detailedReviews: detailedReviews 1: content: The Sony αZV-E10 (Model: ILCZVE10L/B) is custom tailored for vlogging, both in its controls and software, but it is also an extremely impressive still camera and is an outstanding piece of equipment, overall.
The Sony αZV-E10 offers a stellar array of features and functionality and excellent specifications. This mirrorless, interchangeable lens, APS-C sensor camera is terrific. It is a robust and flexible camera with outstanding hardware and excellent interchangeable lenses.
The αZV-E10 is compact in size and light in weight, making it easy and convenient to carry and use.
The Sony αZV-E10 vlog camera takes the best features and functionality of the Sony ZV-1 fixed lens, 20 megapixel vlog camera and incorporates them with the backbone of the Sony α6100 interchangeable lens, 24.2 megapixel camera. This new hybridized model is refined and customized with additional, specialized features for vlogging, delivering much of the best of both models.
The αZV-E10 sensor is a 24.2 megapixel, APS-C, Exmor CMOS sensor measuring 23.5 x 15.6 mm (not full frame). The αZV-E10 has powerful and outstanding Auto-Focus and Auto-Exposure functionality and offers vloggers and photographers complete exposure control with more than a dozen exposure modes, five focus modes, thirteen picture effect modes and seven creative style modes.
The αZV-E10 has an incredible array of digital imaging capabilities. The Auto-Focus system is fantastic; possibly the best available. With 425 auto-focus points, real-time eye AF (human and animal) and real-time tracking that genuinely performs as described and as expected, it truly excels, and exceeds most other cameras. Exposure control with the 1200 zone evaluative metering system which operates in center-weighted, spot metering and full-screen modes is absolutely outstanding. The αZV-E10 has Sony’s advanced image processor, the Bionz X, which is the underpinning of the excellent image rendition, with accurate color rendition, including skin tones.
The αZV-E10 image formats range through 14 bit (compressed) RAW providing for excellent post-production editing capability. The αZV-E10 shoots video at resolutions of up to 4k (oversampled from 6k), and offers a wide range of frame rates (allowing for a variety of slow or fast motion shooting), image sizes and compression schemes. Video functions also include multiple cinema profiles including HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) and S-Log3/2. The αZV-E10 includes a dedicated Still/Movie/S&Q button to shoot 4x slow motion video, or 60x quick motion.
The αZV-E10 also features a dedicated top panel button to control background blurring. This button instantly toggles between a clearly focused background, and a defocused, blurred background (bokeh effect). A unique new “Product Showcase” feature has been added for vloggers. One button depression toggles the feature which instantly shifts focus from the vloggers face to whatever object (product) is extended directly in front of the camera for close-up. Occasionally, this feature required a few attempts before it would shift focus to relatively small items.
Audio quality from the three capsule directional microphone on the top panel is excellent. Sony thoughtfully includes a “dead cat” (synthetic fur) wind screen which is helpful when shooting outdoors. The Multi-Interface Hot Shoe supports digital audio with external microphones, as well as flash units. There is also a 3.5mm input jack for an external microphone, and another 3.5mm output jack for headphones to monitor audio recording. The mike jack is behind a plastic door which candidly appears very delicate and feels as if it will break off quite easily.
I miss the built-in flash of the α6100. For still photography flash is essential in low-light conditions, but it is also extremely important in marginal light conditions and shadows where having fill-in flash is invaluable.
The αZV-E10 is equipped with an articulating 3” TFT, LCD touchscreen which rotates from the left of the camera body. While it is essential for vlogging, it is also valuable for low-angle shots and high-angle shots. The αZV-E10 also supports shooting video in vertical orientation. In addition to the red tally light on the camera body, the touchscreen illuminates a highly visible red border when recording, which is perfect for vlogging.
The only performance deficiency that I encountered was that of minor rolling shutter effects, particularly during fast pans in 4k, which is common with CMOS sensor cameras. Touchscreen functionality is still limited and is not available for the multilayer menus.
The αZV-E10 lacks the electronic viewfinder that I enjoy on the α6100. Although a viewfinder may not be considered a necessity for vlogging, it is extremely useful in both still photography and some videography, particularly when using long lenses. Handheld shooting with a telephoto lens benefits from the more stable shooting platform achieved when the camera is supported at three points including hands and face, with bent arms braced on the photographer’s body. This is particularly important when framing the shot, and in holding the frame. An electronic viewfinder (EVF) is also essential when checking or correcting focus and when manually adjusting focus.
If your intended use of the αZV-E10 is exclusively for vlogging you may not miss the flash or viewfinder, but the αZV-E10 is much more than a single-purpose vlogging camera. It is an incredibly powerful, flexible and competent digital imaging video and still camera.
A strap is included, but a rear lens cap for the kit lens and a body cap are not.
The memory card specifications for on-board image storage is SDXC UHS-I or II, V30, U3, C10. The αZV-E10 has 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth for file transfer, remote camera control and integration with the Sony GPVPT2BT Shooting Grip with Wireless Remote Commander, which is a versatile and useful accessory that I use for both handheld shooting and for tabletop tripod functionality.
The addition of the αZV-E10 to my gear locker has enabled me to undertake dual camera videos. I have both the αZV-E10 and the α6100 mounted to GPVPT2BT Shooting Grips. Both cameras can be stationary on their GPVPT2BT tripods, or one can be stationary with the other utilized handheld, and either can be easily and quickly transitioned between tripod and handheld.
