Sony has released its second vlogger friendly digital camera in its ZV collection, the ZV-1F. Compared to the ZV-1, the ZV-1F drops a gaggle of functions for a decrease charge and less difficult operation.
The ZV-1F functions the same 20.1MP 1.0-type (thirteen.2mm x eight.8mm) Exmor RS CMOS sensor has the ZV-1. Instead of a variable zoom lens, the ZV-1F has a 20mm (35mm equivalent) f2.0 constant top lens. This offers a big subject of view, even large than the widest focal period at the ZV-1, making it suitable for hand-held vlogging situations as you not must stretch your arm to accommodate your self and others inside the frame. It also offers a extra interesting focal duration for things like road photography.
The ZV-1F is able to recording 4K video at as much as 30fps. Sony has a variety of photo profiles to be had, along with S-Log2, S-Log3 and HLG however it's really worth noting that the ZV-1F can simplest record in 8-bit 4:2:0, so it's not the exceptional best footage for making heavy color grading. It is, however, appropriate to file and add without delay the usage of a wi-fi cellphone connection. The ZV-1F can also file vertical videos, making it ideal for Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube Shorts.
The digital camera has a built-in directional three-capsule microphone with a bundled windscreen. You can connect an outside microphone via the 3.5mm mic jack but there may be no hotshoe. You additionally get micro HDMI and the microUSB on the ZV-1 has been changed with USB-C.
Other functions borrowed from preceding Sony cameras include SteadyShot virtual image stabilization, which is the only form of stabilization available on this digicam, Eye AF, object tracking, Product Showcase mode for fast and mechanically switching cognizance among your face and an item in your hand, Soft Skin Effect, and the equal 7.5cm 921,600 dots articulating touchscreen display.
The Sony ZV-1F is priced at $500 and could be available overdue October.
