I already have the SpatialLabs 15" screen. I'm sold on the idea of this new camera! I hope someday I can afford the 27" monitor as well. I love the depth of knowledge you have on this subject.
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilms - no tech specs. Nothing about 4K or connectivity. People want to know if a camera has a usb and / or hdmi connectivity, how the 3D capture can be edited, whether or not it's UHD or HDI or DCI, if there is a microphone input, what focal length the lens is, etc.
Again it was just announced yesterday for release later this year and there is no information on the inputs or controls. It IS 4K though as shown in the samples, and you can download them yourself on that page.
I've just discovered your TH-cam site and found this particular video of great interest. I immediately realized you were recording the video in Red/Blue anaglyphy. Could you refer me to particular application / technology or computer program you're using in this particular video? If you've already covered this in an earlier TH-cam video, a link/reference to that video would also be appreciated. Best Regards from Houston TX - USA
Welcome! I filmed this with the iPhone 15 but there are other options. As for editing, I’ve found the best software to be Powerdirector, versions from 2023 and earlier (I use version 15.) My video regarding editing can be found here: How To Edit Stereoscopic 3D th-cam.com/video/YNjWd8D4AuQ/w-d-xo.html
Hi Jonathan, Wouldn’t it be nice if there were more cameras spread in line with the small stereo base set that are now on the Lume Pad 2. Tablets are wide enough to make nice hyper stereo shots if there is an extra camera on the opposite corner. Of course another one for a 63mm stereo base, and one at the middle of the tablet would make it a dream tablet for us to play with this long awaited choice of stereo base combinations. Even better; one of the lenses sliding on a rail, but I think that this will be more difficult to design, as the lens should move very precise along the rail. Sander Kiesel NL
Great video Jonathan. This camera looks very interesting, for all sorts of reasons - one of which is that a manufacturer seems to be taking a 3D camera fairly seriously! My assumption is that Acer started working on this when is became apparent that Apple was working on the Vision Pro, and they wanted to get in on being able to offer some "supporting tech" for that piece of hardware. As excellent as it may be, I'm still not remotely convinced that the Vision Pro is going to be one of Apple's success stories, but if it is responsible for encouraging other companies to make 3D cameras, then that's great. I could, of course, be wrong about all of that.
Have Acer ever mentioned their camera having an on-the-fly 'Horizontal Disparity Adjustment' for easier 3D viewing, similar to the iPhone 15 Pro and LP2? Or is it like my Qoocam Ego, where you need to adjust the convergence point afterward using an editing program on your computer to make the photos and videos more comfortable to view?
No, but their SpatialLabs Player does provide this feature. You can adjust how much the image pops in or out of the monitor. It's great for reducing ghosting, too.
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilms Apple just announced their own 3d conversion software on Vision pro's photos app. I wonder how good it is compared to Leia.
Getting back to basics with a 3d camera - hopefully they make sure the camera doesn't overheat (really, does a camera need wifi?) and that it has a replaceable batteries available in a moments notice (this goes with the wifi idea as well - long battery life). I used to love using the aiptek. It was so practical. The picture and audio sucked. But it was practical. If they could just give us a camera with such practicality with the improved sound and the 4K. And batteries. Lots of batteries.
Hi Jonathan, I can’t find information about the battery the new Acer camera uses. They mention that you can charge it by the USB port. This gives me the feeling that it is a fixed one. That would be a bummer. End of life of the battery will result in high costs for replacement. Also we have to carry an external power pack with us for the longer sessions. I hope it is replaceable, and it is not an exclusive model, made for this camera only. Sander Kiesel NL
I was researching the Xreal Beam Pro and then discovered the upcoming Acer SpatialLabs Eyes Stereo Camera which has me interested with the 4K capability. Original release date was Q3 and it's now Q4. I'm not really finding much recent information on it. Any update on a release date for the camera?
No unfortunately, other than the fact they are still promoting it but obviously have missed the third quarter. Really hoping this pans out soon as it looks good 🤞
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilms Fingers crossed as well. 🤞 Hopefully they did not cancel the release due to relatively poor sales of Apple Vision Pro, which was supposed to herald the rebirth of 3D, or as they now call it, spatial video. 🙄
@@digitaljackson3891 Well they're marketing it specifically for their glasses free displays so still have a motivation (although ironically their screens can't show 4K 3D)
Awesome news, still waiting for a proper successor of my red hydrogen, it is just so convinient to be able to shoot 3d when you are out and about. And this looks like a worthy Option.
