I used the Sony ZV-E1 for a month | Here's the truth

[@VicBarry]

The Sony ZV-E1 SHOULD be the perfect travel camera....however, I found a few issues. Or maybe it's just me kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqq3pmWqj6yFesk

[@LDGFREEtheNET]

is the overheating as a webcam only in 4k? what about 1080x60? sorry i missed the livestream.

[@pcofranc]

6:05 onboard mic: #1 if you forgot your external mic. #2 scratch track #3 back up track. 10:35 I think for ordinary walk and talk content the general audience wouldn't notice.

[@ChudsBbq]

Love the Hat! also I love this camera,, I use it for all my travel vids

[@VicBarry]

Ddduuuudddddeeeee. I wouldn’t be making sausages only for you 🤣 It’s a great cam. Been using it even more than the FX3. I’ve spied that on your awesome vids in the past. Another beast mode camera. Ha. The hat. Yeah man. I didn’t have the apron on that day. Representing across the pond in 🇮🇪 Thanks for dropping by man. Appreciate it.

[@leemcrainey1611]

​@@VicBarry2:55 2:55 ❤😊😊

[@REAPERMania]

Another great one. Thanks for making these. Which camera are you using when you're showing the ZV-E1?

[@VicBarry]

Thanks. Sony FX3 and the occasional outdoor shot came from the iPhone 14 pro. And there’s one zv-1 shot in there too

[@PerfectNormal]

@@VicBarryDo you still use the ZV1 often for your content?

[@VicBarry]

Hey. I do. There’s a shot or two in this video that was done the with ZV-1. Although to be honest I use it less and less

[@PerfectNormal]

@@VicBarry the reason I ask, is that I just got my ZV1. I don’t want to start creating and I’m already behind the ball as far as quality. Thank you for taking the time sir.

[@VicBarry]

@@PerfectNormal not behind the ball at all. The ZV-1 is still a super camera. Best of luck with it. It’s great. And there’s a “few” vids on the channel that’ll help you out 🔥

[@cineffect]

A perfect camera for a filmmaker, fantastic picture quality, small size factor is what I prefer, no take is longer than 7 minutes, no need for a viewfinder (always look at takes on a screen), audio is always recorded separately anyway. Works amazing in low light situations too.

[@ScottsReviews]

I am also really enjoying the camera as well however I don’t know how they are going to deliver the 4K 120 The question if they can’t deliver it do they owe something to the customers

[@VicBarry]

Yeah. I reckon it’ll have to be limited. Which I’m more than ok with. I’ve never shot more than a minute or 2 of 4k 120 Don’t think they’ll owe us anything to be honest.

[@ScottsReviews]

@@VicBarry very true I don’t use that for more than 20 second at the most. Short clips.

[@MovingtoOhio]

Would you recommend this camera for talking head videos ? What is your favorite and current camera for talking head videos in a small room ?

[@VicBarry]

Hey 👋 absolutely. To be honest though you may get something cheaper specifically for talking head videos. Depending on how small the room is, you more than likely would need a wide / ultra wide lens

[@MovingtoOhio]

@@VicBarry do you offer consulting for KZbin and how to set up a studio ? Is there a way to reach you directly ?

[@cameranewb3878]

I love the photos from the ZVE1. I didn’t think I would, but they are so crisp and vivid.

[@VicBarry]

Absolutely. It’s a great camera

[@stkuj]

BTW, Active & Dynamic Stabilization is optimized for use with Sony lenses (just like breathing comp)...

[@18yearsoldnot]

Thanks for the heads up man

[@18yearsoldnot]

If I go Sony, it absolutely must work with a zeiss batis lenses. Otherwise I’ll just get a megadap for forcing the batis onto my Nikon z5

[@BeersInJapan]

What do you think about the kit lens? The biggest problem with this camera that I can see from the reviews is that all/most of the full frame lenses available for this camera are heavy and big. Using one of those lenses kind of defeats the purpose of buying the small light weight ZV E1, at least as a daily carry around camera.

[@wakeywarrior]

I had the same dilemma and settled on the Sony 24/F2.8. And didn’t bother with the kit just bought the body which is now over £400 off at Park Cameras and others. I’m thinking that I definately made the right choice. It’s as small as the new Nikon 24mm F1.7 APSC lens which I own for my Z30 - and this one includes an aperture ring. Just wide enough for Vlogging with Dynamic Active on, suitable for most other things, and clear image zoom gives you a 36mm and everything in between. I now have a compact setup with amazing image quality the exact same size as my Nikon Z30 APSC ‘Vlogging’ camera. Quite amazing. The other advantage of that lens is stellar image quality, very fast totally silent AF with 2 stepping motors and Sony lenses get better results with Sony IBIS.

