• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 12,800

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Differences

Ricoh Theta V advantages over Fujifilm X-H1

  • Less expensive
    $439* vs $1000
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Longer video battery life
    80 vs 35 minutes
    Capture more video
  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 85 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    121g vs 673g
    Lighter weight

Fujifilm X-H1 advantages over Ricoh Theta V

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • 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.
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • 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
    24.3 vs 14.5 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • 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

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A3000

Ricoh Theta V
Sony A3000
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $598
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-H1
Sony A3000
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $598
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Internal flash

Compared to Sigma sd Quattro

Ricoh Theta V
Sigma sd Quattro
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-H1
Sigma sd Quattro
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Sigma sd Quattro H

Ricoh Theta V
Sigma sd Quattro H
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1199
  • APS-H
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-H1
Sigma sd Quattro H
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1199
  • APS-H
  • Larger sensor
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Fujifilm X-T3

Ricoh Theta V
Fujifilm X-T3
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer video battery life
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-H1
Fujifilm X-T3
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Thinner

Compared to Nikon Z50

Ricoh Theta V
Nikon Z50
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $807
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-H1
Nikon Z50
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $807
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Internal flash
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