RICOH THETA Z1 360° Camera
RICOH THETA, experience the world in 360°The RICOH THETA Z1 supports approximately 23-megapixels resolution (6720 x 3360 pixels) 360-degree still image photo shooting as a high-end model of the RICOH THETA camera series, which can shoot spherical images in a single shot, giving consumers the opportunity to adventure, discover and capture life in 360.
Concept
360° for quality.
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Feature
Striving for ease-of-use with amazing high performance.
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Records natural 360° images using approx. 23MP(6720 x 3360, 7K) still image shooting and highly accurate image stitching. |  |
Demonstrates superior noise reduction performance even when shooting at night or indoors with low light due to the equipped 1.0-inch back illuminated CMOS image sensor. |
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Using a newly developed lens unit which reduces ghosting, flare and purple fringe. Aperture mechanism is newly adopted with the selection of F2.1, F3.5 and F5.6. By closing down the aperture, clear image is achieved by deepening the depth of field.
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Supports various shooting scenarios using a variety of shooting modes. |
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Produces incredibly realistic spherical video by 4K (3840 x 1920, 29.97fps) quality. |  |
It is possible to save in RAW (DNG) format for the first time in THETA series. (Can also save in JPEG at the same time.) |
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Supports 360° live streaming in 4K. Transmits excellent quality real-looking image to the world. |  |
Equipped with a 4-channel microphone. 4 microphones are built into the camera to independently record sound from 4 different directions when shooting video. |
Design
Enable everyone to easily enjoy 360°.
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A magnesium alloy that combines a high-grade feel with robustness is used for the camera body. |  |
While being equipped with a large image sensor, the internal construction of the camera has been optimized to produce unprecedented high performance and high quality at this size. |
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Equipped with a display panel to enable you to check information such as the battery level, number of recordable still images and the shooting mode. |
Creativity
Create your own images using editing functions.
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Enables editing of 360° images in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC. Import Stich the image with the dedicated plug-in "RICOH THETA Stitcher". |  |
Records 4K video with 360° spatial audio for a more realistic VR world. |
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Use the dedicated editing apps “THETA+” to easily put the finishing touches to an eye-catching work. |
Share
Use the dedicated apps to easily share your work from anywhere with people all over the world.
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Upload to the theta360.com, a website dedicated to sharing 360-degree images. Anyone can easily display their 360° images anywhere in the world. |  |
Convenient dedicated apps are available for both PC and smartphone. Enjoy the world more with RICOH THETA. |
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Upload 360° photos at Facebook and LINE as it is. Easily share the 360° world with friends. |  |
SPost the proccessed images and videos using “THETA+” to Instagram and Twitter. |
Advanced
Expand your THETA.
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Adopts Android™ base system for the OS. Use plug-ins to customize your own THETA. |  |
Companies and individuals all over the world can develop plug-ins, in addition to RICOH developed plug-ins. |
Specification
MODEL DESCRIPTION |
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Camera Type
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Full spherical 360° Photo and Video camera |
LENS |
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Lens Type
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180° lens / x2 |
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Aperture
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F2.1, 3.5, 5.6 |
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Construction
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14 elements in 10 groups |
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Object distance
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Approx. 40cm - ∞ (from front of lens) |
IMAGE CAPTURE UNIT |
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Image Sensor
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1.0-inch type x2 |
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Effective Pixels
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Approx. 20 megapixels / x2 |
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Total Pixels
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Approx. 23 megapixels |
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Sensitivity
(Standard output) |
Still image/video: (Auto) ISO 80 to 6400 (Can set upper limit) ISO 200 to 6400 (Manual mode) ISO 80 to 6400 *3 Live streaming: ISO 80 to 6400 |
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File format
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Still image: RAW(DNG)*2, JPEG(Exif Ver2.3) Video: MP4 (Image: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC-LC (mono) + Linear PCM (4ch spatial audio)) Live streaming: Image: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM(4ch) |
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Resolution / Still Images
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6720x3360 |
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Resolution/frame rate/bit rate / Video
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4K 3840×1920/29.97fps/56Mbps 2K 1920×960/29.97fps/16Mbps |
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Internal memory / Number of photos that can be recorded, time *2
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RICOH THETA Z1 51GB： Approx. 51GB Still image: RAW+ Approx. 900 photos, JPEG Approx. 6350 photos Video (time per recording): Max. 5 minutes/25 minutes*3*4 Video (total recording time): (4K, H.264) approx. 110 minutes (2K, H.264) approx. 360 minutes RICOH THETA Z1： Approx. 19GB Still image: RAW+ Approx. 350 photos, JPEG Approx. 2400 photos Video (time per recording): Max. 5 minutes/25 minutes*3*4 Video (total recording time): (4K, H.264) approx. 40 minutes (2K, H.264) approx. 130 minutes |
