Alongside Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge, Samsung has also launched Gear 360 that enables uers to easily create, view and share 360-degree videos and images to enjoy a fully connected experience.
Samsung Gear 360 is equipped with dual fisheye lenses, which both have 15 megapixel image sensors, giving users the ability to capture high-resolution (3840×1920) 360-degree video that also supports 30 megapixel still images. Users are also able to shoot 180-degree wide angle video and images with only using one side of the camera lens. The Gear 360 offers Bright Lens F2.0, which creates high resolution images even in low-light conditions, where users can create full panoramic videos.
With a light and compact, spherical shaped design, Gear 360 maximizes portability to film on the go or for indoor activities. Gear 360 features a user-friendly tripod and is also compatible with a wider selection of accessories and mounts currently available on the market.
The Gear 360 can be synced with a Samsung smartphone and users will be able to preview content in real time when recording. Also, Gear 360 will automatically bring up filmed content for users to view and save on their smartphone or to upload and share directly on social channels including Google Street View. For a real 360 viewing experience, users can simply watch self-created content through Gear VR. All these features will be available through a dedicated mobile application for download from Galaxy Apps, Google Play and PC software for more in-depth editing capabilities.
Gear 360 is compatible with select Samsung smartphones including the newly released Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+, Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6.
“Samsung continues to push the boundaries of the mobile experience to extend beyond the smartphone,” said DJ Koh, President of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “On the heels of last year’s Gear VR release, Gear 360 continues to push the limits on immersive content – providing a visual experience that makes capturing and sharing life’s moments even easier.”
The Gear 360 will be available starting Q2 2016 in select countries.
Samsung Gear 360 Specifications
- Camera
- Two CMOS 15 megapixel fisheye cameras
- Image Processor
- DRIMe5s
- Video
- MP4 (H.265)
– Dual Lens: 3840×1920 (30fps)
- Image
- JPEG
– Dual Lens: 30M (7776×3888)
- Audio
- Codec: MP3/AAC/AAC+/eAAC+
Format: MP3, M4A, AAC, OGG
- Memory
- microSD card (Up to 128GB)
- Features
- Display
– 0.5” (72 x 32) PMOLEShooting mode
– Video, Photo, Time Lapse Video, Looping VideoCamera mode
– Dual/Single Lens mode
Camera Setting
– Sharpness, White Balance, HDR, EV, ISO limit, Wind cutIP53 Certified Dust and Water Resistant
- Samsung Services
- Samsung Gear 360 App, PC S/W (Gear 360 ActionDirector)
- Connectivity
- WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz)
WiFi Direct,
BT v4.1
USB 2.0
NFC
- Sensor
- Accelerometer, Gyroscope
- Dimension
- 66.7×56.2×60 mm
- Weight
- 153g (including battery)
- Battery
- 1,350mAh Li-ion
