• APS-C 369.7mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 12,800
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung NX1000 advantages over Ricoh Theta SC

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 320 vs 260 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • 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
    20.3 vs 14.5 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Ricoh Theta SC advantages over Samsung NX1000

  • Less expensive
    $300 vs $700 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 37 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    8 years vs 12 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • 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
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • 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
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony NEX-5N

Samsung NX1000
Sony NEX-5N
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More pixels
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-5N

Ricoh Theta SC
Sony NEX-5N
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Larger sensor

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Sony NEX-5N

Compared to Sony NEX-5R

Samsung NX1000
Sony NEX-5R
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • More pixels
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-5R

Ricoh Theta SC
Sony NEX-5R
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Sony NEX-5R

Compared to Sony NEX-3N

Samsung NX1000
Sony NEX-3N
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Higher-res screen
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-3N

Ricoh Theta SC
Sony NEX-3N
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Sony NEX-3N

Compared to Samsung NX1100

Samsung NX1000
Samsung NX1100
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive

Compare Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX1100

Ricoh Theta SC
Samsung NX1100
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Larger sensor

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Samsung NX1100

Compared to Sony A5000

Samsung NX1000
Sony A5000
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Higher-res screen
  • Hot shoe
  • $298
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A5000

Ricoh Theta SC
Sony A5000
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $298
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Sony A5000

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