Sony ZV-E1 | Why Sony might regret making this camera

[@cabellofatto]

Good to see terry getting some love on the channel. Good dude; great channel.

[@MattFitzgerald]

Such a healthy dose of honesty in this Manny/Terry! Appreciate the real thoughts on this. It seems to fit that everyday Video Camera feel, not the big studio cam.

[@TerryWarfield]

Much love!

[@VZAAGE]

Everything about this camera sounds amazing but at the end of the day I want to shoot with something I know for certain won't overheat on me. Going with the FX30 instead.

[@troywalt4834]

i mean it all depends on your lens, i have full frame lens so i will consider the zv e1

[@VZAAGE]

@@troywalt4834 True you won't get the Full Frame compression and background blur on the FX30 but we're only talking about 1 stop difference. Most videographers talk about stopping down while shooting anyway. $400 cheaper, better screen, more reliable, more durable, and better ergonomics. Don't get me wrong... there are things I like more about the ZV-E1 but the FX30 offers more bang for the buck.

[@troywalt4834]

@@VZAAGE main problem for me in the FX30 is that the Rolling shutter is far inferior to A7s iii, fx3 and zv1 e1

[@MannyOrtiz]

I mean that fair. That’s really the biggest reason to pick up an FX30 over something like this

[@tor2919]

The FX30 is a far better choice for professional use. Reliability is everything. These KZbinrs aren’t working under the pressures of a production environment when the cameras have to work. The FX30 is a fantastic camera. Would be my pick too if I need a companion for my FX3.

[@SilatShooter]

Great candid commentary on this new camera by both of you and Terry. Didn't need another video with an overview of the specs, this is a great format in this space.

[@youuuuuuuuuuutube]

I think the reason 4k120 is coming later, has to be the overheating. I guess the next firmware will contain code to deal with heat management a bit better.

[@tor2919]

Yeah I wonder how they will deal with that since it already overheats pretty quickly in 4k60. I mean look at Gerald’s tests in room temperature. Imagine in sunshine and summer temperatures - brutal. I’m keeping my FX3. It’s far more suited for professional use.

[@KarolDecyk]

How sure it is that 4k120 will come with futur update, did Sony say it ?

[@DNGMaestro]

@@KarolDecyk They did but they did not say when.

[@Jairlobomayorga]

@@DNGMaestro "to be released on june 2023 or later" extracted from the official sony announcement video, also says it wont be available in some regions =S

[@mohdmuaz9509]

hi

[@nicholasjames5471]

When the FX30 comes in for less money, has a built in fan to deal with overheating, etc. it was a no brainer for me. I don't vlog and I use lights/reflectors/wide open lenses, so APS-C wasn't an issue for me.

[@WhoIsJonHarris]

I think this camera is for vloggers who have been vlogging for a bit with their $1k camera and are looking to get a little more serious. The ergo cons might keep me from getting and just go with the fx3. Nonetheless are great camera. New stabilization is epic as well.

[@malretk5085]

Pros cannot fathom that a lot of people are gonna have an all in one a7siii, fx3 and a7V lol which is cheaper, smaller and smarter than all their cameras they bought lol

[@tor2919]

No. This thing won’t work for more than 15 minutes in summer heat rendering it unusable. FX3 and FX30 with their heat management and robust metal bodies are much better for serious use than this plastic 1 slot indoor camera.

[@myles26]

I been waiting on this collab for like 2 years!

[@williamsolis1]

Great camera. Just waiting for the A9III. We gotta keep bringing up the firmware problems until Sony does something about it.

[@adamredmond3136]

Great review guys! 🙂 As a hobbyist photographer & now more of a videographer with an old A7iii, im really tempted by this camera as a big upgrade at a cheap price! With the A7Siii (other camera i was considering) still priced at £3.5k, it seems theres no contest! This ZV at £2.5k seems a way better choice 🤔

[@Chiyloko]

Im new to filming do you think it would be smart to buy this camera for my first camera? instead of buying a cheaper one and it not being the quality im looking for? Id love to hear your opinion.

[@adamredmond3136]

@Chiyloko Hi, thanks for the question. Generally im not that technical or well up on gear but getting a camera largely depends on your budget and needs. If the budget is low you could get the A7iii very cheap and it would be enough to get started, see how you like film-making without spending too much at 1st! Then you could upgrade later. If you have a larger budget you would better getting the A7Siii or the new ZV-E1 as they are better quality and meant for video specifically!

