Kandao Qoocam vs Ricoh Theta X
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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam
Kandao Qoocam
Kandao's stereo camera: 4K stereo video
Overview of the Ricoh Theta X
Ricoh Theta X
Ricoh's 360 camera
Comparison of the Qoocam vs the Theta X
Weight and size
The Qoocam is a lot more compact than the Theta X. Both the Qoocam and the Theta X have similar weights.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
6.35oz / 180g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
Ricoh Theta X
51.7mm x 136.2mm x 29mm / 2.04in x 5.36in x 1.14in
6oz / 170g
Why size and weight matter:
Weight is important for action cameras because we often mount them on helmets, or hold them at the end of a selfie stick while moving. Therefore a heavier camera can be dvifficult to use or uncomfortable. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Battery life
The Qoocam offers a much larger battery capacity. Neither camera has a removable battery.
Kandao Qoocam
2600mAh
Non removable
180min for 360° video
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
Ricoh Theta X
1350mAh
Non removable
30min 5.7K30fps 360° and 55min 4K30fps 360°
Why battery life matters:
Nothing worse than running out of battery just before capturing the best footage of the day! A long battery life is reassuring and convenient when shooting footage outdoors where options to charge are limited. Even the use of a power bank can be tedious or simply impossible like when filming watersports. Having removeable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Only the Theta X features built-in storage. Both the Qoocam and the Theta X support SD cards.
Kandao Qoocam
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
Ricoh Theta X
46GB
microSDXC
Why storage matters:
High quality footage can quickly take up lots of space and insufficient storage can soon be frustrating. Having a large amount of storage and the possiblity to extend it or swap SD cards while on a outing will ensure you will always be able to capture the footage you want. However, smaller, wearable action cameras often rely on built-in storage because of their small size.
Video performance
Only the Qoocam offers HDR video.
Kandao Qoocam
4K video at 60fps
Yes
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
Ricoh Theta X
4K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
The Qoocam and the Theta X both feature a similar resolution. The Theta X features a much higher bit rate than the Qoocam
Kandao Qoocam
62MP
216°
60Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
Ricoh Theta X
60MP
Feature missing
120Mbps
Camera settings
Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
Ricoh Theta X
50-3200
+/-2
Qoocam vs Theta X specifications
Name | Kandao Qoocam | Ricoh Theta X |
Year of release | 2018 | 2022 |
Width | 1.2in / 30.5mm | 2.04in / 51.7mm |
Height | 0.98in / 25mm | 5.36in / 136.2mm |
Depth | 7.81in / 198.5mm | 1.14in / 29mm |
Weight | 6.35oz / 180g | 6oz / 170g |
Waterproof with diving case | - | 131ft / 40m |
Min operating temperature | 32°F / 0°C | 32°F / 0°C |
Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | 104°F / 40°C |
Battery capacity | 2600mAh | 1350mAh |
Battery life | 180min for 360° video | 30min 5.7K30fps 360° 55min 4K30fps 360° |
Built-in storage | - | 46GB |
Storage format | microSD | microSDXC |
Storage rating required | - | V30 |
Maximun storage supported | 256GB | - |
Rear screen size | 2.4in | 2.25in |
Field of view | 216° | - |
Sensor | 1/1.55" | 1/1.7" BSI-COMS |
Pixels | 62MP | 60MP |
Aperture | F2.2 | F2.4 |
ISO range | - | 50-3200 |
Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 60Mbps | 120Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-2 |
360-degree video | Yes | Yes |
5.7K 360 video | - | 30fps |
4K 360 video | 60fps | 60fps |
4K video | 60fps | 60fps |
2.7K video | - | 100fps |
1080p video | 120fps | - |
Maximum slow motion | 4x | - |
HDR video | Yes | - |
Stabilization | Yes | - |
Horizon lock | - | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
Webcam mode | - | Yes |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
Loop recording mode | - | Yes |
Subject tracking | Yes | - |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | - | 1 |
Stereo audio | - | No |
Noise reduction | - | Yes |
Audio format | pcm | aac |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | BLE 4.0 | BLE 5.0 |
USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | - | Yes |