With the customized controls and features which are tailored for vlogging, and the additional benefit of electronic image stabilization (not IBIS), the αZV-E10 is my primary camera for handheld shooting, while the α6100 shoots B-roll from its tripod.
The controls and software are very robust, with many options and settings which afford complete creative control over this very powerful, yet compact camera. The online documentation and help files are excellent and comprehensive. The PDF “Help Guide” is an impressive 577 pages.
The αZV-E10, is compatible with all Sony E-Mount lenses. The kit lens is the SELP1650, 16-50mm (35mm equivalent focal length 24-75mm), f/3.5 – 5.6, power zoom lens with Optical Steady-Shot (OSS) image stabilization which is further enhanced by the cameras digital zoom. Zoom can also be controlled with the dedicated zoom lever on the shutter button, and programmable zoom speed (range 1-8).
My new favorite lens to carry as my second lens is the outstanding Sony SEL70350G, 70-350mm, (35mm equivalent focal length 105-525mm), f/4.5 – 6.3, OSS zoom lens. With this excellent zoom telephoto lens and the kit lens, a great range of shooting environments are accommodated with only two, compact and relatively lightweight lenses.
The αZV-E10 is supplied with one NP-FW50 battery pack, which utilizes in-camera charging. An external battery charger, and additional battery packs are available as accessories. The in-camera recharge time is approximately a couple of hours, but battery life is excellent.
The αZV-E10 can run hot during lengthy video recording sessions. The internal thermal protection sensor shut down the camera after about 50 minutes of 1080p recording, and after about 30 minutes of 4k recording.
Sony Alpha cameras have proven themselves to be excellent, well-respected cameras. The Sony αZV-E10 is just such a camera.
I am genuinely enjoying using the αZV-E10. The feature set and exposure controls are so extensive and robust, that any videography / photography utilization is very well supported. In automated modes, the αZV-E10 is in virtual control of the photography and can be trusted to produce excellent images and videos of professional quality, with simplified, automated ease of use. The αZV-E10 will fire at 11 fps, bracket exposures and shoot with a 1/4000 sec. shutter speed. Low light shooting is excellent. The ISO standard/normal range is 32,000 and an expanded ISO range of an incredible 51,200 is available.
Video capabilities are beyond extensive, including Cinema Picture Modes. The customized vlogging controls, features and functionality tailor this camera for optimized vlogging.
The camera hardware seems to be high-quality. The lens mount is metal, and lens lockup is solid. The αZV-E10 body is plastic but is not fully dust and weather sealed. It is sleek and elegant, and feels good when handled.
The Sony αZV-E10 is really an excellent camera. It is extremely capable and produces excellent videos and photographs. I am enjoying the αZV-E10 immensely. The size, weight and outstanding features and technical capabilities of the αZV-E10 really make it an excellent camera for many applications, and render it the perfect, optimized vlogging camera. Of course I recommend this impressive camera very highly!
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starRating: 5
title: Excellent camera for vlogging and stills
detailedReviews 2: content: When Sony A7 III launched just a few years ago, a lot of photography enthusiasts and content creators were excited. For months the camera was sold out everywhere. Almost a decade ago when Sony launched NEX 7, the excitement was also there. Sony’s debut to the SLR scene was the Alpha 100 and it was a well-received and very exciting product at the time as it introduced in-body sensor stabilization as the breakthrough technology. I happened to own or had owned all of these cameras, which I think offered a lot of value for what it’s worth. Sony ZV-E10 is exactly that. This camera packed a lot of features that should please content creators and is a massive improvement over what Sony had to offer in the past.
TL;DR this is a great camera that does its job well and offers good value for what it’s worth.
This camera seems to be designed with content creators’ need in mind. With that said, this is an audio-visual recording device first and photography tool second and it is aimed at enthusiasts, not professional videographers. However, it is not unusual to see professional videographers using it as a second camera or even the primary camera in some uses. So, if you prioritize on having a camera for photography, this may not be the right tool for you although that in absence of an electronic viewfinder, this camera still performs well as a general-purpose photography tool. The camera is not as good as the full frame A7 series but the image quality is comparable, if not better, to other similar crop sensor cameras.
Sony ZV-E10 is an APS-C interchangeable lens compact camera. The camera uses APS-C sensor meaning it uses larger sensor than most compact cameras and much larger sensors than your phone’s camera. The result is better visual quality, that is due to the ability to capture more details and higher dynamic range, so Sony ZV-E10 should not fail you in this area most of the time. Video quality is great, the camera offers a lot: high bitrate codec, SLOG 3 profile, image stabilization and the star of the show is actually the ability to change lenses to a myriad of selection that Sony and other lens manufacturers have to offer. If you own Sony’s FE and E lenses, this camera is a no brainer to add in your arsenal of content creation tool. My favorite lens is the versatile Sony E 18-105mm F/4 power zoom G OSS lens. When I want to make it very light and keep the camera in my pocket, I would use the pancake lens that I got for my NEX camera a decade ago.
