Nico 360-degree camera — designed by Hong Kong-based startup company claiming it will be the ‘world’s smallest’ at 46 x 46 x 28mm, Nicocam says its camera will include two 16MP Sony sensors capable of 25MP still images and 2560 x 1440/30fps video. As with many other 360-degree cameras, Nico360 will be able to produce content for stereoscopic VR headsets. A 1/4″ mount will be used, and the camera will accept microSD cards.
The camera allows the user to shoot videos upto 2K resolution and at 30fps. The inbuilt storage on the camera is 32GB and non-expandable, which might be a problem considering the space needed for storing the 2K footage. The camera can record 360-degree videos at a resolution of 25 megapixels. It has two 16Mp spherical cameras mounted on either sides of the body and buttons to power on/off the device, click images, switch modes from video to images is located on left side of the body.
The camera is compatible with iOS, Android and Windows mobile devices and comes with a1400mAh battery. Users will be offered four video recording options: Flat Mode, Sphere Mode, Planet Mode, and VR Mode. Spherical panoramas will be created via in-camera stitching; Nico360 will also offer live video streaming using either via Bluetooth 4.0 or WiFi 5Ghz/ac.
An action camera should be waterproof along with durability and compact size. The company claims that the Nico 360 is not only splash proof but also waterproof.
Nicocam plans to sell Nico360 for $199. A $99 pledge will reserve backers a ‘super early bird’ version on Indiegogo, and the camera is estimated to ship to supporters in October 2016. The funding campaign also offers a ‘full accessories pack’ for $89 and a 5000mAh Battery Selfie Stick for $39.