Great vid!!Ive been keeping an eye on the Calf gen 2 camera, rhis one and hopefully something under 1000 bucks from canon. Do you have thoughts on the new Calf camera? Also what is the best 180 3d camera currently around $1500 or less?
Unfortunately I don’t have many thoughts or recommendations on vr180 cameras because I don’t use them, much preferring stereo cameras without fisheye distortion
Yes this is the red/blue version. If you check out the SBS version of this same episode it’ll work properly in some browsers and on smart tv devices like Roku or fire stick, but that also is converted to red/blue in most browsers and apps. TH-cam sadly took away the full 3D format selections years ago which made things harder.
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilmsI don’t know why they took the 3D options away because surely there was no necessity too. Sure not many people would be using it but so what, surely it doesn’t cost them to keep it there.
Variety Films, your sound quality is the worst on youtube. These built-in camera mics are for scratch audio only. You need to plug in an external mic. Get yourself a cheap Rode it will improve your voice 100%.Put a fur windscreen on it so that your voice is louder than the wind.
I already have the SpatialLabs 15" screen. I'm sold on the idea of this new camera! I hope someday I can afford the 27" monitor as well. I love the depth of knowledge you have on this subject.
The sample footage does look really nice - I'm not sure I need another 3D camera but I'm tempted!
Hi, good 3d Quality. Have you make this video whit the new acer 3d cam ?
This was filmed with iPhone 15, the new Acer won’t be available until later this year.
Variety Films, thanks for this news. Where can I read the announcement from Acer about the camera? Is there a link?
www.acer.com/us-en/accessories/cameras/acer-spatiallabs-eyes
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilms - no tech specs. Nothing about 4K or connectivity. People want to know if a camera has a usb and / or hdmi connectivity, how the 3D capture can be edited, whether or not it's UHD or HDI or DCI, if there is a microphone input, what focal length the lens is, etc.
Again it was just announced yesterday for release later this year and there is no information on the inputs or controls. It IS 4K though as shown in the samples, and you can download them yourself on that page.
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilms -- many thanks, Jonathan. Can't wait to learn more. I anticipate buying the camera.
Yeah it seems like a really good deal for opening price and will drive down the old used 3D market.
I've just discovered your TH-cam site and found this particular video of great interest. I immediately realized you were recording the video in Red/Blue anaglyphy. Could you refer me to particular application / technology or computer program you're using in this particular video? If you've already covered this in an earlier TH-cam video, a link/reference to that video would also be appreciated. Best Regards from Houston TX - USA
Welcome! I filmed this with the iPhone 15 but there are other options. As for editing, I’ve found the best software to be Powerdirector, versions from 2023 and earlier (I use version 15.) My video regarding editing can be found here: How To Edit Stereoscopic 3D
th-cam.com/video/YNjWd8D4AuQ/w-d-xo.html
Hi Jonathan,
Wouldn’t it be nice if there were more cameras spread in line with the small stereo base set that are now on the Lume Pad 2. Tablets are wide enough to make nice hyper stereo shots if there is an extra camera on the opposite corner. Of course another one for a 63mm stereo base, and one at the middle of the tablet would make it a dream tablet for us to play with this long awaited choice of stereo base combinations. Even better; one of the lenses sliding on a rail, but I think that this will be more difficult to design, as the lens should move very precise along the rail.
Sander Kiesel NL
Yes a variable interaxial 3D camera has been dreamt of by 3D enthusiasts for decades but apart from self made rigs hasn’t been done yet.
Great video Jonathan. This camera looks very interesting, for all sorts of reasons - one of which is that a manufacturer seems to be taking a 3D camera fairly seriously! My assumption is that Acer started working on this when is became apparent that Apple was working on the Vision Pro, and they wanted to get in on being able to offer some "supporting tech" for that piece of hardware. As excellent as it may be, I'm still not remotely convinced that the Vision Pro is going to be one of Apple's success stories, but if it is responsible for encouraging other companies to make 3D cameras, then that's great. I could, of course, be wrong about all of that.
Your video looks great, but of course you know that yourself. And of course I subscribed... 3D fan here!
