Ricoh Theta X vs Kandao Qoocam 3

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Overview of the Ricoh Theta X

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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam 3

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Comparison of the Theta X vs the Qoocam 3

Weight and size

The Qoocam 3 is a slightly smaller camera. The Theta X weighs a little less than the Qoocam 3.
Ricoh Theta X
51.7mm x 136.2mm x 29mm / 2.04in x 5.36in x 1.14in
6oz / 170g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
Kandao Qoocam 3
71.5mm x 82.7mm x 26.6mm / 2.81in x 3.26in x 1.05in
6.67oz / 189g
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 3 offers a slightly better battery capacity. The Qoocam 3 has a removable battery whereas the Theta X's battery is not removable
Ricoh Theta X
1350mAh
Non removable
30min 5.7K30fps 360° and 55min 4K30fps 360°
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
Kandao Qoocam 3
1600mAh
Removable
58min 5.7K30fps 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 Theta X and the Qoocam 3 support SD cards.
Ricoh Theta X
46GB
microSDXC
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
Kandao Qoocam 3
No built-in storage
microSD
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

Neither camera offers HDR video.
Ricoh Theta X
4K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
Kandao Qoocam 3
2.7K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported

Camera and sensor technology

The Theta X and the Qoocam 3 both feature a similar resolution. Both cameras feature 120Mbps bit rate video.
Ricoh Theta X
60MP
Feature missing
120Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
Kandao Qoocam 3
62MP
155°
120Mbps

Camera settings

The Qoocam 3's 100-6400 ISO range is far superior to Theta X's. Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
Ricoh Theta X
50-3200
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
Kandao Qoocam 3
100-6400
+/-2

Theta X vs Qoocam 3 specifications

NameRicoh Theta XKandao Qoocam 3
Year of release20222023
Width2.04in / 51.7mm2.81in / 71.5mm
Height5.36in / 136.2mm3.26in / 82.7mm
Depth1.14in / 29mm1.05in / 26.6mm
Weight6oz / 170g6.67oz / 189g
Waterproof-33ft / 10m
Waterproof with diving case131ft / 40m-
Min operating temperature32°F / 0°C32°F / 0°C
Max operating temperature104°F / 40°C104°F / 40°C
Battery capacity1350mAh1600mAh
Removable battery-Yes
Battery life30min 5.7K30fps 360°
55min 4K30fps 360°
58min 5.7K30fps 360°
Charging time-90min
Built-in storage46GB-
Storage formatmicroSDXCmicroSD
Storage rating requiredV30Class 10 or UHS-I Rating
Maximun storage supported-256GB
Rear screen size2.25in1.69in
Field of view-155°
Sensor1/1.7" BSI-COMS1/1.55"
Pixels60MP62MP
ApertureF2.4F1.6
Focal length-9.36mm
ISO range50-3200100-6400
Color Depth8bit8bit
Video bite rate120Mbps120Mbps
Exposure Compensation+/-2+/-2
360-degree videoYesYes
5.7K 360 video30fps30fps
4K 360 video60fps60fps
4K video60fps-
2.7K video100fps60fps
Stabilization-SuperSteady 2.0
Horizon lockYesYes
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Webcam modeYes-
Timelapse modeYesYes
Timeshift modeYes-
Loop recording modeYesYes
Subject tracking-Yes
RAW format supportedYesYes
Microphones14
Stereo audioNoYes
Noise reductionYesYes
Audio formataacwav
Audio bluetooth support-Yes
Wifi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothBLE 5.0BLE 4.2
USBType-C USBType-C USB
GPS integratedYes-