360 video allows viewers to pan and rotate their perspective in all directions within a spherical video. Footage is captured using an omnidirectional camera or multiple cameras and stitched together to create a panoramic view. This immersive experience allows viewers to explore and interact with spaces, becoming part of the story. When combined with VR, 360 video can simulate real-life environments. Examples include a tour of the Large Hadron Collider, a 360 cockpit view, and a virtual tour of a cancer research lab.

1. 360 VIDEO

2. 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

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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 UK
virtual lab tour
http://bit.ly/1OtUlPw
(produced by Redweb)