Introduction
The Sony Alpha ZV-E1 is a full-frame vlog camera featuring a large image sensor and the BIONZ X image processing engine, delivering high-quality imagery with exceptional sensitivity and beautiful natural bokeh. Its E-mount interchangeable lens system provides extensive creative options. Combined with a flip-out vari-angle LCD, advanced audio capabilities, and features specifically designed for vlogging, it is an ideal tool for content creators.
Key Features
- Full-frame 12.1MP Exmor R Sensor: Optimized for 4K video, high sensitivity, and speed, offering 15+ stops of latitude and gorgeous full-frame bokeh.
- 10-bit 4:2:2 Recording: Supports direct pixel readout, Long GOP, or All Intra formats for enhanced color grading and editing flexibility.
- Cinematic Vlog Setting: An intuitive feature to create movie-like scenes by selecting a Look, Mood, and AF transition speed.
- AI Processor & Real-time Recognition: Advanced AI processing unit accurately tracks subjects, improving human eye recognition by approximately 60% and enabling real-time human pose estimation.
- 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization: Provides up to 5.0-stop anti-shake compensation, enhanced by the Dynamic active Mode for exceptionally stable footage, even when moving.
- AI-based Framing Stabilizer: Automatically maintains a constant subject position within the frame, ideal for dynamic shooting.
- AI-based Auto Framing: Intelligently crops the frame to keep the subject prominent, simulating professional tracking.
- Multiple Face Recognition: Optimizes depth of field for selfies and group shots, ensuring all faces remain in focus.
- Picture Profile with LUT Support: Allows import of custom LUT files for monitoring and creating specific looks directly in-camera.
- Intelligent 3 Capsule Microphone: Features a high-performance microphone with variable directivity for clear audio capture, adaptable to shooting conditions.
- E-Mount Compatibility: Works with all Sony E-mount lenses, offering a vast range of focal lengths from 12mm to 1200mm.
- 4K 120p Slow Motion: Offers in-camera 4K recording up to 120 frames per second for up to 5x slow-motion effects. Full HD recording supports up to 10x slow motion at 240 fps.
- Natural Skin Tones & Bokeh Control: Delivers consistent skin tones and foliage rendering, with a dedicated Bokeh Switch for impressive background defocus.
- My Image Style: Directly adjusts key parameters like bokeh, brightness, and color tone for expressive imagery.
- Product Showcase Setting: Simplifies shooting product review videos by automatically switching focus between the presenter and a product.
- S-Gamut3.Cine/S-Log3 & S-Gamut3/S-Log3: Advanced color science for enhanced shadow-to-mid-tone reproduction and flexible color grading.
- Flexible ISO Log Shooting: Allows ISO sensitivity to adjust with scene brightness while aperture and shutter speed are set manually.
- Breathing Compensation: Minimizes angle of view shifts caused by focus breathing during movie recording.
- In-camera Time-lapse: Create time-lapse sequences directly within the camera, with adjustable exposure intervals.
- Creative Zoom Control: Versatile zoom control via a dedicated lever, supporting powered zoom lenses and Clear Image Zoom.
- Multi Interface (MI) Shoe: Supports digital audio interface for high-quality external microphones without cables.
- Stable Smartphone Connectivity: Improved connection stability for image transfers to the Creators' App.
- High-Quality Live Streaming: Supports live streaming up to 4K 30p with UVC/UAC, functioning as a 4K webcam.
- Intuitive Touch Operations: Simplified menu navigation and control via the LCD panel.
- Dust and Moisture Resistant Design: Sealing around buttons and seams provides protection against dust and moisture.
- Compact & Lightweight: Described as the world's smallest, lightest full-frame interchangeable lens vlog camera.
- Accessibility Features: Includes screen reader functionality and other features to facilitate operation.
- Recycled Materials: Utilizes SORPLAS™ and other recyclable materials in its construction.
