Sony
ZV-1
The original Sony vlogging compact with a 1-inch stacked sensor, 24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS lens, Real-time Eye AF, and side-flip screen.
$749
Launch priceReleased May 2020
Sony
ZV-1 II
Creator compact with 18–50mm zoom, Product Showcase, and vlog-first controls.
$899
Launch priceReleased May 2023
ZV-1 II is 3 years newer.
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Wins
ZV-1
Wins
ZV-1 II
11 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BZV-1 II has higher Max video bit rate (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BZV-1 II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (290 shots vs 260 shots)
- AZV-1 has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 94 %)
- BZV-1 II has lower Weight (292 g vs 294 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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ZV-1
106 × 60 × 44 mm
294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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ZV-1 II
106 × 60 × 47 mm
292 g (0.64 lb / 10.30 oz)
ZV-1 is 3mm thinner than ZV-1 II.
ZV-1 is 2 g heavier than ZV-1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm ZV-1 · 47mm ZV-1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
ZV-1
106 × 60 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1 II
106 × 60 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
ZV-1
106 × 44 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1 II
106 × 47 mm
Sensor size, to scale
ZV-1
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
ZV-1 II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
ZV-1
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 43.5
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
ZV-1 II
Codecs
Adds H.264
Max video bit rate
150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46.7
Battery life (CIPA)
290 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
Weight
292 g vs 294 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 20.1 MP
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 125
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 315
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
ZV-1
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS sensor with DRAM
- ✓24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF and Product Showcase
- ✓Side vari-angle LCD for vlogging
- ✓4K oversampled video and HFR slow-mo
Cons
- –Fixed 24–70mm zoom (no telephoto reach)
- –No built-in ND filter (unlike ZV-1 II)
- –No EVF
- –Short battery life for long shoots
ZV-1 II
Pros
- ✓Built for vlogging
- ✓18–50mm versatile zoom
- ✓Bokeh Switch
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –No EVF
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony ZV-1 II
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, ZV-1 or ZV-1 II?
ZV-1 scores 6.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for ZV-1 II — 24fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the ZV-1 and ZV-1 II?
Both cameras share the same 20.1 MP resolution.
How does stabilization compare between the ZV-1 and ZV-1 II?
ZV-1 uses Optical SteadyShot + Active electronic (electronic), while ZV-1 II uses Electronic / Active mode (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the ZV-1 or the ZV-1 II?
ZV-1 reaches 24 fps electronic. ZV-1 II reaches 24 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the ZV-1 and ZV-1 II?
ZV-1 weighs 294 g and ZV-1 II weighs 292 g, so the ZV-1 II is 2 g lighter.
Do the ZV-1 and ZV-1 II record 4K video?
ZV-1: 4K up to 30p. ZV-1 II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the ZV-1 and ZV-1 II weather sealed?
ZV-1: No. ZV-1 II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 260 shots (CIPA) for the ZV-1 and 290 shots for the ZV-1 II, giving the ZV-1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
ZV-1 launched at $749 and ZV-1 II at $899. The ZV-1 is $150 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.