Sony ZV-1M2 Review: Does Anyone Still "Vlog"?

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Review of the Sony ZV-1M2 camera. Discussing vlogging performance, rolling shutter, dynamic range, ergonomics, and stabilization.
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0:17 - Build & Features
1:45 - Dynamic Range
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@MindfulGrinds Жыл бұрын

Gerald. “I don’t have anything really to say about this camera.” 10 min later with tons of info, b-roll, tech specs, and testing. 😅😅 That my friends, is Undone. 😂

@MindfulGrinds Жыл бұрын

There definitely is some good vlogging out there but almost everyone is copying Casey. Lol having that refined KZfaq studio seems to be the ticket. I personally like real world tests outside because having someone talk about it fully controlled in a studio or only showing the best quality doesn’t tell the whole story.

@tugatomskanimation6370 Жыл бұрын

🎶 "He's crazy!..." 🎶

@editingsecrets Жыл бұрын

If it wasn't "already covered" like he said at the start, this might have been a long video.

@followtheboat Жыл бұрын

I think vlogging cameras are more important to test and review than the higher end gear because it's one area where there is still room for massive improvement. If you just record in a studio with tripod and lights, most cameras from the last five years will do the job perfectly, but with the advancements in stabilisation and miniaturisation we're still seeing significant step changes in cameras aimed at vloggers. Stabilisation has always been an issue for me as a travel vlogger on a boat, and it's only now that Sony is starting to look like a feasible alternative to Panasonic with its in-camera AI. And yes, there are still loads of vloggers out there, but even if there weren't, there's always a market for compact video cameras (travel, documentary, PoV, run and gun etc).

@impatrickt Жыл бұрын

much better than the ZV1F but I'd still rather use a smartphone.

@-grey Жыл бұрын

Smartphone doesn't have built in ND, optical zoom, or a flip screen to use the best lens and see yourself at the same time though... There's so many usability benefits that make these cameras a way better choice than a phone, for people that want to step up to better than "good enough" without jumping up to heavy gear with detachable lenses. Compact usability shouldn't be brushed off so easily.

@baakyashotit Жыл бұрын

Phone have bad low bitrate and heavy compression

@adz-ql6kv Жыл бұрын

GoPro 9, 10/11 is more than enough to vlog with in 2023 and you've got many third party ND filters to choose from. .... in comparison you get 10bit color 60fps @4000k. ... I was ready to buy the Z1 mark II. it's a disappointment really. I'll save for an ZV-E1. ... it maybe twice the price. but the the ZV1ii isn't even half as good.

@noodlessoul8356 Жыл бұрын

@@adz-ql6kv True, but the E1 got no stabilization afaik, unlike the GP

@impatrickt Жыл бұрын

@@-grey and I never want it to

@WORTHITORNOT Жыл бұрын

Definitely sticking with my ZV-1

@robertpaulson1752 Жыл бұрын

You 2 are the only one's I watch for honest opinions

@Squidpaws- Жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm with you. Doesn't seem like much of an upgrade besides for the focal length, better mic, usb-c and new menu system with touch screen... if it was 10bit it might have been worth it

@A1000Truths Жыл бұрын

Same.

@ionrage Жыл бұрын

@@Squidpaws- it's not for those with the og, it's for those that skipped it because it lacked certain things like not having usb c

@Squidpaws- Жыл бұрын

@ionrage yes i agree. That makes sense. Definitely some upgrades to the og, but not enough to upgrade...

@BenjaminBjurstrom Жыл бұрын

Definitely preferred the higher shutter speed

@joeygwood Жыл бұрын

The only content creator I watch who still does "walking and talking" style vlogs is Kasey from Camera Conspiracies. He's also one of the few content creators that actually has a good reason to do it. He's walking to the grocery store and has limited time to shoot videos. In most other cases it makes more sense to just put the camera on a tripod and shoot a regular talking head video.

