What is a 360-degree photo or video?

Whoever films or photographs always makes a frame. Everything that falls outside that frame is not visible in the picture. With a 360-degree photo or video, that changes. There is no longer a traditional framework. The image is visible in all directions. Hence the name ‘360 degrees’; a full circle.

In combination with VR glasses, a total experience is created because the image then seems to have real depth, just like the world around us. But you can also view a 360-degree image without VR glasses. On the computer, the image can be moved in all directions with the mouse. On the tablet/smartphone, this is done with the fingers.

Curious about such a 360-degree photo? Then take a look at some examples:

• surf to 360-degree photos.
• Click on an example.
• Click on the arrow icon at the bottom left of the photo.
• The photo is now full screen. Move through the photo by holding down the left mouse button and then moving the mouse left, right, up or down. That way you navigate through the entire photo. In the meantime, gently release the mouse button.
• Press the Esc key on the keyboard to close the full-screen photo.