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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 1323 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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91%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers regard the ZV-1 as a great camera for content creation, praising its camera quality and ease of use. The camera's size, weight, and screen are also appreciated by users. However, some customers have expressed concerns about the battery life and overheating issues. Additionally, a few users have mentioned the lack of a flash and wide-angle option, and consider the price to be a bit high.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Title fighter

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I just got this so I can’t speak to all its features but that’s part of the beauty of this camera...out of the box it will have you shooting gorgeous photos and insanely clear video. I was quick to add an extra battery as the one in here is small and most reviews will tell you it won’t last too long if you’re shooting video. I opted with the extra being Sony but there are generics out there. I also added a Smallrig, an Atomos 5” monitor, a Samsung T5, and later I'll add some wireless lapel mics. Like i said out of the box this thing rocks but the customization opportunities are almost endless too. Buy it, it punches well above its weight and will outperform your expectations.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this camera

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've had this camera for almost a month and literally have no complaints about it. I was recording videos on my iPhone XR and thought the video quality on that was great but they took up so much storage on my phone. Using this camera has been a gamechanger and I actually think that the video resolution using this camera was better than that used by my iPhone. At first, I was hesitant to get this camera after reading some reviews on heating issues with the camera but I haven't had any of those problems. I also love that camera charges through a USB cable instead of an external battery pack. Yes, it's expensive but not as much as many others and I thought that it was a worthwhile purchase. Also, so easy to figure out how to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must-have for starter videos

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is by far the best investment I've ever made. The camera's performance is flawless and it has greatly improved my video quality. I receive compliments all the time on my YouTube videos, all thanks to this new camera. If you're looking to upgrade your video production, I highly recommend this camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MelleM,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our ZV1 camera. We're happy to hear that you're satisfied with our product and find it as a must have for beginners. Thanks again for choosing Sony!

      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.

      Rubychelle

      4-7-2024

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This camera is awesome!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve had this camera for about a month now and wow. I just love it. I own several Sony Cameras for my filmmaking (a6000, a6300 & a6400) and wondered whether I should even bother with the ZV-1. I’ve got to say, I’m glad I did. The ZV-1 is SO compact, easy to slide into the front pocket of my bag WITH the handgrip on and overall, that makes it easier to use. Less set up. Less to put it away. When you flip the screen open, the camera comes on instantly. You can be ready to shoot in a matter of seconds. I can’t do that with any of my other cameras. When I’m out and about and want to film something on the fly, THIS is the camera i reach for now. There’s a lot of GREAT features packed into this tiny camera! I’m very happy with my purchase!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    perfect for new vlogger

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This little camera is a great additional to your vlogging arsenal, its easy to carry with you and doesn't attract too much attention, its easy to learn how to navigate it and is a less of a wallop to your wallet!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    No Flash

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The camera is great but there’s no flash included .

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ImeldaC, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are happy to hear you are enjoying this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 6-21-25 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought an open box ZV1. Good shape good price. Camera is amazing producing excellent sharp images and video.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello JMZFILMS, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are happy to hear you are having a great time with this camera and loving the quality of both image and video from this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 3-7-25 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life, Overheating

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not worth the hype - Overrated

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Don’t think it’s worth the price I paid. The zv1 has improvements to be made. One day it overheated and I barley started recording. The battery doesn’t last as long as people claim. It didn’t come with a manual yes it’s online but I want a physical copy. Overheating and Battery life is huge when producing I would’ve just used that money to buy a more expensive camera where I can actually record with no issues.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We would like to thank you for your review on the Sony ZV-1. We truly appreciate your feedback. Regarding the camera overheating, you can try to adjust the Auto Power OFF Temp. to HIGH to see if that helps. -Nick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No regrets

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s perfect! Quality, price, size were the key at the purchase moment.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SoniaL,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1 camera. We are glad to hear that you found this camera to be perfect. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 4-25-2025
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Compact, sharp but weak battery

