Why I IMMEDIATELY Returned The Sony ZV-E1! A REAL Honest Review! Watch Before You BUY!
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- Опубликовано: 13 июл 2024
- The Sony ZV-E1 is a very capable full frame camera but if you are use to the amount of room and customization on your current cameras, this may not be for you on top of the continuous overheating issue. I do not like cameras with restrictions and there is a lot of restriction with this camera nobody is talking about !
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Love my ZV-E1, basically since you have all those other Sony cameras that you are happy with, you didn't need the ZV-E1 to begin with.
Having those cameras all have different purposes and I don’t use them as a in home studio camera
How you know what this gent needs or doesn't need? Weird. Thanks for sharing Brandon. Was considering the E1 for a B-cam, not now as I need the B cam rollin
@@JeremyBotz by the fact that he’s sending it back, that means he doesn’t need it. That’s what I gathered after watching the video. The ZV-E1 doesn’t suit his needs and he’s happy with his other Sony cameras, therefore he sent the ZV-E1 back. It’s just that simple. No disrespect intended, that’s simply my interpretation of the video. Hope that clears things up for you.
@@QLFProductions Thanks. It doesnt mean that i didnt need it. I can out and buy any camera if it works and fits the need that i need it to fit without restriction. What you shouldve gathered from the video is that the ZV-E1 is a good camera, however i dont like being restricted when i shoot in 4k60 and 4k120. Because other people says it overheats means nothing. I need to get it and try it for myself and for what I NEED it to do, it overheated and thats why im taking it back . I'm still gonna buy another camera because for what I want, I need a studio camera that can do what i need it to do. The ZV-E1 cannot do what i need it to do.
Understood, I use it for real estate videography and I have a lot of control there, so it works well in that situation. To each his own. I didn’t say you were wrong to return it, you know what’s best for you. Salute
It was certainly no secret that the ZV-E1 would overheat in 4K 60 if used for long form content. It was never marketed or intended for that. There are probably hundreds of videos that highlight the overheating issues when shooting in 4K 60. Sounds like you need a second a7Siii. The ZV-E1 definitely has it's use cases, and for those use cases, it's perfect. It's like buying a car that's meant for drag racing and then saying that it's not a good track car.
True and I was thinking of picking up another A7SIII but i think im gonna wait for the FX3II or A7SIV. But making a full frame camera in 2023 that has the same sensor as the A7SIII and FX3 not having the ability to shoot in long form content in fear of overheating is crazy.
@@BrandonColePhotography the body is tiny - what do you expect? It's built for content creators shooting short form quick bursts of recording with FX3 image quality not long form content.
So it seems to that most of the "rant" portion of this video could have been resolved before the purchase w/ just research (i/e card slots, buttons and custom buttons, etc). The menu issues aren't "real" for your use-case since you said you'd basically set it up in-studio and once setup, would really only be powered on and powered off. The only "real" issue I see here is overheating - that's a REAL problem if yours has that issue. We've seen plenty of folks who don't see this issue with their copy (even w/ 4K60)... but if you can fry eggs on it I would send it back too my guy!! LOL. There's tricks and threads all over on how to keep it cool - but the REAL fact is that people shouldn't have to do that w/ a brand new camera - PERIOD. I'd send it back as well. Knowing me - I'd "trade" it in on a different body and give Sony another shot since, like you, I got a camera room full of Sony gear and my Sony gear NEVER misfires. LOL. (plus watching the Undone video on the overheating issues was entertaining). But if they misfired on the 2nd body then they're wasting my time and I'm out. Always a pleasure checking out your content w/ a tasty beverage. Stay up homey!
True stuff and yes I played with the ZVE1 plenty of times. In store and friends so I was very familiar with its setup. And for the people who claim they shoot in 4k60, I can bet eveything I have that they are not shooting for more then 40 mins even if they without over heating and the fact that this is an issue with a new camera not something that’s old is crazy . This camera is very restricted and let’s not even get started on the 4k120. And yes after seeing many differences in use from many people I wanted to get it for myself and …….
@@BrandonColePhotography You just saved a lot of people time and money --- win-win for others if you ask me - especially from a trusted voice like yours. Between me and you... you know a lot of creators (sponsored) are not willing to call a spade a spade and that's not cool.
Valid point - Get the gear for your use purpose. Its advertised on the box it does not have a view finder. Its not like Sony tricked you with bait and switch. Don't buy and Ford Mustang then complain it doesn't go off road like the Raptor.
@@KennethGreenCMP and it’s not about not having a viewfinder lol . The FX30 ,FX3 don’t either. It doesn’t keep them from being good cameras. But the heat and no way to dissipate it, keeps this camera from really being enjoyable. I own 5 Sony cameras and I ENJOY them all. This camera is not enjoyable. If I can’t shoot with it for long periods of time, a camera not even a year old, that’s a problem plain and simple . Take away anything it DOESNT have .