Have Acer ever mentioned their camera having an on-the-fly 'Horizontal Disparity Adjustment' for easier 3D viewing, similar to the iPhone 15 Pro and LP2? Or is it like my Qoocam Ego, where you need to adjust the convergence point afterward using an editing program on your computer to make the photos and videos more comfortable to view?
No word on that from what I know. Personally I haven’t seen an automatic stereo window placement that I like, so I turn it off when possible.
No, but their SpatialLabs Player does provide this feature. You can adjust how much the image pops in or out of the monitor. It's great for reducing ghosting, too.
Have you tried comparing the native 3D conversion on the Lume Pad 2's Leiaplayer with the new Immersity web tool?
Oh it's way better. Leia has also said that explicitly.
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilms Apple just announced their own 3d conversion software on Vision pro's photos app. I wonder how good it is compared to Leia.
Getting back to basics with a 3d camera - hopefully they make sure the camera doesn't overheat (really, does a camera need wifi?) and that it has a replaceable batteries available in a moments notice (this goes with the wifi idea as well - long battery life). I used to love using the aiptek. It was so practical. The picture and audio sucked. But it was practical. If they could just give us a camera with such practicality with the improved sound and the 4K. And batteries. Lots of batteries.
Hi Jonathan,
I can’t find information about the battery the new Acer camera uses. They mention that you can charge it by the USB port. This gives me the feeling that it is a fixed one. That would be a bummer. End of life of the battery will result in high costs for replacement. Also we have to carry an external power pack with us for the longer sessions. I hope it is replaceable, and it is not an exclusive model, made for this camera only.
Sander Kiesel NL
Yes unfortunately it seems to be a built in battery from what I hear.
I was researching the Xreal Beam Pro and then discovered the upcoming Acer SpatialLabs Eyes Stereo Camera which has me interested with the 4K capability. Original release date was Q3 and it's now Q4. I'm not really finding much recent information on it. Any update on a release date for the camera?
No unfortunately, other than the fact they are still promoting it but obviously have missed the third quarter. Really hoping this pans out soon as it looks good 🤞
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilms Fingers crossed as well. 🤞
Hopefully they did not cancel the release due to relatively poor sales of Apple Vision Pro, which was supposed to herald the rebirth of 3D, or as they now call it, spatial video. 🙄
@@digitaljackson3891 Well they're marketing it specifically for their glasses free displays so still have a motivation (although ironically their screens can't show 4K 3D)
Awesome news, still waiting for a proper successor of my red hydrogen, it is just so convinient to be able to shoot 3d when you are out and about. And this looks like a worthy Option.
iPhone 15 is nice too, that's what I filmed this with. But this camera will definitely be a step up in multiple ways!
Great vid!!Ive been keeping an eye on the Calf gen 2 camera, rhis one and hopefully something under 1000 bucks from canon. Do you have thoughts on the new Calf camera? Also what is the best 180 3d camera currently around $1500 or less?
Unfortunately I don’t have many thoughts or recommendations on vr180 cameras because I don’t use them, much preferring stereo cameras without fisheye distortion
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilms qhat stereo cameras do you prefer?
Sony HDRtd10, gyhmz1
Finally a 4K 3D Camera from a brand name we can trust. Acer. Can't wait to get it at WalMart.
Finally a 4K 3D camera period lol
Right. Support will be pulled in less than 1 year.
How does this compare to Finepix 3D screen viewing
How does what compare, the new Acer 3D camera? If so, it doesn’t have a 3D screen, you need your own to watch it on.
Hi there, could you rename this to 3d camera 2024 & more
lol that is a very unique comment 😅
This video is not showing in 3D, just the red-cyan effect.
Yes this is the red/blue version. If you check out the SBS version of this same episode it’ll work properly in some browsers and on smart tv devices like Roku or fire stick, but that also is converted to red/blue in most browsers and apps. TH-cam sadly took away the full 3D format selections years ago which made things harder.
@@jonathansabinvarietyfilmsI don’t know why they took the 3D options away because surely there was no necessity too. Sure not many people would be using it but so what, surely it doesn’t cost them to keep it there.
Variety Films, your sound quality is the worst on youtube. These built-in camera mics are for scratch audio only. You need to plug in an external mic. Get yourself a cheap Rode it will improve your voice 100%.Put a fur windscreen on it so that your voice is louder than the wind.
This red/green 3d is cheap and unworthy. Post in full sbs format also?
It already is posted, for channel members