Ricoh THETA Z1 51GB 360 Camera

Ricoh's premier THETA Z1 51GB 360° Camera delivers exceptional 360° imaging capabilities within a compact and user-friendly design, now enhanced with an increased internal flash drive capacity of 51GB. Equipped with dual 1"-type back-illuminated CMOS sensors and an upgraded processing algorithm, the THETA Z1 produces remarkably lifelike spherical images, featuring enhanced noise reduction and superior performance in low-light conditions. The THETA Z1 51GB is capable of recording or live streaming video in up to 4K resolution, as well as capturing 23MP images in both raw and JPEG formats.

The THETA Z1 is equipped with dual 23MP sensors and twin lenses that capture two wide-angle images, which are then seamlessly stitched together to form a single comprehensive image. The device features automatic dynamic range compensation, which minimizes overexposed highlights while enhancing detail in darker areas. Its lens system allows users to select from f/2.1, f/3.5, and f/5.6 apertures, thereby improving depth of field and overall resolution. Additionally, the optical system is designed to reduce ghosting, fringing, and lens flares, ensuring more precise image reproduction.

Improvements in video capture include 3-axis image stabilization, which provides smoother footage, and built-in microphones that capture audio from four distinct directions for a more immersive sound experience. Users can take advantage of raw photo editing through Ricoh's THETA Stitcher in conjunction with Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC. The device supports live streaming to various social media platforms or the dedicated Theta 360 website, allows for the uploading of still images to Google Maps, and offers the Remote Playback plug-in along with a separate wireless receiver for displaying content on larger screens. Additional functionalities, such as USB data transfer, are accessible through optional Ricoh or third-party plug-ins.

The THETA Z1 boasts 51GB of internal memory, enabling the capture of up to 900 raw photos and 6,350 JPEG images, as well as recording video clips of up to 5 minutes in 4K resolution and 25 minutes in 2K resolution, with total storage capacities of 110 minutes and 360 minutes, respectively. Constructed from a durable magnesium alloy with a textured finish, the THETA Z1 also features a 0.93" OLED status display panel accompanied by a function control button.

Key Features

• Record or live stream 360° 4K or 2K video
  
  
• 51GB of internal memory
  
  
• Capture 23MP photos in raw or JPEG, or both simultaneously
  
  
• Built-in 4-channel microphone with high-quality and seamless transition recording
  
  
• 0.93" OLED status display with a function button
  
  
• Edit with THETA+ app for iOS/Android or with Lightroom Classic CC and THETA plug-in
  
  
• Combines dual images with 4-mic spatial audio capture for realistic VR
  
  

Twin-Lens Optical System

• Two wide-angle lenses with 14 elements in 10 groups
  
  
• Selectable f/2.1, f/3.5, and f/5.6 aperture settings for increased depth of field
  
  

Recording Maximums

• Still photos: Approximately 900 photos in raw, 6350 in JPEG
  
  
• Each video: Approximately 5 minutes in 4K, 25 minutes in 2K
  
  
• Total video: Approximately 110 minutes in 4K, 360 minutes in 2K
  
  

Battery Life

• Still photos: Approximately 300 photos
  
  
• Video: Approximately 60 minutes
  
  

Capture Modes

• Video/photo: Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, ISO Priority, Manual
  
  
• Live streaming: Auto
  
  

Exposure Control Modes

• Program AE
  
  
• Aperture Priority AE
  
  
• Shutter Speed Priority AE
  
  
• ISO Priority AE
  
  
• Manual Exposure