Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- DCZV1/W
- SKU:
- 6435229
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy the ZV-1 camera for its great camera quality, ease of use, overall performance, convenient size, and light weight. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding battery life and overheating. Others mention the desire for a flash, difficulty viewing the screen with polarized sunglasses, and the price.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Highly Portable and discreet
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have been vlogging for the last 2 years with an a7iii and 16-35mm f4. It is a great camera to vlog with but has its drawbacks. The a7iii is large and quickly draws attention. If you are looking for an excellent vlogging camera that is bit more discrete than this camera might work for you. The biggest drawbacks are the 5min. recording maximum and the 24mm wide angle. If you extend your arm the 24mm is definitely manageable but the 5 minute recording time is something that you really have to be pay attention to. It will shot off before you realize it has happened. Cool camera. If you are really bored please check out my vlog on YouTube - Stories from the Bay. Cheers Ian.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank You for your feedback. We are happy that you are enjoying our products. To troubleshoot the record limit, please reach out to us directly.
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Best spur of the moment vlogging camera! Best auto
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This camera is amazing! Autofocus is SICK! I make films for a living and love this as a side vlogging spur of the moment camera! A few quirks though. The 1.8 though, while bright has the depth of field more like an f5. But if you are ok with that, awesome! If you're shooting in ia for video, be warned that the auto shutter kind of goes wonky and plays back clips too fast if you move the camera around too fast. But once you know the quirks, it's amazing! Most convenient camera ever! Purchased for in the moment vlogging shots so I love it! If you vlog though, use a selfie stick rather than the optional accessory... It's worth it and will greatly open up your shots.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ardent, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our ZV-1 camera. We are also happy to hear that its performance meet your standard. These are the feedback that we really want to hear from our customers. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. Thank you very much for choosing Sony. - Pakorn
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Must-have for starter videos
||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.
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Posted .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
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Overall performance
Great camera
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great value for the quality you get with this camera.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cardiacarrest84, 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 a great camera with great quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 1-22-2024 Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Weight
Great for recording videos!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A very lightweight camera that packs a mean punch. The video quality is amazing! It is used for vlogs and has made the editing process super easy.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera quality
White star
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Lovely color - amazing white Great pictures easy to use
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Posted .Hi KathyV, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It is great to hear you are enjoying this camera and that you have found it user friendly. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 09-13-25 Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Size
sony zv-1 for YouTube vlogging
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.love my camera , the size is very convenient , the quality is immaculate 10/10
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nyajah, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our ZV-1 camera. We are glad that you have made the right decision. We hope you will enjoy all the amazing features this camera has to offer. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support)
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Size
Beast
|Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Super compact and light. I enjoy using this for vlogging and stills.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Strong, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our camera and its compact and lightweight body. We are glad that you have made the right decision. We hope you will enjoy all the amazing features this camera has to offer. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support)
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Size
get it now
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.THEEEEEE PERFECT VLOGGING CAMERA!!!! COMPACT AND HIGH QUALITY
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NicoleTiana,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your feedback on our ZV1 camera. We are happy to hear that you're satisfied with it. Your positive review encourages us to continue developing products that cater to the needs of vloggers like you.
If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle 10-10-2023
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Ease of use
Sony made another gem
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this point and shoot. Really small and compact. Love how it takes pictures and records video. Also has a webcam feature
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Posted .Hi hawaiinakmuay, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our ZV-1 camera and its features like webcam. We are glad that you have made the right decision. We hope you will enjoy all the amazing features this camera has to offer. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you for choosing Sony. - Pakorn
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Ease of use
Time to vlog!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great for video and pics. It’s great for traveling. Very easy to use. Nice beginner camera for vlogging!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Luigi,
Thank You for reaching out to us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate your feedback. Your review will assist future customers with their decisions.
- Vincent (Sony Imaging Support Team)
- Pros mentioned:Overall performance
Easy usage
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great first camera use all the time for vlogging use for content all across social media
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Posted .Hello JaquanM, 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 for your content creations. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 06-28-25 Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Camera qualityCons mentioned:Price
Nice camera
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far I like it. I initially had problems charging it but guessing that it is just really particular about charger. Good camera, bit pricy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for the review!
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
ZV-1
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great beginner digital camera. Takes a short period of time to get used to how to get it up and shooting. I'm very happy with the outcome of all the videos if shot so far.
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Posted .Hi KentVK, 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 1-3-25 Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Ease of use
Great qulaity
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this year. Very great quality and easy to use. Chose this over the canon g7 x
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Posted .Hi KeepingupwithRekiandShane, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our camera and its easy to use design. We are glad that you have made the right decision. We hope you will enjoy all the amazing features this camera has to offer. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support)
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Ease of use
Sony is the best!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very easy work great pictures and video. Love the flip screen.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Package,
Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy that you are enjoying the camera. Your feedback will greatly help future customers.
-Vincent
Sony Imaging Support
- Pros mentioned:Camera qualityCons mentioned:Battery life
Amazing Camera Quality
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great camera for vlogging and overall recording. Have to knock a star for poor battery. It doesn’t last as long as I would like.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GSB408, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our ZV1 camera and its vlogging capabilities. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support)
- Pros mentioned:Camera qualityCons mentioned:Overheating
Size and autofocus top notch
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overheats, but has great auto focus, really about the best of any cameras such as this. Image is top notch. Be sure to update to latest firmware.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Try setting the Auto Power Off Temp setting in the menu to High. Please note high-quality movie recording and high-speed continuous shooting require large amounts of power. Therefore, if you continue to shoot, the temperature inside the camera will rise, especially that of the image sensor. In such cases, the camera will turn off automatically because the surface of the camera is heated to a high temperature or the high temperature affects the quality of the images or the internal mechanism of the camera. We greatly appreciate your honest feedback.
- Pros mentioned:Size, Weight
Happy purchase
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect for any type of content, it’s light weight, small and has self mirror view.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .We're happy to hear that your ZV1 is perfect for your content. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We hope you are able to enjoy all the features the ZV1 one has to offer. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Glenn
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Best point and shoot camera ever
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony has done the unthinkable with this little vlogging camera...they have rolled out features that will be included in future top of the line mirrorless cameras. Like any camera the ZV-1 ain't perfect but for the price and the options available it is the perfect tool for the right job. An included mic muff makes for very good sound and a flip out screen that every Sony shooter has wanted for years. Paired with the shooting grip this little camera is a powerhouse that punches way above its weight-class or price point.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for the great review.