Sony
ZV-1 II
Creator compact with 18–50mm zoom, Product Showcase, and vlog-first controls.
$899
Last updated May 2026
Key specs at a glance
Resolution
20.1 MP
Sensor
13.2 × 8.8 mm
ISO max
12,800
Burst
24 fps
4K
30 fps
IBIS
No
Weight
292 g
Battery
290 shots
Sensor size
Sony ZV-1 II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
Body size
Sony ZV-1 II
106 × 60 × 47 mm
292 g (0.64 lb / 10.30 oz)
106 × 60 × 47 mm · 292 g (0.64 lb / 10.30 oz)
Best for
Use-case scores
Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.
Portrait
Limited3.0/ 10
- · Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably
Sports & Action
Limited3.5/ 10
- · 24fps burst — fast action ready
Video & Hybrid
Limited3.5/ 10
- · 4K recording
- · Log profile (Standard profiles) for grading latitude
Landscape
Limited0.0/ 10
Travel
Limited3.5/ 10
- · 292g — ultralight for all-day carry
Wildlife
Fair4.0/ 10
- · 24fps burst captures fleeting moments
- · Animal subject recognition
Vlogging
Fair5.0/ 10
- · 292g — easy to handhold for selfie video
- · Eye AF locks on you while filming
Pros
- ✓ Built for vlogging
- ✓ 18–50mm versatile zoom
- ✓ Bokeh Switch
Cons
- – 1-inch sensor
- – Fixed lens
- – No EVF
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Full specifications
Verified specs · Sony ZV-1 II
Sensor
Resolution20.1 MP
Sensor type1.0-type Exmor RS CMOS
Sensor size13.2 × 8.8 mm
AA filterYes
Processor
ProcessorBIONZ X
ISO
ISO min (native)125
ISO max (native)12,800
ISO max (expanded)12,800
Shutter
Shutter typeMechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed1/16000 sec
Autofocus
AF systemFast Hybrid AF (phase-detection / contrast-detection)
AF points / zones315
AF frame coverage94 %
AF low-light limit-4 EV
Eye AFYes
Animal / bird AFYes
Subject recognitionHuman, Animal
Burst
Burst (mechanical)24 fps
Burst (electronic)24 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseNo
RAW buffer depth60 frames
Video
Max resolution4K UHD
4K max frame rate30 fps
Max video bit rate150 Mbps
Internal RAW videoNo
Log profileStandard profiles
CodecsXAVC S, H.264
Stabilization
In-body stabilizationNo
IBIS effectiveness0 stops
Body
Weight292 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)105.5 × 60 × 46.7 mm
Weather sealingNo
Battery
BatteryNP-BX1
Battery life (CIPA)290 shots
Storage
Card slots1
Card typesSD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
Viewfinder
Viewfinder typeNo built-in EVF
LCD
LCD size3 in
LCD typeSide-opening vari-angle
TouchscreenYes
Connectivity
USBUSB-C
HDMIMicro HDMI (Type D)
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi
BluetoothYes
Microphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Headphone jack (3.5mm)No
Lens Mount
Lens mountFixed lens