Express #YOURZVSTORY - Shoot Better with the ZV-1 and ZV-E10 cameras
Express #YOURZVSTORY - Shoot Better with the ZV-1 and ZV-E10 cameras
Express #YOURZVSTORY

Embrace your creativity in a diverse community filled with passionate individuals like yourself. Discover ways to shoot better with Sony’s ZV cameras.

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Congratulations to the
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A big thank you to all our participants across Asia Pacific for taking on the #LevelUpWithZV challenge and sharing your epic videos with us. Here are the top 3 entries that stole the show and won their very own ZV cameras!

1st place ZV Challenge winner @dadami3000 dance video
1ST PLACE

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2nd place ZV Challenge winner @buddy_booth travel video
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3rd place ZV Challenge winner @thiannma_ travel video
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Feeling inspired? As you continue to push creative boundaries with your ZV camera, check out some useful tips that were shared by other creators below.
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See how others express themselves through photos and videos.

Ching Hsuan Lin - ZV Community Content Creator

Ching Hsuan Lin

Taiwan

FOOD

ZV-1

Shawne Koh - ZV Community Content Creator

Shawne Koh

Singapore

PETS

ZV-1

Neha Rathi - ZV Community Content Creator

Neha Rathi

Dubai

Lifestyle | Dance

ZV-1

Akshi Singh - ZV Community Content Creator

Akshi Singh

South Africa

Art | Travel

ZV-1

Wei Tse Liao - ZV Community Content Creator

Wei Tse Liao

Taiwan

Travel

ZV-1

Noura Khadra - ZV Community Content Creator

Noura Khadra

Saudi Arabia

Art | Gaming

ZV-1

Rou Fang Pan - ZV Community Content Creator

Rou Fang Pan

Taiwan

Food

ZV-E10

Celine and Cynthia - ZV Community Content Creator

Celine and Cynthia

Taiwan

Travel

ZV-E10

He Jen Huang - ZV Community Content Creator

He Jen Huang

Taiwan

Food

ZV-1

Jordan Kahu - ZV Community Content Creator

Jordan Kahu

Australia

Travel

ZV-E10

Kim Dao - ZV Community Content Creator

Kim Dao

Australia

Lifestyle

ZV-1

Di Immi - ZV Community Content Creator

Di Immi

Dubai

Lifestyle

ZV-1

Frank Pham - ZV Community Content Creator

Frank Pham

Australia

FOOD

ZV-1

Jorden Tually - ZV Community Content Creator

Jorden Tually

Australia

Travel

ZV-E10

Mackenzie McIntyre - ZV Community Content Creator

Mackenzie McIntyre

Australia

Lifestyle

ZV-1F

Bellephat - ZV Community Content Creator

Bellephat

Thailand

Travel

ZV-1F

Ivor - ZV Community Content Creator

Ivor

Malaysia

FOOD

ZV-1F

Jayden - ZV Community Content Creator

Jayden

Malaysia

Lifestyle | Dance

ZV-1F

SHOW OFF YOUR

The next time you’re posting your ZV creations on Instagram, add the hashtag #YourZVStory and we’ll share them here as inspiration for others!

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Close-up of Shawne Koh's dog - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-1
Shawne Koh
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Ching Hsuan sharing her camera tricks - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-1
Ching Hsuan Lin
ZV-1

How to look your best in front of the cameraArrow button

View of mountain with sunset sky - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-1
Akshi Singh
ZV-1

How to create the perfect timelapseArrow button

The effects of slow shutter speed - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-1
Wei Tse Liao
ZV-1

How to go manual with the ZV-1 cameraArrow button

Noura Khadra using the bluetooth grip - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-1
Noura Khadra
ZV-1

Shooting on the go without a tripodArrow button

Rou Fang Pan holding a dumpling - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-E10
Rou Fang Pan
ZV-E10

Capturing mouth-watering foodArrow button

Beauty video product showcase feature - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-1
Kim Dao
ZV-1

Beauty videos made easyArrow button

Jordan Kahu holding the Sony ZV-E10 in his studio
Jordan Kahu
ZV-E10

The secret to making unboxing videosArrow button

Celine and Cynthia holding the Sony ZV-E10 camera
Celine & Cynthia
ZV-E10

Breaking down the vlogging processArrow button

Sony ZV-1 compact digital camera set-up
Di Immi
ZV-1

Create better content with ZV-1Arrow button

Image of grapes on a tree - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-1
Frank Pham
ZV-1

Take your vlogs to the next levelArrow button

Jorden Tually holding a drink can tab, showing the Product Showcase feature - Photo taken using the Sony ZV-E10
Jorden Tually
ZV-E10

Get maximum focus with minimal effortArrow button

Image of Mackenzie on a running track - image shot by the Sony ZV-1F camera
Mackenzie McIntyre
ZV-1F

Filming both indoors and outdoorsArrow button

Bellephat taking a video selfie with the Sony ZV-1F digital camera
Bellephat
ZV-1F

Unlocking a wider field of viewArrow button

Ivor editing her video on the Sony ZV-1F camera
Ivor
ZV-1F

Ways to edit your videos fasterArrow button

Jayden taking an outdoor video with the Sony ZV-1F digital camera
Jayden
ZV-1F

Finding inspiration with a pocket-friendly cameraArrow button

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From spontaneous fun to memorable moments, the ZV cameras are designed to capture high-quality content wherever you are.