@matttheking1655 Жыл бұрын

Knowing Kasey, he likely ain't gonna like this one either...😂😂😂

@ZeyuRen Жыл бұрын

@@matttheking1655 This is not the perfect camera, it's not the perfect cameraaaa~

@FreshWaterLake Жыл бұрын

It seems like the most attractive form factor for this style of video shooting would be something like a GoPro, but definitely not in the body of a traditional camera. I think what Peter Santenello produces with his GoPro works terrifically for what he does. Time/tech moves fast. I remember when Casey Neistat made a video showing what he called the best camera, a Canon 80D.

@scottgmaclean Жыл бұрын

Has Kasey from Camera Conspiracies been blacklisted by KZfaq content creators? I no longer see his comments on channels like this nor any references to him…

@avtoportret Жыл бұрын

@@scottgmaclean that's a conspiracy to follow!

@AtomicAgePictures Жыл бұрын

There are tons of travel channels that still do this kind of vlogging. The people that goto Disneyland, cruise ship vloggers, camping and RV vlogs, and then there are the people who try new restaurants. More than half of what I watch on KZfaq is exactly this kind of vlogging.

@richardsteinbergmakingknives Жыл бұрын

I love my ZV-1's and still use them for the occasional vlog. My A7sIII is way too big and heavy at times. If vlogging, I place it atop a Crane M3 and use a Comica quad wireless with lav for sound. Also the Neewer wide angle lens. Great video, as alway, thanks!

@marcthom Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your straight-up thoughts! You hit on everything that I had questions regarding the camera.

@TOBIASST Жыл бұрын

always appreciate your honesty gerald

@pixelundspaetzle Жыл бұрын

The thing with the smearing is always an issue when you mix electronic or gyro stabilization with slow shutter speeds. Sometimes it's really bad on FPV Copters. In instances where I might get a lot of shake I usually find it a good tradeoff to set my shutterspeed to 1/(4xFPS). Most of the time this works quite good for me.

@thephotopages Жыл бұрын

Another brilliantly summarised video! Thank you sir!

@glpro2696 Жыл бұрын

Just straight up facts ! Best review

@-grey Жыл бұрын

I love these little compact cameras they're so underrated because people are fine with their phones, but stabilisation, built in ND, optical zoom, flip screen to use the best lens are all huge usability benefits nobody talks about when preaching about their phone quality. It would be so easy to get one of these right, so idk what's holding them back. Honestly the Canon G7XIII was basically perfect with the flip up screen, it just needed Dual Pixel Auto Focus. Now, if they could keep up with 4k60 at least, and have web cam/live stream functionality for those IRL twitch streamers, they'd completely dominate the vlog market. Come on Sony/Canon just commit one time. Build it and they will come. 🙏

@kirilln4676 Жыл бұрын

in fact, original ZV-1 could be used as a web/streaming cam with latest FW. I use it right now with external mic plugged in PC (micro USB port in ZV-1 does not transmit sound from built-in mics). I'm sure mark II does it better and with sound thanks to USB-C.

@Whisky7 Жыл бұрын

Great review, i still miss 4k/60, but also GPS Positions in the Images and Videos like older Cameras had.

@PhilKnall Жыл бұрын

That's definitely what i use my zv-1 for when I'm doing a film photo walk. Mostly pointed forward of course. But with all the extra equipment in my bag it makes a lot of sense. (But the m2 doesn't because it loses more stuff i cared about than it adds...)

@TommyHe Жыл бұрын

Super helpful! As someone had Xperia Pro-I at hand with the same bluetooth camera grip, their recent offering from mobile product line seem to be more capable for "Vlogging" than this one: S-CineTone(not sure if it's 10Bit), optical stabilizer, fast read-out sensor.

@ShafreelCosmos Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video thank you. Vlogging forever! Keep doing vlog camera test.

@REVIEWSONTHERUN Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing it.✌️

@kevin-lu Жыл бұрын

I don't vlog often, but whenever I do it seems that my viewers really enjoy and ask for me.

@fujiandeye Жыл бұрын

Yes Sir thank you for the inspiration

@daniel635biturbo Жыл бұрын

If the issue is space, optical stabilization would be way more important than ND filters in my view. On paper, this "brand new" camera have surprisingly few differences to my 9 year old RX100 mkII And the age-old RX100 actually have Both Standard and Active Stabilisation.

