How to use Sony ZV-1 as a Webcam and Settings

EPISODE 31

The Sony ZV-1 is a popular vlogging camera and can also be used as a USB webcam. In this episode The Three Techs show how to configure the best webcam settings in the camera menus and some other pro tips including Sony’s recent firmware update to add native USB webcam streaming support.

00:00 - Start
00:26 - Initial Configuration Items
00:58 - Switching to Movie Mode
01:34 - Choosing an Exposure Mode
02:04 - Check Video Format and Resolution Settings
02:49 - The Non-Obvious Shutter Speed for Video Conferencing
04:43 - Resolution: HD vs. 4K
05:31 - Autofocus Settings
05:59 - Face and Eye Autofocus
07:12 - Movie Mode Autofocus Settings: AF drive speed and AF Tracking Sensitivity
08:12 - White Balance
09:33 - Soft Skin Effect
10:09 - Steadyshot
10:50 - Marker Displays
11:24 - Auto Power OFF Temp
12:02 - HDMI Settings: 24p/60p Output and HDMI Info Display
12:43 - Questions: Can you change the lens?
13:51 - Questions: Does it have a headphone jack?
14:13 - Questions: How long before the Sony ZV-1 overheats?
14:50 - Questions: Does the Sony ZV-1 have ClearImage Zoom?
15:26 - Questions: Does the Sony ZV-1 have a remote control?
16:11 - Questions: Can the Sony ZV-1 use an AppleCare power adapter?
17:10 - Questions: How do you connect the Sony ZV-1 to your computer as a webcam?
18:54 - Sony ZV-1 Compared to Other Webcams

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Bob Fairbairn

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