[News] Sony Introduces ZV-1 Camera Made for Vloggers

For all of the vloggers out there in the world, Sony has today announced its new ZV-1 camera made for content creators. From its lightweight, compact “all-in-one” solution, find out below how Sony made this camera special for content creators of all skill levels.

The ZV-1 features a 1.0-type stacked Exmor RS CMOS image sensor with DRAM chip and 24-70mm F1.8-2.8 ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* large-aperture lens to create a background bokeh (background blur), allowing the subject to stand out from the background.

The camera utilises Sony’s leading-edge autofocus system, Real-time Tracking, which tracks subjects with high accuracy and incredible speed.

The ZV-1 also includes the latest-generation BIONZ X image processor with front-end LSI, delivering high resolution as well as low noise for superior image quality. It also combines this imaging technology with high-quality and versatile audio options.

The ZV-1 is Sony’s first compact and lightweight (approx. 294g / 105.5mm x 60.0mm x 43.5mm) camera with a side-opening Vari-angle LCD screen, making it easier to compose your shots in selfie mode while connecting external audio accessories. To meet any video need, the ZV-1 contains advanced video features including 4K movie recording and in-body image stabilisation.

“Sony’s new ZV-1 was purpose-built to specifically meet the needs and demands of vloggers and content creators,” said Jun Yoon, Head of Digital Imaging, Sony ANZ.
“We are always listening to our customers, and this dedicated camera is the result of direct feedback from our extended creative community. Featuring an innovative design plus many new technologies, settings and modes, it will allow video content creators and casual video shooters to make content in ways they have never been able to before. The ZV-1 aims to let the subject shine in any environment. Every single feature is optimised for any type of daily video creative expression.”

Here are some of the main features of the camera:

Quickly switch between two modes of background bokeh

The ZV-1 offers a simple solution to easily switch between two levels of background bokeh while recording. Using the new Bokeh Switch function, easily adjust the optical aperture between more and less background, defocusing blur without losing focus on the subject. Located on top of the camera, this Bokeh button is easily accessible and makes selfie shooting operation a breeze.

Focus on the subject you want

The ZV-1 makes it easier to shoot product reviews and similar video content. Gone are the days of placing a hand behind an object to prompt the camera to bring it into focus thanks to a new Product Showcase Setting, which allows for quick and smooth focus transitions between the subject’s face and the object placed in front of the lens.

Building on the leading-edge technology developed for α (Alpha) and RX series cameras, this new compact camera includes advanced autofocus (AF), allowing it to identify and track subjects with high accuracy and speed while recording. For maintaining focus on the intended subject or subjects in busy environments, Real-time Eye AF and Real-time Tracking for video allows the ZV-1 to seamlessly switch focus between multiple subjects while controlling the AF speed and tracking sensitivity.

Prioritise your face

Extreme changes in lighting, like walking outside on a sunny day or suddenly moving from a bright location into shade, are no problem for the ZV-1 thanks to the new Face Priority auto exposure (AE) function. It detects and prioritises the subject’s face and adjusts the exposure to ensure the face is depicted at an ideal brightness in any environment. This AE technology also suppresses an abrupt change in exposure if the subject quickly turns away from the frame to eliminate unexpected blown-out or extremely dark shots.

Natural colour

The ZV-1 features advanced colour science re-engineered to optimise skin tones. To enhance emphasis on the subject’s face – especially when shooting in selfie mode – the ZV-1 creates a smooth and natural complexion, while also maintaining sharp images of the mouth and eyes in both videos and stills.

Crystal clear audio

High quality content requires clear, excellent audio quality, and the ZV-1 is well-equipped to produce just that with reliable and versatile audio options. The ZV-1’s onboard mic features Sony’s latest Directional 3-capsule Mic which was designed for forward-directional audio capture, allowing for clear capture of the subject’s voice while minimising background noise, especially when operating in selfie mode. For added flexibility, the ZV-1 also features a standard 3.5mm mic input and Multi Interface Shoe (MI shoe) making it easy to connect a wide range of external microphones. The ZV-1 is also supplied with a wind screen accessory that fits on the MI shoe to minimise wind interference.

The ZV-1 will be available in New Zealand from mid-June 2020, price is yet to be confirmed.

For more information, please visit: https://www.sony.co.nz/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/zv-1