From our experience it can generally be said that one does not need any additional training to film or edit a 360°-video if you are already acquainted with the production process of video. However, a few things need to be kept in mind when approaching filming and editing for 360°-video.

Filming:

  • Remote Operation: In most cases the camera operator does not need to handle the camera while filming. In such cases the camera is operated remotely via a mobile app. Therefore, bear in mind that you may need to have a mobile device ready if you plan on remotely controlling your camera
  • Positioning: Positioning the camera can be challenging if you want to achieve a realistic viewing experience. Rule of thumb is: level the lens with your chin in order to get the best viewing experience.
  • Framing: Capturing the complete scene with a 360°-camera is relatively easy as you will always record your complete surroundings. However keep in mind that there is a front facing and back facing lens. Be sure to face them accordingly as the stitching process may introduce minimal artifacts at the merging points of both lenses.

Editing:

You have three options when it comes to editing your 360°-video