Sony ZV-1 II

The ultimate vlogging camera for content creators

Sony ZV-1 II
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 14
Price 15
Usability 18
Brand Sony
Model ZV-1M2

Key Features

SENSOR 1.0-type Exmor RS CMOS sensor, 20.1 megapixels
PROCESSOR BIONZ X image processor for fast processing
AUTOFOCUS Fast Hybrid AF with 315 phase-detection points, Real-time Eye AF
PHASE DETECTION On-sensor PDAF covering 68% of the frame
VIDEO 4K up to 30p, Full HD up to 120p, XAVC S format
STABILIZATION Electronic image stabilization (Active Mode)
BURST RATE Up to 24 fps continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER None
DISPLAY 3.0-inch side-opening vari-angle touch LCD, 921k dots
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, Micro HDMI, 3.5mm mic jack
MEMORY CARD Single slot, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
WEATHER SEALING No official weather sealing, plastic construction
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 290 shots or 45 mins video (CIPA), NP-BX1

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Sony ZV-1 II

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ~ Limited Via menu/custom button
Dedicated ISO Button ~ Limited Via custom button
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✗ Not Present
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✗ Not Present
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ~ Limited Via menu/custom button

How-to Use Sony ZV-1 II

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Sony ZV-1 II Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Sony ZV-1 II

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Technical Specification

Sensor 1.0-type Exmor RS CMOS
Resolution 20.1 Megapixels
ISO Range 125-12800
Autofocus 315-point Phase Detection
Shutter Speed 1/32000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 24 fps
Video 4K 30p / FHD 120p
Stabilization Electronic (Active Mode)
Viewfinder None
LCD 3.0-inch Fully Articulating Touchscreen
Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity USB-C, Micro HDMI, 3.5mm Mic
Battery Life 290 shots
Weight 292g
Dimensions 105.5 x 60.0 x 46.7 mm