@lemmontree1 Жыл бұрын

I use my ZV1 as webcam for work and small family vacation camera that fits in my pants. It works great for these situations.

@EricKlein Жыл бұрын

i appreciate the outdoor walking tests and wish it was done with all cameras. not just for vlogging but to see how things work outside of a studio in regards to the entire look. doing it while walking helps with all the motion stuff as well.

@JonVlogs123 10 ай бұрын

The studio quality cameras are heavy and impractical when filming a walk or vlog. In some neighborhoods, it might be like waving a giant flag saying "rob me." I have heard people criticize the GoPro line as low quality compared to this and that studio cam, but the GoPro can go where other cameras can not. I feel like tech review people tend to film in safe or studio environments so they lose touch with the reality of most camera consumers.

@EricKlein 10 ай бұрын

@@JonVlogs123 Potatojet is a good tech review channel that actually goes outside, it's refreshing.

@EricKlein 10 ай бұрын

@@JonVlogs123if you want that cinematic color science you gotta vlog on RED

@curtc6563 Жыл бұрын

Hi Gerald, great video as always! Just wondering if you might take interest in talking about old-but-not-ancient cameras. They are like a gulp. Used ones dropped price like crazy and I am looking at, for example, an FS7 mkII with accessories around 1000 dollars. It is a monster comparable to FX6 some might say...

@kylehessling2679 Жыл бұрын

I feel like its still a lot easier to fake an expensive camera look with one of these than it is with an Iphone. The progress on my 14pro max is excellent, but it still has that plastic oversharpened iPhone look. Having control over picture profiles and tone mapping is just a huge bonus in my opinion for something that fits in your pocket. 10 bit would have been a big bonus in my opinion but I'm betting this processor is about on fire as is lol...

@acklbonboncat Жыл бұрын

This is just 8 bit.

@techscout5710 Жыл бұрын

you could use camera apps, that allow for more control over the image of an iphone. But I would still rather use a real camera, as it provides better grip and makes filming more fun and a better experience.

@CartyCantDance Жыл бұрын

The “real” camera also provides a better workflow with SD cards because transferring footage off of your phone is AWFUL 😂😂😂. Small cameras like this also keep your phone storage from filling up. Lots of people who don’t use TikTok or reels don’t understand how much it crippled your storage for daily life, so this camera is a cheap solution.

@-grey Жыл бұрын

Also: 🔹Built in ND 🔹Optical zoom 🔹Custom modes & ergonomic operation 🔹Flip screen to use the best lens and see yourself at the same time

@Dincerssssss 10 ай бұрын

An extensive great review 👏🏻🙏🏻Is the built in nd filter efficient enough to avoid blown-out highlight on a sunny day?

@PE4Doers Жыл бұрын

GU, I bought the ZV-1 when it was first released (per-ordered actually form B&H) it has spent nearly its entire life in my studio as my 4K overhead camera when I am doing a demo, package opening or PC build, and it works very well for that use-case. I do not see a need to consider getting the Mark 2, since I only need one of these and none of the new features would assist with my content creation. By the way, I recently purchased the ZV-E1 to replace my stationary Panasonic camera, due to its Full Frame, AI, and 4k HDMI output for Streaming. I also have the the middle camera, the ZV-E10, that I use on a smaller Gimbal for those rare interview an\d computer store visits, or when I need a 3rd 4k camera for a specific Stream. What do you think about my usage strategy?

@ProjectLM_ Жыл бұрын

I think I fit the target audience for this camera. I'm not a "walk and talk" vlogger, but I love taking videos with friends and family of fun stuff we do together, and edit it all together in a video. Similar to how people used to use camcorders for home videos way back before digicams and phones took good quality video. But for that use case, my phone does a good enough job and is always with me. And when I want better image quality (especially for photos, or for low light), my Sony RX100 VA or the original ZV-1 already offers most of what this offers for a much cheaper price. And it's not a necessity either, it's just a fun hobby for me, so something like this is a tough sell imo.

