Page 1 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Recommended pages in the Help Guide Finding functions from MENU You can check the list of the menu items. You can also move to the explanation page for each item from the menu item on the list.
Page 2 Before Use Checking the camera and the supplied items Memory cards that can be used Notes on using your camera Precautions Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery Notes on memory card On cleaning Names of parts Identifying parts Basic icons displayed on the monitor Basic operations Touch operations on the monitor...
Page 3 Performing initial setup for the camera Basic shooting operations Confirmation before shooting Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Finding functions from MENU Using the shooting functions Contents of this chapter Selecting a shooting mode Shoot Mode (movie) Shoot Mode (S&Q) Shoot Mode (still image) Shoot Mode (still image): Intelligent Auto...
Page 4 Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image/movie) Face Memory Regist. Faces Priority (still image/movie) Using focusing functions Focus Standard AF/MF Selector Pre-AF Auto Magnifier in MF (still image/movie) Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif.
Page 5 Adding effects to images Creative Look (still image/movie) Picture Profile (still image/movie) Soft Skin Effect (still image/movie) Shooting with drive modes (continuous shooting/self-timer) Drive Mode Cont. Shooting Speed Priority Cont. Self-timer(Single) Self-timer (movie) Interval Shoot Func. Setting the image quality and recording format JPEG Quality JPEG Image Size Aspect Ratio...
Page 6 Release w/o Card Using the zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Zoom Range (still image/movie) Zoom Speed Step Zoom Magnif. (still image/movie) About zoom scale Reducing blur SteadyShot (movie) Noise reduction High ISO NR Setting the monitor display during shooting Auto Review (still image) Grid Line Display (still image/movie) Grid Line Type (still image/movie)
Page 7 Contents of this chapter Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) Registering frequently used functions to the function menu Fn Menu Settings Registering frequently used functions to My Menu Add Item Sort Item Delete Item Delete Page Delete All Display From My Menu Recording movies by pressing the shutter button...
Page 8 Changing how images are displayed Playing back images on the image index screen (Image Index) Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) Display as Group Disp Specified Time Img. Protecting recorded images (Protect) Adding information to images Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Rotating an image (Rotate) Extracting still images from a movie Photo Capture...
Page 9 Network settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Display Wi-Fi Info. SSID/PW Reset Bluetooth Settings Airplane Mode Edit Device Name Reset Network Set. Monitor settings Monitor Brightness Power settings Auto Monitor OFF (still image) Power Save Start Time Power OFF w/ monitor Auto Power OFF Temp. USB settings USB Connection Mode USB LUN Setting...
Page 10 REC Lamp Version Privacy Notice Screen Reader (For some models only) Setting Reset Functions available with a smartphone Functions available with a smartphone (Imaging Edge Mobile Plus) Connecting the camera and a smartphone Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Regist.) Using a smartphone as a remote commander Using a smartphone as a remote commander Remote Shoot Setting (smartphone)
Page 11 Battery life and number of recordable images Number of recordable images Recordable movie times List of icons on the monitor Specifications Trademarks License If you have problems Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display Warning messages 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 12 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F How to use the “Help Guide” The “Help Guide” is a “Web Instruction Manual” that has been designed to describe the functions and operating methods of this camera. Use the “Help Guide” to search for any information that you require in order to make full use of the camera.
Page 13 Method C: Finding functions from MENU If you want to search for information while checking it against the MENU screen of the camera, use the “Finding functions from MENU” page. Select a MENU item from the list to go directly to the description page. Viewing information about related features “Related Topic”...
Page 14 Printing only the currently displayed page (only on a computer) To print only the page currently being displayed, select the [ Print] button at the top of the page. When the printing screen appears, specify your printer. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 15: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
NP-BX1 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1) USB Type-C cable (1) Wind screen (1) (Attached to the wind screen adaptor) Wind screen adaptor (1) Lens cap (1) (Attached to the camera) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 16: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Memory cards that can be used This camera supports SD memory cards and Memory Stick media. When using microSD memory cards or Memory Stick Micro media with this camera, be sure to use the appropriate adaptor.
Page 17 Number of recordable images Recordable movie times S&Q Settings 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 18: On Operating Temperatures
Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record, or loss of or damage to recorded images or audio data, due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data.
Page 19: On Moisture Condensation
If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the product and turn on the power, the product automatically creates an image database file using some of the memory card’s capacity. The process may take a long time and you cannot operate the product until the process is completed.
Page 20 For lens-integrated cameras Always attach the lens cap when you are not using the camera. (Only for models supplied with a lens cap) For interchangeable-lens cameras Always attach the lens front cap or body cap when you are not using the camera. To prevent dust or debris from getting inside the camera, remove dust from the body cap before attaching it to the camera.
Page 21: On Image Data Compatibility
Notes on security SONY WILL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON TRANSMISSION DEVICES, UNAVOIDABLE DATA LEAKS CAUSED BY TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS, OR OTHER SECURITY PROBLEMS.
Page 23: Remaining Battery Indicator
Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery Notes on using the battery pack Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.
Page 24: How To Store The Battery Pack
If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 25: Notes On Memory Card
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Notes on memory card (overheating warning icon) is displayed on the monitor, do not remove the memory card from the camera right away. Instead, wait for a while after turning off the camera, and then remove the memory card. If you touch the memory card while it is hot, you may drop it and the memory card may be damaged.
Page 26 High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is supported. Related Topic Format 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 27: Cleaning The Lens
If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the monitor may be scratched. If the monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, gently remove the dust from the surface, and then clean the monitor using soft cloth, etc. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 28: Identifying Parts
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Identifying parts ON/OFF (Power) button Power/Charge lamp Still/Movie/S&Q button MOVIE (Movie) button C1 button (Custom button 1)/ (Background Defocus) button Shutter button For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/Playback zoom lever Self-timer lamp/Recording lamp Internal microphone Do not cover this part during movie recording.
Page 29 Monitor/Touch panel You can adjust the monitor to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position. (A): Approx. 176° (B): Approx. 270° If you open the monitor from the closed position with the screen facing inwards, the camera will turn on. To choose whether or not the camera turns off when the monitor is closed with the screen facing inwards, select MENU →...
Page 30 Use the wind screen by attaching it to the accessory shoe to reduce wind noise picked up by the internal microphone when recording movies. Note When attaching the wind screen, make sure that the wind screen does not get caught in the accessory shoe. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 31 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Basic icons displayed on the monitor This section describes the screen display when the shooting mode is (Program Auto). The examples are of the display when the screen is in the all-information display mode. The displayed content and positions are for reference only, and may differ from the actual display. Some icons may not be displayed depending on the camera settings.
