What is a 360 tour?
Do you ever find yourself holding up that pricey smartphone, selecting the panoramic mode, and then twirling around like a human corkscrew to capture the entire surrounding view? Well, in reality, you're capturing multiple shots that are seamlessly fused together within the phone to create a single, elongated image showcasing a 360° view - or at least as far as you can physically twist.
The final outcomes are enjoyable, interactive, and informative. You have the ability to zoom in on specific details and drag the image to explore different perspectives in your surroundings. Moreover, you'll experience a greater sense of immersion within the image compared to a static picture or even a video.
What isn't a 360 tour?
Hint. It's not video (or static images)
Many perceive a virtual tour as a mere sequence of photos strung together and presented like a slideshow. In this scenario, users can either hit the "play" button or navigate through static images, but their interaction is limited. They can't zoom in, explore what's hidden in the corners, or thoroughly examine every detail within the image.
On the other hand, some refer to a video as a virtual tour, yet viewers are largely subject to the videographer's choices, leaving them with minimal control over their viewing experience. While a video offers a bit more to see, it often prompts viewers to request rewinds or pauses in order to get a closer look at specific aspects.
So again....what is a 360 tour?
In technical terms a 360 Virtual Tour comprises a set of 360-degree panoramic images, seamlessly "stitched" together to create a comprehensive 360° view of a specific location. This process involves specialised cameras, lenses, technology, and techniques, all aimed at orchestrating a visual journey for the viewer.
A virtual tour package encompasses multiple high-resolution photographs known as "spins," which are harmoniously woven into a complete tour package. This top-tier user experience showcases various locations within a site, allowing users to switch between views via thumbnail selections. Users have complete autonomy to explore their chosen perspectives, with the ability to zoom in or out to enrich their visual encounter.
Furthermore, a virtual tour package can incorporate descriptive text, interactive hotspots that either transport users to different locations or offer additional information, videos, and audio elements.
BAY360 tours can be displayed on a your website by simply copy/pasting some code so that it can be seamlessly integrated