 | | SPHERON-VR’s Scanlight Provides 360° High Quality Images Even in Darkest NightFebruary 3rd 2009 - Advanced digital imaging specialists SpheronVR AG has announced the new Scanlight, which is due to be showcased at the ‘Focus On Imaging 2009’ exhibition in Birmingham, UK. The Scanlight enables high quality full spherical images to be captured with full illumination in even pitch black conditions.
“SpheronVR has always led the way in capturing the highest quality panoramic images possible,” said Peter Taylor, SpheronVR’s Business Manager, “and now with the new Scanlight, capturing market leading images using the SpheroCam can be achieved even in poorly lit and challenging environments.”
The Scanlight comprises of two LED lamps that are attached, with an easy to use snap and lock mechanism, to either side of the camera lens. Each LED lamp comprises of 20 lights, which move in unison with the lens to provide full illumination for the duration of the image capture.
Poor lighting damages the quality of images, whilst providing adequate illumination usually requires the use of large obtrusive lights and heavy generators, which clutter up a panoramic image and create unwanted shadows. The Scanlight, however, can be powered by a rechargeable battery that’s clamped to the SpheroCam’s tripod, and will enable 360° images to be taken without interruption.
The ability to capture fully illuminated panoramic images even in pitch black conditions means the SpheroCam will prove even more valuable for a variety of documentation tasks, such as fire and special forces investigations, architectural capturing, building surveying, archaeology analysis, computer graphics reconstruction modelling and on a wide range of training material exercises.
Spheron’s SpheroCam HDR camera has re-defined full spherical photography and the term (HDR) High Dynamic Range imaging. It’s able to capture 360° panoramic 50 mega pixel images within a single scan operation, and is the first camera able to measure real world luminosity values, from the darkest shadows to the brightest sunlight.
You can request a demonstration of the Scanlight and SpheroCam HDR by visiting SpheronVR at stand # C36 at ‘Focus On Imaging 2009’ in Birmingham, and more information can also be found on its website: www.spheron.com, or email info(at)spheron.com
About SPHERON-VR AG
SPHERON-VR AG is one of the most innovative companies in the area of visual technologies.
Core products of the German headquartered hard- and software company are digital HDR camera systems for full spherical imaging and a well-engineered database application that comes with an intuitive, visual user interface (visual content management). Designed to fit the needs and requirements of many industry sectors, SPHERON-VR offers integrated workflow solutions for visual based scene documentation in the areas of crime scene investigation, security, fire and tactical training as well as for photorealistic visualization and computer graphics (CGI). Comprehensive service offerings complete the professional portfolio.
SPHERON-VR AG is based in Germany, where it develops, manufactures and delivers its technologies and solutions. Strategic partnerships and sales channels allow SPHERON-VR AG to offer its unique portfolio to a worldwide market. Today, clients from different branches all over the world trust in SPHERON-VR competence and professional services.Additional information is available on the company's website: www.spheron.com |
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| Practical HDR: A complete guide to creating High Dynamic Range images with your Digital SLR
by David Nightingale |  | HDR is both a technical solution to the limitations of digital camera sensors, and a creative tool that can give any image much more impact - but it is not without its pitfalls, and it's essential to understand these if you want to take full advantage of this innovative technique.
Focal Press (September 14, 2009)
Paperback: 160 pages
Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches | Product Description:
Practical HDR provides you with an abundance of step-by-step examples that will quickly make you an expert on the theory and practice of shooting and processing HDR images, allowing you to get the best possible results every time.
As well as practical advice on shooting and processing, the book also contains a global showcase of inspirational HDR images - you will quickly find that HDR offers unparralleled opportunities for indulging your creative instincts, from photo-realistic to hyper-realism.
- Create stunning HDR images - from photorealistic to the hyper-real
- Covers in-camera image capture and digital darkroom techniques
- Combines sound, step-by-step advice with an inspirational gallery of images
| About the Author:
David Nightingale is an intructor for the Perfect Picture School of Photography and director of Chromasia training. |
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