OZO
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| Basic Info | |
| Type | Virtual Reality |
| Subtype | Camera |
| Developer | Nokia |
| Release Date | Q1 2016 |
| Price | $60,000 |
| Website | ozo.nokia.com |
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| Refresh Rate | 30 fps recording, 60/90 fps tracking |
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| Weight | 4.2kg / 9.3lbs including battery |
OZO is a virtual reality camera developed by Nokia. Unveiled on July 28, 2015, this 360 degrees camera is designed and built for professional VR Filmmakers. Content filmed with the ball-shaped OZO can be viewed on various VR Devices (HMDs), with stereoscopic 3D, 360 degree videos and spatially accurate surround sound.[1] One of key innovations of OZO is its ability to allow the filmmakers to preview content in real time without waiting for it to be stitched together. With a five figure price tag, OZO is not a consumer product. [2] Its intended for filmmakers and advertisers and offers an end-to-end solution for professional capture, editing and playback of cinematic VR experiences.
OZO is partnered with Jaunt VR for camera usage and post-production services.
OZO will cost $60,000 and is scheduled to be released in Q1, 2016.
Features
- Captures stereoscopic 3D video through 8 synchronized global shutter sensors.
- Records spatial audio through 8 integrated microphones.
- Allows the filmmaker to preview the footage in real time, without a lengthy stitching process. Traditionally the stitching process that creates a 360 degree video can take hours. OZO allows the filmmaker can view the low resolution version of the footage in just minutes after recording.
- Integrates into existing professional workflows and works with third-party tools, dramatically simplifying content production at all stages.[1]
- OZO can be placed on a standard tripod with SDI and power cables. It can also be operated remotely with Wi-Fi, utilizing internal SSD and battery.
Hardware
Spherical device about the size of a grape fruit. It has 8 cameras positioned evenly apart. Each camera shoots in 2K x 2K resolution and covers 195 degrees field of view.
Specifications
Sensors and Lens:
| Part | Spec |
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| Presence Capture | Spherical and Stereoscopic Video capture with Spatial Audio Array |
| Video Sensor Type | Progressive Scan with Global Shutter |
| Video Sensor Array | Eight, synchronised, 2K x 2K sensors |
| Video Area Coverage | Full-spherical, 360 x 180 degrees |
| Min Imaging Distance | 0.5m / 20" (spherical video coverage) |
| Stereoscopic Coverage | Centerline +/- 130(h), +/- 65(v) degrees |
| Lens Interoptic Distance | Effective max. 86 mm / 3.4" |
| Lens Angle of View | 195 degrees per lens |
| Relative Aperture | f/2.4 |
Video and Audio:
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| Video Dynamic Range | 60 dB / 10 stops |
| Base Color Temperature | 5,000 degrees Kelvin |
| Base Sensitivity | ISO 400 |
| Audio Sensor Type | Omnidirectional, solid state |
| Audio Area Coverage | Full-spherical, 360 x 360 degrees |
| Audio Dynamic Range | 64dB S/N, 120dB max SPL |
Capture and Output:
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| Master File Format | MOV wrapped OZO Virtual Reality with 8Ch raw Video and 8Ch PCM Audio |
| Video Compression | Wavelet-based raw |
| Media Module | 500GB, Solid State Media |
| Record Duration | 45 min per Media Module |
| Program Output | 3G-SDI SMPTE 242M, DIN connector |
| Capture Frame Rate | 30.00 fps |
| Cooling System | Passive (fanless) design |
| Battery Pack | Rechargeable Lithium Ion |
| Power Consumption | 12V DC, approx 30W in record mode |
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| OZO Remote Application | Available for OSX® 10.10 Yosemite |
| Camera Control | via 802.11 Wifi |
| Monitor Output | HDMI, Stereoscopic Virtual Reality render |
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| OZO Creator Application | Available for OSX® 10.10 Yosemite |
| Audio Mix Preview Output | MOV, monoscopic stitched panorama |
| Video Composition Output | DPX, 8K x 4K, 10-bit, sRGB color space |
Size and Parameters:
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4.2kg / 9.3lbs including Battery |
| Construction | Milled Aluminium Alloy |
| Color | Lava Grey |
| Dimensions – camera head only | 264 x 170 x 160mm / 10.4 x 6.7 x 6.3″ |
| Dimensions – with camera mount | 264 x 170 x 238mm / 10.4 x 6.7 x 9.4″ |
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| Planned Certifications | CE, FCC Part 15 Class A |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +25C (+32F to +77F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40C to +50C (-4F to +122F) |