Welcome to my Sony ZV-E1 guides & resources page.
Here you will find the latest firmware version for the Sony ZV-E1, setup and user guides, FAQs, product images, my accessories guide, lenses guide and memory card guide.
| Latest Firmware | Manual | Accessories | Check Price & Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Version 1.03 | PDF / Online | Accessories | Amazon | B&H |
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Sony ZV-E1 Guides
Sony ZV-E1 Setup Guides
Here’s are a handful of setup guides that we recommend to help you learn more about this amazing camera.
Sony ZV-E1 Reviews
Here’s a small collection of written and video reviews for the ZV-E1.
DPReview
DPReview awarded the ZV-E1 82% in their review and concluded with the following words:
As a vlogging platform, the ZV-E10 seemingly has a lot to offer: it shoots oversampled 4K/24p video using the full width of its sensor, features a selfie touchscreen, a good built-in directional microphone, headphone/microphone ports and class-leading video autofocus. Battery life is also top of its class and the camera is livestream ready, out of the box. Unfortunately, 4K video capture results in a distracting ‘jello effect’ for clips with movement and/or fast action. And Full HD video shows poor detail capture compared to the competition. DPReview
Gerald Undone
Jason Hermann
Christopher Frost
Sony ZV-E1 Overview
The Sony ZV-E1 was announced on March 29, 2023 and is primarily targeted towards Vloggers and creators.
The ZV-E1 utilizes the same 12MP sensor as the popular a7S III and FX3 cameras providing it with very strong video foundations.
This sensor allows users to shoot 4K 60p without cropping, this will be upgradable up to 4K 120p through Sony’s Creators Cloud. A free license must be downloaded from Sony’s camera upgrade website and installed in the camera. This is expected to be released in June 2023 or later. Visit the following URL for details: https://creatorscloud.sony.net/cameraupgrade/4k120p/.
The camera has a ‘dedicated AI processing chip’ that has already made an appearance in the a7R V, helping the camera to be more effective at running machine-learning-derived algorithms.
One such AI feature of the ZV-E1 is the AI-based Auto Framing for video. Using AI-based subject recognition technology, the Auto Framing feature automatically crops the frame to keep the subject in a prominent position when shooting video.
Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
- 12MP full-frame CMOS sensor with no mechanical shutter
- UHD 4K video at up to 60p without crop
- Full HD (1080) footage at up to 120p
- 4K/120p and 1080/240 will be added later (a paid upgrade in some regions)
- 5-axis image stabilization
- UVC 4K/30p video stream when plugged in as USB device
- Unlimited 4K/30p, 30 minutes 4K/60p (at 25°C)
- Single UHS-II SD slot
- Micro HDMI slot
- 483g including battery
You can find the full ZV-E1 specifications over on Sony’s website.
Sony ZV-E1 FAQs
The Sony ZV-E1 was announced on March 29, 2023.
The Sony ZV-E1 supports both full-frame (FE) and APS-C E-mount lenses. For a complete list of supported lenses please visit my Sony E-Mount Lenses Guide.
The ZV-E1 supports SDHC/SDXC UHS-II/I memory cards
Sony NP-FZ100 battery.
Yes. The Sony ZV-E1 is a full-frame 35-mm camera.
Sony only claim that the ZV-E1 is dust and moisture resistant, so it’s not fully waterproof.
12 megapixels
Approx. 485g (1 lb 1.1 oz) with battery and memory card
Sony ZV-E1 Product Images
