On May 31st 2024, Acer announced the launch of its new SpatialLabs Eyes stereoscopic camera. Whilst I’ve not seen the camera itself yet, the specs., possibilities, and examples of stereo photos and videos it has produced look really promising.
| Acer has launched the SpatialLabs Eyes Stereo Camera, its latest addition to its range of SpatialLabs 3D devices. The compact 3D camera can be used by photographers to capture stunning and stereoscopic images and view these in immersive 3D as it fully integrates with the SpatialLabs lineup of products. With 8 megapixels per eye resolution, a built-in selfie mirror, and a weatherproof exterior, the pocket-sized Acer SpatialLabs Eyes Stereo Camera is a great companion for capturing moments in daily life. Its intuitive setup enhances shooting experiences with carefully calibrated lens alignment and an advanced optical system to photograph subjects with greater 3D depth and detail. |
Jerry Kao, COO of Acer Inc., added:
| “The SpatialLabs Eyes Stereo Camera completes Acer’s stereoscopic 3D portfolio, providing solutions from content capturing and creation, to display and interaction. We hope to empower users to capture the world around them in stunning stereoscopic 3D through the new camera and we’re excited to see the possibilities and the amazing content they will be able to create and share.” |
| For effortless image taking, SpatialLabs Eyes is equipped with auto and touch focus capabilities, further enhanced with Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) for smooth and steady footage. More seasoned photographers will appreciate the option for manual mode which provides flexibility to calibrate ISO, white balance, and shutter speed settings for better control of image output. The SpatialLabs 3D Camera goes beyond just capturing stunning images and videos in 3D. It enables real-time 3D streaming and storytelling, letting users share their 3D content live on YouTube and other streaming platforms with the new Acer SpatialLabs Player 3.0. Video chatting will be available through the SpatialLabs video call widget in Q3 that enables more engaging, high-resolution 3D video conferencing on apps such as Teams (1080p), Zoom (720p), and Google Meet (1080p), with customizable depth features available to add more layers of realism during calls. |
| Specifications Name: Acer SpatialLabs Eyes Stereo Camera Model: ASEC-1 Aperture: f/2.0 Focal Length: 3.0 mm (equivalent to 21mm) FOV: 80°(H) 52°(V) Lens Separation: 63mm Sensor Size & Type: 1/2.8″ (D = 6.388mm) CMOS Pixels: 8 megapixels Photo Resolution: 2 Photo Modes: 7680 x 2160 (SBS or SBS + L + R), 3840 x 2160 (SBS or SBS + L + R) Video Resolution: 3 Video Recording Modes: 7680 x 2160@30 SBS, 3840 x 2160@60 SBS, 3840 x 2160@30 SBS (+HDR) Stereo Webcam Resolution: 2 Stereo Webcam Modes: 3840 x 2160@60 SBS, 3840 x 2160@30 SBS (+HDR) Photo Format: JPEG Video Format: MP4 Audio Format: AAC Video Bitrate: 60Mbps Video Coding: H.264 Touch Screen: Size 2.41” Touch Screen Resolution: 640×480 PPI: 332 Exposure compensation: -2EV to +2EV Metering Mode: Multi (center AF), Spot (touch focus point link) White Balance: Auto, Manual (2300K~10000K) ISO: Auto, Manual (100 – 1600) Auto Focus: Center weight Touch focus: Yes Min. Shutter Speed: 1 sec Max. Shutter Speed: 1/2000 sec Best distance from subject for comfy 3D depth: 50cm~INF (with pixel shift post-processing in applications) Stabilization: Built-in 6-axis gyroscopic stabilization, Supports IMU stabilization, Video mode: EIS Weight: 220g Dimensions: 104 x 65.4 x 23.2 mm Interface: USB Type-C Memory Card: Micro SD card, U1 speed above (U3 recommend) Audio In: Built-in stereo mic Battery Capacity: 1500 mAh (min: 1480mAh, typical: 1515mAh) Charge Mode: Charge via USB Type-C Battery Consumption: Photo: Up to180 pictures, Video: Up to 37 mins Accessories: Drawstring pouch x 1, USB Type-C x 1, Selfie mirror x 1 |
| Pricing and Availability The Acer SpatialLabs Eyes Stereo Camera (ASEC-1) will be available in North America in Q3, starting at USD 549, and in EMEA in Q3, starting at EUR 549. Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com. |
Please note the following photos and video were taken with the Acer SpatialLabs Eyes camera, and are courtesy of Acer:
More details can be found on the Acer website: https://www.acer.com/us-en/accessories/cameras/acer-spatiallabs-eyes and I really recommend you go and check out the downloadable gallery of photos and videos taken with the camera, some examples of which you can see above. The photographer really gets the advantages of stereoscopic 3-D photography, so kudos to whoever it was.
I’ve contacted Acer UK about the release date here and they are vague at best: “Unfortunately, we do not currently have an availability date for your requested device. Our catalogue team is working on replenishing our stock and expanding our catalogue with our latest models.”
Please note “SpatialLabs” is a trademark of Acer, and all media used in this post relating to the SpatialLabs Eyes camera are copyright of Acer. Information used in this post is courtesy of Acer.
I better start saving my pennies!
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Nice design! Looking forward to trying one out.
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I just tried a quick print on 6 x 4 of the family group hand-in-hand, dog in the foreround – I’d tried several viewers to look at the images on-screen and it’s VERY difficult to get a reasonable effect. When printed, the figures look very ‘cardboard cut-out’ – the dog is OK (‘…two legs bad, four legs good…’ – stop it Mr.Orwell!) I wonder if Acer’s intention is to lock the user into their hardware for viewing??
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That’s interesting – I wonder if it’s because the people are too far away for the lens separation, but the dog isn’t, which is causing the cut-out effect? I’ve heard this comment a lot about anaglyph images.
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