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Sony ZV-1 II Vlog Kit
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With the Sony ZV-1 II, you can record smooth vlogs with a good sound quality. The grip stabilizes your camera, so images don't get very shaky. Thanks to the built-in Bluetooth, you don't need cables to connect the grip to the camera and control it. The RODE VideoMic GO II microphone levels up the sound quality for a more professional result. Vlogs of special moments. Thanks to the large 1-inch image sensor of the camera, you can record sharp videos in low light. During a sunset, you can record images without noise. So, you can also use the camera indoors in a dark room. The camera has a built-in 18-50mm zoom lens. You can capture both wide landscapes and small details with this. That way, you can record a vlog in nature and zoom in on a running animal. In the cinematic vlog setting, you can choose different color spaces. The Gold profile creates a warm glow in your images, for example. That way, you can easily make vlogs with a professional appearance.
Useful functionsThe Sony ZV-1 II has various functions that make vlogging easier, such as the bokeh switch. With a press of the button, you can make the background of your recording blurry. This way, you can create portrait images with a soft background. Thanks to the built-in tri-capsule microphone, you don't need an external microphone. You can choose which side of the camera records the sound yourself. If you're behind the camera, choose the back. This way, the camera captures less ambient noise. You can also use the Sony ZV-1 II for streams on YouTube or TikTok. You can stream your footage to social media without extra software.
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I think the Sony ZV-1 II is a handy and user-friendly vlogging camera. Because I mainly vlog on vacation, the size of a vlogging camera is important to me. This compact camera even fits in my jacket pocket, so I always carry it with me. I like the wide 18-50mm zoom lens for vlogs. At 18mm I portray both myself and the environment. If I want to show something in the distance, I zoom in to 50mm. This zoom range is not very large compared to other vlogging cameras. I turn on the image stabilization while walking or exercising. This reduces vibration, making my images stable. The camera only has electronic image stabilization, which narrows my angle of view. I think that's a shame, because it makes me less visible.
Autofocus with tracking Sony's cameras always have fast and accurate autofocus. The ZV-1 II is no exception. When I frame myself, the camera immediately focuses on my face. I find the autofocus tracking useful when filming other people. This way, it keeps a moving subject in focus. For example, I film my cat running through the living room. The camera keeps him in focus without my help. I find the videos clear and sharp, especially in bright sunlight. I film in 4K at 25 frames per second and find the videos suitable for YouTube and social media. In low light, I notice that noise quickly arises in the images, for example when I film in a dark room with only a ceiling lamp.
Useful vlogging features As a novice vlogger, I would like to make cinematic videos without spending hours on post-editing. The ZV-1 II has a few useful functions for this. I use the Product Showcase Setting and the Bokeh Control function together for product shots with a nice, blurred background. The Product Showcase Setting makes the product in the foreground sharp. The Bokeh Control function, on the other hand, creates a blurry background, making the product stand out more. I really like the result of these functions. In the Cinematic Vlog Setting I choose from different standard color profiles, so my images do not need color correction.
Streaming features I connect the ZV-1 II to my laptop with the included USB-C cable. It immediately recognizes the camera as a webcam, so I use it for meetings and live streams. I find this a useful addition to this camera, because I improve the image quality of my streams without external software or extra accessories.
Nina. cameraspecialist.
23 June 2023
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If you purchase the Sony ZV-1 II Vlog Kit between 1 October 2025 and 31 January 2026, you'll receive up to € 350 cashback from Sony. You can register your promotional product for the Sony promotion until 31 March 2026. Go to the promotional Terms and Conditions (PDF) for more information.
Product number | 928713 | |
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Manufacturer code | ZV1M2BDI.EU | |
Brand | Sony | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Camera type | Compact camera | |
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Suitable for photographer type | Beginner | |
Camera usage situation | At home for family and friends, Recording, Vacation, Vlogging | |
Menu language | Arabic, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Multilingual, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish | |
Bridge camera | ||
Size camera | Small | |
Image quality | Good |
Optical zoom | 2,7 | |
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Digital zoom | 0 | |
Maximum focal length | 50 mm | |
Minimum focal length | 18 mm | |
Wide-angle | ||
Autofocus | ||
Type of autofocus | Contrast autofocus, Phase detection autofocus |
Type of image sensor | 1" | |
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Crop factor | 2,7 | |
Effective number of megapixels | 20,1 MP | |
ISO sensitivity | 100 - 12800 | |
Image stabilization |
Photo file format | JPEG, RAW | |
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Video file format | MPEG-4 AVCHD (H.264) | |
Audio file format | Linear PCM | |
Type of image definition support | Full HD (1080p), Ultra HD (4K) | |
4K, frames per second | 30p | |
Full HD (1080p), frames per second | 100p, 120p, 30p, 48p, 60p, 90p | |
Ultra HD, frames per second | 4K, 30p | |
Photo resolution width | 3648 pixels | |
Photo resolution height | 5472 pixels |
Memory card | MicroSD | |
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MicroSD memory card version | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | |
Expandable storage capacity up to | 256 GB |
Internal flash |
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Screen size | 3 inches | |
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Tiltable | ||
Touchscreen |
Viewfinder |
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USB port | ||
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HDMI connector | ||
Type of HDMI connector | Micro HDMI Type D | |
Microphone connector | ||
Type of microphone connection | 3.5mm jack | |
Hot shoe | ||
Hot shoe type | Hot shoe |
Built-in WiFi | ||
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Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
GPS sensor |
Power supply type | Rechargeable battery | |
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Battery technology | Lithium-ion | |
Replaceable battery | ||
Battery type | Sony NP-BX1 | |
Battery/battery capacity | 1,15 Ah |
Weight | 266 g | |
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Height | 6 cm | |
Depth | 4,67 cm | |
Width | 10,55 cm | |
Material | Plastic | |
Color | Black |
Water-resistant | ||
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Shockproof | ||
Dustproof |
Product number | 957538 | |
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Manufacturer code | RD119191 | |
Brand | Rode | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Microphone model | Shotgun microphone, Studio microphone, Table Microphone, Telephone microphone, Zoom microphone | |
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Directional characteristic | Supercardioid, Targeted (X / Y) | |
Transducer | Condenser | |
Microphone suitable for | Camcorder, Desktop/Laptop, Gimbal, Mirrorless camera, Single-lens reflex camera, Smartphone, Sportsscam, Voice recorder, iPad, iPhone | |
Zoom microphone | ||
Microphone recording type | Mono, Stereo |
Frequency range | 20 Hz | |
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Signal-to-noise ratio | 79 dB | |
Impedance | 2 O | |
Microphone sensitivity | 94 dB |
Type of microphone connection | USB |
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Depth | 2 cm | |
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Height | 12 cm | |
Weight | 89 g | |
Color | Black | |
Material | Metal |
Power supply type | Via a different product |
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Product number | 970267 | |
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Manufacturer code | GPVPT3B.CE7 | |
Brand | Sony | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Type of tripod | Mini tripod, Tripod | |
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Material | Plastic | |
Plastic type | Plastic | |
Application | Photo, Video | |
Weight | 0,193 kg | |
Color | Black | |
Spirit level included | ||
Compatible with product type | Action cameras, Camcorders, Compact cameras, Mirrorless cameras | |
Made for brand | Sony |
Tripod head included | ||
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Quick-release plate | ||
Arca Swiss Quick Release | ||
Tripod head pivoting range | No pivoting range |
Collapsed length | 17,3 cm | |
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Working height | 13,35 cm | |
Number of leg sections | 3 |
