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. 😂
There definitely is some good vlogging out there but almost everyone is copying Casey. Lol having that refined RUclips 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.
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).
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Has Kasey from Camera Conspiracies been blacklisted by RUclips content creators? I no longer see his comments on channels like this nor any references to him…
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 RUclips is exactly this kind of vlogging.
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. 🙏
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.
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...
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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?
@@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.
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?
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😅
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.
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
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.
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!!!!
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.
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.
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...)
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.
@@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.
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.
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.
I think Sony's use of vlog can be equated to the older term of prosumer that might not have quite the marketing buzz around it anymore. In this age of hyper-content consumption and proliferation, terms are born and die at an astounding rate compared to even a decade ago. I think the pandemic served to accelerate all of this, but that could be just one crazy person's opinion.
It's a current marketing buzzword that people can read into it whatever they want. "Oh yeah I'm a content creating vlogger so this camrera's meant for me."
Bigger sensor. Lens doesn't have to super thin. Being able to see yourself on flippy screen. Easy footage transfer with memory cards. Screw in point for tripod. No interference from phone calls. Plug in a mic. Still got your phone available during your shoot for notes or script, logging, and... making calls.
Optical Zoom, there's only been a couple phones that do it. The one that sticks out is the Samsung Galaxy Cam. Nice idea but abysmal implementation. I wish Samsung had improved it rather than dropped it. As others have said there are so a lot of down sides to using your phone as cam but in a pinch or if you are just starting out, it's better than nothing.
Beware: Sony rarely (if ever) provides firmware updates. My original ZV-1 (less than 3 years old) is stuck in some kind of boot loop and they offered no support other than send it off and pay for a repair.
Just get a gopro for 10% of that price point... The footage doesn't look anything better than my hero 9. In fact, I feel like the gopro performs better for just run and gun vlogging with added durability.
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.
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
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! ❤😊
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
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.
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.
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.
The vlogging cameras are critical because that's what beginners feel comfortable buying into. And while I could shoot nearly as well on my phone as I could on my ZV-E10, learning the zv made me a better videographer.
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.
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.
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
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.
Hate to break it to you Gerald but you are a content creator, that is, you make videos for youtube. A wise woman once told me that you know we are from a creator because we feel best when we are creating, whether it be building a home, building a business or making up a story to share. Peace be.
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...
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.
Camera Conspiracies is the only blogger I see on RUclips besides the numerous travel bloggers who record video around the world. That almost all used the Go Pro series of action cameras.
Ive been using the original ZV1 for RUclips 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.
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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!"
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)
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.
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?
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.
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?
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
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.
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 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).
I work in production and friends an family ask me all the time, are these cameras worth it? And for the price, and the target audience, I cannot fathom why anyone would purchase this over something like the latest iPhone. I always tell them to just put the money towards a higher end phone, some quality mics, and lighting instead. That will get you further than this. The era for this type of camera is over, phones won.
Thanks for your comment. For most hobbiest, the better image stabilization on the iPhone, and the frame by frame AI editing just looks better, and is alot easier for me!
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.
People just want to make sure they can record studio environments now, and “vlog” is just shorthand for inexpensive cameras that can do this, over more expensive mirrorless cameras.
It's a camera that doesn't make sense in many ways. It's a camera focused on vlog videos, but thep put a lens that doesn't have a fixed aperture. Usually, it is difficult to obtain an f-number in the telephoto lens range, but this lens includes a wide-angle lens and the f-number is weakened compared to the previous camera. And I wonder why the Carl Zeiss blue shield, which gives a design point, was erased. It's safe to say that the camera has gone backwards compared to its predecessor, except that can choose the charging terminal and microphone directivity.
I personally hate shooting on a phone even for b-rolls, because: 1) i have no phone while shooting 2) getting files out of there is a pain in the butt 3) it drains battery 4) spending money on cages and stuff to make it mountable is ridicolous However I have no idea who needs a camera like that, honestly.
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...
I wouldn't say we "vlog" but we do use the Sony Zv1/Go Pro 8/ iPhone 14 out and about. I would say many Travel Channels still vlog. Or is your question an pot shot at @cameraconspiracies?
Maybe the question is whether anyone needs to use a "Vlogging Camera" to do walking, talking continuous shots, when a smart phone is simply more practical. Unless you're walking around with giant f/1.2 lens on a full frame body for more Toneh in the background, why even bother? All of these Sony ZV series cameras are great little content creator cameras that can be set on a table tripod with an external mic and a remote if the user isn't particular about specific lenses, depth of field, etc.
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.
Casey from Camera Conspiracies still vlogs…his breakdown of specs is only rivaled by GuD… he loves how there is no more super slow mo… I think he finally will say he found the perfect camera with this one…
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".
Higher shutter looks much better but neither look great for motion IMHO. When you stand still, the image pops out and shines but it just falls apart with motion.
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
Sony holds back with these cameras, and as such, you can't justify the cost of this for vlogging when your phone is already so good. The CPU and software in these cameras is archaic compared to a modern phone.
