Ricoh Theta X vs Kandao Qoocam 3
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Overview of the Ricoh Theta X
Ricoh Theta X
Ricoh's 360 camera
Overview of the Kandao Qoocam 3
Kandao Qoocam 3
Kandao's 2023 360 camera: 5.7K video
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
Name | Ricoh Theta X | Kandao Qoocam 3 |
Year of release | 2022 | 2023 |
Width | 2.04in / 51.7mm | 2.81in / 71.5mm |
Height | 5.36in / 136.2mm | 3.26in / 82.7mm |
Depth | 1.14in / 29mm | 1.05in / 26.6mm |
Weight | 6oz / 170g | 6.67oz / 189g |
Waterproof | - | 33ft / 10m |
Waterproof with diving case | 131ft / 40m | - |
Min operating temperature | 32°F / 0°C | 32°F / 0°C |
Max operating temperature | 104°F / 40°C | 104°F / 40°C |
Battery capacity | 1350mAh | 1600mAh |
Removable battery | - | Yes |
Battery life | 30min 5.7K30fps 360° 55min 4K30fps 360° | 58min 5.7K30fps 360° |
Charging time | - | 90min |
Built-in storage | 46GB | - |
Storage format | microSDXC | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating |
Maximun storage supported | - | 256GB |
Rear screen size | 2.25in | 1.69in |
Field of view | - | 155° |
Sensor | 1/1.7" BSI-COMS | 1/1.55" |
Pixels | 60MP | 62MP |
Aperture | F2.4 | F1.6 |
Focal length | - | 9.36mm |
ISO range | 50-3200 | 100-6400 |
Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 120Mbps | 120Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-2 |
360-degree video | Yes | Yes |
5.7K 360 video | 30fps | 30fps |
4K 360 video | 60fps | 60fps |
4K video | 60fps | - |
2.7K video | 100fps | 60fps |
Stabilization | - | SuperSteady 2.0 |
Horizon lock | Yes | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
Webcam mode | Yes | - |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | Yes | - |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | - | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 1 | 4 |
Stereo audio | No | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | aac | wav |
Audio bluetooth support | - | Yes |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.0 | BLE 4.2 |
USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | Yes | - |