The 16-50mm kit lens is also nice due to its light and compact design, and of course not to mention its OSS lens stabilization system. I really like that the camera is still so compact with the kit lens. It is small for what it can do and so light. The lens features power zoom, which turns your camera into a small Handycam. Zooming in and out is smooth with this lens. I would recommend getting a good camera grip like the Sony Bluetooth grip when going with this setup. Sony offers a vlogger accessory kit that offers both the Bluetooth grip and memory card.
When you pair the camera with a tele zoom like the Sony E 70-350mm lens, you’re taking this camera to another level. You will need a tripod if you intend to create stabile video footage when using this tele lens. Gone is the need to position your camera closer to the stage when shooting school performances. Your camera can be comfortably position way back and far from the crowd. At 350mm focal length, the camera enables you to capture subject from a distant. Bottom line is, this camera is compatible with many lens options out there from prime, short zoom to tele lens. My entire Sony lens collection for full frame (FE lens) and APS-C camera E lens and even my old Minolta A-mount lens when using the correct lens adaptor are all useable. This camera is a very powerful tool for creativity considering those lenses in mind.
One problem that I have in the past when using Sony’s Alpha, NEX and A series cameras for video shooting is overheating of sensor. Sony ZV-E10 does not seem to have this problem as you can shoot videos for more than an hour until the battery is depleted. However, I’m not sure if the performance will sustain in outdoor condition when the day is very hot.
Shooting a vlog is easier with features that really matter: swivelling screen so that you can watch the video live as you’re pointing the lens at yourself and talking to the camera, bokeh button and reliable auto focus. There is also the product showcase feature, which will direct auto focus to an object you want to present in front of the camera. Without activating this specific feature, the camera will try to focus on the person in front of the camera instead of the object that the person wants to present.
The built-in microphone works well in picking up sounds in front of the camera. Sony even included a microphone windshield. The quality should be good enough for most uses and you can always upgrade to external microphone for even better audio quality. It is a nice surprise that Sony includes both headphone and microphone input jack so this means that you can use any microphone (not just Sony branded) and monitor the sound at the same time. My microphone setup is Sony ECM- XYST1M, which plugs right into Sony’s proprietary hot shoe and able to record stereo sounds. I also have a shotgun type monaural microphone.
There is just a couple of things that I have to bear in mind when shooting videos with this camera and this has something to do with the stabilization system, lens selection and framing. First, the camera’s electronic stabilization system crops the picture so you may want to remember this when not using a wide-angle lens. I kind of wish that Sony uses sensor shift image stabilization system but it’s not a big deal since electronic image stabilization system (EIS) seems to work ok. I’m not a big fan of EIS as I still think that sensor shift technology is better while Sony’s balanced optical stabilization system (BOSS) is the best in terms of performance. But having an EIS to work alongside with Optical Stabilization System (OSS) of the lens is still better than just having only OSS to do the job.
If you shoot videos without activating the image stabilization system, the picture will not get cropped while the gyro data is still being recorded by the camera so you will rely solely on the lens’ OSS to stabilize the video. The gyro data stored in the video file is useable when you apply video stabilization in post process by using Sony’s Catalyst Browse software. It seems that the video will not be cropped as bad as if image stabilization were active when shooting the video. It may not be convenient to do this as part of your post-production work flow and not to mention that you did not have the exact framing when you shot the video if you post processed the image stabilization this way.
Second, this is an APS-C camera. For those of you who got used with full frame sensor cameras like Sony A7 series and have been using Sony FE lenses, APS-C sensor changes full frame lens focal length meaning your subject will be captured by the camera closer than what you expect when using a full frame camera. This is the norm because APS-C sensor is smaller than the full frame.
As a vlog camera, Sony also offers the feature to use the camera as a webcam so you can broadcast your content live through social media. It’s a nice feature to have particularly because this camera will likely outperform any webcams out there.
Using the camera for shooting video is simple and enjoyable. The auto mode makes it simple and works well for general purpose. Auto focus is reliable and fast enough. The LCD screen is bright enough. I particularly like the bokeh switch so I can quickly add more background blur in an instant. There’s a soft skin feature so you can make the skin of the subject appears smoother, for example if the subject wants to conceal facial acnes, scars etc.
I also like the zooming function available with certain lens like the kit lens, which makes the whole experience seems like I’m using a Handycam but in a totally different form factor. It’s reminiscent of the past being updated and brought to live in today’s technology. The biggest highlight of the camera is actually its price. As an owner of Sony cameras across different product lines, I think the camera offers great value. I like this camera so much that I would be leaving my Sony A7 III at home when I’m out and about and sure that most of the content I’d be creating is video.
Ok so we have come to the conclusion that this is a great camera. The kit lens will get you started just fine though that the magnification factor (zooming) is not much. The first thing to invest in is a good high-capacity memory card that can support capturing high bitrate 4K videos. Don’t jeopardize your video by using cheap generic brand memory cards. Next maybe you want to buy external microphone and additional lens sometime in the future, after all this is a camera that offers the opportunity to grow with you. This camera is a keeper that should satisfy your content creation needs for years to come.
So who is this camera for? Those who are enthusiastic about creating content. Those who are looking to get a Handycam but are not sure if the thing is even exist anymore today. Those who are thinking of getting an action camera for creating content but never have the intention to do any high energy sports scenes, high impact outdoor actions, or have the need to have a water-resistant camera. This is also a good all-rounder camera for those who are looking for a compact vacation camera. Or this could be a great camera for those who want to update their tech and seek a great value in their investment.