[@VicBarry]

@wakeywarrior yeah. Depending on what you’re shooting as always. The apsc lens are definitely a lot smaller but at the same time have their limitations. I’m not sure that the difference is huge between a Sony lens and a non Sony lens to be honest. Faster shutter speed makes a noticeable difference.

[@RevMonkey]

Not that good. I went for the highly regarded SONY FE PZ 16-35mm. Small and light. Edit: It also makes best use of the ZV-E1.

[@wakeywarrior]

@@RevMonkey that’s a good lens. I bought the Zeiss 16-35 second hand for £450 which was a bargain, in A1 condition. Not as good as the new PZ, but at less than half price. I’ve also now got the Tamron 25-78, and the tiny 24mm F2.8. I am after the Sony 20mm F1.8 currently, just waiting for it to drop then I will be done.

[@RevMonkey]

@@wakeywarrior Ah cool. You are well sorted them. The Sony 20mm F1.8 is great. Will likely be my next purchase or even a wider angle SONY lens.

[@davidalanmedia]

Surprised the Viltrox worked so well, I heard stabilization worked best on native lenses. Glad the photos met your expectations too.

[@VicBarry]

Yeah. It’s a solid lens alright. Thanks for watching!

[@PremiumMotoTV]

10:00 - church - wtf happened with focus there?

[@peterthung-u4o]

sir can you let me know what kind of lease is on the camera

[@timothyfrost2486]

Love you stuff. Been following you since the ZV 1 now I have the ZVE1. Have you tried a small fan on the camera while streaming? I heard of a lot of success with that. Either way keep doing what you are doing

[@VicBarry]

Thanks so much Timothy. To be honest I haven’t tried the small fan because I don’t do very much streaming. But It’s a great idea for people who are steaming for hours at a time. How are you finding the ZV-E1?

[@timothyfrost2486]

@@VicBarry so far I'm enjoying as I also have my own small KZbin channel. Still figuring out why my computer isn't enjoying editing cinetone footage, but that is ongoing. I learned I needed a better USB cable for the 4k live stream so I'm going to go live again, but I only go live for anywhere from 15 to 20 minutes so the heat issue shouldn't be a problem for me

[@VicBarry]

Cool. If the computer is struggling then take a look at using proxies. They should help.

[@wakeywarrior]

What’s your compact lens choices?

[@VicBarry]

Video coming on this soon. Depends how compact you want to be honest. I recently brought out a 16mm Viltrox which is an amazing lens but I felt it was slightly too big at times

[@wakeywarrior]

@@VicBarry I just got the 24mm F2.8 Sony. Think it may be the one as it does just about everything I need I think, especially when coupled with clear image zoom. Very impressed and of course, works better with Sony IBIS. Amazingly it’s nearly the same size as the new Nikon APSC lens 24/F1.7 and that doesn’t have an aperture ring (which I bought last month and was impressed with its compact size and that was for APSC), there’s about 5mm difference in length. I would highly recommend picking this up for your upcoming video or try to borrow it.

[@trogdor]

I returned it after shooting with it on one job. It's expensive for the build quality and ergonomics. The different AI features and dynamic stabilization is a cool sign of things to come but all this fragmenting with the alpha, zv, and fx lines it's a bit concerning - it was something I hated from Canon.

[@saxophonistscorner]

Wish they would have put the new features into the A7S3 and just called it the A7S3.1…

[@bondgabebond4907]

@@saxophonistscorner Keep in mind the reviews confuse the issue and what individual cameras are used for. Their hype is hypnotic, somewhat inaccurate and confusing as hell. You be the judge of what you want in a camera. Read the specs and take for granted what these folks say. They are not that smart, just noisy.

[@meeksurf]

I have the canon sigma 600mm lens but when I attached it to my Zv-E1 with an adapter, It said “auto focus unavailable with lens”. Is there a setting I can change to fix this? Great video!! Love your stuff recently!

[@VicBarry]

Hey there. No setting in afraid. Whats the adapter you’re using? From what I recall at the time I bought the lens, it had to be the canon manufactured adapter for it to work properly.

[@AprilClayton]

S cinnetone is my new favorite profile. Dummy me tried S log 3 and had a disaster. I watched a video saying to overexpose by 2. I blew out all my highlights. I’ll try Slog 3 again soon now that I know what zebras are. I’m having to learn one thing at a time

[@VicBarry]

Hey April, big fan of S-Cinetone here too. S-Log3 is definitely not easy at the start and depending on what you’re shooting you might not need it. Zebras for skin tones are a good starting point. Should be set around 55 +/-2. Depending on who you over exposing by 2 stops is “normal” but stick with the zebras. Depending on the camera you can embed a LUT even a rec 709 so things look normal on the monitor, or use gamma assist.

