Setup a Sony ZV1 as A WebCam for LiveStreaming and Zoom Calls

[@TechTravelBeyond]

What are you using for your Zoom Calls or Live Streams? Do you use a ZV1 or other camera other than your laptop camera?

[@andresjimen1]

I use Nikon D3500 for my web meetings, but anyways, thank you very much for posting this helpful video. Regards.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Andrés Jiménez Wow! Rockin that Nikon in your meetings! That’s a great camera. Thanks for watching!

[@Appmyhome]

We use the built in camera and mic from our iMac or MacBook Air. They work sufficiently.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@Appmyhome That's great!

[@DeanReynoldsMusic]

This was very informative!

[@NinjaKuma]

How do you only have 209 subs? You're one of the only creators that actually *explains* what is in the title. Take my sub.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@Ninja Kuma, you made my day! My goal is to help viewers and to add value with reviews, tips and tutorials! Thanks for the sub, and more to come!

[@NinjaKuma]

@@TechTravelBeyond keep up the great work 😁

[@Tora8688]

Be patient, I have only 4 Subs.

[@MsMarisRodriguez]

Oh my God. Thank you sr. I watched like 20 videos and was so frustrated till I found you.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@TalksTashaTALKSTASHA]

Same here !!!!!

[@CandiceDeVille]

VERY impressive! Your instructions are so clear, easy to follow and not full of padding chatter. New subscriber here!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thank You, Candice! Thanks for watching, and glad to have you as part of our growing community here. More to come!

[@edwincov]

You make the clearest explanations, my friend. Thank you!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thank you for taking the time to comment, and thanks for watching!

[@DrJudyHo]

Thank you so much for such an amazing tutorial. I’m not great with tech but this really helped me setup my Sony for plug and play!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

So glad this helped! Happy filming. 😉

[@ceomg]

thank you SO much! I just bought the vz-1 for my livestreams and was having so much trouble setting it up. I had a spare elgato s60 capture card so I used that to connect the camera to my pc and it works!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

So glad this helped you! Thanks for watching, and stay tuned for more.

[@theprofilepod]

Thank you for the information. I recently purchased my ZV1 and I’m ready to go now!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Cool! Check out some of my other ZV1 Videos, and happy filming!

[@gilbeavers03]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge about the ZV1.. I just picked one up for content creation.. you also have a great voice you would be great at voice over work. Thanks again

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, Gil! Enjoy the ZV1. It's been my go-to gear for my channel.

[@biz-73]

Dude, I thought this video was about how to zoom the lense with a ZV1 lol, but I enjoyed the pro-tips either way! Great video!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks! I did a video with the Ulanzi wide angle lens with the ZV 1 if you are interested in that too! Thanks for watching!

[@theyayachronicles3127]

Thank for all the info ! This channel is so underrated keep up the great work my friend!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, will do!

[@PhilippeGelin]

Thank you Chuck. Very clear, and I like your style of presenting!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Hi Phillipe! What other things would you like to learn with your ZV1! 👍

[@PhilippeGelin]

@@TechTravelBeyond Thank you Chuck, I'll see, I'm want to start a youtube coaching channel and use the ZV1 for as my main camera for that. So I may have further questions down the line...

[@TalksTashaTALKSTASHA]

Thank at last someone who explains correctly 🎉

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheSuperrespect13]

This is easy to follow, touches on common concerns and how to resolve them. This channel is a godsend. Subscribed and that bell is on. Cheers!!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Praween, I'm so glad this helps! Let me know what else you'd like to see, and thanks for watching!

[@davidashley4386]

Your great ! Hope your channel expands, I’ve subscribed.🙂

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Wow! You made my day! I hope the channel grows too. Let me know if there's anything you'd like to watch and learn. Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@YesToTech]

This is wonderful! Can't wait to try this out! Thanks so much for sharing your tips!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thank you! It works!

[@TheLeadAttorney]

great video. thanks so much!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnbritton2835]

To the point and clear, this is a really good instructional video

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Hi John! Thanks for letting me know. Most of all, thanks for watching!

[@cletotirabassi]

Nice video, Chuck! 👏🏻 You have a super calm, professional and friendly presence. Info and tips most appreciated 😊

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I appreciate your comments, Cleto! This means so much to me. Let me know of anything you’d like to see. Thanks for watching!

