{"id":37680,"date":"2025-08-08T16:04:35","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T12:04:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/droneandcam.com\/post\/understanding-the-optimal-360-stitching-distance-to-avoid-image-artifacts\/"},"modified":"2026-02-11T16:02:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T12:02:03","slug":"understanding-the-optimal-360-stitching-distance-to-avoid-image-artifacts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/droneandcam.com\/en\/post\/understanding-the-optimal-360-stitching-distance-to-avoid-image-artifacts\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the optimal 360\u00b0 stitching distance to avoid image artifacts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you already film in 360\u00b0, you may have noticed something odd: sometimes, an object or person appears slightly “cut out” or misaligned right at the<\/a> junction of the two lenses. This is called a stitching artifact . And the good news is that you can avoid it\u2014or at least reduce it\u2014by following a simple rule: the optimal stitching distance . In this article, we’ll look at what it is, how it works, and most importantly, how to apply it with your Insta360 X5<\/u><\/a> . <\/p>\n\n

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Insta360<\/a> X5 image artifacts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

What is 360\u00b0 sewing?<\/h2>\n\n

In 360\u00b0 video, the camera uses two ultra-wide-angle fisheye lenses<\/strong> that capture two hemispheres. Then, the software (either in the camera or in post-production) stitches the two images together to create a complete sphere. This stitching process is called “stitching.” <\/p>\n\n

The problem is that this junction between the two images is a sensitive area<\/strong> . And if a subject is too close to this invisible line, it risks being poorly stitched: blurry edges, distortion, misalignment\u2026 in short, a rather botched effect that we want to avoid as much as possible. <\/p>\n\n

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What is the ideal distance with the X5?<\/h2>\n\n

On the Insta360 X5<\/u><\/a> , the stitching area is managed quite well thanks to the improved stitching algorithm, but there is still a recommended minimum distance<\/strong> :<\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 1 meter<\/strong> between the subject and the camera.<\/p>\n\n

Below this distance, you are more likely to see artifacts, especially if the subject is poorly placed (right between the two lenses).<\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\udca1 Pro tip: if you want to film something very close (e.g., an object on a table), try placing it in front of a single lens<\/strong> , not in the middle.<\/p>\n\n

How do I know where the seam line is?<\/h2>\n\n

On the X5, it’s simple: imagine a straight line connecting the two lenses. This line forms the “seam zone”. Everything on this line, especially within one meter, is potentially at risk. <\/p>\n\n

To help you:<\/p>\n\n