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Neha Rathi
Neha Rathi

Dubai

ZV-1

I’m a project manager by profession and a digital content creator by passion. I love sharing my life experiences.

Lifestyle

Dance

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
DOCUMENTING MOMENTS WITH ZV-1

I’ve been living in San Francisco for a few months and balancing out my full-time 9-to-5 job with my digital content creation life. I like to keep my content as relatable as possible and the ZV-1 camera allows me to do just that because of its compact size and ease of operation.

While I’m out and about in the windy city of San Francisco, the fuzzy mic windscreen really helps with the video quality in my daily vlogs.

If you are a budding content creator like me, don’t focus on creating the next viral content – create content you love!

I would suggest being as authentic as possible and focusing on consistency in the beginning to build a reliable and long-term audience.

WHAT LIFE IN THE CITY IS LIKE

WHAT LIFE IN THE CITY IS LIKE
WHAT LIFE IN THE CITY IS LIKE
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Shawne Koh
Shawne Koh

Singapore

ZV-1

I create travel content that is unique to my life using a great concoction of documentation, storytelling and cinematography.

PETS

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
CAPTURE YOUR PETS’ BEST MOMENTS WITH THESE SIMPLE TRICKS
Shawne Koh filming his dog - video taken using the Sony ZV-1

When filming my dog Angel, I always make sure to shoot at her eye level to showcase a better viewing perspective. Having Sony’s shooting grip is helpful here as it allows me to effectively shoot at low angles and get more stable shots while I’m running alongside her.

In addition, I also turn on the active image stabilisation in my ZV-1 camera to cut out all of the bumps when I’m just out and about, running and chasing her.

WHAT VLOGGING IS LIKE WITH ZV-1

I love documenting the unique experiences that I’ve encountered in life and creating stories out of them.

Because I often have to capture both well-planned shots and spontaneous moments, the ZV-1 camera is great as it allows me to have a balance of quality and portability when I’m shooting on the go. Check out how that looks like in the video below!

A SPECIAL DAY OUT WITH MY DOG, ANGEL

SPECIAL DAY OUT WITH MY DOG, ANGEL
SPECIAL DAY OUT WITH MY DOG, ANGEL
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Ching Hsuan Lin
Ching Hsuan Lin

Taiwan

ZV-1

You can call me Xiaogua! I have a habit of recording interesting things in life to preserve them as memories.

Food

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
HOW TO LOOK YOUR BEST IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA
Ching Hsuan Lin sharing her camera tricks - video taken using the Sony ZV-1

With the ZV-1 camera, you don't have to worry about not having any makeup on or not looking good in front of the camera. Just turn on the Soft Skin Effect. You can even customise the intensity to better suit your preferences.

USING THE ZV-1 CAMERA AS A BEGINNER

Because of the ZV-1 camera, I was able to gain access to more video recording techniques. Besides being easy to operate, it is also very intuitive. As soon as you start recording, there will be a red flashing light in front of the camera, so you never have to worry if you’ve pressed the record button.

It is a camera suited for casual videographers. With a small compact body, it is light and easy to carry around in my usual small bag.

THE CAMERA EATS FIRST

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
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Akshi Singh
Akshi Singh

South Africa

ZV-1

I enjoy capturing unique places and creating artworks of interesting scenes. I’m inspired by nature and love the outdoors!

Art

Travel

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
HOW TO CREATE THE PERFECT TIMELAPSE
Timelapse of mountain with sunset sky - Video taken using the Sony ZV-1

Whether it’s filming art vlogs or capturing a magical sunrise/sunset, the ZV-1 camera is perfect for timelapse shots.

To create a timelapse, I use the ‘interval shoot’ function. I input the desired number of frames and duration between the shots and start shooting. I make use of the shooting grip as a tripod for added stability while the timelapse is being shot. This creates a collection of high-quality still images, which can be edited into a timelapse video.

MY ADVENTURES WITH ZV-1
Interval shooting feature on the Sony ZV-1

I love nature, traveling to new places, and having adventures! When I’m out exploring or on a hike, the ZV-1 camera is ideal to bring along because of its compact size. I am able to save my favourite camera modes which is perfect for taking quick photos and videos.

With the ZV-1 camera, I can create montage videos of my adventures and capture photos of dynamic sceneries. Some of my favourite shots are of low-light scenes. I frequently use the ZV-1 camera to take long exposure shots of the city at night. This creates mesmerising light streaks that bring about an interesting perspective of a typical scene.

I also like that this camera is small enough to carry around but still powerful enough to capture different scenes – this has helped me share my stories easily without losing the essence of the moment.

WHEN ART MEETS VIDEOGRAPHY

WHEN ART MEETS VIDEOGRAPHY
WHEN ART MEETS VIDEOGRAPHY
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Wei Tse Liao
Wei Tse Liao

Taiwan

ZV-1

I love travelling around the world to learn about different cultures and enjoy the unique sceneries of each continent.

Travel

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
GOING MANUAL WITH THE ZV-1 CAMERA
The effects of slow shutter speed - Timelapse of Wei Tse taken using the Sony ZV-1

With plenty of functions available on the ZV-1 camera, I highly recommend using the manual mode. For me, I like to shoot in S-Log3 as it maximises the performance of the image sensor.

