Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- ZV1F/W
- SKU:
- 6522417
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
Customers are saying
Customers value the product's ease of use, overall performance, and its acceptable video quality. They also appreciate its convenient size, light weight, and good price. However, customers frequently express concerns regarding the battery life. Other notable drawbacks include the absence of a flash and the limited zoom capability.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Overall performance
First vlog camera
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality, great price! Using as my starter vlog camera and been great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GiselleC,
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 9-2-2025
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Size
Great little vlogging camera
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy to use! Tiny but mighty..it’s pretty much ready to use out of the box but if you take time to learn there’s a lot you can do with it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AshleyB,
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 12-25-2025
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Size, Video quality
Love it
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it it’s the perfect size ,the perfect color , I love the way the pictures plus the videos comes out love the color the sound love everything about it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KarlaV, 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 loving the ergonomics and performance of this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-6-25 Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Video quality
The Best
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony ZV-F1 is a vlogger’s dream camera. It’s lightweight and portable, making it easy to carry around and shoot on the go. The autofocus is super fast and locks onto faces smoothly, so you don’t have to worry about blurry footage. The background defocus button is a game-changer, giving your videos that pro-level look with just one click. Plus, the built-in mic picks up clear audio, even outdoors. Overall, it’s an easy-to-use, budget-friendly choice for creating high-quality content.
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Posted .Hi MidelineL,
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 the best camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 11-8-2024
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Video quality
Sony-ZV1F
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality is just insane especially when you do close up shots it feels more recognizable when you get a closer shot that’s when you start to notice all the details
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ZV-1F/B 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 (5/30/2026) Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Size
Sony zv-1f camera
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really good camera, it’s nice and small and easy to take every where. Fits perfect in your pocket and really fun to vlog. 10/10 purchase. Highly recommend.
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Posted .Hi Cristian,
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
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Video quality
Beginner friendly!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This camera is very beginner friendly ! It’s simple to use and has a price tag that won’t break the bank while still having really great quality! I highly recommend for anybody that’s just getting into vlogging or is looking for an affordable option for something new!
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Posted .Hi HannahW,
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 7-19-2025
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Video qualityCons mentioned:Battery life
Great starter camera
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality of this camera is really good, it's simple and easy to use, perfect for beginners, films really good videos. However, the battery life kind of sucks which is the only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of five. I plan on purchasing some extra batteries so I don't run into any problems in the future
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi bbarber05, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our ZV1F 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:Video quality, Weight
High Quality, reasonable price, easy to use!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this camera as an impulsive purchase, although it is something I've been wanting for a long time. I am more than happy with the results after buying it. This camera provides such amazing picture and video quality, it's light weight and the menu adjustments are super easy to learn. The wind muff is a great addition and really helps the sound quality when vlogging/talking outdoors. I especially love the flip screen so you can watch yourself as you record - another big reason I purchased this camera. The image stability is great too and proves to be successful based on the many videos I've already recorded that involve movement. I highly recommend purchasing this camera, in addition to the fact that it's more on the cheaper side compared to many others I've looked at.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TaylorS,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your new camera and that it has exceeded your expectations. At Sony we strive to provide our customers with the best possible camera and offer competitive pricing without compromising on quality. We're also honored that you highly recommend our camera to others.
Thank you once again for taking the time to share your feedback. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Rubychelle,
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Video quality
Perfect replacement
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My girlfriend’s camera broke and I tried to get her something similar and she loves it. It’s better than her first one because she can rotate the screen. It’s perfect for those just getting into vlogging. Good quality and easy to use.
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Posted .Hello Bree, 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 girlfriend is enjoying this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 08-16-25 Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Video quality
Great!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality not bad for the price and it is really easy to use.Defina great purchaseb
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Gooddealfinder, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ZV-1F/B is a great camera for video! We are happy that you are enjoying your unit. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (1/14/2025) Sony Social Support
Ready to Create Content Right Out of the Box
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A camera that has easy to learn presets that you’ll put into incredible use. I just got back from a trip to Chile and I used the other version of this camera to photograph the Chilean wine country and mountain ranges. So getting this camera was a no brainer. My favorite feature that this point and shoot camera has is actually the LCD screen that you can swivel based on the lighting and angle you’re shooting in. Most times I am vlogging and I need to see what the segment I am shooting will look like on the spot. It helps that it is touch screen so you can adjust settings pretty quickly and on-the-spot. The facial recognition feature is also super sharp and great with a couple of people in the frame. However when I was filing 20 or more people it would lose its focus. Not a big deal but it took me a bit to get the hang of it. As far as shooting modes they each serve their own purpose. My top 3 are: portrait with defocus, scenic for wider shots, and sport for fast moving scenes. The design is true to Sony with braided round features, and a matte slick look for the body. Oh, and you’ll be glad to know the charging port is USB-C. If you’ve got someone in your family who wants to VLOG then get them this camera with the matching shotgun mic, and the tripod kit. You’ll be giving the best gift to keep that person busy and you’ll tap into their creative mind.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .It sounds like you are already enjoying the many features of the ZV1F. 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! - Glenn
- Pros mentioned:Ease of useCons mentioned:Zoom
Great value for the price
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This camera is really good for flogging and dinner time and seeing yourself flogging I didn’t enjoy the ability to not remove the camera lens. I thought I was purchasing a different camera and purchased this one. I ended up opening this two months after purchasing so I couldn’t return the us the only problem I have with this version of the camera. Everything else is crisp clean easy to transfer to my cellular device. That’s why I love Sony
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CheyMalika,
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 11-8-2024
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Video qualityCons mentioned:Battery life
Great starter camera for non tech people
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This camera is easy to use but keeps up the quality for videos. Great starter camera for non techs people. I do wish that the battery lasted longer.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JorgeH, 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 beginners. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 5-8-2024 Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Overall performance, Video quality
Awesome Camera!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome Camera! Hard to beat a SONY! Easy to use & good quality!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JorgeM, 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 loving the ease of use and quality of this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 5-25-25 Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Video quality
Great buy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This camera is so user friendly and easy to transport while traveling. The photo quality is so nice.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ViancaG,
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 1-2-2026
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Size, Video quality
Family cam
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Santa got this camera for our family this last Christmas and we are beyond happy we were on the good list. Its small and compact and has already caufht so many amazing memories. With the dedicated photo button and record button, its beyond simple to catch whatever media we prefer, quickly. With how chrisp the photos and videos are, we dont plan on upgeadung for a while.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Nighhtraven, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ZV-1F is a great vlogging camera. 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 (01/18/2025) Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Video quality
Camera
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super affordable and amazing quality. Recently attended a wedding in Mexico and the pictures/videos came out better than I could have imagined. 100% recommend for anyone looking to take high quality photos and videos on a budget.
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Posted .Hi MatthewS,
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 an amazing camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 4-11-2026
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Video quality
Camera
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the Quality of the videos and how easy the camera is to use. Easy to transfer files to phone or computer. Recommend for anyone new to cameras or just need some at a good price.
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Posted .Hi JohnnyM,
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 9-27-2025
Sony Social Support
- Pros mentioned:Overall performanceCons mentioned:Battery life
Great camera
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it! I need to figure out the settings but overall great camera although the battery don’t last long
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Posted .Hi TaylarR,
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 an excellent camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 12-18-2025
Sony Social Support