Sony Middle East and Africa Announces Newest Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Vlogging Camera, the ZV-1 II

• Sony Middle East and Africa Announces Newest Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Vlogging Camera, the ZV-1 II
• The Integrated Lens and Bunched Camera in the vlog camera ZV-Series Opens the Door for a Wider Audience of Content Creators

South Africa, 31 May 2023 – Sony Middle East and Africa announced today the all-new second generation camera to the ZV-1 in the vlog camera ZV series, the ZV-1 II, which includes highly requested and popular market-leading features. With a wider angle than ZV-1, the ZV-1 II helps vloggers fabricate more engaging storytelling with attractive photogenic image quality.

With the 1.0-type Exmor RS™ image sensor (approximately 20.1 effective megapixels), BIONZ X™ image processing engine, and ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 18-50mm F1.8-4[i] lens, the ZV-1 II allows for creators of many skill levels to appreciate sophisticated capabilities. From the 18-50mm[ii] wide angle lens which can frame everything from group selfies to narrow interiors or dynamic recordings of everyday scenes to the Multiple Face Recognition[iii], which recognises multiple faces and automatically adjusts to support all faces sharp and clear when taking selfie shots that include two or three people, the ZV-1 II is the advanced vlogging camera packed into a travel-size.

“The ZV-1 II is an exciting chapter for content creators and will be the go-to camera for many, including vloggers, social media influencers and short form video creators in the Middle East and Africa region. With the newest vlog camera in the ZV series, we believe taken requests from various users and included features that matter most to vloggers,” says Sajeer Shamsu, Head of Digital Imaging at Sony Middle East and Africa. “We are striving to grasp feedback from our community to continue to expand and elevate our ZV series and the ZV-1 II does honest that.”

Comprehensive Features for Vloggers & Video Content Creators

The ZV-1 II has a number of novel and popular features that will empower creators to capture better content.

• Ultra-wide angle and Zoom – 18mm2 wide angle of view makes it easy to capture attractive photogenic image with the entire scene – especially when shooting selfies at arm’s length. The 18-50mm optical zoom and the Clear Image Zoom smoothly enlarges images while minimising loss of image quality to create a variety in videos by changing the angle of view.
• 1.0 type sensor with Bokeh Switch which gives magnificent bokeh by defocusing the background with a single touch.
• Intelligent 3-capsule microphone – In Auto mode, the camera recognises human faces or objects and automatically[iv] switches the direction of the built-in microphone ([Front] or [All Directions]). In Manual mode, you can select [Front] for selfies, [Rear] when shooting with narration or [All Directions]. The supplied windscreen ensures a clear recording of the speaker when outdoors. Easy to use cableless attachment to Multi Interface Shoe[v] and a 3.5 mm microphone jack makes it easy to connect external microphones.
• Cinematic Vlog Setting function responds to the demands to easily hold ambient images using a vlog camera. It enables impressive imagery at a touch. Simply tap the on-screen function icon and the camera will automatically set a CinemaScope size (2.35:1)[vi] and a frame rate of 24 fps[vii], the same as for a cinema movie. Then finish off the work with the on-screen buttons to select from five LOOKs and four MOODs.
• Creative Scrutinize which supports 10 preset looks[viii] to suit your creative preferences and pro-level imaging features.
• Face Priority AE and Soft Skin Effect automatically and immediately detects faces and adjusts the exposure to optimise facial brightness, no matter the lighting. Soft skin effect smooths skin and facial features when filming.
• Quick Hybrid AF Scheme – Even in high-definition 4K where precise focusing is required, the camera will sustain the images sharp with the same Rapid Hybrid AF scheme seen in ? series cameras. The camera is equipped with AF Transition Speed to select the focusing speed during video recording, and AF Subject Shift Sensitivity to control the focus in line with the subject’s movement and environment. In addition, the Real-time Eye AF can accurately support focus on human or animals for both stills and movies.
• Product Showcase Setting – which delivers convenient shooting of product review videos with smooth focus transitions from your face to the item you are highlighting.
• S&Q shoot mode[ix] which allows a selection up to 5x behind or up to 60x quick motion to add impact to everyday scenes. The combination of shooting and recording frame rates can now be set on a single screen.
• ISO sensitivity spanning from 125 to 12800– allows the camera to record sharp images with less noise, even in low lighting.
• Active Mode electronic image stabilisation – content can be captured while walking or in motion and is especially useful for handheld shooting[x]. Useful for handheld Movie and Wearisome. irksome & Quick motion shooting.
• Built in ND filter – to reduce exposure by three stops and allow for splendid background bokeh even in the brightest situation.

