• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 12,800

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Differences

Ricoh Theta SC advantages over Fujifilm X-T30

  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 46 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    102g vs 383g
    Lighter weight

Fujifilm X-T30 advantages over Ricoh Theta SC

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 380 vs 260 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    4 years vs 8 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    26.1 vs 14.5 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Same great image quality as the X-T3; Excellent high ISO performance for an APS-C camera; Improved hybrid AF system with full image area coverage; Fast AF speeds; 4K video up to 30p; Compact design; Great value.

  • Slightly higher noise levels than predecessor; No in-body image stabilization; Single card slot; No dedicated headphone jack; No weather sealing.

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-E3

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm X-E3
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-E3
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Internal flash
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup

Compared to Fujifilm X-T200

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Rear display
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Longer video battery life

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Ricoh Theta SC
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $591
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-T30
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $591
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compared to Nikon Z fc

Ricoh Theta SC
Nikon Z fc
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $890
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-T30
Nikon Z fc
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash
  • $890
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Newer

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30 II

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Newer
  • More dots on screen
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