Beyond the Rectangle - Building Cameras for the Immersive Future

Explore the evolution of imaging technology and its impact on immersive experiences in this 34-minute Hackaday conference talk. Delve into the world of camera innovation as Kim Pimmel shares insights on his custom-built cameras, including the Hollow One and a 360-degree capture headset. Discover trends in camera technology, from 3D cameras to creative CNC applications, and understand the challenges in replicating human perception for AR and VR. Learn about the technical aspects of camera triggering, housing construction, and the computational demands of immersive technologies. Gain perspective on the complexities of creating Matrix-like experiences, including locomotion and depth perception in virtual environments.

Intro
Kim Pimmel
Camera Inspiration
The Hollow One
Oculus Rift
How does it work
The 3D camera
Triggering the camera
Building the housing
The final build
The creative CNC
The 360 capture headset
New ways to capture
Compute needs
Locomotion
Depth Perception