Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1 || Cinematic Footage Test and Review

[@thefilmalliance]

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[@HistoricalWeapons]

The zv1f is a simpler camera so it’s more durable than a zv1. It has no motors for the lens zoom which can be a struggle for cold weather (especially here in Canada) it’s the cheapest Sony camera with a mic jack + background blur . That’s all you need as a KZbinr cuz most people watch in 480p so audio quality is way more important. I’m getting one

[@thefilmalliance]

Great point, yes I would agree, it seems like it’s the best option for you

[@thehealingfairee]

Most people watch in 480p?

[@HistoricalWeapons]

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[@RA-el6zj]

@@HistoricalWeapons I would think most people watch at home.

[@HistoricalWeapons]

@@RA-el6zj phone still more common and 480p vs 1080p is negligible

[@TechOutAdam]

Not only was this the best review I've found but the story telling was incredible. Thanks a ton man!

[@thefilmalliance]

WOW thanks brother. That's huge motivation

[@fahminorman104]

This must be one of the best reviews I encounter for comparison of both cameras. Thanks a lot man.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you for all of the positive feedback. Glad that it helped you.

[@freerangemediaco]

What an impactful intro! Didn't expect to ask myself existential questions when clicking this video. But it fit the theme, well done!

[@thefilmalliance]

Haha thank you for that

[@GrainyByNature]

A week ago I got back from guiding workshops in Death Valley and Eastern Sierras. For some tight low angles and overall scenes I decided to use the ZV1 over my A7R3. I setup bracketing on my ZV1 like on my A7R3. 3 brackets 2 stops apart with a 5 second delay auto bracket. -2,0,+2 Extreme contrast scenes 5 brackets 2 stops apart. ISO set to 100 or 200. It’s nice having the same menus in both cameras. Today I processed several of those HRD images. This ZV1 definitely a little powerful camera. The HDR came out clean with great colors. One secret for pulling out better colors in Lightroom is setting the color profile to Camera Standard. This uses a lot more color information than the default Adobe Color. I then ran the file through Topaz Sharpen AI. And that really brought out the extreme micro contrast sharpness of the lens. Now I wish I used it more for some scenes. Thanks for your reviews and sharing your experiences. I’ll send you a few photos on Instagram so you can see them. Ryan

[@thefilmalliance]

Hey Ryan, thanks for sharing all of this. I really appreciate it.

[@finnharvor6773]

That’s interesting.

[@TonesAdventuresHD]

Good review coach! I think it’s appropriate for beginners who have a limited budget who wants to learn about manual settings

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks Tone, yes it’s a nice little camera

[@theIronmerchant]

So I have a A7iv, FX30 and zv-e10 but I just picked up a gently used ZV1F for &280. Im excited to play with it. I think it will be a fun little camera that I can carry anywhere

[@HoneyandMe]

Another informative video, Joe! Makes me happier with my ZV-1. Thanks for this!

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you for your kind words. I agree the ZV one is great

[@chrisbarcena2023]

Great video man! Wanted your thoughts on if the ZV1-f is a good camera for self-tapes / shooting auditions? Also in case im shooting a scene with a lot of movement? Or if you have any other budget cameras to recommend. I mainly shoot on a tripod with a plain backdrop.

[@alinaelizabethlee]

What did you end up purchasing? I’m currently searching for the same thing!

[@Treborray]

Amen God is so good! Got the chills soon as the video started! Great video my brother in Christ !

[@shiranmallikarachchi7820]

I like this guy.when I watch your videos I feel like I am watching a movie ❤

[@thefilmalliance]

That’s right! Thanks

[@RoamwithRikaz]

Bought the ZV-1 just days before 1f came out and was feeling bad. But your video made me feel good about my decision. Thanks for an amazing video. BTW at 3:45 is this the ZV1 in rain ? Is the ZV1 waterproof to any degree?

[@thefilmalliance]

Hey there thanks for the feedback. Yes I think you’re good to go with the CV one don’t feel bad about it. Yes I was shooting in rain and I don’t know if it’s waterproof or not so I’ll let you know if it stops working.

[@klementromanov604]

Thank you for the clear and informative review! I myself shoot with a full-frame camera, but tomorrow I will receive a SONY ZV-1 for a gift to my beloved, who is engaged in video blogs and is starting a big video project with me.

[@thefilmalliance]

Congrats, I’m happy for you. You will love it

[@Kometheus]

You did this camera justice. Beautiful footage.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you. Do you have this camera?

[@Rsmin]

Great review. Love your content and explanation. Went through your quiz yesterday after subscribing and still trying to decide between the zv-1f and the pocket 3. I was already trying to decide between the two when your quiz suggested those two. Keep up the great work.

