Sony
ZV-E10
Creator-first APS-C vlog body with product showcase, directional mic, and interchangeable E-mount lenses.
$699
Launch priceReleased Jul 2021
Sony
ZV-E10 II
APS-C creator camera with interchangeable lenses and strong 4K for YouTube.
$999
Launch priceReleased Jul 2024
ZV-E10 II is 3 years newer.
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ZV-E10
Wins
ZV-E10 II
8 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BZV-E10 II has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BZV-E10 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 6 fps)
- BZV-E10 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 25,600)
- AZV-E10 has lower Weight (343 g vs 377 g)
- BZV-E10 II has higher Resolution (26 MP vs 24.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareZV-E10
115 × 64 × 45 mm
343 g (0.76 lb / 12.10 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
ZV-E10 II
115 × 68 × 54 mm
377 g (0.83 lb / 13.30 oz)
ZV-E10 is 3mm shorter and 9mm thinner than ZV-E10 II.
ZV-E10 is 34 g lighter than ZV-E10 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 45mm ZV-E10 · 54mm ZV-E10 II
Sensor size, to scale
ZV-E10
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
ZV-E10 II
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
ZV-E10
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
ZV-E10 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
ZV-E10
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115.2, 64.2, 44.8
AA filter
Only ZV-E10 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Weight
343 g vs 377 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 610 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
ZV-E10 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114.8, 67.5, 54.2
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Animal / bird AF
Only ZV-E10 II supports it
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Resolution
26 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 759
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 11 fps
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
ZV-E10
Pros
- ✓Built for vlogging
- ✓Interchangeable lenses
- ✓Product Showcase mode
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –No EVF
- –No mechanical shutter
ZV-E10 II
Pros
- ✓Creator features
- ✓Interchangeable E-mount
- ✓Affordable
- ✓Good 4K
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –APS-C
- –Single slot
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony ZV-E10
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, ZV-E10 or ZV-E10 II?
ZV-E10 scores 6.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for ZV-E10 II — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the ZV-E10 and ZV-E10 II?
ZV-E10 is 24.2 MP and ZV-E10 II is 26 MP, so the ZV-E10 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the ZV-E10 and ZV-E10 II?
ZV-E10 does not have IBIS, while ZV-E10 II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the ZV-E10 or the ZV-E10 II?
ZV-E10 reaches 11 fps electronic. ZV-E10 II reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the ZV-E10 and ZV-E10 II?
ZV-E10 weighs 343 g and ZV-E10 II weighs 377 g, so the ZV-E10 is 34 g lighter.
Do the ZV-E10 and ZV-E10 II record 4K video?
ZV-E10: 4K up to 60p. ZV-E10 II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the ZV-E10 and ZV-E10 II weather sealed?
ZV-E10: No. ZV-E10 II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the ZV-E10 and 610 shots for the ZV-E10 II, giving the ZV-E10 the edge.
How much does each cost?
ZV-E10 launched at $699 and ZV-E10 II at $999. The ZV-E10 is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.