Sony ZV-1 II Digital Camera | Black

Engineered for seamless and effortless content creation, the Sony ZV-1 II offers superior quality in a compact design that is user-friendly.

The camera is equipped with an 18-50mm-equivalent f/1.8-4 wide-angle zoom lens, which broadens the perspective for content creators. Weighing only nine ounces, it is perfectly suited for one-handed operation and is capable of capturing front-facing video for small groups. The enhanced autofocus system includes multiple face recognition capabilities, ensuring that all subjects remain in focus. This new format is particularly effective in confined spaces or as a vibrant addition to everyday scenes.

The ZV-1 II incorporates several well-known imaging features, including a 20.1MP 1" Exmor RS stacked CMOS sensor and a BIONZ X image processor, which together facilitate remarkably swift performance. It offers ISO sensitivity ranging from 125 to 12800 for both video and still images, as well as the ability to create significant bokeh. The processor enables Real-Time Eye AF and Real-Time Tracking capabilities, ensuring rapid and accurate focusing and subject tracking. Additionally, the Active Mode image stabilization helps to stabilize footage and minimize the effects of camera shake, resulting in smoother recordings.

The camera is equipped with a side flip-out 3" touchscreen, which simplifies front-facing composition and operation by providing easy access to both manual and automatic controls. It includes a variety of automatic touch functions such as Touch AE, Touch Tracking, Touch Focus, and Touch Shutter. Furthermore, the ZV-1 II offers features like Product Showcase Setting, Background Defocus, Soft Skin Effect, and Face Priority Auto-Exposure.

Creating high-quality content is made more accessible with the camera's Cinematic Vlog setting, Slow & Quick shooting mode, and its advanced built-in microphone. The Cinematic Vlog setting establishes a fixed 2.35:1 aspect ratio and a frame rate of 24 fps, while also providing various "Looks" and "Moods" to enhance the visual style. The Slow & Quick mode allows for frame rate modifications directly within the camera, enabling speeds up to 5x slower and 60x faster, all from a straightforward interface. The built-in three-capsule microphone is multidirectional and, when set to auto mode, utilizes the camera's face and object recognition technology to determine the optimal direction for sound capture. Additionally, a 3.5mm microphone jack and a multi-interface shoe ensure compatibility with external microphones, and the camera is supplied with a windscreen to guarantee clear audio during outdoor shooting.

The device supports extended UHD 4K video recording at 30 frames per second, and it features a USB-C port that allows for recording while charging or in combination with an external recorder or monitor if preferred. Additionally, the footage benefits from Sony's S-Log3/2 and HLG picture profiles, which are designed to align with their professional cinema cameras, enhancing color accuracy, dynamic range, and detail during recording.

20.1MP 1" Exmor RS CMOS Sensor & BIONZ X Image Processor

The 20.1MP 1" Exmor RS CMOS sensor employs a sophisticated stacked architecture that incorporates an integrated DRAM chip, resulting in exceptional image quality across a sensitivity range of ISO 120-12800, coupled with remarkably swift performance. This innovative design combines the pixel area, a high-speed signal processing circuit, and memory to enhance data throughput, facilitating features such as Real Time Tracking, Real Time Eye AF, Touch AE, UHD 4K video, and additional capabilities. Furthermore, this 1" sensor is equipped with 315 phase-detection autofocus points and 425 contrast detection zones, ensuring quicker and more accurate focusing.

Complementing this sensor is an upgraded BIONZ X image processor, which significantly enhances the speed and efficiency of the entire imaging system, allowing for blackout-free continuous shooting at rates of up to 24 frames per second, while continuously performing AF/AE calculations

Content Creator and Vlogging Features

Versatile framing

The ZV-1 II vlog camera enables you to capture a diverse range of subjects, from group selfies to expansive urban landscapes. Its wide-angle 18 mm lens provides a broader field of view than that of the human eye, allowing you to easily include everyone or everything within the frame. Whether you are indoors or outdoors, this wide-angle lens transforms ordinary scenes into engaging visual narratives.

With the ZV-1 II, you have the flexibility to compose your shots precisely as you desire, thanks to its versatile 18-50 mm zoom lens. The 18 mm setting is perfect for selfies, while the 50 mm setting excels in capturing portraits and candid moments. Additionally, the lens features maximum apertures of F1.8 for wide-angle shots and F4 for telephoto, producing a pleasing background bokeh that enhances the overall atmosphere of your footage.

Creative colors

It is not necessary to have prior experience to create a captivating vlog with the appropriate visuals from the beginning. My Image Style allows you to easily adjust brightness and color while previewing your intended shots, eliminating the need to navigate through complex menus. For those seeking a more artistic color palette and atmosphere, Creative Look provides ten presets, enabling you to choose one that aligns with your creative vision.

Infuse A Sense Of Drama Into The Narrative

Simply touch the screen to transform ordinary moments into cinematic visuals, eliminating the need for post-production editing. Utilizing the Cinematic Vlog Setting, the camera captures footage in a Cinemascope aspect ratio at 24 frames per second, which is the standard in the film industry. Additionally, you can effortlessly modify the color of your footage by choosing from five LOOKs and four MOODs, ensuring immediate and professional outcomes.

Built-in mic for clear voice recording

In [Auto] mode, the newly integrated Intelligent 3-Capsule Microphone automatically adjusts the direction of the built-in microphone from [All Directions] to [Front] upon detecting a human face within the frame. Alternatively, users have the option to manually select [Front] for selfies or [Rear] for recordings accompanied by narration. To enhance audio clarity in outdoor settings, it is advisable to attach the provided windscreen to minimize wind noise.

Focus on you

The ZV-1 II has got your back when it comes to staying in focus with its Touch Tracking feature. It can spot human faces and eyes, ensuring your main subject is always in the frame. Just tap on the screen where your subject is, and you're good to go! Plus, you can even set Eye AF to follow the faces and eyes of animals too.

Product Showcase Setting

The ZV-1 II makes content creation a breeze. Just turn on the Product Showcase Setting, and the camera will focus on whatever product you're holding without you having to do anything extra. Plus, with the Bokeh Switch, you can easily create a nice blurred background. Choose Defocus to highlight your subject or Clear to keep everything sharp and in focus.

Powerful image stabilization

Shaky footage can totally mess up an awesome vlog, but the ZV-1 II is designed to help you get smooth shots even when you're on the move and filming with your hands. Its Active Mode reduces camera shake, so you can enjoy steadier footage without having to edit it later.

Body Design

Super easy to carry around

The ZV-1 II vlog camera is compact and super light, making it perfect for taking along wherever you go—just like your phone. Weighing in at only 10.3 oz. (292g), it lets you effortlessly capture everyday moments and snag content on the fly.

Simple, intuitive control

First-time vloggers can easily start filming with the ZV-1 II without having to worry about complicated settings. The screen shows handy touch icons for recording and self-timer, making it super simple to control. These features are perfect for taking selfies or when you can't get to the physical buttons on the camera.

Connectivity

Connect To Your Phone With Ease

Linking your camera to your smartphone is super simple now with the Creators’ App. You can keep transferring data in the background, even if your phone goes to sleep or you switch to another app. Plus, you can use your smartphone or PC as a remote to control your camera from afar.

Easy streaming with just one cable

Turn your ZV-1 II into an awesome web camera by simply plugging it into a compatible device with a USB cable. With its big 1.0-type image sensor and Creative Look presets, you’ll get stunning visuals every time.