GoPro Fusion

GoPro wasn't nearly first to the 360-degree camera space, but the Fusion breathes some life into the medium. Yes, there's the initial whizbang factor of 360, and VR in general, but is it sustainable Like fads that have come and gone-3D, I'm looking at you-it's wearing out its welcome.

Captures 360-degree video at 5.2K resolution; OverCapture brings life to 360 footage; Photo and time-lapse modes; Rugged build; Strong image stabilization; Compatible with GoPro mounting system

Pricey; Video stitching requires some serious horsepower; Mobile OverCapture editing tools need a little work; Huge file sizes; Gets very warm when recording

GoPro has long been a dominant player in the action camera space, but of late, the company has been struggling with poor sales and has also dropped out of the drone market . VR is a new vertical for GoPro, and it's betting big on the Fusion, its new 360-degree camera.

High-quality 360-degree footage; Rugged and waterproof; Bundled Fusion Grip is handy; Overcapture works well

Fusion Studio software is glitchy; No built-in storage; Android support is bleak (for now; Expensive; Processing 360 video can be cumbersome

GoPro Fusion review: The 360-degree camera you've been waiting for

GoPro has finally launched the Fusion action camera. Like the Hero and Session, it's designed to be strapped to virtually any part of you of your kit - your bike, shoes, car or any number of other objects via accessory mounts.

OverCapture 'pan within footage' software is brilliant; Footage looks fantastic once edited in app; Waterproof and durable build; Easy to shoot; Very versatile; Fusion Grip included

No OverCapture for Android (yet; It costs a lot; Learning curve is steep if you've never shot 360 degree before; Desktop solution is hard work

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