Sony

ZV-1

Name: Sony ZV-1
Brand: Sony

Sony ZV-1 (2020) Compact camera specs, 1-inch sensor, $799 launch price. Video, stabilization, battery and more.

Compact · Announced 2020-05-26

Launch price $799

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1-inch sensor
Optical + Electronic stabilization
Built-in ND filter
75 min rated runtime
294 g

Video modes

1010-bit (no badge: 8-bit; unstated bit depth counts as 8-bit)
LLog
HDRHDR
SStabilized
HL360° horizon lock
cropCropped
Recording limit (minutes)
fwAdded by a firmware update
?Not stated, e.g. S? (stabilization not stated)

Flat video
Resolution	24 fps	25 fps	30 fps	50 fps	60 fps	100 fps	120 fps
4K 16:9	4K 16:9 · 24 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit 5 min Stabilization: Active / Standard / Off; 4K Active is optical with electronic assist Crop: Active SteadyShot crop: 24mm equiv -> about 30mm equiv (DPReview, ZV-1 II review) Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 (Picture Profile) at 24, 25, 30 fps 100M or 60M. Sony: '4K continuous recording is available for approx. 5 minutes (Auto Power OFF Temp. Standard), but can be extended (Auto Power OFF Temp. High)'. 8-bit (DPReview). Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	4K 16:9 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit 5 min Stabilization: Active / Standard / Off; 4K Active is optical with electronic assist Crop: Active SteadyShot crop: 24mm equiv -> about 30mm equiv (DPReview, ZV-1 II review) Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 (Picture Profile) at 24, 25, 30 fps 100M or 60M. Sony: '4K continuous recording is available for approx. 5 minutes (Auto Power OFF Temp. Standard), but can be extended (Auto Power OFF Temp. High)'. 8-bit (DPReview). Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	4K 16:9 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit 5 min Stabilization: Active / Standard / Off; 4K Active is optical with electronic assist Crop: Active SteadyShot crop: 24mm equiv -> about 30mm equiv (DPReview, ZV-1 II review) Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 (Picture Profile) at 24, 25, 30 fps 100M or 60M. Sony: '4K continuous recording is available for approx. 5 minutes (Auto Power OFF Temp. Standard), but can be extended (Auto Power OFF Temp. High)'. 8-bit (DPReview). Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html
1080p 16:9	1080p 16:9 · 24 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Active combines optical + electronic in HD Crop: Active SteadyShot crop (Sony: angle of view changes with SteadyShot setting) Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 fps 120p/100p 100M or 60M (continuous ~5 min spec limit at 120p/100p unless Auto Power OFF Temp High); 60p/50p 50M/25M; 30p/25p 50M/16M; 24p 50M. 120p not selectable in Intelligent Auto. Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	1080p 16:9 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Active combines optical + electronic in HD Crop: Active SteadyShot crop (Sony: angle of view changes with SteadyShot setting) Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 fps 120p/100p 100M or 60M (continuous ~5 min spec limit at 120p/100p unless Auto Power OFF Temp High); 60p/50p 50M/25M; 30p/25p 50M/16M; 24p 50M. 120p not selectable in Intelligent Auto. Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	1080p 16:9 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Active combines optical + electronic in HD Crop: Active SteadyShot crop (Sony: angle of view changes with SteadyShot setting) Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 fps 120p/100p 100M or 60M (continuous ~5 min spec limit at 120p/100p unless Auto Power OFF Temp High); 60p/50p 50M/25M; 30p/25p 50M/16M; 24p 50M. 120p not selectable in Intelligent Auto. Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	1080p 16:9 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Active combines optical + electronic in HD Crop: Active SteadyShot crop (Sony: angle of view changes with SteadyShot setting) Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 fps 120p/100p 100M or 60M (continuous ~5 min spec limit at 120p/100p unless Auto Power OFF Temp High); 60p/50p 50M/25M; 30p/25p 50M/16M; 24p 50M. 120p not selectable in Intelligent Auto. Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	1080p 16:9 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Active combines optical + electronic in HD Crop: Active SteadyShot crop (Sony: angle of view changes with SteadyShot setting) Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 fps 120p/100p 100M or 60M (continuous ~5 min spec limit at 120p/100p unless Auto Power OFF Temp High); 60p/50p 50M/25M; 30p/25p 50M/16M; 24p 50M. 120p not selectable in Intelligent Auto. Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	1080p 16:9 · 100 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 fps 120p/100p 100M or 60M (continuous ~5 min spec limit at 120p/100p unless Auto Power OFF Temp High); 60p/50p 50M/25M; 30p/25p 50M/16M; 24p 50M. 120p not selectable in Intelligent Auto. Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	1080p 16:9 · 120 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log S-Log2, S-Log3 HDR HLG / HLG1-3 Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Log: S-Log2 / S-Log3 at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 fps 120p/100p 100M or 60M (continuous ~5 min spec limit at 120p/100p unless Auto Power OFF Temp High); 60p/50p 50M/25M; 30p/25p 50M/16M; 24p 50M. 120p not selectable in Intelligent Auto. Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html
1080i (AVCHD) 16:9				1080i (AVCHD) 16:9 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated 60i/50i 24M (FX) or 17M (FH), Dolby Digital audio Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html	1080i (AVCHD) 16:9 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop None Recording limit Not stated 60i/50i 24M (FX) or 17M (FH), Dolby Digital audio Source: helpguide.sony.net/dc/1910/v1/en/contents/TP0002870010.html