[@wakeywarrior]

Apparently now you don’t need to over expose.

[@VicBarry]

@@wakeywarrior depends on how you listen to again 🤣 some say zero need to over expose 🤣😔 Experiment and see what works. Regardless watch for noise in the shadows

[@stevetranchell6568]

HI Vic, after using this camera for a period how do you like it without a view finder? Do you find it hard to see the screen in bright daylight? I shoot 95% photos and 5% video. I am looking for a camera that has the e mount lens changeability but a smaller footprint for travel. I do not want to lug around a heavy camera with massive lens.

[@VicBarry]

Hey Steve, so far it’s fine. But on a super bright day it may be a different story. It’ll still be ok but if you’re doing primarily photo then might be worth looking at something with an evf.

[@andyreynoldsiprovid133]

95% photos you’ll miss the evf. Look at the a7rv for the same AI focus as the zve1 but an awesome evf.

[@stevetranchell6568]

@@andyreynoldsiprovid133 I am holding out for the new Sony A7C II.

[@andyreynoldsiprovid133]

@@stevetranchell6568 I’m holding out for the FX3s/r 14bit 4.4.4

[@DSLRMAN01]

What is that fan behind the camera body at 5:10 on the timeline?

[@halimrahman]

For hybrid shooter (50-50), would suggest this E1 or A6700?

[@VicBarry]

Depends on whether you want that full frame look or are happy with APS-C. The EVF on the 6700 is a nice thing to have for photography.

[@halimrahman]

@@VicBarry I've been looking at photos taken by A6700 and they lose the effect that you get from a full-frame camera, of course, i mean that bokeh. from all the reviews and photo samples, I would say E1 is more geared towards videography.

[@VicBarry]

100% the ZV-E1 is video first. But it takes a decent photo

[@halimrahman]

@@VicBarry i am tilted back and forth between E1 and A6700. E1 crops and upscales from 2.84K to 4K when using Dynamic Active Stabilisation. So, there is a perceivable loss. A6700 on the other hand is using a smaller sensor and with a crop factor of 1.5 will make my favourite 24mm F2.8 G like an F4.2. Despite its downscale to 4K, it crops on the sensor too much.

[@VicBarry]

@@halimrahman To be honest, it really depends on where the audience are. If they're watching on their phone, nobody will know or really care to be honest.

[@JackWoodhams]

Enjoyed watching this, interesting to see you hop about in different spots for the video 😅

[@benjaminenriquez3059]

I recently bought this and if you jiggle the camera back and forth in your hand the internals shake around a lot. You can hear it. This is with the camera off. I’ve never had that happen with Sony cameras before. Did anyone else notice that?

[@VicBarry]

Hey Benjamin, the only thing you should be hearing is the sensor moving around as part of the stabilization system. Shaking the camera you can hear it. But if you’re hearing a lot more than that then send the camera back.

[@benjaminenriquez3059]

@@VicBarry I wish I knew if it was more than that, or just the sensor. If you can hear it, then that has to be what it is. Thank you.

[@sundaydr1ve]

its the sensor dont worry

[@CINENIMUS]

Does it have an option to turn off internal noise reduction when shooting log?

[@VicBarry]

Afraid not.

[@CINENIMUS]

@@VicBarry oh really? Wow thats a major deal breaker there. I know a7s3 and fx3 does allow it.

[@blackcatooow]

hmm you didn’t like the mic of the zv-e1 yet it actually sounds better than your studio audio, perhaps it’s the echo and robotic feel

[@MEWARIGUY]

Hi vic first of all great insitful video, I am from india and weather like do you think it can survive in cinematography, i am stuck between fx30, zve1 & M4 cant decide which is value for money for me cause I am into semi profesional works on a intermediate level and dont want to put my money on wrong device, please enlighten me about it, will appreciate that 🙏

[@VicBarry]

Hey. For me it would come down to the fx30 or the Zv-e1. Depending on exactly what you’re shooting full frame or apsc may be a better option. Heat wise, had the zv-e1 in 90 degree weather recently and zero problems.

[@AprilClayton]

If I use 1/50 shutter speed for 24 fps, could that be why dynamic stabilization is doing odd jerking motions? It is stable then a jerk here and there. I’ll try upping the shutter speed.

[@VicBarry]

That’s exactly it

[@MovingtoOhio]

What is your favorite vlog camera ?

