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Sony ZV-E1: The Perfect Camera for Content Creators

We're thrilled to introduce the newest member of the Sony family: the Sony ZV-E1. This cutting-edge camera takes the extraordinary image quality and creative tools of the Alpha and Cinema Line range and tailors them to the needs of content creators. Small, powerful and incredibly intuitive, the ZV-E1 helps you bridge the gap between your creative vision and the final product.

With a 12.1 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor, BIONZ XR Processor with AI Processing Unit, and strong video stabilisation, the ZV-E1 offers exceptional video performance in the smallest-ever Sony full-frame body. Its Cinematic Vlog Mode, stabiliser, and auto framing make it possible to shoot without assistants or bulky additional gear making it ideal for cinematographers, vloggers and filmmakers.

Serious Content Creation, Made Simple

The Sony ZV-E1 takes the extraordinary image quality and creativity tools pioneered in the Alpha and Cinema Line range of cameras and reimagines them as the ultimate tool for today's emerging content creators. Small, powerful and remarkably intuitive to use, the ZV-E1 makes it easier than ever to remove the gap between your creative vision and the final product.

Thanks to the use of a full-frame image sensor, the ZV-E1 can offer both cinema-level expressive control and extraordinarily powerful production tools like Dynamic Active Stabilisation and Automatic Subject Framing, expanding the range of scenarios that can be shot without assistants or bulky additional gear. Not only can you do more with a single camera than ever before, but the ZV-E1 is also extraordinarily compact, weighing in more than 0.2Kg lighter than the Alpha 7SM3, and a half-kilo lighter than some competing full-frame models.

A Tiny Video Production Powerhouse

Inheriting the sensor, processor and core image processing pipeline of the Alpha 7S III and FX3 cameras, the ZV-E1 fits seamlessly into an existing Sony workflow or makes an ideal first step into serious full-frame video production. In addition, its compact size and clean silhouette make it ideal as a practical or crash camera on larger productions.

Workflow-Friendly Design

In addition to its outstanding core image quality and design, the ZV-E1 is compatible with Sony workflow tools like S-Log and enables users to upload custom LUTs to the camera for consistent results across multiple cameras.

Cinematic Vlog Mode

Cinematic Vlog Mode adjusts a wide host of camera settings to achieve a truly cinematic look, in-camera. S-Cinetone, 15+ in-camera presets and a 21:9 aspect ratio all contribute to the creation of a film quality that might otherwise require hours of work in post, all at the push of a button.

Powerful AI-based Features

The new Framing Stabiliser and the revolutionary Auto Framing tool open up a huge range of options for solo shooters and small crews, providing automatic tracking of subjects in the frame with deep customisation.

Dynamic Active Stabilisation

The ZV-E1's full-frame sensor is also used to enhance image stabilisation for situations where hardware stabilisation is impractical or not desired. Building upon the existing Active Stabilisation, Dynamic Active Stabilisation provides extraordinary levels of stabilisation, making it possible to capture footage in-camera that would previously have required a gimbal.

Improved Time Lapse Shooting

Incorporated into the ZV-E1's S&Q mode, the new Time Lapse feature allows the ZV-E1 to capture finished time-lapse movies in-camera, without the need for assembly in post. This feature combines powerfully with Dynamic Active Stabilisation for hyper-lapse-like effects.

Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 Overview

Nimble Portrait Prime

An ideal portrait-length prime, the FE 85mm f/1.8 from Sony is a sleek short-telephoto lens designed for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. The bright f/1.8 design is an ideal balance between speed and a compact form factor and the slightly long focal length offers a flattering perspective for portraiture and event photography.

Optical Design

  • Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture allows for fine-tuned control over depth of field and also benefits working in difficult lighting conditions.
  • One extra-low dispersion element is featured in the optical design and helps to limit Colour fringing and chromatic aberrations for heightened image clarity and Colour accuracy.
  • Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.