@rickbiessman6084 Жыл бұрын

Makes sense. And I’m pretty sure that something like the ZV-E1, even though that would be a SERIOUS upgrade over any phone and also any typical compact vlogging camera, is so expensive and maybe not even portable enough anymore that someone like you would probably never be interested in buying one. Correct?

@ProjectLM_ 11 ай бұрын

@@rickbiessman6084 That's correct! I do have an a6400 for casual photography (and soon upgrading to the a6700 for that nice IBIS/digital video stabilization combo). But it's still bigger than I like and, more importantly, attracts a ton of attention. I still keep the kit 16-50mm lens for compact "vlogging" if I already have the a6400 with me for trips. But if I know I'm just only shooting casual pics and vids with friends, I prefer the form factor of my RX100VA with its OSS. But if the ZV-1 II had OSS, I'd be a lot more tempted.

@Mobius1_ 11 ай бұрын

Ive been using the original ZV1 for KZfaq content for 2 years but not vlog style. More journalism/doc style shooting my wife as the subject for talking head with the sony grip. I use a compact shotgun mic for audio and its sounds great from an arms length. I shoot aperature priority with active stab and a dynamic color setting in 1080/60. For our use case (travel) it has been awesome because of the size and price point/capability. It has been a workhorse and the ZV1M2 is high on the list for the improvements listed are my only pain points with the M1. Mount/USBC/short focal length. Im grappling with comparing the M2 to the A6700 and FX30 as potential upgrades, but at nearly 2x and 3x cheaper respectively after adding an appropriate lens, the M2 is hard to argue against. Add the size/weight into the equation and I am likely still the market for it.

@ScottGeorgeson Жыл бұрын

Hi Gerald, great video as always.. Off Topic... I would love to see a video on recording RGB changing lights, such as live stage performances, cafe etc. I can never get a great shot when and as the colors change. I know you will know how to do it...

@MollyFitzBrown Жыл бұрын

I still vlog lol I appreciate the test :) I live in Florida and do on the go videos, usually at Disney World or the beach, so I love having the best quality from something small and light weight. I've been using the zv1f just because of lens width and it's been working out great (much better quality than my iPhone 14 pro) but I'll upgrade from the zv1f to this for sure! I have an a7iv with 20mm 1.8 but its too heavy for my on the go stuff.

@untukpccom Жыл бұрын

Hello, Im tempted to buy iphone 14 pro max for my houseplant video.. Did you find the ZV1F/ZV1 Mark ii video quality much better than iphone 14 pro max? Thanks

@mylifepart2 Жыл бұрын

Y r correct...most.of the features are only aimed at a few people...rest of us it's tripod or standing still...me I use the ZV1 on a moza gimbal and that seems to solve my issues immediately...I get a wider view and total stabilization...

@ChaseTheSummit Жыл бұрын

I'd say Vlog cameras are dead but Vlogging itself isn't. As someone who often films themselves if I'm going out for a day of filming I bring two things... 1. My iPhone 14 Pro 2. My GoPro (for trail running/hiking footage). If I'm doing something more serious and wan't better image quality I skip right over the middle man "point and shoot" and go straight to a full mirrorless system with the FX3 and FX30. These point and shoot cameras can't be selling well anymore... but they must be selling some considering they keep making new ones?

@Alakazam2047 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the informative video! Even with build-in ND filter and small aperture, would you suggest external ND filters to to able to vlog in bright day light?

@deanlowe2580 Жыл бұрын

A crane m2s makes this the ultimate walk-and-talk camera setup if that is your bag, I mainly use my zv-1m2 as something that shoots better video and images than my iPhone but still fits in my pocket.

@babyboy1971 Жыл бұрын

I am actually glad it’s not a major upgrade, I just got my ZV1 end of last year and I’m happy with it. When I heard about the mark 2, I was honestly bummed out. But seeing the changes and the fact that not much really improved THAT much…I’ll stick to my ZV1, which I’ve barely used. Now I’m inspired to really put it through its paces.

@LeandroBighetti Жыл бұрын

I think it’s a downgrade in many ways. The slow motion on the original ZV1 for example destroys this one’s. I hope you enjoy your ZV1!

