Consumer 360 Video Cameras
Unlike traditional cameras, a 360° camera can capture everything around you at once. These devices have multiple lenses that let them record your surroundings in a spherical image or video. Those are the stunning images you see on social media where you can pan all around to see a gorgeous shot of whitewater rafting or a super-high ski jump — from the jumper’s point of view.
Not long ago, you needed an expensive rig with multiple cameras to record a 360° video. These days, you can buy consumer 360° video cameras that are affordable and small enough to carry around with you wherever you go.
Never Miss a Shot
With a consumer 360° video camera, you can record what you’re doing without worrying about framing your shot. Wherever you place your camera, you know you’ll never miss an off-camera moment. You can capture all the nuances of special events like family gatherings and celebrations to relive later or share with loved ones who weren’t there.
GoPro, Ricoh, and Kodak make notable 360 video cameras that work effortlessly and capture beautiful stills and video.
A Better Kind of Action Camera
Using a 360° camera as an action camera lets you relive your adventures and share them with others. Many 360° cameras include image stabilization technology, which ensures a steady video output even in the shakiest moments.
Insta360 is known for its FlowState stabilization tech. GoPro makes a line of 360° action cameras that are just as rugged as any of the company’s full-body cameras.
A Camera for Your Drone
A lightweight consumer 360° video camera attached to your drone can capture incredible 360° aerial shots. You may need to buy some extended landing gear for your drone to make space for the camera. You can find those on our drone accessory page.
Output 360° or Standard Video
Some 360° cameras have onboard processors that handle the stitching and rendering tasks, while some rely on software. In either case, you can edit your recordings to use in several different ways. A 360° camera can produce video in spherical or equirectangular format, or you can crop a section of the video to create a standard flat output.
Relive Your Memories in VR
With 360° video, you can tap into your best memories in lots of useful ways. You can share them online on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok, and you can view your content on smartphones, tablets, flat screens, and projectors. And if you own a compatible VR headset, you can rewatch the moment as if you were standing there again.
