
LEDs located next to each camera lens indicate if the camera is in dual, front or back camera mode. The battery condition is also illustrated on the display. The icons show you what mode the camera is in and the numbers tell you how much recording time or how many photos can be added depending on the current mode. When you power on the gear360 for the first time the display will light up with icons and numbers. you can also select settings where you can change resolution, timer and toggle between dual camera or single front or back camera. the menu button scrolls through the camera modes, which include photo, video and time-lapse. hold the back button down to turn the camera on/off. the back button navigates back in the menus as you would expect, but it also serves as the power button. the buttons are labeled Back, Menu, & OK. The Gear 360 can be used as a stand alone camera, using the built in three button interface and display. Thanks to for the early access to this amazing device.
#Samsung 360 action director tutorial portable#
I will also show how I modified some inexpensive accessories, to make a portable kit including a monopod and tripod that when combined gives you an 8' tall stand that won't interfere with your 360 degree shots and breaks down to less than 15".
#Samsung 360 action director tutorial how to#
I will cover the basics of set up and getting started using the built in features of the camera, as well as how to get the most out of the Gear 360 with the accompanying app and PC video editor Action Director. You can see this photo in 360 format HERE. This is the peak that provided inspiration for "America the Beautiful".

the second image shown in this step is a 360 photo from a scenic overlook, of America's mountain Pikes Peak.

Gear 360 also makes it easy to create VR ready content like virtual tours, 360 documentaries, immersive photos & videos and time-lapse shots that can be enjoyed in virtual reality head sets like the Samsung Gear VR. but now the Gear360 makes it easy and allows you to make 360 videos with the push of a button. I've been making photospheres for a while now Check out this awesome Instructable. Now it is possible to capture all 360 degrees, of your priceless moments. The Samsung Gear 360 VR camera is now available and it's amazing.
