Ricoh/Pentax Ricoh Theta SC2 Blue

Ricoh Theta SC2 Blue – Easy 360° photos and 4K video in a compact design

The Ricoh Theta SC2 Blue makes 360° capture simple. It records natural spherical stills and videos with high resolution and precise stitch processing. Because it fits in the palm of your hand, you can carry it easily and shoot on the go.

Compact 4K 360 capture

The camera shoots 360° still images up to 14 MP and records spherical video in 4K (3840 x 1920) at 29.97 fps. This produces realistic, high-resolution results suitable for social sharing and immersive viewing. Note that transfer of 4K video is not possible on iOS devices that are not compatible with 4K video.

Shooting modes and connectivity

The Theta SC2 includes several preset shooting modes to simplify capture. For example, the "Face" mode recognizes faces and adjusts tones for pleasing skin rendition. The "Night View" mode helps lift images taken after sunset and in lower light. Additionally, you can use the camera as a live blog camera.

For remote control and sharing, connect the camera to a smartphone via Bluetooth or wireless LAN. This connection makes it easy to trigger shots, change modes, and transfer images when device compatibility allows.

Design and useful features

The camera features a neat, compact design with an OLED display that gives a simple overview of battery life and the current still-image or movie mode. It has dual 1/2.3-inch sensors and dual lenses with brightness f/2.0, plus a proximity limit of 0.1 m for close-up capture. Other practical functions include a self-timer, wireless image and video transmission, and a standard tripod thread on the bottom of the camera.

FAQ

Question: Can I record and view true 4K spherical video with the Theta SC2?
Answer: Yes. The Ricoh Theta SC2 records spherical video in 4K (3840 x 1920) at 29.97 fps, producing realistic 360° video suitable for immersive playback where supported.

Question: What shooting modes help with portraits and low-light scenes?
Answer: The camera offers preset modes such as "Face," which recognizes faces and adjusts tones for flattering skin rendition, and "Night View," which helps improve images taken after sunset or in lower light.

Question: How do I control the camera remotely or transfer images?
Answer: You can connect the Theta SC2 to a smartphone via Bluetooth or wireless LAN for remote control and wireless image/video transmission. Keep in mind that transferring 4K video is not possible on iOS devices that are not compatible with 4K video.

Question: What storage and mounting options does the camera provide?
Answer: The camera includes 14 GB of built-in memory for photos and videos. It also has a standard tripod thread on the bottom for mounting on tripods and compatible accessories.