Page 32 The icons on the left and right ends of the screen function as touch buttons when [Icon Touch Function] is set to [On]. You can operate and adjust settings for functions such as shooting by touching them. Related Topic List of icons on the monitor Icon Touch Function 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 33 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Touch operations on the monitor By touching the monitor, you can intuitively perform operations such as focusing on the shooting screen and operating the playback screen. Touch operations (on the shooting screen) Touch the monitor to specify where to focus (Touch Focus).
Page 34 Related Topic Touch Operation Icon Touch Function Touch Func. in Shooting Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 35: Using The Control Wheel
During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 36 The menu items displayed in the [Shooting], [Exposure/Color], and [Focus] tabs of the menu screen vary depending on the shooting mode (still image/movie/S&Q). Before you adjust these settings, select the desired shooting mode with the Still/Movie/S&Q button. Related Topic Using the menu Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) S&Q Settings 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: Using The Menu
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Using the menu The menu screen is displayed by pressing the MENU button. You can change settings related to all of the camera operations including shooting and playback, or you can execute a function from the menu screen.
Page 38 (A) Menu tabs (B) Menu groups (C) Menu items Press the center of the control wheel to select the menu item. The setting screen or execution screen for the selected item will appear on the monitor. Select a parameter or execute the function. If you want to cancel changing the parameter, press the MENU button and go back to the previous screen.
Page 39 : Menu items displayed in any of the still image shooting modes, movie recording modes, or slow- motion/quick-motion shooting modes Related Topic Add Item Display From My Menu Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 40: Using The Function Menu
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Using the function menu If you press the Fn (function) button during shooting, a menu containing frequently used functions such as the audio recording level and focus mode will appear on the screen (function menu). This allows you to access functions quickly.
Page 41 Select the icon for the desired function and then press the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function will appear. Follow the operating guide (A) to adjust settings. Related Topic Fn Menu Settings Swipe Up 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 42 If you want to change the function of the custom button, press the center of the control wheel while the custom button is selected. The functions that can be assigned to that button will appear. Select your desired function. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 43: During Shooting
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Using the DISP (Display Setting) button By pressing the DISP (Display Setting) button, you can change the content displayed on the screen during shooting and playback. The display switches each time the DISP button is pressed.
Page 44 Related Topic DISP (Screen Disp) Set 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 45: Using The Delete Button
Other than the single-image playback screen, you can also use the (Delete) button for the following operations. Custom Key In-Camera Guide Related Topic Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete confirm. Delete pressing twice Using the C (custom) buttons In-Camera Guide 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 46: Using The Keyboard
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Using the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. For examples of functions that use the keyboard, see “Related Topic” at the bottom of this page. Input box The characters you entered are displayed.
Page 47 To cancel input, select [Cancel]. Related Topic Edit Device Name 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: In-Camera Guide
The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) items, and settings. Select the MENU or Fn item for which you want to see a description, and then press the (Delete) button (A). The descriptions of the item are displayed. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 49: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Inserting/removing the battery pack Slide the switch on the battery/memory card cover to open the cover. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the battery until the battery locks into place.
Page 50 Related Topic Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 51 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery You can use a USB cable to charge from an external power source, such as a commercially available USB AC adaptor or mobile battery.
Page 52 Before charging, be sure to also read “Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery.” Related Topic Inserting/removing the battery pack Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 53: Using The Battery Charger Abroad
Depending on the country/region, a converting plug adaptor may be needed to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket). Consult a travel agency, etc., and prepare one in advance. Note Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)
When using a mobile charger as a power source, confirm that it is fully charged before use. Also, be careful of the remaining power on the mobile charger during use. Operation cannot be guaranteed with all external power supplies. Related Topic Inserting/removing the battery pack 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Inserting/removing a memory card Explains how to insert a memory card (sold separately) to the camera. You can use SD memory cards and Memory Stick media with this camera. Slide the switch on the battery/memory card cover to open the cover.
Page 56: To Remove The Memory Card
Open the memory card cover and make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit, then push in the memory card lightly once to remove it. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card Format 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 57 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Performing initial setup for the camera By connecting the camera and a smartphone with the Bluetooth function and using the smartphone application Imaging Edge Mobile Plus, you can perform initial camera settings such as date and time settings from the smartphone. Install Imaging Edge Mobile Plus from your smartphone’s application store.
Page 58 The built-in clock of the camera may exhibit time errors. Adjust the time at regular intervals. Related Topic Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Regist.) Area/Date/Time Setting Auto Power OFF Temp. Edit Device Name 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 59 Product Showcase Set Background Defocus Making it easy to check whether the camera is on standby or recording when set to a movie mode Emphasized REC Display Resetting shooting settings or resetting all camera settings Setting Reset 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 60 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) This section describes how to record movies in the [Intelligent Auto] mode. In the [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera automatically focuses and automatically determines the exposure based on the recording conditions.
Page 61 To select the recording format ( File Format) The resolution and degree of compatibility vary depending on the recording format (XAVC S 4K/XAVC S HD). Select the format in accordance with the purpose of the movie to be shot. To select the frame rate or image quality ( Movie Settings) The frame rate determines the smoothness of motion in movies.
Page 62 Recordable movie times 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 63 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) This section describes how to shoot still images in the [Intelligent Auto] mode. In the [Intelligent Auto] mode, the camera automatically focuses and automatically determines the exposure based on the shooting conditions.
Page 64 An icon indicating that data is being written is displayed after shooting. Do not remove the memory card while the icon is displayed. Doing so will prevent images from being recorded normally. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Playing back still images Auto Review (still image) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 65 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Finding functions from MENU The displayed MENU items vary depending on the shooting mode. In the table below, the modes in which each MENU item is displayed are indicated by the still image/movie/S&Q icons. : The menu item is displayed when the shooting mode is set to the still image shooting modes (A).
Page 66 Groups Menu items Shoot Mode Shooting Mode Shoot Mode Shoot Mode Drive Mode Drive Mode Silent Mode Shutter/Silent Release w/o Card Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Audio Recording Wind Noise Reduct. Audio Level Display Image Stabilization SteadyShot Zoom Range Zoom Zoom Speed Step Zoom Magnif.
Page 67 Groups Menu items Face Priority in Multi Metering White Balance White Balance Priority Set in AWB D-Range Optimizer Creative Look Color/Tone Picture Profile Soft Skin Effect Zebra Display Zebra Display Zebra Level (Focus) tab Groups Menu items Focus Mode AF/MF Pre-AF Set Focus Focus Area...
Page 68 Groups Groups Menu items Menu items Playback Target View Mode Enlarge Image Magnification Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Protect Selection/Memo Rating Rating Set(Custom Key) Delete Delete Delete pressing twice Delete confirm. Rotate Edit Photo Capture Cont. Play for Interval Viewing Play Speed for Interval...
