New firmware update for Sony Vlog camera ZV-1 enables high-quality video and audio livestreaming

on 11 February, 2021 at 07:04

Sony today announced a free firmware update for its Vlog camera ZV-1.The new firmware allows users to easily utilize its high-quality video and audio for livestreaming by simply connecting the camera directly to a PC (Windows10, Windows8.1/macOS 10.13-10.15, macOS 11.0/Android). With this firmware update, users can easily connect the ZV-1 to a PC via USB [Micro USB Type-B] to utilise the high-quality video stream and built-in microphone for crystal-clear audio for everyday uses from livestreaming via social media platforms to video conferencing.

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When Sony Vlog ZV-1 is connected to one of Sony’s Xperia smartphones [Xperia 1 II or Xperia 5 II upgraded to Android11], users can livestream on the go and use the Xperia smartphone as a secondary display to read comments and monitor the live feed. There has been an increase in demand for livestreaming, and a growing expectation for its image and audio quality.

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This firmware update allows users to take full advantage of the ZV-1’s high-quality video as well as excellent audio capabilities, utilising high-quality UVC/UAC support, for livestreaming, video calls and more. This capability will also be added to additional compatible cameras in the future.