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Sony ZV-E10 II
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Sony · Mirrorless · 26.0 MP · APS-C · 4K video

Sony ZV-E10 II

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KEY FACTS
BrandSony
Announcement dateJul 2024
Released2024
Camera weight292 g
Camera typeMirrorless
What We Like
+4K 60p video with 10-bit 4:2:2 recording and 5.6K oversampling for professional-grade quality
+Excellent 759-point Fast Hybrid AF with Real-time Eye/Face/Animal tracking ideal for solo creators
+Ultra-compact form factor with 26MP sensor from a6700 for flagship image quality at lower price
+Extended battery life via NP-FZ100 (up to 195 minutes) with improved stabilization and touchscreen controls
+Cinematic Vlog mode with Creative Looks and S-Log3 profiles enable advanced color grading in-camera
+Versatile 3-capsule directional microphone with multiple directional modes plus Mi-Shoe for external audio
Worth Knowing
−No mechanical in-body image stabilization (IBIS), limiting handheld walk-and-talk shots; digital Active Mode crops 1.33x
−Lacks electronic viewfinder (EVF), making traditional photography controls cumbersome; limited appeal outside vlogging use cases
−No mechanical shutter may risk subject distortion with fast-moving subjects and limits flash sync capabilities
−Reported overheating issues during extended 4K recording sessions at higher bitrates according to reviews

General

Brand
Sony
Announcement date
ⓘ
Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Jul 2024
Released
ⓘ
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Camera weight
292 g
Camera type
Mirrorless
Read our notes on general
The Sony ZV-E10 II is a compact APS-C mirrorless vlogging camera designed for content creators, featuring a 26MP Exmor R sensor, 4K 60p 10-bit video with 5.6K oversampling, and a 759-point hybrid autofocus system with real-time eye tracking. Its flip-out touchscreen, 3-capsule directional microphone, and dedicated vlogging modes like Cinematic Vlog make it ideal for self-recorded content, though the lack of in-body stabilization and absence of a viewfinder limit its utility for traditional photography or handheld camera movement.

Sensor

Type
APS-C back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS

Image processing

Processor
BIONZ XR
Processing Power
8x faster real-time processing
Oversampling
5.6K oversampling for 4K output

Autofocus

System
759-point Fast Hybrid Phase Detection AF (stills), 495 points (movies)
Eye AF
Real-Time Eye AF with subject recognition
AF Modes
Real-time Tracking, Face Detection, Animal Eye AF

Video

Max Resolution
4K UHD (3840 x 2160)
Max Frame Rate
4K 60p, Full HD 120p (Slow & Quick mode)
Recording Formats
10-bit 4:2:2 All-Intra, XAVC S/HS codec
Cinematic Vlog Mode
2.35:1 aspect ratio at 24p
S Log Recording
S-Log3 with S-Gamut3.Cine color profiles
Max video resolution
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The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
4K

Still photography

ISO Range
100-32000 (expandable to 50-102400)
Shutter Speed
Electronic shutter only
Max Burst
Up to 11 fps continuous shooting
File Formats
JPEG, RAW (lossless compressed)

Display

Screen Type
3.0-inch flip-out LCD touchscreen
Resolution
1.04 million dots
Articulation
Fully articulating vari-angle
Vertical Support
Yes, rotating UI

Audio

Microphone
3-capsule directional microphone
Directional Modes
Auto, Front, Rear, All Directions
External Input
3.5mm TRS stereo jack
Accessory Shoe
Multi Interface (MI) Shoe

Battery

Battery Type
NP-FZ100
Capacity
2280 mAh
Record Time
Up to 195 minutes per charge

Stabilization

In Body
None
Electronic
Digital Active Mode (1.33x crop)

Build

Body Material
Aluminum alloy
Dimensions
114.8 × 67.5 × 54.2 mm

Connectivity

Ports
USB-C (data and power), Micro HDMI
Streaming
RTMP/RTMPS/SRT protocols, UVC webcam mode

Kit lens

Model
E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II
Equivalent Focal Length
24-75mm (APS-C)
Image Stabilization
Optical SteadyShot
Features
Power zoom, autofocus while zooming

Creative features

Creative Looks
10 customizable presets with S-Cinetone option
Product Showcase Mode
Quick focus transitions for product demos
Background Defocus
Aperture simulation button
Focus Breathing Compensation
Supported with compatible lenses

Optics

Sensor format
ⓘ
Refers to the most commonly used sensor sizes.
APS-C
Megapixels
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The higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture.
26.0 MP050
Lens mount
ⓘ
The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Sony E

Features

Wi-Fi
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Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly.
Yes