Sony ZV-E1 vlogging camera
Sony unveiled the ZV-E1 vlogging camera today. This new model is the first to have a full-frame sensor and is at the top of the company's ZV line.
The ZV-E1 has the same 12MP full-frame sensor as the A7S III and the FX3, which is of very high quality, has impressive low light capabilities, and has a dynamic range of 15+ stops. The same BIONZ XR image processor from those two additional cameras is combined with this to ensure nearly identical image quality.
In comparison to the A7S III and FX3, the ZV-E1 makes some concessions. As part of a future update, 4K 120fps is promised, but it currently maxes out at 40K 60 frames per second with 4: 2: 2/ and 10- bit. Additionally, it lacks the other two cameras' extensive heat management. The HDMI port is of the mini variety, and it only has one SD card slot.
The ZV- E1 does have a few benefits despite being an entry-level and vlogging-focused camera. It has a dedicated zoom ring around the shutter, is smaller and lighter, and has controls for quickly changing the focus and depth of field. Additionally, there is a new Cinemascope aspect ratio that eliminates the need for editing by placing black bars around the 16: 9 frame to produce an image that is 21: 9.
The ZV-E1 also includes Sony's most recent software features, including Auto Microphone directivity for spotting talking subjects as they move around, Multiple Face Recognition, which adjusts aperture to allow two people to be in focus, auto framing, where the camera crops the image to keep the subject in the frame as it moves around.
The A7R V's improved Real-time Recognition AF is capable of detecting objects like people, animals, birds, insects, cars and trains, and airplanes. Breathing Compensation keeps the field of view while racking lenses with labored breathing.
Sony's new Dynamic Active Mode stabilization, which is 30% more effective at reducing camera shake in footage, is also included with the ZV-E1.
The ZV-E1 is significantly less expensive than the A7S III or the FX3 at$ 2199 body-only or$ 2499 with a 28- 60 mm F4.5- 5.6 zoom lens. It also offers nearly the same level of performance and functionality and adds some new features of its own, making it an excellent choice for new creators.