360° or 180° video camera for sports

[Jeckyl]

Hello,

 

First time poster long time reader.

 

Does anyone have any good reviews for 2018 comparing both 360 and 180 cameras. Also is it possible to sync up GoPro cameras to merge video or is that too complicated?

 

I want to start filming high speed sports and want a competitive edge over everyone who shoots normal. Every camera I see has an annoying fish bowl issue or horrible frame rate. 

 

Has anyone ever came across any good links or reviews in there travels or have experienced anything positive with these flagship devices?

 

Thanks

[SkyHound0202]

55 minutes ago, Jeckyl said:

Does anyone have any good reviews for 2018 comparing both 360 and 180 cameras.

Here's a comparison of the 360 degree cameras.

55 minutes ago, Jeckyl said:

Also is it possible to sync up GoPro cameras to merge video or is that too complicated?

Yes. It's indeed possible to sync up fisheye footage and stitch them into sphere, but I fear that GoPro will not provide enough Field of View coverage to form a good 360 video, unless using multiple camera.

55 minutes ago, Jeckyl said:

I want to start filming high speed sports and want a competitive edge over everyone who shoots normal.

Honestly, if you want to stand out when covering high speed sports, you can:

1) shoot those gorgeous cinematic slow motion shots with a high speed camera (or phone with lens adapter)

2) from a different perspective with a crane or a drone (please refer to local regulations), or a head mount camera on contestant.

[IAmAndre]

1 hour ago, OnyxArmos said:

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1 hour ago, Jeckyl said:

Does anyone have any good reviews for 2018 comparing both 360 and 180 cameras. Also is it possible to sync up GoPro cameras to merge video or is that too complicated?

I can't think of anything but GoPro does offer 360 sports camera like this one: https://shop.gopro.com/Marketing/cameras/fusion/CHDHZ-103.html

[YellowJersey]

I think Skyhound beat everyone to the punch.