Ricoh

THETA X

Name: Ricoh THETA X
Brand: Ricoh

Ricoh THETA X (2022) 360° camera specs, 1/2.0-inch sensor. Video, stabilization, battery and more.

360° · Announced 2022-01-25

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1/2.0-inch sensor
Electronic stabilization
GPS
30 min rated runtime
170 g

Video modes

1010-bit (no badge: 8-bit; unstated bit depth counts as 8-bit)
LLog
HDRHDR
SStabilized
HL360° horizon lock
cropCropped
Recording limit (minutes)
fwAdded by a firmware update
?Not stated, e.g. S? (stabilization not stated)

360° video
Resolution	2 fps	5 fps	10 fps	15 fps	30 fps	60 fps
8K 360 2:1	8K 360 2:1 · 2 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated Firmware Since firmware 1.20.0 Spec: 8K/10fps 120/96/40 Mbps (), 8K/2fps 64/32/16 Mbps; 5fps listed in Ricoh API spec. Added in firmware 1.20.0 (2022-07). Low-frame-rate 'walkthrough' modes; max recordable time up to 120 min from fw 2.00.0. () top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' No 10-bit/Log/HDR video listed. Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	8K 360 2:1 · 5 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated Firmware Since firmware 1.20.0 Spec: 8K/10fps 120/96/40 Mbps (), 8K/2fps 64/32/16 Mbps; 5fps listed in Ricoh API spec. Added in firmware 1.20.0 (2022-07). Low-frame-rate 'walkthrough' modes; max recordable time up to 120 min from fw 2.00.0. () top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' No 10-bit/Log/HDR video listed. Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	8K 360 2:1 · 10 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated Firmware Since firmware 1.20.0 Spec: 8K/10fps 120/96/40 Mbps (), 8K/2fps 64/32/16 Mbps; 5fps listed in Ricoh API spec. Added in firmware 1.20.0 (2022-07). Low-frame-rate 'walkthrough' modes; max recordable time up to 120 min from fw 2.00.0. () top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' No 10-bit/Log/HDR video listed. Source: ricoh360.com/theta/
5.7K 360 2:1	5.7K 360 2:1 · 2 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 5.7K/30fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 5.7K/10fps 80/60/40 Mbps (); 5.7K/2fps 16/12/8 Mbps; 5 and 15fps listed in API spec. 10/2fps selectable on camera from fw 2.30.0. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). (*) top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	5.7K 360 2:1 · 5 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 5.7K/30fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 5.7K/10fps 80/60/40 Mbps (); 5.7K/2fps 16/12/8 Mbps; 5 and 15fps listed in API spec. 10/2fps selectable on camera from fw 2.30.0. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). (*) top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	5.7K 360 2:1 · 10 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 5.7K/30fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 5.7K/10fps 80/60/40 Mbps (); 5.7K/2fps 16/12/8 Mbps; 5 and 15fps listed in API spec. 10/2fps selectable on camera from fw 2.30.0. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). (*) top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	5.7K 360 2:1 · 15 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 5.7K/30fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 5.7K/10fps 80/60/40 Mbps (); 5.7K/2fps 16/12/8 Mbps; 5 and 15fps listed in API spec. 10/2fps selectable on camera from fw 2.30.0. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). (*) top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	5.7K 360 2:1 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 5.7K/30fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 5.7K/10fps 80/60/40 Mbps (); 5.7K/2fps 16/12/8 Mbps; 5 and 15fps listed in API spec. 10/2fps selectable on camera from fw 2.30.0. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). (*) top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/
4K 360 2:1			4K 360 2:1 · 10 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 4K/60fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 4K/30fps 100/54/32 Mbps; 10/15fps listed in API spec. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). () top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	4K 360 2:1 · 15 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 4K/60fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 4K/30fps 100/54/32 Mbps; 10/15fps listed in API spec. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). () top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	4K 360 2:1 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 4K/60fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 4K/30fps 100/54/32 Mbps; 10/15fps listed in API spec. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). () top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	4K 360 2:1 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min 4K/60fps 120/64/32 Mbps (); 4K/30fps 100/54/32 Mbps; 10/15fps listed in API spec. Per-clip limit selectable 5 or 25 min (_maxRecordableTime 300/1500 s). () top bitrate tier 'Available when the wireless LAN is off or when power is supplied via the AC Adaptor K-AC166 ... connected without the battery inserted.' Source: ricoh360.com/theta/
2K 360 2:1					2K 360 2:1 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min Spec page lists 2K/30fps 32/16/8 Mbps; 60fps appears only in API fileFormat list. Source: ricoh360.com/theta/	2K 360 2:1 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit 25 min Spec page lists 2K/30fps 32/16/8 Mbps; 60fps appears only in API fileFormat list. Source: ricoh360.com/theta/
2.7K dual-fisheye (unstitched) 1:1 per lens	2.7K dual-fisheye (unstitched) 1:1 per lens · 2 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated Firmware Since firmware 2.50.2 Outputs two fisheye MP4s (one per lens); firmware 2.50.2+, API-only per developer docs. Source: github.com/ricohapi/theta-api-specs/blob/main/theta-web-api-v2.1/options/file_format.md	2.7K dual-fisheye (unstitched) 1:1 per lens · 5 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated Firmware Since firmware 2.50.2 Outputs two fisheye MP4s (one per lens); firmware 2.50.2+, API-only per developer docs. Source: github.com/ricohapi/theta-api-specs/blob/main/theta-web-api-v2.1/options/file_format.md	2.7K dual-fisheye (unstitched) 1:1 per lens · 10 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated Firmware Since firmware 2.50.2 Outputs two fisheye MP4s (one per lens); firmware 2.50.2+, API-only per developer docs. Source: github.com/ricohapi/theta-api-specs/blob/main/theta-web-api-v2.1/options/file_format.md		2.7K dual-fisheye (unstitched) 1:1 per lens · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit (bit depth not stated; assumed) Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated Firmware Since firmware 2.50.2 Outputs two fisheye MP4s (one per lens); firmware 2.50.2+, API-only per developer docs. Source: github.com/ricohapi/theta-api-specs/blob/main/theta-web-api-v2.1/options/file_format.md

