Page 1 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 Notes on using your camera Precautions Lending, transferring or discarding the camera and/or memory card to others (Notes on protecting private information) Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery Notes on memory card On cleaning Checking the camera and the supplied items Names of parts Identifying parts Basic icons displayed on the monitor...
Page 3: Using The Shooting Functions
Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Memory cards that can be used Inserting/removing a memory card 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...
Page 4 Manual Focus (Set Focus) Direct manual focus (DMF) Subject Recognition Focusing on human eyes Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image/movie) Face Memory Regist. Faces Priority (still image/movie) Using focusing functions Focus Standard Focus Area Limit (still image/movie)
Page 5 Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) Histogram display D-Range Optimizer (still image/movie) Metering Mode (still image/movie) Face Priority in Multi Metering (still image/movie) ND Filter (still image/movie) AE lock Auto Slow Shutter Zebra Display Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO (still image/movie) ISO AUTO Min. SS White balance White Balance (still image/movie) Capturing a standard white color to set the white balance (custom white balance)
Page 6 WB bracket DRO Bracket Bracket Settings Self-timer (movie) Interval Shoot Func. Setting the image quality and recording format File Format (still image) JPEG Quality JPEG Image Size Aspect Ratio Color Space File Format (movie) Movie Settings (movie) S&Q Settings Proxy Settings Using touch functions Touch Operation Shooting Screen...
Page 7 Zoom Zoom Range (still image/movie) Zoom Speed Step Zoom Magnif. (still image/movie) About zoom scale Using the flash Using flash (sold separately) Flash Mode Flash Comp. Exp.comp.set 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 8: Customizing The Camera
TC/UB settings TC/UB TC/UB Disp. Setting Livestreaming video and audio (USB Streaming) Customizing the camera Contents of this chapter Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) Registering and recalling camera settings Camera Set. Memory Recalling registered shooting settings (Cam.Set) Registering frequently used functions to the function menu Fn Menu Settings Registering frequently used functions to My Menu...
Page 9: Changing The Camera Settings
Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Rotating recorded images automatically (Display Rotation) Playing back movies Volume Settings Playing back images using slideshow (Slide Show) Cont. Play for Interval Play Speed for Interval 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.
Page 10 Recover Image DB (still image/movie) Display Media Info. (still image/movie) File settings File/Folder Settings Select REC Folder Create New Folder File Settings Write Serial Number (still image/movie) Network settings Display Wi-Fi Info. SSID/PW Reset Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl Airplane Mode Edit Device Name Reset Network Set.
Page 11 HDMI Output Settings (movie) HDMI Info. Display CTRL FOR HDMI General settings Language Area/Date/Time Setting NTSC/PAL Selector Audio signals REC Lamp Version Privacy Notice Screen Reader (For some models only) Setting Reset Functions available with a smartphone Functions available with a smartphone (Creators' App) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Using a smartphone as a remote commander Using a smartphone as a remote commander...
Page 12 List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the playback screen Specifications Trademarks License If you have problems Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display Warning messages 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 13 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 14 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 15 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 16: 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 17 Notes on using a tripod Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. Notes on handling memory cards The temperature of memory cards may rise after saving. This is not a malfunction. Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases.
Page 18: Notes On Handling The Product
The movable monitor part The movable flash part The movable viewfinder part Do not carry the camera with the tripod attached. This may cause the tripod socket hole to break. Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera.
Page 19: On Image Data Compatibility
Take care that your finger is not in the way when pushing the viewfinder or flash down. (Only for models with a movable viewfinder or a movable flash) If water, dust or sand adheres to the viewfinder or flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. (Only for models with a movable viewfinder or a movable flash) Notes on the viewfinder (Only for models with a viewfinder) When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue, travel sickness, or...
Page 20: Notes On Security
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 21 For example, unauthorized access to the camera may occur in network environments to which another network device is connected or can connect without permission. Sony bears no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by connecting to such network environments.
Page 22 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 23: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 24: Notes On Memory Card
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 25 High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is supported. Related Topic Format 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 26: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 27: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. Camera (1) NP-BX1 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1) Wind screen (1) (Attached to the wind screen adaptor) Wind screen adaptor (1) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 28: Identifying Parts
Some accessories may not go in all the way and protrude backward from the Multi interface shoe. However, when the accessory reaches the front end of the shoe, the connection is completed. For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
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 Multi Interface 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 Multi Interface Shoe. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 31 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Basic icons displayed on the monitor This section describes the screen display when the shooting mode is (Program Auto). The following is an example of the display when [DISP (Screen Disp) Set] is set to [Display All Info.] and the touch function icons are hidden.
