{"id":2265,"date":"2017-12-14T17:21:54","date_gmt":"2017-12-14T13:21:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/actiongadgetsreviews.com\/?p=2265"},"modified":"2017-12-14T17:21:54","modified_gmt":"2017-12-14T13:21:54","slug":"garmin-virb-360-action-camera-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/actiongadgetsreviews.com\/garmin-virb-360-action-camera-review","title":{"rendered":"Garmin VIRB 360 Action Camera Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

The future of preserving memories is finally here, thanks to the rise of 360-degree camera. 360degrees photos are a whole new medium, not just panoramas. The way you view and preserve your memories will completely change especially after checking my below Garmin VIRB 360 action camera review.<\/p>\n

So, what exactly is a 360-degree camera? 360 cameras are designed to combine two fisheye camera lenses into a sphere that captures everything around with just a click of a button.<\/p>\n

Even though the usual GoPro cameras<\/a> have already stolen the hearts of many, 360 images cannot be compared to normal digital images.<\/p>\n

These are a complete game changer. This is not just about capturing selfies anymore because you get to capture yourself, as well as everyone and everything else around you.<\/p>\n

This camera captures the moment almost in real time because everything is included in one shot. When you look at these images, it\u2019s almost as if you are experiencing that moment and if you look at them on a VR headset, they look absolutely amazing.<\/p>\n

If you love to travel and extreme sports then this is a must-have device!<\/p>\n

\n

First Things First: There are Two Main Types of 360 Videos<\/h2>\n

Monoscopic<\/h3>\n

This is the most common type of image found in YouTube and Facebook or on Google Street View. These images are 360 rendering of a shot and can be viewed either on a VR headset or any kind of screen. These images can be moved around the space but they lack real depth perception.<\/p>\n

Stereoscopic<\/h3>\n

These create the virtual reality element by creating 3D rendering of the shot using separate inputs for each lens. This is the kind of immersive content that is shot with two lenses and viewed in 360 using VR headsets.<\/p>\n

\n

What to Look For When Buying a 360 Degree Action Camera<\/h2>\n

To get the best 360-degree action camera, it is imperative to consider a number of factors to get value for money. Here are six factors that you need to put into consideration when making the purchase.<\/p>\n

Image Quality<\/h3>\n

The resolution of the camera has a direct impact on the quality of the images that the camera captures. Check the number of pixels to get a perspective on the quality of the images that you should expect. Higher resolution frames results in top quality videos and images.<\/p>\n

Lens<\/h3>\n

Virtually all the 360-degree action cameras in the market have a minimum of two lenses. Two aspects about lens that you should consider are shutter time and ISO range. The two will help you to know if the camera has the capacity to meet your filming and photography needs amicably.<\/p>\n

FPS (Frames per Second)<\/h3>\n

FPS is another major factor that you need to put into consideration before making your final decision. Some of the top rated cameras in the market have the ability to capture a maximum of 50 frames per second. If you are on a tight budget, it is recommended to go for a camera that has an FPS of at least 30.<\/p>\n

Storage<\/h3>\n

Check the total amount of images and videos that the camera can hold at any given time. You don\u2019t want to run out of storage when you\u2019re out shooting videos by using a small memory card.<\/p>\n

\"Garmin<\/p>\n

Battery<\/h3>\n

The battery needs to support all the multiple cameras and so it is imperative to choose a 360-degrees action camera whose battery can last for several hours.<\/p>\n

Check the battery life specifications and compare them with the amount of duration per shooting session to make the right decision. Ideally, the battery should last for at least one hour so that you do not have to recharge it in-between a shooting session.<\/p>\n

Portability<\/h3>\n

Go for a camera that has a compact design to be able to carry it when going on vacation or outdoor expeditions. A large camera rig that is heavy may not be the best option if you will be carrying the camera around frequently.<\/p>\n

The rule of the thumb is; consider the cost benefit of purchasing a portable camera based on the convenience factor versus a large camera for its image quality.<\/p>\n

\n

Garmin VIRB 360 Review<\/h1>\n

<\/a>\"\"
\nProduct:<\/strong> Garmin VIRB 360<\/p>\n

Price:<\/strong> $$$<\/p>\n

My rating:<\/strong> 9.5\/10<\/p>\n

Cheapest place to buy:<\/strong> Amazon.com<\/a><\/p>\n

\n

After trying out multiple 360-degree action cameras in different settings, I can confidently confirm that Garmin VIRB 360 is one of the best in the market along side the GoPro Fusion<\/a>. To help you understand what informed my decision, I look at a number of primary factors that gives it an upper hand in the market like:<\/p>\n