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starRating: 5
title: Powerful, flexible, and competent digital imaging camera
detailedReviews 3: content: So who is this camera FOR?
PROS:
- Sony E-mount
- APS-C sensor (crop sensor)
- fully rotating screen for “selfie” holding
- Rec tally light and boarder (optional settings) to make sure you’re recording
- powered zoom lens that works with sony vlog kit remote
- easy switch to S&Q mode (Slow mo or time lapse) only 120fps slow motion though
- Image stabilization (digital)
- Face and eye auto detect focus and continuous focus
- USB C charging AND webcam/stream option plug and play
- On board mic is actually usable (especially with the supplied wind screen) . It's not gonna be great but you can use it in a pinch. More on this below
- Headphone out jack!! THANK YOU SONY!
CONS:
- Face softening, one touch background blur, and creative style. These are not BAD, they’re just usually not practical to use. Basically bloat
- battery is a bit smaller, which means you need some spares for long days or a charger.
- no EVF (view finder)
BACKGROUND:
Let me start by saying this is my 3rd Sony E-mount camera and officially gives me a “pro level big boy” a “smaller size high end shooter” and a “small travel size day to day shooter” that I can still trust to get good images and video with and all three use the same lenses and menus and accessories. If ever there was a good example of why you should stay in one ecosystem it’s sony E-mount. It allows you to grow and change without losing gear you already purchased.
For ME this meant getting the ZV-E10 over the ZV1. The ability to use my lenses I already had was a big push but I still needed a smaller vlog style camera for out and about days when I didn’t want to carry over 3,000 dollars of heavy equipment for a basic walk n talk. If you don’t have or plan to have more sony camera gear or lenses you may want to get the similar ZV-1 that does not have removable lenses.
UNBOXING AND FIRST IMPRESSION:
So as I said, I’m not exactly new to Sony cameras and therefore, for me, it was pretty much business as usual when I opened that familiar orange box. I have the kit lens model so inside was the body and the 16-50mm powered zoom lens. Also inside is a strap, USB C charging cable and the usual paperwork. I charged the battery up and once it was full I started going over the menu and changing all the things I like to change and set in my Sony menu. Once I customized to my liking I started test shooting and thinking what uses I can get out of this body.
SO WHO’S IT FOR?!!
I feel like the biggest question around this camera has been who is this for. It’s branded as a VLOG camera, and that’s cool, but really that’s just a word we throw around now because it gets the attention of youtubers and vlogers and the likes. But what it means is this is a simplified version of a really really good camera brand at a price that is reasonable for the basic, intro user. This is geared towards people who don’t really know how to shoot manual or use pro gear but they want better quality than an iphone video. That doesn’t mean people who DO know what they’re doing should pass on this. Like me, this is a great camera for pro use too and it’s basically the same guts as their high end lines. What it DOES do is give room for those newbies to grow and still be a useful camera as they learn and try to get off that auto setting.
If you are trying to up your VLOG game or you want to get better at shooting photos and videos or both, this is definitely the camera for you. If you see yourself growing and you’re ok buying more lenses and accessories for your camera, this is definitely the camera for you. If you think you’ll never buy another lens and you plan to use your camera once every couple months, maybe get the zv1 or a small point and shoot. The benefit to the ZVE10 more than anything is the e-mount. This will open your world to higher quality and an amazing range of good sony glass to get just the right image. In my opinion, that is worth the upgrade vs the V1.
TECHNICAL GOODIES:
So if you got this far, you’ve probably decided this may be the camera for you. So what can it do? A lot. Let’s start with the VLOG aspects since that is Sony’s target audience. Can you take this thing, out of the box, and start vlogging down the street? Absolutely. It won’t magically be awesome quality, but it will automatically already be better than stuff you see from phones, or low quality gear.
The on board microphone on this camera is actually really good. Like impressively good for an onboard camera. Usually I would say NEVER use the mic on a camera body for so many reasons, and the ZV-E10 isn’t completely different, but it actually can be used in a pinch and with a touch of work in post, you can have a good audio quality. At least for a youtube video. In reality, for me, I will use the onboard as a backup in case the main mic drops out, bad sound, etc. But if I was making a quick video for home use, I 100% would be ok with the on board mic, something I can’t say about any of my other Sony bodies. Throw the dead cat (wind filter) on and you don’t have to worry about wind noise either. I was hoping to shoot some video examples but I have run out of time but I’m sure there are examples on the internet somewhere to show you how the mic works. Here’s the best part though, as you grow and want to use a better mic you still can. With a mic input AND headphone out, you can use any other mic including a sony shotgun mount on the hot shoe or other accessories they offer and still be able to monitor in real time with the headphone jack. This really is an ALL IN ONE VLOG camera set up.
Image quality has been just as good as audio quality. For video, there is rolling shutter, this has been beaten to the ground, but here’s the thing; if you’re shooting video moving so fast that you see the rolling shutter, then you’re shooting the wrong way. Slow your movements, compose your shots, and use a lower shutter speed and you won’t have the dreaded rolling shutter issues you may have seen complained about.