[@thefilmalliance]

That’s great to know. Thank you. Please let me know which one you decide on

[@Rsmin]

@@thefilmalliance Will do.

[@JesseQuinnMedia]

Good review, but the lack of footage left me feeling like I wasted a large portion of time watching this awaiting footage. The video appeared to make it look like there was more footage, but I wish you’d made it clear in the beginning that you really don’t have footage examples and this video is going to be a detailed review without footage.

[@TimBrownTown]

Thanks for doing this. First comparison of this type and definitely needed for people looking at one of these cameras!

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks Tim, yes that’s what I’m hoping people get out of it

[@legendsoffaith7467]

Would this be a good camera for a podcast set up? Will be adding another segment to my youtube page next spring. It’ll be an interview podcast with most of it done via riverside or stream yard. Haven’t decided yet on what plate form. With that being said I will on occasion have guest in the studio. I’ve been looking at the ZV1 but the ZV1F may be better. Anyway nice work and that is for your review on both cameras.

[@Loveroflife88]

You have no idea how much you’ve helped me with this video!!! Thank you thank you 🙏🏼

[@thefilmalliance]

Hey Christy, glad that I could help you. Do you own the Zv1f?

[@Loveroflife88]

@@thefilmalliance I do not 😞 I am currently saving up and pinching Pennies to finally invest in a camera for vlogging for my other channel!🥳 I’m excited to level up. I think it’s time I put my iPhone to rest lol the zv1f might be the best one for me since I’m still a beginner and it’s cost efficient :) thank you again for the awesome video🙏🏼

[@MollyFitzBrown]

As someone who purchased it to use Active Stabilization most of the time, the jitter in the back was annoying. Returned it for a zv1 (on sale for the holidays) and a selfie stick for some extra distance. Might look into the add on lens still.

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes, I can see how that would be really annoying. That was smart of you to trade it in. Please tell me what you think of your ZV1 so far( if you have it yet).

[@MollyFitzBrown]

@@thefilmalliance taking it out to make my first vlog with it on Friday :) excited to try it out! The zv1f could have been amazing if it was just a zv1 with a prime lens but it’s not the same…

[@TNRVG]

Which picture profile is the best to use? Is there a way to cure the focus hunting with the ZV-1f?

[@thefilmalliance]

Well what exactly would you be shooting with the Zv1f?

[@DecoratewithManas]

Nice video! Btw which microphone are you using in this video? You sound great...I am looking to upgrade. Thanks.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks for that. I’m using the rode ntg5 and the voice over enhancement in FCPX. What do you have now?

[@DecoratewithManas]

@@thefilmalliance I have a tiny Boya wireless lav microphone system i.e. BY-WM3D2. It sounds good to be honest, but it sounds thin. Looking to upgrade. my videos are on home decor so I have to move around a lot. Thanks!

[@thefilmalliance]

@@DecoratewithManas yes I know what you mean. A boom mic will definitely be fuller

[@discoverwithjunaidjawad]

Bro Which Cam You used to cover this Video?😮😮 its nice❤️.. Superb Video❤️🔥

[@thefilmalliance]

I used the A7siii in Slog3. Thanks

[@DutchUltra]

nice studio backdrop. I could still use tips on that topic... would u consider making a video on how you created that particular studio set? ;)

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks for that, I’ll have to create a video about it.

[@AerialEmber]

For me, I think I might grab 1 to act as a static Broll cam while I'm doing my main camera work. Just something to give me a another angle. I almost feel like this is their target market. Getting people to pick up an additional camera rather than someone's first camera.

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes that’s how I feel about it. Great insight

[@BeyondTheCrimeSceneBee]

yes, I’m using mine as a second camera

[@ball_a29000]

Great Video, keep it up. I don't like cameras with an built in Lens :( I think, a built in lens stops your possibilities.

[@mohdyaqoob7652]

Can we make video while charging?

[@thefilmalliance]

I have never tested that out, but if you ever find out please let me know.

[@satnamsohal2748]

I confused with ZV-1 and ZV-1F. I don’t know anything about the camera Can you please suggest which when to buy to shoot vlog, photos and gym workouts Please suggest

[@thefilmalliance]

Thats hard to say. It depends on what you’re using them for. I created a camera quiz to help you figure out which camera is best for you Have you taken it yet?

[@VictorJavannn]

Wouldnt the zv1f be more durable because less motor in the lens to turn on and off to move the lens everytime

[@thefilmalliance]

That’s a great analysis. Yes I guess you do have a point there

[@af2808]

What what kind of battery and SD card you were commend for ZV-1

[@thefilmalliance]

You can purchase off brand batteries on amazon, and go with a 128 GB San Disk card.

