The Sony ZV-1 II features an RX100-like design tweaked with video content creators in mind. The ZV-1 II weighs 292 grams (10.3 ounces) with its battery and a memory card inserted. The camera’s dimensions (width x height x depth) are 105.5 x 60 x 46.7 millimeters (4.2 x 2.4 x 1.8 inches).

The ZV-1 II uses a Type 1 Exmor RS image sensor. The 20.1-megapixel stacked image sensor promises fast readout and good image quality performance. While not as large as the APS-C image sensor found in the Sony ZV-E10 vlogging camera, or the massive full-frame sensor in the new Sony ZV-E1, the Type 1 sensor in the ZV-1 II is still larger than typical smartphone image sensors and the camera promises to deliver better bokeh and background defocusing than smartphones without relying on artificial blurring that often looks unnatural.

The stacked sensor allows for 4K/30p video and Full HD video at up to 120p frame rates. The camera also includes Sony’s Slow & Quick video mode, which allows for slow and fast-motion video.

Concerning video recording modes, the ZV-1 II includes S-Log3 gamma curves and S-Gamut3.Cine color for post-production editing. For users that don’t want to perform post-production and prefer achieving their desired look in camera, the ZV-1 II includes My Image Style, Creative Look, and a Cinematic Vlog setting to deliver fine-tuned, custom results without post-production on a computer.

The camera’s Cinematic Vlog setting activates specific settings to achieve a cinematic look, including a 2.35:1 cinema scope aspect ratio and 24p (23.98p) frame rate. These settings are fixed, while users can adjust “Look” and “Mood,” which changes contrast, saturation, and color tone. Users can also shift the autofocus transition speed between high, mid, and low speeds.

In a similar spirit, Sony has given the ZV-1 II special features to make capturing high-quality videos easier for users of all skills. The camera includes a Bokeh switch and Product Showcase Setting that automatically adjusts various camera settings for specific use cases. Users can take manual control if they want, but for users who want a no-fuss experience, the camera includes buttons and controls to dial in ideal settings automatically.

Part of quickly capturing good videos is reliable autofocus. The ZV-1 II promises fast, precise phase-detection autofocus with Multiple Face Recognition, Real-time Tracking AF, and Real-time Eye AF for human and non-human animals. The camera also includes Face Priority Auto Exposure, which sets exposure to ensure that a tracked face looks good. The ZV-1 II includes electronic image stabilization to help footage stay smooth when shooting handheld, even while walking. Active Mode Image Stabilization promises the best performance, and relevant movement metadata works alongside Sony’s Catalyst Prepare/Browse/Plugin to help with image stabilization added during post-production.

The Sony ZV-1 II features a new 18-50mm f/1.8-4 equivalent lens. The 18mm focal length is the widest of any compact camera with a Type 1 image sensor. The new lens is a significant differentiator between the ZV-1 Mark II and its predecessor, which used a 24-70mm f/1.8-2.8 equivalent lens. The ZV-1 II trades reach for a wider focal length and also gives up a bit of speed at its long end.

The Sony ZV-1 Mark II includes a high-quality, intelligent three-directional mic with a supplied windscreen. The camera has a built-in three-stop neutral density (ND) filter to help achieve desired shutter speeds at fast apertures in bright conditions, such as when shooting outside.

Camera type  Digital camera

Maximum aperture  F1.8 - F4.0

Focal length  6.9 - 17.6 mm

Focal length (35mm format equivalent) 18 - 50 mm

Focus range (from the front of the lens) Approx. 5 cm (0.17 ft.) to infinity

Sendsor Type1.0-type (13.2 mm x 8.8 mm) Exmor RS CMOS sensor

Number of pixels (effective) Still images: Approx. 20.1 megapixels

                                             Movies: Approx. 16.8 megapixels max.

                                            Number of pixels (total)Approx. 21.0 megapixels

Built-in ND filter  ND (1/8 ND)

Color temperature range  2500 K - 9900 K

Recording Format(Still Image)  JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format)

Image size (pixels) [3:2]  1.0-type L: 5472 x 3648 (20 M), M: 3888 x 2592 (10 M), S: 2736 x 1824 (5.0 M)

Image quality modes  RAW,  RAW+JPEG,  JPEG

Video compression  XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

Audio recording format  LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit)

 Movie Recording Format  XAVC S 4K  3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit) (Approx.)+

                                                               29.97p (100Mbps / 60Mbps)

                                                               25p (100Mbps / 60Mbps)

                                                              23.98p (100Mbps / 60Mbps)

 Movie Recording Format  XAVC S HD 1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit) (Approx.)

                                                              59.94p (50Mbps / 25Mbps)

                                                              29.97p (50Mbps / 16Mbps)

                                                              23.98p (50Mbps)

Recording system  Memory card slot  Multi slot for Memory Stick Duo/SD memory card

Focusing type  Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)

Focus point     Still images: Max. 315 points (phase-detection AF)

                       Movies: Max. 273 points (phase-detection AF)

Metering type  1200-zone evaluative metering

Metering sensitivity  EV0 to EV24 (ISO100 equivalent)

Exposure compensation  +/- 3.0EV (1/3 EV steps)

ISO sensitivity  Still images: ISO 125 - 12800 (expandable to ISO 80 - 12800), AUTO (ISO 125 - 12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)

                        Movies: ISO 125 - 12800 equivalent, AUTO (ISO 125 - 12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)

ViewfinderType-  LCD screenType  7.5 cm (3.0-type) type TFT

Touch panel  Yes

Number of dots (total)  921 600 dots

Adjustable angle  Opening Angle: Approx. 176 °, Rotation Angle: Approx. 270 °

Shutter type  Electronic shutter

Shutter speed  Still images: 1/32000 to 1/4 s

                        Movies: 1/12800 to 1 s

                                    100p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps)

                                    50p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps)

                                    25p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps)

Flash sync. speed  1/100 s

External flash  Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe

PC interface  Mass-storage / MTP

USB Type-C terminal  Yes (Hi-Speed USB 480 Mbps (USB 2.0) compatible)

Wireless LAN (built-in)  Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz band)) *5 

Bluetooth  Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 4.2 (2.4 GHz band))

HDMI output 

HDMI micro connector (Type-D)

                   3840 x 2160 (30p / 25p / 24p) / 1920 x 1080 (60p / 50p / 24p) / 1920 x 1080 (60i / 50i), YCbCr 4:2:2 8bit / RGB 8bit

Multi Interface Shoe  Yes

Mic terminal  Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)

Remote control (wireless)  Yes (Bluetooth remote control)

Functions   View on Smartphone

                  Remote control via Smartphone

                  PC Remote

USB streaming  Video data formatMJPEG

                          Video resolution1280 x 720 (30p)

                           Audio data formatLPCM 2ch (16bit 48 kHz)

Battery  Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1

Internal battery charge  Yes

USB power supply  Yes

Weight  With battery and memory cardApprox. 292 g

             With battery and memory card (oz.)Approx. 10.3 oz

Weight  Approx. 266 g

Dimensions  (W x H x D)  Approx. 105.5 x 60.0 x 46.7 mm

Dimensions  (W x H x D) (in.)  Approx. 4 1/4 x 2 3/8 x 1 7/8 inches