Photos come out sharp and clean and the crop sensor really shows it’s skills over the older ZV1 which had a smaller sensor. The APSC sensor in the ZVE10 is the same as the 6000 series, one of sony's most respected line of camera bodies, and when I put on some higher end lenses, I was able to get just as good shots with this smaller camera as I can with my 6600. A Sony 50mm f1.8 performs amazing in controlled situations and I shot portraits that I would still be willing to show to clients. That’s saying something for a budget friendly VLOG camera!!
VLOG style shooting was just as easy to use, and the screen flipping around to “selfie” mode was very useful. I have the Sony remote I THINK they now call “VLOGER KIT” but it’s a bluetooth remote and small tripod with some button controls. This includes zoom control that works with the kit lens’ power zoom and the record button for video or photo, all at your fingertips. There is even a custom button. If you’re serious about your VLOG work and you need a good handle but can’t afford an expensive gimbal yet, you should look into the sony remote, it’s really useful and Best Buy also sells it. One last thought on my VLOG test, the REC tally light was useful but I eventually decided to turn off the red border on the display because it felt like too much and was a little distracting. Also if you crank the stabilization settings, you will crop in a considerable amount. So you may want to consider using medium or none and fix any shake later in post production where you have more control over crop and the likes. Also the stabilization is digital, so essentially it is just doing what your post processing software is doing anyway but with less control in camera.
OVERALL:
I really like what Sony is doing with this Z-V series and I don’t think this is so much an update to the ZV1 as much as a second option in the same class. They are both great cameras with different features based on your needs. If you found yourself agreeing with me through this excessively long review, then you probably want to get the ZV-E10 but if you think that sounds like too much, go for the V1, sure. But remember they are about the same cost, if you see yourself growing in this field and want to really get involved in cameras and shooting, then get the E10. You’ll have an amazing starter camera that will grow with you for years and years. Or if you’re a pro level shooter and looking for something small and cheap that you can bring around but still want your pro options, this is also great and will work with all that glass and accessories you already spent money on!
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starRating: 5
title: Great starter camera for content creators
detailedReviews 4: content: So, to start with, I have some background in photography and videography, but vlogging is something I’m relatively new to. Like most people, I started out using my phone, and quickly found myself wanting to do things that it just couldn’t handle very well.
Enter the Sony ZV-E10.
I’ve been playing around with this camera for about a week and have been blown away by the quality of its vlogging features. To start with, Intelligent Auto does exactly what it says. It automatically (and quickly) detects the type of scene that you’re trying to shoot, from landscapes to portraits to macro. It swiftly adjusts to changes in lighting conditions, and the autofocus is among the best I’ve seen. The Product Showcase feature is amazing. I recorded a video of myself making modifications to a circuit board and when bringing something up to the camera, it immediately focuses on it with no extra fuss or needed adjustments. This feature does have some trouble if it can still see your face and tends to stay focused on you if it can see you.
Audio quality is surprisingly high. You can easily use the built-in mic if you want to avoid additional equipment, and get very passable results, though a goo external mic through the 3.5mm jack will still outperform it. The included wind shield does a great job.
As a stills camera, it takes phenomenal shots, even in very low light situations, with grain free results with the included lens. You can leave it on automatic or dial in the settings yourself, just like any other high-quality model. I was personally just planning to use this for vlogging, but I can see it replacing my old Pentax DSLR once I pick up another couple of e-mount lenses.
The included 16-50mm lens has a very smooth rate of transition, and the image stabilization is great, drastically reducing motion blur. It collapses to just under 30mm when retracted, which makes it a super portable and a great choice for pairing with the body. Get the kit that includes it if you don’t already have comparable e-mount lenses. I also tested Sony’s E35mm F1.8 lens, which is just an amazing all-around stills lens with professional results. Photography will always be a part of vlogging. Sometimes you need great product or location stills, and the ability to switch lenses or add filters on the fly makes this invaluable over all-in-one options, in my opinion.
PC connectivity is a no-brainer. Just plug it in via the included USB-C cable and copy your photos. It has a USB Streaming function if you want to use it as a webcam, but it does seem to still encounter some battery drain, so don’t expect it to be always-on in that scenario.
There are PC apps available, but I didn’t really see any benefit to using them. The mobile apps, however, offer a great way to wirelessly import your photos/videos to your Apple or Android phone.
The battery takes several hours to charge, even with a high wattage charger. Consider picking up spares if you have long shooting sessions. Also, if you're the walk-n-talk type of vlogger, definitely pick up the shooting grip. The ZV-E10 isn't uncomfortable to hold by any means, but the grip feels more natural and the controls are more easily accessible.
Ultimately, while the camera does have an array of fantastic features, the biggest one is that it just works. All of the automatic adjustments do what they’re supposed to do, and it streamlines the entire experience. You can pick it up and just run with it, which saves a ton of time dialing in settings. You can still do that if you’re looking to get the perfect shot, but when you’re on the go and just need your equipment to work, the ZV-E10 is ready for whatever you’ve got to throw at it, and that’s possibly it’s most valuable feature.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic features, just works seamlessly
detailedReviews 5: content: So I've been using the ZV-E10 for a few weeks now and since I also have the Sony A6400, I am relatively familiar with the core functions and user interface as the menu is exactly the same on both cameras.
I'm going to try and break this up neatly into different sections so you can skip to the part you're interested in. Let's get into it!