You did this video and you really didn't want to. Even though you clearly don't like this camera, you did your best not to let your biases be too evident and you suffered through 10 minutes of reviewing this camera. That's true professionalism lol
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.
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
I still would choose a zv-e10 and an ultra wide lens like the Rokinon/Samyang 12mm for vlogging. All have been out long enough to find used copies of both and brings it under 1k USD
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. 😂
There definitely is some good vlogging out there but almost everyone is copying Casey. Lol having that refined RUclips 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.
🎶 "He's crazy!..." 🎶
If it wasn't "already covered" like he said at the start, this might have been a long video.
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).
much better than the ZV1F but I'd still rather use a smartphone.
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.
Phone have bad low bitrate and heavy compression
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.
@@adz-ql6kv True, but the E1 got no stabilization afaik, unlike the GP
@@-grey and I never want it to
Definitely sticking with my ZV-1
You 2 are the only one's I watch for honest opinions
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
Same.
@@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
@ionrage yes i agree. That makes sense. Definitely some upgrades to the og, but not enough to upgrade...
Definitely preferred the higher shutter speed
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.
Knowing Kasey, he likely ain't gonna like this one either...😂😂😂
@@matttheking1655 This is not the perfect camera, it's not the perfect cameraaaa~
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.
Has Kasey from Camera Conspiracies been blacklisted by RUclips content creators? I no longer see his comments on channels like this nor any references to him…
@@scottgmaclean that's a conspiracy to follow!
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 RUclips is exactly this kind of vlogging.
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. 🙏
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.
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...
This is just 8 bit.
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.
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.
Also:
🔹Built in ND
🔹Optical zoom
🔹Custom modes & ergonomic operation
🔹Flip screen to use the best lens and see yourself at the same time
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!
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.
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.
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?
@@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.
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?
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😅
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.
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
I don't vlog often, but whenever I do it seems that my viewers really enjoy and ask for me.
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.
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!!!!
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.
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.
@@JonVlogs123 Potatojet is a good tech review channel that actually goes outside, it's refreshing.
@@JonVlogs123if you want that cinematic color science you gotta vlog on RED
I use my ZV1 as webcam for work and small family vacation camera that fits in my pants. It works great for these situations.
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...)
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.
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!
Did you get overheating issues with zv1? How long recording before it shut down? Hoping for your reply
@@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.
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.
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.
Did anyone too heard Kasey screaming when Gerald asked if people are even vlogging anymore.
I think Sony's use of vlog can be equated to the older term of prosumer that might not have quite the marketing buzz around it anymore. In this age of hyper-content consumption and proliferation, terms are born and die at an astounding rate compared to even a decade ago. I think the pandemic served to accelerate all of this, but that could be just one crazy person's opinion.
It's a current marketing buzzword that people can read into it whatever they want. "Oh yeah I'm a content creating vlogger so this camrera's meant for me."
Vlogging is still relevant but not many people do it well
I'm with you. I really can't understand why anyone would buy this type of camera anymore versus using a phone.
Bigger sensor. Lens doesn't have to super thin. Being able to see yourself on flippy screen. Easy footage transfer with memory cards. Screw in point for tripod. No interference from phone calls. Plug in a mic. Still got your phone available during your shoot for notes or script, logging, and... making calls.
Optical Zoom, there's only been a couple phones that do it. The one that sticks out is the Samsung Galaxy Cam. Nice idea but abysmal implementation. I wish Samsung had improved it rather than dropped it.
As others have said there are so a lot of down sides to using your phone as cam but in a pinch or if you are just starting out, it's better than nothing.
Beware: Sony rarely (if ever) provides firmware updates. My original ZV-1 (less than 3 years old) is stuck in some kind of boot loop and they offered no support other than send it off and pay for a repair.
Yes, that is why i’ve opted to Lumix, GH5ii. Got everything one can ask for with plethora of used and affordable lenses.
Just get a gopro for 10% of that price point... The footage doesn't look anything better than my hero 9. In fact, I feel like the gopro performs better for just run and gun vlogging with added durability.
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.
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
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! ❤😊
The ZVE1 is an exciting camera. This isn't quite that for most people myself included.
Hoping Sony drops an A9 III or a 16-35 GM II or an 85 1.2 GM
Agreed. I would love a 16-35 update as the original is august 2017!!!
ZVE1 is exciting. Worst part is the overheating.
A9 and 16-35 ii would be really exciting
Toneh thinks you need a 85mm f 0.2 Macro Lens to show the Beautiful Lake you’re at.
@@HAlariousInc and the lack of stabilization
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
Only vlogging channel I watch on daily basis is Camera conspiracies;). And some camping / trekking channels. So people definitely still vlog.
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.
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.
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.
@@AhdaAhda🎉
The vlogging cameras are critical because that's what beginners feel comfortable buying into. And while I could shoot nearly as well on my phone as I could on my ZV-E10, learning the zv made me a better videographer.