Page 69 Groups Menu items Pairing Manage Paired Device Disp Device Address Airplane Mode Network Option Edit Device Name Reset Network Set. (Setup) tab Groups Menu items Language Area/Date Area/Date/Time Setting NTSC/PAL Selector Reset Settings Setting Reset Custom Key Setting Custom Key Setting Custom Key Setting Operation Customize Fn Menu Settings...
Page 70 Menu items Add Item Sort Item Delete Item My Menu Setting Delete Page Delete All Display From My Menu Note The order in which the menu tabs are listed here differs from the actual display. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 71: Contents Of This Chapter
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Contents of this chapter The following table of contents lists the features described in this chapter (“Using the shooting functions”). From each item name, you can jump to the page describing the respective functions. Selecting a shooting mode Shoot Mode (movie) Shoot Mode (S&Q)
Page 72 Metering Mode (still image/movie) Face Priority in Multi Metering (still image/movie) AE lock Zebra Display Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO (still image/movie) White balance White Balance (still image/movie) Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB (still image/movie) Adding effects to images Creative Look (still image/movie)
Page 73: Reducing Blur
Live View Display Bright Monitoring Emphasized REC Display Marker Display Gamma Display Assist Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Recording movie audio Audio Recording Audio Rec Level Wind Noise Reduct. Audio Level Display Livestreaming video and audio (USB Streaming) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 74 Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. (Manual Exposure) : Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. Related Topic Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 75: Menu Item Details
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. (Shutter Priority) : Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually. (Manual Exposure) : Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) manually. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 76 (F value)). Related Topic Shoot Mode (still image): Intelligent Auto Shoot Mode (still image): Program Auto Shoot Mode (still image): Aperture Priority Shoot Mode (still image): Shutter Priority Shoot Mode (still image): Manual Exposure 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 77 If the camera detects that the subject is moving, the (motion) mark will appear. Note In the [Intelligent Auto] mode, the [ ISO] and [ White Balance] functions are set automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own. Related Topic Background Defocus 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 78: Program Shift
Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 79 If this happens, change the aperture value. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 80 When you shoot indoor sports scenes, set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. Note The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in shutter speed priority mode. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 81 When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Related Topic ISO (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: Auto Slow Shutter
Does not use Auto Slow Shutter. The recorded movie will be darker than when [On] is selected, but you can record movies with smoother motion and less object blur. Note [Auto Slow Shutter] does not function in the following situations: (Shutter Priority) (Manual Exposure) When [ ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO] 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 83 When using the digital zoom function, the frame is not displayed in the center of the monitor. Adjust the position of the subject so that the product is located in the center of the monitor. Note Settings for [Product Showcase Set] cannot be changed during movie recording. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 84: Background Defocus
Set Focus] or [Focus Magnifier] in the [Background Defocus] mode. Depending on the shooting mode and shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to obtain the optimal exposure due to the locking of the aperture value in the [Background Defocus] mode. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 85 To stop the self-timer countdown, press the MOVIE button again or press the button to which the [ Self-timer] function is assigned. Note If you press the MOVIE button in the still image shooting mode to start movie recording, [ Self-timer] will not work. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 86: Focus Indicator
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject. MENU → (Focus) → [AF/MF] → [ Focus Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Single-shot AF (only during still image shooting): The product locks the focus once focusing is complete.
Page 87 Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) Manual Focus (Set Focus) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 88 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Set the type of focusing frame when shooting with the auto focus. Select the mode according to the subject. MENU → (Focus) → [Focus Area] → [ Focus Area] → desired setting.
Page 89 When focusing on a smaller area When [ Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Zone], the focusing frame may switch between “When focusing on a larger area” and “When focusing on a smaller area” depending on the subject or situation. When focus is achieved automatically based on the whole range of the monitor When you use a zoom function, the [ Focus Area] setting is disabled and the focusing frame is shown by the...
Page 90 Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Touch Operation Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 91: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)
This function is available when [ Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF] (when shooting still images) or [Continuous AF] (when shooting movies). Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 92 Custom Key Setting] or [ Custom Key Setting]. Note Manually set focus distances are canceled when [ Focus Mode] is reselected. The displayed focus distance is just a reference. Related Topic Auto Magnifier in MF (still image/movie) Peaking Display 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 93 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Focusing on human eyes The camera can automatically recognize faces and eyes and focus on the eyes. The following explanation is for cases where the recognition target is human. The faces of up to 8 subjects can be recognized.
Page 94 Movie Settings] is set to [120p]/[100p] Related Topic Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image/movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 95 Note If the camera does not recognize any faces or eyes inside or around the designated focus area, it will focus on another subject that the camera can recognize. Related Topic Focusing on human eyes 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 96 )], the following functions cannot be used. Face Priority in Multi Metering Regist. Faces Priority Eye recognition for movie shooting Even when [ Recognition Target] is set to [Animal ( )], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be recognized. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 Sbj Recog Frm Disp.] is set to [On], the eye recognition frame appears around the eye you selected using [Right/Left Eye Select] or [Switch Right/Left Eye] with the custom key. Note You cannot select the right/left eye when [ Recognition Target] is set to [Animal ( 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 98 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image/movie) Sets whether to display the subject recognition frame when faces or eyes are recognized. MENU → (Focus) → [Subject Recognition] → [ Sbj Recog Frm Disp.] → desired setting.
Page 99 If the eyes are not recognized, the eye recognition frame will not be displayed. Even if [ Sbj Recog Frm Disp.] is set to [Off], a green focusing frame will appear over faces or eyes that are in focus when you press the shutter button halfway down, etc. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 100 Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All]. Related Topic Regist. Faces Priority (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 101 Focuses without giving higher priority to registered faces. Hint To use the [ Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. Subject Recog in AF] under [Subject Recognition]: [On] Recognition Target] under [Subject Recognition]: [Human] Related Topic Focusing on human eyes Face Memory 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 102: Focus Standard
Note You cannot set the [Focus Standard] function to [Left Button] or [Right Button]. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 103 Switches the focusing mode until the button is pressed again. Note You cannot set the [AF/MF Control Hold] function to [Left Button] or [Right Button] of the control wheel. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 104 (Focus) → [AF/MF] → [Pre-AF] → desired setting. Menu item details Adjusts focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. Note During focusing operations, the screen may shake. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 105 You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting MENU → (Focus) → [Focus Assistant] → [ Focus Magnif. Time]. Related Topic Manual Focus (Set Focus) Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 106: Focus Magnifier
To exit the focus magnifier function, double-tap the monitor again. You can also exit the focus magnifier function by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Related Topic Auto Magnifier in MF (still image/movie) Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Touch Operation 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 107 Magnifies the images for 2 seconds. 5 Sec: Magnifies the images for 5 seconds. No Limit: Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button. Related Topic Auto Magnifier in MF (still image/movie) Focus Magnifier 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 108 (Focus) → [Focus Assistant] →[ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x4.0: Displays a 4.0-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 109: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)
(Focus) → [Focus Assistant] → [ Initial Focus Mag.] → desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen. x1.6: Displays a 1.6-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 110 Since the product recognizes sharp areas as in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced on devices connected via HDMI. Related Topic Manual Focus (Set Focus) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 You can adjust the exposure compensation value within the range of -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies. Note When using [Manual Exposure], you can perform the exposure compensation only when [ ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO]. Related Topic Zebra Display 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 112: Histogram Display
The histogram display is extremely different between shooting and playback in the following cases: When shooting a low luminance subject such as a night scene Related Topic Using the DISP (Display Setting) button Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 113 Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off] When [Rec Frame Rate] is set to [120p]/[100p]. When shooting with [D-Range Optimizer], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 114 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Metering Mode (still image/movie) Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. MENU → (Exposure/Color) → [Metering] → [ Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details...