- Environment-Friendly Packaging: Uses plastic-free packaging made from bamboo, sugar cane, and recycled paper.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Camera Type | Interchangeable lens digital camera |
| Lens Mount | E-mount |
Camera Section
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | 35mm full frame (35.6 x 23.8 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor |
| Number of Pixels (effective) | Still images: Approx. 12.1 megapixels max. Movies: Approx. 10.1 megapixels max. |
| Number of Pixels (total) | Approx. 12.9 megapixels |
| Optical Low Pass Filter | Yes |
| Color Temperature Range | 2500 K - 9900 K |
| Anti-Dust Function | Yes |
Recording System (Still Image)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Recording Format | JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant) |
| Image Size (pixels) [3:2] | 35mm full frame L: 4240 x 2832 (12 M), M: 2768 x 1848 (5.1 M), S: 2128 x 1416 (3.0 M) |
| Image Quality Modes | RAW, JPEG, HEIF (4:2:0 / 4:2:2), RAW+JPEG, RAW+HEIF |
| RAW Output | 14bit RAW: Yes |
Recording System (Movie)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Video Compression | XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265 |
| Audio Recording Format | LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4ch (48 kHz 24 bit) |
| Movie Recording Format (XAVC HS 4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10bit): 59.94p (150/75/45Mbps), 50p (150/75/45Mbps), 23.98p (100/50/30Mbps) 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit): 59.94p (200/100Mbps), 50p (200/100Mbps), 23.98p (100/50Mbps) |
| Movie Recording Format (XAVC S 4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit): 59.94p (150Mbps), 50p (150Mbps), 29.97p (100/60Mbps), 25p (100/60Mbps), 23.98p (100/60Mbps) 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit): 59.94p (200Mbps), 50p (200Mbps), 29.97p (140Mbps), 25p (140Mbps), 23.98p (100Mbps) |
| Movie Recording Format (XAVC S HD) | 1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit): 119.88p (100/60Mbps), 100p (100/60Mbps), 59.94p (50/25Mbps), 50p (50/25Mbps), 29.97p (50/16Mbps), 25p (50/16Mbps), 23.98p (50Mbps) 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit): 59.94p (50Mbps), 50p (50Mbps), 29.97p (50Mbps), 25p (50Mbps), 23.98p (50Mbps) |
| Movie Recording Format (XAVC S-I 4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit): 59.94p (600Mbps), 50p (500Mbps), 29.97p (300Mbps), 25p (250Mbps), 23.98p (240Mbps) |
| Movie Recording Format (XAVC S-I HD) | 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit): 59.94p (222Mbps), 50p (185Mbps), 29.97p (111Mbps), 25p (93Mbps), 23.98p (89Mbps) |
| Movie Function | Slow & Quick Motion (S&Q): Yes Proxy Recording: Yes Movie Functions: TC/UB: Yes |
| RAW Output | - |
| Memory Card Slot | Slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card |
Focus System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF) |
| Focus Point | Still images: Max. 759 points (phase-detection AF) Movies: Max. 627 points (phase-detection AF) |
| Focus Sensitivity Range | EV-6 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached) |
| Recognition Target (Still images) | Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Airplane |
| Recognition Target (Movies) | Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Airplane |
| Other Features | AF Track Sens. (Still), AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity (Movie), AF Transition Speed (Movie), Switch V/H AF Area, AF Area Regist., Circ. of Focus Point, Focus Map (Movie), AF Assist (Movie) |
| AF Illuminator | - |
Exposure Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Metering Type | 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering Sensitivity | EV-3 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached) |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5.0 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable) |
| ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) | Still images: ISO 80 - 102400 (expandable to ISO 40 - 409600), AUTO (ISO 80 - 12800) Movies: ISO 80 - 102400 (expandable to ISO 80 - 409600), AUTO (ISO 80 - 12800) |
| Anti-flicker Shoot. | - |
Viewfinder
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | - |
LCD Screen
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | 7.5 cm (3.0-type) type TFT |
| Touch Panel | Yes |
| Number of Dots | 1 036 800 dots |
| Adjustable Angle | Opening Angle: Approx. 176 °, Rotation Angle: Approx. 270 ° |
Other Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Other Features | Product Showcase Set, Background Defocus, Soft Skin Effect, Creative Look, Custom function, Picture Profile, Time-lapse, Cinematic Vlog Setting, Auto Framing, Framing Stabilizer, My Image Style |
