Samsung Gear 360 Camera Review (2017!): Best 360 Camera?

Is the new 2017 Samsung Gear 360 the best 360 Camera available right now? We put it to the test in this 2017 Samsung Gear 360 Camera Review! *** FREE Guide to Filming Amazing Videos on Smartphone! ► Android: primalvideo.com/complete-andr... ► iPhone: primalvideo.com/complete-ipho...
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-- Samsung Gear 360 Camera Review (2017!): Best 360 Camera? --
Samsung recently updated their Gear 360 Camera with the new 2017 model, and it promises to fix a lot of the shortcomings we found in the 2016 edition of the Gear360 (reviewed here: • Samsung Gear 360 (2016... ).
So how does the 2017 Gear 360 really stack up?
Samsung sent us a unit to test out, and after putting it through its paces the results were impressive!
But, is it really the best 360 camera for video currently available? And should you buy one? I cover my thoughts in this Samsung Gear 360 Camera review!
** #Disclosure: Were we paid to talk about this? **
Nope! Samsung Australia sent us out a free Gear360 2017 model to test. We gave them our standard terms: “We’d love to! BUT we can’t guarantee a video. We’ll put it through its paces, but we’ll only review it if we like & recommend it.” They agreed. We got one sent to us. We tested it out. The rest is history! Where possible, we do use affiliate links in all of our content & descriptions (more details on that below!)
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[@chuckmccollim]

I just had a friend give me a Samsung Gear 360 (2017) and this video was very helpful!

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad we could help you Chuck!

[@davidmthekidd]

Thanks! Perfect review and comparison.

[@SJL2023]

Great job on explaining

[@KimJimenez]

Awesome review per usual, Justine. Thanks! So far I'm loving my Gear 360. :)

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Kimberly! Have you done any live 360 videos yet? 😀

[@KimJimenez]

Justin Brown - Primal Video Not yet! I live in a loft so no walls which means everyone would see my mess. Haha! But planning on doing an outdoors one soon!

[@PrimalVideo]

haha that's the same reason I haven't done one in my office 😜

[@sherri-lynnwhite401]

~ Bravo!! Many thanks!!

[@clarehart1559]

Absolutely did a great job on the Review. My only issue is... So had most others, when dealing with the completely basic info. Moreover, and as typical manufacturers like to write User manuals based on word count, most of us here want to get 'Insider dope'. Does your channel show how it can connect to you tube or Facebook live? Can this bad boy stream? If so, what would it look like? Lastly, I want to add that I know it's a few years old. But, VR and 360 cameras are only recently building Good videos, right?

[@bruzintrepid9095]

Love your video 👍

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Bruz

[@lamwp8634]

Excellent advice on shooting videos from video time 13:00 onwards.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@TechyMohit]

nice video bro as always.....please tell me how to use logitech c920hd pro webcam for video recording please give full tutorial...i have this but i dont know how to use this....in windows..thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks mate. We don't have any tutorials recorded like that yet.. but both mac and windows have built in options for recording video from webcams which are high quality.

[@TechyMohit]

PlEASE MAKE A TUTORIAL ON WINDOWS OR MAC I NEED TO USE THIS WITH LIGHING ...ALSO MENTION WHICH LIGHT TO USE... TITLE MAY BE ...HOW TO USE WEBCAM FOR PRO VIDEO RECORDING

[@KalabTempleman]

Good job Justin!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Kalab! 😀👍

[@uditsahanivlogs]

Awesome !!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Tech Alpha!

[@appledadlife]

I feel that the sphere shape is not easy to store, especially in the pocket if you want to carry around... 😎

[@PrimalVideo]

Totally Agree! The new one is a much better shape than the old one.

[@ian710]

Great review.. I like the way you done the review , I’m going to purchase my 360 camera today after work...I wasn’t to sure if I wanted one but after this review, I want one Thanks for putting the time in to make the clip on KZbin,,, you have a new sub 👀 👃🏻 👅🗯💭thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome! Glad you found the video helpful, enjoy the new camera!

[@adimperial]

Taz 11 wanna buy mine? Got it free with Galaxy note 8 purchase. Don't think I'll be using it

[@JasmineCherie]

Thanks for The video Justin. I'm looking for a waterproof 360 live streaming 4k video 60 or more fps.with a tripod mount. Any Suggestions?

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey Jasmine, I'm currently looking for the same - I don't think it exists yet 😜 I am a fan of the Xiaomi Mijia 3.5k waterproof (to 1m) 360 camera though.. Image quality is good! No 60fps though

[@JasmineCherie]

Justin Brown - Primal Video we will just have to wait not so patiently 🙃

[@eBikeaholic]

Thanks! We're also experimenting with the Xiaomi Mijia 3.5k for our ride vlog helmet cams, exciting stuff!

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice! We've just shot our review of that one too, it's a decent camera!

[@josephtony8425]

Can u use the Samsung gear 360 (2017) with a oneplus 7 which has Android 10 ?

[@klind57]

What app would be compatible with the Moto Z

[@bagayatkarakshay]

Is it compatible with all Android phones??

[@yariv8961]

Why is he not going viral?

[@PrimalVideo]

haha thanks for the support everyone 😀

[@alexanderlyon]

He's growing pretty fast nowadays. I'll bet 100k by the year's end!

[@jaigarcia2507]

We're thinking the Exact same thing. 100k Come on. Pfffft what's with people on you tube?!

[@abdulhaadi7403]

Can we shoot @ 3840x1920 using gear 360??

[@uniquelydeepak]

Can we record a 6-8 hr event using 360(2017)..? What size memory card do we require? Do we need an extra battery backup? And how long does it take to transfer to the pc or mobile device? Thx 4 ur advice.

[@PrimalVideo]

As far as I know there's no record time limit besides battery and card. You can run the camera plugged into a battery backup but it's likely you'll see the cable in your shot (no big deal). I think it would take quite a while to copy off the footage afterwards.

[@uniquelydeepak]

Justin Brown - Primal Video So, whats the usual time to transfer a video?

[@bennyschapero2049]

Will this 360 camera work on the ZTE Blade Zmax?

[@PrimalVideo]

It should do.. but you might want to do a google search to confirm.

[@justcallme4]

does this connect ot my pc live or editing wired plugged into obs? edit

[@PrimalVideo]

It's wireless to your phone and direct to the internet, no computer required for live.

[@davidkristanto2739]

want to ask, bro, can this Samsung 360 camera be used independently without a smartphone?

[@PrimalVideo]

Yes it can. These days I think the insta360 cameras are much better but if you got this one cheap would still be good

[@thaynes7357]

I can't get my 360camera to hook up to my Samsung 5 phone S5

[@pixellord1]

You need at least s6 to make it work

[@PipinhoSnow]

And in 2023?????

[@mimii3000]

Bummed now that I decided not get this as my free gift with my new Note 8

[@PrimalVideo]

Ahh, what did you end up with? the VR headset?

[@mimii3000]

Justin Brown - Primal Video I opted for the free wireless charger and micro SD card. I was debating on whether to get the camera, because I heard how awful the last camera was. I wish I had done more research and saw your video sooner. I may just have to go out and buy it now!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

A wireless charger and micro SD card would definitely make that a tougher decision. 😀