[@thetruthseeker23]

Thanks guys.

[@bigdap100]

13:09 😂 Manny with a clean low blow to cap it off at the end...Terry, Really Tight Clothes however great content.✅👍

[@stacyswift-kv1oi]

Wow crazy I just coke across Terry video yesterday and now click on your video today and see him wow ❤❤❤ Chicago photography 🎉🎉creators

[@hipabroad]

Amazing review. FINALLY someone that make an honest review about this camera, it is way too expensive for a "vlogger", not sure what Sony defines as a vlogger these days, hence why many people are angry about this camera and trolls fan boys like Peter Lindgren don't get! It is a B-Cam for a FX 3 user :)

[@joselizarragaphoto9253]

Hey txs for this guys, and I did watch it all they way tru Manny 😊

[@TheFandangovideoguy]

INCREDIBLE macro like shots and movement! It's the operator man...not the camera!

[@EverythingFilmmaking]

It has overheating issues which is a step backwards imo

[@formerlydave]

great title

[@HagaishiSama]

i love how that who video would look the same with a Sony a6400. Great video tho

[@capics6779]

I'm more impressed by the lens performance of the tamron 17-28 than by the camera 😊❤ I would never guess, that you use this lens for that beautiful content!!! So for me I stay with A74 also for videos, and have no problem with its 60fps crop because this tamron lens compensate it with its zoom range

[@boomboombaby9140]

That AI pulls out all the details the same lenses on another camera wouldn’t be as good because there is no AI constantly framing , reframing , refining the image in nanoseconds.

[@gonzosx]

So tempted to get this camera! I do mostly guitar videos indoors. Do you think this would be a good camera for that type of stuff? Is the microphone good enough the built-in one?

[@SAVAGENYTS]

You're just goals bro

[@MattLong101]

Love to see collabs

[@Samuelmensah777]

📸🔥🔥🚀

[@rgbdigitalphoto]

tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8

[@kanduagbimson4094]

This camera doesn't appear to have apc mode does it?

[@jahmollcastell4116]

Great video, where can I learn to edit like this?

[@waverunneradventuregfx]

Micro HDMI is any problem? 😮

[@dicky7]

Wah camera do you recommend for portrait and wedding photography??

[@tngmasters]

I dnt kno wwhy I liked thi svideo so much and it was just about a hair saloon lmao

[@highlycreativedigital5472]

it's a good C cam to the fx6 and fx3

[@patrickvoelz]

is it comparable to the FX30? I'm kinda confused on which to get now.

[@DannysHauntedJourney]

I just wanted an A7Cii

[@joshualelo]

i think this camera is for loyal sony users who want a more convenient "pocket" camera without suffering any quality of image. i don't think it's for vloggers because an investment into a sony full frame camera is an in an investment into the sony system. you have to buy a nice lens, fast memory card and clip on mic. So total you end up spending $3500 to get up and running. that's a lot more than the average vlogger is wiling to drop, even the more serious ones

[@HighlyAkicktive]

Justifying the overheating with target group's behavior of not shooting continious video is a poor excuse for a bad or not market ready product. That's like building a car for short commutes that will overheat after more than 50 miles and then saying it's ok because people usually don't drive any further than that

[@edison90124]

Can I use the Sony 11mm f1.8 lens on zv-e1 for 4k vlogging?

[@felipecastro8668]

Eurico wondering if this camera is 12 megapixel, how would a photo with ISO 25,600 look like.

[@schoeferfilm]

I search a small b-cam for my Fx6 😅 fx30 or ZVE1 🤷‍♂️🤔

[@TwoTimesRmedia]

I feel like it doesn't have 4k 120 because of the over heating. This thing seems like it's going to suffer a lot from overheating . Small body with all that power, it's inevitable.

[@Alesscamera]

All these Sony cameras and lenses coming out are killing the second hand market for Sony, you buy a Sony camera and in two years it’s worth nothing

[@HGQjazz]

People will buy that camera just because it's new and it's from Sony. And Sony knows this. That's why the keep making all these niche cameras with a different sets of compromises. It's the same reason they won't firmware upgrade old models. These business tactics aren't unique. It used to be Canon and the cripple hammer. Now it's Sony.