[@cletotirabassi]

@@TechTravelBeyond Most welcome! Just got mine a few days back and trying to get to grips with all its functions. I'll be sure to follow and let you know though. Perhaps just one thing. If I choose to buy any of the items for which you have affiliate links, they default to the US store. I'm based in Italy. Is there a way for Amazon to give you links for international subscribers, like those in Europe?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@cletotirabassi the micro HDMI to HDMI cable for camera to capture card: www.amazon.it/AmazonBasics-cavo-micro-HDMI-flessibile/dp/B07KSDB25X/ref=sxin_9_pb?__mk_it_IT=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&cv_ct_cx=micro+hdmi+to+hdmi&dchild=1&keywords=micro+hdmi+to+hdmi&pd_rd_i=B07KSDB25X&pd_rd_r=13494f16-20e1-449e-b02a-90bc966a28b1&pd_rd_w=GNYhx&pd_rd_wg=LdGhv&pf_rd_p=6c6821b7-072e-4a3a-8df6-a55db2e49119&pf_rd_r=2GNP3ZTVY45ATSZQYBWE&qid=1613075370&sr=1-2-cc7a04fe-cc55-42ad-b883-1b910070c86a USB Capture Card: www.amazon.it/AMANKA-Acquisizione-Convertitore-Acquisitore-VideoCamera/dp/B08CZJFV7S/ref=sr_1_4?__mk_it_IT=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&dchild=1&keywords=usb+capture+card&qid=1613075453&s=electronics&sr=1-4

[@cletotirabassi]

@@TechTravelBeyond Excellent! Thanks Chuck. Talk soon again.

[@LucianaGL]

Thank you for mentioning the capture card, that’s such a great tip!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

It’s still the best way to connect the ZV1 and even the ZV-E10 because you get full HD which is easier for bandwidth and still looks good! Thanks for watching!

[@nickandhelmi]

Sony's camera quality is so good, I'm kinda biased since i'm sony user 🙌🏻 level up your zoom call with sony 😎

[@TechTravelBeyond]

LOL...I have 4 Sony cameras! They've gotten so good!

[@Route1Cityzen]

Thank you for this. When do you use the USB Streaming function?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I don’t use the USB streaming. If you look at the manual for the camera, uSB streaming is lower resolution than HD.

[@Pi_invest]

Very helpful video, thank you. Would be good to also feature an audio set-up as well such as a Rode.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I did with a Rode Wireless Go, Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ_Hpnhoi52GopY

[@inspirenation]

Great video...very instructional and informative. Thanks so much!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for watching!

[@yanglittlewa]

Thank you so much. You explain so well. Very clear. Love it. I ordered the video capture card. Can you show us how to connect the ZV1 with KZbin please, thank you so much.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Perhaps I’ll make a video about that! Stay tuned!

[@makitchen]

this is a great tutorial, chuck! thanks for sharing! i never knew you could use a point&shoot instead of the built-in laptop camera!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thank You, Lawrence! I did it a few weeks ago on a zoom call! I patterned my outline just like a skilled food creator would: what you need, and the steps to put it all together. I learned from skilled food creators like you!

[@makitchen]

@@TechTravelBeyond hahah that's awesome, chuck! love it!

[@AshiraliYoga]

Thank you so much for this video! I have been contemplating on purchasing zv1 for zoom meetings and this video really helped!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

So glad it helped you. Thanks for watching!

[@AshiraliYoga]

@@TechTravelBeyond yes it did got my ZV1 today! Thank you so much again. Wish your channel grows a million fold 🙏

[@MalloryRoseCo]

Awesome tutorial, Chuck! Super helpful! Thank you for sharing.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@gaviolifelipe]

Very objective in your explanation. Thank you very much.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for watching, and I hope it helps you!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thank you!

[@maidoesthings]

Thanks for sharing this tutorial Chuck! I've been curious about how to do this with my Sony A6500 and I'm assuming it's a similar process. This will come in handy when I need to give presentations at work!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Yes, Mai! It is, and you simply plug your camera into the USB HDMI capture card and Boom! You're streaming!

[@fullofjoy888]

Very informative! I've been dealing with my laptop camera for all my coaching calls for years. Might be time for an upgrade!!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

My coach upgraded her set up recently using the same method. It works well and the image and framing is better than from the angle of the laptop. Thank you for watching!

[@brandonwilcox6427]

This is great. What do you use for good audio quality with it?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Hi Brandon! I use the Rode Wireless Go, and the Purple Panda Lavalier mic with the Sony ZV-1. I started with the lavalier first, and added the Wireless Go later. You can find them here: kit.co/techtravelbeyond/sony-zv-1-youtube-kit

[@bmccarty2012]

A little late to the party, but thanks for the clear and informative video. Do you know if the camera run all day using the USB power option?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

The camera can run all day streaming in this mode as long as you are not recording to SD card,. When you record the stream, record externally because SD cards have file size limitations. I've had the camera on for the whole day while filming on/off for videos, and when you use the dummy battery set up I have in the description, it works! I also was in a zoom session for over 2 hours, and the camera was on the whole time using the dummy battery connected to USB power.

