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thibs · 02-05-2014, 06:04 AM

I was VERY surprised a light review could came on that website, which I really like (more of a computer industry trends, new and rumours than a usual photo reviewing website).

Good for Ricoh

Ricoh Theta 360 degree camera evolves nicely | SemiAccurate

mikemike · 02-05-2014, 06:12 AM

I think it kind of makes a little bit of business sense to bring something like this that is more of a concept product all the way to market. They are able to test out a lot of things - heavy lifting with software, connectivity, etc. with low consequences of failure because surely expectations were not set super high.

Kenntak · 02-05-2014, 06:43 AM

Well done article, very interesting. That site with peoples' uploads shows that the device can be put to some cool uses.

lytrytyr · 02-05-2014, 06:50 AM

<low humor>

This thread is far too positive to be in the News and Rumors section.
So in order to create the appropriate level of doom and gloom,
I will point out that the ILC in the back of the review image
is not made by Ricoh-Pentax.

</low humor>

thibs · 02-05-2014, 07:02 AM

Originally posted by mikemike

I think it kind of makes a little bit of business sense to bring something like this that is more of a concept product all the way to market. They are able to test out a lot of things - heavy lifting with software, connectivity, etc. with low consequences of failure because surely expectations were not set super high.

Well I think it is a different point of view than the one we're used to.
This is just not a photography (as most of use mean it) it but more of a business and fun product, indeed.

RonHendriks1966 · 02-05-2014, 08:49 AM

Looks great, I had it in my hands briefly when I met with some reps from Ricoh Europe.

Cynog Ap Brychan · 02-05-2014, 09:09 AM

Originally posted by lytrytyr

I will point out that the ILC in the back of the review image is not made by Ricoh-Pentax.

Sure about that? It looks like a Q to me...

**monochrome** · 02-05-2014, 09:26 AM

Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan

Sure about that? It looks like a Q to me...

Got mine out to compare.

That's a Black/Black Q7 with 02 Standard zoom lens mounted. There's a bit of green tint to the light reflected on the top edge of the body around the mode dial.

mikemike · 02-05-2014, 09:50 AM

Originally posted by thibs

Well I think it is a different point of view than the one we're used to.
This is just not a photography (as most of use mean it) it but more of a business and fun product, indeed.

Correct and the lessons learned (wifi, tethering, on board photsynth, mobile app development, etc) can potentially be ported to other products especially given that Ricoh's camera department doesn't also have a cell phone division with lots of expertise on those kind of things.

lytrytyr · 02-05-2014, 11:14 AM

Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan

Sure about that? It looks like a Q to me...

Ah, sweet!
I only have the original Q, so I didn't recognize the thicker grip.

theosophy · 02-05-2014, 01:05 PM

the sample images look not very sharp.

Adam · 02-05-2014, 11:45 PM

Originally posted by thibs

I was VERY surprised a light review could came on that website, which I really like (more of a computer industry trends, new and rumours than a usual photo reviewing website).

Good for Ricoh

Ricoh Theta 360 degree camera evolves nicely | SemiAccurate

Reviews don't go in the news & rumors forum FYI.

thibs · 02-06-2014, 10:45 AM

Originally posted by Adam

Reviews don't go in the news & rumors forum FYI.

Thx for clarification, Adam. I certainly wasn't quite sure.
In this specific case, where should I have put it ?
Non-Pentax Cameras? But is this even a camera?

Adam · 02-06-2014, 12:24 PM

Originally posted by thibs

Thx for clarification, Adam. I certainly wasn't quite sure.
In this specific case, where should I have put it ?
Non-Pentax Cameras? But is this even a camera?

This section would work, as would general talk. But it's more of a photographic gadget so I think this one is the best fit.

Apapukas · 04-03-2014, 02:11 PM

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+1 for theta!

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,614	Originally posted by thibs Thx for clarification, Adam. I certainly wasn't quite sure. In this specific case, where should I have put it ? Non-Pentax Cameras? But is this even a camera? This section would work, as would general talk. But it's more of a photographic gadget so I think this one is the best fit. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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thibs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Belgium Photos: Albums Posts: 7,001 Original Poster	Originally posted by mikemike I think it kind of makes a little bit of business sense to bring something like this that is more of a concept product all the way to market. They are able to test out a lot of things - heavy lifting with software, connectivity, etc. with low consequences of failure because surely expectations were not set super high. Well I think it is a different point of view than the one we're used to. This is just not a photography (as most of use mean it) it but more of a business and fun product, indeed.

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RonHendriks1966 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,675	Looks great, I had it in my hands briefly when I met with some reps from Ricoh Europe.

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Cynog Ap Brychan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Gloucester Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,199	Originally posted by lytrytyr I will point out that the ILC in the back of the review image is not made by Ricoh-Pentax. Sure about that? It looks like a Q to me...

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monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan Sure about that? It looks like a Q to me... Got mine out to compare. That's a Black/Black Q7 with 02 Standard zoom lens mounted. There's a bit of green tint to the light reflected on the top edge of the body around the mode dial.

02-05-2014, 09:50 AM	#9
mikemike Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: New Orleans Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,053	Originally posted by thibs Well I think it is a different point of view than the one we're used to. This is just not a photography (as most of use mean it) it but more of a business and fun product, indeed. Correct and the lessons learned (wifi, tethering, on board photsynth, mobile app development, etc) can potentially be ported to other products especially given that Ricoh's camera department doesn't also have a cell phone division with lots of expertise on those kind of things.

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lytrytyr Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2011 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,311	Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan Sure about that? It looks like a Q to me... Ah, sweet! I only have the original Q, so I didn't recognize the thicker grip.

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theosophy New Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Kansas city MO Posts: 13	the sample images look not very sharp.

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thibs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Belgium Photos: Albums Posts: 7,001 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam Reviews don't go in the news & rumors forum FYI. Thx for clarification, Adam. I certainly wasn't quite sure. In this specific case, where should I have put it ? Non-Pentax Cameras? But is this even a camera?

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Apapukas Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Lietuva, Vilnius Posts: 627	CNN.com International \| Advertisement Feature \| RICOH +1 for theta!

Nice Theta review - unususal source

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