Ricoh’s innovative new Theta Z1 51GB is more than a step-up for 360-degree creators—it’s leaps and bounds beyond its predecessors, starting first with that whopping 51GB storage capacity. This handy 360-camera boasts a stellar 23MP resolution. This means still images are crystal clear, as is video, which is recorded at up to 4K at 30fps. The Ricoh Theta Z1 captures JPEG and RAW images, which means full-range editing capabilities. Add a 0.93-inch organic EL monitor for easy maneuvering, and this compact 360-camera won’t leave your kit!
The Ricoh Theta Z1 51GB is available for preorder today, which means everyone from panorama and street-view to real-estate, tourism, and event photographers will soon have the power to elevate their content.
The Ricoh Theta brings a new wave of power and practicality to the 360-degree-camera world. It packs a 51GB internal storage capacity, which is a major bump from the previous model’s 19GB storage. Plus, it features 23MP resolution and 4K video capabilities into a compact and portable body. Pair that with the camera’s ability to photograph in RAW (Adobe DNG files) as well as its three-axis rotational stabilization for video, and it’s obvious the Ricoh Theta Z1 is bound to be a game-changer.
The Theta Z1’s many highlights include:
- 51GB internal storage capacity
- 23MP resolution for 360-degree still images
- 4K video at 30fps
- 0.93-inch organic OLED monitor
- Support for RAW (Adobe DNG) files
- High shutter capability, up to 1/25000 seconds
- Dual communication using Bluetooth and wireless LAN
- Object distance of approximately 40cm to infinity
- Shooting modes include aperture priority, shutter priority, ISO priority, and manual, with live-streaming on auto
- ISO range in manual is 80-6400
- THETA+ application can be used for editing stills and exporting image data files for printing
Impressive image quality at 23MP resolution
The Theta Z1’s 1.0-inch back-illuminated CMOS image sensor is among the largest sensors out there for 360 cameras. And, this sensor enables the whopping 23MP resolution, with the highest still-image ISO level of ISO 6400. Plus, the Theta Z1’s supports both JPEG and RAW files. Photographers will have more flexibility than ever when it comes to editing and stitching their images.
High-quality video with 4K at 30fps
This camera’s 4K video capabilities are only the start of its many filmmaking features. The camera’s three-axis rotational stabilization ensures smooth and stunning footage—especially important for 360-shots. Plus, with a built-in four-channel microphone that captures spatial audio, this camera is brimming with video potential.
Internal storage galore
Perhaps the greatest highlight of the new Ricoh Theta Z1 is its massive 51GB of internal storage. So what does that capacity actually look like? With 51GB, photographers can capture up to 6,350 JPEG images (the equivalent of 900 RAW+ images). Videographers can record up to around 110 minutes at 4K resolution. With this model’s jump from 19GB to 51GB, it’s obvious the 360-degree creative world will never be the same!
The Ricoh Theta Z1 51GB is available today at Adorama.