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.
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.
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
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.
I still vlog. The real question is, “Is anyone still watching?”
Great review, i still miss 4k/60, but also GPS Positions in the Images and Videos like older Cameras had.
Hate to break it to you Gerald but you are a content creator, that is, you make videos for youtube. A wise woman once told me that you know we are from a creator because we feel best when we are creating, whether it be building a home, building a business or making up a story to share. Peace be.
We vlog, Gerald! We do it!
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...
Just straight up facts ! Best review
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.
Let's get Undone
Camera Conspiracies is the only blogger I see on RUclips besides the numerous travel bloggers who record video around the world. That almost all used the Go Pro series of action cameras.
Ive been using the original ZV1 for RUclips 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.
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.
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.
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!
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
Another brilliantly summarised video! Thank you sir!
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.
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!"
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)
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.
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?
always appreciate your honesty gerald
Thanks for your straight-up thoughts! You hit on everything that I had questions regarding the camera.
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.
Rolling shutter and stabilization are more important than anything else, IMO. ESPECIALLY at this price range.
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?
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
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.
Did you get overheating issues with zv1? How long recording before it shut down? Hoping for your reply
@@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.
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.
Do you get any overheating issues with zv1? How long recording usually before it shut down? Hoping for your reply
@@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).
I work in production and friends an family ask me all the time, are these cameras worth it? And for the price, and the target audience, I cannot fathom why anyone would purchase this over something like the latest iPhone. I always tell them to just put the money towards a higher end phone, some quality mics, and lighting instead. That will get you further than this. The era for this type of camera is over, phones won.
Thanks for your comment. For most hobbiest, the better image stabilization on the iPhone, and the frame by frame AI editing just looks better, and is alot easier for me!
Honestly? I've found myself to miss vlogs. It's ability to have virtual friend without having it (kind of)
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.
The Sony X3000 was the perfect vlogging camera, just give me an updated version of that and im happy 😭
At the moment it Feels like every other Week a New Sony Camera is releasing...
People just want to make sure they can record studio environments now, and “vlog” is just shorthand for inexpensive cameras that can do this, over more expensive mirrorless cameras.
He did the "angry dad" walk lol.
we still want see the vlog test even though we don't watch vloggers for some reason lol
It's a camera that doesn't make sense in many ways. It's a camera focused on vlog videos, but thep put a lens that doesn't have a fixed aperture. Usually, it is difficult to obtain an f-number in the telephoto lens range, but this lens includes a wide-angle lens and the f-number is weakened compared to the previous camera. And I wonder why the Carl Zeiss blue shield, which gives a design point, was erased. It's safe to say that the camera has gone backwards compared to its predecessor, except that can choose the charging terminal and microphone directivity.
I personally hate shooting on a phone even for b-rolls, because:
1) i have no phone while shooting
2) getting files out of there is a pain in the butt
3) it drains battery
4) spending money on cages and stuff to make it mountable is ridicolous
However I have no idea who needs a camera like that, honestly.
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...
I wouldn't say we "vlog" but we do use the Sony Zv1/Go Pro 8/ iPhone 14 out and about. I would say many Travel Channels still vlog. Or is your question an pot shot at @cameraconspiracies?
Maybe the question is whether anyone needs to use a "Vlogging Camera" to do walking, talking continuous shots, when a smart phone is simply more practical. Unless you're walking around with giant f/1.2 lens on a full frame body for more Toneh in the background, why even bother?
All of these Sony ZV series cameras are great little content creator cameras that can be set on a table tripod with an external mic and a remote if the user isn't particular about specific lenses, depth of field, etc.
Fantastic video thank you. Vlogging forever! Keep doing vlog camera test.
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.
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 😊
Casey from Camera Conspiracies still vlogs…his breakdown of specs is only rivaled by GuD… he loves how there is no more super slow mo… I think he finally will say he found the perfect camera with this one…
very disappointed with the battery
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".
I'll still use my zv1 with ulanzi wide angle lens.
Higher shutter looks much better but neither look great for motion IMHO. When you stand still, the image pops out and shines but it just falls apart with motion.
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
Yes.
An extensive great review 👏🏻🙏🏻Is the built in nd filter efficient enough to avoid blown-out highlight on a sunny day?
30 seconds after upload, I'm here to tell you this was a great video.
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
Sony holds back with these cameras, and as such, you can't justify the cost of this for vlogging when your phone is already so good. The CPU and software in these cameras is archaic compared to a modern phone.
You did this video and you really didn't want to. Even though you clearly don't like this camera, you did your best not to let your biases be too evident and you suffered through 10 minutes of reviewing this camera. That's true professionalism lol
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.
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
I just dont get why Sony is making a "vlogging" camera in 2023. That craze was done like 3 years ago
I still would choose a zv-e10 and an ultra wide lens like the Rokinon/Samyang 12mm for vlogging. All have been out long enough to find used copies of both and brings it under 1k USD
What about stabilization?