Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- ZV1F/B
- SKU:
- 12664047
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Great budget friendly beginner camera!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've really liked using the Sony ZV-1F so far. There seems to be a lot of opinions about it out there on the internet but as someone who wanted a good camera that took photos and videos but doesn't know too much about cameras themselves, it's a perfect fit. The set up is pretty easy and there aren't so many settings that you'll be overwhelmed. There's a button for recording a video and a button for taking a still image without you having to switch back and forth between the two, which is such a nice feature. It also comes with a windmuff. Other cameras were just way too big and complicated for my needs, so this seems to be the best of both worlds - in my budget and exactly what I needed as a beginner (though I don't imagine I will ever buy a bigger camera).
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Erica,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your feedback on our ZV1F camera. We're glad to hear that you're enjoying your experience so far. We strive to develop camera that are user-friendly and accessible for all users, regardless of their level of experience and your positive feedback reassures us that we're on the right track.
If you have any other concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle,
Sony Social Support
Photography performance
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product as a starter photography profile Perfect for family events and vacation memories to capture.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Isabel,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you love it and found it as a great camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 12-23-2025
Sony Social Support
Easy to use camera
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I wanted a simple and easy to use camera to bring along in my diaper bag and this delivers perfectly. The picture quality is a little less than what I was expecting but still decent.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Keish, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. It is great to hear you are enjoying this camera and have found it user friendly. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-2-25 Sony Social Support
Mostly OK--A Moderate Jump from Smartphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I used the ZV-1F before returning it. It has a lovely small size and no extending barrel, which keeps it very tough and reassuringly solid under rugged use. I wish the lens had a built in cap because it's annoying to have to take the cap off whenever I want to use it, but I could just slap a UV filter over the front element and use it like that. In any case, the images were fine, but nothing to write home about. The sensor captures images that really suffer in low light. Since it doesn't take raw photos, there's very little I can do in Capture One to fix poor lighting conditions. The screen on the back makes it difficult to monitor shooting because it has very low resolution (921K dots). Video says it's 4K, but I never got 4K videos that matched the detail and quality of my better cameras even in good lighting conditions. I think the lens needs some refining, despite the lovely Zeiss text on the front. The contrast detection autofocus was fine, but wasn't very confidence inspiring. There were a lot of pulsations during video. The rolling shutter was also disappointing for such a small sensor. What is nice is that it offers color science that is better than what smartphones currently offer. Overall, I love the idea of a fixed 20mm compact camera, but I wish it had a few more premium features like a slide-in viewfinder, a slightly sharper lens with less vignetting, a more competent autofocus system, a couple more controls, an automatically retracting lens cap, and actually nice sounding built-in microphones. Fixed lens compact cameras don't have to be bargain basement cameras. For now, I'll stick to my Powershot G1 X Mark III.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CameraREviewer, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear you were not satisfied with the performance of this camera. We appreciate your honest feedback as it will help us to keep improving future products and softwares. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 01-17-24 Sony Social Support
THE BEST CAMERA FOR CONTENT CREATORS
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.ABSOLUTELY THE BEST CAMERA FOR CONTENT CREATORS!!! Very easy to use and fairly affordable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AlayjiaC, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Its great to hear the performance of this camera has exceeded your expectations. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-28-24 Sony Social Support
Excellent Camera
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent camera my wife was surprised with how prefect the picture appeared, now my son wants one
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Posted .Hello DerekP, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ZV-1F is a great camera! Sharp quality pictures and video. We are happy you are enjoying your camera. 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 (12/29/2025) Sony Social Support
Worth the buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not a bad item for the value, haven’t had any major issues with it yet
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Thadude,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you love it and found it as a good camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 3-3-2026
Sony Social Support
Great Camera Overall
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Takes great pictures! I love the video quality and ability to mount accessories to the cold shoot! Overall a great purchase
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TylerW,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you love it and found it as a great camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 11-29-2025
Sony Social Support
Good device
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect device starters! Easy to setup and export content to your computer. Feels premium!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PatrickE,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you found it as a good camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 12-12-2024
Sony Social Support
Worth it
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this camera for my daughter to use while vlogging and she loves it. The pictures and videos come out great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LaNita,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that your daughter love this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards, Larry 12-5-2025
Sony Social Support
Camera
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great camera I’ve shot so much content with it the camera resolution is amazing
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WillLxrd,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you love it and found it as a great camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 1-9-2026
Sony Social Support
Great Camera!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As a first-time camera user, when I found this camera I immediately was drawn to it because of it's reviews and how affordable it was! When I became interested in purchasing a camera, I knew I wanted one just like this with all of it's great features. This camera is great for filming every-day life with family and friends and great for snapshots! I also love the Creators' App, it is an app that allows you to quickly transport your film/photos via bluetooth to your phone with ease. If you are first time camera buyer or want a camera to film everyday adventures and life with those you love, buy this!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ruth, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you found it as a great camera. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 2-13-2024 Sony Social Support
Great starting vlog camera
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I use this to start vlogging on YouTube, I love the quality of the video and how compact it is.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JiovanniM,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you found it as a great camera for vlogging. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 11-9-2024
Sony Social Support
Review
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good camera quality, you just have to get your owe led light
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello EugN, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ZV-1F is a great camera! Sharp quality pictures. We are happy you are enjoying your camera. 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 (1/25/2026) Sony Social Support
The greatest grandma gift, ever!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My holiday shopping was a breeze because the Sony Vlog Camera was on my granddaughter's list and it was in stock ready waiting for me to put it in the shopping basket. The best highlight of the purchase was being able to see my granddaughter's face when she opened her gift. Feeling like the greatest grandma in the whole world when Santa provided her the best gift, ever! LOL
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SharonD,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you love it and found it as a great camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 1-10-2026
Sony Social Support
Open Box Camera
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased an open box and the first one I received was missing the wind screen. I returned that one and got the same model but different one and it’s amazing! I love the quality and how beginner friendly it is!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello KarlaH, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're sorry to hear what happened about the first box, but glad to hear once it got resolved you were able to enjoy the camera. The features and ergonomics were designed for ease of use but packed with amazing features that you can grow with. Thank you again for sharing and thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda Sony Social Support
Great camera for the price
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased this for streaming and hanging with the boys in discord. One thing to note is if youre planning on using for a long time you will have to get a dummy battery. You can not beat it for this price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Andrew, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience. Its great to hear the camera has exceeded your expectations and that you are having a blast with it in your creative adventures. Thank you for sharing the tip for long recordings. Happy Shooting! -Linda Sony Social Support
Great gift
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great gift! My daughter says she loves it! It is Perfect for the holidays. And easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ElizabethC,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that you love it and found it as a great camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 12-20-2025
Sony Social Support
Childs love
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good for making blog my teen loves it. The quality is pretty good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoyceH,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ZV1F camera. We are glad to hear that your teens loved this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 1-22-2025
Sony Social Support
sleek white
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.design and ease of using is great. photos look sharp but I haven't printed any yet.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MaryV, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ZV-1F is a great camera! Sharp quality pictures and video. We are happy you are enjoying your camera. 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 (12/29/2025) Sony Social Support