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Ricoh Theta S Digital Camera (Black)
Brand | RICOH |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Flash Memory Type | Internal |
Color | Black |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Screen Size | 1 Inches |
Optical Zoom | 1 x |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Model Name | Ricoh Theta S |
Included Components | USB Cable |
About this item
- 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
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Picture quality | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.3 |
Battery life | 4.1 | 3.2 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 3.9 | — |
Easy to use | — | 4.8 | 4.3 | — | 4.2 | — |
Value for money | — | 2.6 | 4.5 | — | — | 2.7 |
Sold By | Camerastore | Amazon.com | Insta360 Official Store | Insta360 Official Store | Insta360 Official Store | Amazon.com |
model name | Ricoh Theta S | RICOH THETA Z1 51GB | ONE RS | insta360 | insta360 | RICOH THETA SC2 |
display size | 1 inches | 1 inches | 2.3 inches | — | 2.29 inches | 0.5 inches |
optical zoom | 1 multiplier x | — | 5 multiplier x | 1 multiplier x | — | 1 multiplier x |
video resolution | 1080p | 4K | 4K Boost Lens: 6016x2560@25/24fps (under 6K Widescreen Mode) 4000x3000@24/25/30fps, 3840x2160@24/25/30/50/60fps, 2720x1530@24/25/30/60/100fps, 1920x1080@24/25/30/60/120/200fps", 360 Lens: 5760x2880@30/25/24fps, 3840x1920@50/30fps, 3008x1504@100fps | 5.7K | 360 Video: 5.7K: 5760x2880@30/25/24fps; 4K: 3840x1920@60/30fps, Single-Lens Mode: 4K: 3840x2160@30/25/24fps; 3.6K: 3584x2016@60/50/30/25/24fps; 2.7K: 2720x1530@60/50/30/25/24fps; 1080p: 1920x1088@60/50/30/25/24fps | 4K, 1080p |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | USB |
shooting modes | — | — | Standard, HDR, Interval, Night Shot, Starlapse, Burst, PureShot | Photo Mode: Standard 360 photos, timed 360 photos, HDR 360 photos, interval 360 photos, RAW 360 photos; Video modes: Standard 360 video, time-lapse mode, bullet time, log 360 video, HDR video | Photo: Standard, HDR, Burst, Interval, Starlapse; Video: Standard, Active HDR, Timelapse, TimeShift, Bullet Time, Loop Recording | Manual |
lens type | Zoom | Prime | Wideangle (Fisheye 360 lens) | Fisheye | Fisheye | Fisheye |
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. |
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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 |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #161,243 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,017 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 28, 2015 |
Manufacturer | Ricoh Cameras USA |
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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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Customers like the quality, picture quality, and ease of use of the digital camera. For example, they mention it's a quality product, takes good photos, and the software is user friendly. They appreciate portability, and playability. That said, opinions are mixed on video quality, value, and portability.
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Customers like the quality of the digital camera. They say it's a great product that works well and produces high-quality images. They also appreciate the good build quality and the excellent panoramic stitching capability. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...I'm glad to have seen it developed so well. It's really a refined design, excellent quality photos and videos, and a very simple shooting experience...." Read more
"...It has a nice weight and solid build quality that makes it not feel like it is going to fall apart at a moments notice...." Read more
"...The pictures are amazing and really good quality. To take pictures is simple. You click and voila the picture is stitched in the camera itself...." Read more
"Summary: The camera itself is great. The IOS app stinks.The Good:1. Photo quality is excellent.2...." Read more
Customers like the picture quality of the camera. For example, they mention the resolution is substantially better, and the photos look great. Some say that the picture feature works well, and produces full 1080p HD video. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality of pictures produced by the camera, and recommend it to others.
"...The stills are nearly perfect, but it's clear 1080p is not quite enough for VR, but 4k would likely look marvelous...." Read more
"...Why?1. Full 1080p HD video and pictures at 14MP.2. Less stitched up looking videos as experienced with the m15.3...." Read more
"...The IOS app stinks.The Good:1. Photo quality is excellent.2. The camera is compact and very simple to use.3...." Read more
"...The HDR capability for stills does a pretty decent job on indoor shots of rooms with brightly lit windows as well as saving the sky on bright sunny..." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the digital camera. They mention that the controls are extremely easy to use, and the software is very user friendly. They also appreciate the convenient functionalities and the fact that it connects to WiFi easily.
