a few elements. The most recent Hero4 firmware even permits presentation to be bolted, yet this is not accessible for the GoPro Omni Rig firmware assemble.
GoPro Omni truly sparkles when you utilize it for moving shots. One can be exceptionally astounded at the nature of the join and that it is so difficult to see sewing creases on the strolling shots tried in this way. The smooth mixing mode used as a matter, of course, can be scarcely recognizable when blended with the camera"s characteristic motion blur, be that as it may, it will be exceptionally clear on static shots with items or individuals near the camera.
To import your footage, Kolor has packaged GoPro Omni Importer with the most recent rendition of Autopano Video. The shots are duplicated and composed into individual shot envelopes, with every one of the six recordings from every cam in the cluster. You can likewise review every shot in equirectangular configuration, and apply shading rectification and adjustment. All shots can be naturally rendered in 4K, 2K, or Cineform full determination. It will likewise connect the more extended multi-part shots into one document naturally. An Autopano Video project file will be made in every shot envelope, with adjustment and shading changes in the event that you set them beforehand in the shipper.
GoPro Omni Rig has furnished everybody with a useful device that can spare us a considerable measure of time on preparations. One can see that it has a remarkable potential for outside shots with movement and can cherish that it is so easy to make straightforward settings alterations. Be that as it may, as of now said it"s no magic bullet. Many people who are new to our industry think the GoPro Omni Rig is the response to the majority of petitions, when in all actuality, the main significant advantage is the genlock sync. Anyone who has shot at 60 or 120 fps and found an immaculate adjust realizes that one can get entirely fortunate even without genlock as a rule. The battery swap issue and the fact that it"s not waterproof are unquestionably constraining variables for activity games or experience producers. A sprinkle of water or a tuft of dust could cost a huge number of dollars. Individuals utilizing it as a part of studio settings or other indoor areas will soon discover that parallax still backs its large head, sewing creases will, in any case, be an issue.
So that has been said, it’s certain the GoPro Omni Rig will be a significant bit of pack for us, however, it might never replace Freedom 360 Explorer (waterproof).

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Vuze VR 3D 360 Camera Review

Are you searching for a best binocular that best suit your movement? All things considered, A newly consumer focused 360 degree 3-D VR camera has been unhidden at CES 2016 called the Vuze VR 3D 360 Camera. The camera is charged as the world"s first consumer, convenient 360 degree 3D VR camera. What"s more, it will offer for under $1000. It"s fundamentally a camera that contains 8 focal points that permit the user to catch pictures and recordings in 360 degree.

The camera has 8 full HD cameras fenced in area, as well as has simple to use shape calculate inside it. It has studio programming that gives close, continuous handling of the video and sewing of footage. The product utilizes an exclusive system known as Adaptive Blending that emulates the way the human eye interfaces with the mind. The camera has been made simple, however, much as could be expected to make its utilization and operation as simple as could be expected under the circumstances. The Vuze VR 3D review is presented underneath.

At the Cannes Film Festival, HumanEyes Technologies divulged the Vuze 3D Camera, a shopper review 360-degree camera for VR applications. The camera was utilized to record the as of late screened Vuze 3D Camera short motion picture Summertime and is presently accessible to pre-arrange for $799 USD.

Notwithstanding catching 3D stereoscopic substance for VR stages, Vuze 3D Camera can record 360 degree 2D video. The camera will be accessible with its own particular selfie stick and a tripod made particularly for the Vuze 3D Camera. Each of the 8 inside cameras has ultra-wide focal points to capture 180 degree vertical, and 120 degree level pictures 2D or 3D round pictures. It catches HD quality recordings and photographs in 360 degree with no visually impaired spots. Full Camera Control by a method for versatile application on iOS and Android. Has got removable battery and SD card. Furthermore, the SD card can catch up to an hour of video. The pictures and recordings recorded with the camera can be seen on VR headset, 3D gadget, or TV by means of any VR player.
Features

• Video format H.264 Video resolution 4-K panorama @ 30fps
• Video recording rate up to 120 Mbps VBRFOV spherical 180 x 360 degrees
• Audio format AAC8 FHD lenses, 120 x 180 FOV
• Indicators for vibration, sound, light (LED).
• Micro SD-Card storage
• Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 with b/g/n 2.4 GHZ support
• Remote control with mobile app control for iOS and Android Data transfer
• USB 2.0, SD Card,
• Wi-Fi Supported
• PC OS: Mac OS, Windows
• Size: 12x12x3 cm
• Weighs 250 grams
Vuze VR 3D 360 Camera is furnished with eight cameras fit for recording full stereophonic sound and 360-degree Full HD video in both 2D and 3D. Every camera is equipped with focal points that catch a 120 degree FOV on a level plane and 180 degree FOV vertically. At the point when the recordings are sewed together, the subsequent video has a 4K determination.

The camera is little at 12 x 12 x 3cm (4.7 x 4.7 x 1 in.) and highlights what Human Eyes calls "real time processing," with every moment of footage requiring one moment of preparing. The camera underpins both PCs and Macs and can be remotely controlled utilizing related iOS and Android applications.

The Vuze VR 3D 360 Camera can also be pre-ordered now for $799 from the item"s site.

 

FAQ’s


1) Is an SD card included with the camera?

A mini SD card is incorporated with each Vuze 3D Camera. One minute of raw footage is around 1 GB. You can likewise supplant the SD card with one of your own.
2) To what extent can my video be?

Video capture length relies on upon the battery life and the memory. 64GB of data make for 1 hour of video footage.
3) Can Vuze 3D Camera do live spilling of 3D 360 video?

Your 3D 360 video will be created in after generation utilizing the Vuze Studio programming. There is no live spilling in the present adaptation of the Vuze 3D Camera.
4) How rapidly would I be able to watch my 360 videos after I shot it?

You should import your video from Vuze camera to Vuze studio on your PC. Amid the import procedure, the recordings are sewed and 3D 360 video is produced. The VR video handling rate is near 1 minute for each 1 minute, utilizing the suggested equipment arrangement.
5) To what extent can the camera work amongst recharges and to what extent does it take to charge it?

The camera can work up to 1 hour before it should be revived. Full charging takes between 1 – 1.5 hours. You won"t have the capacity to charge the camera while shooting, yet you will have the capacity to utilize an external battery.
6) Does the camera record sound?

Yes, it records sound. The camera is outfitted with MEMS 48Hz mouthpieces controlled by two propelled sound codec creating four non packed 16 bit PCM sound. You will also have the capacity to alter your sound later.
7) Does the camera have a remote control?

Yes, the Vuze 3D Camera accompanies a versatile application, which serves as a remote control. You can remotely switch the camera on and off, begin and end shooting. You can likewise see the scene before shooting or you can see and deal with the media library in the wake of the shooting.
8) Could the camera shoot in movement, or must it be static?

The camera shoots in any circumstance: static on any standard tripod or grasping it, strolling and holding it, appended to a protective cap, or to a bike handlebar. At whatever time anyplace.
9) Could the Vuze 3D Camera be utilized submerged?

Yes, it can, using a unique waterproof case we are creating and which will be offered on our site.
10) Does the camera have blind sides?

It covers a full 360 x 180 degrees circle, while inside the separation of 30-50 cm around the camera, a few items may be missed.
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