| Clear Image Zoom | Still images: Approx. 2x Movies: Approx. 1.5x (4K), Approx. 2x (HD) |
Shutter
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Electronic shutter |
| Shutter Speed | Still images: 1/8000 to 30 s Movies: 1/8000 to 1 s |
| Flash sync. speed | 1/30 s (35mm full frame), 1/60 s (APS-C) |
SteadyShot INSIDE (image stabilization)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Image sensor-shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation |
| Compensation Effect (Still images) | 5.0 stops |
| Mode | Still images: On / Off Movie: Dynamic active / Active / Standard / Off |
Flash
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | - |
| Control | Pre-flash TTL |
| Flash Compensation | +/- 3.0 EV |
| External Flash Compatibility | Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe. |
Drive
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Continuous drive speed (approx., max.) | Hi+: 10 fps |
| No. of frame recordable (approx.) | JPEG Extra fine L: over 1000 frames, JPEG Fine L: over 1000 frames, JPEG Standard L: over 1000 frames, RAW: over 1000 frames, RAW & JPG: 416 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed): over 1000 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed) & JPEG: 92 frames, RAW (Uncompressed): 85 frames, RAW (Uncompressed) & JPG: 57 frames |
| Pixel Shift Multi Shooting | - |
Playback
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Modes | Enlarged display mode, Protect, Rating, Shot Mark (Movie), Divider Frame, Crop, Photo Capture |
Accessibility
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Functions | Screen Reader, Focus Magnifier, Focus Map (Movie), Peaking Display, Subject Recognition in AF, Touch Focus, Touch Tracking, Touch Shutter, Touch AE, Vari-angle LCD screen, Custom function |
Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PC Interface | Mass-storage / MTP |
| Multi / Micro USB Terminal | - |
| USB Type-C® Terminal | Yes (SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2) compatible) |
| NFCTM | - |
| Sync. Terminal | - |
| Wireless LAN (Built-In) | Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz band/5 GHz band)) |
| Bluetooth | Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 4.2 (2.4 GHz band)) |
| HD Output | HDMI micro connector (Type-D), HDMI connector: 3840 x 2160 (59.94p / 50p / 29.97p / 25p / 23.98p) / 1920 x 1080 (59.94p / 50p / 23.98p) / 1920 x 1080 (59.94i / 50i), YCbCr 4:2:2 10bit / RGB 8bit |
| Multi Interface Shoe | Yes (with Digital Audio Interface) |
| Mic Terminal | Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack) |
| Headphone Terminal | Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack) |
| Remote Control (Wireless) | Yes (Bluetooth remote control) |
| LAN Terminal | - |
| Functions | Send to smartphone, Remote control via smartphone, PC Remote |
| USB Streaming | Video Data Format: MJPEG, YUV420 Video Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (15p / 30p), 3840 x 2160 (12.5p / 25p), 1920 x 1080 (30p / 60p), 1920 x 1080 (25p / 50p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 1280 x 720 (25p) Audio Data Format: LPCM 2ch (16bit 48 kHz) |
Audio
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Microphone | Built-in, stereo |
| Speaker | Built-in, monaural |
Lens Compensation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion, Breathing (Movie) |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery | One rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 |
| Battery Life - Still images | Approx. 570 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) |
| Battery Life - Movies (actual recording) | Approx. 95 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) |
| Battery Life (Movie, continuous recording) | Approx. 140 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) |
| Internal Battery Charge | Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible) |
| USB Power Supply | Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible) |
| Power Consumption with LCD screen | Still images: Approx. 3.5 W Movies: Approx. 7.0 W |
Weight
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight (with battery and memory card included) | Approx. 483 g / 1 lb 1.1 oz |
| Body only | Approx. 399 g / 0 lb 14.1 oz |
Dimensions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 121.0 x 71.9 x 54.3 mm (FROM GRIP TO MONITOR) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) (in.) | Approx. 4 7/8 x 2 7/8 x 2 1/4 inches (FROM GRIP TO MONITOR) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 - 40 °C / 32 - 104 °F |
What's in the Box
- Kit Lens: -
- Supplied Accessory: Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100, Shoulder strap, Wind Screen, Wind Screen Adaptor, Body cap, Accessory shoe cap
Notes
- 1. Approximate, effective.