Caveats

4K stops after ~5 min with default Auto Power OFF Temp settingSource
8-bit only; Log and HLG are 8-bitSource
No headphone jack; wind screen covers power buttonSource
24mm wide end becomes ~30mm with Active stabilization - tight for arm's-length vloggingSource
ND filter cannot be Auto in movie mode; locked at value at start of recordingSource
HFR needs buffering/trigger workflow and records only a few secondsSource

Thermals

Sony: Auto Power OFF Temp Standard: 4K ~5 min at 20/30/40°C; HD ~30 min at 20-30°C, ~20 min at 40°C. 'High': 4K ~30 min at 20-30°C, ~20 min at 40°C; HD same as Standard. (4K 24p 60M / HD 60p 50M)Source
120p/100p continuous recording ~5 min (spec limit), extendable with Auto Power OFF Temp High; max session ~13 hSource
CineD: by default 4K stops after 5 min (overheat protection); with Auto Power OFF Temp High up to 30 min possibleSource

Firmware notes

Firmware Ver. 2.00 added USB Streaming (UVC/UAC webcam, 720p MJPEG)Source

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Announced	2020-05-26	Not stated	2025-03-26
Sensor size	1-inch	1-inch (13.3 x 8.8 mm), mounted vertically	1.4-type
Stabilization	Optical + Electronic	None	Optical + Electronic
Horizon leveling	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated
Waterproof	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated
Weight	294 g	240 g	426 g
Battery runtime	75 min	95 min	70 min

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Specifications

Overview

Category: Compact
Announced: 2020-05-26
Released: Not stated
Status: Not stated
US availability: Not stated
Features: Background Defocus (Bokeh Switch)
Product Showcase
Face Priority AE
Soft Skin Effect
Front tally lamp
Proxy recording
HFR up to 960fps
Built-in 3-step ND

Sensor & lens

Sensor size: 1-inch
Sensor resolution: 20.1 MP
Lens (equiv.): 24-70
Aperture: f/1.8-2.8
Field of view: 84°
Built-in ND: Yes

Video & photo

Video modes: 4K
1080p
1080i (AVCHD)
Max resolution: 4K303840×2160
10-bit Log up to: None
Uncropped 4K: Not stated
Codecs: H.264 (XAVC S)
H.264 (AVCHD)
4:2:2 chroma: Not stated
Max bitrate: 100 Mbps
Photo resolution: 20.1 MP
RAW photos: Sony ARW 2.3

Stabilization

Stabilization: Optical + Electronic
Horizon lock: Not stated
Horizon leveling: Not stated

Audio

Microphones: 3
Mic input: 3.5 mm
Mic input details: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack + Multi Interface Shoe
Direct wireless mic: Not stated
32-bit float audio: No

Build & battery

Waterproof: Not stated
Water and dust rating: Not stated
Drop-proof: Not stated
Weight: 294 g
Dimensions: 105.5x60.0x43.5
Mount: 1/4-inch tripod socket; Multi Interface Shoe
Battery runtime: 75 min
Battery capacity: Not stated
Removable battery: Yes
Charging power: Not stated

Screens & storage

Rear screen: 3.0-inch 921,600-dot TFT LCD
Front screen: Not stated
Touchscreen: Yes
Memory card: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I U3 for 100 Mbps) / Memory Stick PRO Duo
Internal storage: Not stated

Connectivity

Wi-Fi: 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
Bluetooth: 4.1
USB: Multi/Micro USB (USB 2.0)
GPS: via smartphone app
Webcam: USB Streaming (firmware 2.00+): MJPEG 1280x720 30/25fps
Livestream: via USB Streaming
HDMI out: Yes
Timecode: Not stated

Sources

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