@xandbellido Жыл бұрын

Did you get overheating issues with zv1? How long recording before it shut down? Hoping for your reply

@LeandroBighetti Жыл бұрын

@@xandbellido no overheating issues, the ZV1 does give out an alert with the default overheating settings but if you turn the threshold to high in the menu, it just goes on without issues. It's exactly as Gerald mentions in the ZV1 review.

@MikeeRogers Жыл бұрын

Yes.

@opx4real Жыл бұрын

30 seconds after upload, I'm here to tell you this was a great video.

@MikesManCave 2 ай бұрын

Biggest update over the ZV1 for me is the USB C, the red recording ring around the screen and being able to swap batteries without removing camera from the tripod, the camera would be perfect if it was 10-70mm zoom. PS I use a Sony ZV E10 with a 10-18mm lens as my main camera, and the Sony ZV 1 ii is my B camera and EDC Camera.

@JJKoester Жыл бұрын

I take a ZV-1 to every shoot we do and use it for build documentation. It's also my go-to when I'm out with the family. We aren't really a 'phone' family and the ZV-1 is perfect for snapshots. The images are crisp and clean, the zoom goes from (just barely) wide enough to (just barely) zoomed in enough and I'm so happy to have one camera in my kit that doesn't require a separate lens. I might pick this new model up just to see how it smells.

@xandbellido Жыл бұрын

Do you get any overheating issues with zv1? How long recording usually before it shut down? Hoping for your reply

@JJKoester Жыл бұрын

@@xandbellido I don't really use it for long recording. Mostly, I do stills and maybe some 1080p video for a minute or so. We tried using it for longer recordings (specifically as HDMI out for a live-switched video podcast) and it just didn't cut the mustard. For the right use-case, it's a great little camera. For the wrong ones, it's a headache (but not a huge one).

@Technobby Жыл бұрын

With my ZV-1 mount with Neewer wide angle lense, I got roughly the same focal lense with ZV-1ii which is 18mm-52.5mm but with f1.8-2.8 instead of f4 with newer markii though compromise the size.

@Truffle1947 Жыл бұрын

I have the same set up. It is pretty decent. I sometimes pop it on little gimbal then you dont even have to use active stabe 😊

@LauraUndMariano Жыл бұрын

We still do travel vlogs like this, but when we can we put the camera somewhere, as the stretched arm is always wierd in the frame. We use the original ZV1 and like it a lot. The only big negative point is the audio from the built in mic for us, because of the noise cancelling, which can't be turned of. It sounds very strange at times and sometimes cancels out ambient noise you actually want. So we use the Video Micro on top. However, thank you Gerald for your great in depth reviews, it helped us a lot with our camera choice.

@xandbellido Жыл бұрын

Did you get overheating issues with zv1? How long recording before it shut down? Hoping for your reply

@LauraUndMariano Жыл бұрын

@@xandbellido No never. Other biggest downside is the small battery, so you are not recording more than 45 minutes or an hour of footage anyway.

@avtoVELOoperator Жыл бұрын

OMG thank You for such in-depth review focused on controversary things mostly 👍🏻 Love and own ZV-1 but won't buy next gen one.

@cesarebonazza Жыл бұрын

Ask your Crazy Video guy from Canada ( you know the one with the perfect camera for the last 20 years !!! ) and your question is really correct, I don't need to walk with it, we are using the original ZV 1 always with tripod for best result . Your Videos are as always on the money thank you.

@CartyCantDance Жыл бұрын

So I actually am uniquely qualified to answer: “who even vlogs anymore?” It’s people on TikTok! It’s just what you said, people are taking their cameras and doing street interviews, some people want to separate their phone from their content storage, and a small camera like this that folds up tiny makes perfect Sense with all of Sony’s easy to use features. I also see people attaching a ZV-1 to their main camera all the time to capture vertical content, and that’s a huge market for this as a “V Cam” rather than a B or C cam. That’s a shame about the ND, but at least it has one. This release means hopefully we can get a new ZV-E10 with the FX-30 sensor because that would finally compete with the Canon R50!!!!

