Sony ZV1FBDI 20.10MP Vlog Camera - Black

not a good picture quality

very poor picture and video quality. I would not recommend this. it is a waste of money.

nivla, 45 - 54, WIRRAL merseyside

Tiny, Mighty, & Perfect For Beginners!

I bought this camera on 29th December 2023 to replace my phone as the camera I use to film my YouTube videos with. Setup was a bit confusing at first with the whole Creators' App thing, but I got there in the end & quickly learned how exactly to use it. All I can say is this: I'm certainly not gonna miss my phone. The Sony ZV-1F is the superior camera in nearly every department I can think of, especially in terms of microphone quality. It may not be perfect, but it's absolutely great & very efficient for beginners & those wanting a better camera than the one on their phone.

JustASonicFan

Better than I thought

I just bought it for vlogging, until now I was using the Sony M50 and I was happy about it, but as I travel a lot, it was taking some place and weight in my suitcase and very often I was not taking it with me for a walk because I wasn’t sure If I was going to use it. So I bought the ZV-1F because it is much lighter and very tiny, I am taking it everywhere with me. It is so easy to use and light, I am doing more videos I am more inspired because I don’t have to worry about anything, it is as easy as a phone but better quality images. I bought few days later the mic Sony ECM-G1 and I feel that I have the perfect team. I can do shorts with the easy vertical system. It would of been perfect if it was as good for pictures, but for this I have another more expensive compact camera, so everywhere I go I have the Sony in one pocket and the other camera in another. I had also to buy a ND filter because as soon as there is some light it is impossible to record without it, and I bought 3 other batteries just in case and I always take with me at least one. So I am very happy because I had high expectations ans it is in fact much better that I expected.

AlRi

Great camera

I bought this on a plan. I absolutely love it it’s very light weight, small and cute

Bey Bey, 25 - 34, Leicester

Great camera for an amateur like me!

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

Vlogging beginner

Gorgeous little camera!

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. Otherwise, it does what is says and as a prior Sony snapshot camera owner, this one does not disappoint.

pasticho1979

Great compact vlogging and still camera

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 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. Opening the box I was immediately struck by how compact the camera was but still pack in so much technology despite its size. The camera comes with a short charging lead which also doubles as a method of transferring pictures( however the blue tooth transfer is so good you wont need it for this) . It also has a wind screen which attaches to the accessory shoe. This seems to reduce wind noise very well when recording video but does look a little strange. The monitor/touch panel is extremely clear and can be turned/rotated to any angle you need which is great when using it in bright sunlight. The power button is found on top of the camera as is the function button to change from still to video, also here can be found the background defocus button. You will also find the two separate shoot buttons for video/still photography. This is a great help compared to a smart phone camera. On the rear of the camera next to the screen are the menu button which when pressed brings up the main menu on the monitor screen. You can then use the touch screen to navigate through everything at this point. The touchscreen is very responsive and very clear. As an amateur I made the mistake of trying to learn how to use the camera as I went along rather than reading the manual first. This is a mistake as you need to have a basic understanding of how to use the different functions before you start as I found out to my cost when trying to use it in very cold weather. My first attempts were in Oregon over the Christmas period in temperatures of up to minus 15 degrees Celsius. Since then I have used the camera back in the England with much easier conditions . In both conditions the camera has performed excellently with great results. At first I had trouble using the buttons on both the top of the camera and on the back as they are quite small and I have quite stubby fingers. However once you get used to where they are it becomes a lot easier. The camera automatically defaults to video mode so you need to manually adjust the shooting mode if you want to take still photos. I know the camera is aimed primarily at Vloggers but it would be nice if you could choose for the default setting to be still if you know this is the method you are going to use. The zoom is operated via the monitor and is quick at working although the focus does seem to take a few moments to readjust so you need to be aware of this. I particularly like the creative look which allows you to capture in soft tone, subdued tones, black and white and sepia and a few other options as well. If you take the same still shot using each filter you can see a substantial difference. I have uploaded a couple of the same video to You tube on standard definition and with the vivid effect on. The colour difference is noticeable although the standard shot looks more natural The speed of uploads of video and photographs via blue tooth is very quick and the camera picks up other devices to link to easily. Battery life seems very good as I have only had to charge it 3 times and this was using the camera for play back as well. I have never owned such a good quality camera and the question I ask is will I use this instead of my camera on my phone? The answer is definitely yes now that I understand all the aspects of the camera. I will especially use it for holidays and special occasions as the quality of the images will help me remember these events

Duncan, Birmingham, West Midlands

Not what consumers wanted but vlog camera is good

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 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. I wish there were more options in the quality of video being shot, though this is an entry level camera. A mount is also there to self shoot if you need it. Fundamentally, as I started off, it’s small enough to put anywhere, rugged enough to take a few knocks here and there. However, I feel Sony made the wrong decision in terms of trying to compete in this entry level market. As people know, the first of this set of these vlog cameras introduced was the ZV-1. When consumers buy a Sony product they already know the quality of product is there as shown with the ZV-1. They were willing to pay that price of a few hundred more pounds, even as their first camera. So, in terms of this an entry level camera this is great, an sd card included would have been nice as well even if it’s 16gb. But ultimately it’s a shame as the market was an expecting the upgrade camera from the ZV-1 which is an exceptionally great vlog camera for its price.

Kingeman7, Milton Keynes

Great Beginners Camera for Vloggers

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 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. The rear viewfinder screen is also touch enabled which is a great help when you are recording! It’s a sleek lightweight design that can fit in my bag easily and not too bulky or cumbersome. Not really designed for still images as no built-in flash, however, does take decent pictures of good quality. Comes with a removeable wind protector too, which is a nice touch.

Jamie293, Dorset, United Kingdom

Content Creators Dream!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 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. Sharp 20mm F2/0 fixed lens 20MP "Type 1" sensor - larger that typical phone camera sensors 4K up to 30p 1080 up to 120p Touchscreen controls Sony's new 'Product Showcase' AF Flip Screen Eye AF Face Auto exposure This camera is aimed squarely at the Vlogging market. Most of the features above really come into their own recording video, especially features such as the Product Showcase AF - where focus will move from you to an object you hold in front of you automatically. Face Auto exposure also does a really good job of keeping a good exposure of your face, even in quite challenging conditions. Overall video quality is very very good - its a step above your typical phone camera quality video. It does take stills, and they are actually of a pretty decent quality. However, you are limited to JPEG only - there is no raw capability with this camera. That being said, the JPEGs produced are nice and sharp with good vibrants colours. Perfectly suitable for social media use. Overall this is a great little camera for Vloggers, especially for those that are not doing a lot of fast action. Its easy to use, with a decent battery life and produces some very good quality videos, with great sound too! All this at a pretty low price point make this a great choice for those on a budget or new to the Vlogging game. Definitely recommended.

SgtStressUK, Swindon, England