Sony ZV-1F

Bright 4K video Beginner-friendly touch controls Useful vlogging features Small, lightweight body

4K is only supported at 30p Limited zoom

The Sony ZV-1F is a great entry-level vlogging camera capable of producing sharp and vibrant 4K videos out of the box with very little effort. However, I wouldn’t recommend the camera to anyone looking to expand beyond the simple controls and fixed lens.

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

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 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...

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

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

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.

Extremely compact Intuitive interface with the latest Sony menus ‘Product Showcase’ mode works well Good built-in microphones, with mic jack to expand your options Sharp, ultrawide prime lens Filter thread for ND use or creative filters

Slow sensor readout leads to ‘jello’ rolling shutter artifacts Contrast detect autofocus can sometimes ‘flutter’ when recording video No raw capture for photos Fiddly controls when using more manual settings No headphone jack No optical stabilization

The ZV-1F is a camera aimed at vloggers and others who want to film themselves. It features vlog-friendly features such as a wide, 20mm equivalent lens, a good microphone with a detachable wind screen, and Sony's 'product showcase' mode, which...

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

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

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...

Good quality 3-capsule mic ; Small and lightweight build ; Impressive video quality for a compact

No dedicated headphone socket ; Autofocus is contrast detect only

A fine pocketable vlogging camera for newbies, but you’ll get more mileage from its pricier Sony sibling

Small and lightweight Great video quality Excellent autofocus performance

Limited physical controls Disappointing battery life Not quite wide-angle enough with SteadyShot activated

Is it perfect? Certainly not. If you’re searching for an all-purpose camera for casual photos and the occasional video, this likely isn’t it. However, if vlogging is your primary focus and you’re on the lookout for a pocket-sized video powerhouse,...

The Sony ZV-1F is a more affordable version of 2020's ZV-1, with both being a compact vlogging camera designed for creators. Aimed at smartphone owners who want a more capable video camera without breaking the bank, the ZV1F looks and feels very much...