I have an FX6 but now I have the small ZVE1 too and I really love it 😍👍🏻
Bruh, you knew that camera was never going to fill any need that you had... You had an A7Siii.... A1.... ZV and FX will never fit your flow
There is a need for every camera I have. This is nothing new to me. But one of the newest cameras on the market you can’t even really enjoy because the heat is horrible. I do alot all my cameras fit in some way
Research before you buy. I am sure Sony shows the camera does not have a view finder in the ad and on the box. Damn how could Sony trick you!
lol you don’t think I didn’t know what this camera didn’t have. With all the Sony inside that I have, you really think I don’t know. I know EVERYTHING about every Sony camera. My video was more about hands on and using it and until you USE it against the big cameras I actually own, you don’t know how important those things are and you talking to someone who is a Sony professional. Using it, it doesn’t pair with the others but in all a 2000 camera produced in 2024 should not be overheating. If you wanna have a camera that restricts you from really enjoying it then be my guest
I have a different use case for mine, mainly really use it (to utilise the sensor) on a prime lenses. Those big heavy manual lenses absorb heat like a heat sink. Powering it from a dummy bettery also helps, and of course lower frame rates
Gotcha
Thanks shipmate. I was on the fence
No doubt just sharing me and my experience.
How can I hit you up for help on setup. I am wanting to start up a podcast. I wanted to shoot 4k with good auto focus and low overheating. Any suggestions? I subscribed and want to learn. I am looking into A7iii and ZVE1. Great video.❤
www.brandoncolephotos.com you can setup a virtual one on one
I actually use both of these cameras for a video podcast. No issues with the zv-e1 overheating on 3 hour podcasts(24fps with one battery change). My a7iii unfortunately has a 30 minute record limit so I have to set a timer and press start again every 30 minutes.
@@runningintohistory thanks so much! 👊😁
do you shoot cfeA on the a7iv? isnt it pointless and you can just shoot v90 since it doesnt have 2 slots for it?
I shoot CFEA on all my cameras. It doesnt have two CFEA correct just one. but I have a good amount of CFEA now. Its still faster then a V90 but I dont have V90 cards. You can put a CFEA in top and a V60 as a backup but just because it doesnt have two CFEA doesnt make it pointless
@@BrandonColePhotography i only say that cause you get the v90 speed, why not just rock two v90s
Bradon is going in. I understand you perfectly, I own the A7siii, A7IV, A7RV, an A9.
I wanted the newer similar menus, so I didn't have to think after the initial setup. It is as you said Brandon, grap and go to meet your work flow.
My A9 is my odd man out, but I love it, especially for sports and event photography, especially weddings.
As you said each of my cameras have a reason behind them and my A7RV, I paid nothing out of pocket for as I had another A9, A7RIII and a few lenses that I wasn't using, so it was an equal trade in, no money exchanged and the A7RV had 150 shutter clicks and mint, not even set up properly or registered through Sony.
I understand you, we still use Blackmagic at larger events when we have camera ops and a switcher.
Everything should have a purpose, and almost everyone on our team is both a photographer and videographer and live streamer, except two people, who are one or the other.
So I can feel your pain. My business partner owns the Fx3, A7III, Fx30, and Blackmagic.
Exactly. I totally agree with you
I lived in South East Asia (SEA) and will shoot a talking head travel vlog in the future. Was thinking to get E1 since end of last year but still not decided yet. Countries in SEAs is high in humidity, so I guess I'll end up buying the FX30 soon. I don't mind if it's not FF sensor. Others like FX3 is too pricey for me.
The FX30 I do feel will be a better option. After using them both absolutely super 35 or not but for the price, I would go that route .
The camera is amazing. I’ve never had it overheat but don’t film anything for long periods.
I like the ZV-E1 but ended up selling it because I really needed more of a 50/50 hybrid camera than a 90% video centric camera. I bought the A7Cii instead.
Understood. Its a good camera
damn... I have the a7iv im a hybrid shooter and I wanted better video for vlogs with my family. I havent recieved the camera yet but I mainly bought it for the dynamic stabilization. Ill try it out for a week and see what happens. Might have to pony up the extra 800$ for the a7siii
I shoot with my zve1 yesterday in 4k60 and I didn't have any problems, it's my c cam / low key everybody thinks it's a toy until they get deliverables. I love my zve1. id pick a zve1 over the a74
How long did you actually shoot with it continuously in 4k60?
