There are many different terms that are used to refer to this type of photography. Most commonly it is referred to as 360 photography but it is also referred to as 360 VR photography, 360 panoramic photography, 360 spherical photography, and photosphere.
360 photography is the art of capturing the entire 360 degrees of a scene. This allows the viewer to explore the image by either scrolling/swiping across the screen or by using a VR headset.
On the images below, you can swipe/scroll across the images to view the entire 360 degrees of the rooms:
These 360 images are captured using specialist equipment and then produced using specialist software. The result is a photograph that creates a sense of immersion and places the viewer at the heart of the experience.
360 VR photography has many uses and is perfect for showcasing properties, events, and hotels, allowing the user to explore every room in detail.
It is even possible to produce computer generated 360 images. These work in exactly the same way and being photo-realistic, they look completely real.
With so many images online, users are used to seeing them regularly and it is difficult to gain attention. With 360 images, users are seeing something completely different, something many of them will have never seen before.
The quality and detail contained within a 360 image is something that a regular image cannot replicate. The ability for a user to explore a scene in the full 360 degrees is completely unique to 360 photography. This is what makes it the perfect solution for property advertising and event showcasing.
All the major online platforms are now supporting VR and investing heavily in the technology. Facebook, Google, YouTube, and Amazon have all moved into the VR space in recent years, and we can see this continuing to grow.
At Immersion VR, we think VR content is going to be at the heart of online content in the future. We are offering you the ability to be ahead of the curve by producing your own 360 photography.
Many people think that 360 videos are instantly better than 360 images, but this is not true. Each has their own uses, and in many cases, 360 photography is the better option.
The main reasons for choosing 360 photography over 360 video are:
– Lower cost
– Higher image quality
– Lower file size
Because the images come in a smaller file size than their video counterparts, they can be uploaded directly to social media and websites. The smaller size allows for faster uploads and faster website speeds.
It may surprise you to find out that 360 photography generally produces a higher quality image but this is due to the difference in capture process and equipment.
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