The Nikon KeyMission 360 ($499.95) does a lot of things right, but it also does a few things wrong. It's the easiest 360-degree video camera to use-the footage is ready for upload to the Web right off the memory card, without the need to any time-intensive conversion process-and it's waterproof to...

Pre-stitched 360-degree 4K video; 29MP still capture; Waterproof to 100 feet; Wi-Fi remote control; Electronic vibration reduction; Mac and Windows desktop software

Doesn't double as a traditional action cam; Seams visible at close distances; Short battery life; Huge file sizes; 4K resolution at 24fps only; No mic input; Mounts aren't GoPro compatible

Think carefully before buying: Keymission 360 cannot take good photos. Keymission 360 also cannot be placed in the same category as other 360-cameras on the market because Nikon has corrupted the JPEG output.

When this camera works, it's great! Alas, I have had little chance to experience that. Twice the camera has failed and I've missed two opportunities to shoot season-sensitive activities (planting and harvesting). It turns on but goes straight to pairing instead of being ready to shoot.

A little worried based on past reviews, but so far, so good. To date, I have had no issues with the Nikon software. It does, however, seem a bit more complex to use vs. software for similar cameras. The camera itself possesses all the quality you would expect from Nikon.

Very rugged; Very good image quality

The software still needs some help; Mounts incompatible with other action cameras, ie; GoPro; Terrible! These mounts are also very expensive

AchillesIt is hard to describe how bad the execution of this product is. The camera is itself sturdy and has a nice feel, which is what we expect from Nikon. The Achilles heel is that to make any use and adjustment to the camera requires a smartphone. That is where things become terrible.

With its KeyMission range, Nikon has moved away from its still image camera heritage and moved into action camera territory, arguably arriving somewhat late to the party with its KeyMission 80 and KeyMission 170 cameras. But the company hasn't been quite so tardy with its KeyMission 360 VR camera.

Video instantly compatible with YouTube/Facebook; Replaceable lens covers; Waterproof; shockproof; freezeproof; Removeable battery

Accidental recording; Gets hot; Puzzling still image capture; Unreliable and frustrating app

The Nikon KeyMission 360 is one of the three action cameras that Nikon have launched alongside the KeyMission 170 and the KeyMission 80. As the name suggests, its key feature is that it can record 360 degree photos and videos.

Up until now brands like GoPro, Olympus and Ricoh have dominated the action cam market, but it's a pie that Nikon obviously want a part of with the launch of its highly anticipated KeyMission range.

360 video is a new concept and Nikon have produced a very good product; But is has issues; If you happy to connect your camera direct to your desktop then it's great, connection to wifi are Bluetooth is a joke; I wouldn't bother buying it if your going to connect it to your phone.

Connection to mobile device is very; very bad

Works awesome and is super sturdy for my Nikon dslr. I was skeptical but I don't have any regrets. Great tripod for the price. Also nice and small for vacations or trips.