Page 116 Subject Recog in AF] under [Subject Recognition] is set to [On] and [ Recognition Target] is set to [Animal ( )], [ Face Priority in Multi Metering] does not work. Related Topic Metering Mode (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 117 You cannot set the [AEL hold] function to [Left Button] or [Right Button]. Note AEL hold] and [ AEL toggle] are not available when using zoom functions. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 118 To check the overexposure, set a minimum value for the brightness level. The zebra pattern will appear over areas with a brightness level equal to or higher than the value you set. Note The zebra pattern is not displayed on devices connected via HDMI. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 119 When the ISO sensitivity is set to a value lower than ISO 125, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease. If you point the camera at an extremely strong light source while shooting images with a low ISO sensitivity, highlighted areas in the images may be recorded as black areas. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 120 It is recommended to shoot images with a setting from [Custom 1] to [Custom 3]. Related Topic Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance) Priority Set in AWB (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 121: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)
The message [Capturing of the custom WB failed.] indicates that the value is in the unexpected range, for example when the subject is too vivid. You can register the setting at this point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 122 Prioritizes the color tone of the light source. This is suitable when you want to produce a warm atmosphere. White: Prioritizes a reproduction of white color when the color temperature of the light source is low. Related Topic White Balance (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 123 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Creative Look (still image/movie) “Look” is a term referring to the looks and impressions of images generated by various factors, such as color, sharpness, brightness, etc. With [ Creative Look], you can choose the finish of an image by selecting a preferred look from among preinstalled looks.
Page 124 Then, readjust the setting if needed. Note Creative Look] is fixed to [ST] in the following situations: Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off]. When this function is set to [BW] or [SE], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 125 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Picture Profile (still image/movie) Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to https://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html Although [ Picture Profile] can be used for both still images and movies, the function is designed mainly for movies.
Page 126 PP10: Example setting for recording HDR movies using [HLG2] gamma. HDR movie recording The camera can record HDR movies when a gamma from [HLG], [HLG1] to [HLG3] is selected in the picture profile. Picture profile preset [PP10] provides an example setting for HDR recording. Movies recorded using [PP10] can be viewed with a wider range of brightness than usual when played back on a TV supporting Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG).
Page 127 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1] or [Cine2]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
Page 128 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set] under [Knee], [Knee] will be disabled. S-Gamut, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Gamut3 are color spaces exclusive to Sony. However, this camera's S-Gamut setting does not support the whole S-Gamut color space; it is a setting to achieve a color reproduction equivalent to S-Gamut.
Page 129 Soft Skin Effect] is not applied on the monitor while shooting in the movie recording mode when [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], but the effect will be applied to the recorded images. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 130: Drive Mode
Shoots images continuously at high speed while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self-timer(Single) : Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Speed Priority Cont. Self-timer(Single) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 131: Cont. Shooting
(Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Shooting]. You can also set the continuous shooting by selecting MENU → (Shooting) → [Drive Mode] → [Drive Mode]. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 132 To continuously adjust the exposure while using [Speed Priority Cont.], set [ Focus Mode] to [Manual Focus]. Note In between sessions of continuous shooting, the image that has just been recorded will be displayed. Related Topic Cont. Shooting 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 133 (Drive Mode) on the control wheel to stop the count of the self-timer. Press (Drive Mode) on the control wheel and select (Single Shooting) to cancel the self-timer. Set [Audio Signal(Shooting)] to [Off] to turn off the beeping sound during the self-timer countdown. Related Topic Audio Signal(Shooting) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 134 To stop the self-timer countdown, press the MOVIE button again or press the button to which the [ Self-timer] function is assigned. Note If you press the MOVIE button in the still image shooting mode to start movie recording, [ Self-timer] will not work. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 135 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Interval Shoot Func. You can automatically shoot a series of still images with the shooting interval and number of shots that you set in advance (Interval shooting). You can then create a time-lapse movie from the still images produced by interval shooting using the computer software Imaging Edge Desktop (Viewer).
Page 136 MENU screen. Some settings such as shutter speed can be set by operating the part of the control wheel to which the function is assigned. During interval shooting, auto review is not displayed. Related Topic Cont. Play for Interval Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 137: Jpeg Quality
Since the compression rate increases from [Extra fine] to [Fine] to [Standard], the file size decreases in the same order. This allows more files to be recorded on one memory card, but the image quality is lower. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 138: Jpeg Image Size
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F JPEG Image Size The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. MENU →...
Page 139 Setting values Pixel number (horizontal×vertical) M: 6.5M 2544×2544 pixels S: 3.7M 1920×1920 pixels 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 140: Aspect Ratio
(Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Same aspect ratio as 35 mm film 4:3: The aspect ratio is 4:3. 16:9: The aspect ratio is 16:9. 1:1: The aspect ratio is 1:1. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 141: Color Space
Adobe RGB. When displaying images that were recorded with [AdobeRGB] on non-Adobe RGB-compliant devices, the images will be displayed with low saturation. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 142: File Format (Movie)
File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details File Format Characteristics Records movies in 4K resolution (3840×2160). XAVC S 4K Records movies in HD resolution (1920×1080). XAVC S HD Related Topic Memory cards that can be used 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Movie Settings (movie) Sets the frame rate, bit rate, color information, etc. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [ Movie Settings] → [Rec Frame Rate] → desired setting. MENU → (Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [ Movie Settings] →...
Page 144 Recording frame rates are indicated as the closest integer values. The actual corresponding frame rates are as follows: 24p: 23.98 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 60p: 59.94 fps, and 120p: 119.88 fps. Related Topic File Format (movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: Playback Speed
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F S&Q Settings You can record a moment that cannot be captured by the naked eye (slow-motion recording), or record a long-term phenomenon into a compressed movie (quick-motion recording). For example, you can record an intense sports scene, the moment when a bird starts to fly, a blooming flower, and a changing view of clouds or a starry sky.