"...Connecting to WiFi is simple, though it never connects to your home WiFi – instead it hosts its own network that you connect to when you want to..." Read more
"...Overall, I love this device. It's super easy to use, and you can share photos to Facebook and they play back in 360...." Read more
"...The pictures are amazing and really good quality. To take pictures is simple. You click and voila the picture is stitched in the camera itself...." Read more
"...1. Photo quality is excellent.2. The camera is compact and very simple to use.3...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the camera. They say it's slim and easy to slide into their pocket. They also say it fits well even in jeans pockets and is not bulky. Overall, customers say it’s a great camera in a compact package for a good price.
"...(it easily fits in a pocket)...." Read more
"...The Good:1. Photo quality is excellent.2. The camera is compact and very simple to use.3...." Read more
"...+ The compact form factor is amazing. It fits well even in jeans pockets..." Read more
"...a great introduction to the world of VR, and is able to fit in such a small form factor that is extremely portable...." Read more
Customers like the playability of the digital camera. They mention it's fun for running around, easy to use, and has auto stitches in the camera. Some say that the camera is fun at family and friend dinners and makes for an engaging experience. However, some customers report issues with the camera's playability and durability.
"...video camera but the 360 nature of these videos makes for an engaging experience...." Read more
"...That all said, the plus side is that once you get it working, it's a fun, albeit an expensive, toy...." Read more
"The camera itself is a lot of fun. Photo quality is great, and you can create some really fun shots even from a quick set-up...." Read more
"This is a very fun toy...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the video quality of the camera. Some mention that it allows for custom viewing, presents them in 360 mode, and gives a 360 experience. However, others say that the video is not as good as still pictures, is counterintuitive, and is disappointing with the video recording aspect of the product.
"...I've also realized what the HDMI is for now – it's not for playback of recorded video, but only for live streaming video...." Read more
"...it into Youtube truly skews the image quality so the videos do not truly feel like HD...." Read more
"...super easy to use, and you can share photos to Facebook and they play back in 360...." Read more
"...As many others have pointed out, the video quality is not as high as one might expect for being advertised as HD...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the digital camera. Some mention it's great for the cost, a pretty good investment, and well worth it; while others say it're a little pricey but worth it for what it can do in a small package. The software interface app on it is laughably paltry, and the manual that comes with it is really sucks. It's not meant for everyday use and general photography, but it has its place.
"...360x360 panos for almost 18 years and this product is absolutely amazing for the price...." Read more
"...Bottom Line: This is a great gadget for the value. I am really looking forward to future developments in this direction of technology...." Read more
"...Although it is cheaper than some, it is still too expensive of a camera to not handle sure-handedly...." Read more
"...I still think it is worth the purchase price and see this as the best price-point for people who want to get into spherical video without breaking..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the digital camera. They mention that the app doesn't recognize the WiFi connection, it never connects to their home WiFi, and the app cannot connect to the camera. Some say that the camera simply didn't connect to WiFi and that the IOS app is a true mess.
"...Connecting to WiFi is simple, though it never connects to your home WiFi – instead it hosts its own network that you connect to when you want to..." Read more
"...(they could not look directly up or down at all), and the setup was fragile and bulky...." Read more
"...The Bad:1. The IOS app is a true mess. It won't connect with my iPhone 6SPlus no matter what I do.2...." Read more
"...And Ricoh's software that does this is clunky and error-prone IF it works at all...." Read more
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Sharing photos is very simple, sharing videos I've not yet figured out (Updated, figured it out!). Connecting to WiFi is simple, though it never connects to your home WiFi – instead it hosts its own network that you connect to when you want to download photos and videos (which works well when you're out and about). Photos download pretty fast, videos can take some time. You can also download both via USB, though surprisingly not via their (OS X, at least) app. You need to first download using any other photo app (Photos recognized it and popped open automatically on my Mac), then copy them to a folder, then copy the contents of that folder into the app to see them. Seems very convoluted for something that should be simple. Also, you cannot import videos to this app. Very strange, so I have yet to find a way to view videos except for on the app, having downloaded via WiFi from the camera.
Maybe my only complaint is that I cannot turn off the sounds on the camera, so you can't be too stealthy with it. The sound is fun, but a bit cartoony (like a laser gun shooting off), so it'd be nice to be able to silence it if desired. Also, the live streaming isn't so useful because it just shows two hemispheres on a screen, which is hard to wrap your head around.
Be sure to download the "Theta S" app and NOT the "Theta" app, as the latter will not work.
Overall, very happy to own this thing. It's a head turner, people love it, and I really enjoy knowing I've grabbed the whole scene and left nothing out. A few rough edges to iron out software-wise, though nothing so bad as to depreciate its awesomeness. If you have the cash, and are interested, get this great toy!
UPDATE 1: Figured out video, and some thoughts...