[@bmccarty2012]

@@TechTravelBeyond That's great to hear, and thank you very much for getting back to me :)

[@JuvaniRichardson]

thank you. very much appreciated for the info! :) happy 2022

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Juvani, thanks for letting me know you like the setup info! I use this for Zoom calls with other video creators I took a class with. Happy 2022 to you too, and thanks for watching!

[@wailunkwok5483]

great introduction!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thank you!

[@ProjectRefinedLife]

Thank you for going step by step, I appreciate it.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

You’re welcome, Annette! Let me know if there’s something else you’d like to learn about. Thanks for watching!

[@ProjectRefinedLife]

@@TechTravelBeyond - Yes!!! PLEASE, I need help, lol. I just bought this camera yesterday. I want to record yoga & meditation videos. What is the best way to do this using this camera? How would I record the video, edit & post to youtube? Ineed easy, step by step instructions as I know nothing about cameras. Any help would greatly appreciated.

[@OliviaChoong]

Very helpful, thanks very much! :)

[@TechTravelBeyond]

So happy this helped! Thanks for watching!

[@cahyabuwana1003]

Perfect and worked well! Thanks. Another global ZV1 challenge, do you know how to change the locked language setting (Japanese) into English? All people who have bought the ZV1 in Japan were frustrated on this issue. Kindly answer the challenge, please.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

No Access to a Japan version here. It appears to be locked down via firmware installed, and there may be a way via firmware or software hack. Glad my video helped your setup and thanks for watching!

[@petepilot]

Another great video! I love my ZV-1

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, Peter! I shot this on the RX100 Vii because I was using the ZV1 for the demo shots. I love the ZV1 and I’m using it more for these videos than my A6400. It’s a fast, easy setup, and the autofocus and 1.8 aperture is awesome!

[@thehighvaluemancouncil]

sick bro love this tutorial

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, and glad this helped!

[@Appmyhome]

very handy instructions to use the ZV1 for zoom. Thanks. Oh, how about another video on what settings work best for filming your videos. i.e. do you go intelligent auto or set up special? If you use intelligent auto do you sometimes get "zooming" effects if the lighting changes slightly?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I use manual settings for video. I set white balance for color, and good lighting so I can keep to a frame rate and shutter speed for natural motion. Good lighting helps to keep to a lower ISO too.

[@RogerClubv]

Thx for the informative info.. Does the Sony zv-1 overheat while using as a webcam?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I cover some of the settings to help you prevent overheating using the menus in this video. Follow my steps, and you shouldn’t have the overheat problem.

[@JoseRojasYT]

Great review Chuck. Definitely very helpful for those zoom calls 👍

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, Jose! I used it for an online class recently, and I had the brightest, sharpest image. :-)

[@otherryan]

This is a great review Chuck! The only thing I use for live streams and Zoom calls is my built in laptop camera, so it definitely may be time to upgrade my camera and mic set up 😅😅 thanks for sharing!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, Ryan! The ZV1 is also great for filiming videos like this one!

[@lifemissioncapital6187]

Thank you for the video. But for some reason, our zoom or OBS is not recognizing the video source. What can be the reason?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

If you’re using the HDMI out and a HDMI to USB video card, look for the USB video card as a source in OBS. If you’re trying to stream via USB out on the camera, there should be a source. I only have used the HDMI out on the ZV1 since USB is not even HD resolution (see the manual). Hope this helps and thanks for watching.

[@jonathanmaloney2457]

Great video. Helped me alot

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Glad it helped, Thanks for watching!

[@FlyEatsShow]

Great video !!! Such informative stuff !!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, Fly Eats Show! The ZV1 is great for streaming and filming videos like these!

[@1951Ford]

Hey, thanks, good info, does this also work with a sony hx80 camera? looks like it might.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

It should. It has a micro-hdmi out, but as the specs say, it only outputs audio on playback only. Personally, when I Zoom/stream on the ZV1, I don't use the the camera's mic and set it to the computer's mic since it's closer than the camera's mic.

[@swatz2110]

Hi may I ask if u use this camera as a webcam on zoom meetings,can we zoom in and zoom out (Sony zv1)

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I use it as a camera for Zoom, henceforth the video. I mostly use it as a stationary camera behind my laptop. I use it Zoomed out so it get's the widest aperture for better exposure with the blurry background. Manipulating a camera during a zoom session may be distracting, and zooming in/out also affects exposure, focus, etc. If you want to show something in your zoom session, you can pre-record and share the video. I've done that for a Zoom session for a video course I was taking.

