Rating 3.8 8 reviews
Manufacturer: Sony
price SGD 999.00 - SGD 1,159.00
dpreview.com
2 years ago

Sony ZV-1 Mark II review, a vlogging camera with excellent video that thrives in auto modes

The video-centric Sony ZV-1 Mark II has excellent rolling shutter, industry-leading autofocus and a very nice selfie-friendly zoom lens, but runs into issues with short battery life and flat out-of-camera audio. The camera thrives in auto modes, making it best suited for users seeking a simple-to-use camera.
Pros:
  • Video creators seeking a feature-packed dedicated device without a large learning curve.
Cons:
  • Video creators desiring manual controls and still photographers seeking a pocketable compact.
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SlashGear
2 years ago

Sony ZV-1 II Review: The Best Vlogging Camera Gets Better, With A Price To Match

The venerable point-and-shoot camera is currently grappling with an existential crisis that's loomed large for some time. Over the past five years, smartphone cameras have not just improved — but surged ahead.
Pros:
  • Heavily improved touch-based user experience, Hands-off controls simplify shooting for every type of user, 18-50mm focal range dramatically improves vlogging potential, Retains crowd-favorite featherweight ergonomics of original, Connectivity improvements
Cons:
  • A touch more expensive than ZV-1, Battery life is still woefully short, Touchscreen responsiveness inconsistent
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TechRadar UK
2 years ago

Sony ZV-1 II review

This is a well-built, responsive, almost pocket-sized hybrid suited to a variety of uses, and a sensible ‘all-in-one’ option for everyday adventures. The new wider zoom lens setting makes it better suited than its predecessor to group portraits, shooting in landscape, and simply fitting more into...
Pros:
  • Touchscreen is now more useful and more intuitive, Optical zoom now starts out at an ultra-wide 18mm, New Cinematic Vlog settings offer a variety of looks
Cons:
  • No headphone jack, No USB-C cable or mains adapter supplied, No in-body image stabilization
Read more on TechRadar UK
Trusted Reviews
1 year ago

Sony ZV-1 II

The ZV-1 II’s portability, screen, audio quality and autofocus setup are all mightily impressive, but it lets itself down with feeble image stabilisation and slightly limited video options.
Pros:
  • Compact and lightweight build, Strong autofocus performance, Good built-in microphone
Cons:
  • Disappointing image stabilisation, No 10-bit video recording option, Not great for still photography
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RTINGS
2 years ago

Sony ZV-1 II review

The Sony ZV-1 II is a good vlogging camera. Its new wider-angle lens is well-suited to vlogs. Its large fully-articulated screen also makes it easy to monitor yourself while recording, and, with full touch capability, it's easy to adjust settings on the fly without diving into the menu.
Pros:
  • Wide-angle lens is ideal for vlogging., Fully articulated touchscreen., Vlog-friendly modes and features., Good amount of frame rate options., Highly portable design.
Cons:
  • Slippery grip., No optical or in-body stabilization., Overheats very quickly in 4k., Mediocre battery life.
Read more on RTINGS
PC Magazine UK
2 years ago

Sony ZV-1M2 (Review Sony ZV-1M2)

An excellent vlogging camera with disappointing battery life
Pros:
  • Smooth, accurate autofocus, Several vlog-centric exposure modes, Quality in-camera audio, Effective digital stabilization, Bright, wide-angle zoom lens
Cons:
  • Poor battery life, Outdated rear LCD, Omits headphone monitoring jack
Read more on PC Magazine UK
Camera Decision
2 years ago

Sony ZV-1 II

Launched in May 2023 , Sony ZV-1 Mark II is a 20.0MP Large Sensor Compact camera with a 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor, Fully articulated touch screen and 2.9x zoom 18-50 mm F1.8–4.0 lens. Sony replaced the older ZV-1 with this model.
Pros:
  • Product Showcase Mode, 3.0-stops Built-in ND Filter, Gyroscopic Stabilization, Stacked Type Sensor, Unlimited Video Recording (no 30min limit), Photo/Video Mode Switch, Built-in Wireless (Wi-fi), Bluetooth Connectivity, Articulating Screen, External Flash Shoe, 4K (UHD) Video, Touch Screen, RAW...
Cons:
  • No Image Stabilization, No Built-in Viewfinder, Low Battery Life: 260 shots, No Environmental Sealing, 50 mm - Poor Telezoom Coverage, Optical Zoom only 2.9X
Read more on Camera Decision
Pocket Lint
2 years ago

Sony ZV-1 II review: Better in some ways, worse in others

All in all, the ZV-1 II is a bit of a mixed bag. We got some of the things that the camera needed, like a wider lens and better touchscreen functionality, but at the cost of some features that we didn't want to lose, like OIS and high-speed slow motion. On the whole, we'd say it's an improvement on its predecessor, mainly owing to the massively improved touch-controls, wide lens, autofocus tweaks and a better microphone setup. If you're using it for vlogging, as the manufacturer intends, then these four factors make it so much more appealing.
Pros:
  • Wider field of view
  • Excellent 3-capsule microphone
  • Exceptional autofocus performance
  • Improved touchscreen controls
  • Compact, lightweight and portable
Cons:
  • Slower lens at the telephoto end
  • No optical image stabilisation
  • Less slow motion options
  • Loud zoom motor
Read more on Pocket Lint
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