YouTube : Figured it out!! Okay two things, firstly let it be noted that the raw video format is .MP4, though if you import into OS X Photos, then export, it's M4V, which will mess you up. To get the raw .MP4 from the camera, use the "Image Capture" app on OS X. Then, this video can be dropped into the Theta app on your Mac, which will convert the video to standard 360º format which can be shared via their app, or automatically detected by YouTube. Sweet. Using their app, though, you can only upload 5 Mb worth of video, which is ~11s long (YouTube has no limit, though give it a few minutes after it's live before it's detected as 360). A trade-off, it appears the quality of the video on theta360 ends up being much more crisp, see for yourself :
Example using theta360 : https://theta360.com/m/j9kGfEUCFatdUePld3w7qhRrs
Example using YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6fAPTSkGqI
Live Streaming Mode : This is NOT live streaming to the internet via their app or local wifi, but instead it's live streaming via HDMI or USB. HDMI streams to a TV, USB streams to an app like VLC which knows how to receive a Live Stream from an attached device. From an app like this, you could then stream to the internet via your computer. I've also realized what the HDMI is for now – it's not for playback of recorded video, but only for live streaming video. The video that comes out is the same as what's exported, two hemispheres.
Live Preview : Live preview to the iOS controller is also cool, though limited. It's a lower resolution image at 10 fps. When in photo mode, you get a live video preview, and can tap the screen to take a snapshot. When in video mode, you get no live preview, and can only start/stop recording.
WiFi : I really wish this thing would connect to my home Wifi while I'm home so that I don't need to take my iPhone off of my home wifi while interacting with the camera. Seems like it'd be easy for Ricoh to implement by allowing me to enter my WiFi credentials in their app.
Update 2 : Mastered video formatting and more tips...
Video metadata is unfortunately discarded during the conversion process using the Theta app on your computer. To restore the original metadata, I've created a script that uses Exiftool. Follow these steps to have perfectly converted videos (written for OS X) :
1. Download & install exiftool from http://www.sno.phy.queensu.ca/~phil/exiftool/
2. Import a video from your Theta S using Image Capture (NOT Photos.app)
3. Drag/Drop the video into the Theta app, converting w/ default naming scheme.
4. Repeat steps 2 & 3 for as many videos as you have, the next steps do bulk processing.
5a. Download this bash script : http://pastebin.com/51VYga4c
5b. Put it somewhere on your computer (ex. ~/Desktop/moveMetadata.sh)
5c. Make the bash script executable w/ : cd ~/Desktop && chmod u+x ./moveMetadata.sh
6a. Change to the directory of your videos, for example : cd ~/Desktop/Videos
6b. Start the script! Execute : ./moveMetadata.sh
The bash script will move over the metadata and modify the new video to have the same creation date as the original video. You can now discard the original video, confidently knowing that all metadata is still in place.
Also discovered that when capturing images via the app, GPS data and vertical image correction is automatically applied to images!
APPS!
I've figured out what I believe to be the best apps for interacting with content from the camera. Here you go:
KIRORU 360 - View images from the camera roll easily, designed to be used with Google Cardboard.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/kiroru-360/id954157416
Round.me - Best place for uploading sets of spherical images. Supports Google Cardboard and has a solid web interface. Creating "spaces" is easier on the desktop than within the app. Has iOS and Android apps.
https://round.me (Example : https://round.me/tour/20157/view/49383/)
Google Street View - Automatically connects to Theta S and allows you to take geotagged pictures and quickly publish them onto Street View. Strips images of metadata, though, and too specific of a use case for casual image capture. In addition to realtime capture, you can also import previously-captured images into this app.
https://itunes.apple.com/en/app/photo-sphere-camera/id904418768
Theta S - Obligatory. Somewhat basic, but essential.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id1023254741
Developer Toys :
The Ricoh Theta S is compatible with the Open Spherical Camera API created by Google :
https://developers.google.com/streetview/open-spherical-camera/
This python implementation is an example of how to easily interact with the camera in your own application :
https://github.com/florianl/pyOSCapi
My first experience with 360 photos was an old mirror attachment (SurroundPhoto) that connected to a normal camera. You would shoot images with the camera pointing up, and software would convert the round image in to a panorama. Those images had limited up/down viewing (they could not look directly up or down at all), and the setup was fragile and bulky.
When I learned of the Giroptic 360cam Kickstarter back in 2014, I signed up. They did not even come close to making their original delivery date of November 2014 -- I received my unit in summer of 2016! During the time I was waiting, I found out about the Ricoh Theta m15 (the second model). I bought one, and thought it was great, but the image quality was not great, and it did not have good low-light capability.