[@TonesAdventuresHD]

Very educational. Thanks for sharing!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Hope it helps you. Thanks for watching!

[@MrGheller]

Hi! What are the differences between Card 1, Card 2, and Card 3 you shared in the description of the video? Thank you for sharing.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

They all pretty much do the same job. They’ve been at different price points so you have ample choices.

[@MrGheller]

@@TechTravelBeyond Ok, so any "Card" is the same? Separately, all this mounts for teleprompter plus extra cables and adapters for battery power plus weird stuff to use it as webcam is overwhelming and confusing. When I got the Sony ZV-1 I thought I was getting something "like an iphone". Easy and direct. I can't even imagine how more complex all this is with other cameras, lol.

[@JennyDevonshire-o5e]

Great video, I bought the items and managed to attach my camera to Zoom but the video keeps automatically turning off on Zoom (not the camera), any tips tp stop this?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

If the camera is still working, it sounds like a zoom setting. Try this checklist: www.obsbot.com/blog/video-conferencing/fix-zoom-camera-not-working

[@ChimereFaulk]

The video was very helpful. I have a updated macbook pro that doesn't have the usb ports or hdmi's. What cord would you recommend in replacement of the HDMI to HDMI and Cam Cards?

[@ChimereFaulk]

Would this work? USB C to HDMI Cable | 10ft 4K@60Hz, uni USB Type-C to HDMI Braided Cable [Thunderbolt 3 Compatible] for Samsung S20 / S10 / S9, MacBook Pro 2020/2019, MacBook Air/iPad Pro 2020, and More

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Get the multi port dongle for Apple computers with USB C charging. You can then use the regular USB port on the dongle for the setup in this video.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@ChimereFaulk see my reply above

[@revalioinc]

Great video, thanks. Just wondering will the ZV1 produce that great looking boka effect while live-streaming with this setup during a Zoom session?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Never had the need, but if you have lots of light, and zoom out, you can achieve the bokeh with the 1.8 aperture. But when you’re live-streaming, resolutions are usually reduced and a good image is better to focus on.

[@revalioinc]

👍

[@MyCancerChicBlog]

Thank you super helpful!!!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

So glad this helped! Thanks for watching!

[@sandayoo3143]

Thank you for your video! how do i add more devices (other than Macbook pro facetime chat) for Video? I don't see any other options in the camera drop down option.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I’m not sure what you mean. If you’re using the setup I show, it only will work for the one device plugged into the USB HDMI capture card.

[@fpl_az]

This is so helpful, thank you. One question, in my HDMI settings, I just have HDMI Resolution, HDMI Info Display, TC Output, REC control (greyed) and CTRL for HDMI. I don't have the 25/6-p Output that you have in your settings?

[@shanepivac9028]

Same here! Any suggestions people?

[@fpl_az]

@@shanepivac9028 I fixed it by switching to NTC from PAL :)

[@shanepivac9028]

@@fpl_az thanks! I actually had the thought of doing that. Just completely forgot. Lol

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for looking at that! I was stumped since I was traveling for work without the ZV1 and , and realized it was an NTSC / PAL setting.

[@ACLSportsTherapy]

Can anyone please tell me what the cable is that goes into the camera as I have purchase several none fit! please and thank you :)

[@Jeanelleats]

WAIT THAT'S WHAT THE CAPTURE DEVICE IS FOR?! My bf's cousin just bought one...I didn't know I can use it for streaming! AHHH!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Yup! Just don’t buy the ElGato. Too expensive for zoom since it only needs 1080p. The elgato 4k is way too expensive for Zoom

[@AJCoReTV]

Great vid Chuck 👍🏽

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, AJ! You're awesome!

[@belenosqura5802]

Great video! My capture card does not have a USB input however, and I cannot actually find one that does. It only has a HDMI input. Does this mean I need to get a micro HDMI to HDMI cable and use the same process?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Follow my video step by step. It sounds like you didn’t and this setup works.

[@briansylvester6739]

Thank you for this informative video! I've been using the ZV1 for the past 6 months to stream my live classes. I have the heat sensor set to High, but the camera still shuts down on occasion after an hour and a half or so. The battery is being continuously charged, so it doesn't seem like a battery issue. I contacted Sony customer support and the chat tech suggested using one of their adaptors or a dummy battery, I'm pretty sure that the dummy battery is not an option. What would you suggest?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Open the monitor, and do not press the record button on the camera. Also, since most video streaming apps do not take 4K video and most on computers do not view 4K set your output to 1080p. This may help.