Page 146 In slow-motion recording, the shutter speed becomes faster and you may not be able to obtain the proper exposure. If this happens, decrease the aperture value or set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. Related Topic Recordable movie times Memory cards that can be used 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 147: Proxy Settings
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Proxy Settings You can simultaneously record a low-bit-rate proxy movie when recording a movie or slow-motion recording/quick-motion recording. Since proxy movies are small in file size, they are suitable for transferring to smartphones or uploading to websites.
Page 148 Deleting/protecting movies that have proxy movies removes/protects both the original and proxy movies. You cannot delete/protect only original movies or proxy movies. Movies cannot be edited on this camera. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 149: Touch Operation
Activates touch operations only during playback. Off: Deactivates touch operations. Related Topic Touch Func. in Shooting Touch operations on the monitor Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 150 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Icon Touch Function Basic operations and settings can be performed by touching the icons displayed on the screen instead of using the buttons. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Icon Touch Function] → desired setting.
Page 151 The icon touch function will become disabled when [Touch Operation] is set to [Off], even if [Icon Touch Function] is set to [On]. When [Touch Operation] is set to [On: Playback Only], you can use the icon touch function only in the playback mode. Related Topic DISP (Screen Disp) Set Touch Operation 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 152 You cannot open the function menu by swiping up when [Touch Operation] is set to [On: Playback Only] or [Off], even if [Open the Fn Menu] is selected. Related Topic Using the function menu Touch Operation 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 153 Focuses on the touched subject and shoots images by touching the screen during shooting. Off: Disables touch operations during shooting. Related Topic Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Touch Operation 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 154 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. Select MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Touch Operation] → [On] beforehand.
Page 155 Touch Operation Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 156 If the focus mode is switched to [Manual Focus] while [Touch Func. in Shooting] is set to [Touch Tracking], the setting value for [Touch Func. in Shooting] will be changed to [Touch Focus]. Related Topic Touch Func. in Shooting Touch Operation 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 157 If the focus mode is switched to [Manual Focus] while [Touch Func. in Shooting] is set to [Touch Shutter], the setting value for [Touch Func. in Shooting] will change to [Touch Focus]. Related Topic Touch Func. in Shooting Touch Operation 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 158 Use the silent mode function on your own responsibility, while taking sufficient consideration to the privacy and portrait rights of the subject. Even if [ Silent Mode] is set to [On], the operating sound of the aperture and focus will sound. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 159: Release W/O Card
Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved. The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 160: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
When using the Smart Zoom, Clear Image Zoom or Digital Zoom function, the following functions are not available: Subject Recognition AF Face Priority in Multi Metering Tracking function Related Topic Zoom Zoom Range (still image/movie) About zoom scale 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 161: Using The Zoom Lever
(Zoom) icon (A), and then select the magnification scale (B). Alternatively, touch and hold the W or T icon (C). (A): (Zoom) icon (B): Magnification scale (C): W/T icon Related Topic Zoom Range (still image/movie) Zoom Speed Step Zoom Magnif. (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 162 However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Smart zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate. Related Topic The zoom features available with this product About zoom scale 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 163: Zoom Speed
Sets the zoom speed to normal. Fast: Sets the zoom speed to fast. Note The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera. Related Topic Zoom 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 164 File Format] is set to 4K Clear Image Zoom: [x1.5] at maximum Digital Zoom: [x4.0] at maximum Related Topic Zoom Zoom Range (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: About Zoom Scale
L: 20M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× M: 10M Approx. 1.4× Approx. 2.8× Approx. 5.6× S: 5.0M Approx. 2× Approx. 4× Approx. 8× Related Topic The zoom features available with this product Zoom Range (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 166: Steadyshot (Movie)
SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. In the following situations, [ SteadyShot] is fixed to [Off]: Normal movie recording: [Rec Frame Rate] is set to [120p]/[100p] Slow-motion recording/quick-motion recording: [ Frame Rate] is set to [120fps]/[100fps] 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 167: High Iso Nr
(Shooting) → [Image Quality/Rec] → [High ISO NR] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal: Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Off: Does not activate high ISO noise reduction. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 168 When you use a function that performs image processing, the image before processing may be displayed temporarily, followed by the image after processing. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 169 Custom Key Setting] or [ Custom Key Setting], you can show or hide the grid lines by pressing the assigned key. Related Topic Grid Line Type (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 170 Custom Key Setting], you can switch the type of grid line each time you press the assigned key. Related Topic Grid Line Display (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 171: Live View Display
Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF]. When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], the brightness of the shot image will not be the same as that of the displayed Live View. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 172: Bright Monitoring
When [Focus Magnifier] is selected. During [Bright Monitoring], the shutter speed may be slower than normal while shooting in dark locations. Also, because the measured brightness range is expanded, the exposure may change. Related Topic Live View Display 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 173 Does not display a frame to indicate that recording is in progress. Hint The frame displayed by this function can also be output to an external monitor connected via HDMI. Set [HDMI Info. Display] to [On]. Related Topic HDMI Info. Display 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 174: Marker Display
The markers are displayed when the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion], or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor. (You cannot output the markers.) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 Custom Key Setting], you can turn the gamma display assist function on or off by pressing the assigned key. Note [Gamma Display Assist] is not applied to movies when displayed on a TV or monitor connected to the camera. Related Topic Picture Profile (still image/movie) Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 176 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Selects the conversion type for [Gamma Display Assist]. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Option] → [Gamma Disp. Assist Typ.] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Displays images with effects as follows according to the gamma or color mode set in [ Picture Profile].
Page 178: Audio Recording
This function cannot be used during slow-motion/quick-motion shooting. MENU → (Shooting) → [Audio Recording] → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound. Off: Does not record sound. Related Topic Audio Rec Level 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 179: Audio Rec Level
Regardless of the [Audio Rec Level] settings, the limiter always operates. [Audio Rec Level] is available only when the shooting mode is set to movie mode. The [Audio Rec Level] settings are applied for both the internal microphone and the (microphone) terminal input. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 180: Wind Noise Reduct
Wind noise may also be reduced by attaching the wind screen (supplied). Note The sound quality may vary from the normal recording settings when [Wind Noise Reduct.] is set to [On]. When an external microphone (sold separately) is used, [Wind Noise Reduct.] does not function. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 181: Audio Level Display
The audio level is not displayed in the following situations: When [Audio Recording] is set to [Off]. When DISP (Display Setting) is set to [No Disp. Info.]. The audio level is also displayed while shooting stand-by in movie recording mode. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 182 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Livestreaming video and audio (USB Streaming) You can connect a computer, etc. to the camera and use the camera video and audio for livestreaming or web- conferencing services. Select MENU → (Setup) → [USB] → [USB Connection Mode] → [Sel. When Connect] or [USB Streaming] beforehand.