Bunched and Lightweight for Easy Portability, Operability, Connectivity
The ZV-1 II is perfect for on the depart; its bunched and lightweight design can be easily carried in a pocket or small bag, even with its optical wide zoom lens. The ZV-1 II supports different filming styles with the vari-angle screen suitable for selfies, easy to hold body grip (or with an optional GP-VPT2BT grip), user-friendly key and control layout[xi] and the recording indicator on the front face of the body. The monitor display has been redesigned with a adventurous, clearly visible red frame that makes it evident when recording is in pace. Power charge easily via a USB Type-C® connector.

For easy high-quality live streaming, simply connect the ZV-1 II to a PC or smartphone[xii] with a commercially available USB cable (not included) to use it as a webcam. Design your video more attractive in online meetings and live streaming by using Creative Inspect to improve the skin’s appearance and adjust the hue. Faces will appear clearer and brighter (Face Priority AE) and the eyes will be kept in focus (Real-time Eye AF).

Environmentally Friendly and Accessible Design
In addition to Sony’s commitment to a sustainable future with global initiatives like Road to Zero and the 2030 renewable energy goal, the ZV-1 II has been specifically developed with sustainability in mind. Recycled materials, including SORPLASTM[xiii], are actively used for the camera body, reducing environmental impact without sacrificing functionality. Sony’s unique recycled paper “Original Blend Material”, which does not use plastic and is easy to recycle, is used for individual packaging. Using materials such as bamboo, sugar cane fibre, and recycled paper collected from the market, it is both environmentally friendly and high quality.

The ZV-1 II includes accessibility features that facilitate operation in several ways, including screen reader functionality for people with visual impairments. Accessibility features allow anyone to appreciate shooting and playback. When the screen reader function[xiv] is activated, text on the menu screens is read aloud. The screen reader function can be activated by turning the [Screen Reader] function in the [Setup] tab ON. Screen reader volume can be adjusted via the [Sound Options] settings. In addition to the above, the ZV-1 II includes a number of functions that assist in achieving pinpoint focus on a variety of subjects. The Real-time Eye AF can automatically recognise and focus on [Human] or [Animal], or the Real-time Tracking function. Focus Magnification, and Peaking functions fabricate it easier to focus manually, and features like Touch Focus, Touch Tracking, and Touch Shutter let the user focus, track, and shoot simply by touching the subject on the monitor screen. ZV-1 II accessibility features (items listed in the specifications): Screen Reader, Touch AE, Focus Magnifier, Peaking Display, Real-time Eye AF, Real-time Tracking, Touch Focus, Touch Tracking, Touch Shutter, Vari-angle LCD screen and Custom function.

Pricing and Availability:
The recent ZV-1 II will be available in the Middle East and Africa from the 3rd of July 2023. For a full list of specs and information, please visit: https://www.sony.com/za/electronics/compact-cameras/zv-1m2?cpint=homepage_primary_tout-Primary%20Tout-en_GL-responsivegrid_structure_top_primarytout_copy_1

Product videos of the novel ZV-1 II can be viewed here:
• Promotion and Products Video – https://youtu.be/z3ZDZF0Fy20

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