The Insta360 X5 is a versatile 360° camera designed to meet the demands of real estate professionals and Google Street View contributors. With its advanced imaging capabilities and seamless integration with GoThru's tools, the X5 streamlines the creation of immersive virtual tours and high-quality street-level imagery.
Features
High-Resolution
Capture 72MP still photos (8192x4096), ensuring detailed and immersive visuals for virtual tours.
Enhanced Low-Light Performance
The X5's 1/1.28" sensors, combined with PureVideo mode, deliver improved image quality in challenging lighting conditions.
Replaceable Lenses
User-replaceable lenses enhance durability and reduce downtime, making the X5 a reliable choice for fieldwork.
Extended Battery Life
With a 2400mAh battery, the X5 offers up to 185 minutes of operation at 5.7K 24fps, supporting extended shooting sessions.
Waterproof Design
The camera is IP68-rated, allowing for underwater use up to 49 feet (15 meters) without additional housing.
Seamless Integration with GoThru for Automated Real Estate Virtual Tours
The Insta360 X5 integrates smoothly with GoThru's suite of tools, enhancing workflow efficiency:
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GoThru Street Editor: Connect the X5 directly to the app to capture HDR images, automatically link panoramas, and generate virtual tours using pre-designed templates.
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AI-Powered Labeling: Leverage AI to label images based on content, streamlining the organization and presentation of virtual tours.
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Rapid Tour Creation: Produce complete virtual tours within minutes after shooting, expediting the delivery process to clients.
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High-Quality Imagery: Its 8K images meet the resolution requirements for detailed street-level imagery.
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GPS Integration: Pair the X5 with a smartphone or the Insta360 GPS watch, to geotag images, facilitating accurate placement on Google Maps.
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GoThru Publishing Tools: Utilize GoThru's Street Editor mobile app and Street View Moderator to connect images, blur sensitive information, and publish content directly to Google Street View.
Optimized for Google Street View
The Insta360 X5 is well-suited for contributing to Google Street View:
Applications
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Real Estate: Create immersive virtual tours to showcase properties, enhancing online listings and engaging potential buyers.
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Business Showcases: Develop interactive tours of commercial spaces, providing customers with a virtual walkthrough experience.
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Educational Institutions: Offer virtual campus tours to prospective students and parents, facilitating remote exploration.
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Construction Documentation: Capture comprehensive visual records of construction sites for progress tracking and stakeholder updates.
What's the maximum resolution Insta360 X5 supports?
The Insta360 X5 supports a maximum resolution of 8K at 30fps for 360-degree video. It also supports 5.7K at 60fps and 4K at 120fps for slow-motion.
How to capture videos for creating Blue Lines for Street View?
To capture videos for creating Blue Lines for Street View, you need to pair the Insta360 X5 with your phone. Once paired, ensure your phone screen remains ON throughout the video shoot; otherwise, the GPS signal may be lost. Wait for about 4 seconds before you start moving, as the camera needs this time to start receiving the GPS signal from the phone. The first 4 seconds of the video can be cut later using the Insta360 Studio. This process ensures your Blue Lines on Street View are accurately placed
How to create the maximum resolution virtual tours?
To create virtual tours with the best possible quality using the Insta360 X5, you should shoot in non-HDR mode, which supports 72MP. However, you'll need to shoot in RAW and manually bracket the images when shooting from your phone. This involves adjusting the exposure settings to -2, 0, and +2. After shooting, convert these RAW images to JPG format. Then, use an application like enfuse to combine the three bracketed images into one high-quality image with well-balanced light. This process ensures your virtual tours are detailed, vibrant, and visually appealing.
Do I need to hide when shooting 360 photos for Real Estate?
Yes, when shooting 360 photos for Real Estate with the Insta360 X5, it's best to not be in the frame. You can connect your phone to your Insta360 and trigger the shot from within the Insta360 mobile app. To avoid appearing in the shot, you can hide around a corner or behind a wall. However, make sure not to go too far as to lose the connection with the camera. This ensures your 360 photos are professional and focused solely on the property.