Page 32 Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On: Mid]. Picture Profile] is set to [Off]. Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the playback screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 33: Touch Panel
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Touch panel 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 Shooting Screen Playback Screen Menu Screen Touch function icons Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) Adjusting the exposure with touch operations (Touch AE) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 35 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Touch function icons Some functions have icons for touch operations (touch function icons). You can execute or change the settings of the functions by touching the icons. Settings for using the touch function icons [Touch Operation]: [On] [Shooting Screen]: Set [Shooting Screen] to [On].
Page 36 Product Showcase Set Soft Skin Effect (still image/movie) Step Zoom Magnif. (still image/movie) Playing back movies Drive Mode Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) White Balance (still image/movie) Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) Playing back still images 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 38 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 MENU button Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) Shooting still images (Intelligent Auto) S&Q Settings 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 39: Menu Button
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 MENU button 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 40 (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 41 : 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/Movie/S&Q button Main menu (shooting setting list) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 42 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Main menu (shooting setting list) Select the (Main) tab on the menu screen to display a list of shooting settings. You can confirm the settings before shooting or for each scene, and also change the settings directly from this screen.
Page 43 Format File Settings Shoot Mode Microphone Directivity SteadyShot ND Filter Focus Mode Focus Area Subject Recog in AF Recognition Target Remaining battery level Main menu for shooting still images Main 1 Shutter Speed Aperture Exposure Comp. Format File Format...
Page 44 You can open the setting screens by touching the icons on the main menu when [Touch Operation] is set to [On] and [Menu Screen] is set to [On]. Related Topic MENU button Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) Touch Operation Menu Screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 45: Fn (Function) Button
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Fn (function) button 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 46 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 DISP (Display Setting) button Touch Operation Shooting Screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 47 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: During Shooting
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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. During shooting Display All Info.
Page 49 The settings for playback are also applied in [ Auto Review]. Note The displayed contents and their position shown in the illustration are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display. Related Topic DISP (Screen Disp) Set 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 50: 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 C (custom) buttons In-Camera Guide 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 51: Keyboard Screen
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Keyboard screen 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 52 To cancel input, select [Cancel]. Related Topic Edit Device Name 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 53: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: Inserting/Removing The Battery Pack
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 55 Related Topic Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery Notes on the battery pack and charging the battery 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 56 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Charging the battery with a commercially available AC adaptor or mobile battery You can use a commercially available USB cable to charge from an external power source, such as a USB AC adaptor or mobile battery.
Page 57 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 58: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 59: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 60: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 61 Notes on memory card Number of recordable images Recordable movie times S&Q Settings 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 62: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 63: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 64 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Performing initial setup for the camera By establishing a Bluetooth connection (pairing) between the camera and a smartphone and using the smartphone application Creators' App, you can perform initial camera settings such as date and time settings from the smartphone.
Page 65 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 Connection) Area/Date/Time Setting Auto Power OFF Temp. Edit Device Name Privacy Notice 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 66 Cinematic Vlog Set. Microphone Directivity 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 67 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 68: Focus Mode
Swipe the monitor left or right to display the touch function icons on the shooting screen, and touch (image adjustment). You can set (Brightness), (Color), and [ Creative Look] to your preferences. Touch each icon at the bottom of the screen to set each item. For details, refer to “...
Page 69 Movie Settings (movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) REC w/ Shutter (movie) Audio Recording Auto Power OFF Temp. Recordable movie times 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 70 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 71 Press the shutter button fully down. To shoot with the touch function icons You can also shoot by touching an icon on the screen instead of pressing the shutter button. Swipe the monitor left or right to display the touch function icons, and then touch the (shutter) icon.
Page 73 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 74 Groups Menu items File/Folder Settings Select REC Folder File Create New Folder Write Serial Number File Settings Shoot Mode Shoot Mode Shooting Mode Shoot Mode Camera Set. Memory Drive Mode Drive Mode Bracket Settings Interval Shoot Func. Silent Mode Shutter/Silent Release w/o Card Audio Recording Audio Rec Level...
Page 75 Groups Menu items Grid Line Display Grid Line Type Shooting Display Live View Display Emphasized REC Display Marker Display Center Marker Marker Display Aspect Marker Safety Zone Guideframe Product SC Set Shooting Option Cinematic Vlog Set. Self-timer (Exposure/Color) tab Groups Menu items Auto Slow Shutter Exposure...
