The Sony ZV-1 Vlog camera is perfect for vlogging and content creation. It offers professional image quality with the 1.0" Exmor RS CMOS sensor, a 24-70mm lens and 20.1 MP resolution. Skin tones are reproduced naturally and smoothly with Soft Skin Effect. The directional 3-capsule microphone with windscreen provides professional sound quality. Furthermore, the ZV-1 has a side-flip display, fast AF with 0.03 sec., 4K HDR (HLG) video recording, real-time eye autofocus and a Multi Interface Shoe e.g. for an external microphone, microphone connection and image stabilisation.
Live streaming capability with the ZV-1, which can be turned into a webcam by connecting to a PC via USB. This allows Content Creator to interact with its followers in real time while taking advantage of the ZV-1's advanced imaging technology and unique features. The required new Sony PC software will be available from July 2020.
Continuous shooting mode | 24 FPS |
Camera type | Compact camera |
Camera equipment | Lens built-in |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Aperture | f/ 1.8 - 2.8 |
Image sensor format | 1" |
Memory card type | Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Micro, Memory Stick Micro M2, Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro HG Duo, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Item number | 13259360 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Material group | Metal, Plastic |
Material | Aluminium, Plastic |
Scene mode | Fireworks, Landscape, Night, Night Portrait, Sports, Sunset |
Scope of application | Travel photography |
Country code | CH |
Camera type | Compact camera |
Camera equipment | Lens built-in |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | Hot shoe |
White balance | Automatic, Daylight, Glowing, umbra |
Exposure type | Aperture priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual |
Exposure compensation | ± 3EV in 1/3 steps |
Closure type | Electric |
Self-timer delay | 10 s, 2 s, 5 s |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Second curtain synchro, Slow synchronisation |
Image sensor resolution | 20.10 Mpx |
Image resolution | 4096 x 2160 pixels |
Image sensor type | CMOS |
Image sensor format | 1" |
Image sensor size | 13.2 x 8.8 mm |
Supported page ratios | 3:2 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 80 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 12800 |
Max. aperture | f/1.8 |
Aperture | f/ 1.8 - 2.8 |
Focal length | 24 - 70 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 24 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 70 mm |
Optical zoom | 2.70 x |
Lens equipment | Zoom function |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Resolution | 921600 Pixels |
Display functions | Fold-out, Touch screen |
Viewfinder type | No viewfinder |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Minimum focus distance | 30 cm |
Autofocus type | Contrast detection, Phase-based |
Autofocus areas | 425 x |
Shutter speed | 30 - 1/2000 s, 4 - 1/2000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 4 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/2000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 24 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | 4K |
Max. refresh rate | 60 fps |
Max. frame rate | 4K (30fps), Full HD (60fps) |
Memory card type | Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Micro, Memory Stick Micro M2, Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro HG Duo, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Number of storage compartments | 1 |
Image file formats | JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | AVCHD, XAVC S |
Waterproof | 0 m |
Connections | 3.5mm jack, Micro HDMI (Type D), USB 2.0, USB multi |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Power capacity | 4.50 Wh |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Sony fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Quick Start Guide |
Width | 105.50 mm |
Length | 60 mm |
Height | 43.50 mm |
Weight | 294 g |
Length | 15.40 cm |
Width | 11.80 cm |
Height | 7.50 cm |
Weight | 560 g |
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Source: GalaxusThe ZV-1 is a specialist, fully focussed on top-quality video recordings - here the ZV-1 scores with great picture and sound quality, long recording times and many additional functions such as portrait format video, microphone connection or the option to record in log format. Photographers also get top pictures, but may miss the flash and viewfinder.
The first generation of the ZV-1 is still available on sale from photo retailers or second-hand. After the ZV-1 Il, Sony introduces further compact vlogging cameras, some of which work with full-frame sensors.
The Sony ZV-1 is a specialist for video recording - here the video blogger camera scores with great image and sound quality, long recording time and many additional functions such as portrait video or optional log recording format.
The Sony ZV-1 is a compact camera that serves an unusual task focus. However, it does this brilliantly, as there are only minor shortcomings to mention. Compared to the other RX compact models, the rotating and swivelling monitor, which was installed for the first time, is very practical - not only for vloggers...
Good, small high-quality compact camera with manual functions, small zoom and network function. Especially good in the eye test. Good all round, very good monitor to flip (270 degrees) and swivel (180 degrees), fast camera, light and relatively flat for a high quality camera, many extras and functions.