As for shutter speed, I like to set it to 1/(2*fps). For example, if it is a 24fps video, I’ll set the shutter speed to 1/48, which is 1/ (2*24). This will help create a motion blur in the clips, making them look natural and smooth.

Lastly, don’t forget about the built-in ND filter. While most cameras need an external ND filter to block light from coming into the lens, the ZV-1 camera has one built into it. All you have to do is turn it on.

TRAVELLING LIGHT WITH ZV-1

On top of the luggage, travelling with a huge camera is a challenge for me. That’s why I was impressed when I first had my hands on a ZV-1 camera. Despite its compact size, it still provided strong performance.

My hand never felt stiff after a day of shooting and it reduced the weight of my luggage. With the ZV-1 camera, I can now capture stunning moments while still enjoying my trip.

EXPLORE TAIWAN WITH ME

EXPLORE TAIWAN WITH ME
EXPLORE TAIWAN WITH ME
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Noura Khadra
Noura Khadra

Saudi Arabia

ZV-1

I love to express myself through painting and acting. One of my biggest interest is video games.

Art

Gaming

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
SHOOTING ON THE GO WITHOUT A TRIPOD
Noura Khadra using the bluetooth grip - Video taken using the Sony ZV-1

There’s a bluetooth grip for the ZV-1 camera, called the GP-VPT2BT. This has helped me a lot because I don’t have to lug a heavy tripod when I’m on the go. It’s very easy to use and you can control the actual camera through it.

GAMING AND MORE WITH ZV-1

Gaming feeds my love for a good challenge and problem solving, and it will forever be my most favourite form of entertainment. With that, I love creating YouTube videos of gameplay and game reviews.

As a gamer, the auto focus feature on the ZV-1 camera is very accurate and allows me to record with peace of mind, knowing that it is correctly focused on my face. It is also helpful because I move my hands a lot in my YouTube videos.

I also like to use my ZV-1 camera to create video auditions on the go. The camera is light enough to be carried everywhere and the quality is great.

HOW ZV-1 HELPS ME CAPTURE MY MANY PASSIONS

HOW ZV-1 HELPS ME CAPTURE MY MANY PASSIONS
HOW ZV-1 HELPS ME CAPTURE MY MANY PASSIONS
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Rou Fang Pan
Rou Fang Pan

Taiwan

ZV-E10

I am an Instagram blogger who likes to travel, eat, sing, and record life using videos.

Food

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
CAPTURING MOUTH-WATERING FOOD
Rou Fang Pan holding a dumpling - Video taken using the Sony ZV-E10

When shooting my campus food for a Sony event, I used the slow-motion function on the ZV-E10 camera to capture the food in motion. To my surprise, I managed to achieve a pleasant effect.

GETTING CREATIVE WITH MY ZV-E10

The ZV-E10 camera has helped me elevate the quality of my videos and pictures because of its quick focal ability. I find it convenient to introduce products without having to manually guide the camera into prioritising nearby objects.

It has also allowed me to try out different themes and styles as well as create new creative compositions.

FILMING WHAT I LOVE – FOOD

FILMING WHAT I LOVE – FOOD
FILMING WHAT I LOVE – FOOD
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He Jen Huang
He Jen Huang

Taiwan

ZV-1

I am an actress. So of course, I love to act and sing. I also enjoy creating different kinds of videos.

Food

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
GOING COMPACT WITH ZV-1

I use the ZV-1 camera because it’s small and compact. It's very convenient to take out, especially for ladies. Although it’s small, its photographic and videographic functions should not be underestimated.

For example, its focusing speed is very fast and the video quality also surprised me a lot. I can easily create beautiful scenes and videos with the ZV-1 camera.

Another thing that surprised me is how good the audio quality is. This is because of the camera’s built-in directional 3-capsule mic which allows for clear audio quality.

Overall, the ZV-1 camera has improved my videography a lot despite its small size.

EATING OUT WITH MY CAMERA

EATING OUT WITH MY CAMERA
EATING OUT WITH MY CAMERA
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Di Immi
Di Immi

Dubai

ZV-1

I love to work out and spend quality time with my son. He and I love to dance and create content together.

Lifestyle

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
CREATE BETTER CONTENT WITH ZV-1
Di Immi showing the screen flip feature of the Sony ZV-1 camera.

As a content creator, I’m in love with my ZV-1 camera. The camera screen flip helps me to see myself while I’m taking videos. The grip on the camera also acts as a selfie stick, allowing me to walk around easily while filming my content. The auto stabilisation makes the final content more stabilised and not jarring or jumpy when I’m walking around.

It’s the perfect camera for content creators like me!

IT’S ALL ABOUT VERSATILITY WITH ZV-1

Whether I’m filming my TikTok dances, makeup tutorials or daily routine workouts, the ZV-1 camera is able to help me film good quality content.

The best thing about it is that I can easily take my camera everywhere with me and even carry it inside my pocket.

DISCOVERING MY CREATIVE SIDE WITH ZV-1

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
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Kim Dao
Kim Dao

Australia

ZV-1

I’ve been creating content for a little over 10 years now. I just love creating videos that can help others in some way.