Page 76 Groups Menu items Zebra Display Zebra Display Zebra Level (Focus) tab Groups Menu items Focus Mode Pre-AF AF/MF AF Transition Speed AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity Set Focus Focus Area Focus Area Limit Focus Area Color Focus Area AF Area Auto Clear AF-C Area Display Phase Detect.
Page 77 (Playback) tab Groups 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 Slide Show...
Page 78 Groups Menu items Bluetooth Function Pairing Bluetooth Manage Paired Device Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl 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...
Page 79 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 80: Contents Of This Chapter
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 (still image)/Shoot Mode (movie)/Shoot Mode (S&Q)
Page 81 Auto Magnifier in MF (still image/movie) Focus Magnifier Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Peaking Display Adjusting the exposure/metering modes Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) Histogram display D-Range Optimizer (still image/movie) Metering Mode (still image/movie) Face Priority in Multi Metering (still image/movie) ND Filter (still image/movie) AE lock...
Page 82 Movie Settings (movie) S&Q Settings Proxy Settings Using touch functions Touch Operation Shooting Screen Playback Screen Menu Screen Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) Adjusting the exposure with touch operations (Touch AE) Shutter settings Silent Mode (still image/movie) Release w/o Card...
Page 83 TC/UB settings TC/UB TC/UB Disp. Setting Livestreaming video and audio (USB Streaming) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 84 Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Related Topic Shoot Mode: Intelligent Auto Shoot Mode: Program Auto Shoot Mode: Aperture Priority Shoot Mode: Shutter Priority Shoot Mode: Manual Exposure Recalling registered shooting settings (Cam.Set) Shoot Mode: Scene Selection 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 85 When the [Background Defocus] button is pressed When [ Subject Recog in AF] is set to [Off] When [ Recognition Target] is [Animal] Related Topic Touch function icons Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Creative Look (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 86 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Shoot Mode: Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Press the Still/Movie/S&Q button to select the still image shooting mode. MENU → (Shooting) → [Shooting Mode] → [ Shoot Mode] → [Scene Selection].
Page 87 For details, refer to “ Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) .” Related Topic Touch function icons Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) Creative Look (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 88 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Adjusting images in the auto mode (My Image Style) You can adjust the brightness and the color tone of the image, and select the finish of the image in the [Intelligent Auto] or [Scene Selection] mode using the touch function icons on the screen.
Page 89 (Brightness) setting will be temporarily disabled, and the exposure will be set according to the brightness of the touched area. Related Topic Touch Operation Shooting Screen Touch function icons Shoot Mode: Intelligent Auto Shoot Mode: Scene Selection Creative Look (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 90 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 91 The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. Depending on the position of the optical zoom, the aperture value setting range is as follows. W: F1.8 - F9.0 T: F4.0 - F11 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 92 When you shoot indoor sports scenes, set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value. Note The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in [Shutter Priority] mode. The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 93 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Shoot Mode: Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. Press the Still/Movie/S&Q button to select the desired shooting mode. MENU → (Shooting) → [Shooting Mode] → [...
Page 95: Menu Item Details
Subject Recog in AF] under [Subject Recognition] is locked to [Off], and [ Focus Area] is set to [Zone]. Off: Shoots in the ordinary shooting mode. Note Settings for [Product Showcase Set] cannot be changed during movie recording. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 96: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Cinematic Vlog Set. You can easily shoot cinematic images. When [Cinematic Vlog Set.] is set to [On], black bars are added at the top and bottom of the image, and the frame rate is locked to 24 fps.
Page 98 If you press the MOVIE (movie) button in the still image shooting mode to record a movie, the [Cinematic Vlog Set.] setting will not be reflected in the movie. When [Cinematic Vlog Set.] is set to [On], [ Proxy Settings] is disabled. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 99 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 100: Focus Indicator
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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: The product locks the focus once focusing is complete. Use this when the subject is motionless.
Page 101 Only [Continuous AF] and [Manual Focus] are available in the movie shooting mode. Related Topic Direct manual focus (DMF) Manual Focus (Set Focus) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 102 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 103 Examples of the focusing frame display The focusing frame differs as follows. When focusing on a larger area 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”...
