The Gigalinc Project Puts You Inside the Photograph
Omar Yusuf — September 18, 2011 — Tech
Although you may have seen those gigapixel images that seem to include every minute detail of a landscape before, you certainly haven't seen anything like the Gigalinc Project.
The resolution of a gigapixel photo is so comprehensive and sharp that, if zoomed into enough, it would reveal every trait of its chosen target. Scroll into a seemingly simple landscape shot and you'll see every grazing cow, every rock and even the blades of grass. The Gigalinc Project takes the astonishing size of gigapixel photos and lets you control it through gestures interpreted by an Xbox Kinect camera. Thus far, visitors to the University of Lincoln project have testified to feeling like Superman as they "fly" through the image, veering closer and closer to the ground.
The resolution of a gigapixel photo is so comprehensive and sharp that, if zoomed into enough, it would reveal every trait of its chosen target. Scroll into a seemingly simple landscape shot and you'll see every grazing cow, every rock and even the blades of grass. The Gigalinc Project takes the astonishing size of gigapixel photos and lets you control it through gestures interpreted by an Xbox Kinect camera. Thus far, visitors to the University of Lincoln project have testified to feeling like Superman as they "fly" through the image, veering closer and closer to the ground.
Trend Themes
1. Immersive Photography - Using gigapixel photography and innovative technology, immersive photography experiences are created that allow users to explore every detail of an image.
2. Gesture-controlled Interfaces - The use of gesture-controlled interfaces, like the Xbox Kinect camera, enables users to interact with immersive images, opening up new possibilities for user engagement.
3. Virtual Reality Experiences - The Gigalinc Project demonstrates the potential for creating virtual reality experiences that transport users into gigapixel images for a truly immersive and interactive visual experience.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - In the world of photography, immersive gigapixel images offer a unique selling point, attracting customers who want to explore and engage with images on a whole new level.
2. Gaming - The integration of gesture-controlled interfaces in immersive photography opens up new possibilities for gaming experiences, allowing users to navigate and interact with virtual environments in a more natural and immersive way.
3. Tourism - The Gigalinc Project highlights the potential for using immersive photography to create virtual tours of travel destinations, giving users a taste of the experience before they even arrive.
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