Lifestyle

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
BEAUTY VIDEOS MADE EASY
Beauty video product showcase feature - Video taken using the Sony ZV-1

Though I create all sorts of content, beauty videos are one of the main things I do and it can be very time-consuming. Fortunately, the ZV-1 camera has a feature called Product Showcase that makes this process much faster. All I have to do is turn it on and any product that I put in front of the camera will immediately come into focus. Doing this will also create a beautiful bokeh effect in the background.

Impressed? Here are some other cool features that I’d love to share with you guys:

BEAUTY VIDEOS MADE EASY
BEAUTY VIDEOS MADE EASY
HOW ZV-1 HAS HELPED ME AS A SOLO CREATOR

I make a wide range of content! This includes travel, vlogs, lifestyle, beauty, fashion and even gaming videos. Thanks to the ZV-1 camera, I can now easily juggle between all these types of content.

As a content creator, I generally have to film everything by myself. I don’t have a crew to help me. But that’s okay because the camera has an array of features that can help vloggers like me create on the go. It is such a user-friendly camera that anyone can just pick up and use.

IT IS THE CAMERA FOR VLOGGERS

IT IS THE CAMERA FOR VLOGGERS
IT IS THE CAMERA FOR VLOGGERS
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Jordan Kahu
Jordan Kahu

Australia

ZV-E10

I am a content creator, filmmaker and photographer based on the Gold Coast.

Travel

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THE SECRET TO MAKING UNBOXING VIDEOS
Jordan Kahu holding the Sony ZV-E10 in his studio, showcasing the Product Showcase feature

Now that I am posting more top-down unboxing videos on my YouTube channel, the ZV-E10 camera has been super helpful. Because it’s super light, I can easily hang it in an overhead position and not have to worry about the mount failing or my camera falling off.

Having access to the Product Showcase feature is also super important for me as I can quickly lift something up and show it to the camera. See what I mean in this video below:

THE SECRET TO MAKING UNBOXING VIDEOS
THE SECRET TO MAKING UNBOXING VIDEOS
MY FIRST IMPRESSION OF THE ZV-E10

My first impression of the camera is that it is super light and compact. When vlogging out in public, it can be a bit awkward to carry around big cameras with external microphones attached. But with the ZV-E10 camera, its size just made things a lot easier and more comfortable. It felt so nice in my hand and it could even fit in my pockets. The menu system was super easy to navigate and the buttons were just nice and crisp.

My favourite part was the Shutter Priority mode. With it, you don’t really have to change much of the settings when you’re vlogging. You can go from indoors where it’s super dark to outdoors where it’s super bright, and the camera will just automatically change all the settings for you so you can continue talking and telling your story.

Paired with the GP-VPT2BT Bluetooth Shooting Grip, this became an awesome combo for all of my needs. If you too are looking for an entry-level camera, the ZV-E10 camera may just be the one for you.

JUST ME AND MY ZV-E10

JUST ME AND MY ZV-E10
JUST ME AND MY ZV-E10
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Celine & Cynthia
Celine & Cynthia

Taiwan

ZV-E10

We are traveling Youtubers in Taiwan and the creators of Celine and Cynthia 不只是旅行 [Not only travel].

Travel

THIS IS OUR ZV STORY

THIS IS OUR ZV STORY
THIS IS OUR ZV STORY
BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS
Video of the Sony ZV-E10 camera filming a lamp indoors

To help you guys better understand how our vlogs are created, we’ve divided the vlogging process into three.

First, we’ll show you how to choose the right music, frame your shots and record smooth videos.

BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS
BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS

Secondly, we’ll teach you how to use the S&Q (Slow and Quick) mode on ZV-E10 for dramatic slow motion. On top of that, we will share how you can better tell your story and plan your shots.

BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS
BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS

Last but not least, we are going to answer the question that everyone has been asking — which camera and lens are most suitable for beginners? Find out more below.

BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS
BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS
EXPLORING THE WORLD WITH ZV-E10

For us, traveling is not just about visiting attractions or having good food. Travel is our way of living in the world. Traveling makes us know the possibility of our life, experiencing other people’s lives. So we want to share our experience through our videos to encourage people to create their own stories.

Most of our videos are about diving, free-diving, and mountain climbing, food, hotels and other activities around the world. We have used Sony cameras to capture all these in their best light.

If vlogging is something you are interested in as well, we recommend starting out with the ZV-E10 camera. It has lots of features that you will love.

THE END RESULT IS ALWAYS WORTH IT

THE END RESULT IS ALWAYS WORTH IT
THE END RESULT IS ALWAYS WORTH IT
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Frank Pham
Frank Pham

Australia

ZV-1

Hi guys! My name is Frank. I am a chef but also a content creator in the beautiful and vibrant city of Melbourne.

Food

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
TAKE YOUR VLOGS TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Video showing the ND-Filter feature for outdoor shooting - Video taken by the Sony ZV-1

When it comes to vlogging, the ZV-1 camera has a ton of features that can help you out. Starting from the built-in ND filter, simply turn it on when you are vlogging outside on a sunny day and it will block out the sun so you don’t have to reduce your aperture.

