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Add to SafariWhen comparing Kodak SP360 vs Amkov AMK100S, the Slant community recommends Kodak SP360 for most people. In the question“What are the best 360-degree cameras?” Kodak SP360 is ranked 15th while Amkov AMK100S is ranked 30th. The most important reason people chose Kodak SP360 is:
This camera is dust, shock, and freeze proof, making it an excellent device for use outdoors.
Specs
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro Excellent durability
This camera is dust, shock, and freeze proof, making it an excellent device for use outdoors.
Pro Easy motion-detection
The user can set the camera to a motion-detection mode which allows the camera to record videos when it picks up movement. It will then stop recording if there has been no movement detected for 10 seconds. This makes for an easy set-and-forget mode which can recognize one's pets or be used for security.
Pro Reasonably priced
At $120, this camera is much cheaper than similar models.
Pro Waterproof case (30 m)
The camera is water resistant at depths of up to 30 meters due to its waterproof housing.
Pro Substantial battery life
The 1000mAh battery lasts for about two hours while shooting 1440p30. Charging the device then takes two hours.
Cons
Con 360-degree video is poor
While the camera can take decent standard 1080p30 videos, the 360-degree functionality comes at a significant cost to quality. The end result is a blurry, pixelated mess.
Con 360-degree video is circular
The camera only captures circular videos, and those that are spherical. Furthermore, captured footage includes blind spots at the top and bottom.
Con Field of view isn't correct
The camera lens is only 190x360 degrees (instead of the 220x360 claimed) and only 180x360 degrees can be viewed without distortion. This is from an in-depth review of the Amkov_AMK100S by Jan-Markus Rupprecht, which you can find here.
Con 4:3 square format leaves large black areas
Videos are 1920 x 1440 pixels and include large black areas around the circular image. Even below the circular viewing area, there are unused black areas. The effective image area is therefore only about 1.5 megapixels in videos and in photos it is around 4.5 megapixels.
Con Control LEDs on the camera not visible to user
The LEDs have a white-translucent plastic front and appear simply white in daylight, whether they are lit or not. However, the silicone sleeve shades the LEDs, usually allowing for no direct sunlight to fall on it. In addition, the viewing opening is limited only to a few degrees, so you often cannot tell whether the camera is running or not. In this case, the user must rely on the smartphone app.
Con No additional (removable) protective cover over the actual glass lens
Since the lens protrudes from the housing, you should be extremely careful during transport so not to damage the lens.
Con Watch-type remote control not available separately
While the watch remote and camera are available for purchase as a bundle on eBay (their own store), the watch remote can not currently be purchased separately.
