1/02/2018

Discovering Virtual 360 Tours Of The World

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.

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.

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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