[@mindsetfromfertilitytomoth7378]

Great video! Thank you so much! I have been using the built-in camera on my Macbook Pro for my Zoom workshops and such! And Now I have just successfully connected my Sony ZV-1 as a camera for Zoom! Following exactly your instruction! Question though: can you use a Nikon D7100 or a Cannon Power Shot G11 with the same method? Thank you so kindly again for sharing your wisdom! Very grateful! 💕💕💕

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Hi Lin! Your comment made my day! Glad it worked. As far as other cameras, as long as it has a micro-HDMI port and can output the live image from the camera, it should work. The settings may be different, so you’d have to refer to the camera manuals to ensure it can output the HDMI signal like the ZV1 can. Thanks for watching!

[@mindsetfromfertilitytomoth7378]

@@TechTravelBeyond Amazing! Thank you so much! Really appreciate your answer!

[@ShawnMHowell]

Thank you for this video. I successfully did my first livestream using my zv1 and a cam link. However, my Sony zv1 battery only lasted 30 minutes. I had to switch to my MacBook webcam to finish out my hour livestream. Any thoughts on how to extend my battery life?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

In this video, I showed how to hook up to the AC adapter or external battery using the micro-usb cable which came with your camera. Use that and you should be able to have ample power.

[@ShawnMHowell]

@@TechTravelBeyond thank you! Such a simple solution. I am so new to tech. I really appreciate how you explain things slowly and in simple steps that I can understand.

[@thetaylorcu]

Extremely informative video! Thank you! I've got one quick question. On Zoom, my Sony ZV1 is making me look a little distorted because of the frame. I noticed that there is a box that says "original ratio." I unchecked that box and it's not as bad but there is still a frame. Any tips?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I'm not sure. Are you using this setup with the HDMI capture, or the Sony software? This setup gives full 1080p resolution, so you should have a full image coming through.

[@thetaylorcu]

@@TechTravelBeyond Idk what you did but it worked! haha First time I tried it, zoom didn't like the HD box clicked on but after restarting the program, it worked out fine. I'm using this setup with the HDMI capture. It's not a full image. it still has the black columns on the side but the image isn't distorted so we're all good! You're a magician haha. Thank you!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Glad this worked for you! Thanks for your update, and most of all, thanks for watching!

[@spearcy]

Even now after the April 2021 ZV-1 firmware update, this HDMI method is still the better way to go for livestream video quality, compared to the USB method. I had to chuckle at the part at 6:07 where you "plug the HDMI cable into the Camlink" and then plug the "Camlink" into the computer (after that good explanation why a Camlink card isn't ideal or necessary). 🤭

[@TechTravelBeyond]

LOL...I should have said "Capture Card!" Thank for watching!

[@spearcy]

@@TechTravelBeyond I knew what you meant. 🙂

[@evanleo1947]

Its been a little while. Are you using a dummy battery or relying on the usb power option?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I usually use a powerbank, via USB. Just make sure your camera's battery is full so the powerbank is not charging the battery instead of powering the camera while shooting. The dummy battery which connects to AC power is another option too.

[@ShivaniPatwardhan_]

Does this mean you can;t charge the camera while live streaming? As in the battery won't last for more than an hour

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Yes. Check out this video for how to connect to a power supply without the camera having to decide to charge/discharge the battery first. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIXZYauGjbhsfdU

[@RhysSGaming]

If I have an elgato camlink 4k would I set the hdmi settings to 4k?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

If I recall, the HDMI output settings for the camera may allow 4K. Check the settings menu for HDMI output on the ZV1. Remember your computer and broadband connection may slow down with that much data upstream, and it depends on the software your using too.

[@quovadis5890]

Does the Zoom use the audio of the zv1 instead of the computer? Thank you!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Hi Bliss Bliss! In the settings for Zoom, you can chose the USB Camera audio (the ZV1) or you can chose the computer audio. I chose the computer’s mic for my Zoom sessions with the ZV1 because it was pretty good from the MacBook Pro. In one session, I attached a lav mic to the ZV1 and it worked well too, but I had to remove the mic so I could refill my coffee or step away from the session.

[@pacmanlp8876]

Which camera and lense did you used for your main shot in this video? Are the same you used on you other videos on your channel? (Colours on this video looks different) Im doubting between zv1 or a6400 for my streams and cant decide

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for your comment. In this video, I used the A6400 with the kit lens. I also shot in 1080p 24fps with 1/50 shutter speed, 800iso, so this is why it looks different. Now I use the A6400 30fps, 1/60 shutter, 200 ISO with better color calibration, lighting, and the Sigma 16mm 1.4 lens. The handheld shots are from the Z6400 at 1000iso so this is why they are grainy. Use ZV1 for streams. Pat Flynn does with one of his cams, and if your platform only supports up to 1080p, the ZV1 can handle it.

