Summary
Vloggers and influencers rejoice, the Sony ZV-1 is a purpose-built compact camera blending the proven imaging capabilities of the RX100-series platform with an updated physical design for more efficient content creation.
Featuring a side flip-out 3.0" touchscreen and a directional 3-capsule microphone that are perfect for front-facing recording, the ZV-1 also caters to this crowd with the Product Showcase Setting, Background Defocus function, Soft Skin Effect, and Face Priority Auto-Exposure.
Despite its sleek and lightweight design, the ZV-1 is also characterized by its large right-hand grip that is ideal for one-handed recording in conjunction with a front tally lamp, larger REC button on the top plate, and a Multi Interface Shoe for attaching accessories. An impressive ZEISS 24-70mm-equivalent standard zoom lens, with a bright f/1.8-2.8 maximum aperture range, is also featured and, suiting recording while walking, Active SteadyShot image stabilization helps to steady footage and reduce the appearance of camera shake for smoother takes.
Inside, the ZV-1 has some familiar imaging attributes in the form of a 20.1MP 1"-type Exmor RS stacked CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor, with front-end LSI, which contributes to impressively fast performance along with wide-ranging sensitivity to suit working in a variety of conditions. The processing capabilities avail Real-Time Eye AF and Real-Time Tracking for quick and precise focusing and subject tracking. In terms of video specs, UHD 4K recording at 30p is supported for extended takes and a micro-HDMI port can be used to conjunction with an external recorder or monitor if desired. Footage is also benefitted by Sony's S-Log2 and HLG picture profiles that match up with their professional cine cameras for refined color, dynamic range, and detail when recording.
IN THE BOX:
Details
| OPC | P5W7ZTD |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Codes | 0027242920552 (EAN) |
| MPN | DCZV1/B |
| Rank | #42 Digital Cameras |
| #108 Cameras | |
| #292 Cameras & Photography | |
| Links | Sony Cameras |
| Sony Digital Cameras |
Product Data
Imaging
| Pixels | Effective: 20.1 Megapixel |
|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 5472 x 3648 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 1" |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
| Image Stabilization | Digital, Optical |
Lens
| Focal Length | 9.4 to 25.7mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24 to 70mm) |
|---|---|
| Optical Zoom | 2.7x |
| Digital Zoom | 16.3x Maximum (44x Combined Zoom) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 to 2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/11 |
| Focus Range | 1.97" to Infinity / 5 cm to Infinity (Wide)11.81" to Infinity / 30 cm to Infinity (Telephoto) |
| Optical Design | 10 Elements in 9 Groups |
Exposure Control
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100 to 12800 (Extended: 64 to 25600) |
|---|---|
| Shutter Speed | Mechanical Shutter1/2000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode 1/2000 to 4 Second in Auto Mode Electronic Shutter1/32000 to 30 Second 1/32000 to 4 Second in Auto Mode |
| Metering Method | Average, Center-Weighted Average, Multi, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
| White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 24 fps at 20.1 MP |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Self-Timer | 2/5/10-Second Delay |
| Special Options | Panorama |
Video
| Recording Modes | MP4/XAVC SUHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p [16 to 100 Mb/s] AVCHD/MP4Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i [17 to 24 Mb/s] |
|---|---|
| Recording Limit | Unlimited |
| Video Encoding | NTSC/PAL |
| Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo)External Microphone Input (Stereo) |
| Audio File Format | AC3, Linear PCM (Stereo) |
Viewfinder and Monitor
| Monitor Size | 3" |
|---|---|
| Monitor Resolution | 921,600 Dot |
| Monitor Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD |
Flash
| Built-In Flash | No |
|---|---|
| Flash Modes | Auto, Flash On, Off, Rear Sync, Slow Sync |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Interface
| Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | 3.5mm Microphone, HDMI D (Micro), USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) |
| Wireless | BluetoothWi-Fi |
| GPS | No |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
|---|
Physical
| Battery | 1 x NP-BX1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 3.6 VDC, 1240 mAh (Approx. 260 Shots) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 4.15 x 2.36 x 1.71" / 105.5 x 60 x 43.5 mm |
| Weight | 10.37 oz / 294 g (Body with Battery and Memory) |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 0.935 lb |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.2 x 4.7 x 2.9" |
