Ricoh Theta X vs Sixmou i3
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Overview of the Ricoh Theta X
Ricoh Theta X
Ricoh's 360 camera
Overview of the Sixmou i3
Sixmou i3
A thumb sized, budget action camera
The i3 is a thumb sized action camera that features 4K video recording. It's an all-in-one package with many accessories for people looking for a cheap wearable camera. It's lightweight and very simple to use and makes it an affordable alternative to the more expensive but also more capable Insta360 Go 3S.
- Pros
- Light & small
- Lots of accessories
- SD card included
- Cons
- Average performance
- Average quality build
- No screen
Comparison of the Theta X vs the i3
Weight and size
The i3 is a lot more compact than the Theta X. The i3 is a lot lighter than the Theta X.
Ricoh Theta X
51.7mm x 136.2mm x 29mm / 2.04in x 5.36in x 1.14in
6oz / 170g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
Sixmou i3
28mm x 63mm x 18mm / 1.1in x 2.48in x 0.71in
1.27oz / 36g
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 Theta X offers a much larger battery capacity. Neither camera has a removable battery.
Ricoh Theta X
1350mAh
Non removable
30min 5.7K30fps 360° and 55min 4K30fps 360°
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
Sixmou i3
800mAh
Removable
90min for 4k and 150min for 1080p
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 i3 support SD cards.
Ricoh Theta X
46GB
microSDXC
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
Sixmou i3
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
Sixmou i3
4K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
Ricoh Theta X
60MP
Feature missing
120Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
Sixmou i3
Feature missing
Feature missing
Feature missing
Camera settings
Ricoh Theta X
50-3200
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
Sixmou i3
Feature missing
Feature missing
Theta X vs i3 specifications
Name | Ricoh Theta X | Sixmou i3 |
Year of release | 2022 | 2024 |
Width | 2.04in / 51.7mm | 1.1in / 28mm |
Height | 5.36in / 136.2mm | 2.48in / 63mm |
Depth | 1.14in / 29mm | 0.71in / 18mm |
Weight | 6oz / 170g | 1.27oz / 36g |
Waterproof with diving case | 131ft / 40m | 131ft / 40m |
Min operating temperature | 32°F / 0°C | - |
Max operating temperature | 104°F / 40°C | - |
Battery capacity | 1350mAh | 800mAh |
Removable battery | - | No |
Battery life | 30min 5.7K30fps 360° 55min 4K30fps 360° | 90min for 4k 150min for 1080p |
Built-in storage | 46GB | - |
Storage format | microSDXC | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 | UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | - | 64GB |
Rear screen size | 2.25in | - |
Sensor | 1/1.7" BSI-COMS | - |
Pixels | 60MP | - |
Aperture | F2.4 | - |
ISO range | 50-3200 | - |
Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 120Mbps | - |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | - |
360-degree video | Yes | No |
5.7K 360 video | 30fps | - |
4K 360 video | 60fps | - |
4K video | 60fps | 30fps |
2.7K video | 100fps | - |
1080p video | - | 30fps |
Stabilization | - | Yes |
Horizon lock | Yes | - |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
Webcam mode | Yes | - |
Timelapse mode | Yes | - |
Timeshift mode | Yes | - |
Loop recording mode | Yes | - |
RAW format supported | Yes | - |
Microphones | 1 | - |
Stereo audio | No | - |
Noise reduction | Yes | - |
Audio format | aac | - |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Yes |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.0 | - |
USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | Yes | - |