YouTube today rolled out a new format for videos called VR180, which lets creators shoot videos that are immersive when viewed in a virtual reality headset, but still have a normal perspective for anyone watching on their smartphone.

VR180 videos focus on what's in front of you, are high resolution, and look great on desktop and on mobile, in a 2D format. They transition to a VR experience when viewed with Cardboard, Daydream, and PSVR, which allow you to view the images stereoscopically in 3-D, where near things look near, and far things appear far. VR180 also supports livestreaming videos so creators and fans can be together in real time.

Creators will be able to set up and film your videos the way thjey normally would with any other camera. And, soon, they'll be able to edit using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro.

Google's Daydream team is working with several manufacturers to build cameras from the ground up for VR180. These cameras can be used by everyone looking to easily make VR content. Google says that the cameras will be as easy to use as point-and-shoot cameras, for around the same price. Videos and livestreams will be easy to upload to YouTube. Cameras from YI, Lenovo, and LG are on the way, and the first ones will hit shelves this winter. For other manufacturers, Google is opening up a VR180 certification program.

YouTube says that eligible creators can sign up for a loaner VR180 camera at YouTube Space. There's also a playlist of demo VR180 videos that you can check out now to see how it works.