[@BoostLeekdMedia]

Sony photogs have SO many cameras to choose from. That's amazing. It looks like an insanely great camera. Thanks for the review man. Good to see Terry's take as well.

[@flaurehn]

I know Gerald Undone says it a lot, and I'm glad you both also said it, but we need more people giving Sony shit for their firmware strategy on their "Old" cameras.

[@arthurgphotography]

Would be an irresistible buy at 1499. Waiting out that Price.

[@AhsanStudios]

I want to get this cameras for real estate videos and will use inside the house but its hot here in Pakistan so wondering if it work for me in 4K 60 fbs will record 10-15 min video max at one time

[@CO8848_2]

That demo of autoframing is actually quite impressive. This is more useful than I thought. For vloggers, $2200 is steep, but as B-cam for you pros, it's really good.

[@ashley5130]

$2200 for a vlog camera is a joke

[@Eyeofkamau]

@@ashley5130 not for vloggers that are making over 100k/month in ad revenue alone lol

[@MiguelBorgesphotography]

@@ashley5130 no

[@RyanREAX]

@@Eyeofkamauif theyre making 100k a month in ad revenue they are 8 cameras ahead of this

[@Eyeofkamau]

@@RyanREAX not really. vloggers aren’t out their vlogging with Sony A1s and Canon R3s bro

[@ScottJWaldron]

Nice overview. For vlogging it does make a lot of sense. The size seems very convenient. That auto aperture adjustment in automatic mode when multiple people are in the frame is smart. It's impressive how they manage to make the autoframing feature look decent. I did see that Gerald measured overheating times for streaming use that were too short for that style of content (assuming I didn't misinterpret his results), so there are some limitations. Hopefully Sony refreshes the ZV-E10 with the newer sensor. Then they'd really have a great option for the market they appear to be targeting.

[@cjenkins79]

The problem with refreshing the ZV-E10 is that Canon is going after this market with a full frame sensor for $1500. And Nikon has the Z5 on sale for $1100. Sony is surrendering the entry level full frame market. As smartphones continue to gain ground on cameras they going to become less relevant. The competition is going cheaper to give people a reason to pick up a camera.

[@9thera_star]

The Sony ZV-E1 camera is crappy, lasts for 35 minutes of shooting. In a plastic case. And so 10 bits, norms. But not suitable for photographers. Not modified. and weak.

[@ChAoS3sixO]

Sony has started to do what CaNikon used to do. Incredibly slow incremental upgrades, and then charging their victims extortionate amounts of wonga for the privilege. Luckily Canon and Nikon have super upped their game . Booyaaaah! Also Sony has the worst aftercare service, warranty is useless. Make sure you get the extended cover. You have been warned. The only thing they seem to be doing right, is taking care of their army of social media influencers 😅 its definitely working for them.

[@breakfastforyousoul]

The reason it doesn’t do 4K120 because it will overheat fast and they’re getting all the hype and wanna sell cameras before people figure that out

[@spdcrzy]

This is a really good B-cam or crash cam for a well-educated content creator, but it's also a REALLY good tourist-y camera with a pancake f/2.8 lens in a way that the FX3 and A7RV are not. It's small, it's light, and easily deployable. Since it has the same sensor and processor package as the A7SIII, it's also a really good "cheaper" camera for someone just starting out who DOES know what they're doing, but doesn't have $5K to spend on an FX3 and all the accessories that need to go with it.

[@MegiddoTheImmaculate]

The fact that it's a mini A7SIII kind of makes me want to get it but it looks so uncomfortable to hold.

[@spdcrzy]

@@MegiddoTheImmaculate That's why I said B-cam or crash cam. It's also great for gimbal work.