[@VicBarry]

Right now, for pure portability the Osmo Pocket 3

[@runningintohistory]

I think I watched every video on the ZV-E1 on KZbin and your videos definitely helped me decide to pick it up. Thank you! I don't Vlog. I wanted the best looking video I could get under $3k. I almost purchased the A7Siii but I couldn't justify the cost for my small channel and hobby. The FX30 was out because I have all full frame Sony glass so I didn't want to step down to APSC glass and the FX30 noise compared to my other consideration, the BM6K was not going to work. The BM6K was out due to the time involved with the focus system. For me there was no other choice besides the ZV-E1. I live in Pennsylvania (USA) and was terrified of all the overheating stories. Since I purchased this camera last week, I performed a 45min interview in my house (air conditioned, 72 degrees, 24fps, 4.2.2 10bit) with no issues at all. I also recorded an interview outside, in 74 degree temp, with the afternoon sun beating down on the camera for 21 minutes without any issues. I then immediately switched the camera to 60fps and recorded 5 minutes worth of slow motion b-roll, without any issues or warnings. That is close to the maximum limits that I will be using it for but I did purchase a cheap fan to rig up just in case I need to go beyond this. Now just waiting for that 120fps to show up. I don't do gear reviews but I will post a quick video for anyone in my same situation.

[@VicBarry]

Hey. Awesome feedback to get. Thank you. Sounds like you’re having a last with the Zv-e1. It’ll be interesting to see what happens when the 4K 120 turns up 🥵

[@lynnewhelden]

Can’t it USB stream @1080p just fine???

[@thewhiskeycowboy-official]

Yes it can. And I have not had (as of yet) any overheating issues. Also livestreams tend to be lower quality going out anyways compared to regular high quality video uploads. That said, whatever other software (streaming, or even Zoom with it) will drop the quality down even lower to 720 or so. But I have found that even this, for most streaming applications is more than fine.... the lens matters (with proper lighting) far more than the "stream quality" of the video from the camera.

[@4thGearPinnedmx]

Awesome video Vic, i bought the ZV E1 off your recommendation and ive only had it a few days but gotta say very very impressed, one thing i think would make this camera better if they bring a firmware update to customise the home screen icons to suit. One thing i cant fully understand is when everyone shoots in 4K 24p for cinematic look, ive tried this but just looks choppy when i pan across, i know im a newbie am i doing something wrong i have tried in 4k 24p 1/50. I find myself swithching back to 60fps to get the smooth pan look.

[@VicBarry]

Cheers 🙏 so there is a degree of customisation you can do regarding what’s shown on the screen. Pressing up will cycle through the displays. However the menus that you swipe in from the left and right you can’t customize. Hopefully a firmware update will bring that functionality. The 24p stuff is it “choppy” when playing back on the camera or just on the computer?

[@aquinoj99]

That’s the trade off for using 24fps. While it is “cinematic”, playing it back on a 60hz screen will never be smooth. Lots of videos about this on YT. 30 fps will also be smoother.

[@4thGearPinnedmx]

@Vic Barry I just tested it recording HD 24fps and 4k 24fps both I put shutter at 1/50 it was choppy on both camera screen and my iMac, will the aperture effect this, what is the go-to settings for cinematic look, bear in mind I'm a newbie to this cinematic look I normally shoot all my videos in HD 60fps (old panasonic camera) when it's in 24fps do you have to pan really really slow , any advise to get the cinematic look would be appreciated. Or maybe make a vlog showing or explaining how to get it. Your presentation skills how you come across to the audience is so down to earth. Great videos buddy. If you get a minute flick on one of my vlogs this will give you an idea of my style , don't worry I'm not asking for you subscribe just to see my style and advise.

[@4thGearPinnedmx]

@aquinoj99 I have never used 24fps before always used 60fps because of the style of vlogs I do, I just wanted learn the cinematic look but I'm very new to these high performance cameras.

[@andyreynoldsiprovid133]

Basically don’t pan. Whip it or don’t pan. Same goes for any camera.

I use only full HD, it over heats in full hd?

[@Wildridefilms]

The AF seems to struggle at 9:54

[@leemcrainey1611]

2:54 😅😅 2:54 2:54

[@leemcrainey1611]

2:54 😅

[@garfieldmtify]

Many things come through with you video all of which are great. ((1). You seriously love hat camera! (2). You care a lot and your passion come through. VERY NICE!

[@VicBarry]

Wow, thank you!

[@TravellingBankRuptly]

i love zv-e10

[@Chris-ey7zy]

I love mine

[@VicBarry]

Hey Chris, what’s your favourite thing about the Sony zv-e1?

