360 VIDEO

What is 360 video?

A 360 degree video is a spherical film that allows viewers to pan and rotate the perspective in order to look in any direction

Viewers change perspective by navigating in their web browser or, more commonly, by moving the device they’re viewing on

How does 360 video work?

Footage is captured using an omnidirectional camera or collection of cameras that cover every angle of a chosen environment.

This footage is then stitched together to create a spherical panorama.

Why might 360 video be important?

360 video offers an immersive experience that allows viewers to explore and interact with spaces and become part of the story.

Combined with VR, this technology can be used to simulate real-life environments.

What are the best 360 video examples?

Step inside the Large Hadron Collider http://bit.ly/21q2FAW (Produced by BBC News) 360 degree cockpit view http://bit.ly/1ZVBltZ (produced by Blick)

Cancer Research UKvirtual lab tour http://bit.ly/1OtUlPw(produced by Redweb)