Lecture Notes: Realsee 3D LiDAR 360 Camera Review

Introduction

• Topic: Review of Realsee, a 3D LiDAR 360 Camera.
• Host: Hugh, featuring his dog Kimchi.
• Purpose: To explore an all-in-one virtual tour platform that provides better quality and features compared to competitors like Matterport.

Key Features of Realsee Camera

• Image Sensor: Micro 4/3 with 134MP.
• Resolution: Captures 16K 360 photos.
• Speed: Generates detailed 2D floor plans quickly.
• AI Renovation: Capable of virtual renovations using AI.

Comparison with Matterport

• Camera: Realsee's Galois M2 vs Matterport Pro 3.
• Image Quality:
  • Realsee uses a superior Micro 4/3 sensor.
  • Allows downloading full 16K photos.
  • Matterport limits to 4K JPEGs.
• Flexibility:
  • Realsee permits usage of other platforms (e.g., KRPano, 3DVista).
  • Matterport restricts image hosting and usage.

Advantages of Galois M2

• Design: Won the Red Dot Design Award in 2021.
• Outdoor Use: Compatible with outdoor environments.
• Capture Quality: Includes no chromatic aberration and seamless stitching.

Matterport's Advantages

• Field of View: 295-degree vertical vs Realsee's 150 degrees.
• HDR Bracketing: 5 exposures for better dynamic range.
• Capture Speed: Faster capture time, with dense point cloud capabilities in slow capture.

Price and Subscription Model

• Matterport: High initial cost with ongoing subscription fees.
• Realsee: One-time cost with flexible credit-based hosting.
  • Includes free floor plan editor and AI virtual renovation.

Additional Features of Realsee

• Floor Plan Editor: Customizable with furniture drawings.
• 3D Live Call: Essential for realtor presentations.
• AI Virtual Renovation: Renovate spaces using 3D LiDAR data.

Capture Experience

• Ease of Use: Controlled via a smartphone.
• Manual Adjustments: Easy post-capture edits.

Conclusion

• Evaluation: Realsee as a viable alternative to Matterport.
• Future Prospects: Plans for improvements and more tutorials on Realsee.
• Final Thoughts: Encouragement to explore more competitive virtual tour solutions.