[@MegiddoTheImmaculate]

@@spdcrzy definitely. I'm looking at it from a still shooter perspective because that's why I was looking at the A7SIII originally. I get this is targeting vloggers and KZbinrs but they always feel like they sacrifice something from the stills side. I don't know if there's a middle ground body type but if there is, I'm just not aware of it. (or I'd need to leave Sony)

[@PhillipSkraba]

It may not be meant for people who want to buy an FX3, but by no doubt by the ludicrously mad mind of an update deprived Sony A7S3 rogue Sony technician this camera really is meant for people who want to buy the FX3 or the Sony A7S3, and maybe don't feel the need to film for more than 12 minutes 25fps, not to mention 120fps... I mean who films on that for more than 1 minute "bursts". Sony basically just made the most awesome checkmate of all time (not just on competitors, but on themselves), plus they're going to make us probably pay $100 for the 120fps update, that's just genius, because you know we're all going to buy that no questions asked. I'd say it's a June update so they have time to drop test all the overheating issues before bringing it to us. I pre-ordered it on the day it came out, so they have one sucker in the bag already 😂

[@david.stachon]

I really like it, but a crappy screen AND no EVF is the showstopper. I'd be okay without EVF, but the screen would have to be top notch.

[@chrisfigley]

So cool to see y’all together…two of my favorites and I don’t even shoot Sony!

[@TerryWarfield]

🫡🫡

[@biohazard2030]

I love the idea of this camera but that $2,200 price point is STEEP. When the FX30 is a workhorse of a camera that only comes in at $1,800. I already own an A7IV and would love a B-cam for vlogging and my professional work but for the price. I gotta go with the FX30. But that ZV-E1 sensor is SUPER CRISPY! So that’s where my conflict lies.

[@workingwiththelight3119]

Rich bloggera already have a7siii, poor bloggers won't be able to afford it, for many overheating after 30 min is an issue. Looks great but people will vote with their money. In my opinion vlogging camera should be around $1000 not $2200! Actually in UK it costs £2350! I am waiting for a6400 replacement in reasonable price!

[@game2572]

For the vlogging market this is high in regular Photography or Videography it is mid range. But if video was my main thing for the price i would go with a FX30

[@TimBrownTown]

I heard this somewhere and it makes sense. They didn't add 4k 120 initially so they could advertise no crop. They're going to add it as a firmware update because there's going to be a crop. My guess is that a crop helps reduce heat. The difference in this cam and the A7sii is the size which makes the zve1 worse at heat dissipation. They're going to balance the crop with heat dissipation. Most likely they have some data on how long people generally shoot in 4k 120.

[@shang-hsienyang1284]

How much could you crop in with a 12 megapixel camera and still maintain 4K?

[@NAM3L3555]

​@@shang-hsienyang1284 well 4k its 8mpx so you have 4 more to make the crop without sacrifice quality.

[@TimBrownTown]

@@shang-hsienyang1284 none I think for true 4k. It is upscaled.

[@King_Krait]

@@NAM3L3555 well that 12mpx is for a 4:3 sensor. there's actually not a lot of room once you take away the top pixels to make it 16:9

[@NAM3L3555]

@@King_Krait that's true!!

[@psimmy73]

Way too many cameras nowadays, I've given up on keeping track

[@sneakergearz]

Was wondering how the dynamic active mode would work with a non Sony lens. But the footage still looked awesome using the Tamron. Great stuff

[@nVuFilms]

Bro you need to buy bigger cameras to get that workout in... Terry looking like fx9 standing next to Zv-1, bro. 🤔Jk 😂

[@JoshConnectMedia]

I do agree.. Right now, I got my ZV_E10, which is pretty much so good for me for what I use it for... but for low light stuff .. wish to go for the this new ZV_E1 .. which looks like the ZV_E10 on steroids but for the price tag . Price tag. Then why won't I go in for the X-T5?

[@KarlSainte]

I’m in the same boat. If this was $1499 it would be a game changer. But 3x the ZV-E10 price and still will probably overheat? I don’t really know who this camera is for… Feels like it more for pro/semi pro videographers who want a cheaper B-roll / 2nd angle. What vloggers really needs this much in a smallish body and no EVF?

[@thegodnasr]

Sony if you’re listening A7C II with the new auto focus features, AI features, active dynamic stabilization and 4K60-120P

[@PE4Doers]

Manny, I watched it all the way through. David Rivera, PE4Doers.