[@gracestillar8083]

What port on the ZV-1 are you using for the power bank? Wouldn't the HDMI-mini port be occupied with the HDMI cable that's daisy chained to the capture card?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

There are three ports on your ZV1. Mic in, HDMI-out, and the one you use to charge your camera battery: micro-USB.

[@Zeldilockz]

Hi is this possible in facebook or youtube live streaming?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

If you stream through your computer and their apps allow for webcams, yes!

[@ortallevitan1]

my mind is blown! I didnt know you could do that

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks, Ortal, you can!

[@StewComedy]

How do I remove the menu items (ISO, Aperture) from appearing on my Zoom? Thanks!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

At 5:47 in the video, I showed you how to turn HDMI Info Display off. Check it out. That's where it is in the menus. Thanks for watching!

[@TheNeryo]

Hi, have you ever tried Live Streaming using your phone (iPhone 11) as a hotspot?? Outdoors???

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Other than Zoom, I have not live-streamed with the ZV1 outdoors. I’ve just used the iPhone itself for a stream and that worked well since the phone camera is good on its own and it wouldn’t blow through the phone power with cellular and wifi simultaneously. Perhaps I may try that when I go to Formula 1 in October!

[@TheNeryo]

@@TechTravelBeyond Thanks

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@TheNeryo Thanks for watching!

[@TheNeryo]

@@TechTravelBeyond Thanks man, if you do It will be much appreciated. ;-)

[@MyCancerChicBlog]

I have a question, I found that when I plugged in the charging cord to my computer along with the hdmi the camera turns off. Do you have any suggestions to help with the charging while streaming? I also will try plugging into a charging bank vs the computer

[@TechTravelBeyond]

This video shows you exactly how to stream without using the USB. I used a micro-HDMI out into a USB capture card, and this gives you better resolution than USB to computer video output (see the ZV1 manual--it's not HD via USB). Also, follow the settings I give you, and you'll not have the overheat-power off issue. If you do not hit record on the camera, it's simply sending out video. I've been able to attenda a zoom class for longer than 1.5. hours without an issue with better output resolution. If you want to record the session, you can let your computer do that with all attendees and session materials. I made a video on external power with the ZV1 streaming here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIXZYauGjbhsfdU Thanks for watching!

[@MyCancerChicBlog]

@@TechTravelBeyond Thanks just watched that other video this AM and it was so helpful

[@abcammym]

I have had my YT channel for nearly 2 years , I have never had a camera that this sony zv1 ,,am terrible with technology , I want to do vlogging outside walking around towns and cities,, I use my fone as I find it easy to post up my videos, it's the learning of a laptop,,that bothers me , I can't download anything on my laptop as am only learning with technology,,should I still buy this sony zv1 , thanks

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Best place to start with vlogging and getting comfortable with a camera is your phone! You can even edit on your phone, and download ZV1 video to your phone. Adobe Premier rush is great and works on iPhone and on laptop. If yours is a Mac, I started with iMovie. It’s also on iPhone! There’s an great hour long video on Think Media about editing with iMovie. Once you get editing basics there, you’ll be able to make a faster transition to bigger apps like Final Cut Pro or Davinci Resolve. You’ve got a good start with the phone. Keep going there and take your time! Lots of creators started with just a phone. I watch channels that just shoot with a phone, and while most would never know it, I can tell. A few of my shorts here and on Instagram have been filmed on an older iPhone SE and 13Pro.

[@contentchris83]

I'm having a problem with my cam link 4k and zv1. I just bought them. The image and sound are choppy/laggy . I stream using Restream Studio for my live podcast. Do you have any suggestions how to solve this problem?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Unfortunately, this video did not feature a 4K cam link. That’s because not all computers and programs can process 4K streaming properly, and not all internet services allow for 4K upstream bandwidth. What I used was an HD streaming card which is more common and compatible. Thanks for watching!

[@blablablub5970]

so with the usb-streaming on the ZV-1 it is limited to 720p, right? is it possible to stream in 1080p somehow, maybe a capture card? Thanks.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Watch at 3:19. I show you the video card.

[@blablablub5970]

@@TechTravelBeyond Okay thank you, and with this card you can record in 1080p!?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@blablablub5970 yes! It will give you good video at 1080p. It will also be less processing for your computer since the video is processed via the video card, and a good clean 1080p signal will be less upload bandwith for your livestream. This will save bandwith if your provider measures all your bandwith and applies it to your monthly caps and charges extra if you go over their limits. Also some livestream platforms or meetings may downscale 4k to 1080p anyways. This is the same for some live recording platforms. Thanks for watching!

