Sony ZV-1

24 - 70 mm, 20.10 Mpx, 1"
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Product details

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.

Key specifications

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"
Autofocus type
Contrast detection, 
Phase-based
Item number
13259360

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
ZV1BDI.EU
Release date
26.5.2020

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Juoda

Material

Material group
Metal, 
Plastic
Specific material description
Aluminium, 
Plastic

Application range

Scene mode
Fireworks, 
Landscape, 
Night, 
Night Portrait, 
Sports, 
Sunset
Scope of application
Travel photography

Camera properties

Country code
CH
Camera type
Compact camera
Camera equipment
Lens built-in
Image stabilisation method
Electric
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
Wi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoe
White balance
Automatic, 
Daylight, 
umbra
Exposure type
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

Sensor properties

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

Camera lens properties

Max. aperture
f/1.8
Aperture
f/ 1.8 - 2.8
Focal length
24 - 70 mm
Min. focal length
24 mm
Max. focal length
70 mm
Optical zoom
2.70 x
Lens equipment
Zoom function

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
921600 Pixels
Display functions
Fold-out, 
Touch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
No viewfinder

Focusing

Focus type
Manual focus
Minimum focus distance
30 cm
Autofocus type
Contrast detection, 
Phase-based
Autofocus areas
425 x

Performance

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

Video

Max. Video resolution
3840 x 2160 Pixels
Max. video resolution standard
4K
Max. refresh rate
60p
Max. frame rate
4K (30fps), 
Full HD (60fps)

Data storage properties

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

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEG, 
RAW
Video file formats
AVCHD, 
XAVC S

Durability

Waterproof
0 m

Connections

Connections
3.5mm jack, 
Micro HDMI (Type D), 
USB 2.0, 
USB multi

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Battery properties

Power capacity
4.50 Wh

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, 
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Quick start guide

Product dimensions

Width
105.50 mm
Length
60 mm
Height
43.50 mm
Weight
294 g

Package dimensions

Length
15.40 cm
Width
11.80 cm
Height
7.50 cm
Weight
560 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Nikon
    1 %
  • 1.Sony
    1 %
  • 3.Canon
    1,2 %
  • 4.Fujifilm
    1,7 %
  • 5.OM System
    1,8 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 4.Kodak
    5 days
  • 5.Nikon
    8 days
  • 6.Sony
    9 days
  • 7.Olympus
    13 days
  • 7.Panasonic
    13 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.Fujifilm
    4,4 %
  • 7.Easypix
    4,7 %
  • 7.Sony
    4,7 %
  • 9.Nikon
    5,5 %
  • 10.Panasonic
    5,7 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good88/100
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Foto HitsSingle testReleaseJanuary 2025

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.

Good79/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseAugust 2022
  • PositiveHigh image quality
  • Positivelong video recording
  • Positivegood microphone
  • NegativeNo viewfinder built in

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.

Very good98/100
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Foto HitsSingle testReleaseJanuary 2021
  • PositiveThe ZV-1 convinces with very good features and image and video quality for vloggers. The compact dimensions make it very easy to always have it with you.
  • NegativeFor photography, a viewfinder like on many Sony RX compacts would be helpful. The equipment would gain considerably with an included handle or table tripod.

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...

Good79/100
Rank 6 out of 7Stiftung Warentest7 DigitalkamerasReleaseNovember 2020

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.

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digitalkamera.deSingle testReleaseAugust 2020
  • PositiveVery good 4K video function
  • PositiveImpressive continuous shooting mode
  • PositiveFast autofocus, even with videos
  • PositiveVery good image quality up to ISO 800, good at ISO 1,600
  • NegativeOnly moderate edge resolution of the lens
  • NegativeNo lens adjustment ring
Very good96/100
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dkamera.deSingle testReleaseJune 2020
  • PositiveVery fast 2.9x zoom lens (F1.8 to F2.8)
  • PositiveWith 24mm very good wide angle range
  • PositiveEffective optical image stabiliser
  • PositiveThe autofocus can also follow moving subjects very well
  • PositiveFull and semi-automatic modes and manual exposure mode available
  • Positive4K video recording at up to 30 full frames per second (2160p30)