There’s also a flip-out screen which you can rotate it in so many directions, a focus button which basically defocuses your background and makes you stand out more in your videos as well as a feature called Product Showcase which can help you focus on any item you put in front of the camera.

Watch me as I demonstrate these features and more in the video below:

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
HOW ZV-1 STOLE MY HEART

At first, I really only got the ZV-1 camera as a backup camera. But every time I used it, the features kept wowing me and soon I found myself using this camera more often than my main camera.

One of the first reasons why I bought this camera was because of its small size. It could fit right in my palm and I actually felt more comfortable and confident vlogging with it when I’m outdoors. People don’t pay much attention to you when you’re vlogging with the small ZV-1 camera. And for those of you who want an easy set-up but great quality, you’ll be pleased to know that the ZV-1 camera is able to shoot in 4K resolution.

For me, the ZV-1 camera basically has everything I need to empower my creativity and the best part is, it fits right in my pocket.

6 FEATURES TO LOOK OUT FOR

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
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Jorden Tually
Jorden Tually

Australia

ZV-E10

I’ve dedicated the last 7 years of my life exploring the world. Travel is my passion and my videos capture that spirit.

Travel

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
GET MAXIMUM FOCUS WITH MINIMAL EFFORT
Video of Jorden Tually with a drink can tab, showing the auto focus feature - Video taken by the Sony ZV-E10

After travelling for so many years, the ZV-E10 has become my favourite vlogging camera. Here’s why. Sony cameras have incredible auto-focus and the ZV-E10 camera has 2 particular features that take travel vlogging to the next level.

To start off, this camera has a feature called Product Showcase. Whenever you want to showcase a product, all you have to do is hold it up and the camera instantly recognises the product and focuses directly on it. The item can be as small as the little metal tabs on soda cans, and the ZV-E10 camera will still focus on it straight away.

As for the second feature, check out the video below to find out! Here’s a hint – it helps vloggers keep the camera on them.

BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS
BREAKING DOWN THE VLOGGING PROCESS
HOW ZV-E10 BECAME MY TRAVEL PARTNER

In 2015, I left Australia and took a 6-month gap year with my first Sony mirrorless camera.But just like all good stories go, I ended up falling in love – not with a girl but with travelling.

Soon after, I picked up the Sony ZV-E10 which became my go-to camera for life on the road. What makes this camera truly unique is its interchangeable lens capability. It has allowed me to get a wide range of shots without the need to carry multiple cameras, which is great for travel vloggers.

Having visited over 70 countries, my landscape always changes. But I’m happy to say that my camera doesn’t have to.

A CAMERA FIT FOR THE BEST JOB

WHEN ART MEETS VIDEOGRAPHY
WHEN ART MEETS VIDEOGRAPHY
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Mackenzie McIntyre
Mackenzie McIntyre

Australia

ZV-1F

I am a content creator whose passion is making videos that people can relate to and have a laugh at.

Lifestyle

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

Growing up, I used to watch a lot of gaming videos. This eventually inspired me to start creating my own content a few years later.

FILMING BOTH INDOORS AND OUTDOORS
Mackenzie holding the Sony ZV-1F camera and vlogging

Creating content with the Sony ZV-1F has been super easy for me. I just use the tripod mount attachment, flip the screen towards me, press record on the mount and I’m good to go! Plus, the Bokeh Switch makes it simple to get accurate focus in my videos. Whether I’m indoors or outside, my videos always feel like they have levelled up with this dedicated camera.

COLOUR CORRECT LIKE A PRO WITH ZV-1F

I really enjoy creating vlog-style and comedy videos on TikTok with the ZV-1F. It has helped make my videos look more professional with built-in LUTs which we often call filters. Just by switching up the Creative Look and altering the colour profiles, the ZV-1F camera has enabled me to get the touch of vibrancy that I love for my videos.

A GLIMPSE OF MY PHOTOS

Image of the side of a building - image shot by the Sony ZV-1F camera
Image of hand touching flowers on a tree - image shot by the Sony ZV-1F camera
Image of Mackenzie on a running track - image shot by the Sony ZV-1F camera
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Bellephat
Bellephat

Thailand

ZV-1F

I’m Bellephat but you can call me Belle. I love to travel around the world, be in nature and explore new places.

Travel

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
UNLOCKING A WIDER FIELD OF VIEW
Bellephat taking a vieo selfie with the Sony ZV-1F digital camera

Did you know that the ZV-1F has a wider field of view than the human eye? With a wide-angle 20mm lens, I love how I can capture a more expansive view of the background scenery whenever I snap a selfie.

GET READY AND STEADY WITH ZV-1F

I enjoy taking videos of nature, food and also myself when I’m sightseeing around the world. But shaky footage can be an issue. Luckily, the ZV-1F camera is able to capture videos clearly even while I’m walking. Its Active Mode image stabilisation helps to reduce image blur from shooting handheld.

COME EXPLORE TAIWAN WITH ME

Bellephat taking a vieo selfie with the Sony ZV-1F digital camera
Bellephat taking a vieo selfie with the Sony ZV-1F digital camera
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Ivor
Ivor

Malaysia

ZV-1F

Despite graduating from law school, I’ve been creating videos on YouTube as a hobby to capture meaningful memories.

