Ricoh THETA V 360 4K Spherical VR Camera

Ricoh Theta V Overview

Building on the success of previous THETA models, the Ricoh THETA V is designed to provide you with an immersive 360° video and audio experience in a small form factor. Record with the camera pointing in one direction, and in the end, see and hear from all directions.

The THETA V features two 12MP sensors and a twin-lens optical system that captures two wide-angle images and automatically stitches them into one complete spherical image. It allows you to capture comprehensive 360° 4K videos and 12MP photos, as well as live stream 360° footage in 4K. Additionally, a built-in 4-channel microphone captures high-quality audio from four directions and with seamless transitions between the channels. Moreover, an optional designated 3D microphone (TA-1) is supported that allows you to add 3D 360° spatial audio to your 360° video content.

The THETA V records to approximately 19GB of internal memory. Once you’ve recorded your video, simply pull up the included THETA iOS/Android app on your smartphone or tablet, and with the swipe of your finger rotate the 360° image in any direction to see it from different angles. See what you missed while you were there. The THETA app also lets you preview your shots before you shoot, live stream to platforms such as YouTube Live, and perform a variety of other functions.

The THETA V is designed to provide the combined 360° image with minimal stitching artifacts so that your images look more professional. The camera is very compact and can be kept in pretty much any pocket. An optional waterproof housing (TW-1) is also available that will let you take your THETA V up to 100 ft underwater, opening up another world of 360 possibilities.

Key Features

• Capture 360° 4K videos and 12MP photos, and live stream 360° 4K footage
• Built-in 4-channel microphone with high-quality and seamless transition recording
• 19GB of internal memory
• Includes THETA app for iOS/Android
• Designed to combine dual images with minimal stitching artifacts
• Optional 3D 360° spatial microphone and underwater housing supported

Video Resolution

• 3840 x 1920 at 29.97 fps / 56 Mbps in H.264
• 1920 x 960 at 29.97 fps / 16 Mbps in H.264

Photo Resolution

• 5376 x 2688 (12MP)

Live Streaming Resolution

• 3840 x 1920 at 29.97 fps / 120 Mbps in H.264
• 1920 x 960 at 29.97 fps / 42 Mbps in H.264

Twin-Lens Folded Optical System

• Two wide-angle lenses, each with 7 elements in 6 groups
• f/2.0 aperture

Recording Capacity

• Approximately 4800 photos
• Total Video Recording Time: 40 minutes in 4K, 130 minutes in 2K

Battery Life

• Approximately 300 photos
• 80 minutes of video

Capture Modes

• Photo: Auto, Shutter Priority, ISO Priority, Manual
• Video: Auto
• Live Streaming: Auto

Exposure Control Modes

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

Wireless LAN Transfer Speeds

• 2.4 GHz (20 Mbps)
• 5 GHz (50 Mbps)