Top 10 360 Degree Cameras

The XPX EA-650SS Panoramic Camera from a little-known Chinese manufacturer is a favorite among small businesses. It is perfect for installation in a store, office space, warehouse, and can also be used in an apartment. Connects to Wi-Fi without problems and stably transmits all information to the owner. Particularly noteworthy is the presence of two-way voice communication, as well as an effective night mode and high-quality work of motion sensors. The quality of the video recording is quite suitable for viewing what is happening in the fixed area. You can install the camera on the street in the warm season (up to -10 degrees). It has no objective disadvantages, except for the insufficiently clear process of disabling voice guidance, which not every user can handle.

The LOOSAFE LS-VRT-A8 camera for IP video surveillance is easily connected via Wi-Fi and has its own application, including the ability to use cloud storage.Buyers like the low price of the panoramic device, as well as the good response of motion sensors. Only now it will not be possible to consider in detail the faces of people with its help - the resolution does not allow this. But the camera conducts surveillance in color mode, and you can also record the received data on a USB flash drive up to 128 GB. For an office or apartment, if you do not need to keep track of too small things, this is a great option. And most importantly, it is easy to manage, including configure, just connect it to a PC.

The EZVIZ C8C (4mm) camera is an excellent choice for high quality home or yard surveillance. And this device belongs to the type of rotary cameras with a lens capture angle of up to 360 degrees horizontally. In this case, the device can take panoramic photos. The camera can easily withstand frost down to -30 and heat up to +50. However, when used outdoors, it should be protected with a casing, since during frosts the case from below can become covered with frost, which will limit the viewing angle. Buyers note that the picture quality is at its best. The motion sensor does not fail with the option to send notifications about the appearance of a person in the frame. And the night mode gives an ultra-accurate picture at a distance of up to 30 m.There are many features, as well as a microphone that transmits clear sound over Wi-Fi.

The Chinese panoramic camera market is represented by many products, but SECTEC ST-IP360-2M-XM is an IP video camera that stands out among the majority. She has the best build quality, as well as good picture detail, much higher than that of analogues. But this device cannot be used as a street device, although it works in conditions up to -20 degrees. But it can be installed in a warehouse or in another unheated room. Panoramic shooting is also carried out in night mode with IR illumination up to 20 m. Wi-Fi devices are especially popular with owners of small retail premises. Many note its simplicity and clarity in management, as well as the good work of the motion sensor for IP video surveillance. However, voice communication did not let us down either, however, it is unlikely that it will be possible to communicate fully through it.

Among cameras for IP video surveillance with a 360-degree lens capture, Xiaomi MiJia Mi Home turned out to be the most balanced, and therefore tops our rating. Although not panoramic, but with a very convenient 360-degree turn. It is one of the most popular Wi-Fi devices on the market and has proven to be reliable and easy to use. The balanced price is complemented by excellent picture and sound quality obtained from two-way communication. The only drawback, according to customer reviews, is the instruction in Chinese and English. But on the Internet, including from the official website, you can easily download the instructions in Russian. The model has no technical disadvantages, only occasionally customers notice slowdowns in the application, which is more often associated with micro-breaks in the Internet provider.

The Ricoh Theta V action camera is a great choice for those who want to "feel" professional technology, but are not ready to shell out more than 500,000 rubles. for the device. The wireless model has become one of the first for the Japanese brand among panoramic cameras with the ability to create not only photos, but also videos. The user is offered multifunctional software for direct uploading of content to social networks during street adventures, as well as for its processing. The quality, by the way, turns out to be impeccable right off the bat, especially in HDR, for which it is appreciated by buyers. Only for video it looks worse than its younger "brother" at 51 GB - you can record only 25 minutes on the installed 19 GB. But there is no slot for a memory card, which has become the main drawback of the camcorder. But on the other hand, 19 GB is enough for photos, and they are created in quality up to 5.3K.

The Insta360 One R Twin Wireless Action Camera is an interesting multifunctional product with an unusual modular design. It can be used with or without a panoramic lens as a standard action camera. Users highly appreciate the quality of panoramic shooting, as well as the ability to process photos and videos on a smartphone or computer - the software turned out to be one of the best in the segment. But it was not without flaws, and some of them are critical. First of all, this is the performance of the device - for users it sometimes freezes and requires the battery to be disconnected to reboot. And the second problem is that all accessories have to be bought through a request from an official supplier in China. For many, these disadvantages turned out to be insignificant against the background of the quality of shooting at 5.7K.

The Ricoh Theta Z1 wireless Japanese action camera was previously released with 19 GB of built-in memory, but a 2021 modification with 51 GB has become available. This is enough for continuous shooting in 4K for 40-50 minutes.But it is important to consider that expanding the amount of memory will not work. But over Wi-Fi, all data can be transferred in a matter of seconds to another device. Users appreciated the build quality of the camcorder, as well as flawless HDR modes and excellent color reproduction. The camera is positioned as a tool for photographers, including when creating photos in motion. But the video is obtained using a wireless device is clear and bright. The two lens lenses are complemented by a small display that shows file data and battery percentage. In general, the device deserves a rating for reliable performance, although the price causes skepticism among buyers.

The Insta360 One X2 wireless action camera is one of the best on the market and in our rating. The quality of images with a resolution of up to 6K leaves no one indifferent, and the ability to record panoramic video in a 5.7K image for 50-70 minutes is a real delight. Moreover, the video is bright, juicy at any time of the day. The device is recharged from any Power Bank or smartphone, and you can also buy separate batteries. Only now it will be expensive to pay for them, and delivery from China will take a long time.This is the main disadvantage of the device, but the fragility of the objective lenses and their need for protection should also be taken into account. With delivery from the same China. Otherwise, many buyers call this wireless camera excellent, with excellent stabilization for the most extreme scenes and a balanced price.

The GoPro MAX wireless action camera became the best in our rating due to the presence of: a balanced price, impeccable implementation of panoramic shooting, and convenient controls. Many buyers are truly delighted with the capabilities of this device, which provides 360-degree video recording in resolutions up to 5K. The 1600 mAh battery guarantees at least 40 minutes of shooting. The shape of the case deserves special attention - a slightly flattened square, ideal for use on a monopod. Only the lenses will have to be protected from impacts, as they are quickly scratched. And if you use overlays, then the video may have traces of gluing. There are no such flaws in the photo.Summarizing the capabilities and disadvantages of GoPro MAX, we boldly call this camera the best among those available for sale in the amateur segment.