Kandao Obsidian S - Live Spherical VR Camera 120fps high speed

Kandao Obsidian S Live Spherical VR Camera – High-Speed 3D 360° VR Recording

The Kandao Obsidian S is a professional spherical VR camera designed for capturing high-speed immersive 3D virtual reality content. It delivers smooth and detailed panoramic footage with support for 4K × 4K 3D VR video at up to 120 fps and 6K × 6K 3D VR video at up to 50 fps.

The camera combines advanced imaging hardware with a complete software ecosystem that covers post-processing, video editing, stitching, encoding, and live streaming. The workflow supports industry-standard formats, making it easier to integrate the camera into existing production environments and reducing the complexity of creating professional 3D 360° content.

The Obsidian S allows creators to focus on storytelling and creativity by simplifying demanding post-production tasks through intelligent software solutions and automated processing.

Key features of the Kandao Obsidian S VR camera

• High-speed 3D VR video recording.

• 4K × 4K stereoscopic VR video at up to 120 fps.

• 6K × 6K stereoscopic VR video at up to 50 fps.

• 6K × 6K VR still image capture.

• Six high-quality fisheye lenses with f/2.4 aperture.

• 190° ultra-wide field of view per lens.

• HDR spherical image capture for improved dynamic range.

• Advanced deep-learning stitching algorithms.

• Complete workflow support including editing, stitching, encoding, and live streaming.

• Industry-standard output formats for professional production workflows.

• Minimalist six-lens design inspired by the human visual system.

Kandao Obsidian S – true stereoscopic panoramic virtual reality

The Obsidian S is designed to create realistic and immersive VR experiences by capturing stereoscopic panoramic footage with natural depth perception. The six-lens optical system is inspired by human vision, helping reproduce a more natural sense of space and presence.

The camera records complete virtual reality environments with stereoscopic parallax, allowing viewers to experience scenes with realistic depth and perspective.

High-speed VR recording and cinematic image quality

The Obsidian S supports high-frame-rate recording for smooth and immersive VR experiences. It can capture 4K × 4K 3D VR video at 80 fps and 120 fps, as well as 6K × 6K 3D VR video at 30 fps and 50 fps.

The camera uses six high-quality f/2.2 fisheye lenses with a 190° field of view, allowing full spherical image capture. HDR technology improves image quality by expanding dynamic range and preserving details in both bright and dark areas.

Advanced stitching and production workflow

The built-in deep-learning stitching algorithms provide fast and accurate panoramic image processing. The software system is designed to simplify the production process, from capturing footage to creating finished VR content.

The complete Kandao workflow supports post-production, editing, stitching, video encoding, and live streaming, allowing professional creators to integrate the camera into existing production pipelines more efficiently.

Technical specifications

Image and video capabilities

• Maximum stitched output resolution:

  • 5760 × 5760 pixels.

• Video synchronization and frame rates:

  • 4K at 80 fps.

  • 4K at 120 fps.

  • 6K at 30 fps.

  • 6K at 50 fps.

• Spherical video output:

  • 4K × 4K at 80/120 fps after stitching.

  • 6K × 6K at 30/50 fps after stitching.

• VR photo resolution:

  • 6K × 6K.

• VR headset playback optimization:

  • 6K × 6K images can be converted to 60 fps in Kandao Studio for smoother HMD playback.

Lens system

• Number of lenses: 6.

• Lens type: Fisheye.

• Aperture: f/2.2.

• Field of view: 190°.

• Focal length: 1.45 mm.

Single lens resolution

• 6K × 6K at 50 fps:

  • 3000 × 2160 pixels.

• 6K × 6K at 30 fps:

  • 3000 × 3000 pixels.

• 4K × 4K at 120 fps:

  • 1500 × 1080 pixels.

• 4K × 4K at 80 fps:

  • 1500 × 1500 pixels.

Frame rate support

• 4K recording:

  • 80 fps.

  • 120 fps.

• 6K recording:

  • 30 fps.

  • 50 fps.