Sony ZV-1 II Vlog Camera for Content Creators and Vloggers (Black)
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Product highlights
- Ultra-wide 18-50mm zoom lens gets it all in the frame
- Large 1.0-type sensor for professional results even in low-light
- Wide aperture F1.8-4.0 lens for beautifully defocused backgrounds
- Clear audio with directional 3-Capsule mic and windscreen accessory
- High-quality 4K movie and 20.1 megapixel still photos
- Stay in focus with Realtime autofocus tracking and Eye-AF
- Side-articulating touchscreen LCD for easy-to-compose selfie shots
- Easy touchscreen operation for frequently used features and more
- My Image Sty1e2 lets you easily adjust brightness and color
- Add a dramatic touch with the Cinematic Vlog Setting
- Creative Look offers ten presets to match your style
Sony ZV-1 II Vlog Camera for Content Creators and Vloggers (Black)
Elevate your vloggingThe ZV-1 II is an ideal all-round vlog camera. Compact and portable, it features a wide-angle zoom lens for versatile framing, a 1.0-type (1-inch) image sensor for great image quality, and an intelligent microphone for clear audio recording.
Frame it all
With the vlog camera ZV-1 II, you can shoot everything from group selfies to sprawling cityscapes. The wide-angle 18-50mm1 zoom lens can capture a wide field of view from 18mm, so you can easily fit everyone or everything in the frame to beautiful portraits at 50mm. Whether you're indoors or out, the wide-angle lens turns everyday scenes into dynamic footage.
Creative colors
No experience is needed to make an impressive vlog with all the right visuals from the outset. My Image Sty1e lets you simply tweak brightness and color while viewing what you plan to shoot-all without having to wade through menus. For shots with more creative color and mood, Creative Look offers ten presets so simply select one that matches your vision.
Add a dramatic touch
Just tap the screen to turn everyday moments into cinematic imagery, all without post-production editing. With the Cinematic Vlog Setting, the camera automatically shoots in a Cinemascope aspect ratio at 24 fps - the film industry standard. You can also change the color of your footage simply by selecting from five LOOKs and tour MOODs for an instant, professional results.
Built-in mic for clear voice recording
With the ZV-1 II, capturing high-quality audio is even easier. In [Auto] mode, the new built-in Intelligent 3-Capsule Mic switches the direction of the built-in mic from [All Directions] to [Front] when the camera recognizes a human face in the frame. Or you can switch manually from [Auto] to [Front] for selfies or [Rear] when shooting with narration. Attach a supplied windscreen to reduce wind noise and capture clearer audio outdoors.
Effortlessly portable
Small and lightweight, the vlog camera ZV-1 II is designed to be taken out anywhere - just like your smartphone. Weighing just 10.3 oz. (292g), capture everyday life with ease and grab content on the go.
Simple, intuitive control
Even first-time vloggers can jump straight into shooting with the ZV-1 II; there's no need to study complex settings. Touch function icons like recording, self-timer and the Product Showcase Setting are displayed on the screen for easy control. These are also great for shooting selfies or in other situations when you can't reach the physical buttons on the camera.
Focus on you
The ZV-1 II automatically makes sure you always stay in focus with Touch Tracking. It recognizes human faces and eyes, so it keeps track of the main subject without wandering off. Just tap the subject on the screen to activate the feature. Eye AF can even be set to track animal faces and eyes.
Focus on what you want
Activate Real-time Tracking to follow a subject of your choice. The camera recognizes colors, brightness, and subject distance, as well as facial information to keep track of the subject so you can concentrate on grabbing the best angles. Just tap the subject on the screen to activate Touch Tracking for precise focus tracking.
Powerful image stabilization
Shaky footage can ruin the best of vlogs, but the ZV-1 II is built to let you capture great footage even while you're walking and shooting handheld. Active Mode helps to minimize camera blur, giving you steadier shots without the need for any post-shoot editing.