Food

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
WAYS TO EDIT YOUR VIDEOS FASTER
Ivor editing her video on the Sony ZV-1F camera

Since switching to the ZV-1F, I’ve discovered some tricks that have made my content creation process much easier. And I’m going to share it with you guys!

Firstly, you can take a portion out of any long video to save time from editing later on. Secondly, you can turn on Creative Look which offers built-in filters to make your videos look more cinematic whenever you’re shooting B-rolls.

That’s it! These 2 simple changes has helped me a lot and I hope it can help you too.

TAKING MY FIRST STEPS WITH ZV-1F

Though I only started vlogging as a hobby, I finally took content creation seriously when the pandemic started. Being a content creator can be a rewarding and fulfilling career as I get to share my experiences and ideas with others, and potentially make a positive impact on their lives. But to become successful, I realised I needed to consistently produce high-quality content on top of being creative and passionate.

That’s where ZV-1F came in. It is one of the few lightweight cameras out there that has a flip mirror screen and 4k quality. With it, I can easily experiment with different framing, angles and shot types, which can add variety and interest to your videos.

Overall, the ZV-1F is a great camera that can become an invaluable tool for any content creator.

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Jayden
Jayden

Malaysia

ZV-1F

I am a dancer as well as a content creator. I started my TikTok journey during the pandemic.

Lifestyle

Dance

THIS IS MY ZV STORY

THIS IS MY ZV STORY
THIS IS MY ZV STORY
FINDING INSPIRATION WITH A POCKET-FRIENDLY CAMERA
Jayden taking an outdoor video with the Sony ZV-1F digital camera

For me, inspiration can be found everywhere. Especially in unexpected places. You just have to keep your eyes open. That is why I recommend getting the Sony ZV-1F camera. It’s highly compact and light enough to take with you everywhere so you will never have to miss a photo opportunity.

GOING THROUGH THE PANDEMIC WITH ZV-1F

The pandemic was no doubt a tough time for everyone. However, we could still connect through social platforms and that was how I started creating my own content on TikTok.

The ZV-1F camera was everything I needed for my dance and lifestyle content. Its lightweight design and class-leading functionalities made vlogging that much easier for me. Now, I just bring it with me wherever I go!