[@nickimosley574]

I can't find an option to select USB Camera on my zoom video settings. I unfortunately have OBS and Elgato installed and I just can't seem to get rid of them. Those are the only options other than facetimeshowing up! Please help! thanks so much.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

If you're using Zoom, it gives you video source in the settings menu when you plug the adapter and cable into the USB port like I demonstrated. I don't use OBS nor Elgato, so perhaps that is over riding your source options in Zoom..

[@TranBinh_VN]

Good Job….thanks

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for watching!

[@vladvrinceanu5430]

for how long can u use the zv1 as webcam over USB cable? mine after 90 minutes just overheats and shutdown

[@TechTravelBeyond]

This is not a video as a webcam using USB as an output . It’s about using the micro-HDMI out. The USB is powering the camera. Watch the video again and you may find menu settings regarding overheat.

[@vladvrinceanu5430]

@@TechTravelBeyond my problem is relative to the usb connection. Could u try it ?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@vladvrinceanu5430 There are other videos out there for USB out with Sony software. Although I didn’t cover the USB connect in this video, I did give a tip for the overheat shutoff issue in the menu settings segment of this video. I just use the webcam setup in this video and have no issues.

[@hcclark22]

When I plug in the USB power to ac adaptor the screens goes blank...? What am I doing wrong?

[@TechTravelBeyond]

This shouldn't happen. Go through this video, and stop the screens when I get to settings to see if yours matches. Thanks for watching!

[@tanjasialevri9881]

Got the ZV-1 in order to use it as a webcam for Zoom, but the charge it's getting from the USB cable is not enough, so after a while, it runs out of battery and shuts down. Details: - I use the "Imaging Web Edge Webcam" software on MacOS, - I get similar behavior both with the USD cable that was in the box and a slightly longer one I bought from Amazon. - Actually, with the long one from Amazon, it seems to be running out of battery faster. - I've connected it directly to my mac mini which already has many USB devices. Actually, when I tried to connect my iPad after that, macOS complained about an accessory that draws too much power (the ZV-1), so I wonder if I just need to plug everything else in a powered data hub, so the mac mini provides more voltage to the camera. My expectation was that if I had it plugged-in I could be doing videoconferences for 7-8 hours per day-not that the battery would run out after 50min. I also wonder if the people that are talking about how an amazing webcam it is, are using HDMI for data and are only powering via USB.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for watching. I didn’t use the imaging edge software in this video because it wasn’t out at the time I produced this video. It also gives a lower resolution, not HD via that method. Are you using the same setup I do in the video? If not, try it. It works.

[@ProductiveCo]

Thank you!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks for watching!

[@abcammym]

All comments that am reading, it looks like everyone knows about cameras,,I haven't a clue , but I need to start to learn, what tips can u give me about sony zv1 ,,anyone got any tips for a learning vlogger thanks tubers

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Hi Ab, Welcome! I started with cameras long ago with still photography. As I got inspired to move to video over 2 years ago, I was watching lots of Think Media. They have lots of ZV1 and How To tips. Jason Vong is a good Sony guy and has videos on settings for Sony cameras. Also, Sidney Diongzon has great videos on how to use and set up the Zv1 too. On their channel pages, do a search for ZV-1 and you’ll see their videos on the camera. Take your time and play with what you learn. You’ll get faster over time with camera basics. After that, the best place to learn about creating content is Think Media. I did a 7-day challenge, and learned from their Video Influencers course. Learn the camera, and start creating content, and have fun. I’ll have more videos soon, but start with Jason Vongs channel. Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@mmlips]

I can’t find the answer to this question... can I record to the cameras so card at the same time as I Zoom? I use Zoom for teaching so I’m the only active camera and I need a high quality recording which Zoom doesn’t give me

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I believe you can by just hitting record while outputting video via HDMI as in this video. You have to make sure your settings are correct so you don't output the camera's screen info through HDMI. I cover that in the video. As far as recording, you have to ensure the overheat setting is off, and you have a high capacity video card. I've not had the need to do this so you might do a test call to record and try on Zoom first. Remember too, anything above HD will require lots of SD card space and processing power for your camera and any editing program.

