Sony has added a new subcategory to its compact camera lineup, designed specifically for vulgar. The ZV-1 is a compact camera, similar to the Sony RX100 series, but with a tweaked design. The rear LCD display can be flipped outwards and rotated 180 degrees from side to side, with a preference for face autofocus and the promise of better audio quality, thanks to a directional three-capsule microphone.
Like the latest RX100 series models, the ZV-1 can shoot video up to 4K resolution. Sony has also added special modes to adjust the background blur level so that your face is more prominent when talking to the camera and the ability to prioritize an object over your face when you bring it into the frame.
Sony ZV-1 Price, Availability
The Sony ZV-1 will be available in June for a starting price of $ 749 (approximately Rs. 56,800). After June 28, it will be priced at 799 (approximately Rs. 60,600). Sony will also have a Vlogger kit for sale for 149 (approximately Rs 11,300) that includes a 64GB memory card and GP-VPT2BT shooting grip.
Sony ZV-1 Specification
The Sony ZV-1 has a 20.1-megapixel, 1-inch sensor and a 2.7x optical zoom support. Aperture ranges from f / 1.8 to f / 2.8. The rear 3-inch touchscreen display can be spotted on the front, side, giving the user better flexibility during shooting. It has the ability to track eyes and faces so you are always in focus when shooting yourself ISO range from 125 to 12,800.
The ZV-1 has a dedicated button to adjust the background bokeh when shooting Vlog. There’s also a new ‘Product Showcase’ setting that automatically shifts the focus from your face to the object shown on the camera. This should be very easy for review videos, where you want to show the product on camera The front three-capsule mic promises more clear audio and shipping camera with a windscreen for it to block wind noise. There is also a 3.5mm socket for the external microphone and a hot shoe The ZV-1 supports stability so you can get still footage while shooting handheld. The Sony ZV-1 measures 105.5 x 60.0 x 43.5 mm and weighs just 294 grams.
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