Sony ZV-1F Vlogging Camera (Black)

The ZV-1F will be available from late October at a recommended price of $499. This is $300 less than the launch price of the existing ZV-1 model.

The Sony ZV-1F is a fast and intuitive camera, ideal for grab-and-go vloggers while also still offering great photo capabilities. It has Sony’s impressive SteadyShot stabilization tech for smooth 4K video footage, along with the brand’s industry-leading autofocus and face-tracking smarts.

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  Very lightweight and portable, Easy to get going quickly, Impressive image and video quality for such a small camera

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  Settings aren’t as easily accessible as they would be on a bigger camera, Most users will need to buy the additional grip, Limited photography capabilities

The Sony ZV-1F's wide lens, digitally stabilized 4K, and quality audio should appeal to vloggers, but distracting, fluttering autofocus make it difficult to recommend.

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  4K video with effective digital stabilization, Strong in-camera audio, Sharp wide-angle lens, Type 1 sensor and f/2 optics do well in dim light, Tally lamp and video-minded feature set

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  Distracting focus flutter hurts video quality, Bright screen setting disabled in 4K, Doesn't support Raw photos, Underwhelming battery life

Sony has been carving out a space in the entry-level vlogging scene since it launched the ZV-1 in 2020. Since then, the company has introduced two more cameras to the series. It added the ZV-E10 with an interchangeable lens mount in 2021 and, more recently, it announced its most beginner-friendly...

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  Bright 4K video, Beginner-friendly touch controls, Useful vlogging features, Small, lightweight body, You want to upgrade from your smartphone: If you’re looking to capture bright 4K video and soft bokeh but love the ease of your phone camera, the simple controls and touch capabilities on the ZV-1F...

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  4K is only supported at 30p, Limited zoom, You want smooth 4K/120p video: This camera forces you to choose between the sharpness of 4K and the smoothness of 120p.

The ZV-1F is that is a camera built for aspiring content creators. Whether you have your eye on TikTok or Youtube, or you want to try your hand at live-streaming from a desktop gaming PC, the ZV-1F is a gateway into those worlds, without needing to invest in lots of different kit.

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  Small and lightweight, Wide field of view, Effective auto-exposure and object tracking, Proper flip-out touchscreen, Easy plug and play webcam

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  Fixed lens, Focus hunting at times, Not much to grip on to, Battery life could be better

I have always wanted to start vlogging and read great reviews about this camera and it does not disappoint!

I bought this camera for my podcast and am really happy with it. Great quality, easy to use, and excellent accessories to go with it. I do worry about dropping it so I wish it had a wrist strap. I'll also be buying a screen protector and case for it.

I have never vlogged in my life so this camera was always going to be interesting to test. Also my history with cameras in the past has pretty much been point and shoot still pictures.

As an entry level vlog camera, it ticks all the basic boxes you’d expect from a camera like this. The added mic included is a plus, as well as the compact nature, not being too heavy. It’s a simple camera with up to date functionality with pairing it with your phone and WiFi.

As a complete novice to vlogging this was the perfect camera for me. Out of the box, insert the memory card, remove the lens cap, press record and off we go!The menus are easy to follow, you can create your own custom menu too for quicker shortcuts.

Compact, size, good battery life. Fixed 20mm F2/0 wide angle lens, 40k 30p and a comparitvely large sensor.Although this camera is Sony's entry level model, it packs some pretty decent features.

So I have just opened the box on the new Sony ZV-1F vlogging camera and I am impressed with the build quality and how compact it is. I have used a Sony A6000 series camera for the last 6 years so I was right at home when I saw the controls on the ZV-1F as everything looked very familiar.

This Sony ZV-1F compact and lightweight vlogging camera, clearly aimed at the vlogging community, includes features such as a good microphone, articulated 3" touch screen, wide angled lens with autofocus and zoom which are perfect for both video and stills.

My ZV-1F arrived November 22 and went to theBATH CITY XMAS FAIR ,I Vloged a talented trumpet busker in the street and later the BATH ABBEY lit with XMAS lighting ,what startling excellent results in spite if the cold (+2C) which the lithium battery and camera kept up the HD PERFORMANCE.

This is my first V-log camera, it’s small, compact and absolutely loaded with features and customisations. Once unboxed I added a memory card to get up and running. I’m working my way through all the uses, but it is good to go right from the box.