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its portable and takes photos better than an iPhone 14 pro but the battery drains quickly especially in the Florida Sun.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RitzStudio, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Its great to hear you are happy with the quality photos you are getting from this camera. Thank you for the feedback on the battery, it will help us to keep improving future products. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 09-19-25 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love this camera

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This camera is great. It’s amazing for up close pictures and great for vlogging. It’s small and compact that u take it everywhere with me to capture the moments with loved ones

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GabrielE,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1 camera. We are glad to hear that you loved it and found it as a great and amazing camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 11-6-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy photography

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    1. Capturing Memories in a New Light: How Sony ZV-1 is Revolutionizing My Photography 2. From Vlogs to Professional Videos: How Sony ZV-1 is Helping Me Up My Video Game 3. Embracing Change: Why Sony ZV-1 is My Ultimate Companion for Travel Vlogs 4. Bringing Creativity to Life: How Sony ZV-1 is Making My Ideas a Reality 5. A Camera That Does it All: Why Sony ZV-1 is the Perfect Fit for All My Needs

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DaveatBroncoHomes,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your feedback about the ZV1 camera. We are glad to hear that you are satisfied with the camera and found it as a perfect fit for all your photography needs. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best camera for amateurs to look professional

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this camera it’s honestly a really good camera for vlogging and for taking pictures for blogging! It’s the underdog to the cannon gx7 for sure doesn’t have a flash so you have to buy a light but it had a light/mic holder built in very nicely on the top of it! Quality is perf! And this camera is definitely worth it! Price, quality, size, weight, and design… all 100% perfect!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ShaylaD, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are ecstatic to hear that you are loving the camera and its photo and video features. We hope it continues to be of great help to your creative projects. Thank you again for choosing Sony. Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. -Linda Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Didn't have longer zoom

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I returned the camera--never used because it didn't have the zoom I wanted. My SX 740 wasn't working so I picked up this Sony because BB store sales said it had a 50x zoom--it has a **24 x 70mm***. All other features were what I was looking for: fully articulating screen, 1" sensor, ISO to 12800 and I like Sony picture quality. Recommend if this is what you're looking for--don't trust BB site or confirm what sales people say.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We do apologize that the ZV1 didn't meet your standards. We greatly appreciate your honest feedback! - Glenn Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    BEST VLOGGING CAMERA

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve had this camera for a little meat than a year and I couldn’t have made a better decision buying this camera. Not o my does this camera have amazing quality when it comes to taking pictures and videos, it’s very easy to set the setting up. It’s a decent size to carry around at any time. Love this camera and would definitely recommend to others!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KenleyL,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your feedback about the ZV1 camera. We are glad to hear that you loved it as it was lightweight, easy to use, and captures high quality pictures and videos. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 10-26-2023
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great. The quality is very clear. I love the photos and videos and it’s lightweight to carry around.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Sammy, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ZV-1 is a great camera for video and photos! We are happy you are enjoying your unit. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (2/18/2025) Sony Social Support. Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    No built-in flash

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was SO excited about this camera but didn't realize it didn't have a built-in flash, which was a deal breaker for me. Day time shots turned out great though!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello user181926, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your honest feedback as it will help us to keep improving future products. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 08-16-25 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    You won’t regret buying

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome camera for my wife, excellent picture quality because of the lens, sensors and software. Expensive camera but worth it

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Boricua, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for your review of the ZV-1, we appreciate your feedback. We are happy that you and your wife are enjoying the camera's picture quality for your photography. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Sony Social Support Nick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality unmatched!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Greatest vlogging camera out there! I use it to take pictures and videos for work, as well as, my own vlogging. It’s quality is unmatched when it comes to close up videography, I’ve never seen anything like it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GavinO,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1 camera. We are glad to hear that you found it as the greatest camera for vlogging. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 8-7-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the camaera!

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got it for my wife to take pictures of our daughter and to captures memories! Light and easy to set up and use.

    I would recommend this to a friend