• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.6 megapixels
  • ISO 50 - 100,000

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Differences

Ricoh Theta V advantages over Leica SL2-S

  • Less expensive
    $430 vs $4895 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 83 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    121g vs 931g
    Lighter weight
  • Faster shutter
    1/25000 vs 1/16000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Leica SL2-S 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
    35mm 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
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • 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
  • Newer
    4 years vs 7 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • 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
    24.6 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
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Longer exposure
    500 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
  • 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
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • 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

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A7 III

Ricoh Theta V
Sony A7 III
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $1898
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Leica SL2-S
Sony A7 III
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $1898
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • NFC

Compared to Canon R6

Ricoh Theta V
Canon R6
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Rear display
Leica SL2-S
Canon R6
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

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
Leica SL2-S
Nikon Z6 II
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Canon R3

Ricoh Theta V
Canon R3
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $5999
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Rear display
Leica SL2-S
Canon R3
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $5999
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Canon R6 Mark II

Ricoh Theta V
Canon R6 Mark II
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $2215
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Rear display
Leica SL2-S
Canon R6 Mark II
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display
  • $2215
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect
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