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Ricoh Theta S Digital Camera (Black)
Model Name | Ricoh Theta S |
Brand | Ricoh |
Form Factor | Compact |
Skill Level | Amateur |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Color | Black |
White balance settings | Auto, White fluorescent light, Daylight, Cloudy, Flash use |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 30 fps |
Item Weight | 0.3 Pounds |
About this item
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- 360 Degree Spherical Panorama images and Spherical Videos up to 25 minutes
- Live view function on mobile device; Wi Fi communications protocol: HTTP (open spherical camera API 7 compatible)
- Transfer videos directly to your mobile device without the need of a computer
- Full HD Video at 30fps , 360 Degree Spherical Video Supported by YouTube
- Charge the battery by connecting it to a PC using the supplied USB cable
Important information
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Brand New. Never been used.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 5.1 x 1.73 x 0.9 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
ASIN | B014US3FQI |
Item model number | 910720 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #95,077 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #710 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 28, 2015 |
Manufacturer | Ricoh Cameras USA |
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From the manufacturer

360° experience.
Experience a new world of images with the Ricoh Theta S. With one touch of a button, spherical images and videos are created which are unlike anything you've ever seen. The Theta S offers capabilities not previously attainable in past models including a new, a larger image sensor, which gives you approximately 14 megapixel, high-quality spherical images and Full HD movie recording up to 25 minutes. Improvements have been made for low light shooting including the addition of a newly developed bright f/2.0 lens along with the option to shoot in Manual Mode and set shutter speeds up to 60 seconds, built-in memory to store up to 8GB of data, as well as live view and live streaming functionality. Discover 360-degree images and videos, the future of digital photography.
Highlights
- 360° Spherical images and videos
- New enlarged sensor - 12MP
- Output Size - 14MP
- Full HD video at 30fps
- Live streaming (USB/HDMI)

Overview
capture spherical images and videos
Easily capture and share everything in your environment with the Theta S. Featuring a twin-lens folded-optical system, view and share completely spherical images.
improved image quality
Equipped with a larger (1/ 2.3-inch) image sensor, enjoy high-quality spherical images at approximately 14 megapixels, the best quality of all Theta models. The Theta S features a newly designed lens, optimized for the new sensor, providing sharper images than previous models.
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improved ui with more functionsAdded to the Theta S is an LED status notification on the body of the device, which allows you to switch between still image and movie mode more easily than previous models. Wi-Fi speed has also been upgraded to 8Mbps, as well as built-in memory to store up to 8GB. |
high movie qualityImproved hardware enables 30fps of Full HD original data. Recording time is also improved to a maximum of 25 minutes. |
dedicated applicationThe Theta applications allow for easy shooting and sharing of your spherical images and videos. From the applications you can capture still images and videos, employ full command and control over various shooting modes, and share your spherical images and videos directly to social media. Additional Theta applications will allow you to edit your spherical images to the way you want them to be. |
live view and live streaming functionalityLive View function is added with still images. With this new function, 10fps images are displayed as a preview on your smartphone. Enjoy live streaming when your device is connected to either a USB or HDMI cord. |
What's in the box
Product Description
Product Description
Ricoh's 3rd generation 360 degree camera comes to life with the Theta S. The Theta S adds a larger sensor for improved still and video capture. Video recording time increased to 25 minutes, video streaming capabilities and a live view function to your mobile device. Capture everything around you with complete 360 degree imaging. Your world is not flat. Take amazing spherical images and videos with RICOH THETA S.
From the Manufacturer
Ricoh's 3rd generation 360 degree camera comes to life with the Theta S. The Theta S adds a larger sensor for improved still and video capture. Video recording time increased to 25 minutes, video streaming capabilities and a live view function to your mobile device. Capture everything around you with complete 360 degree imaging. Your world is not flat. Take amazing spherical images and videos with RICOH THETA S
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Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2015
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I have also used the M15 in the past. The form factor of both devices was great and I ultimately chose to buy the newer model due to the ability to make longer videos. In the M15, the resolution is too low and the contrast in picture quality is not great, where colors appear undersaturated and flat.
The S, in contrast, is definitely a notch above the m15. However, this device is still prone to overexposure when taking 360 photos outside. The Theta S is a big improvement than its predecessor, but in my opinion not enough to warrant purchasing an entirely new device if you have the older model.
You get 25 minutes to record 1080 HD video as opposed to 6 minutes on the M15, but keep in mind that uploading it into Youtube truly skews the image quality so the videos do not truly feel like HD. However, the Ricoh Theta software will auto stitch your video while exporting which minimizes the time spent editing, saving the consumer many hours. The videos are not completely seamless and are subject to some fish-eye distortion.
The S comes with live preview, which uses the WiFi capabilities enabled in the camera itself. The shutter range is small, and you must be close to the camera for reliable operation. While it is neat to have this capability, the shoddy execution from the weak range leaves something to be desired.
The S comes with a neoprene sleeve that fits snugly against the camera. However, we decided to buy a hard case for added lens protection, as Ricoh does not offer a warranty in the case that the lens themselves become damaged.
The S controls are extremely easy to use, and just the press of a button will take a 360 photo. However, if you want the images to look as beautiful as they can, a fair amount of post processing might still be required to get the dynamic range seen in reality.
Overall, I feel like this is the best VR camera you can get at this price point. The quality will not be able to rival a GoPro VR rig, but the amount of effort required in post production is severely minimized by Ricoh Theta. With a GoPro rig, you need to spend 2,500 dollars and also buy or #D print a mount to house all of the camera together. It also requires that you sync the individual shutters and control the settings so that the VR immersion isn't disrupted by the varying exposures, which can take a lot of time. The Ricoh Theta S is a great introduction to the world of VR, and is able to fit in such a small form factor that is extremely portable.
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Update: don't drop it. I did and since then the one lens has taken much fuzzier pictures which makes half the image blurry. Rather than replace it though I am waiting for the V to come out this month,

Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2017

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