[@EyeLensWeddingVideography]

Excellent review but $2200 hell no I'm not paying that much money for a camera that overheats. I rather pay an extra $300 and get the a74 then to get this camera. They finally fixed the overheating issue with the 6000 series cameras, and now they're going back with overheating issues expecting us to pay a lot of money for cameras that overheats. No sorry that's a deal breaker for me. If it didn't have that overheating problem I will consider it as a backup camera for weddings or at the price tag was around $1,500 I would consider it but not for $2,200 for a camera that overheats no way too overpriced they need to come down or the price before I would even consider buying it.

[@JoseTheRover]

I love you guys, but ya’ll need to put more pressure on Sony. They’re the ones holding the cripple hammer now. They keep playing with us “you want a new feature buy a new camera”. That’s messed up… it’s not like I spent $3,500 on a body alone…. Come on Sony stop playing with us.

[@cmj0929]

It seems like a great camera but 2200 is extremely high for your average vlogger or content creator the A7C being about 600 cheaper rn, would be a better option in my opinion though this camera does look incredible

[@wdrcinsantodomingo]

Isn't the ZV line made for those people looking for that 1,000 camera? this should have been 1500-1800 dollars.

[@demonhogo]

sold fx3. bought zve1

[@CarlBergsdorf]

I don't really get why people are bellyaching so much about this being an expensive vlog camera. Compared to what? Sony are already providing a good ladder of cameras for vloggers like the ZV-1, ZV-E10, A7 C and now ZV-E1. Of course it's not targeted towards the beginner vlogger but people who've been doing this for a while and really want to step up. Pro vloggers like Matti Happoja and others are using the much more expensive A7S III and FX3 and this camera have the same video specifications but without those other bells and whistles that vloggers generally don't need.

[@nickgrant6767]

If it was 1500 maybe

[@Raptvre_media]

For an average blogger who wants to spend „only“ 1K $ on a camera, there is still the ZV-E10 f.e. This is more kind of an advanced Content Creator/ KZbinr or even f.e. wedding videographers who need a great secondary camera.

[@WasionKey]

TERRY!!!!!

[@germancreatives88]

Gerald's Undone test in 24 degrees it's overheat, itwill overheat in the summer or if you live in the middle east, i just buy the s5iix the same price with fan

[@MarkStCyr]

It feels priced high to me for a camera targeting "vloggers" or more casual video creators. Although that auto tracking feature where you can film yourself and have the frame move with you is INCREDIBLE. I hope they make an a7cII with that feature. I have a74 but want a back up camera that is lighter smaller and can still take great photos unlike the ZV-e1 in terms of stills.

[@MegiddoTheImmaculate]

I also have an A7IV and is it too much to ask it also gets that feature? 😅

[@angeloplayforone]

Is it too much for the OnlyFans content creators?

[@aimalnoman1441]

@@angeloplayforone yes unless you're making 50k/mo on OF

[@angeloplayforone]

@@aimalnoman1441 I don’t think so a I have seen the equipment of some OF content creators. This camera with his auto tracking for them is great. Also the depth of field change when 2 person are in scene is very useful for them. This is an investment for them.

[@aimalnoman1441]

@@angeloplayforone the quality of the camera is not going to make your OF go viral. better $ spent on marketing

[@DEADEYEZBX]

Sony disabled, the 4K 120 feature because It would light the camera on fire.

[@PicturesofNewYork]

I think it may not have shipped with 4k 120 is because it will likely overheat and they are still figuring out how to at least get a few minutes of it without overheating.

[@TerryWarfield]

Okay bro you CRUSHED this intro 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@alphatoinfinity777]

It doesn't ship with 4k120 because they haven't figured out the overheating. If the thing overheats with influencers like you, it would be a disaster of a release. It's like the Xperia 1 iv in my hands. I hate the overheating with 4k recording.

[@SupercondMusic]

Hey what is the name of lut that you use here? I would like to buy

[@visuals12345]

MANNY OR ANYBODY WHO KNOWS - Why is Manny putting his face and eyes up to the camera like it has a view finder? can someone explain this approch? I want to start but I don't know if I should get the IV.. Let me know your thoughts

[@zephyrbateman23]

I thought about grabbing one of these, but it came down to the record times before battery dying and overheating. Every video gave the sum up of 30-40 minutes and that’s it. That’s just not enough for me 🤷‍♂️ Also, I live in FL, so heat for this camera is its worst downfall.

[@kouleeofficial]

Why not just buy this to use for filming weddings, documentaries, and other professional work instead of just vlogging?