WHITE BALLANCE |
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White Balance
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Still image/Video: Auto, Outdoor, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent light 1, Incandescent light 2, Daylight color fluorescent light, Natural white fluorescent light, White fluorescent light, Light bulb color fluorescent light, Color temperature settings (2500 to 10000 K)*3 Live streaming: Auto |
EXPOSURE |
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Exposure Mode
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Program AE, Aperture priority AE, Shutter priority AE, ISO priority AE, Manual |
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EV Compensation
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Still image/Video: Manual compensation(-2.0 to +2.0 EV, 1/3 EV steps)*3 |
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Shutter-Speed
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Still image: (Auto) 1/25000 to 1/8 seconds (shutter priority mode) 1/25000 to 15 seconds *1 (Manual mode) 1/25000 to 60 seconds *1
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Live streaming:
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Shooting functions
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Still image: Noise reduction, DR compensation, HDR rendering, Handheld HDR, Interval shooting, Interval composite shooting, Multi-bracketing shooting, Self-timer (2 to 10 seconds), My Settings Video: Self-timer (2 to 10 seconds), My Settings |
DISPLAY PANEL |
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Display
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Information such as the battery level, number of recordable still images and the shooting mode. |
MICROPHONE |
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Internal
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4ch |
INTERFACES |
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USB Connection
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USB Type-C™:USB3.0 |
WIRELESS LAN |
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WLAN Standard
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IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5GHz)*5 IEEE802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz only) |
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Frequency
(Center Frequency) |
I2.4 GHz: 1 to 11ch or 1 to 13ch *6 5 GHz: W52 (36 to 48ch, channel bandwidth 20/40/80 MHz supported) *5 |
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Wireless communication protocol
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HTTP (Open Spherical Camera API v2 compatible) |
BLUETOOTH |
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Transfer Protocol
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Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy) GATT(Generic Attribute Profile) |
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT |
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Usage temperature range
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-10°C～40°C (14°F～104°F) |
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Usage humidity range
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90% or less (no condensation) |
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Storage temperature range
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-20°C - 60°C |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT |
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Dimensions
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Approx. 48mm (W) × 132.5mm (H) × 29.7mm (24mm*9) (D) |
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Weight
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182 g |
POWER SUPPLY |
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Battery Type
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Lithium ion battery (built-in) *7 |
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Battery life
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Still image: Approx. 300 photos *8 Video: Approx. 60 minutes *8 |
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS |
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iOS
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iOS 15.x-16.x、iPhone 6s or later |
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Android
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Android OS 10.x or later |
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Mac
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macOS 11 or later Safari，Google Chrome™，Mozilla Firefox® |
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Windows
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Windows® 10，Windows® 11 Google Chrome™，Mozilla Firefox® |
OTHERS |
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Accessories
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USB cable Soft case |
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Optional Accessories
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Remote release CA-3 Tripod/stand (includes tripod mount hole) |
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Art. No.
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910774 (19GB) 910820 (51GB) 91082001(51GB Business pack) |
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Release date
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RICOH THETA Z1 51GB：5/2021 RICOH THETA Z1：5/2019 |
Addendums
*1 The number of photos and time are guides only. The actual number differs according to the photography conditions.
*2 Only possible for simultaneous recording of RAW and JPEG.
*3 A smartphone is required to change modes or configure manual settings.
*4 Automatic shut down if the internal temperature increases.
*5 RICOH THETA Z1 OTHER COUNTORIES(L85612/EDP CODE: 910776 /RIM CODE: S0910776/JAN CODE: 4961311935442/UPC CODE: 026649107771) does not support 5GHz
*6 RICOH THETA Z1 US (L85614/EDP CODE: 910778 /RIM CODE: S0910778/JAN CODE: 4961311935466/UPC CODE: 026649107788) RICOH THETA Z1 TWN (L85613/EDP CODE: 910777 /RIM CODE: S0910777/JAN CODE: 4961311935459/UPC CODE: 026649107771) supports 1 to 11ch.
*7 Charge the battery by connecting it to a PC using the supplied USB cable.
*8 The number of photos that can be taken is a guide based on RICOH's measurement method. This will differ depending on the usage conditions.
*9 Excluding lens section.
■Specifications and the design may change without prior notice.
■Specifications are current as of February 2019.
