• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)
  • 35mm 861.6mm2
  • 26.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 40,000

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Differences

Ricoh Theta V advantages over Canon EOS RP

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 300 vs 250 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 70 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    121g vs 485g
    Lighter weight
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/25000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Canon EOS RP advantages over Ricoh Theta V

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    26.2 vs 14.5 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Very good image quality; Good high ISO performance; Fast Dual Pixel CMOS AF autofocus system; Eye AF with tracking & video support; 4K video; Good build quality; Excellent value.

  • No IBIS; Sub-par dynamic range; Burst shooting tops out at 5fps; Poor battery life; Limited video features.

The Competition

Compared to Sony A9

Ricoh Theta V
Sony A9
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $2995
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Canon EOS RP
Sony A9
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $2995
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Sony A7R III

Ricoh Theta V
Sony A7R III
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $2204
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Canon EOS RP
Sony A7R III
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $2204
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Nikon Z5

Ricoh Theta V
Nikon Z5
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Canon EOS RP
Nikon Z5
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Lighter weight
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compared to Sony A7C

Ricoh Theta V
Sony A7C
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $1648
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Rear display
Canon EOS RP
Sony A7C
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Wider angle kit lens
  • $1648
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Ricoh Theta V
Nikon Z6 II
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Canon EOS RP
Nikon Z6 II
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
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