[@af2808]

@@thefilmalliance thanks I like all your videos keep up the good job👍👍

[@Alannateconta]

Thank you for this review 💜

[@thefilmalliance]

No problem, Glad that it helped you. Do you have the ZV1f?

[@annabeeamputee]

I feel you on the not having enough time and not getting what I need done

[@DrTavares]

Thanks Joe! Another great review!

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks so much Dr. You are so encouraging.

[@ojosenelmonte]

Thank you very much for the video, it is very illustrative. This same week I bought the Sony ZV1 and I notice that the noise of the AF motor sneaks into the audio of the videos. Thinking it was a defect, I requested a second device, but the same thing happens. I had bought the camera thinking that I would be able to use the audio. This is normal?. Salutes from Spain!

[@benedictives9559]

Good info, great presentation. Unsolvable video issues with my OMDEM5II are leading me to simplify down. As a film maker who focuses mainly on composition what would be your best automatic video settings suggestion on the ZV-1F? Thx

[@Dobrynichev]

Привет, смотрю твои видео через яндекс переводчик, очень увлекательно! По твоему совету купил себе два дня назад Sony ZV-1 и не могу нарадоваться! Видеовозможности просто потрясающие для такого размера матрицы, камера позволяет писать в S-Log2 даже на 12800 iso с пригодными для работы шумами, это просто фантастика! Если кого-то смущает размер матрицы, то поверьте, большего тут и не требуется! Одного дюйма на 100% хватит для ваших качественных футажей!

[@kmshyamsundar]

Hi, can you please suggest a good cam for talking head youtube videos. My budget is around the zv1.

[@MyFragranceTrail]

Will you say the Zv 1 F is good for the regular KZbin sit down videos?

[@thefilmalliance]

I would say no. The Zve10 would be good for that. The zoom lens would help a lot. Do you have any cameras?

[@MyFragranceTrail]

@@thefilmalliance Thank you! I actually have the Canon M50 Mark II. What do you think of that?

[@YannBula]

@@thefilmalliance I'm torn between which to buy still haha. For $498 and youtube sit downs, would you prefer a zv1f or a a5100?

[@davidmaxfieldgolf]

Aweome mate! You’ve help me with my videography so much. I have a Golf Channel and your tips are invaluable

[@thefilmalliance]

That’s great to hear. I’m happy both of us are growing in this craft together

[@truthseeker6804]

for the price its ok. cool video.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks. I agree with you. Do you have either of these cameras?

[@jamsondegramond2369]

Is the zv1f good for podcast ?

[@JonnyHavens]

Wait the ZV-1F has SLog3? I'm trying to decide between the two but on the ZV-1 has it listed in its specs online?

[@shreyash6495]

Under 500 dollars which all hybrid camera woulf be best option?

[@thefilmalliance]

Probably the zv-1f how about u

[@scottmcmahon7209]

Did you do color grading with you sony zv1f?

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes, did you pick one up?

[@scottmcmahon7209]

@@thefilmalliance I did. It's amazing when the light is not too strong but not too weak. The light has to be absolutely perfect for this camera to shine and when the light is right, the camera is a beast 💪. The biggest challenge when filming with this camera is getting the light to be right.

[@o.t.g8343]

Can I use zhiyun crane m2 With it? Plz let me know If u make a video about sony zv1f with zhiyun crane m2. It Will help a lot to know

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes you can for sure

[@o.t.g8343]

@@thefilmalliance if you make a video how to assemble. It will be great

[@808watches6]

I set up the zhiyun m2 crane with my ZV1 and it worked great. I didn’t like that the ZV1 was 24mm at its widest, it was just way too tight for vlogging selfie/walk-n-talk/walking videos. For that reason I actually sold my ZV1 and just got the ZV1F yesterday! It’s a little tight fit, but the zhiyun m2 crane will fit the ZV1F. The 20mm focal length is perfect. You don’t feel like you’re having to extend your arm all the way out just to get a decent selfie with some adequate background. Also, the wider angle allows for more steady shooting as your walking while using the gimble. I think that the product feature setting is a little bit slower than the ZV1 but not a huge deal. The ZV1 had a really quick and lightning fast product feature focus switch whereas the ZV1F is slow-going and seems to have difficulty in re-focusing on different subjects. In general, i think that the ZV1F is more suited to street-photography or street shooting videos such as walking tours videos or vacation vlogging at destinations with lots of scenery. I also appreciate that the lens doesn’t telescope on the ZV1F so it won’t mess up the balancing on a gimble.