Page 104: Phase Detection Af
Movie Settings] is set to [120p]/[100p], Phase Detection AF cannot be used. Only Contrast AF is available. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Touch Operation Shooting Screen Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 105: Tracking Subject (Tracking Function)
This function is available when [ Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF], [Automatic AF] or [Continuous AF]. Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 106 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Manual Focus (Set Focus) When it is difficult to focus properly in the autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. MENU → (Focus) → [AF/MF] → [Focus Mode] → [Manual Focus]. MENU → (Focus) → [AF/MF] → [ Set Focus].
Page 108: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)
To return to the shooting screen, press the center of the control wheel. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. Related Topic Manual Focus (Set Focus) Peaking Display 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 109: Advance Preparation
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 110 Related Topic Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image/movie) Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 If the camera does not recognize any faces or eyes inside or around the designated focus area, it will focus on another subject. Related Topic Focusing on human eyes Recognition Target (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 112 Face Priority in Multi Metering Regist. Faces Priority Even when [ Recognition Target] is set to [Animal], the eyes of some types of animals cannot be recognized. Related Topic Focusing on human eyes Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 113 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. Related Topic Focusing on human eyes Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Sbj Recog Frm Disp. (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 114 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 115 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. Related Topic Focusing on human eyes Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Right/Left Eye Select (still image/movie) Face Memory 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 116 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 117 Regist. Faces Priority] function, set as follows. Subject Recog in AF] under [Subject Recognition]: [On] Recognition Target] under [Subject Recognition]: [Human] Related Topic Subject Recog in AF (still image/movie) Recognition Target (still image/movie) Face Memory 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 118: 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) Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 119 Types of focus areas that do not have a check mark cannot be selected using MENU or the Fn (function) menu. To select one, add a check mark using [ Focus Area Limit]. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 120 The cursor does not move when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Circulate: The cursor jumps to the opposite end when you try to move the focusing frame past the end. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 121 Focus Area Color] → desired color. Menu item details White: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in white. Red: Displays the frame indicating the focusing area in red. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Af Area Auto Clear
(Focus) → [Focus Area] → [AF Area Auto Clear] → desired setting. Menu item details The focus area disappears automatically shortly after focus is achieved. Off: The focus area is displayed all the time. Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 123 When [ Focus Area] is set to one of the following, the focusing frames in the area that is in focus turn green: [Center Fix] [Spot] [Expand Spot] Related Topic Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 124: Phase Detect. Area
Does not display the Phase Detection AF area. Note When the F-value is larger than F8, Phase Detection AF cannot be used. Only Contrast AF is available. When recording movies, the Phase Detection AF area will not be displayed. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 125 Select a faster value to focus on the subject more quickly. Select a slower value to focus on the subject more smoothly. Hint You can use the touch focus function to intentionally transition the AF. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 126 Select a higher value when you want to shoot a quick-moving subject, or when you want to shoot multiple subjects while switching the focus continually. Select a lower value when you want the focus to remain steady, or when you want to keep the focus on a particular target without being affected by other subjects. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 127 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 128 (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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 129 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) Direct manual focus (DMF) Focus Magnif. Time (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 130: Focus Magnifier
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Focus Magnifier You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting. Unlike with [ Auto Magnifier in MF], you can magnify the image without needing to perform manual focusing operations. MENU → (Focus) → [Focus Assistant] → [Focus Magnifier].
Page 131 Initial Focus Mag. (movie) Touch Operation Shooting Screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 132 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 133 (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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 134: 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. x5.3: Displays a 5.3-times enlarged image. Related Topic Focus Magnifier 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 135 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) Direct manual focus (DMF) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 136 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [ Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
Page 137 Related Topic Exp.comp.set Cont. Bracket Single Bracket Zebra Display 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 138: Histogram Display
The histogram display is extremely different between shooting and playback in the following cases: When the flash is used When shooting a low luminance subject such as a night scene Related Topic DISP (Display Setting) button Exposure Comp. (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 139 The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when [Scene Selection] modes other than the above modes are selected. 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 140 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 142 When [ 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 Disables the [ ND Filter] function. Hint When the ND filter is activated, the icon is displayed on the bottom of the screen. Note You cannot select [Auto] in movie shooting mode and slow-motion/quick-motion shooting mode. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 144 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 other than optical zoom. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: 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] 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 146: Zebra Level
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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 147 When you select [ISO AUTO] with the shooting mode set to [P], [A], [S] or [M], the ISO sensitivity will be automatically adjusted within the set range. 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 148: Iso Auto Min. Ss
When using the flash to shoot dark scenes with the [Flash Mode] set to [Fill-flash]. (The minimum shutter speed is limited to the speed automatically determined by the camera.) Related Topic Shoot Mode: Program Auto Shoot Mode: Aperture Priority ISO (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 149 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 White Balance (still image/movie) Corrects the tone effect of the ambient light condition to record a neutral white subject in white. Use this function when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression.