@MaineMountainMedia Жыл бұрын

I think the consumer camera market has a large gap in the middle. Smart phones shooting such high quality and content creaters wanting to step up there game (a7's,fx3/30,fx6), I think this style of camera will become obsolite. My iPhone 11 seems ot have a better image/dynamic range, no rolling shutter, better stabilzation, more lens options, DOF, better audio, and it fits in my pocket. Great video as always Gerald

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

Does it have gyro data so you can stabilise it in catalyst browse?

@amermeleitor Жыл бұрын

I don't know. Seems like my midrange Android phone can serve better for "vlogging", even my DJI Action 2 or any other phone or action camera with good enough image quality and microphone conection. If you want perfect stabilization there are cheap gimbals for phones and cameras. If you really want a camera, then an interchangeable lens one is another thing, a ZV-E10, Z30, R50, with a small wide lens could serve you better and offer more possibilities. But i think is better to use a phone or an action camera if "vlog" is the only use.

@amimili Жыл бұрын

I still vlog and I enjoy it very much. Not for views, but I do think it is a great way to capture memories. I was pretty excited about this new camera, but the stabilization didn't seem so good😅

@m1kel 8 ай бұрын

same! i also still vlog. i am not sponsored and i dont get any stuff but its for my memories so each to his own. :)

@JohnArmwood Жыл бұрын

Camera Conspiracies is the only blogger I see on KZfaq besides the numerous travel bloggers who record video around the world. That almost all used the Go Pro series of action cameras.

@Garbid Жыл бұрын

18mm on ff equivalent will be useful for real estate photography. At least some HDR. Just need a tripod. If there is possibility to connect trigger for flash then even flambient)

@mrshaheedmalik Жыл бұрын

Let's get Undone

@yottahertz Жыл бұрын

Nice explanied. I always prefer to use a phone than a non-interchangable lens camera.

@saerimner Жыл бұрын

Got the ZV-1 and it was a very good onramp to wrangling a camera for someone entirely new to video. Sony is making a very good onboarding process to their cameras and UI. Got an A7C that I am using now. There is a lot of money between those two. My Tamron lens for the A7C costs about the same as the ZV1. Tying up your phone in the filming process is not super convenient to me. I think it fills a need.

@petedoyle Жыл бұрын

Would be interesting to test as a webcam. :) I really love the ZV-1 as a webcam, but it's cumbersome to use (HDMI capture, HDMI + USB cables, tricky to get USB power working without the camera wanting to use USB to transfer data.) That said, face metering, good auto white balance, and ND + simple background blur are amazing for a webcam where someone might not have great control over their lighting (me, traveling a lot). I've been hoping the new version would reduce the setup to 1 USB cable, almost worth an upgrade for just that. :) Any thoughts on that use case?

@jamesloop Жыл бұрын

5:46 “…do do.” Nice.

@hardworksmart Жыл бұрын

We vlog, Gerald! We do it!

@joeaddison Жыл бұрын

Gerald quick clarifying question on the read out speed measurement, given this is a smaller sensor wouldn't we want to see shorter read out times compared to full frame and other larger sensor cameras? Or maybe I don't quite understand the measurements? Let me know if I'm just being dumb!

@freedomgovernment 5 ай бұрын

I personally need a replacement for my A7C with Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 lens for my main cam and I need at least 18mm on a short lens to replace my 17mm full frame shot. In the studio it's kind of a waste to use a full frame when you have controlled lighting.

@JoATTech Жыл бұрын

Only vlogging channel I watch on daily basis is Camera conspiracies;). And some camping / trekking channels. So people definitely still vlog.

@detectivejonesw Жыл бұрын

I think POV filming is more prevalent than filming yourself these days. Especially in the sort of videos I watch, street photography for example. Either POV or filming someone else.

@MichaelNgvyen Жыл бұрын

To answer your question. I think vlogging style filming is still relevant to people who make travel videos. Small creators don’t have the budget for a personal filmer. But as you said, when filming “vlog” style. The traditional filmmaking rules don’t really matter. So yeah crank the shutter and go. Lol. So in fact, your test was very helpful because if I were to buy that camera, I would never follow the 180° rule because that stabilization smearing is just awful looking. So cranking the shutter was a much better image. Either way, no matter what you decide to test your always incredibly insightful.