[@InTheStreetsWithQuis]

Doesn’t have two card slots. Would be really risky for one off moments

[@fiestadigitalmedia6601]

I am interested in it for that reason, but I would add a monitor that can record as well.

[@HANKBRAVO81]

Overheating and no redundancy. Your bride will NOT be happy when it fails you.

[@xkben90]

As impressive as this camera sounds, Sony isn’t being honest about its limitations: thermals. A camera that small with that much power will overheat within minutes.

[@InTheStreetsWithQuis]

@@xkben90 for sure.. they want ppl to put in their preorders before they unleash the 4k 120 which will have hearing issues

[@hihellokitty85]

Sony regret? They will make more cameras w/ overlapping features. Personally I am very close to buying ZV-E1, but upcoming A7C ii (as long as it has dynamic stablizing, because A7C was horrible) later this year is making me slight pause.

[@steadicamwalker]

ZVE1 is a good camera, but as a vlogging camera, it fails. The primary feature of a vlogging camera is that it should be able to shoot stable videos even without a stabilizer because vlogging is all about shooting videos anytime and anywhere, and you can’t carry a stabilizer with you all the time. However, Sony’s anti-shake function is very poor. ZVE1’s anti-shake function is very unstable when shooting handheld walking videos. Active Stabilization requires large cropping and affects image quality. You must use an external stabilizer every time you shoot. You don’t need to buy Zve1 at all. Other Sony models are similar. Even if you use a stabilizer, ZVE1 IBIS cannot handle micro-shakes well, and you still need to use post-shake reduction when you get home. A 20-minute 4K walking video takes more than 2-3 hours to convert in CATALYST BROWSE (even longer if your computer is not fast enough). As for Zve1’s AI anti-shake and tracking functions, they cause too much damage to image quality. You can feel it even on the small screen of your phone. It’s okay to play with them, but try not to use them in practice.

[@jmackultra]

I see the boy Terry out here making connections!

[@Fontsman]

Sony are truly crap at firmware updates. They have become just like Canon used to be, giving you the bare minimum, then nothing. My A7R4 got one crappy update, then nothing. They need to get their act together and fast!

[@germanmairen]

People keep speaking of this camera price but in Europe it’s only 700€ cheaper than the A7s III….I would go for the FX30 instead for less money

[@FBombBaggers]

I have the fx3 and a7c. The a7c screen is terrible outside compared to fx3. I just preordered this freakin thing and you just killed me with saying the screen is shit.

[@strippedlist]

:))))))))))))))

[@thevintagelens]

I think they are saying that can’t see the screen in the daylight. I wonder if they enabled sunny mode. The screen has the same resolution as the a7 IV probably the same one. That screen is fine and perfectly usable outside in sunny mode.

[@Vedrajrm]

Good video But the intro b roll was actually shit Too much movement, couldn’t figure out what you were trying to show there

[@jxrdnz]

For 2200 without a lens thats a bit steep when you can get a Lumix S5 with INCREDIBLE picture for $1200 used

[@benlambert8481]

Sony NEED to add what features that don't use the AI to the A7s3 "flagship" model... otherwise nobody will ever buy one again.

[@dan_ngyn1828]

Might wonder if it's not shipping with 4k120 is due to overheating issues significantly reducing continuous record time limit and they don't want people focusing on that shortcoming during the initial sales out the gate. Other than that, it sounds like there's a lot to like.

[@TerryWarfield]

Valid!

[@iammz81]

The exposure for the last few minutes changed drastically and it was rather unenjoyable, or the grade was not done properly but Manny you do not post these kind of stuff. :) it was almost amateur-ish..

[@TrillYungWavy]

But over 2000 for a “vlogger” camera is wayyyyy too high not including a decent lens

[@artisnearbybtc]

У нее жёсткий перегрев

[@phoenixvette]

Do none of the photography youtubers have a video on this cameras PHOTOGRAPHY features?

[@MrFraiche]

Agree that camera is too expensive for general content creators ($1700-2000 range is preferred) and lacks features for pros (cooling system, dual SD card, screen, full HDMI port). Kinda odd product spot.

[@dicekolev5360]

Firmwares?! No, take a new camera doing same stuff all over again for 2.5k :V :V