When the Theta S was announced, I sold my m15 and went to order the new model. Unfortunately, it was back ordered for months (I should have checked that before selling my m15). While I was waiting, my 360cam finally arrived. The Theta has spoiled me with how fast it was, and how convienient (it easily fits in a pocket). The 360cam was bulky and had such a large base, you could not look directly down (it would put a circular graphic at the bottom of the image). It was also painfully slow -- taking almost a minute just to turn on, and nearly as long to switch from photo to video mode. After a week of using it, I sold it and used the money to buy a Theta S.
The Theta S is everything the m15 was, but better. Better pictures in daylight, and much better pictures in low light. The controls are improved -- you can toggle between video and photo mode with a dedicated button (the earlier models required you to hold down a button while powering up). The power, WiFi and mode buttons are very simple. The only thing you need to remember is how to enable the new self-timer mode (that requires holding down WiFi while powering up).
The camera can be customized (self timer duration, etc.) using a mobile app. I have used the iOS app on my iPad and an old iPhone. The Theta can act like a WiFi base, and you connect your phone to it then run the app. You can trigger the camera via the phone, or toggle modes and adjust settings. You can also get a live preview of what the camera is seeing - very useful.
I was able to take about 350 pictures once day, and a short video (a few minutes lone) on a single batter charge. The next day, I took 100-200 more photos, and a 10+ minute video, and still have plenty of battery left. And, I never had to download to free up memory. The internal memory is more than enough for tons of photos.
I expect doing nothing but video shooting and using WiFi would fill up memory and run down batteries much faster ;-)
The only negative I have seen is an annoying red spot that appears in images taken in sunlight. From reading posts online, this is a defect of how the lenses work -- though I never noticed this with the m15. The spot is in different locations, too, so unless you use the video preview on a phone, I don't know if you can do anything to control where it will be when taking a photo in bright light.
Overall, I love this device. It's super easy to use, and you can share photos to Facebook and they play back in 360. You can also upload to the Theta website (public searchable, or unlisted to only those you give the link to can see it). There are also free plug ins for websites to let visitors view these photos. I use one of them on my Wordpress blog site.
I wish Ricoh had included a belt strap on the camera case like the m15 came with. I liked being able to carry it on my belt rather than have to carry a pouch or camera bag with me.
I will update this review with more details if my opinions change after using it for a few more months.
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写真を撮るのが一層楽しくなりました!
近日中にディズニーランドへ行くのでたくさん使いたいと思います。
中古で購入しましたが状態も良く気に入りました。大切にします。
Se carga rápidamente mediante el uso del cable USB, que también sirve para conectarla a tu computadora y pasar las fotografías o vídeo
rápidamente.
Puedes descargar de manera gratuita la aplicación de la videocámara y utilizarla como disparador remoto o para streaming en vivo.
Al usarla verá que su resolución en fotografías 360º es muy buena ya que son 14 mega pixeles trabajando. Si utiliza el vídeo 360º verá que la calidad de la imagen baja un poco pero aun así conserva una calidad aceptable.
Die Ricoh Theta S ist eine kleine leichte Vollspheren Kamera, mit der man 360 Grad Aufnahmen mit einem Knopfdruck machen kann.
Diese Aufnahme teilt man dann z.B. auf Google Foto, oder YouTube, oder über the Theta360 Website auf Facebook.
Oder man schaut sich die Aufnahmen einfach auf Handy, Tablet, oder PC, oder mit einer VR-Brille an. Spaß ist garantiert, ebenso das man Blickfang jeder Veranstaltung, bezw. Feier ist, sobald die Theta zum Einsatz kommt.
Genial wird es spätens bei z.B. Veranstaltungen, oder im Urlaub bei Landschafts-, bzw Umgebungsaufnahmen.
Hausbesichtigungen, oder Autobesichtigungen... alles wird mit einem Foto rundherum abgelichtet.
Die Theta S bietet verschiedene Belichtungsprogramme, u.a. HDR Funktion.
Der 8 GB interne Speicher ist nicht erweiterbar, fasst aber bis zu 1600 Fotos in bester Auflösung, bzw. bis zu 65 min Video.
Gerät Vorstellung, Knöpfe, Bedienung
Merkmale:
360 Grad Spheren Kamera
Masse, Gewicht: 44 mm (B), 130 mm (H), 22,9 mm (T) 125g
Theta S, Nachfolgemodell der Theta M15 und Vorgänger der kommenden Theta SC
Nur in Schwarz. (Vorgänger und Nachfolger gibt es in verschiedenen Farben.)
Oberfläche ist gummiert, liegt gut in der Hand.
Zwei Objektive mit Fischaugeneffekt, dadurch zweimal 180 Grad Aufnahmen. Festbrennweite.