Page 151: Capturing A Standard White Color To Set The White Balance (Custom White Balance)
If you use a flash when capturing a basic white color, the custom white balance will be registered with the lighting from the flash. Be sure to use a flash whenever you shoot with recalled settings that were registered with a flash. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 152 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 153: Shutter Awb Lock
[AWB Lock Hold] function or [AWB Lock Toggle] function when shooting. Alternatively, set [ White Balance] to [Flash]. Related Topic White Balance (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 154 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 155 Then, readjust the setting if needed. Note Creative Look] is fixed to [-] 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 156 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 157 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 158 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 159 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 161 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 162: Drive Mode
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Drive Mode Select the appropriate mode for the subject, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracketing shooting. Select (Drive Mode) on the control wheel → desired setting. You can also set the drive mode by selecting MENU →...
Page 164: Cont. Shooting
When the F-value is greater than F8, the focus is locked to the setting in the first shot. Hint To continuously adjust the focus and exposure during continuous shooting, set as follows: Focus Mode]: [Continuous AF] Related Topic Selecting the focus method (Focus Mode) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 165 To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Shooting) → [Drive Mode] → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Bracket]. Note The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations: [Sports Action] under [Scene Selection] Related Topic Audio signals 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 166: Self-Timer(Cont)
Press the shutter button again or press (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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 167: Cont. Bracket
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. You can select an image that suits your purpose after recording. Press (Drive Mode) of the control wheel → [Cont. Bracket].
Page 169: Single Bracket
When the exposure is compensated, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. Bracket shooting is unavailable in the following shooting modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Scene Selection] When [ Picture Profile] is set to other than [Off] Related Topic Bracket Settings Indicator during bracket shooting 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 170: Indicator During Bracket Shooting
During bracket shooting, guides equal to the number of images to be shot are displayed over/under the bracket indicator. When you start single bracket shooting, the guides will disappear one by one as the camera records images. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 171 Records a series of three images with large changes in the white balance (within the range of 20MK is the unit that indicates the capability of color temperature conversion filters and indicates the same value as "mired." Hint The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 172: Dro Bracket
Records a series of three images with large changes in the D-Range Optimizer value (Lv 1, Lv 3, and Lv 5). Hint The last shot is shown on the auto review. Related Topic Bracket Settings 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 173: Bracket Settings
Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (Off/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→-→+/-→0→+) Related Topic Cont. Bracket Single Bracket WB bracket DRO Bracket 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 174 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 176 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 177: File Format (Still Image)
Note If you do not intend to edit the images on your computer, we recommend that you record in JPEG format. Related Topic JPEG Quality JPEG Image Size Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 178: 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. Related Topic File Format (still image) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 179: Jpeg Image Size
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 180 Setting values Pixel number (horizontal×vertical) L: 13M 3648×3648 pixels M: 6.5M 2544×2544 pixels S: 3.7M 1920×1920 pixels Note The image size for RAW images corresponds to “L.” Related Topic File Format (still image) Aspect Ratio 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 181: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 182: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 183: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 184 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 185 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 186: Playback Speed
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 187 Frame Rate Rec Frame Rate: 24p Rec Frame Rate: 30p Rec Frame Rate: 60p 8fps 3 times quick 3.75 times quick 7.5 times quick 4fps 6 times quick 7.5 times quick 15 times quick 2fps 12 times quick 15 times quick 30 times quick 1fps 24 times quick...
Page 189: Proxy Settings
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 190 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 191: Touch Operation
Sets whether or not to activate touch operations on the monitor. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Touch Operation] → desired setting. Menu item details Activates touch operations. Off: Deactivates touch operations. Related Topic Touch panel Shooting Screen Playback Screen Menu Screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 192: Shooting Screen
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Shooting Screen Configures touch operations on the shooting screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Shooting Screen] → desired setting item. Menu item details Shooting Screen: Sets whether to enable touch operations on the shooting screen. ([On]/[Off]) Footer Icon Touch: Sets whether to enable touch operations for the footer icons at the bottom of the shooting standby screen.