Gotta respect your opinion but I honestly love my ZV-E1. I didn’t get it expecting it to be an FX3 or an a7s3. I like it’s form factor and quick ease of use menus. I’ve heard a lot of ppl complain about overheating and I’ve never had any of those issues. I’ve had it recording in my studio for two straight hours and it never overheated. I purchased a cheap Ulanzi fan just so I can shoot at 4k120 for intentional slow motion and 4k60 for regular recording that has exceeded an hour without getting hot. I live in hot southern Louisiana, where summer hits 100+ degrees before noon and overheating has still never been an issue. I also have other cameras that I would use for serious situations if redundancy was a necessity.
I can understand that but for a camera produced in 2024 that doesnt even have the amount of bells and whistles other cameras have. The fact that it does over heat and you have to buy a fan for it, is exactly why i made the video in the first place. None of my cameras overheat or even come close and i use them all for hours. I dont want a camera especially full frame that I have to fear over heats and thats why im taking it back. It has an overheating issue.
@@BrandonColePhotography I understand your perspective for what you need from the camera. There are a handful of cameras that have been made in 2023 til now that suffers from overheating. That’s one of the trade offs of having a smaller body and no active cooling. I actually shoot all the brands on a regular basis and get a chance to see that it’s not just a Sony ZV-E1 issue. I purchased the cooling fan as a safeguard but have never experienced any overheating issues personally 🤷🏽♂️. I’m not trying to sway your opinion, just giving a different perspective to viewers that may not have the budget to purchase an a1, a7r5, a7s3, and a74. The ZV-E1 is a run and gun camera that was never intended for the strains of higher production demands. But it’s a great option for those looking for ease of use, similar to a cellphone in a lightweight and compact design. Appreciate your content as always bro ✊🏽
so what camera would u really think is best for something like this?
if you are filming RUclips content, honestly the best ones for me is the FX3, A7Siii, A1 even the A7RV is great.
@@BrandonColePhotography what do you think of the Fujifilm XH2s
@@SaintAlbin I looked at that camera also. I do think it is a great camera.
My A74 over heats all the time at 4k 60 unless I have the fan attached to it.
Thats crazy. I have never heard of the A7IV overheating. I have had mine since day one of launch. Never have I even received a high temp warning.
High temp and airplane mode turned on?
@@jacksonpetit1212 yup
@@WeShootFilms I would sell it I have own 4 a7iv's and never once over heated
Just using the A1 as a studio camera...? What a problem to have:)
Lmmaooo because it don’t belong in a studio
@BrandonColePhotography It belongs in the field! Stop holding it back from its true life purpose hahah
@@francoismarc3 LOL exactly but for right now, It will be my RUclips camera until we see what's coming.
ZV-E1 is the best camera you can on a budget. I got mine for $1600 refurbished with the kit lens. It’s great… until it overheats. But I bought the fan, and I haven’t overheated since. The fan works great so far. I gotta say that the ZV-E1 and the 7R3 is the best budget combo. I got both for $2600. Would I rather have an A7S3 and a 7R5? Absolutely! But I’m just starting out, so this feels like a good place for me to start.
If it works for you I say absolutely and I’m glad you are working towards it. The fact we have to do all of these things to make the camera even close to enjoyable was a no go for me and what I do but if it works for you man congrats
I know I'm a little late to the party but I understand. Why would Sony market a camera that can do something and then as issues doing it. There's no other camera manufacturer out there besides sony that will put out a camera knowing that it has overheating problems. The a6300 had that same issue when released. $2000 plus isn't the cheapest camera for something that will over heat. and I know some people will say it's for content creation but what if you want to be a streamer or podcaster that's something you really can't even do. That technically falls into content creation. I own nothing but Sony cameras but sometimes I feel like some of their cameras are prototypes but they sell them anyway because they know people will buy them. I'm not hating on whoever bought this camera if it suits your needs by all means that's good but I do hope they can probably fix with updates.
Listen to the guy whose selling a Blackdish... haha
You should. Also check out my work too. I'm not hiding and my work is seen everywhere. And the blackdish straight out of camera is better then any softbox on the market and thats a fact :) but thanks for being rude.
You just got the wrong camera fam. The zve1 is targeted at vloggers. You trying to use it in a studio setup at 60fps recording a talking head video for 3 hrs 😂. You might be better off with a fx3 or fx30 those have built in fans.
I hear you but I honestly dont see why that should be an issue for a camera made in 2023. A lot of RUclipsrs use the ZV E1 as a "content creators" camera now. But again the majority shoot on 4k24. I dont feel that just because I like shooting at 4k60, thats not the camera you should use. Thats a restriction for a late model camera that should not be. You cant tell me just because the camera cant handle 4k60 for 1 hour means it's the wrong camera. No camera I own over heats. Not one. and you talking to a sony pro. I know these cameras like I built them myself. But I just think it's flawed.