- 2. 35mm full-frame equivalent.
- 3. Available in Movie and S&Q modes. Not available for XAVC S-I 4K recording in S&Q mode.
- 4. Mood is not available when the [Mono] Look is selected.
- 5. Recording frame rates are indicated as the closest integer values (e.g., 24p: 23.98 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 60p: 59.94 fps, 120p: 119.88 fps).
- 6. Black bands above and below the image are recorded as part of the image. The image area between the black bands is Cinemascope aspect ratio, but the aspect ratio of the entire recorded image area is 16:9.
- 7. Sony internal tests. Compared to the ZV-E10.
- 8. Camera may not accurately recognize all specified subjects in all conditions.
- 9. CIPA standards. Pitch/yaw shake only.
- 10. Dynamic active Mode reduces angle of view more than Active Mode. Clear Image Zoom is not available when using Dynamic active Mode.
- 11. Compared to the a7S III Active Mode. Sony internal tests.
- 12. Available only for movies. Framing is cropped from 4K images, resulting in reduced angle of view.
- 13. Available in the movie or S&Q mode when Intelligent Auto is selected with [AF Subject Recognition] set to [Human].
- 14. Microphone directivity settings become inactive when an external microphone is connected.
- 15. A free license key must be downloaded from Sony's camera upgrade website and installed in the camera. To be released in June 2023 or later. Visit https://creatorscloud.sony.net/cameraupgrade/4k120p/. QFHD (3840x2160). With approx. 10% image crop.
- 16. Post-production editing or S&Q mode recording required.
- 17. A free license key must be downloaded from Sony's camera upgrade website and installed in the camera. To be released in June 2023 or later. Visit https://creatorscloud.sony.net/cameraupgrade/4k120p/. 1420 x 804 effective sensor readout pixels.
- 18. Settings are reset when switching between the still, movie, and S&Q modes.
- 19. [Subject Recognition in AF] is locked to [Off], and [Focus Area] is set to [Zone].
- 20. Angle of view and image quality may change slightly. Breathing Compensation is not available for unsupported lenses, 120p/100p movie recording, S&Q recording at greater than 120p/100p, or stills. Lens compatibility is limited.
- 21. Supported in Catalyst Browse/Prepare Version 2020.1 or later. Image stabilization metadata is generated when using a Sony E-mount lens with the camera's optical image stabilization set to [OFF] or [Active].
- 22. Shooting time will vary according to conditions. Use the [Interval Shoot Function] to shoot time-lapse sequences at long intervals.
- 23. Maximum exposure interval is 6 seconds when shooting 4K.
- 24. Check regional availability of services and applications via https://www.sony.net/cca/.
- 25. Transfer may be interrupted when a different app is launched on some operating systems.
- 26. When streaming via USB, maximum image resolution is 3840 x 2160 and maximum frame rate is 30 fps (UVC/UAC compatible OS required). When connected via USB 2.0, maximum image resolution is HD (720p) and maximum frame rate is 30p.
- 27. Not available in the Intelligent Auto mode.
- 28. Not available when using the MOVIE button to shoot movies in the still image mode.
- 29. Not guaranteed to be 100% dust- and moisture-proof.
- 30. As of March 2023 product announcement, based on a Sony survey of interchangeable-lens digital cameras with 35mm full-frame image sensors and optical in-body image stabilization.
- 31. This function is available only when the language set in the menu is supported.
- 32. Depending on the time of production, SORPLAS™ may not be used for some parts.
- 33. Compared to the BIONZ X image processing engine in the ZV-E10. Sony tests.
- 34. Audio recording not available in S&Q mode.
- 35. A V90 class memory card is required to record XAVC S-I.
- 36. Not including materials used in coatings and adhesives.
- 37. Not including materials used in coatings and adhesives. Natural non-woven fabric may not be available during some production periods.
- 38. When subject recognition is ON during AF shooting. Face, eye, etc. recognition status can be monitored when subject recognition frame display is ON.
- 39. Camera operation depends on focus area settings and touch operation. Accurate focus may not be achieved in some situations.
- 40. Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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