Usability - The ZV-E10 is extremely easy to use especially if you're just starting out. The camera has 3 main modes and will cycle through these modes at the press of a single button.
On the top of the camera you will see a button with a camera/video/S&Q icon. This is the mode button and will switch from taking photos to videos and also that buttery smooth slow motion setting (slow & quick). I think this is great because by default the camera is set up for automatic in each of these modes so if you're not familiar with manual settings of cameras, Sony has you covered here. Just press, select and shoot!
The ZV-E10 also has way less buttons to worry about with a simplified approach, I really dig it. There is a button for everything you NEED, and you can also customize a bunch of buttons to be shortcuts for your favorite features. So I think less is more here,,,,
Swapping out different lenses is also very easy to do with the press of a button and a twist of the lens, you're off to changing your entire outlook on what you can capture depending on the lens that you install. This is another great feature and is also what separates it from being an all in one point and shoot, which are great cameras but are limited in their capabilities.
Now even though I believe this camera to be great for beginners, it's also a great tool for intermediate to advanced level users.. I personally will be using this for B-Roll and a Second camera angle while shooting my YouTube videos. It's honestly perfect for that.
Quality -
The ZV-E10 comes with Sony's 24MP Mirrorless Crop Sensor that is tried and true. The image quality is crisp and clean and performs very well in low light situations providing you are using the correct lens for low light situations. I also have the Sony 35mm f1.8 lens and if you're looking for a great all around lens that has exceptional low light capabilities as well as a walk around portrait lens to pair with this camera, then I highly recommend you pick up this lens. Its perfect size and capabilities will bring the ZV-E10 to life when it comes to that amazing background blur and excellent low light capability.
The video quality again just like mentioned before with photos is exceptional for a camera this small and light. If you're looking to start a YouTube channel or use it for social media, perhaps just as a second camera for B-Roll, then for the price and what you get, you can't go wrong.
Other things to note is the Auto focus is ROCK solid!! This comes with eye auto focus for both human and pets, in photo and video mode!!!! That's awesome especially because my A6400 does not have these features in Video mode. Another reason why I will be using this for video over my A6400.
Audio - There are 2 parts to this!
1- The onboard microphone and the onboard speakers. Just to be quick the onboard speakers are just good enough for you to hear what was recorded, but not good enough for you to tell the quality of what was recorded. Luckily Sony has you covered with a headphone port on the side of the camera which is an AMAZING feature in a camera of this price. This will allow you to monitor your audio levels while recording as well as playback your videos to hear the audio. This is a game changer! My A6400 doesn't even have this feature!
2- The other part of the audio is the On-Board Mic. On the top of the camera you will see this large perforated square and this is where the microphones are located. Now being that sony is marketing this to a vlogger type customer, they have specifically worked on this part of the camera and I can tell you that compared to my A6400, the audio is actually surprisingly good straight out of the camera. Of course you also have a microphone jack on the side of the camera to plug in an external microphone to get the best sound possible.
Screen -
Now what everyone has been waiting for!! The new fold out screen is a new feature on a camera in this price range, and sooooo many people have been waiting for this! Especially content creators…. I have been using the A6400 and while I love that screen because it flips up and I can properly frame myself, I LOVE< LOVE >LOVE this new flip out/swivel screen. It's just nice and easy to operate and maneuver to get certain shots. I feel like all of the Sony cameras going forward should ( and probably will ) get this new feature. Now the screen itself is very nice and the colors are true to what your eyes see , and I generally had no problem with it until I took the camera outside. Using this camera outside in the sun was very difficult. There is a brightness option to increase the brightness to max brightness, however it was still difficult to see and being that the camera DOES NOT have a viewfinder, taking pictures with this camera is almost impossible in sunny bright situations. So it's obvious sony is aiming this camera at people who make videos over those who primarily take pictures. Just keep that in mind.
Battery Life -
Okay so battery life is pretty good with this camera. I would say on average with what I get with my A6400, maybe just a slight bit better because it's newer and possibly has some optimization done to its processor. I'm just guessing here.
It's hard for me to give a battery life estimate on the camera because I use it a little here and a little there. I haven't used it constantly until the battery depletes, but I would say it's probably going to be good for most people, and if you're a power user you will already know to grab some spares to keep in your bag.
Stabilization -
So while Sony is gearing this camera towards Vloggers, I would say not to count on the in body stabilization, as it is only electronic and in my testing doesn't really work that well.
In the days of using it I noticed that it has a significant crop factor ( zooms in on you ) to the point where it's very difficult to get your surroundings in the frame with you when shooting. I also noticed that when using it, it creates a small blur every-time a foot step is taken. To me the constant blurring of the person is worse than the slight shaking of the background with the electronic stabilization on. I prefer to turn off the Active Steadyshot stabilization which gives me a larger frame to shoot my video in as well as no blurring of my face when I'm walking. AND if you walk gently with the included 16-50 kit lens, you will be fine. Those who will be filming from a seated position or moving around minimally, such as panning shots, you will be completely fine with the steady shot set to standard which will turn on the steady shot in the lense that you're using. In my case the kit lens which has it built in.
Sony Shooting Grip -
Now I want to throw this in there for those of you who are looking to VLOG with this camera or anyone who is looking for some type of control of the camera while holding it in one hand.