Page 193 Starting tracking with touch operations (Touch Tracking) Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) Fn (function) button 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 194: Playback Screen
(Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Playback Screen] → desired setting. Menu item details Enables touch operations on the playback screen. Off: Disables touch operations on the playback screen. Related Topic Touch panel Enlarging an image being played back (Enlarge Image) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 195: Menu Screen
(Setup) → [Touch Operation] → [Menu Screen] → desired setting. Menu item details Enables touch operations on the menu screen. Off: Disables touch operations on the menu screen. Related Topic MENU button Main menu (shooting setting list) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 196 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Focusing using touch operations (Touch Focus) [Touch Focus] allows you to specify a position where you want to focus using touch operations. Configure the settings as follows from MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] in advance: [Touch Operation]: [On] [Shooting Screen] →...
Page 197 When shooting still images in the manual focusing mode When using the digital zoom in the still image shooting mode Related Topic Touch Operation Shooting Screen Selecting the focus area (Focus Area) Focus Area Limit (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 198 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 Operation Shooting Screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 199 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Shooting with touch operations (Touch Shutter) The camera automatically focuses on the point you touch and shoots a still image. Configure the settings as follows from MENU → (Setup) → [Touch Operation] in advance: [Touch Operation]: [On] [Shooting Screen] →...
Page 201 [Touch AE] is not available in the following situations: When using digital zoom function If the subject is extremely bright or dark, the adjustment bar may not be sufficiently effective. Related Topic Touch Operation Shooting Screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 202 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 aperture, focus, etc. will make operating sounds. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 203: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 204: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 The zoom features available with this product The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature.
Page 206: 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 207 The product magnifies images to the largest scale. However, the image quality will deteriorate. Note Set [Optical 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 208: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 209 [ File Format] is set to 4K: Clear Image Zoom: up to [x1.5] Digital Zoom: up to [x4.0] Related Topic Zoom Zoom Range (still image/movie) Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 210: 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 211: Using Flash (Sold Separately)
If this happens, shoot away from the subject or set the zoom to T and shoot with the flash again. High-speed sync (HSS) photography is not available on this camera. For details on compatible accessories for the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony website, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Page 212 Related Topic Flash Mode 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 213: Flash Mode
Note The default setting depends on the shooting mode. Some [Flash Mode] settings are not available, depending on the shooting mode. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 214: Flash Comp
The higher flash effect (+ side) may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect (- side) may not be visible. Related Topic Using flash (sold separately) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 215: Exp.comp.set
(Exposure/Color) → [Flash] → [Exp.comp.set] → desired setting. Menu item details Ambient&flash: Applies the exposure compensation value to control both flash light and ambient light. Ambient only: Applies the exposure compensation value to control ambient light only. Related Topic Flash Comp. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 216: 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] 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 217: High Iso Nr
Does not activate high ISO noise reduction. Note When [ File Format] is set to [RAW], this function is not available. [High ISO NR] does not work for RAW images when [ File Format] is [RAW & JPEG]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 218 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 219 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 220 Custom Key Setting] or [ 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 221: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 222: Bright Monitoring
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 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) Live View Display 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 223 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 224: 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.) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 225 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 226 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 228: Audio Recording
This function cannot be used during slow-motion/quick-motion recording. MENU → (Shooting) → [Audio Recording] → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound. Off: Does not record sound. Related Topic Audio Rec Level 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 229: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 230: Wind Noise Reduct
Does not reduce wind noise. 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 231 File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and connecting to the camera from a computer, etc. File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K], and you are performing remote shooting via a smartphone. [Rec Frame Rate] under [ Movie Settings] is set to [120p]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 232 (check) mark to the value that you want to enable. The setting values marked with (check) will be available when performing [Mic Directivity Select] with the custom key. Related Topic Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) Microphone Directivity 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 233 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 TC/UB The time code (TC) and the user bit (UB) information can be recorded as data attached to movies. MENU → (Shooting) → [TC/UB] → Select a menu item and set the desired parameter. Menu item details Time Code Preset: Sets the time code.