Page 183 Capturing a custom white balance Picture Profile Power Save Start Time Auto Monitor OFF Related Topic USB Connection Mode 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 184: Contents Of This Chapter
Registering frequently used functions to My Menu Add Item Sort Item Delete Item Delete Page Delete All Display From My Menu Recording movies by pressing the shutter button REC w/ Shutter (movie) Monitor settings Monitor Flip Direction DISP (Screen Disp) Set 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 185 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) You can use the custom key function to assign the functions you use most frequently to easily operable buttons. This lets you skip the process of selecting items from MENU, so you can recall the functions more quickly.
Page 186 If you press the center button while shooting and eyes are detected, [Subject Recognition AF] will activate and the camera will focus on the eyes. Shoot images while holding down the center button. Related Topic Fn Menu Settings Using the function menu 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 187 (Drive Mode) in the Function menu. Hint When [Touch Operation] is set to [On], you can also open [Fn Menu Settings] by holding down the icon in the function menu. Related Topic Using the function menu 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 188 You can add up to 42 items to (My Menu). Note You cannot add the following items to (My Menu). Any item under MENU → (Playback) Related Topic Sort Item Delete Item Using the menu 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 189 (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Sort Item]. Select an item that you want to move using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Select a destination using the top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. Related Topic Add Item 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 190: Delete Item
(My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete Page]. You can delete all the items added to (My Menu) by selecting MENU → (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete All]. Related Topic Delete Page Delete All Add Item 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 191: Delete Page
Select a page that you want to delete using the top/bottom sides of the control wheel, and then press the center of the control wheel to delete the items. Related Topic Delete All Add Item 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 192: Delete All
ZV-1F Delete All You can delete all the menu items added to (My Menu) in MENU. MENU → (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Delete All]. Select [OK]. Related Topic Delete Page Add Item 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 193 (My Menu) → [My Menu Setting] → [Display From My Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details My Menu appears first when you press the MENU button. Off: The most recently displayed menu appears when you press the MENU button. Related Topic Add Item Using the menu 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 194 Menu item details Enables movie recording using the shutter button when the shooting mode is set to [Movie] or [S&Q Motion]. Off: Disables movie recording using the shutter button. Related Topic Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 195: Horizontal Flip
[Horizontal Flip] → [180 Degree Flip] → [No Flip] → [Horizontal Flip]. When [Monitor Flip Direction] is set to [Auto], the display method is temporarily switched while the setting value remains [Auto]. Note Even if [Monitor Flip Direction] is set to [Horizontal Flip], the direction of the monitor display during playback will not be inverted. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 196 If you tilt the product forward or backward by a large degree, the level error will be great. The product may have a margin of error of almost ±1° even when the inclination is corrected by the level. Related Topic Using the DISP (Display Setting) button 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 197: Viewing Images
Rotating an image (Rotate) Extracting still images from a movie Photo Capture Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images (Delete) Delete pressing twice Delete confirm. Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV using an HDMI cable 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 198: Playing Back Still Images
If you play back the images right after continuous shooting, the monitor may display an icon indicating that data is being written/the number of images left to write. During writing, some functions are not available. Related Topic Recover Image DB (still image/movie) Display as Group Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 199: Enlarging An Image Being Played Back (Enlarge Image)
You can also enlarge the image by touching the monitor. Drag the monitor to move the enlarged position. Set [Touch Operation] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Touch Operation Touch operations on the monitor 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 200 Previous Mag.: Displays an image with the previous magnification. The previous magnification is stored even after the enlarged display screen is closed. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Position 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 201 Focused Position: Enlarges the image from the point of focus during shooting. Center: Enlarges the image from the center of the screen. Related Topic Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) Enlarge Initial Mag. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 202: Rotating Recorded Images Automatically (Display Rotation)
Images shot vertically are displayed vertically. If you have set the image orientation using the [Rotate] function, the image will be displayed accordingly. Off: Images are always displayed horizontally. Note Movies shot vertically are played back horizontally during movie playback. Related Topic Rotating an image (Rotate) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 203: Playing Back Movies
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Playing back movies Plays back the recorded movies. Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode. Select the movie to be played back using the control wheel and press the center of the control wheel to start playback.
Page 205: Volume Settings
Adjusting the volume during playback Press the bottom side of the control wheel while playing back movies to display the operation panel, then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 206: Playing Back Images Using Slideshow (Slide Show)
Hint During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 207 (Playback) → [Viewing] → [Play Speed for Interval]. You can continuously play back images shot with continuous shooting as well. Related Topic Interval Shoot Func. Play Speed for Interval Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 208 (Playback) → [Viewing] → [Play Speed for Interval] → desired setting. Hint You can also change the playback speed by turning the control wheel during [Cont. Play for Interval]. Related Topic Cont. Play for Interval 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 209: Playing Back Images On The Image Index Screen (Image Index)
While the bar is being selected, you can display the calendar screen or folder selection screen by pressing the center. In addition, you can switch View Mode by selecting an icon. Related Topic Switching between still images and movies (View Mode) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 210: Switching Between Still Images And Movies (View Mode)
MENU → (Playback) → [Playback Target] → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Movie View: Displays only movies by date. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 211 On the image index screen, (Display as Group) icon is displayed over the group. Note If you delete the group, all the images in the group will be deleted. Related Topic Cont. Shooting Interval Shoot Func. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 212 When [Disp Specified Time Img.] is performed while playing back images in a group, the image shot on the closest date and time in the group is played back. For movies, the date and time when the recording was started are treated as the shooting date and time. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 213 If you select a group in [Multiple Img.], all the images in the group will be protected. To select and protect particular images within the group, execute [Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. Note The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 214 Custom Key Setting] beforehand, and then press the custom key while playing back an image to which you want to assign a rating. The level of (Rating) changes each time you press the custom key. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) Rating Set(Custom Key) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 215 (check) mark to the number of (rating) that you want to activate. You can select the checked number when setting [Rating] using the custom key. Related Topic Rating Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) (still image/movie) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 216: Rotating An Image (Rotate)
Even if you rotate a movie file, it will be played back horizontally on the monitor of the camera. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 217: Photo Capture
Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. Related Topic Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) Playing back movies 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 218: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)
Note The protected images cannot be deleted. The menu items that can be selected vary according to the [View Mode] setting and the selected content. Related Topic Display as Group Using the Delete button Format 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 219 Enables you to delete the image currently being played back by pressing the (Delete) button twice. Off: Does not enable you to delete the image currently being played back by pressing the (Delete) button twice. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 220: Delete Confirm
You can set whether [Delete] or [Cancel] is selected as a default on the delete confirmation screen. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → [Delete confirm.] → desired setting. Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 221: Viewing Images On A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable
Do not connect this product and another device using the output terminals of both. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product. For example, they may not output video or audio. Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable.
