Sony ZV-E1 Mirrorless Camera Body
The Sony ZV-E1 is a compact full-frame mirrorless camera with a 12.1MP Exmor R sensor, advanced autofocus, 5-axis stabilization and powerful 4K video features. Designed for content creators, it combines professional video performance with a lightweight, creator-focused design.
- Full-frame 12.1MP Exmor R sensor
- Compact and lightweight body
- Professional 4K video capabilities
- 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording
- AI-powered subject recognition
- 5-axis image stabilization
- Creator-focused shooting modes
- High-quality built-in directional microphone
- Interchangeable Sony E-mount lenses
- USB-C power and streaming support
Description
The Sony ZV-E1 Mirrorless Camera Body is a compact full-frame mirrorless camera designed primarily for vloggers, content creators and video professionals who need high-quality image performance in a lightweight body. It features a 12.1MP full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor, Sony’s BIONZ XR image processor and a dedicated AI processing unit for advanced subject recognition and tracking.
The camera is built around video creation, offering 4K recording, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording, S-Log3/S-Gamut3.Cine, 5-axis in-body image stabilization and creator-focused functions such as Product Showcase, Background Defocus and Cinematic Vlog settings. Sony also provides 4K 120p recording through a firmware-based upgrade, with approximately a 10% crop.
Its Sony E-mount allows it to work with a wide range of Sony full-frame and APS-C lenses, while the vari-angle LCD screen, built-in intelligent 3-capsule microphone, microphone and headphone connections, USB-C connectivity and wireless functions make it well suited to modern content-production workflows.
Key Features
- 12.1MP full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor
- Advanced BIONZ XR image processor
- Dedicated AI processing unit for subject recognition
- Sony E-mount
- 4K video recording
- 4K 120p recording available through Sony’s upgrade process
- 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording
- 5-axis in-body image stabilization
- AI-enhanced subject recognition and tracking
- Real-time Tracking AF
- Product Showcase Setting
- Background Defocus function
- Cinematic Vlog mode
- Vari-angle LCD touchscreen
- Intelligent 3-capsule microphone
- 3.5mm microphone input
- 3.5mm headphone output
- Multi Interface Shoe with digital audio interface
- USB Type-C with USB Power Delivery
- USB streaming up to 4K at 30fps
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
- SD memory card slot supporting UHS-I and UHS-II cards
Ideal For
- Vloggers
- YouTubers
- Content creators
- Social media creators
- Filmmakers
- Videographers
- Interviews and talking-head videos
- Travel content
- Product videos
- Livestreaming
- Professional video production
Why You Need It
The ZV-E1 combines a full-frame sensor with a compact body and creator-focused video tools, making it suitable for creators who want professional-looking footage without carrying a larger cinema camera. Its strong autofocus, stabilization, low-light-oriented full-frame sensor and flexible Sony E-mount system provide a versatile foundation for different types of content production.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Camera Type | Interchangeable-lens mirrorless camera |
| Sensor Type | 35mm full-frame Exmor R CMOS |
| Effective Pixels | Approx. 12.1MP |
| Lens Mount | Sony E-mount |
| Image Processor | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | Fast Hybrid AF |
| AF Points | Up to 759 phase-detection points for stills; up to 627 for movies |
| Subject Recognition | Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train and Airplane |
| ISO Range | ISO 80–102400; expandable to ISO 40–409600 |
| Stabilization | 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization |
| Movie Recording | Up to 4K |
| Internal Recording | 10-bit 4:2:2 supported |
| 4K 120p | Supported through upgrade; approx. 10% crop |
| Slow Motion | Full HD up to 240p |
| Memory Card | SD, UHS-I/UHS-II compatible |
| LCD | Vari-angle touchscreen LCD |
| LCD Movement | Approx. 176° opening / 270° rotation |
| Microphone | Built-in intelligent 3-capsule microphone |
| Microphone Input | 3.5mm stereo mini jack |
| Headphone Output | 3.5mm stereo mini jack |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI Type-D |
| USB | USB Type-C, USB 3.2 SuperSpeed 5Gbps |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz/5GHz and Bluetooth |
| Battery | Sony NP-FZ100 rechargeable battery |
| Actual Movie Recording | Approx. 95 minutes with LCD under CIPA conditions |
| Continuous Movie Recording | Approx. 140 minutes with LCD under CIPA conditions |
| Body Weight | Approx. 399g |
| Dimensions | Approx. 121.0 × 71.9 × 54.3mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40°C |
What's in the Box
For the ZV-E1 body-only configuration, Sony lists:
- Sony ZV-E1 camera body
- NP-FZ100 rechargeable battery
- Shoulder strap
- Wind screen
- Wind screen adapter
- Body cap
- Accessory shoe cap
- Lens rear cap
Note: The body-only configuration does not include the 28–60mm lens. Sony lists that lens with the separate ZV-E1L kit.





















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