# Sony ZV-1 II

Compact camera · 1" 20MP stacked CMOS · profile confidence: **high** · source: sony.com — ZV-1 II specifications

## Video modes

| Resolution | Frame rates | Aspect | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4K | 24, 25, 30 | 16:9 |  |
| 1080p | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 | 16:9 |  |

## Stabilization

- **SteadyShot Standard** (strength 1/3)
- **SteadyShot Active** (strength 2/3) — crops the image

## Color profiles

- **Standard** — 8-bit
- **S-Log3** — 8-bit, log (for grading) — 8-bit log — grade lightly.

## Field of view

Lens-dependent (interchangeable-lens body).

## Exposure

- ISO range: 125–12800 (recommended ceilings — bright: 400, normal: 1600, low light: 6400)
- Manual shutter: yes
- Aperture: f/1.8–f/4.0 (18–50 mm equiv.)
- Built-in ND: no

## Notable

- **18 mm ultra-wide end** — Wide enough for arm's-length selfie video without a stick.
- **Product Showcase mode** — Instant focus pull to a held object.

Strengths: Very wide lens; Pocketable; Reliable autofocus; Built-in wind screen support.
Weaknesses: 8-bit only; No 4K above 30 FPS; Small battery; No viewfinder.

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