Page 222 Proxy Settings] is set to [On], images cannot be output to an HDMI device during 4K movie recording. If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control, select MENU → (Setup) → [External Output] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off]. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 223 It may take a few minutes to complete formatting, depending on the memory card. If the battery pack is extremely depleted, formatting cannot be performed. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Notes on memory card 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 224 Recover Image DB]. MENU → (Shooting) → [Media] → [ Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note If the battery pack is extremely depleted, image database files cannot be repaired. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 225 Digital Camera ZV-1F Display Media Info. (still image/movie) Displays the recordable number of still images and the remaining recording time for movies on the memory card. MENU → (Shooting) → [Media] → [ Display Media Info.]. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 226 Only capital letters, numbers, and underscores can be used for [Set File Name]. Underscores cannot be used for the first character. The three characters specified using [Set File Name] are only applied to files recorded after the setting is made. Related Topic Create New Folder File Settings 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 227: Select Rec Folder
MENU → (Shooting) → [File] → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] under [File/Folder Settings] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic File/Folder Settings Create New Folder 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 228: Create New Folder
When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. You cannot change the folder name when [Folder Name] under [File/Folder Settings] is set to [Date Form]. Related Topic File/Folder Settings 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 229: File Settings
[Title] [Date + Title] [Title + Date] If there are unused numbers due to file deletion, etc., these numbers will be reused when the movie file number reaches “9999.” Related Topic File/Folder Settings 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 230 MENU → (Shooting) → [File] → [ Write Serial Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Writes the camera's serial number to the image. Off: Does not write the camera's serial number to the image. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 231 You can operate the camera using a Bluetooth compatible remote commander (sold separately) or shooting grip (sold separately). For details on compatible remote commanders or shooting grips, visit the Sony website in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 232 If the function does not work properly even after you have performed the above operations, delete the pairing information for the device that you want to connect using [Manage Paired Device] on the camera. Related Topic Bluetooth Settings 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 233 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Display Wi-Fi Info. Displays Wi-Fi information for the camera such as the MAC address, IP address, etc. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi] → [Display Wi-Fi Info.]. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 234: Ssid/Pw Reset
If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 235: Bluetooth Settings
After you delete the pairing information for the camera from your smartphone, delete pairing information for the smartphone from the camera using [Manage Paired Device]. Related Topic Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Regist.) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 236: Airplane Mode
When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi. MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On], an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 237: Edit Device Name
MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK]. Related Topic Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) Using the keyboard 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 238: Reset Network Set
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 239: Monitor Brightness
File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] and [Rec Frame Rate] under [ Movie Settings] is set to [120p]/[100p]. The monitor brightness is locked at [-2] when shooting a movie using the Wi-Fi functions. The monitor brightness is locked at [-2] when an overheating warning is displayed. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 240 You can resume shooting by performing an operation, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. Note If you will not be using the camera for a long period of time, turn the camera off. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 241: Power Save Start Time
The power save function is deactivated in the following situations: While power is being supplied via USB While playing back slideshows While recording movies While connected to a computer or TV When [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On] During USB Streaming 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 242 The power does not turn off when the monitor is closed facing inward. Hint When you want to keep shooting images with the monitor closed facing inward, such as during interval shooting or movie recording, set [Power OFF w/ monitor] to [Not Power OFF]. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 243 4K: XAVC S 4K (24p 60M/25p 60M; when the camera is not connected via Wi-Fi; when the monitor is open) Note Even if [Auto Power OFF Temp.] is set to [High], depending on the conditions or the temperature of the camera, the recordable time for movies may not change. Related Topic Recordable movie times 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 244: Usb Connection Mode
Uses Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote) to control the product from a computer, including such functions as shooting and storing images on the computer. Related Topic Livestreaming video and audio (USB Streaming) Importing images to the computer Operating the camera from a computer (PC Remote Function) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 245: Usb Lun Setting
Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. MENU → (Setup) → [USB] → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi: Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 246: Usb Power Supply
Insert the battery pack into the product to supply power via USB cable. The setting for [USB Power Supply] is effective only when this product is connected to a USB device that is compatible with the 500 mA power supply standard. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 247: Hdmi Resolution
Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080p). 1080i: Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Note If images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select [1080i], [1080p], or [2160p/1080p] based on the connected 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 248: Output Resolution
Proxy Recording] to [Off]. (At this time, if [Rec Frame Rate] is set to anything other than [24p], the image will not be displayed on the camera monitor.) When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and an HDMI connection is used, the following functions are partially restricted. Subject Recog in AF Face Priority in Multi Metering 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 249: Hdmi Info. Display
Only the recorded image is displayed on the TV, while the recorded image and shooting information are displayed on the camera’s monitor. Note When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] during an HDMI connection, [Off] is applied. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 250: Ctrl For Hdmi
If you connect this product to a TV using an HDMI cable, available menu items are limited. If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV remote control, set [CTRL FOR HDMI] to [Off]. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 251 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [ Language] → desired language. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 252 To charge the internal rechargeable backup battery, insert a charged battery pack, and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. If the clock resets every time the battery is charged, the internal rechargeable backup battery may be worn out. Consult your service facility. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 253: Ntsc/Pal Selector
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 254 Only the shutter produces sounds. Sounds are not produced when focusing by pressing the shutter button halfway down, etc. Off: Sounds are not produced. Hint When [ Silent Mode] is set to [On], [Audio Signal(Shooting)] becomes locked to [Off]. Related Topic Audio Signal(Start/End) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 255 An electronic sound is produced when the camera starts up and shuts down. Off: An electronic sound is not produced when the camera starts up and shuts down. Note When [ Silent Mode] is set to [On], [Audio Signal(Start/End)] is locked to [Off]. Related Topic Audio Signal(Shooting) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 256 The recording lamp lights up during recording. The recording lamp does not light up during recording. Hint Set [REC Lamp] to [Off] if the light of the recording lamp reflected by an object, such as glass, is captured by the camera. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 You can also save the downloaded firmware data to a memory card and use the memory card to update the firmware of the camera. Note Updating can be performed only when the battery level is (3 remaining battery bars) or more. Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 258 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Privacy Notice Displays the privacy notification screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Setup Option] → [Privacy Notice]. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 259 (Setup) → [Accessibility] → [Screen Reader] → Select an item to set, and then select the desired setting. Menu item details Screen Reader: Sets whether to use the function to read aloud. ([On]/[Off]) Speed: Sets the speed when reading aloud. Volume: Sets the volume when reading aloud. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 260: Setting Reset
Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. Settings of [ Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 261 You can also install Imaging Edge Mobile Plus by scanning the QR Code displayed on the screen of the camera using your smartphone. Note Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 262 : Follow the instructions on the screen and select [Start] on the [Connect camera] screen. : Follow the instructions on the screen and select [Next]. : Select the [Pairing] button next to the product name of the camera (ZV-1F), and then perform pairing by following the instructions on the screen.