Page 234 Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code. The time code advances in [Rec Run] mode regardless of the [Time Code Run] setting. Related Topic TC/UB Disp. Setting 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 235 MENU → (Setup) → [Display Option] → [TC/UB Disp. Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Counter: Displays the time counter of movie recording. Displays the time code. U-Bit: Displays the user bit. Related Topic TC/UB 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 236 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 237 Capturing a custom white balance Picture Profile Power Save Start Time Auto Monitor OFF Related Topic USB Connection Mode 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 238: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 239 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Assigning frequently used functions to buttons (Custom Key Setting) 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 241: Items That Can Be Registered
Change the setting to the desired one and re-register the setting to the same mode number. Note M1 through M4 can be selected only when a memory card is inserted into the product. Program Shift cannot be registered. Related Topic Recalling registered shooting settings (Cam.Set) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 242 If you perform [ Cam.Set] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings will be given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Camera Set. Memory 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 243 When [Touch Operation] is set to [On] and [Shooting Screen] is set to [On], you can also open [Fn Menu Settings] by holding down the icon in the function menu. Related Topic Fn (function) button 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 244 Hint 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 MENU button 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 245 (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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 246: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 247: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 248: Delete All
ZV-1M2 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 249: Menu Item Details
(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 MENU button 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 250 When [ REC w/ Shutter] is set to [On], you can use the shutter button to start or stop recording movies on an external recording/playback device using [REC Control]. Related Topic Shooting movies (Intelligent Auto) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 251 [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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 252 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 DISP (Display Setting) button 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 253 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 254: Playing Back Still Images
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) Touch function icons 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 255: 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] and [Playback Screen] to [On] beforehand. Note You cannot enlarge movies. Related Topic Enlarge Initial Mag. Enlarge Initial Position Touch Operation Playback Screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 256 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 258: 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 259: Playing Back Movies
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 261: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 262: 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)]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 263 (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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 264 (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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 265: 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 266: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 267 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 268 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 269 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 270 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) Rating Set(Custom Key) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 271 (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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 272: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 273: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 274: Deleting Multiple Selected Images (Delete)
[Multiple Img.] while displaying the images within the group. 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 Delete button Format 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 275 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 276: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 277: 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 278 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]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 279 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 280 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 281 Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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.]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 282 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 283: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 284: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 285: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 286 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 287 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Display Wi-Fi Info. Displays the camera's Wi-Fi MAC address. MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi] → [Display Wi-Fi Info.]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 288: Ssid/Pw Reset
(Network) → [Wi-Fi] → [SSID/PW Reset] → [OK]. Note If you connect this product to a smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must make the settings for the smartphone again. Related Topic Operating the camera from a computer 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 289: 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 Connection) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 290 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 291 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 292: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 293: Edit Device Name
You can change the device name for Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connections. MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Edit Device Name]. Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK]. Related Topic Keyboard screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 294: Reset Network Set
Resets all the network settings to default settings. [Airplane Mode] will not be reset to [Off] even if you perform [Reset Network Set.] when [Airplane Mode] is set to [On]. MENU → (Network) → [Network Option] → [Reset Network Set.] → [Enter]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 295: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 296 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 297: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 298 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]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 299 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 300: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 301: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 302: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 303: 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 304: Output Resolution
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 HDMI Output Settings (movie) Sets the video and audio to be output to an external recorder/player connected via HDMI when shooting a movie. Use a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable (sold separately) to output 4K movies.
Page 305 Frame Rate] set to [120fps] 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 306: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 307: 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]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 308 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [ Language] → desired language. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 309 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 310: Ntsc/Pal Selector
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 NTSC/PAL Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a NTSC/PAL system TV. MENU → (Setup) → [Area/Date] → [NTSC/PAL Selector] → [Enter] 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 311: Audio Signals
Silent Mode] is set to [On], [Audio signals] becomes locked to [Off]. Note If [ Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF], the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject. Related Topic Silent Mode (still image/movie) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 312 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 313 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 314 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Privacy Notice Displays the privacy notification screen. MENU → (Setup) → [Setup Option] → [Privacy Notice]. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 315 Accessibility] → [Screen Reader] → desired setting item. 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 316: Setting Reset
If you perform [Initialize], the privacy policy agreement will also be initialized, so agree to the privacy policy again before using the camera. Settings of [ Picture Profile] will not be reset even when [Camera Settings Reset] or [Initialize] is performed. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 317 Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice. Supported smartphones Refer to the support page for the latest information. https://www.sony.net/ca/help/mobile/ For details on Bluetooth versions compatible with your smartphone, check the product website for your smartphone. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 318 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Connects the camera to your smartphone (pairing) to use the smartphone application Creators' App. If you did not connect the camera with your smartphone when you turned on the camera for the first time, perform the following procedure.
Page 319 On the Wi-Fi setting screen on your smartphone, select the SSID displayed on the camera and enter the password. Switch the screen back to Creators' App on your smartphone and select the product name of the camera (ZV-1M2). The smartphone will connect to the camera.
