Would it be possible to mimic these features in post prod? Essentially gather a giant high res shot, using the money spent on fancy feature on higher res. Then run the same algorithms in post to get a similar video?
Not really. The level of resolution necessary is an obstacle. Additionally, having a rotating tripod mount as part of the flow means the angle of view is changing, as opposed to a static angle you describe. That said, it could be faked, but wouldn't be the same.
Makes sense. Thanks!
You could go up to 4K video for $1500 or so. But that will only get you 4 1080p screens stitched together, so you can really only focus in on a quadrant.