The Sony Bloggie HD camcorder with an swiveling USB 2.0 connector is getting a new accessory, a panorama lens add-on that can take 360 degree movies. It looks like a little siren, and requires the lens to be tilted straight up; the images will also only make sense once uploaded to the updated version of the software. The movies can be edited to zoom in on certain parts of the panorama or viewed ultra-wide screen. The bundled software should provide a number of different options for working with such a wide view. The 1080p H.264 video is recorded onto Memory Stick Duo media.
The Bloggie’s regular lens already swivels 270 degrees to ease video angles and let you view yourself if you are vlogging. The snap-on 360 lens should be available as an accessory, but is currently only available as a kit including the camera. The 360 kit only ups the price $20 over the camera-only package. It’s available now at SonyStyle for those interested.Permanent Link
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