Foto bis 14 MP
Video bis FullHD
8GB interner Speicher, nicht erweiterbar.
Bringt ihr eigenes WLAN mit. Fotouebertragung zum Telefon schnell, Videos dauern trotz schneller Anbindung lange, da sie direkt umgewandelt werden.
Es gibt eine App für Android, IOS und unverzichtbar wegen Updates, für Windows.
Viele Einstellmöglichkeiten bezüglich Auflösung, Belichtung, Intervalaufnahmen. (Über die APP)
Seite:
Einfache Bedienung, drei Tasten an der Seite. An (Ladestatus), WLAN Schalter und Moduswahl. Live View starten: An-Schalter + Moduswahl gleichzeitig drücken.
Für zeitgesteuerte Aufnahmen An-Schalter + WLAN-Schalter beim Einschalten gleichzeitig drücken. Nur für Fotos. Andere Funktionen sind deaktiviert.
Vorne:
Auslöser, Statusanzeigen für An, WLAN, LIVE View und Aufnahmen vorne in Blau.
Und Rot, oder Grün, je nach Anzeige und Einstellung.
Oberseite: mic und Speaker
Unterseite: USB, Stativgewinde und HDMI.
USB Kabel zum Laden, bzw. Uebertragen auf den PC liegt bei.
HDMI Anschluss, für Live View an PC, oder TV. (Während Live View ist keine Photo-Video-Aufnahme möglich.
Die Kamera liegt super in der Hand, es ist aber besser sie entweder auf einem Stativ zu verwenden und über das Handy auszulösen, oder über Zeitsteuerung.
Löst man sie über den Auslöser aus, ist der Daumen im Bild. Die Kamera selber ist nie auf dem Bild, sie blendet sich aus.
Was die Qualität der Fotos und Videos angeht darf man von so einem Gadget keine Profiaufnahmen erwarten.
Gute Fotos bekommt sie aber allemal hin.
Videos sind eher Spielerei. Die Full HD Auflösung muß auf 360 Grad verteilt werden, da bleibt eben nicht soviel übrig.
Trotzdem machen auch diese Videos noch Spaß.
Ein kleiner Wermutstropfen, wenn man die Fotos bei z.B. Google Fotos, oder die Videos bei YouTube teilt, wird von der jeweiligen Website ins Bild, respektive ins Video hineingezoomt. Vermutlich wird das gemacht, um den Fischaugeneffekt zu minimieren. Alles sieht schön gerade aus. Nachteil: die Aufnahme verliert an Qualität.
Die Kamera ist durch die beiden außenliegenden Objektive relativ empfindlich und sollte nicht unbedingt alleine hingestellt werden, bzw. gelegt werden.
Eine Schutzhülle liegt bei. Es gibt aber auch eine sehr schöne Lederhülle in Schwarz, oder Weiß, als Zubehör zu kaufen.
Ricoh TS-1 Ricoh TS-1 Ledertasche für Theta Kamera weiß
Über diese Lederhülle und ein ebenfalls erhältliches Schutz Case (TH1) werde gesondert rezensieren. Die gibt es inzwischen beide hier bei Amazon zu ordern. Als ich die Kamera erworben habe, war das anders.
Ricoh TH-1 Ricoh TH-1 Hard Case HS-1 für Theta Kamera transparent/schwarz
Als Fazit: Wir haben die Theta S seit einem halben Jahr im Einsatz und wollen sie auch nicht mehr missen. Sie ersetzt keinen guten Fotoapparat, ist aber eine tolle Ergänzung, da sie auf einfachste Weise faszinierende Aufnahmen macht, die eben einen neuen Blickwinkel bieten. Eben rundherum.
Ricoh veröffentlicht auch immer wieder Updates, d.h. das Modell wird gepflegt.
Ich würde die Kamera wieder kaufen und kann sie nur empfehlen.
Ich hoffe, ich konnte ein paar gute Informationen liefern und bedanke mich für das Lesen der Rezension.
Gruß
Filmfreak
Pas grand chose a reprocher à cet appareil, sin ce n'est les logiciels sur PC ou smartphone qui ne sont pas à la hauteur pour les vidéos.
Un vrai plaisir à utiliser.
Trabaja muy bien en interiores con luz artificial, esperaba más ruido y peor calidad. La aberración cromática es aceptable. Increíble el ahorro de tiempo respecto a la construcción de una panorámica esférica hecha con mi réflex y software de stitching.
Lo que he hecho en video me ha gustado, pero no es el uso que le voy a dar.
En condiciones lumínicas favorables, días soleados, casi imposible ponerle un pero.
100% recomendable