The shooting grip is surprisingly GOOD. I don't think I would have ever bought one but now that I used it, and with this camera, I can see the value in it. It makes holding the camera much more comfortable as well as giving you one finger control over the recording, shutter, and zoom functions of your camera using a low energy bluetooth technology. It's also great for when you find a seat to place the camera on a table in front of you to continue shooting your videos.
If you're looking to VLOG I would say to really give the Shooting Grip a look. You might just love it!
Final Thoughts -
There's so much more to this camera, and if I sat here and wrote about it all, well it would take a looooooong time. I tried to structure this review and hopefully it will help you with your decision in purchasing a camera. I started with Canon and then used Sony, and fell in love with their cameras. There's something magical about them and I feel as if they inspire creativity in me. Maybe they will do the same for you!
* NOTE : THIS CAMERA DOES NOT COME WITH A VIEWFINDER AND BECAUSE OF THAT I CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS CAMERA FOR PHOTOGRAPHY ALONE
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starRating: 5
title: Inspires creativity, makes content alive
detailedReviews 6: content: The ZV-E10 is Sony’s latest entry to their Alpha camera line, intended for content creators. It’s clear this camera is designed mainly for video content and is focused on anyone who is looking to break into the vlogging craze and it really does excel in this arena, both from the feature set and price point. And it takes great still pictures as well.
This kit comes with the ZV-E10 body and a Sony 16-50mm lens. This camera uses Sony E-mount interchangeable lenses so you have the ability to use a large selection of lenses to suit your shooting needs.
The ZV-E10 is light and compact. Holding the camera, while small, feels stable in my big hands, although I prefer to use the camera on a grip like the Sony GP-VPT2BT Bluetooth Wireless Shooting Grip which also gives you a little extra distance if you are shooting selfies.
There isn't a viewfinder on the ZV-E10 - this is accomplished with the LCD touch screen which swings out from the rear of the camera and can be rotated to the front or rear of the camera. While the display does have touch, it's limited to selecting focus points only. On the subject of focus, this camera has the fastest autofocus I’ve seen.
Another thing that isn't on the ZV-E10 is a flash. However, you can add one via the multi-interface shoe.
My favorite feature of the ZV-E10 is the Bokeh (background blur) button. While the same effect can be had by using settings for those familiar, the button allows you to not have to mess with any manual settings, just press the button and you instantly get a bokeh effect that looks great. Another great vlogger feature is the Product Showcase feature. Just press the button and the camera will automatically change focus from your face to anything that you hold in front like a product or part that you are explaining. No more using a hand to guide the focus. Finally, slow-motion, just push the button to get decent slow-motion shots - it doesn't get any easier.
The ZV-E10 does offer two image stabilization options, Standard if your lens supports Sony’s Optical Steady Shot (OSS) and Active which adds a severe crop to your content. The camera also records all the gyro info in it's files so you can also use Sony’s Catalyst Browse software which adds another step in your workflow but does a better job and allows you to shoot with no stabilization to get a larger image.
4K video is very good aside from the rolling shutter when there is fast movement of the subject/content. Colors were accurate and did not require correction in post productiopn. Low light videos were just ok with the kit lens.
Audio is captured with a 3-capsule microphone on top of the camera and it does a great job. There is a wind cover which works great as well. The ZV-E10 also has a microphone jack and headphone jack to monitor audio. You can also use the multi-interface shoe to connect to several Sony microphones.
The ZV-E10 can be used as a webcam simply by connecting the USB-C and turning on streaming in the menu.
Battery Life was as rated, I got about 90 minutes of shooting per charge.
The menu does not allow touch control, you have to use the dials but after using it a few times and learning the layout of the pages it was easy to navigate. The menu is cluttered and a bit confusing however, it does provide plenty of personalization via the “my menu” setting.
Formats
I really like Sony’s ZV-E10. Shooting video on automatic right out of the box was easy to do and the results were pleasing. The camera isn't perfect or groundbreaking but it does what it's supposed to do for the price. Yes, I would recommend the Sony ZV-E10 to a friend.
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title: Designed for vloggers, excels in its arena
detailedReviews 7: content: Sony ZV-E10 has a 24MP APS-C sensor, an E-mount, an adequate grip, and it’s powered by Sony’s NP-FW50 batteries. The camera captures 4K video at up to 30 FPS. Sony’s made the ZV-E10 lightweight, with the compact body taking less space in a kit bag. It is designed for Vloggers.When I got the Sony ZV-E10, I can feel that Sony tried to merge the A6xxx and ZV-1. Sony added the new features, like the front tally light, three capsules audio mic, a vary-angle LCD screen, and a button to soften the background to A6xxx and become ZV-E10.The ZV-E10 offers a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor with a native ISO range of 100-32,000 with excellent eye and subject-tracking AF. It also includes the ZV-1’s vlogger-friendly Bokeh Switch mode which can blur the background or bring it into focus. The product showcase mode is apply AF settings best suited for presenting products and switch the AF. The video 4K/30fps recording is taken from oversampled 6K. And, the slow-motion can be recorded up to 1080p / 120 frame.The ZV-E10 has directional and three-capsule microphones built-in with windscreen included and 3.5mm headphone jacks included. The sounds good for speaking. If you look at the top of the camera, the microphone grill takes up about a third of the space. You can also use it for live streaming via USB.The ZV-E10 doesn't have in-body image stabilization is the only drawback, but it does have real-time electronic “Active” stabilization. It can cover most cases, but in-body image stabilization is still better if you are recording the video outdoor.Overall, Sony ZV-E10 is a great content creation camera. It has a lot of simplifications made to help content creators create professional videos. It is much smaller than A6xxx, but with E-mount, you have a lot lens can use to create a professional video. If you want a compact camera with interchangeable lenses. Sony ZV-E10 is a great choice.
