Sony ZV-E10 II
Announced July 10, 2024
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
Sony ZV-E10 II is a capable, compact hybrid camera that improves upon its predecessor with a 26MP sensor, 10-bit video, and significantly longer battery life. While it excels as a vlogging tool, the lack of a mechanical shutter, in-body stabilization, and an electronic viewfinder may limit its appeal for some photographers.
Weighted from 39 reviewer scores
Pros
- Responsive autofocus with real-time tracking and product showcase modes
- Improved battery life and ergonomics with the larger NP-FZ100 battery and deeper grip
- High-quality 10-bit 4K video recording with S-Log3 and S-Cinetone support
- Compact, travel-friendly design featuring a fully articulating touchscreen
Cons
- Lacks in-body image stabilization, forcing reliance on electronic stabilization with significant cropping
- No electronic viewfinder, making outdoor composition difficult in bright light
- Absence of a mechanical shutter limits flash sync speeds and introduces rolling shutter risks
- Susceptible to overheating during extended high-resolution recording
- Launch price $999 (USD)
- Sensor 26MP APS-C CMOS
- Video 4K 59.94p
- Stabilization None
- Burst 11 fps electronic
What the Reviewers Say
All 39 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- PetaPixel 9/10
Sony's new ZV-E10 II corrects all of the issues I had with its predecessor and delivers an affordable and performant hybrid creators' camera.
- DPReview 85/100
[T]he ZV-E10 II can produce great 4K footage, especially when you’re shooting in a controlled environment.
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If you need long record times and you aren't always recording in a cool climate-controlled studio, you're gonna have to pay the extra money and get the FX30.
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[T]he ZV-E10 II is a great little camera at an affordable price.
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This is a very competent compact camera, though I do miss having a viewfinder…particularly in bright conditions.
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In the end, it really is this simple: This is the best mirrorless camera on the market for vlogging.
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This is a camera that quickly gels, with excellent handling, really good looking results and overall terrific ease of use.
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[T]he ZV-E10 II offers better auto-focusing, video performance and battery life than the original, but removes the mechanical shutter, costs significantly more at launch and mystifyingly doesn't include subject-detection, making it somewhat less appealing [...]
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It is a solid offering at 1,000 bucks.
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Thankfully, Sony has seen to correct pretty much every fault I had with the original model, and while the ZV-E10 II is still not the perfect all-rounder, it comes as close to vlogging camera perfection as I think you can get right now.
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The compact Sony ZV-E10 II camera helps content creators without extensive tech knowledge produce pro-quality video and sound, but its rear display could be better.
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The ZV-E10 II is a highly recommendable compact vlogging camera. Its diminutive size is deceptive, as it houses a number of key components and features that are shared with Sony’s pricier and more advanced APS-C cameras.
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If you want a stills and video camera that’s easy to use, comfortable to handle, and portable enough to travel with, the Sony ZV-E10 II is an excellent pick. With its 26MP sensor, the camera captures detailed, sharp photos and faithfully reproduces colors.
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[T]he Sony ZV-E10 II is a solid upgrade for content creators looking to upgrade from their smartphones while not breaking the bank on higher-tier cameras.
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Yeah, I think between Canon, Sony, Nikon, Sony is the clear winner for video creators.
- Photo Review 88%
The second-generation Sony ZV-E10 is likely to equal its popularity as it includes some more sophisticated functions that could appeal to more professionally-orientated ‘content creators’ while retaining the main functions provided in the earlier model.
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Between the Mark I and the Mark II, no-brainer, I go for the Mark II just for all the quality of life improvements, and if this is just going to be on tripods for life, even better.
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For content creators, vloggers, and beginner YouTubers looking for a dedicated video camera with room to grow, the ZV-E10 II earns our recommendation.
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So for $1,000 you can get the pocketable turnkey point and shoot style with a fixed lens or you can get the very, very powerful mirrorless camera because the fact that you can put any lens on this camera makes it way more powerful and way more versatile.
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The Sony ZV-E10II is a stationary YouTube camera, nothing more, nothing less. It’s probably the best stationary YouTube camera at this price unless you need more advanced features.
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I did have a very positive experience using this camera, like I really love how small and compact the camera body is, like it fits so nicely in my sling bag.
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I'm going to be honest, for the price and what you get with this camera, this is the best bang for your buck camera right now.
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[I]f you are a beginner to video, want to become a content creator, or you just want a better than your smartphone camera for memories and family events, this camera will probably be more than you will need for a long time.
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This way, the Sony ZV-E10 Mark II is more than just the cheapest camera in the current lineup; more importantly, it’s a camera that will hold out for much longer as the user grows further as a photographer or videographer.
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The Sony ZV-E10 II is a plucky little camera that gives you many of the benefits of Sony’s pro-grade hybrid cameras but for a more reasonable $999 price.
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If those couple things don't matter to you, then the Sony ZV-E10 II gets our highest recommendation for both beginner and advanced YouTube and content creators in 2024.
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[...] I'm pretty impressed with this camera, and like I said, for most people out there, this is a fantastic option as long as you understand its limitations.
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[I]t packs a lot of high-end features into a small, travel-friendly form factor and delivers great image and video quality.
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With its excellent autofocus, high-quality video capture, and compact design, the ZV-E10 II is an excellent choice for vloggers, videographers, and content creators of all levels.
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On the video side, there is almost nothing to complain about. You get excellent 4K video, decent slow motion capabilities, good dynamic range, and serious grading capabilities thanks to the 10-bit color.
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It's all in all a more versatile camera for filmmakers, but I do think that for the money, for $1,100 with the kit lens, the ZV-E10 II is just a killer deal.
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The autofocus system throughout my experience was pretty solid.
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The Sony ZV-E10 II Mirrorless Camera is an excellent choice for vloggers, content creators, and photography enthusiasts seeking a versatile and high-performing camera.
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[...] I absolutely love this camera and I am definitely buying one.
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I would absolutely recommend this camera to anyone who's a beginner or someone who wants to jump into the intermediate space, along with someone who already owns a Sony camera like the ZV-E10 and wants an A-cam/B-cam setup.
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For around that $1,000 price point for the ZV10 Mark II, I think it's an incredibly strong offering for your first camera.
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Usually I recommend Sony A6700 and FX30, but if you can't even those, I think this Sony ZV-E10 II is a great option.
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It’s a great option for travelers and content creators who want to produce higher quality images and film clips using a lightweight and extremely packable camera.
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It's exactly what I expected it to be.