Caveats

Highest bitrate tier only with Wi-Fi off or on AC adapter without battery.Source
Mono audio only; H.264 only — no 10-bit, Log or HDR video listed.Source
Not weather sealed; operating range 0–40°C.Source
8K video playback only in desktop app (not camera/phone app) per fw 1.20 notes.Source
Release date 3/2022 per archived theta360.com spec page ('Release date 3/2022').Source

Thermals

At launch: 'The maximum shooting time for recording 5.7K/30 fps and 4K/60 fps videos is approx. 10 minutes (at an ambient temperature of 25°C)'; 4K30 live streaming ~25 min at 25°C.Source
Firmware 2.00.0 (2023-04-12) raised the thermal-shutdown surface temperature, 'significantly' extending operating time on serials YR11–YR15; camera runs hotter.Source

Firmware notes

2022-04-19: 1.10.1: 2K/30 live streaming mode.Source
2022-07-20: 1.20.0: 8K 10fps and 8K 2fps video added.Source
2022-12-20: 1.40.0: 8K bitrates changed (10fps 120/96/40; 2fps 64/32/16 Mbps); TW-2 underwater stitching option.Source
2023-01-24: 1.41.0: improved stabilization for minor shakes (monopod); top/bottom correction behaviour upside-down.Source
2023-04-12: 2.00.0: higher thermal-shutdown threshold → much longer operating time; top/bottom correction can be disabled in USB live streaming.Source
2023-10-17: 2.30.0: 5.7K 10fps and 5.7K 2fps selectable on camera.Source
2024-01-16: 2.40.0: Handheld HDR still mode.Source
2024-04-18: 2.50.2: low-light noise reduction for 5.7K 10/2fps; mic 'Mute' option; dual-fisheye video output (API).Source
2024-09-18: 2.61.0: HDR-DNG RAW plug-in pre-installed.Source
2026-09-17: Latest listed firmware 2.94.0.Source

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Announced	2022-01-25	2025-07-07	Not stated
Sensor size	1/2.0-inch	1/2-inch	1/2.3-inch (x2)
Stabilization	Electronic	Electronic	Electronic
Horizon leveling	Not stated	360°	360°
Waterproof	None	None	5 m
Weight	170 g	180 g	159 g
Battery runtime	30 min	60 min	Not stated

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Specifications

Overview

Category: 360°
Announced: 2022-01-25
Released: 2022-03
Status: current
US availability: Not stated
Features: Android-based plug-ins
HDR rendering / Handheld HDR (fw 2.40)
Multi-bracket
Time shift
Interval
AI Auto playback orientation
Underwater Housing TW-2 stitching mode

Sensor & lens

Sensor size: 1/2.0-inch
Sensor resolution: 48 MP
Lens (equiv.): Not stated
Aperture: f/2.4
Field of view: Not stated
Built-in ND: No

Video & photo

Video modes: 8K 360
5.7K 360
4K 360
2K 360
2.7K dual-fisheye (unstitched)
Max resolution: Not stated
10-bit Log up to: None
Uncropped 4K: None
Codecs: H.264
4:2:2 chroma: Not stated
Max bitrate: 120 Mbps
Photo resolution: 60 MP
RAW photos: HDR-DNG (16-bit float DNG) via pre-installed plug-in from fw 2.61.0

Stabilization

Stabilization: Electronic
Horizon lock: None
Horizon leveling: Not stated

Audio

Microphones: Not stated
Mic input: Not stated
Mic input details: Not stated
Direct wireless mic: Not stated
32-bit float audio: No

Build & battery

Waterproof: None
Water and dust rating: Not stated
Drop-proof: Not stated
Weight: 170 g
Dimensions: 51.7x136.2x29.0
Mount: 1/4-inch tripod socket
Battery runtime: 30 min
Battery capacity: 1350 mAh
Removable battery: Yes
Charging power: Not stated

Screens & storage

Rear screen: 2.25-inch TFT LCD 360x640 touch
Front screen: Not stated
Touchscreen: Yes
Memory card: microSDXC (64GB+, UHS-I V30)
Internal storage: 46 GB

Connectivity

Wi-Fi: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4/5GHz (MIMO)
Bluetooth: 5.0
USB: USB-C 3.2 Gen1
GPS: built-in GPS/QZSS + A-GPS
Webcam: USB UVC live streaming 4K30 / 2K30
Livestream: USB live streaming 4K 3840x1920/30fps/100Mbps; in-camera stitching + zenith correction
HDMI out: No
Timecode: No

Sources

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