A SMALL CAMERA IN A BIG WORLD

Jayden taking an outdoor video with the Sony ZV-1F digital camera
Jayden taking an outdoor video with the Sony ZV-1F digital camera
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Level Up with ZV Contest by Sony Asia Pacific
Sony Electronics Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. ("Sony") maintains this website https://alphauniverse.sony-asia.com/microsite/your-zv-story ("Site") and is responsible for this “Level Up with ZV” contest (“Contest”). Participation in the Contest is subject to the terms and conditions set out herein, and any other terms and conditions set out on the Site (as amended from time to time and hereinafter referred to as the “Terms and Conditions”). Sony reserves the right to cancel or amend the Contest and the Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. All changes (if any) will be posted on the Site.
Eligibility of submission
To participate in the Contest, Applicants (as defined below) must satisfy the following eligibility requirements:
  • Reside and/or are registered/incorporated in Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand and Vietnam (“Participating Region”).
  • Applicants shall submit short videos (“Entries”) to Sony as part of this contest. By submitting an entry, Applicants represent that they are the owners of the Entry. Each entry is unique to 1 video. However, each Applicant may submit more than one (1) video for consideration.
  • No application or submission fees are charged.
  • All natural human Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of submission.
  • The maximum duration of an entry shall be 60 seconds including opening title and credits. The minimum duration of the video shall be 15 seconds.
  • Industry professionals, including freelancers, may submit an entry. However, completed entries that are submitted must be produced in a non-commercial capacity. Money must not have been charged for the viewing of the submitted entries. Further, any entry that includes or is made with the intent of sales and promotion of a product, service, and/or brand (aside from Sony products, services and/or brand) may be disqualified. For example, the Entries must not contain sponsored product placement.
  • The Contest is non-exclusive. Entries made for other competitions may be eligible for participation. However, any Entries which have already been awarded in any other competitions may be disqualified if found.
Terms & Conditions
  • Each Applicant warrants that:
    • The Applicant has the legal capacity to participate in the Contest in accordance with the Terms & Conditions and that the information submitted is true, complete and accurate;
    • The Applicant, or the person(s) the Applicant is the authorised representative of, possesses the exclusive ownership and/or usage rights as may be applicable to each Entry hereunder (including but not limited to the script(s) and music, etc) or the authority to make each Entry and that no Entries shall infringe the intellectual property, privacy or other rights or interest of any third party; and
    • Each Entry shall not contain anything that is libellous, defamatory, obscene, indecent, harassing, threatening or otherwise offensive or objectionable.
  • The Applicant understands and accepts that particulars and information (including personal data) stated in the online submission form and any information supplied may be used and disclosed by Sony for purposes in connection with the promotion, marketing and publicity of the Contest. In addition, the Applicant consents to Sony collecting, using, disclosing, and/or processing any and all personal data submitted for purposes relating to the administration of the Contest, including but not limited to communication with the Applicant.
  • The Applicant shall indemnify and keep Sony indemnified from and against any and all losses, damages, claims and/or costs (including costs on a full indemnity basis) suffered and/or incurred by the Applicant as a result of a breach of any of the Terms and Conditions.
  • Sony reserves the right to disqualify and/or exclude any Entries from the Contest, for any reason and for no reason, including without limitation, violation of any portion of these Terms & Conditions.
  • Employees of Sony and its affiliates in Participating Regions, advertising and promotion agencies of Sony together with their employees, and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each of the aforesaid persons are not eligible to participate in this Contest.
  • Sony reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or suspend this Contest without any liability to the Applicants.
  • The Terms and Conditions of this Contest shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Singapore.
Submission Requirements
  • All Entries must be received no later than 23:59 (GMT +8:00) on 19th March 2023.
  • All Entries should be shot between 1st February 2023 and 19th March 2023. Sony reserves the right to disqualify any Entries found to have contravened this.
  • Applicants agree to grant Sony a license to use and publish the entries across various mediums including online and offline platforms, for a period of 3 years from submission of the Entries, within the Asia Pacific region.
  • All Entries must be uploaded on either Instagram or TikTok (which must be set to public). Shortlisted applicants may be required to submit files of the final videos (e.g. .MP4 and/or .MOV) to Sony.
  • Without prejudice to any other provision herein contained, each Entry hereunder must be an original work. It must not infringe upon the copyrights, trademarks or other intellectual properties of any person or entity.
  • Entries must not contain obscene or pornographic material; must not contain threatening or defamatory statements about any person, company, organisation or entity; must not invade privacy or other rights of any person, company or entity; must not in any other way violate applicable laws and regulations.
  • Each Applicant guarantees that the editing or special effects used for the Entries were made via legally acquired software.
  • All Applicants agree to Sony using and modifying the assets for promotional purposes. Applicants represent and warrant to Sony that they possess the rights to any music or assets used and that their videos will not infringe the IP, privacy or other rights/interests of any third party. Applicants agree to indemnify Sony against any liabilities arising from the use of assets provided by them to Sony as part of this Contest.
Publicity & Promotion
  • The Applicant hereby expressly and irrevocably consents to, and grants to the Sony, its principal, third parties representatives, and/or assigns, the rights to use his/her/its name, photographs, and submissions at the Sony’s associated programmes in any manner and in any media and formats in perpetuity throughout the world as Sony deems fit including for publicity or promotional purposes. Such publicity may include without limitation, the use of the Entries submitted for this Contest, the Applicant’s name and photographs and/or any statement made by he/she concerning Sony, this Contest, and/or prizes.
  • Sony shall not be obliged to include any Applicant in any publicity whatsoever.
  • Winners agree to be contacted by Sony and/or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Contest or Sony. This may include, but not limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press release, press conference, interviews, etc.
Judging Process & Prizes
  • Each Entry is judged for its creativity, originality, and entertainment value to the selected themes below:
    • Food
    • Share your favourite, unique or tastiest food dishes or combinations.
    • Pets
    • Capture and share your favourite moments or your pets, or even a simple music video of them.
    • Dance
    • Attempt any viral TikTok or Instagram choreography (e.g. hands-free choreography – dance with everything but without using your hands).
    • Travel
    • Show us your favourite moments while travelling, bonus if you have the most creative transitions in your travel videos.
  • The selection of the jury panel and the judging process shall be at the Sony’s sole and absolute discretion. Each Applicant shall accept and abide by any and all decisions made by Sony in relation to the Contest, including and not limited to, the Terms and Conditions, evaluation criteria and the awarding of prizes. No enquires, appeals, verbal or written, shall be entertained.
  • Any decision made by Sony in relation to the conduct of the Contest is final, binding, conclusive and shall not be challenged on any grounds, including without limitation, grounds that Sony failed to act reasonably or fairly.
  • All winners will be announced by April 2023. Sony reserves the right to extend or modify the winner notification and date of announcement or format where necessary. Potential winners will be contacted beforehand through the social media accounts they have used to submit their entries to Sony. If a winner does not reply within 7 working days, or if the data reveals that the Entry does not comply with these terms and conditions, the winner will not be eligible to receive the prize and an alternative winner will be selected.
