Samsung updated their Gear 360° camera, the difference in naming is the added year, so the new camera is called Samsung Gear 360 (2017). Compared to the previous model the new one has a hand grip included. Max. resolution was increased as the new camera offers 4096 x 2048, 4K resolution at 24 fps.
Samsung Gear 360 (2016) vs Gear 360 (2017)
Samsung Gear 360 (2017) Specs
Sensor:
Samsung Gear 360 (2017) is equipped with two lenses and two 8.4 MP sensors (currently don’t know which brand).
The 2016 model featured two 15 MP sensors, guess the new cam is more optimized for video and the 2016 model was for photos.
Chip:
The 2017 camera features a DRIMe5s chip, comparable with the 2016 model.
Video Resolution & Frame Rate:
Gear 360 (2017) offers a max. resolution of 4096 x 2048 but only at 24fps.
In contrast Gear 360 (2016) shoots 3840 x 1920 at 30fps. I’m nur sure it the 2017 model offers the same settings, I only found the info on a 2560 x 1280 / 30fps selection. Ratio for 360° videos is 2:1,
Video Format:
videos are recorded in .mp4 format and .h265 codec.
Photo:
In Single cam mode (one lens) the camera takes 3MP (2304 x 1296) images; in Dual Cam mode up to 15 MP (5472 x 2736) images; .jpg format.
Compared to the previous model the resolution is now smaller! (single mode: 3072 x 1728 (5MP); dual mode: 7776 x 3888 (30MP))
Lens:
Samsung Gear 360 (2017) is equipped with 2 f2.0 lenses, similar to the older model.
Display:
The camera holds a 0.5″ display on the grip to check the settings.
Battery:
2017 model features a 1160 mAh battery, whereas the 2016 model held a 1350 mAh battery.
Storage:
microSD cards up to 256GB are supported.
Connectivity & Ports:
Wireless
Samsung Gear 360 (2017) features wifi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz);
additionally Bluetooth v4.1 but not NFC compared to the 2016 model.
Ports
The USB port was upgraded to USB-C type.
Samsung Gear 360 (2017) – Buttons
Features
Similar to the 2016 model Gear 360 (2017) is IP53 certified splash proof and dust proof without case.
Live broadcast is available when you pair Gear 360 (2017) with your smartphone or PC you can choose a platform to stream to.
Shooting modes include Video, Photo, Time Lapse Video, Looping Video, Landscape HDR.
Dimensions & Weight:
Weight: 130g incl. battery
Dimensions: 100.6 x 46.3 x 45.1mm
Accessories:
Included is a USB cable (Type-C), Strap, Pouch, Quick Start Guide.
Sold separately is a Value Kit: Tripod, Remote, Quick Release Buckle, Flat and Curved Mounts.
Functions:
Live broadcast is available when you pair Gear 360 (2017) with your smartphone or PC you can choose a platform to stream to.
Samsung Gear 360 (2017)
Retailers / Prices
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Comparison
Here you can find a comparison of Samsung Gear 360 2016 and 2017 model, included the recently released Xiaomi Mijia.
| Insta360 One | Xiaomi Mijia | GoPro Fusion | YI 360 VR | Ricoh Theta V | Gear 360 (2016) | Gear 360 (2017) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Sensor | 2x Sony Sensor | 2x 16 MP Sensor Sony IMX 206 | 2x ? | 2x 12 MP Sensor Sony IMX 377 | 2 x 12 MP Sensor | 2x 15 MP Sensor | 2x 8.4 MP Sensor |
| Processor | Ambarella | Ambarella A12 | ? | Ambarella H2V95 | ? | DRIMe5s | DRIMe5s |
| max. 360° Video Resolution | 3840 x 1920 (30fps) | 3456 x 1728 (30 fps) | 5228 x 2624 (30fps) | 5760 x 2880 (30fps) | 3840 x 1920 (30fps) | 3840 x 1920 (30fps) | 4096 x 2048 (24fps) |
| Live Stream | 3840 x 1920 (30fps) | n/a | ? | 3.840 x 1.920 (30fps) | |||
| max. Photo Resolution | 6912 x 3456 24 MP | 6912 x 3456 23.8MP | approx. 6000 x 3000 18MP | 5760 x 2880 16.5 MP | 5376 x 2688 14 MP | 7776 x 3888 30MP | 5472 x 2736 15MP |
| Display | no display | no display | data display | data display | no display | data display | data display |
| Battery | 820 mAh buit-in | 1600 mAh buit-in | 2620 mAh exchangeable | 1400 mAh exchangeable | ? buit-in | 1350 mAh | 1160 mAh |
| Wifi | no (can connect to Smartphone via plug) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Bluetooth | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | yes |
| Image Stabilization | yes | yes | yes | yes | no? | no | no |
| Ports | microUSB | microUSB | USB-C | USB-C | microUSB 3,5mm audio | microUSB | USB-C |
| Waterproof | underwater case available | IP67 splash-proof | 5m without case | no | underwater case | IP53 splash-proof | IP53 splash-proof |
| Dimension | 96 x 36,5 x 25 mm | 78 x 67.40 x 24 mm | 73 x 75 x 39mm | 102 x 53.2 x 29.6 mm | 130,6 x 45,2 x 22,9 mm | 56.3 x 66.7 x 60.1 mm | 100.6 x 46.3 x 45.1 mm |
| Weight | 83 g | 108,3 g | 200g | 170g | 121g | 152 g | 130 g |
| Price | Amazon:  | Gearbest: 229.99 USD | Amazon:  | Amazon:  | Amazon:  | Amazon:  | Amazon:  |
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