Lenovo - Mirage with Daydream - VR-Ready Photo and Video Camera - Moonlight White

Name: Lenovo - Mirage with Daydream - VR-Ready Photo and Video Camera - Moonlight White
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 6240858
Rating: 3 (7 reviews)

Model: ZA3A0022US

SKU: 6240858

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Key Specs
- Effective Pixels: 13 megapixels (The actual number of pixels which make up the viewable image.)
- Standardized Video Resolution: 4K (2160p) (An approximated measurement of the product’s video resolution. This may not be the exact resolution of the product, which may be slightly more or less when using a pixel-by-pixel measurement.)
General
- Brand: Lenovo
- Model Number: ZA3A0022US
- Product Name: Mirage with Daydream - VR-Ready Photo and Video Camera
- Color: Moonlight White
Imaging
- Image Sensor Type: CMOS (CCD and CMOS are the two main technologies used in image sensors. CCD, the older of the two types, turns analog light signals into digital pixels. This conversion happens without distortion, resulting in high-quality images. Newer CMOS sensors use transistors at each pixel to move electrical charges. CMOS sensors are typically less expensive, but also require more light to create distortion-free images.)
- Digital Zoom: None (A digital zoom is accomplished electronically, with no adjustment of the camera's optics, and no optical resolution gained in the process. The existing data is not enhanced or added to, merely displayed at a lower resolution, thereby giving an illusion of an enlarged image.)
- Low Light/High Sensitivity: true (High sensitivity digital imaging devices are designed to work in low light conditions to produce a high dynamic range image.)
Exposure Control
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.1 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- Effective Pixels: 13 megapixels (The actual number of pixels which make up the viewable image.)
Display
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (The measurement of the width of a screen compared to the height of a screen, expressed as a ratio.)
Video
- Standardized Video Resolution: 4K (2160p) (An approximated measurement of the product’s video resolution. This may not be the exact resolution of the product, which may be slightly more or less when using a pixel-by-pixel measurement.)
Storage
- Number of Memory Card Slots: 1
Compatibility
- Tripod/Monopod Mountable: true (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
- Memory Card Compatibility: microSD (The type of memory card(s) recommended for use with the product.)
Features
- Action Camera: false
- Integrated Speaker(s): true
- Night Recording: true (The ability to capture and record video in low-light conditions, typically via infrared light or intensifier tubes that amplify existing light to illuminate the scene.)
Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: WiFi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- Number of USB Port(s): 1
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
Power
- Rechargeable Battery: true
- Battery Life (up to): 2 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Removable Battery: true
- Battery Size: Battery pack (The battery size required for operation.)
Included
- Batteries Included: true (Indicates whether the product comes with the required batteries for its operation.)
Dimensions
- Product Height: 2.16 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 4.13 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 0.87 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.31 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Filter Diameter: 50 millimeters
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
Other
- UPC: 192076909261

Create your own virtual reality videos with the Lenovo Mirage camera. Point-and-shoot operation makes it easy to record all of life's most precious moments, while 4K Ultra HD resolution brings every detail on each frame to life before your eyes. Compatible with Google's VR180 format, the Lenovo Mirage camera delivers effortless uploading to Google Photos and YouTube for sharing with friends and family.

Native integration with YouTube and Google Photos: Lets you synchronize your shots to Google Photos or upload to your YouTube account.
IMU image sensor: Offers clear and colorful photos and videos.
180° viewing angle: Allows you to capture and experience in-depth stereoscopic photos and videos.
Two microphones: Help achieve surround sound.
microSD card slot: You can upgrade internal 16GB of storage with microSD cards with up to 128GB capacity.
2200 mAh lithium-polymer battery: Ensures up to two hours of video capture.
USB Type-C interface: Provides charging and data synchronization.

Whats Included

2 x Li-Polymer batteries
Lenovo Mirage with Daydream VR-Ready Photo and Video Camera
Pouch for camera lens protection and cleaning
Quick start guide
USB Type-C cable
User manual
Wall adapter (5 V/1 A)
Warranty card

Product Manuals

Product Datasheet/Brochure

Q: Google no longer supports the VR180 app, How is this camera controlled by a phone without the app?

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Q: Can this stream live if connected directly to a PC like a webcam, but in 3D?

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Q: does this one have a microphone too?

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Very interesting - mixed results
I purchased the Lenovo - VR-Ready Photo and Video Camera and was quite lucky to get an early delivery. Bottom-line: Pretty nice...but not great. First - It is super easy to get started. There is a little setup - connect to Lenovo cell phone app, connect to wi-fi. All pretty standard and easy. Second - The camera automatically downloaded an update. No problems with that. Operating the camera is quite easy via the app. I starting taking video immediately. Video can be stored to the internal memory or to a microsd card. Note that watching the video on your cell phone is fine - but it looks just like regular video (2d and medium field of view). But you can manually pan right/left/up/down to see the extend of the 180 degree recorded scenes. Image quality is nice. The camera should be held quite still. The subjects you are video taping can be moving. But video of fast sports events may be too much for this camera. The quality of the lenses are fine...but not much better than a cell phone. These lenses are no where near the quality of GoPro. I also purchased Lenovo - Mirage Solo with Daydream Virtual Reality Headset. This vr headset or another HIGH QUALITY headset is necessary to take advantage of the 3d and 180 video this camera can shoot. The price is great and there is not another 3d/180 video camera at this price point.
Posted 7 years ago by davidvb1
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Close, but not quite
I was excited for this piece of tech to hit market, but disappointed in the result. The biggest flaw is having no screen on the device itself. This makes it near impossible to frame shots and you're basically just hoping for the best. What makes this such an oversight is due to the wide angle lenses, your fingers will be in every shot unless you hold it in a particular and very awakward way. Another flaw is the device will stay on/connected unless you specifically shut it down. This a.) quickly drains the battery b.) eliminates your opportunity to catch a candid moment and c.) Means you have to wait for your phone and camera to sync every. single. time. Image quality is great, video quality is good. Hardware is of an excellent build and feels great in hand. They include an extra battery, but no way to charge it except via the camera itself.. which means a less than convenient charging routine. Definitely not worth the current price, but with a lower price and a few software tweaks, it might be worth it.
Posted 7 years ago by Moozicmon
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great for basic VR and panoramic photos and videos
Caught Mirage at a deep discount ($80) and actually thought about (and sort of wished I had) purchased more than one. It's definitely a great little device if you're looking to capture VR-ready memories, but there are some shortcomings...mainly the lack of a viewfinder of any kind. While it's pretty "point-and-shoot" - and the double fisheye lens should reasonably capture anything in the general direction in which it's pointed - it's a bit annoying to have to use your phone for assurance. The "natural" (for me at least - the way you typically hold a camera) on the device also typically ends up capturing my fingertips in the ends shots (the guide recommends holding it only on the top and bottom). Overall, it was 100% worth the money at the $80 sale price, and depending on your want to capture VR video/photo, it might be worth considering as an entry-level device at full price.
Posted 6 years ago by jac83