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Comparison of Ricoh Theta S and Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom [S]ave

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Ricoh Theta S ×
Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom ×
General
ModelRicoh Theta SSamsung Galaxy S4 Zoom
BrandRicohSamsung
Manufacturer urlhttps://us.ricoh-imaging.com/https://www.samsung.com
Model numberTheta SS4 Zoom
Camera formatOtherCompact
Release year (year)2015-
Tripod mount+-
Length (mm)44126
Width (mm)2315
Height (mm)13064
Weight (g)125208
Waterproof--
SuccessorRicoh Theta V-
Image Sensor
Sensor typeCMOSCMOS
Effective megapixels (MP)14.516.3
Sensor format1/2.3 inch1/2.3 inch
Sensor area (mm²)28.0728.07
Sensor width (mm)6.176.17
Sensor height (mm)4.554.55
Approximate pixel pitch (micron)-1.34
Aspect ratio4:34:3
Color filter typeRGBGRGBG
Self-cleaning--
Sensor shift image stabilization--
On-sensor phase detect--
Image Capture
Image resolution
  • 2048 x 1024(2.1 mp other)
  • 5376 x 2688(14.5 mp other)
  • 1024 x 768(0.8 mp 4:3)
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 1984 x 1488(3.0 mp 4:3)
  • 2592 x 1944(5.0 mp 4:3)
  • 3648 x 2736(10.0 mp 4:3)
  • 4608 x 2592(11.9 mp 16:9)
  • 4608 x 3072(14.2 mp 3:2)
  • 4608 x 3456(15.9 mp 4:3)
Image file format
  • jpeg (exif 2.3)
-
Continuous-mode (fps)-4
Video Capture
Can take movies++
Movie resolution
  • 1280x720
  • 1920x1080
  • 1280x720
  • 1920x1080
  • 320x240
  • 640x480
  • 768x512
Movie max framerate (fps)30120
Image Storage
Movie file formatMP4 (video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, audio: AAC)MP4 (Video: MPEG4, AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC)
Composite video out--
Hd video out++
Hd video connectionHDMIHDMI
Lens and Optics
LensDual lenses; 7 elements in 6 groupsSamsung Zoom Lens
Focal length (35mm equivalent) (mm)3.0024.00 - 240.00
Focal length (actual) (mm)3.003.00 - 43.00
Zoom ratio (x)110
Aperture range (f)0.500.16 - 0.32
Integrated nd filter--
Min focus range (cm)10-
Optical image stabilization-+
Digital zoom-+
Auto Focus
Auto focus-+
Auto focus type-Contrast Detection: Centre AF, Multi AF, Face Detection AF
Auto focus assist light-+
Manual focus-+
Viewfinder
ViewfinderNo / No LCDNo / OLED
Focus peaking--
Display
Eye-level viewfinder--
Rear display-+
Rear display size (inch)04.3
Touchscreen-+
Articulating screen--
Tilt swivel screen--
Selfie screen--
Top deck display--
Exposure
Maximum iso (native)1,600-
Minimum iso (native)100-
Iso settingsAuto, 100-1600Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Auto iso mode+-
White balance settings
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • daylight color fluorescent lamp
  • incandescent lamp 1
  • incandescent lamp 2
  • light bulb color fluorescent lamp
  • natural white fluorescent lamp
  • outdoors
  • shade
  • white fluorescent lamp
  • auto wb
  • cloudy
  • custom
  • daylight
  • fluorescent_h
  • fluorescent_l
  • tungsten
Shutter speed range (s)1/6400 - 601/2000 - 16
Bulb mode--
Exposure compensation+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Explosure metering modesMulti-segmentMulti, Spot, Centre-weighted, Face Detection AE
Program auto exposure++
Aperture priority-+
Shutter priority++
Full manual exposure++
Creative exposure modesStills: Auto, ISO Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual; Movies: AutoSmart mode suggest, Beauty face, Best photo, Continuous shot, Best face, Kids shot, Landscape, Dawn, Snow, Macro, Food
Self timer (s)
  • 5
-
Time lapse (intervalometer)+-
High resolution composite--
Flash
Built-in flash-+
Flash modes-
  • auto
  • auto & red-eye reduction
  • fill-in flash
  • flash off
  • red-eye fix
  • slow sync
Flash exposure compensation-+/- 1.0 EV in 0.5EV steps
Built-in wireless flash control--
Usable memory types-
  • microsd
  • microsdhc
  • microsdx
Dual card slots--
Raw capture support--
Included memory (MB)8,0008,000
Included memory typeInternalbuilt-in memory (approx.)
Connectivity
Built-in wi-fi++
NFC--
Bluetooth--
Built-in gps-+
Microphone jack--
Headphone jack-+
External connections
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • wifi
  • wifi
Pictbridge compliant--
Dpof compliant+-
Remote control+-
Remote control type
  • via wi-fi or ca-3 usb cable switch
-
Connections (extended)
  • micro hdmi (type-d)
  • micro usb 2.0
  • 21mbps): 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 mhz. ieee 802.11a/b/g/n wifi. micro hdmi (type d)
  • 3g (hspa&#65291
  • 4g
  • headphone jack
Performance Timing
Jpeg shooting speed in burst mode (max resolution) (fps)-4
Power
Battery life, stills (cipa rating monitor/live view) (shots)260-
Battery form factorBuilt-inProprietary 2330mAh
Usable battery types
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries includedBuilt-in lithium-ion rechargeable1 x Proprietary 2330mAh lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery charger included (dedicated charger or ac/usb adapter)-+
Dedicated battery charger included--
Internal charging supported+-
Miscellaneous
Notes and features-10x optical zoom with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), 16MP CMOS imager, Xenon flash, Full HD 1080p movies, 4



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