@nicolasheinemusic Жыл бұрын

I actually do vlogs. I started with the ZV1, but went with the A7C now as I was not satisfied with the low-light capability as I am mostly vlogging in the dark.

@terter973 Жыл бұрын

Would love to see you talk about Xperia 1 V

@LeandroBighetti Жыл бұрын

No slow motion is really sad, feels like a downgrade from the original ZV1, in all aspects except the focal range i think. Top notch vídeo as always Gerald, thank you! ❤😊

@Nearest_Neighbor Жыл бұрын

Did anyone too heard Kasey screaming when Gerald asked if people are even vlogging anymore.

@PrimalEdge Жыл бұрын

I think that testing for vlogging is a good acid test to speak to a cameras performance (one aspect, true, but still valid). Regarding vlogging content, for me personally, the fad is over. It's rare I see one that peaks my interest. But maybe it's how I define what a vlog is, who knows. to me vlogs are random, "come on guys, today I am going to buy shoes, follow along and lets see what preplanned unexpected things happen!"

@hugevibez Жыл бұрын

Maybe a better language to use would be single-person operation rather than "vlogging" as it entails both social media creators and people that make documentaries or other kinds of traditional content that would benefit from "vlogging" features. Another interesting point would be IRL livestreaming, as that seems to be the natural evolution of vlogging but comes with an extra set of requirements (max operating time, connectivity to external streaming devices through USB, HDMI or even Wifi)

@8lacKhawKtheRIPPER Жыл бұрын

Would be interesting to compare this to the new Xperia smartphone in terms of image quality and capabilites. I am still very interested in the ZV line since I'm looking for a compact camera to take on hikes & travels and I just don't wanna deal with separate lenses and the bulkiness of a whole system camera setup. On the other hand, I never enjoyed the over-processed look of smartphone cameras, so I'd rather grab one of these.

@-grey Жыл бұрын

Xperia looks great, the crunchiness isn't so bad. You will lose the zoom, flip screen, and built in ND though. Also the stabilisation will look better on a dedicated camera not only because it is, but for how you hold a camera and the balance of weight. These little cameras are just way less work than trying to do it on your phone. Plus, you probably don't want to overheat or drain your phone on a hike and not have access to maps, call, etc. if you get lost or something.

@AhdaAhda Жыл бұрын

This is still massively better image quality compare to Xperia. Xperia after all is still a phone camera, and not even top-of-line phone camera, they do a lot of marketing trying to make it seem like they put a camera in there but between the much slower lens and much smaller sensor, it's just no comparison to a dedicated camera like this one.

@lelang0006 9 ай бұрын

@@AhdaAhda🎉

@markuskreissl7416 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice video again - but what happened to your intro this time? :P

@leo_dale Жыл бұрын

I reckon you’re RIGHT! Vlog walking test is less relevant. Does the camera work well for - on tripod, direct to camera, in doors - that’s more like the target market.

@giantbear829 Жыл бұрын

Vlogging is still relevant but not many people do it well

@rickbiessman6084 Жыл бұрын

I’m not the target audience, but the closing words seem pretty accurate to me. It’ll be interesting to see whether smartphones make cameras like these obsolete altogether (which I believe they will since they mostly have already) or if improvements in stabilization, sensor performance, useability (!) and audio (!!!) can help get the next generation of vlogging cameras get a leg up against smartphones.

@GastonShutters Жыл бұрын

No 10 bit, no lens OS, no S Cinetone, f4 at 50mm, no Ai AF, is a complete skip for me and most likely for anyone with a ZV1 M1. Great detailed review Gerald.

@celestial_78 Жыл бұрын

The Sony X3000 was the perfect vlogging camera, just give me an updated version of that and im happy 😭

@BeZRules Жыл бұрын

we still want see the vlog test even though we don't watch vloggers for some reason lol

@Thanhy-ju4kq Жыл бұрын

Thank you dear friend for sharing wonderful video! Big likezvz

@andrewsaraceni Жыл бұрын

My iPhone 14 Pro shoots 4K 60fps, 10-bit video, handles a variety of codecs/options (including ProRes RAW) and has pretty solid OIS all things considered. As a Sony fan, I was really hoping for something that at least started to resemble and include the video specs we've seen out of their more modern bodies for the past three years, more than a few basic software enhancements... This misses the mark.

