Ricoh Theta S Spherical VR Digital Camera

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Ricoh Theta S Spherical VR Digital Camera
Key Features
  • Record 360° Spherical Photos/Videos
  • 2 x 12MP 1/2.3" Sensors, 14.4MP Output
  • Twin Lens System, f/2 Maximum Aperture
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 30 fps
A sleek and unique device allowing you to capture 360° stills and full HD movies with a single click, the Theta S from Ricoh features updated imaging components and performance attributes for producing broad-field imagery in a variety of ways. Dual 12MP 1/2.3" image sensors pair with bright f/2 twin lenses in order to capture high-resolution spherical images with each exposure, and a sensitivity range from ISO 100-1600 is available for working in a various lighting conditions. Automated exposure settings are used for both stills and video recording, or manual settings can be employed when shooting stills for extended exposure times up to one minute long.
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Ricoh Theta S Overview

A sleek and unique device allowing you to capture 360° stills and full HD movies with a single click, the Theta S from Ricoh features updated imaging components and performance attributes for producing broad-field imagery in a variety of ways. Dual 12MP 1/2.3" image sensors pair with bright f/2 twin lenses in order to capture high-resolution spherical images with each exposure, and a sensitivity range from ISO 100-1600 is available for working in a various lighting conditions. Automated exposure settings are used for both stills and video recording, or manual settings can be employed when shooting stills for extended exposure times up to one minute long.

In addition to the imaging capabilities, the Theta S has also been revamped with enhanced sharing capabilities, including the ability to wirelessly share both movies and photos to a mobile device for posting online. Built-in Wi-Fi also enables remote live view and camera settings adjustment from your smartphone or tablet. Finished imagery can up uploaded to the dedicated Theta 360 website for sharing with social media sites as well as published on Google's Street View app to allow others to view your spherical imagery.

Unique twin lens design incorporates lenses on the front and back of the camera to enable full 360° spherical imagery to be recorded with each exposure. Each lens has a maximum aperture of f/2 to benefit working in low-light conditions, and each lens has a fixed focus range of 3.9" to infinity to render nearly all subjects in focus.
Dual 12MP 1/2.3" image sensors provide an interpolated 14.4MP output in order to produce stills with a 5376 x 2699 equirectangular resolution.
Full HD movie recording is supported at 1080p30 (16 Mbps), as well as HD 720p15 (6 Mbps), and live streaming is possible via the HDMI type-D or micro USB connections at 1080p30, 720p30, 720p15, or 480p30 frame rates. When saving video to the internal 8GB memory, up to 25 minute clips or 4GB of video can be recorded at a time.
Auto, Shutter Priority, and ISO Priority exposure modes are available for stills shooting, and auto exposure mode is available for video recording or live streaming.
A sensitivity range of ISO 100-1600 is available for all recording modes to benefit working in a variety of lighting conditions.
When shooting stills, shutters speeds ranging from 1/6400 sec. to 1 minute are possible. Speeds up to 1/8000 sec. are possible in video modes.
Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect to a mobile device or tablet in order to gain a live view image, adjust camera settings, and wirelessly transfer stills and video for instant sharing online.
Spherical imagery can be uploaded to the Theta 360 website and shared to Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr or posted to Google Maps, Google+, and YouTube. The Theta S employs the Google-supported Open Spherical Camera API for full compatibility with Google services, including the ability to publish your photo spheres on the Google Street View app for others to explore.
A 1/4"-20 tripod mount is incorporated into the bottom of the camera body for increased stability.
Integrated lithium-ion battery offers approximately 260 shots per charge, and it can be charged via the included USB cable.
Internal 8GB memory can store approximately 1600 full-resolution stills or up to approximately 65 minutes of 1080p video.

Ricoh Theta SSpecs

Sensor Resolution
Effective: 12 Megapixel
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.7 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.1 x 4 x 2.8"

Ricoh Theta S Reviews

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question

how to stitch the video is there any software?
Asked by: Sanjeev B.
Yes, you have to download the official application of the camera.The applications are named: THETA S, THETA + Video and THETA +.With these 3 apps you have covered all the needs to operate the camera.
Answered by: Lucas P.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can i shoot residential house and create a virtual tour ?
Asked by: Sanjeev B.
You can just a bit hard in editing
Answered by: WILSON T.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can i shoot residential house and create a virtual tour ?
Asked by: Sanjeev B.
Yes!
Answered by: Marco V.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can the Ricoh USB cable, supplied with the Ricoh Theta S, be extended with a standard USB extension cable to reach the Ricoh CA-3 remote shutter switch? I would like to hold the Theta S high overhead for some photos.
Asked by: William j.
The supplied USB has a trickle charge according to Ricoh customer support. I had problems using other USB cables and adding an extension might be problematic for you. Best advice to contact Ricoh customer support and my experience was good with them. Using a selfie stick might help, too. Good luck!
Answered by: Brett N.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Tripod that will also allow USB and HDMI to plug in? There's not much room there.
Asked by: Dennis
Search this site for matthews microgrip rod - any of them (including the 4 ) will give you the room to add cabling to this while on a tripod/other mount.
Answered by: Joseph W.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

How long does the battery last wile recording? Can I get a 5-6 hour video on a single charge?
Asked by: Avi
Impossible
Answered by: Michael S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Return policy
Asked by: Anonymous
Please find the full details of our return policy at the following link: http://bhpho.to/19fUBwL
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can I upload pictures to google street view?
Asked by: Avi
Yes, by using the street view app.
Answered by: Michael S.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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