Sony ZV-E10 vs Sony ZV-E10 II
Sony ZV-E10 II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. the ZV-E10 II is better for vlogging.
Choose the ZV-E10 for
- a lighter body (343g vs 377g)
- a lower price (from £444)
Choose the ZV-E10 II for
- more resolution (26MP vs 24.2MP)
- better low-light performance
- stronger video (4K 60p)
- a newer design (2024)
Specs side by side
| Spec | ZV-E10 | ZV-E10 II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 24.2MP | APS-C, 26MP |
| Mount | Sony E (APS-C) | Sony E (APS-C) |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Burst | 11 fps | 11 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 32,000 | 32,000 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 60p |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Weight | 343 g | 377 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FW50 | Sony NP-FZ100 |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £824 |
| Used at MPB | £444–494 | £734–759 |
| Native lenses in our database | 105 (82 third-party) | 105 (82 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | ZV-E10 II |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Sony E / FE mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Sony NP-FW50 (about £55) vs Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65).
ZV-E10 compatible lenses → · ZV-E10 II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony ZV-E10 better than the Sony ZV-E10 II?
It depends on your priorities. The ZV-E10 offers a lighter body (343g vs 377g), a lower price (from £444); the ZV-E10 II offers more resolution (26MP vs 24.2MP), better low-light performance, stronger video (4K 60p).
Which is better for video, the ZV-E10 or the ZV-E10 II?
The ZV-E10 II is stronger for video: ZV-E10 records 4K 30p, ZV-E10 II records 4K 60p.
Which is cheaper, the ZV-E10 or the ZV-E10 II?
The ZV-E10 costs No longer sold new new and from £444 used at MPB; the ZV-E10 II costs £824 new and from £734 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony ZV-E10 lenses on the ZV-E10 II?
Yes. Both use the Sony E / FE mount.