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A camera that can shoot 360-degree spherical images in a single shot

RICOH THETA Z1

TOKYO, Feb. 25, 2019 — (PRNewswire) —  RICOH Imaging Americas Corporation announced today the launch of the  RICOH THETA Z1, the latest model from the family of cutting-edge 360-degree cameras. The RICOH THETA Z1 supports approximately 23-megapixels resolution (6720 x 3360 pixels) 360-degree still image photo shooting as a high-end model of the RICOH THETA camera series, which can shoot spherical images in a single shot, giving consumers the opportunity to adventure, discover and capture life in 360.

RICOH THETA Z1

Since RICOH launched the world's first 360-degree consumer camera*1 in 2013, the company has stayed at the forefront of this emerging technology as it continues to evolve, and become an integral tool for the burgeoning industries of virtual reality (VR), social media, business, real estate + more. Exceptional imaging and sleek design come together to deliver unique, expected visuals; a seamless integration into any element of everyday life - business or pleasure.

The RICOH THETA Z1 is the flagship model of this series, with RICOH deploying exceptional optical and image processing technologies, cultivated through years of high-performance camera development, to pursue its highest resolution and quality to date. The compact main body is equipped with a 1.0-inch back-illuminated CMOS image sensor, enabling approx. 23MP resolution 360-degree still images. It supports a diverse range of shooting modes, such as aperture priority, allowing users to take high-quality images regardless of the setting: outdoors, nighttime, indoors, tropical beaches or snowy mountain views - nothing is off limits. Moreover, it is possible to shoot considerably smooth and immersive 360-degree videos in 4K (3840x1920 pixels) and 30 frames per second (fps) thanks to powerful 3-axis rotational stabilization to compensate for rotational shake.

The main body of the camera, with a 0.93-inch organic EL monitor and a Function (Fn) button, grants users access to a multitude of information at a glance, including number of possible shots, exposure settings, and more, thus greatly improving the operability of the camera itself. In addition to JPEG, RICOH THETA Z1 now supports Adobe® DNG format (RAW) so that users can enjoy professional image editing as with a general digital SLR camera. Basic performance improvements are most evident in the AndroidTM-based system, which now offers flexibility in number of expansions one can add to the Z1 through the installation of additional plug-ins. The overall functionality of the latest model from RICOH not only meets the high demands of serious photographers, offers an optimal performance for professionals and amateurs alike.

Opportunities to use 360 images in innovative ways are increasing at a rapid pace. RICOH THETA is heavily utilized in business use cases around the world. Advanced services leveraging RICOH THETA V in real estate and construction are offered by Ricoh Tours, Zillow 3D Home, Matterport Capture, and HoloBuilder JobWalk, and future integrations with these partners services and the new RICOH THETA Z1 are planned.

RICOH'S THETA Z1 will be available to preview up ahead of its official release at the RICOH Imaging booth during CP+ 2019, the world's premier show for Camera and Photo Imaging held at PACIFICO Yokohama this February 28, 2019.

*1 As a mass-produced consumer product capable of capturing the scene around, above and below the device in a fully spherical image (as of October, 2013, based on RICOH research).

ABOUT RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION

Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation is a subsidiary of Ricoh Company Ltd., a global technology company specializing in office imaging equipment, production print solutions, document management systems and IT services.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Company Ltd. Is part of Ricoh Group, which operates in about 200 countries and regions.

The company operating now as Ricoh Company Ltd. was originally founded in 1919, under the name Asahi Optical Joint Stock Co. and launched its first SLR camera in the 1950s under the PENTAX name. Today, the company continues to produce the heritage-rich, award-winning line of PENTAX DSLR cameras, lenses and sport optics equipment as well as Ricoh's offering of stylish and compact digital cameras, known for their wide-ranging, rich set of features.