[@Chris-ey7zy]

@@VicBarry I find it easy to use. I love the new menu. I like the touch screen. Instead of going thru one menu after another. The memory mode. Yes I know other camera has it. I have the fx30, A7iv and recently A7C traded for E1. I like the weight though it feels fragile and plastic. I don’t like not having an eye piece but I’ll live with it. I haven’t had any heat issue though first time I had it , it was very warm. Haven’t tested it for any long videos. I don’t like that the flash sync is only up to 1/60 th of a second. Didn’t realize that until I saw a video saying that. I like hss. I think that it’s high iso base is 12800. Unlike my fx30 which is 3200. I shoot lots of low light environments and just use a variable ND and it’s easy. I wish it did what my A7iv did which is close the shutter over the sensor. I just did a job and there was this stupid dust in the middle of the sensor and some of my videos has this dark dot in the middle of these white clothes. I should have noticed it sooner but wasn’t using a monitor. But that high iso video looked really really really good. It feels good in my hands. I mostly use it on a gimbal the Zhiyun Weebill 3S. I use it in vertical mode and my A7C would sometimes tip over with the Sony 55mm 1.8 lens with the Zhiyun Weebill S. The combination of the Zv-E1 with the new Weebill 3S is perfect with vertical shooting which this clothing company wants me to shoot for their social media. It’s like the camera I’ve been looking for to solve this problem for a couple of years

[@VicBarry]

Awesome reply. Thanks for taking the time for that Chris. Yeah, the dual base ISO is 12800 on the high end. Epic stuff.

[@petersuvara]

I think Kasey has the perfect camera 😅

[@MANZANOADRIAN]

daughter went out of focus

[@9adriano21]

Stabilization causes artifact, ruins most shots if you ask me. Sony needs to start working on real IBIS not digital

[@VicBarry]

Yeah. There’s definitely a trade off. Higher shutter speeds make a big difference but personally I’m not a huge fan of the look it gives.

[@9adriano21]

@@VicBarry yeah, why would you get a $2200 camera + lens to have your footage look like a GoPro, this his a huge pitfall. All we needed from Sony was an a7cII with IBIS, 10bit and a front dial. That’s it, but we got this garbage

[@18yearsoldnot]

Oh okay… I thought electronic stabilisation is better than ibis which on Panasonic is known to show a lot of wobbling on the edges? If you are certain… I might just get sigma fp and dove it on my mini gimbal and then deal with the large file sizes 😅

[@9adriano21]

@@18yearsoldnot I have the S5II, the wobble only happens on lenses 18mm or wider, and when you really are not being “careful” holding the camera. If consider that Sony’s Dynamic stabilization uses a 30% crop, you could apply that same crop the the LUMIX and never see a wobble nor a motion blur artifact, it’s superior in every way.

[@18yearsoldnot]

@@9adriano21 thank you for the intel. I’d absolutely love to own a Panasonic. Currently I’m a Nikon guy using a cheap z5 and I really see the wobbles on a vintage 300mm prime. It would be great to know if the Panasonic ibis works as well on lenses that are not Panasonic… e.g. my zeiss biogon for Leica m mount. I’m still lusting over the zv-e1 and sigma fp though - they fit on a gimbal so much better and turn into compact photo cameras when you take them off… If it weren’t for my Nikon I’d definitely get the s52 bundle with the Panasonic 50mm prime for sure

[@RandomLifeProductions]

Overpriced….. Panasonic better….

[@j.b.3076]

Keep that moustache!!!

[@Joe-mg6pj]

I am still having a tuff time believing a 12 megapixel camera is good....

[@VicBarry]

Hey Joe, out of curiosity…why?

[@Joe-mg6pj]

@@VicBarry Surprising, we are spoiled by the original ZV-1... it's about 20 megapixels in a small sensor... I also don't love a higher price point just for vlog work...

[@VicBarry]

Ah fair enough. To be honest less megapixels isn’t a bad thing especially for video. And on a full frame camera it’s crazy good. More megapixels are a necessity if you’re doing a lot of reframing / cropping of photos or printing out billboards. The Arri Alexa Mini, widely praised for being one of the best cinema cameras on the planet barely has 7 megapixels. All that said, still love the ZV-1

[@xyse247]

IIRC technically this is a 48mp sensor(same process as the A1) but does some on chip binning.

[@wakeywarrior]

It’s surprisingly good, but I don’t crop photos in a lot much or print out on large sheets of A3 etc. My photos are mainly on social media or at most viewed on my TV.