Rather than updating the already excellent RX100 series, Sony’s vlogging compact makes a lot of sense. You get a one-inch sensor, a fully-articulating screen and a range of very video-friendly features.

Small; lightweight and compact; Fully articulating screen; Video-friendly specs; Cheaper than RX100 series

Image stabilisation could be better; Can’t use the touchscreen for everything

A point-and-shoot camera built just for vlogging

Compact form factor, Flip-out touch screen, Bright, sharp zoom lens, Excellent in-camera audio, External mic and flash support, 4K video capture

A wider-angle lens would be welcome, Limited touch features, Face detection struggles when wearing protective mask, Underwhelming battery life, No in-camera flash

At Rs 69,990, the Sony ZV-1 is just what a lot of content creators have been waiting for. Read on to know more about it....

The Sony ZV-1 should win the hearts of many vloggers thanks to its blend of compelling video features, very good quality footage and ease of use. The Sony ZV-1 is an excellent investment for vloggers who are just starting out in the field, or even those who have been at it for a while but who aren’t...

Powerful yet easy-to-use features, Relatively inexpensive, Very good quality video and stills, Excellent AF, Very good quality audio, Can be used as a webcam

May not be versatile enough for advanced vloggers, Image stabilization could be better, Streaming and webcam features not available on macOS Big Sur

A pocket-sized video powerhouse, the Sony Z-V1 is the perfect tool for social content creation

Small and lightweight; Great video quality; Excellent autofocus performance;

Limited physical controls; Disappointing battery life; Not quite wide-angle enough with SteadyShot activated;

A pocket-sized video powerhouse, the Sony Z-V1 is the perfect tool for social content creation

Small and lightweight; Great video quality; Excellent autofocus performance;

Limited physical controls; Disappointing battery life; Not quite wide-angle enough with SteadyShot activated;

First of all, it is among the bridge cameras that feature a face-detect AE, which detects the face of the subject and changes the exposure to ensure the subject’s face is clear.

It features a microphone port and a multi-interface hot shoe for improved accessory compatibility, The image stabilization helps achieve steady shots when shooting handheld, The imaging sensor enhances the quality of your image, particularly at high ISO levels, Comes with various accessories that...

Unlike most cameras on our list, it does not have the touch screen function

Fácil de usar con el modo automático; Vídeo nítido y de gran calidad; Compacta y pequeña;

Estabilización de vídeo pobre; Funcionalidades fotográficas limitadas; Autonomía de batería a mejorar;

The Sony ZV-1 is great for vlogging. The camera's compact, lightweight design makes it easy to carry around handheld for long periods, and it feels comfortable to shoot with when held in a selfie position. Its fully articulated screen makes it easy to monitor yourself while vlogging.

Compact, lightweight design., Excellent overall video stabilization performance., Sharp, bright, fully articulated screen., Amazing autofocus performance.

Poor battery life., Overheating issues in 4k., No touch navigation.

The Sony ZV-1 is the best compact vlogging camera you can buy. Its mix of a bright lens, superb autofocus and design tweaks like the side-flipping screen make it a powerful pocket video option with few peers. Those seeking super-smooth walking footage might find its image stabilization a slight let-down, and it has a few familiar usability quirks, but the ZV-1 remains the best video all-rounder in its weight class.

Class-leading autofocus; Bright lens for lovely video bokeh; Hotshoe and 3.5mm mic port; Side-flipping screen ideal for video; Fits in your pocket

Average video stabilization; Touchscreen still very limited; Micro USB rather than USB-C