For further information, please visit www.us.ricoh-imaging.com

© 2019 Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation. All rights reserved. All referenced product names are the trademarks of their respective companies.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  

1. 23MP resolution 360-degree still images using a large sensor and a new type of lens unit

2. A new image processing algorithm and shooting modes to suit the scene

3. High-quality 4K 360-degree videos using the latest image stabilization technology

4. Intuitive main body user interface (UI)

5. Support for RAW file format, increasing the joy of editing

6. A variety of ways of sharing

7.Robust and luxurious design

8. Superior scalability through updates and plug-ins

9.Other features

[NEW Optional accessories for  RICOH THETA Z1 only]

Lens Cap TL-2

 In addition, "Lens cap TL-1" for "RICOH THETA V" "RICOH THETA SC" will also be released.

Semi-hard Case TS-2

* 3D Microphone TA-1 and Underwater Case TW-1 are incompatible.

Major Specifications

Object distance

Approx. 40cm to infinity (from front of lens)

Shooting mode

Still image/Video: Auto, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, ISO priority, Manual *1
Live streaming: Auto

Exposure compensation

Manual compensation (-2.0 - +2.0EV, 1/3EV step) *1

ISO sensitivity
(standard output sensitivity)

Auto (upper limit adjustable), manual (ISO80–6400) *1

White balance mode

Still image/Video: Auto, Outdoor, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent light 1, Incandescent light 2, Daylight color fluorescent light, Natural white fluorescent light, White fluorescent light, Light bulb color fluorescent light, Color Temperature (2500 K to 10000K) *1
Live streaming: Auto

Shutter speed

Still image: (Automatic) 1/25000 - 1/8 seconds,
(Shutter-priority AE mode) 1/25000 - 1/8 seconds *1
(Manual mode) 1/25000 - 60 seconds *1
Video: (Automatic)1/25000 - 1/30 seconds
           (Shutter-priority AE mode/Manual mode) 1/25000 - 1/30 seconds *1
Live streaming: 1/25000 - 1/30 seconds

Recording medium

Internal memory: Approx. 19GB

Number of photos that can be recorded, time*2

Still image: RAW+  Approx. 350photos*2, JPEG Approx. 2400photos*2
Video (time per recording): Max. 5 minutes/25 minutes*3
Video (total recording time): Approx. 40 minutes (4K)
Approx. 130 minutes*2 (2K)

Information display monitor*4

0.93-inch organic EL (OLED) panel, 128x36 dots, automatic brightness adjustment

Power source

Lithium ion battery (built in) *5

Battery life

Still image: Approx. 300 photos *6 Video: Approx. 60 minutes*6

Image file format

Still image: RAW (Adobe DNG version 1.2.0.0), JPEG(Exif Ver2.3)
Video: MP4 (Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC-LC (mono) + Linear PCM (4ch spatial audio)
Live streaming: (Video: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM(4ch)

External interface

USB Type C:USB3.0

Remote Shutter

CA-3(Option)

Exterior/external dimensions

48.2 mm (W) x 132.5 mm (H) x 29.7 mm (24 mm*7) (D)

Weight

Approx. 182g

Lens construction & Lens F- number

14 Elements in 10 Groups, F2.1, 3.5, 5.6

Image sensor size

1.0 (x2)

Image sensor effective pixels

20M (x2)   * Output pixel count equivalent to Approx. 23M

File size (still images)

RAW:7296×3648 pixels
JPEG:6720×3360 pixels

Video resolution/frame rate/bit rate

4K, H.264: 3840×1920/29.97fps/56Mbps
2K, H.264: 1920×960/29.97fps/16Mbps

*1

A smartphone is required to configure manual settings.

*2

The number of photos and time are guides only. The actual number differs according to the photography conditions.

*3

Automatic shut down if the internal temperature increases.

*4

The monitor displays information about the various settings. It does not show images shot.

*5

 Charge the battery by connecting it to a PC using the supplied USB cable.  

*6

The number of photos that can be taken is a guide based on RICOH's measurement method. The actual number differs according to usage conditions.

*7

Excluding lens section.

 

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