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Sony updates ZV-1 vlogging camera
Light the way with Kenro Smart Lite Bi-Colour LED Kenro’s slimline new LED light panel is made for the ultimate control – ideal for pro photographers and filmmakers, content creators and enthusiasts
houses 256 LEDs which produce 3300 lux illumination. A built-in diffuser has been incorporated to soften and distribute light evenly. The casing is engineered using aluminium alloy to withstand even the most rigorous schedules, but weighs just 1300g. It’s suited to a range of environments, especially thanks to its width of only 12mm. It can be powered by a DC power adapter (which is included in the kit) or two Sony F-series batteries (not included), making it a versatile and portable lighting solution. Designed to fit securely on a standard light stand spigot, the head can be vertically adjusted 180° for shooting angle versatility. Adjust the light with intuitive buttons and dials, and once the light has been placed, use 2.4G remote control to alter temperature, brightness and mode from a distance – without having to move the unit and thus compromise continuity. kenro.co.uk
Any photographer or filmmaker who uses continuous LED lighting should have a portable solution. Kenro has positioned the new Smart Lite Bi-Colour LED Light Panel to be the answer, hailing it as the ‘perfect, versatile lighting solution’ delivering performance and flexibility. As photographers, we know that light is the most important component to bringing a creative vision to life, meaning we need a quality light source when shooting. The KSLP104 has a CRI of 96+ and a TLCI of 97+, capturing accurate and vibrant colours in both photo and video formats. The CCT colour temperature range of 7500-3200K allows for adjustment to suit the shooting environment, and the dimming range of 1-100% means you can control the intensity of the beam to achieve the desired effect. Made for those who shoot on location or in the studio, the slimline Bi-Colour LED Light Panel
NEW AND IMPROVED The zoom lens now offers wider-angle shooting and there’s an upgraded touchscreen
the ZV-1 II’s hotshoe, and there’s the option to invest in an ECM-B10 accessory shotgun microphone. With availability from mid-June promised, the ZV-1 II is a more expensive proposition than the original at £870 SRP. Since there is no IBIS, merely an electronic version in Sony’s ‘Active’ Stabilisation mode, we would also recommend looking at the optional wireless grip – the GP-VPT2BT – ideal when recording pieces to camera or simply taking selfies. This is currently available for £170. Look out, too, for money-saving promotions being planned around the camera’s release. sony.co.uk
and weight, the biggest tweak has been made to its optical zoom. The built-in f/1.8 maximum aperture lens starts at a wider 18mm equivalent, as opposed to its forebear’s 24mm, and runs to 50mm instead of 70mm. The basic touchscreen of the ZV-1 has also been overhauled to allow greater intuitiveness and access to more settings, making the adoption of this second-generation model easier for existing smartphone users. Likewise, Sony suggests the built-in microphone offers more creative flexibility. You can now direct audio recording to the front of the camera, to the rear or in all directions. A dead cat windshield can be slipped into
SONY HAS INTRODUCED a second-generation model of its ZV-1 vlogging camera. With the manufacturer claiming that it’s big on sustainability, the ZV-1 II recycles most of the features from the popular original. These include its one-inch Exmor RS CMOS sensor, providing 20-megapixel stills and 4K-resolution video up to 30p. Oddly, its maker’s desire to be eco-friendly extends to not including a mains charger or USB-C cable, which is essential for charging the battery. In that area, the performance matches its predecessor – up to 45 minutes of recording. While much here is familiar, including near-identical dimensions
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