Page 320 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 Connection) Remote Shoot Setting 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 321 While a still image is being played back on the camera, you cannot perform remote shooting using a smartphone or a computer. [RAW+J Save Image] can be set only when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. Related Topic Using a smartphone as a remote commander 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 322 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 Connection) ” to pair the camera and smartphone in advance.
Page 323 When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Related Topic Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Airplane Mode 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 324 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) 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 325 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 326 Select on Cam & Send (transferring to a smartphone) Bluetooth Settings 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 327 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Reading location information from a smartphone You can use the application Creators' App 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 328 The communication distance for the Bluetooth connection or Wi-Fi may vary depending on the conditions of use. Related Topic Functions available with a smartphone (Creators' App) Pairing the camera with a smartphone (Smartphone Connection) Bluetooth Settings 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 329: Recommended Computer Environment
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: https://www.sony.net/pcenv/ 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 330: 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 USB Connection Mode USB LUN Setting 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 331: 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. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 332 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/ 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 333: 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 334: Operating The Camera From A Computer
In [Remote Shoot Setting] under [ Cnct./PC Remote], you can set the save destination and saved format of still images for PC remote shooting. Related Topic Introduction to computer software (Imaging Edge Desktop/Catalyst) Remote Shoot Setting 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 335 While a still image is being played back on the camera, you cannot perform remote shooting using a smartphone or a computer. [RAW+J Save Image] can be set only when [ File Format] is set to [RAW & JPEG]. Related Topic Using a smartphone as a remote commander 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 336 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 337 Capturing a custom white balance Picture Profile Power Save Start Time Auto Monitor OFF Related Topic USB Connection Mode 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 338: 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 339: 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 341: 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 342 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 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 343 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 List of icons on the screen for shooting movies 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.
Page 344 Remaining battery warning USB power supply Exposure and other settings 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO 400 ISO sensitivity 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Underwater Auto, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) AE lock/AWB lock ND filter in action Other settings (displayed during recording standby) Shooting mode...
Page 345 Area 3 icons may not be displayed while the touch function icons are displayed. To see hidden icons, swipe the touch function icons left or right to hide the touch function icons. Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting still images List of icons on the playback screen 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 346 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 List of icons on the screen for shooting still images 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.
Page 347 PC remote Bright Monitoring Silent mode Remote control Connected to Wi-Fi/Disconnected from Wi-Fi Focus Cancel Touch Focus+AE cancel/TouchTracking+AE cancel/Touch AE cancel Tracking Cancel Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Obtaining location information / Location information cannot be obtained Airplane Mode Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Battery...
Page 348 Subject Recog in AF/ Recognition Target – Picture Profile Focus indicator/exposure settings Focus indicator 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Background Defocus Exposure compensation/Metered Manual ISO400 ISO AUTO ISO sensitivity AE lock/AWB lock ND filter in action Guides/other Select Focus Point On/Off Guide display for setting Focus Area Tracking Cancel Guide display for tracking...
Page 350 Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 List of icons on the playback screen 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.
Page 351 Bluetooth connection available / Bluetooth connection unavailable Airplane Mode Overheating warning Database file full / Database file error Touch operation icons Shooting mode switching Add/Delete Shot Mark1 Jump to the positions of Shot Marks Shooting settings Aspect ratio 20M / 18M / 17M / 13M / 10M / 7.5M / 6.5M / 5M / 4.2M / 3.7M Image size of still images RAW recording J-X.FINE J-FINE J-STD...
Page 352 Date of recording 100-0003 Folder number - file number C0003 Movie file number Histogram (Luminance/R/G/B) Related Topic List of icons on the screen for shooting movies List of icons on the screen for shooting still images 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 353: Specifications
Total number of dots 921 600 dots Recording format File format JPEG (compliant with DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, and MPF Baseline), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant) Movie (XAVC S format) XAVC Ver2.0: MP4 format compliant Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264...
Page 354: Input/Output Terminals
Recording media Memory Stick, SD cards 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 , 1.9 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)
Page 355: Frequency Band
Bluetooth standard Ver. 4.2 Frequency band 2.4 GHz Rechargeable battery pack NP-BX1 Rated voltage 3.6 V Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 356 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 357: 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 358: 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 Setting Reset 5-049-603-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
Page 359: 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 360: Warning Messages
Help Guide Digital Camera ZV-1M2 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 361 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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