Finding a camera that's reliable, good for video and affordable isn't as easy as it should be these days. But the Sony ZV-1F is one that actually deserves your attention if you're looking for a solid, budget-friendly camera to create video content. In our guide to the best cheap cameras, the Sony ZV-1F earns the title of the best budget camera for YouTube – and for good reason.
If you want something that gives you a creator-focused feel – without throwing you into a tech rabbit hole – the Sony ZV-1F hits a really nice balance. You get 4K video, a super useful product showcase mode, background defocus at the press of a button and plenty of features designed specifically with content creators in mind. And all for a price of $549.99 / £549 / AU$799.
