This Is The Smallest Pocket-Sized 8K 360 Camera In The World

Regarding instant pocket photo apps these days, some 360 cameras such as Ricoh, GoPro, and Insta360 are the most popular ones. For those looking for more impressive transformation, they may tap into KanDao, another lesser-known pocket camera app. Recently, Kandao has introduced its second pocket, the QooCam 8K camera. As suggested by its name, the device has been by far the largest resolution in video creation among its prevailing rivals like the 5.6K GoPro Max and the 5.7K Insta360 One X. The $589 device can even perform real-time stitching, followed by your next 8K instant editing on the phone with much smaller 4K proxy files. This is an intelligent way to achieve maximum user mobility with no sacrifices for output quality. 

The 20-megapixel sensor with the size of  1/1.7-inch appearing on the two sides of cameras has to make QooCam 8K considerably bulkier than the rivals. It is so bulky that can even fit an OLED touchscreen of a 2.4-inch dimension, allowing users to modify parameters along the way, as well as preview footage. In addition, the device also has a battery of 3,600mAh with fast-charging assistance from USB PD2.0. Users will find storage of 64GB, along with a microSD expansion, not to mention Bluetooth and Wifi assistance here. 

Regarding the 360 videos capturing feature, the camera can shoot 4K resolution at 30 or 60 fps or 8K at 30fps. Its slow-motion mode can perform 4K at 120fps, in the 10-bit color also. However, users will be limited to the live streaming feature at 4K. KanDao is also promoting its own video capturing feature "SuperSteady" utilizing fancy algorithm as well as the six-axis gyroscope, which is impressive to see the tech battle between Insta360's "FlowState" stabilization and "Super Steady".

Besides the mentioned 360 videos, QooCam 8K also provides users with a "Super Vlog" feature which can produce flat videos. For now, instead of reframing a 360 video, users can set their filming views through the touchscreen. Another good news for vloggers is that KanDao is going to offer a vlog mic kit, in which there's a 3.5mm mic input in the device. 

For 360 photos, users will receive photos in 30-megapixel resolution (7,680 x 3,840) captured in RAW or JPG with 12-bit coloring. As an improvement for photos, the device also has an assistance RAW+, which is for inclusive 16-bit RAW photos.

The pre-ordering price for QooCam 8K that KanDao now offers is $589, and the device is expected to be delivered in December. Accessories in the device will be a selfie stick (attached with a phone mount), a dive case, a protective case. The vlog mic will soon be introduced on another date. It is also better to note that the device is not totally a substitute for the renowned 8K camera like Insta Pro 2. However, it is a good start for an 8K camera at just $589.