[@peTeMelster]

I have USB power supply "on" and the USB cable plugged into a USB port in my desktop computer. It shows the plugged in/charging symbol next to the battery level meter icon too. But I keep running into "battery exhausted" issues even when my camera is plugged into the USB of my computer. That seems to indicate that the electrical draw from the ZV-1 exceeds the power supplied by the USB port of my computer (but I've tested this with all my USB ports), so after a few hours of webcamming, the camera will have no more battery life. I've lost the camera multiple times during Zoom calls. Any way to fix this? I need the USB to be connected to my computer (not a wall charger that would provide higher electrical current) because I need to use the Sony Live Imaging Edge software that requires the USB to computer connection.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

This video was not about using the Sony Imaging Edge software and plugging in the USB adapter into a computer. Perhaps you need to reference Sony for that. In this video I used an external power source via USB and micro HDMI out with a capture card for video from the ZV1. Also using Sony Imaging Edge outputs a smaller video resolution as opposed to HD at 1080p using the setup in this video.

[@peTeMelster]

@@TechTravelBeyond yes, I know all that and have it set up that way too for most videoconferencing software. However, there are situations that I prefer the Sony software via USB (some videoconferencing software force the wrong aspect ratio with no options to change it, so the image gets destroyed), which then forces me to use the Sony webcam software that uses a lower resolution the videoconferencing software can support and at the right aspect ratio. However, that ultimately leads to the battery drain issue. Was hoping someone had a solution without buying more hardware (such as a dummy battery or powered USB hub) or have experienced the same issue.

[@abcammym]

New subscriber here

[@abcammym]

It's more to do with think media than me ,,thanks

[@hackedidiot6356]

I'm thing about buying zv 1

[@TechTravelBeyond]

It’s a very versatile camera and excels in its video capabilities! Thanks for watching!

[@Georges_Tsukaimah]

Merci :)

[@TechTravelBeyond]

De rien, Monsieur! Thanks for watching, and I hope this video helped!

[@Georges_Tsukaimah]

@@TechTravelBeyond Hello! Yes it helped much. I 'm thinking to by a Sony ZV1 so your chanel helped me much. Ty Best regards from France

[@TechTravelBeyond]

👏👏👏

[@Pilot_Frank]

I have now tested them.. the picture is great, no question! BUT the stabilization while running is a NO GO. It's also great as a webcam BUT after an hour it overheats. In my eyes she failed.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Yup, this is not an action cam for running. As a webcam, as long as you use external power, you’re not filming, and you get the settings right, you can stream for hours. See 5:00 in the setup. If you need to record your stream, let the computer do it so the camera isn’t writing video to an SD card. Thanks for watching!

[@joshualebowitz]

Why doesn’t this camera work with FaceTime? Thank you.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Hi Joshua! FaceTime is an Apple proprietary application and only works with the onboard cameras of their devices.

[@joshualebowitz]

@@TechTravelBeyond Thank you for your reply.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@joshualebowitz Thanks for watching, and if you’re in the US, Happy Thanksgiving!

[@joshualebowitz]

@@TechTravelBeyond Same to you. Thanks again.

[@savannahcase3245]

The HDMI cord didn’t work with my Sony ZV-1

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Make sure output settings are correct. If that doesn’t work, perhaps you got a bad cord which you may need to exchange.

[@JonFlaco]

I followed the steps and have my camera plugged in but for some reason the battery still keeps draining and the camera ends up dying on me while I stream. Can anyone help me please!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Do you have the camera plugged in to power using the micro-usb? Use a powerbank and connect it to your camera with the micro-usb that came with your camera. You can also plug the micro-usb in to an adapter for power if you don’t have a powerbank.

[@JonFlaco]

@@TechTravelBeyond yes. I am using the cable it came with and have it plugged in to the wall outlet. Used a different cable too and it’s still dying while plugged in. I really wanna use this camera as a webcam but can’t with this issue and I can’t find a solution to it.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@JonFlaco check in the settings menus for power via usb. Turn that on. That may be it. You should see a power lightning icon next to the battery icon on the top right of the screen when power is coming into the camera.

[@JonFlaco]

@@TechTravelBeyond I turned it on but I am not see the lightning symbol

[@TechTravelBeyond]

@@JonFlaco when I get home from work on Saturday, I’ll get back to the camera and check it out.

[@nftysports]

Excellent video. I went through 3 or 4 before this that were nowhere near as helpful!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

Glad this helped you! This will work for the ZVE-10 and the A6400 too!

[@Max-mh5yo]

Sony has now a webcam software. No capture-card needed anymore.

[@TechTravelBeyond]

I have a Mac, so the webcam software was originally released for only windows. The capture card works for Mac/linux and Windows, eliminates the need for other software like OBS, since it sees the capture card output as a standard 1080p webcam. The Sony software outputs a lower resolution of 1080 x 576 and no audio.

[@이용삼-n4d]

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[@TechTravelBeyond]

Thanks!

[@maxime_parra]

Thank you, this was helpfull!

[@TechTravelBeyond]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!