• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)
  • 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.4 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Ricoh Theta V advantages over Olympus E-M1X

  • Less expensive
    $439 vs $1699
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 75 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    121g vs 997g
    Lighter weight

Olympus E-M1X 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
    4/3 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
  • 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
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 870 vs 300 shots
    Capture more photos
  • 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
    20.4 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
  • 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

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • 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

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Terrific overall image quality for a 20MP 4/3" sensor; Very good high ISO performance this sensor size; Very impressive & improved AF performance; Extremely fast, responsive overall performance; New Intelligent Subject Detection AF feature works well; More video features; Outstanding IBIS.

  • Image quality not improved from (updated) E-M1 II; Faces tough competition with image quality at this price point, especially at higher ISOs; EVF feels somewhat outdated; Expensive for a Micro Four Thirds camera.

The Competition

Compared to Panasonic GH5

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic GH5
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Olympus E-M1X
Panasonic GH5
  • $2245
  • 4/3
  • High resolution composite
  • Built-in GPS
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compared to Panasonic G9

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic G9
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Olympus E-M1X
Panasonic G9
  • $2245
  • 4/3
  • Built-in GPS
  • Longer video battery life
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Top deck display

Compared to Panasonic GH5S

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic GH5S
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1799
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Olympus E-M1X
Panasonic GH5S
  • $2245
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • High resolution composite
  • $1799
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Panasonic G95

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic G95
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Olympus E-M1X
Panasonic G95
  • $2245
  • 4/3
  • High resolution composite
  • Built-in GPS
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Panasonic GH6

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic GH6
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Longer video battery life
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Olympus E-M1X
Panasonic GH6
  • $2245
  • 4/3
  • Built-in GPS
  • Longer video battery life
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Newer
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