[@todd1773]

Baller review, keep them coming please!!

[@thefilmalliance]

YOU, my friend, are a man of great stature.

[@yomarcelojeje]

Dude, you're an action figure

[@Hum4yaar]

I have a 6300 and a7iii. I thought that zv1 have some issues of battery and low light performance. After watching your videos im very interested to buy zv1 with ulazi wide lense but when i checked it in low light i didn't find a good camera due to grains. Pls guide me i need a camera or lense for macro footage especially food vlogs . Pls guide me either i should buy zv1 with wide lense or a macro lense nad if lense then which macro lense should i buy for Sony camera obviously budget friendly. Love from Pakistan

[@thefilmalliance]

I would definitely say wide lens if you are shooting food vlogs. So you are thinking about buying the ZV1 or you already have it? Sorry I am a little confused on that part.

[@Hum4yaar]

@@thefilmalliance i wanted to buy however my friend suggested me that you have already two good cameras so dont buy zv1 just bcoz of macro lense requirements its better u should buy a macro lense. Im confused.

[@FredExvideo]

This looks like Iphone footage. This help me make my decision. Thank you.

[@fghtk4009]

Awesome video thank you for this. Quick question from a new owner of the zv1. I want to take advantage of cinetone picture profile. But each time I set it like how to do in the video it doesn't seem to save the setting under PP10. After I turn it off and do a memory recall. Please if you can tell me what I'm doing wrong I'd appreciate it.

[@thefilmalliance]

Do you have your settings saved on the sd card?

[@fghtk4009]

@@thefilmalliance I will check thank you. Should I not?

[@fghtk4009]

I figured it out.. I had to set my pp pictures at the time that I set the memory recalls

[@Illopuib]

I can’t take any photos in it right ? 😅

[@raimworld7947]

Can zv1 be used to shoot a low budget movie

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes, of course. Just set the settings to cinematic settings. I made a vid about it if you want to check it out.

[@ScottsReviews]

I have been testing both also. Same opinion so far. Stab and gitters are bad on the 1f and the focus is poor.

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes, I personally like the Zv1 better. What about you?

[@ScottsReviews]

@@thefilmalliance I really love the simplicity of the 1F and the menu system /touchscreen. Like I also like some of the built-in LUTS. However, the image quality fails. So I am most excited about the ZV-2. The best of both.

[@thefilmalliance]

Absolutely, I agree.

[@bobjohnson9597]

Zv1F Perfect camcorder that takes excellent pics. Easily fits pocket, extremely fun/easy to use & sic slowmo, Don't wait- get it & B happy.. oh and it feels like your being a camera snob to all those that have a tiny budget and dont want to make motion pictures only great quality video memories. you talk about how you dont want to use the stabilizing software and the next breath you put us down for not caring about raw which Forces you to spend vast amounts of time with editing software. you unlike millions have many high end cameras so to compare this to them is sad. I also have 3 micro 4/3 cameras with 5 axis image stabilization for gimble like video. This camera is cheapish with an easy learning curve and no moving parts on the lens to break, Oh and did I mention (Tons of Fun) thanks for your time but maybe stick to what you enjoy (high end cameras). you probably wont publish this but at least ask yourself if you gave a young novice, your mom or your kids this camera they would probably say the ZV-1f is a blast

[@EldritchWildWings]

I don’t know after watching these reviews thought that zv 1f is a bad camera I ordered one and it will arrive today and I don’t have that amount of money to buy a one with 1000$ or something I found the zv 1f and it fits me perfectly , I’m a beginner to this camera world and i do it t as a hobby so having one instead of my old phone would be a great idea so excited to try it !!!

[@J.Akili1K]

you got me right thank u

[@HWForRealzzzz]

Is zvv1f better than zv1mark2

[@thefilmalliance]

No, the ZV-1 m2 is better

[@Drazz3]

You're awesome

[@jonreijuguilon4928]

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[@thefilmalliance]

Congratulations, and this is the first reply

[@zelizux]

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[@thefilmalliance]

hahaha, thanks

[@vladvrinceanu5430]

zv-1F it's just a joke

[@HistoricalWeapons]

The lack of motors in the lens makes it more durable than zv1

[@HistoricalWeapons]

And it’s the cheapest Sony camera with a mic jack + background blur . That’s all you need as a KZbinr cuz most people watch in 480p so audio quality is way more important. I’m getting one

[@vladvrinceanu5430]

@@HistoricalWeapons second hand zv1 it’s the way

[@thefilmalliance]

It’s not if it’s all someone can afford

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[@thefilmalliance]

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