Stand out with just a tap
The ZV-1 II is designed for easier content creation. Activate the Product Showcase Setting and the camera will automatically focus on the product you're holding with no additional gestures needed. Or use the Bokeh Switch to get a softly blurred background - simply select [Defocus] to make the subject stand out, or [Clear] to keep the entire image in focus.
Selfies made simple
Let the ZV-1 II work for you to capture great group moments. When taking selfies in iAUTO mode with two or three people, the camera automatically adjusts the setting to keep everyone's faces sharp and clear.
Always look your best
Look your best anytime you're shooting. Without any special settings, the ZV-1 II accurately captures your skin tone, ensuring a healthy and natural look. Face Priority AE automatically brightens your face so there's no need to worry about lighting either. There's also a Soft Skin Effect selectable to OFF/ Low/ Mid /High to adjust your skin smoothness.
Sony's cloud services
Log in to the Creators’ Cloud11 to make the most of Sony production support tools. Creators' Cloud is a platform that supports creative work from shooting to production by combining advanced Sony camera technology with cloud-based AI. It's also a place for discovery and collaboration with other creators around the world. Explore web, mobile, and PC-based apps providing efficient solutions that integrate cameras with shooting and production apps and services including Ci Media Cloud14 for collaborative production.
High-quality imagery
The ZV-1 II packs powerful specs in its compact body, offering impressive image quality. Its large 1.0-type image sensor means it can capture professional-level footage, shooting in XAVC S format up to 30p and in 4K, and up to 120p in Full HD for up to 5x slow motion. It also supports simultaneous proxy recording15 for efficient postproduction workflow.
Grows with your creativity
With the ZV-1 II, it's easy to take the next steps towards boosting your videography skills. Just like Sony’s professional Cinema Line or Alpha series cameras, the ZV-1 II supports S-Log3 and S-Gamut3. Cine picture profiles, giving you even greater flexibility for post-production.
Specifications
Focal Length | 18-50mm |
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Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
Minimum Aperture | F4.0 |
Focus Range | Approx. 5 cm (0.17 ft) to infinity |
Camera Features | Touch Screen, Wifi, Water Resistant |
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Monitor Size | 7.5 cm (3.0-type) type TFT Screen with Adjustable Angle (Opening Angle: Approx. 176°, Rotation Angle: Approx. 270°) |
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Battery | Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1 |
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Camera Series | ZV Series |
Configuration | Core |
Color | Black |
Mount Type | 1/4"-20 Female |
Wireless | Bluetooth/Wi-Fi |
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Memory Card Slot | SD |
Flash Compensation | +/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 EV steps) |
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Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Viewfinder type | Not Available |
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Recording Limit | Battery Life (Movies, Actual Recording): Approx. 45 min (LCD Monitor) (CIPA standard) Battery Life (Movies, Continuous Recording): Approx. 75 min (LCD Monitor) (CIPA standard) |
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Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 |
Recording Modes | MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S 4K): 29.97p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 25p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 23.98p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps) MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S HD): 119.88p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 59.94p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 29.97p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps), 23.98p (50 Mbps), 100p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 50p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps) |
Shutter Speed | Still images: 1/32000 to 1/4 s, Movies: 1/12800 to 1 s |
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ISO Sensitivity | Still images: ISO 125 - 12800 (expandable to ISO 80 - 12800), AUTO (ISO125-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), Movies: ISO 125 - 12800 equivalent, AUTO (ISO125-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit) |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3.0 EV (1/3 EV steps) |
Metering Range | EV0 to EV24 (at ISO100 equivalent) |
Metering Method | Metering Type: 120-zone evaluative metering |
Continuous Shooting | Yes Battery Life (Movies, Continuous Recording): Approx. 75 min (LCD Monitor) (CIPA standard) |
Sensor Resolution | 21.1 Megapixels |
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Maximum Resolution | 1.0-type L: 5472 x 3648 (20 M), M: 3888 x 2592 (10 M), S: 2736 x 1824 (5.0 M) |
Image Stabilization | Yes |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Size | 1 inch |
Megapixels | 21.00 |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
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