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Since 1936, Tokyo-based Ricoh has revolutionized the imaging and photography industry by taking cameras to entirely new heights, modes and places through expert technological innovations. Currently, the company’s RICOH THETA line of 360-degree cameras is highly admired by everyday consumers and business buyers.
Launched in March this year, the RICOH THETA X is further proof of the company’s longstanding relationship with enhanced photographic endeavors. It is most perfectly reflected in the myriad of features that the new product offers.
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The RICOH THETA X is a compact 360-degree camera that uses a redesigned CMOS image sensor in combination with a new processor and lens to capture images in approximately 60 MP and video in up to 5.7K at 30 FPS. The user can quickly create a 360-degree view just by pressing a button that is attached with itself in the center of the body once. Hosting both live streaming and built-in GPS capabilities, the camera allows users to capture their surroundings in as much detail as possible through camera technology.
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THETA X for Google Street View
You can get the impression that you are visiting any city in the world by using Google Maps Street View as it allows you to see the surroundings in 360 degrees. Most of the 360-degree photos found on Street View were taken by Google cars and photographers approved to take photos for Google Street View.
You’d probably agree that tools are important when shooting panoramic photos or movies, especially if you’re a fan of 360-degree photos and Google Street View.
Over time, we’ve witnessed several advancements, ranging from beta testing to the most recent developments, which have given us some great photos on Google Maps. With AR Core, the movies shot on our phones can now be contributed to Google Maps. This development took place sometime in the past.
The RICOH THETA X has a GPS sensor in the camera body. Without connecting applications or external GPS devices, the RICOH THETA X can record a 360-degree video in 8K quality at 2 and 10 frames per second, including the GPS data. The method of uploading the 360-degree video to Street View is quick and easy with Street View Studio. This allows the blue line to be created.
Note, however, that Google has confirmed that the Street View app will be discontinued as of March 31, 2023. The company recommends that users switch to Google Maps or Street View Studio as an alternative.
Since we need a 360-degree camera with GPS function to use Street View Studio, other 360-degree cameras besides THETA X require a remote control that also has a GPS function, as they do not have a GPS function integrated into the camera yourself.
Easier client mode setting
‘Client Mode’, which connects THETA to a wireless LAN router, can now be easily enabled using only THETA X. Previously, this was only possible with THETA V and THETA Z1.
In Client mode, THETA X can connect to the Internet through a wireless LAN router. This allows users to directly install plugins and update the firmware on THETA X itself.
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Message from RICOH THETA. – Spherical image – RICOH THETA
Ricoh’s latest 360-degree camera is used in a wide variety of business environments. The most prominent among them are real estate, construction, engineering, and architecture. In addition, it can also be used for virtual tours, VR, CG, security and more.
Timeshift shooting is one of the most interesting new features of the RICOH THETA X. The new mode allows the camera to shoot without the photographer in the frame, resulting in much more beautiful and panoramic shots.
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The RICOH THETA X also has a continuous shooting mode that allows it to continuously capture 20 still images per second in 5.5K. The 5.5K image size is primarily used for capturing smoother images, while the 11K option is for high-resolution indoor photography.
The RICOH THETA X also uses HDR image quality, and the new internal processor makes image processing even faster in HDR synthesis mode. Internal testing shows that the RICOH THETA X runs ⅓ faster than the RICOH THETA V. The camera also comes with a built-in 2.25-inch LCD touchscreen, the first of its kind for Ricoh’s Theta series , making it easy for users to navigate menus and adjust settings.
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It’s also equipped with a swappable battery and SD card adapter, so you don’t have to worry about running out of battery or memory space during a long day of shooting.
With the RICOH THETA APP, available for Android and iOS, your photos and videos can be viewed and even shared on a computer or mobile device.
This app is unique compared to the others currently available in the market as it allows you to do everything from taking photos and videos to viewing and sharing them from your mobile device.
RICOH THETA and Wi-Fi connection
You can install this app on your phone and connect it to a RICOH THETA series camera. With this app you can take pictures remotely and view 360 degree images.
In “still image” mode, you can take pictures while looking at them in “live view”.
You can also use the app to switch between taking photos and recording videos.
This app allows you to view photos and videos that you have taken. Turn around, get bigger or smaller. Enjoy the pleasure of seeing a 360-degree view of the space around you.
Share on social networking sites
You can share the 360-degree photos you take on Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking sites. Show the world a new way to enjoy photos by creating 360° images that feel like you’re right there.
RICOH360 Tours and other SaaS
RICOH360 Tours is the first truly complete and low-cost 360-degree virtual tour solution under one global brand. They recently announced a range of new professional AI generated material for the real estate industry. The most recent version allows the use of banners, which advertise many brands at tour level.
RICOH360 Tours has provided over 13,000,000 virtual tours and assisted real estate agents in selling and renting billions of homes and commercial properties. It is trying to accelerate the adoption of its virtual tour platform by professional real estate photographers.
Since the launch of the RICOH THETA cameras in 2013, Ricoh’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has collected an enormous amount of visual data. Using this data, it generates rich content that buyers and sellers value most as real estate listing content while searching for a new home.
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At $799.95, the RICOH THETA X offers great photographic freedom, allowing users to create and share their picturesque creations without limits. The sleek and streamlined design also means the device is more portable than most competing options, averaging about the size of a small remote control.
Ricoh sells a variety of great accessories to go with the RICOH THETA X, including a lens cap, underwater housing, hard case and much more.
Take your 360-degree photos to the next level with the RICOH THETA X and see the world through a new 360-degree lens.
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