Autofocus and Handling

  • Double linear autofocus motor delivers smooth, precise, and near silent focusing performance to benefit both stills and video applications.
  • Focus hold button on the lens barrel can be used to hold the focusing position, or can be set in-camera to control a variety of additional lens functions.
  • AF/MF switch for tactile control over the focus mode.
  • Dust- and moisture-resistant design for increased protection to the elements.
SONY ZV-E1 MIRRORLESS CAMERA
   
IMAGING  
   
Lens Mount
Sony E
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 12.9 Megapixel (4240 x 2832)
Image Sensor
35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Image Stabilization
Digital, 5-Axis
Capture Type
Stills & Video
   
EXPOSURE CONTROL  
   
Shutter Type
Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter
Shutter Speed
1/8000 to 30 Second
1/8000 to 1 Second in Movie Mode
ISO Sensitivity
Photo
80 to 102,400 (Extended: 80 to 409,600)
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multiple, Spot
Metering Range
3 to 20 EV
   
STILL IMAGE CAPTURE  
   
Image Sizes
3:02
12 MP (4240 x 2832)
5.1 MP (2768 x 1848)
3 MP (2128 x 1416)
Image File Format
HEIF, JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth
10-Bit
   
VIDEO CAPTURE  
   
Internal Recording Modes
XAVC HS 4:2:0 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50/59.94 fps [45 to 150 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98 fps [30 to 100 Mb/s]
XAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s]
3840 x 2160 at 23.98 fps [50 to 100 Mb/s]
XAVC S 4:2:2 8-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 25/29.97 fps [140 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98 fps [100 Mb/s]
XAVC S 8-Bit
1920 x 1080p at 100/120 fps [60 to 100 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 50/59.94 fps [25 to 50 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 25/29.97 fps [16 to 50 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98 fps [50 Mb/s]
XAVC S 10-Bit
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s]
XAVC S-I 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 59.94 fps [600 Mb/s]
3840 x 2160 at 50 fps [500 Mb/s]
3840 x 2160 at 29.97 fps [300 Mb/s]
3840 x 2160 at 25 fps [250 Mb/s]
3840 x 2160 at 23.98 fps [50 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 59.94 fps [222 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 50 fps [185 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 29.97 fps [111 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 25 fps [93 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98 fps [89 Mb/s]
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
Broadcast Output
NTSC/PAL
Built-In Microphone Type
Stereo
   
INTERFACE  
   
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Video I/O
1 x Micro-HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output
Audio I/O
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
Power I/O
1 x USB-C Input
Other I/O
1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Control
Wireless
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
   
MONITOR  
   
Display Size
3.0"
Resolution
1,036,800 Dot
Display Type
Articulating Touchscreen LCD
   
FOCUS  
   
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus
Autofocus Points
Photo
Phase Detection: 759
Video
Phase Detection: 627
Autofocus Sensitivity
6 to +20 EV
   
FLASH  
   
External Flash Connection
Shoe Mount
   
ENVIRONMENTAL  
   
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
   
GENERAL  
   
Battery Type
1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 570 Shots)
Shoe Mount
1 x Intelligent Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread
1 x 1/4"-20 Female
Dimensions (W x H x D)
12.1 x 7.19 x 5.43 cm
Weight
0.399 Kg (Body Only)
0.483 Kg (With Battery, Recording Media)
   
SONY FE 85mm F/1.8 LENS
   
Focal Length 85mm
Maximum Aperture f/1.8
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Mount Sony E
Lens Format Coverage Full-Frame
Angle of View 29°
Minimum Focus Distance 2.62' / 80 cm
Maximum Magnification 0.13x
Optical Design 9 Elements in 8 Groups
Diaphragm Blades 9, Rounded
Focus Type Autofocus
Filter Size 67 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L) 7.8 x 8.2 cm
Weight 0.371 kg


* Specifications subject to change by the manufacturer without notice

  • Sony ZV-E1 Mirrorless Camera - White
  • Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
  • Shoulder strap
  • Wind Screen
  • Wind Screen Adaptor
  • Body cap
  • Accessory shoe cap
  • Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 Lens
  • ALC-SH150 Lens Hood
  • Sony ALC-F67S 67mm Front Lens Cap
  • Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap

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