@holdenshamburger-ft5qk Жыл бұрын

I vlog as part of my channel content. The ZV series is amazing for my work flow and field environment. Channel is HVACTIME. I am running a ZVE1 & ZV1F. I traded my A7iv for the ZVE1. Been beyond worth it.

@gabrielmachadobsb Жыл бұрын

Hey Gerald, can we expect an X-S20 review? Reading about it seems very interesting, but I'd like to see you test it before deciding on a purchase

@nyrubin Жыл бұрын

I just want a small camera that I can press record and it looks good. Till then it’s a full frame or the osmo action 2

@blueridge8992 Жыл бұрын

Canon R100 review next? I have three >$2k cameras so I’m not in the market for an entry level body, but for some reason I’m super curious what Canon is able to offer for

@olivergoldvalente Жыл бұрын

The most interesting video on the least interesting camera. Thanks for the great content!

@astartup 5 ай бұрын

The ZV-1 II is perfect for green screen. You don't need a large sensor when you can turn your studio lights up. You want a sharper lens, which is at ff/5.6, and the ZV-1 II can do that. Just use the base ISO 800, beyond that it's digital gain.

@ghillieman Жыл бұрын

Delicious Gerald video. I consume.

@ThomasFransson Жыл бұрын

Please include a vertical dance routine test in future video's 🎉😂

@CoffeeTalkandTechJohnRyan Жыл бұрын

I'll still use my zv1 with ulanzi wide angle lens.

@kyrgeorge Жыл бұрын

@9:11 so true!

@petersvan7880 Жыл бұрын

Great review. When you use 4k, the display gets dim, no 4k60: any smartphone does much better.

@verebellus Жыл бұрын

i think that Sonys idea of vlogging is a video focused point and shoot camera. so it is basically like "every other" point and shoot but its a bit better for video than those cheaper ones

@misterabroad123 Жыл бұрын

6:25 with f1.8 and a higher shutter speed looks much better! The smearing I've seen happen in many 1-inch sensor cameras. 7:50 of course.

@spdcrzy Жыл бұрын

Rolling shutter and stabilization are more important than anything else, IMO. ESPECIALLY at this price range.

@ReachFilms Жыл бұрын

I think they do literally mean vlog, camera content creators don't really vlog but there are still TONS of channels with vlog content for a variety of different subjects/types of channels and they all still have to use a camera at the end of the day so this is a camera Sony is trying to market to those kinds of creators. that being said its going to be a pass for me. Great vid

@Lucamitm 8 ай бұрын

I’m a photographer but not a videographer and I just want a lightweight option for video on family vacation that is better than iphone. With that said to your question on if people care about the shutter speed change in video , I didn’t mind the difference. And to your vlogging question, I don’t blog and prefer to zoom on video which an iphone isn’t that good at

@RM-ud2cm Жыл бұрын

image stabilization can mitigate rolling shutter issue.

@lltechview Жыл бұрын

I still vlog and Sony is marketing this exactly the way you are testing here for vlogging. So I think they should also improve upon it. I am honestly with you here. A better vlogging "camera" here would be a smartphone. Xperia 1 V even has cinteone and way better stabilisation

@JetBen555 Жыл бұрын

Nowadays, I think the people who do ''vlogg'' is mostly like traveling stuff, while they may use a decent camera at the hotel on a tripod, when you are out vlogging on a paradise island or any public space, I don't think many of them use big camera (MLC or DSLR) or even point and shoot (like the ZV1). They mostly use phones, action camera, etc

@creativeflyfishing998 Жыл бұрын

Video logging implies limited preparation i.e. mostly handheld footage where image stabilisation plays a major role. This is still very common among e.g. athletes (more or less famous) that are not primarily focused on videography, but rather interesting content. I play disc golf almost every one even remotely good seems to have their own "vlog".