• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.4 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Ricoh Theta SC advantages over Fujifilm XP130

  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.0 vs f/3.9
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Lighter weight
    102g vs 207g
    Lighter weight
  • Wider angle lens
    7 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Fujifilm XP130 advantages over Ricoh Theta SC

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • More telephoto lens reach
    140 mm vs 7 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 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

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm XP100

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm XP100
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive
Fujifilm XP130
Fujifilm XP100
  • $109
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Fujifilm XP80

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm XP80
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive
Fujifilm XP130
Fujifilm XP80
  • $109
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • Newer
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion

Compared to Fujifilm XP90

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm XP90
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $89
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Waterproof
Fujifilm XP130
Fujifilm XP90
  • $109
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $89
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compared to Fujifilm XP120

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm XP120
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive
Fujifilm XP130
Fujifilm XP120
  • $109
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Fujifilm XP140

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm XP140
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Lighter weight
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Waterproof
Fujifilm XP130
Fujifilm XP140
  • $109
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Shoots 24p video
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