Page 263 Functions available with a smartphone (Imaging Edge Mobile Plus) Using a smartphone as a remote commander Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Reading location information from a smartphone 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 264 Connect the camera and smartphone by referring to "Related Topic" at the bottom of this page. For details on functions that can be operated from a smartphone, refer to the following support page https://www.sony.net/ca/help/opr/ Related Topic Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Regist.) Remote Shoot Setting (smartphone) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 265 [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. While a still image is being played back on the camera, you cannot perform remote shooting using a smartphone. Related Topic Using a smartphone as a remote commander 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 266 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) You can transfer images to a smartphone by selecting images on the camera. Refer to “Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Regist.) ” to pair the camera and smartphone in advance.
Page 267 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic Functions available with a smartphone (Imaging Edge Mobile Plus) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Regist.) Airplane Mode 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 268 Reset Transfer Status]. If you press [OK] on the confirmation screen, all images that have been transferred to your smartphone will become untransferred images. Related Topic Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 269 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Cnct. while Power OFF (smartphone) Sets whether or not to accept Bluetooth connections from a smartphone while the camera is turned off. When [ Cnct. while Power OFF] is set to [On], you can browse images on the camera's memory card and transfer images from the camera to a smartphone by operating the smartphone.
Page 271 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Reading location information from a smartphone You can use the application Imaging Edge Mobile Plus to obtain location information from a smartphone that is connected with your camera using Bluetooth communication. You can record the obtained location information when shooting images.
Page 272 For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. Related Topic Functions available with a smartphone (Imaging Edge Mobile Plus) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Regist.) Bluetooth Settings 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 273: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 274: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. Related Topic Identifying parts USB Connection Mode USB LUN Setting 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 275: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer
On some computers, the disconnection icon may not appear. In this case, you can skip the steps above. Do not remove the USB cable from the camera while the access lamp is lit. The data may be damaged. 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 276 For the conditions of use of the image stabilization function, refer to the support page. Installing Catalyst Browse/Catalyst Prepare on your computer Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: https://www.sony.net/disoft/ 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 277: Importing Images To The Computer
Do not edit or otherwise process movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
Page 278 When [Camera Only] or [PC+Camera] is selected and no memory card is inserted into the camera, the shutter will not be released even if [Release w/o Card] is set to [Enable]. Related Topic Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 279 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Livestreaming video and audio (USB Streaming) You can connect a computer, etc. to the camera and use the camera video and audio for livestreaming or web- conferencing services. Select MENU → (Setup) → [USB] → [USB Connection Mode] → [Sel. When Connect] or [USB Streaming] beforehand.
Page 280 Capturing a custom white balance Picture Profile Power Save Start Time Auto Monitor OFF Related Topic USB Connection Mode 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 281: Battery Life And Number Of Recordable Images
Using the battery pack at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using a Sony SDXC memory card (U3) (sold separately) The numbers of recordable still images are based on the CIPA standard and shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera &...
Page 282: Number Of Recordable Images
The numbers shown reflect the following conditions: Using a Sony memory card [Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2], and [JPEG Image Size] is set to [L: 20M]. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the type of memory card used.
Page 283: Recordable Movie Times
The recording times when [ Proxy Recording] is set to [Off]. The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. The duration of time available for movie recording varies depending on the file format/recording settings for movies, memory card, ambient temperature, Wi-Fi network environment, condition of the camera before you start recording, and condition of the charging of the battery.
Page 284 If you observe the following points, you will be able to record movies for longer periods of time. Keep the camera out of direct sunlight. Turn the camera off when it is not being used. Related Topic Memory cards that can be used Battery life and number of recordable images 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 285: List Of Icons On The Monitor
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F List of icons on the monitor The displayed contents and their positions in the illustrations are just guidelines, and may differ from the actual displays. Descriptions are given below the indications of the icons. Icons on the shooting screen...
Page 286 Smart zoom only/Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom PC remote Bright Monitoring Silent mode Remote control Connected to Wi-Fi/Disconnected from Wi-Fi No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduct. on Gamma Disp. Assist Typ. Focus Cancel Tracking Cancel Spot Focus Performing [Spot Focus] Bluetooth connection available/Bluetooth connection unavailable Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained Airplane Mode...
Page 287 Drive mode/Movie self-timer Exposure compensation Movie recording start/stop Shutter Zoom Playback mode switching Add Shot Mark 1 Focus indicator/exposure settings Focus indicator 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Background Defocus Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO 400 ISO sensitivity AE lock Guides/other Select Focus Point On/Off...
Page 288: Icons On The Playback Screen
Audio Level Display 4K external output Icons on the playback screen Single-image playback Histogram display Basic information Rating Protect File number/Number of images in the view mode Remaining battery Display as Group Proxy movie included Shot mark included Smartphone transfer status (when using [ Select on Cam &...
Page 289 Refer to “Icons on the shooting screen” for other icons displayed in this area. Image information Latitude/longitude information 2022-1-1 10:37:00PM Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number C0003 Movie file number Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 290: Specifications
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Digital Camera [Image sensor] Image format 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm (1.0 type), CMOS image sensor Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 20 100 000 pixels Total pixel number of camera Approx.
Page 291 [Input/output terminals] USB Type-C terminal Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) HDMI HDMI type D micro jack (Microphone) terminal Ø 3.5 mm Stereo mini jack [Power, general] Rated input 3.6 V , 1.5 W Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature –20 °C to 55 °C (–4 °F to 131 °F) Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.)
Page 293 Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo and Wi-Fi Protected Setup are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license. QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
Page 294: Notes On The License
You may obtain the source code as required by the GPLv2 on a physical medium from us for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product by applying through the form at https://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information.
Page 295: Troubleshooting
Initialize the settings. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. https://www.sony.net/ Related Topic Self-diagnosis display Setting Reset 5-041-856-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
Page 296: Self-Diagnosis Display
A product malfunction has occurred. Initialize this product, then turn the power on again. E:94:□□ There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E.
Page 297: Warning Messages
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1F Warning messages Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Unable to use memory card. Format? The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified. Select [Enter] and then format the memory card.
Page 298 Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult local authorized Sony service facility. Image Database File error. Recover? You cannot record and play back a movie because the Image Database File is damaged. Recover the Image Database File following the on-screen instructions.

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