Drop an .ARW file from your Sony ZV-1 and get the exact mechanical shutter actuation count in seconds — processed entirely in your browser, never uploaded anywhere. The ZV-1 stores its count encrypted in ARW MakerNote tag 0x9050.
The Sony ZV-1 (2020) is Sony's compact 1-inch sensor vlog camera aimed at creators, social media shooters, and travel photographers who want professional video quality in a pocket-sized body. It features a 20.1 MP Stacked BSI CMOS sensor paired with a fixed ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 lens, Real-Time Eye AF, and 4K HDR video — all in a 294g body with a front-facing LCD tilt screen.
Sony does not publish an official shutter rating for the ZV-1. Based on its class and community reports, the estimated mechanical lifespan is approximately 200,000 actuations.
| Model | Release | Sensor | Est. Shutter Life | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony ZV-1 | 2020 | 20.1 MP 1-inch Stacked BSI CMOS | ~200,000 | ARW |
| Sony ZV-1 II (successor) | 2023 | 20.1 MP 1-inch Stacked BSI CMOS | ~200,000 | ARW |
| Sony RX100 VII (sibling) | 2019 | 20.1 MP 1-inch Stacked BSI CMOS | ~200,000 | ARW |
| Mechanical Count | % of Est. Life | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 5,000 | < 2.5 % | Very low — typical for video-first use |
| 5,000 – 30,000 | 2.5 – 15 % | Low mechanical use |
| 30,000 – 100,000 | 15 – 50 % | Moderate use |
| 100,000 – 180,000 | 50 – 90 % | Heavy mechanical use |
| 180,000 + | 90 %+ | Near or past estimated life |
The Sony ZV-1 stores the mechanical shutter count encrypted in ARW MakerNote tag 0x9050. ShutterCount applies Sony's cubic residue decryption algorithm and reads the count from the appropriate byte offset for the ZV-1 model. All processing is done locally in your browser — no file is sent to any server.
Partially. Because the ZV-1 is designed for video and silent electronic-shutter shooting, the mechanical count can be disproportionately low. A seller who primarily shoots video or uses silent mode might have a very low count on a camera that has been used intensively. Always cross-reference with physical condition, sensor cleanliness, and battery cycle count.
The ZV-1 II (2023) updates the lens to a wider 18–50mm equivalent focal range (vs. 24–70mm on the original), adds a microphone jack, improves the autofocus system, and includes the same 20.1 MP 1-inch sensor. The ZV-1 original remains popular on the used market due to its smaller size and lower price.
Yes. The Sony ZV-1 shoots ARW RAW files. RAW files retain the full EXIF MakerNote data, including the encrypted shutter count. JPEG files may lose or truncate this data. Always use an ARW file to check the shutter count.
Only a Sony authorised service centre can reset the hardware counter. Always verify from an original ARW file — not from a screenshot or second-hand number provided by a seller.