Comments on: Calf Camera Specifications, Price, Sample Video, Hands-On Review (6K VR180 camera)

By: MikeB

MikeB — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:52:13 +0000

In reply to Dieter.

https://www.lifepalstore.com/products/teche-3d180vr-camera

By: MikeB

MikeB — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:51:10 +0000

In reply to Mic Ty. Thank Mic. The files they provide in their press kit are such a mixed bag. I'm really hoping Hugh Hou (or you) can tell & show us more. This seems like a such a far cry from the prototype that Francois Beaulieu had in his hands before he passed away.

By: Dieter

Dieter — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:36:27 +0000

In reply to MikeB. Where can I find Teche VR1803D ?

By: Mic Ty

Mic Ty — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:26:40 +0000

In reply to MikeB.

Hi MikeB. I included a link to files you can download. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iqzetqTZr4tcNt9078ShlAom9p6FnXns?usp=drive_link

AFAIK it can only output stitched content.

By: MikeB

MikeB — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 02:24:12 +0000

I have asked them for unprocessed files, to no avail. I don’t like how the edges look on these samples CALF has provided. I like to look around in all VR files to see what’s in the field of view. No one else’s VR180 photos or videos look like this stuff at the poles, and I doubt renders would have that line garbage in output by Mistika. It’s not a logo.

Can it provide non-stitched content? If that’s the only output, this is a no-go for me at any price. I have been very happy with my Teche VR1803D purchase at ~twice the price with 1-inch sensors. Even when you shoot with that set to 4K, it looks better.

By: Mic Ty

Mic Ty — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 21:51:17 +0000

In reply to Dieter. I know right? Even 800 seems crazy high to me. When vuze xr was resold for 800+ by B&H, people were outraged.

By: Dieter

Dieter — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 07:41:52 +0000

Around 800.- would be a max. realistic pricetag for me. (because of tiny sensors)