Ricoh THETA Z1 51GB 360 Cameraoffers high-quality 360° imaging in a compact, easy-to-use form, and it now features a higher internal flash drive capacity of 51GB. Using dual 1"-type back-illuminated CMOS sensors and a revamped processing algorithm, the THETA Z1 provides highly realistic spherical images with improved noise reduction and low-light performance. The THETA Z1 51GB can record or live stream up to 4K video or capture 23MP raw and/or JPEG photos.

The THETA Z1's dual 23MP sensors and twin lenses capture two wide-angle images and automatically stitch them into one complete image. Automatic DR (dynamic range) compensation helps reduce blown-out highlights and increases details in shadowed areas. Its lens system offers selectable f/2.1, f/3.5, and f/5.6 apertures for increasing your depth of field and resolution. The optical system also features reduced ghosting, fringing, and flares for more accurate image reproduction.

Video capture has been improved, with 3-axis image stabilization for smoother shots and built-in microphones for capturing audio from four independent directions for realistic sound. Take advantage of raw photo editing using Ricoh's THETA Stitcher and your Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC platform. Live stream to social media platforms or the Theta 360 dedicated website, upload still photos to Google Maps, or use the Remote Playback plug-in and a separate wireless receiver to display your content on a larger screen. Additional functions like USB data transfer and more are available using optional Ricoh or third-party plug-ins.

The THETA Z1 provides 51GB of internal memory, captures up to 900 raw photos and 6350 JPEG photos, and records up to 5-minute clips in 4K and up to 25 minutes in 2K, with respective storage totals of 110 minutes and 360 minutes. The robust THETA Z1 is constructed from a magnesium alloy with a textured finish, and it incorporates a 0.93" OLED status display panel with a function control button.

Highly Accurate 360° Image Stitching    Increased Internal Memory to 51GB    360° 3840 x 1920 4K Video    Dual 6720 x 3360 1" Type CMOS Sensors    Up to 23MP JPEG/DNG Raw Photos    Twin-Lens System with 4-Channel Mics    360° Live Streaming in 4K or 2K    Edit with Lightroom Classic CC & Plug-In    THETA+ Android App, 6400 Max ISO    OLED Display, Magnesium Alloy Body

• Record or live stream 360° 4K or 2K video
• 51GB of internal memory
• Capture 23MP photos in raw or JPEG, or both simultaneously
• Built-in 4-channel microphone with high-quality and seamless transition recording
• 0.93" OLED status display with a function button
• Edit with THETA+ app for iOS/Android or with Lightroom Classic CC and THETA plug-in
• Combines dual images with 4-mic spatial audio capture for realistic VR

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this have gps?

A: The Ricoh THETA Z1 360 Camera does not have GPS.

Q: 2. How is this better than the previous theta v?

A: There are many improvements, in the Theta Z1. Ricoh has added High Sensitivity-low noise shooting for better detail and higher contrast, and less grain. It is equipped with three prisms, 14 lenses, in 10 groups. It has a slim body, and improved optics. The new three stage aperture mechanism improves overall perceived resolution by automatically changing the aperture, depending on how bright the location is. It has an IR Absorption filter that helps eliminate or reduce red spot ghosting and flare, and purple fringing. These were problems on the previous model. Dynamic range compensation has been improved. This results in more natural color hues.

Q: 3. Does this camera come with an international warranty?

A: The included warranty is valid in the USA only.

Q: 4. Which thread adapter to hook up theta Z1 to Cobra 2 monopod?

A: The Ricoh THETA Z1 360 Camera has a built in female 1/4"-20 mount to fit the iFootage Cobra 2 male 1/4"-20 screw.

Q: 5. Can I make HDR photo or video with the Z1? Is the lense stabilized like insta one?

A: Yes to both. This camera offers HDR rendering and stabilization.

Q: 6. Is it waterproof?

A: This product is not waterproof

Q: 7. What does it take to create the 360 images with the Theta Z1? Is special software required? And what format are the 360 images in?

A: 360 images can be created in camera and stitched in camera or can be edited and stitched in a program such as Adobe Lightroom with the Ricoh Theta Stitcher Plugin. Images can be created in JPEG or RAW DNG.

Q: 8. What are the best ways to prevent the lens from scratching? After borrowing one for a shoot, both lenses somehow got scratched, even though I never dropped nor placed the camera near a sharp nor hard object. Has anyone else had issues with the durability of the lenses?

A: We've heard some scratching complaints from people who put it directly into a bag or pocket. The best way to protect it is a good case, such as this: https://bhpho.to/2QHOkTA .

Q: 9. How big are the file sizes for photos? About how many can you take with only 19GB of onboard storage?

A: Hi, the file sizes for Photos and memory capacity are as follows: File size (still images): RAW: 7296 × 3648 Approx. 350 images JPEG: 6720 × 3360 Approx. 2400 images More info on this can be found at: https://support.theta360.com/uk/manual/z1/content/add_info/add_info_01.html.

Q: 10. what is the dynamic range for the Theta Z1?

A: Hi, although Ricoh touts this camera as having improved dynamic range, there is no specification given for the actual range, sorry. Thank you for shopping at B&H!