An image quality that makes you feel to be there yourself
The panorama (of up to 360°) has such a high definition that it is possible to see even the smallest detail in the image. The digital sensor was developed specifically for photography applications and allows a high dynamic range and vivid colours (allowing details in the sky/clouds as well as in the foreground). The Roundshot Livecam applies the same image algorithms as they are used in our high-end panorama cameras - to the benefit of the image quality.
With our new function "full screen" you feel to be there yourself! The "full screen" feature loads the full image resolution (up to 2x full HDTV!) at a simple click of a button. "Full screen" is part of our FTP and web hosting service.
The new Roundshot Livecam is equipped with a very sensitive RGB scanning sensor which makes it possible to capture the full 360° panorama in a matter of a few seconds.
Thanks to this high sensitivity and speed, the high dynamic range of the sensor (9 f-stops) and the Seitz image optimisation technology it is possible to capture images full of beauty from early morning dawn until late night sunset.
Communicate with the image
Why is the image quality of the webcam so important?
The internet is the communications channel of the future. Current web trends show that the internet user avoids text passages and focuses entirely on animated images.
A high resolution panorama in ultimate quality combined with attractive Livecam functions is modern, always up-to-date and generates significant website traffic.
Show the full beauty of your environment - in 2x full HD quality!
Your own independent professional photographer
The Livecam works fully automatic and is the most productive professional photographer you could possibly engage. It is designed as an independent system that can directly host your Livecam webpage on the internet. Alternatively, it can be integrated into your network or forward images and data via FTP to a fast internet access point. Ask us for our new FTP and webhosting service!
The Roundshot Livecam is a complete system and includes:
Professional high resolution 360° panorama camera
Professional Nikon lens (24-70mm zoom)
Waterproof case
Connection cables (ethernet and power)
Capture + scheduler software
MySQL data base
open source php software
Livecam php and html webpages
Additional options include:
Camera and/or web server
Installation of web server
Automatic data back-up
Wireless bridge for easy installation
Livecam remote maintenance via internet
FTP of images (transfer to dedicated web server)
Dedicated webhosting
Maintenance on site
Images: Livecam EPFL Lausanne / Switzerland
Unlimited applications
The Roundshot Livecam is a marketing tool with virtually unlimited possibilities:
Tourism: destinations, hotels, resorts, regions
Documentation of construction sites
City marketing
Corporate marketing / PR
Weather stations and weather forecasts
Airports, air fields, ports
Holiday homes, private residences
The Livecam technology can also be used as a capture device for the film and advertising industries. Thanks to its fully automatic workflow it can capture a new panorama every minute. These images can then be composed into a multi-media animation (time-lapse, 360° panning, etc.)
The Livecam features are very unique and invite the website user to come back again and again
You have the choice between two different website graphics - or adapt the open-source php/html code to your own requirements.
Standard graphics
Animated panorama image of up to 360° in variable resolution, Livecam features such as "archive", ecard", "zoom", "time-lapse", "hot-spots", "more cams", "rotation"
Advanced graphics (available as an option with FTP and dedicated web hosting)
Animated panorama image of up to 360° in a pre-defined resolution (depending of subscribed FTP service), all functions as in standard graphics plus direct zoom within the image, flash-animated graphics with additional navigation possibilities, plus "full screen" display of panorama
What is the difference between a conventional webcam and a Roundshot Livecam?
Firstly: the image. You obtain more image angle (up to 360°) than any other camera offers. The seamless panorama (without stitching) and the beautiful colours gives you the impression to be there yourself. The image resolution is very high (up to 66 million pixels) and invites to explore details. As the image rotates continuously, your website is always in motion.
Secondly: the features. We have programmed some exceptional features never seen before in a webcam!
Thirdly: the graphics. It is simple to understand and makes your website visitors stay on your webpage for a longer time. It is attractive and always new - your website visitors will come back again and again.
Load images from one of our databases (small, large). Navigate in the images in the browser or download (right mouse-click) on your computer. You can even print high-resolution images!
Load an image from our ecard database and send it to your friends or family as an animated electronic greeting card. Create an e-campaign by sending ecards to your business partners. This is a creative and positive way of communicating and creates traffic on your Livecam server.
Zoom in directly on the panorama with two easy clicks. Or download the last large panorama and view it in detail on your computer.
Travel through time and create your personal animated film. See the passage of the sun and the clouds. View the movement in town. See the change of the seasons throughout the year. A fascinating feature!
Activate embedded points-of-interest in the image and have, for example, the peaks of a mountain chain explained. A great way to integrate Livecam sponsors as well who can display, for example, their corporate building on the panorama. Click on the hot-spots to activate related links to another webpage.
Link to the weather module (weathercam) with detailed data on temperature, humidity, rain, wind, air pressure and brightness. Charts showing the weather evolution over time (24h, 7 days, 30 days, 1 year). Use the archive function to bring together a 360° panorama with the actual weather data at any point in time.
Would you like to see more beautiful panoramas? Visit some of our reference installations by clicking the link.
Adapt the speed of the rotating panorama by changing the lever.
With the Roundshot capture software it is possible to set the parameters individually
Every location is different and requires different camera parameters. This is the exact purpose of the Roundshot capture software. It allows you to adapt the camera to your specific needs and preferences. We have developed these functions in close cooperation with our customers.
The installation is easy
The Roundshot Livecam is easily installed. You require:
An attractive location
A camera holder / mast
A network connection (intra- or internet)
A power supply with back-up USV
Of course our team of specialists can help you prepare the installation and give you practical tips and a check-list. If you like we can do the installation for you. Provided that everything is prepared well the installation of the Livecam should not take longer than a day.
2-3 seconds at full resolution (depending on selected focal length)
Exposure times
From 1/333 sec. up to 10 seconds
Exposure
automatic with prescan, automatic with variation or manual
Sensitivity control
ISO/ASA (100, 200, 300, 400, 600, 800)
Image format
adjustable vertically and horizontally
Image angle
from 1° to 360° (selectable in steps of 1°)
Housing* - dimensions - weight
height: 40 cm, diameter: 26 cm 7.9 kg
Camera control
with connected 32-bit oder 64-bit PC (Windows XP or VISTA)
Requirements for capture computer
160 GB hard disk, 2 GB RAM, XP Professional for example Eeebox Black Small PC
Image transfer
ethernet
External power supply (camera)
110-220V
Power consumption (camera)
24V
Hardware
Professional 360° panorama camera in waterproof case, connection cables ethernet (any length) and power (max. 30m), mains adaptor (power), professional Nikon lens 18-70mm DX zoom, without computer
Software
Roundshot capture software, Apache, php, textpad, html and php web pages, mySQL data base, optional: weather software, FTP software
Possible accessories
See price list
* Waterproof case including camera and lens, without computer