  • The winner(s) shall not transfer or exchange any prize(s) won, and Sony reserves the right to replace any prizes with items of similar value without prior notice. The winner(s) acknowledges and agrees that the winner(s) may be disqualified from receiving any prize(s) if the winner(s) is not able or willing to abide by Terms & Conditions which may be imposed by Sony, and in such event, Sony reserves the right to award the prizes to other winner(s).
  • The winner(s)’ refusal to accept any prize(s) shall release Sony from all obligations in connection with the prize(s). However, the winner shall still be required to fulfil all obligations as per these Terms and Conditions.
  • Sony reserves the right to disqualify any Applicant if it has reasonable grounds to believe that the Applicant has breached these Terms and Conditions, or on any grounds as Sony may in its sole discretion decide.
  • Applicants who submit more than one entry, or enter more than one locale’s Contest, are only eligible to win once.
  • Acceptance of any prize shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony by each Winner from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the winner may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Contest, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the Winner as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the prize, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Contest, prize and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
  • Subject to the terms and conditions herein, the 3x winner(s) of the Contest shall receive the corresponding below listed prize(s):
    • 1st Prize
    • USD 5,000
      ZV-1F
    • 2nd Prize
    • USD 3,000
      ZV-1F
    • 3rd Prize
    • USD 1,000
      ZV-1F
    For the avoidance of doubt, there shall only be the above-mentioned three (3) prizes awarded for the entire Participating Region.
  • Where applicable, prizes not collected within 4 weeks from the date of notification for collection shall be disposed of at Sony’s sole discretion. Sony’s decision regarding the award of all prizes, and/or in every situation including any not covered in these Terms and Conditions, shall be final and binding on all participants in the Contest, and no queries, themes or appeals may be made or entertained regarding Sony’s decision on the same. The receipt by any Winner of any prize under this Contest is conditional upon compliance with any and all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Liabilities
  • Sony cannot accept any responsibility for any damage, loss, injury or disappointment suffered by any Applicant entering the Contest or as a result of entering the Contest or accepting any prize. Sony is not responsible for any safe custody, return, non-delivery or missing of entries, late, misdirected, problems or technical malfunction of any telephone network or lines, computer on-line systems, servers, or providers, computer equipment, software failure of any email or entry to be received on account of technical problems or traffic congestion on the Internet, telephone lines or at any app, or any combination thereof, including any injury or damage to Applicant's or any other person's computer or mobile telephone related to or resulting from participation or downloading any materials in the Contest.
  • By entering the Contest or accepting the prizes, Applicant agrees that no claim relating to such losses or injuries (including special, indirect and consequential losses) shall be asserted against Sony, its parent companies, affiliates, directors, officers, employees or agents from any and all losses, damages, rights, claims and actions of any kind resulting from the Contest and acceptance of any prize, including without limitation, personal injuries, death and property damage.
  • By submitting the Contest entries, Applicant agrees and warrants that Applicant shall not submit any content (a) that is hateful, threatening, or pornographic; incites violence; or contains nudity or graphic or gratuitous violence; (b) that violates any law, statute ordinance or regulation (including, but not limited to, those governing export control, consumer protection, unfair competition, anti-discrimination or false advertising); that is, or may reasonably be considered to be, defamatory, libelous, hateful, racially or religiously biased or offensive, unlawfully threatening or unlawfully harassing to any individual, partnership or corporation; (c) on behalf of any merchant or manufacturer, or for which Applicant was compensated or granted any consideration by any third party; (d) that includes any information that references other apps, addresses, email addresses, contact information or phone numbers; (e) or that contains any computer viruses, worms or other potentially damaging computer programs or files.
Use of Personal Information
  • Information – All information, including personal information (“Information”) submitted or known to Sony and/or its affiliates in connection with this Contest will only be used for the purposes set out in and treated in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and those stipulated in the Privacy Policy of Sony at https://www.sony-asia.com/microsite/privacypolicy (“Privacy Policy”).
  • Use of Information – In addition to those stipulated in the Privacy Policy, by entering the Contest, you agree:
    • to the use of the Information, without compensation, for Sony’s promotional and marketing purposes;
    • to the use of the Information, without compensation, for the purpose of administration in relation to the Contest.
  • Each Applicant to this Contest acknowledges that in respect of any Information from her/him pursuant to this Site:
    • She/he is authorized to disclose such Information; and
    • Such disclosure complies with any privacy legislation from any region, within the geographical scope of the Contest, and we have the right to use such Information as contemplated by this Site (including, without limitation, the disclosure of such Information to Sony's external agencies or third parties).
  • Provision of Information to Third Parties - We will not sell or otherwise transfer the Information to unaffiliated third parties without your approval. If applicable, you will have the opportunity to indicate whether you would like to "opt in" and/or “opt out” to receiving promotional and/or marketing information about other products, services and offerings from us and/or any third parties.
  • Analysis of User Behaviour - We reserve the right to perform statistical analyses of user behaviour and characteristics in order to measure interest in and use of the various areas of the Site and to inform advertisers of such information as well as the number of users that have been exposed to or clicked on their advertising banners. We will provide only aggregated data from these analyses to third parties. We are not responsible for any actions or policies of any third parties who request personal information and you should check the applicable privacy policy of that party.
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  • Updating or Removing Information - You may notify us of any updates, amendments and corrections to previously collected Information by using the Feedback Form on the Site. Further, upon your request, we will use commercially reasonable efforts to delete your Information from our database. However, it may be impossible to delete your entry without some residual information because of backups and records of deletions.
Disclaimer
Please be advised that all materials posted on the Site are subject to public downloading by third party viewers. Sony has taken precautionary steps to deter users from downloading. However, should downloading persist, Sony shall not be held accountable or liable for any damages caused.
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FAQs
Do I need to show evidence of what device I’ve used?
We welcome submissions in any format, orientation and on any device. You do not have todisclose what you've used as we'll not be keeping tabs on this. Just have fun and enjoy this chanceto showcase your freedom and creativity!
Are there any restrictions on editing software or effects used?
No restrictions apply – let your creativity shine!
How will winners be selected?
Participants will be required to set their Instagram and/or TikTok account to public. Each Entry for the Contest will be judged by a panel of judges consisting of Sony representative(s) based on your contents' Creativity, Originality & Entertainment Value.
How do I know if I have won?
If you are one of our winners, we will contact you by April 2023 to request for your contact details and address to send you your prize. Winners will only be contacted through official Sony accounts or Sony representative accounts.