COPYRIGHT
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* Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Product specifications
RICOH THETA Z1 51GB / RICOH THETA Z1
910774 (19GB), 910820 (51GB),91082001(51GB Business pack)
Release date
RICOH THETA Z1 51GB：5/2021
RICOH THETA Z1：5/2019
Exterior/external dimensions
48mm (W) × 132.5mm (H) × 29.7mm (24mm*9) (D)
Weight
Approx. 182 g
Still image resolution
6720x3360
Video resolution/frame rate/bit rate
4K 3840×1920/29.97fps/56Mbps
2K 1920×960/29.97fps/16Mbps
Live streaming resolution/frame rate (USB)
4K，H264: 3840×1920/29.97fps/120Mbps
2K，H264: 1920×960/29.97fps/42Mbps
Microphone
4ch
Internal memory/Number of photos that can be recorded, time *2
RICOH THETA Z1 51GB：
Approx. 51GB
Still image: RAW+ Approx. 900 photos, JPEG Approx. 6350 photos
Video (time per recording): Max. 5 minutes/25 minutes*3*4
Video (total recording time): (4K, H.264) approx. 110 minutes
(2K, H.264) approx. 360 minutes
RICOH THETA Z1：
Approx. 19GB
Still image: RAW+ Approx. 350 photos, JPEG Approx. 2400 photos
Video (time per recording): Max. 5 minutes/25 minutes*3*4
Video (total recording time): (4K, H.264) approx. 40 minutes
(2K, H.264) approx. 130 minutes
Compatible accessories
Tripod/stand (includes tripod mount hole)
Bundled items
Soft case and USB cable
Object distance
Approx. 40cm - ∞ (from front of lens)
Shooting mode
Still image/video: Auto, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, ISO priority, Manual*3
Live streaming: Auto
Exposure control mode
Program AE, Aperture priority AE, Shutter priority AE, ISO priority AE, Manual
Exposure compensation
Still image/Video: Manual compensation(-2.0 to +2.0 EV, 1/3 EV steps)*3
ISO sensitivity (standard output sensitivity)
Still image/video: (Auto) ISO 80 to 6400
(Can set upper limit) ISO 200 to 6400
(Manual mode) ISO 80 to 6400 *3
Live streaming: ISO 80 to 6400
White balance mode
Still image/Video: Auto, Outdoor, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent light 1, Incandescent light 2, Daylight color fluorescent light, Natural white fluorescent light, White fluorescent light, Light bulb color fluorescent light, Color temperature settings (2500 to 10000 K)*3
Live streaming: Auto
Shutter speed
Still image: (Auto) 1/25000 to 1/8 seconds,
(shutter priority mode) 1/25000 to 15 seconds *1
(Manual mode) 1/25000 to 60 seconds *1
Video: (Auto) 1/25000 to 1/30 seconds
(Shutter priority, Manual) 1/25000 to 1/30 seconds*3
Live streaming: (Auto) 1/25000 to 1/30 seconds
Shooting functions
Still image: Noise reduction, DR compensation, HDR rendering, Handheld HDR, Interval shooting, Interval composite shooting, Multi-bracketing shooting, Self-timer (2 to 10 seconds), My Settings
Video: Self-timer (2 to 10 seconds), My Settings
Power source
Lithium ion battery (built-in) *7
Battery life
Still image: Approx. 300 photos *8
Video: Approx. 60 minutes *8
Recording file format
Still image: RAW(DNG)*2, JPEG(Exif Ver2.3)
Video: MP4 (Image: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC-LC (mono) + Linear PCM (4ch spatial audio))
Live streaming: Image: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM(4ch)
External interface
USB Type-C:USB3.0
Remote release
CA-3-compatible
Lens configuration
14 elements in 10 groups
Lens_F value
F2.1, 3.5, 5.6
Image sensor_size
1.0-inch type (x2)
Effective pixels
Approx. 20 megapixels (x2)
Output pixels
approx. 23 megapixels
Wireless compliance standard
IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5GHz)*5
IEEE802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz only)
Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless supported channels
2.4 GHz: 1 to 11ch or 1 to 13ch *6
5 GHz: W52 (36 to 48ch, channel bandwidth 20/40/80 MHz supported) *5
Wireless communication protocol (WLAN)
HTTP (Open Spherical Camera API v2 compatible)
Wireless communication protocol (Bluetooth)
GATT(Generic Attribute Profile)
Usage temperature range
0°C - 40°C
Usage humidity range
90% or less
Storage temperature range
-20°C - 60°C
Addendums
*1 The number of photos and time are guides only. The actual number differs according to the photography conditions.
*2 Only possible for simultaneous recording of RAW and JPEG.
*3 A smartphone is required to change modes or configure manual settings.
*4 Automatic shut down if the internal temperature increases.
*5 RICOH THETA Z1 OTHER COUNTORIES(L85612/EDP CODE: 910776 /RIM CODE: S0910776/JAN CODE: 4961311935442/UPC CODE: 026649107771) does not support 5GHz
*6 RICOH THETA Z1 US (L85614/EDP CODE: 910778 /RIM CODE: S0910778/JAN CODE: 4961311935466/UPC CODE: 026649107788) RICOH THETA Z1 TWN (L85613/EDP CODE: 910777 /RIM CODE: S0910777/JAN CODE: 4961311935459/UPC CODE: 026649107771) supports 1 to 11ch.
*7 Charge the battery by connecting it to a PC using the supplied USB cable.
*8 The number of photos that can be taken is a guide based on RICOH's measurement method. This will differ depending on the usage conditions.
*9 Excluding lens section.
■Specifications and the design may change without prior notice.
■Specifications are current as of February 2019.
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