Testseek.com have collected 198 expert reviews of the Samsung SM-C200 Gear 360 and the average rating is 73%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung SM-C200 Gear 360.
July 2016
(73%)
198 Reviews
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647 Reviews
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The editors liked
Easy to capture 360 photos and video
Big oncamera controls
Perfect for Gear VR
The well-priced Samsung Gear 360 produces some of the best spherical video you can get from a consumer-grade 360-degree camera at the moment. Easy to use on its own or with its full-featured mobile app. Can be used as a single-lens wide-angle video camera
The editors didn't like
Not as pocketable as LG's camera
Not waterproof
Requires newer Samsung phone
The camera's app currently works on only select Samsung phones. The lenses can be easily scratched and replacements aren't available. Included editing software is Windows-only and editing without it is difficult at best. Transferring clips longer than a c
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Published: 2016-10-05, Author: Sean , review by: theverge.com
Great photo quality, Sharp, small design, Easy to use
Not durable, Video quality doesn't match stills, Doesn't work with non-Samsung phones, Long transfer times
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...
Published: 2016-09-19, Author: Darren , review by: gizmodo.com
Abstract: All images: Alex Cranz/Gizmodo In late August I spent to weeks traipsing through Europe—on very important work assignments in London, and taking in the local culture of Amsterdam. Being a gadget blogger, I couldn't pass up the opportu...
Superior image quality, Solid build quality, has reassuring heft and stable builtin tripod, Two additional shooting modes: time lapse and looping video, Inconspicuous and smaller, easier to fit in pockets, Instantly saves a usable 360 photo or video, Has
Inconveniently located shutter key (you have to shuffle the camera and it's hard to reach), Impossible to use without a new Samsung Galaxy phone, Stitching panoramas and saving them takes quite a long time, Far worse image quality, Noticeable stitching ar
Should you buy a 360 camera in the middle of 2016, just as the first consumer grade cameras in this category appear? For those who have dreamt of 360 panoramic pictures, the answer is a definite yes. If you want to use this footage on a more professional...
Published: 2016-08-17, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Best-in-class 360-degree video, Attractive price point, Compact design, Protected from dust and splashes, Solid battery life
Difficult to edit video, No editing support on OS X or iOS, Only works with specific Android handsets, Lens can fog in some circumstances, Overheats when transferring longer clips to phone, Slightly hollow audio, No external mic support, Doesn't shoot in
The Samsung Gear 360 captures the best video we've seen from a 360-degree camera, but editing is a real pain and you need a premium Samsung phone to get the most out of it...
Published: 2016-08-12, Author: Daniel , review by: notebookcheck.net
relatively high resolution, good workmanship, ActionDirector included, good cameras, MicroSD slot...
but limited internal memory, limited video run times, forced shutdown when too hot, scratch-resistant glass, only compatible with Samsung products
The Samsung Gear 360 is definitely one of the best 360 degree cameras available for a reasonable price. However, we have to admit that the technology is not refined yet. The transition between the two camera lenses is too rough and the lighting difference...
Abstract: This year, there has been a much larger focus on virtual reality, augmented reality, 360 degree videos, and anything else that can provide a more immersive experience to the viewer. Admittedly, it's all still at a very nascent stage, but there are already...
Published: 2016-06-29, Author: Mike , review by: tomsguide.com
Replaceable battery and microSD card, Takes full 360-degree images, Easy to use
Only connects to a few Samsung phones, Not fully waterpoof like rival 360-degree cameras
If the Gear 360 worked with more smartphones, it would be my favorite 360 camera, hands-down. While it doesn't take 4K video like the 360fly, the Gear 360 does capture a full 360 degrees in every direction — and does a pretty good job of it at that. The G...
Excellent user experience, Every feature you could hope for, Good quality of photos and video, Seamless connection process
Unique design isn't easily pocketable, Only works with Samsung's phones, Disappointing microphone, Stitch lines are very apparent
Should you buy the Gear 360? It dependsOn paper, the Samsung Gear 360 is the best of the sub-$500 360-degree cameras we've used. It's got a higher resolution for photos and video - and that's especially important with the latter.The Gear 360 is a great bu...
