Toward a better future

Reducing our environmental footprint

Road to Zero

Inspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is doing its part to help preserve the Earth, while still allowing creators to produce even more beautiful and creative imagery. With a goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint across the entire Sony Group by the year 2040, we are accelerating numerous initiatives for the environment.
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Non-plastic outer packaging0

The outer packaging of the ZV-1 II does not contain plastic0, but instead uses Sony’s Original Blended Material, consisting of bamboo, sugar cane, and recycled paper. This unique blend not only produces high quality and durable packaging, but it is also recyclable for an even lower environmental impact.
Image of consisting of bamboo, sugar cane, and recycled paper, and the package of the ZV-1 II

Recyclable non-plastic packaging materials

Sony is working towards the use of non-plastic packaging materials, while still providing ample protection during shipping0. We are also using plant-based non-woven fabrics for product bags. All of this helps to minimise our environmental impact.1
Image of the package of the ZV-1 II

Using recycled plastic

SORPLASTM0 is a Sony-developed durable and repeatedly recycled material. We use it in conjunction with other recycled materials to manufacture camera bodies without compromising performance and functionality. Approximately 379 tons1 of virgin plastic have been replaced by recycled plastics in our digital cameras and digital video cameras over the past ten years.
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Wind screen using recycled polyester

The fibres used in the wind screen provided with the ZV-1 II are made exclusively from recycled PET bottles0. Extensive testing was carried out to ensure that sound quality and wind noise reduction performance were fully up to our standards, achieving environmental impact reduction without compromising functionality.
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Vlogging for everyone

Enhanced accessibility with screen reader

The screen reader function0 enables text on menu screens to be read aloud. It’s easy to activate by navigating to the [Setup] tab and turning the [Screen Reader] function ON. Screen reader volume can be adjusted via the [Sound Options] settings.
Image of a Menu section for screen reader of ZV-1 II
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Assistive Technology on Sony's cameras
Sony's cameras include visual and mobility accessible technology.