I set the 360 degree camera 'RICOH THETA X' in a waterproof case and tried underwater shooting



Ricoh's ``

RICOH THETA X '', which appeared in July 2022, can record all 360-degree views with a single button, and it is impressive, such as a movie where you can enjoy the scenery by moving around and a movie like walking on an asteroid. content can be easily created. For such RICOH THETA X, a dedicated waterproof case ' Underwater Housing Case TW-2 ' is available, and it can also be used as an underwater camera. I actually set RICOH THETA X in an underwater housing case and tried underwater photography.

Product introduction | RICOH THETA X
https://theta360.com/ja/about/theta/x.html

◆ Contents
・ 1: Open the underwater housing case
・2: Procedure for setting RICOH THETA X in the underwater housing case
・ 3: Waterproof test
・ 4: I actually tried underwater shooting

◆ 1: Open the underwater housing case
The package of the underwater housing case looks like this.



Inside the box were the underwater housing case body, lens cover, strap, antireflection sheet, scratch prevention sheet, silicon grease, and moisture absorption sheet.



◆2: Procedure for setting RICOH THETA X in the underwater housing case
When setting RICOH THETA X in the underwater housing case, it is necessary to attach the strap and various sheets first.



First, attach the strap to the underwater housing case.



Next, attach the scratch prevention sheet to the shutter button of RICOH THETA X.



In addition, attach an anti-reflection sheet to the top of the surface where the touch panel is mounted. At this time, it is necessary to press the periphery of the lens with your fingers, so it is recommended to work on a soft cloth to prevent the lens on the back side from being scratched.



Paste the anti-reflection sheet around the lens as well.



If you attach the anti-reflection sheet to the back side as well, preparation for RICOH THETA X is complete



Next, take out the moisture-proof sheet from the silver bag ......



Attach to the lid of the underwater housing case. Moisture barriers are not required, but are recommended to prevent condensation on humid days.



After that, insert RICOH THETA X and close the lid OK.



The state with RICOH THETA X set is as follows. The underwater housing case is made of highly transparent material, so you can check the LCD screen without any problems.



The power button and mode switching button on the side of RICOH THETA X can be pressed even from above the underwater housing case.



Also, you can press the shutter button without any problems. However, since you can't touch the touch panel while in the underwater housing case, you need to set the shooting settings before setting it in the underwater housing case or connect it to your smartphone.



◆3: waterproof test
After setting RICOH THETA X in the underwater housing case, it is necessary to check the waterproof performance before actually shooting underwater.

First, fill the bath or washbasin with water and submerge the RICOH THETA X set in the underwater housing case. When submerged in water, the lens part of RICOH THETA X floated. Even if the underwater housing case is dropped, it seems to float to the surface of the water.



After 2 to 3 minutes after submerging in water, press the power button, mode switching button, shutter button to see if it works without problems. All buttons worked correctly this time.



After checking the operation of the button, take it out yourself and wipe off the moisture ......



Take out RICOH THETA X and check if there are any water droplets on it. This time, not a single drop of water adhered, and it was confirmed that it was waterproof correctly.



◆ 4: I actually tried underwater photography
In order to actually shoot underwater, move to a nearby riverbed. When carrying the underwater housing case, it is better to attach a lens cover to prevent scratches around the lens.



Arrive at riverbed.



I will put RICOH THETA X in water like this and shoot a movie.



The movie actually shot is below. By browsing on the YouTube application or PC, you can move the movie to see fish swimming in the water, or look up at the sky from the water.

Underwater video that can be moved with 'RICOH THETA X' - YouTube


In addition, I tried underwater photography while walking in the river. If you play a movie, you may be immersed in the feeling of a fish swimming underwater.

Underwater shooting with 360 degree camera 'RICOH THETA X' while walking in the river - YouTube


In addition, RICOH THETA X is sold at Amazon.co.jp at 109,800 yen including tax at the time of article creation. In addition, the underwater housing case dedicated to RICOH THETA X is sold at 39,600 yen including tax.

Amazon | RICOH THETA X Metallic Gray 360-degree camera [THETA series advanced model] 2.25-inch large LCD touch panel Maximum approx. ) | Compact mail order



Amazon.co.jp: Underwater housing case for RICOH THETA X TW-2 Waterproof performance at a depth of 40m [JIS protection class 8 IPX8 equivalent] 360 degree camera for underwater diving: Electronics & Cameras



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