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starRating: 5
title: Great content creation camera, compact with E-mount
detailedReviews 8: content: When Sony first released their ZV-1 it was a remarkably interesting take on a piece of kit focused on vloggers: a small body, great built-in microphones, a larger screen with no electronic view finder, and a large assortment of features crafted to support all sorts of video shooting scenarios. When I started my home renovations I became especially interested in its successor, the ZV-E10, which introduces interchangeable lenses, a larger sensor, and heavily improved autofocus and tracking.
SUMMARY: This camera builds on the already respectable ZV-1 with fantastic additions which will allow the creators to grow their recording capabilities as their needs evolve making it a great first camera for the budding blogger.
PROS:
- Interchangeable e-mount lenses provide huge flexibility and value especially for existing Sony users.
- Bigger APS-C sensor and heavily improved autofocus tracking.
- Accessories like the grip and app help accommodate different shooting needs.
CONS:
- Videos have a very noticeable rolling shutter when the camera is moved a lot and subject is still – this issue also presents itself in low-light stills.
- While this is a good mirrorless still camera – it could be made better with a built-in or optional electronic viewfinder for those who prefer it.
The ZV-E10 has a ton of features and is designed to give people looking to get into the vlogging space with a single primary camera and accessory bundle to get the job done. Frankly, there are so many things it can do that any complete review would turn into a short novel – so I plan on talking about the most important/impressive features, how I used them and how you might use them, as well as some tips that I have along the way.
DESIGN:
The most important design aspect is the compact size. While most will want to carry other lenses, you could toss the camera and charger into a small purse or bag and be ready to take on day. The body is a combination of metal and plastic and it feels well built – there is a digital hot shoe at the top for mounting flashes or microphones (more on this later). The grip has a nice rubbery feel, but due to the size of the camera it feels a little cramped, which is why I’d recommend the shooting grip accessory (more on this later) There is a large 3” flip-out screen and all the standard buttons you would expect to find along with a dedicated video record button – as this is a vlogging camera. There are also specific function buttons that do neat things like blur out the background, switch to slow motion capture, and focus on products that you hold in front of the camera. On the bottom is a standard 1/4 20 threaded mount for attaching accessories and mounting tripods. Along the size of the camera you have USB-C, micro HDMI, 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a 3.5 mm mic phone jacket – props to Sony for providing all the ports one could ever want.
SPECS:
Now on to the information that really matters. The ZV-E10 moves up to an APS-C sensor from the 1” on the ZV-1. This larger sensor and higher megapixel count of 24.2 means even sharper photos and oversampling in video taking a 6K frame down to a 4K frame. Speaking of video you will be able to shoot 1080p up to 120 fps and 4K at 30 fps. Also new here is the E-mount allowing you a choice of over 60 available lenses styles. There is a 3 microphone stereo array, which when paired with the included wind screen produced fantastically clear audio by itself, but long term you may opt add an external microphone to the mix by taking advantage of the digital audio hotshoe or 3.5 mm jack. Also improved is the battery life. I was able to get 70-90 minutes depending on the resolution which is excellent for this form-factor and battery size. Not to forget, this camera also shoots stills at 11 fps with continuous autofocus for quick moving subjects.
ACCESSORIES & LENSES:
There were two accessories that were included in my kit, the first is an essential for anybody considering this camera – the control grip. This is a Bluetooth connected grip that allows one to zoom in/out (with a compatible lens), start recording, and trigger the handy background blur effect. The unit helps tremendously with hand fatigue that you would encounter by using just the camera by itself – due to its small size. It also flips out and doubles as a table tripod if you are recording solo and need to shoot video while using both of your hands.
The second is a 70-350 mm F4.5-6.3 lens with OSS (Sony’s in lens stabilization). While you probably won’t be shooting a selfie vlog with this lens, it does highlight the flexibility of this camera's e-mount and allows you to capture some dynamic video and long-range stills.
While I didn’t have an external mic to test, it’s worth noting that there are several options which one can attach into the digital hotshoe – these include shotgun mics as well as wireless microphones, great for people who might be demonstrating or speaking at a distance away from the camera.
USE-CASES:
If you haven’t figured out the name of the game yet, it’s versatility and I feel like the best way to describe this is by talking about different shooting scenarios and needs that you may encounter and what features the ZV-E10 has to tackle these. This might involve different hardware capabilities or software modes or some combination of the lenses and accessories.
- On-the-go (videoing subject) – In this case and the next you will make excellent use of the shooting grip which will give you excellent one-hand control. You can also add the 75-350 lens and capture wide angle of a scene and then zoom in on your subject. The flexibility of using other e-mount lenses is a huge plus here over the ZV-1 and really gives you the opportunity to grow with this camera as you develop your style.
- On-the-go (videoing self) - While the kit lens is great, if you are planning on self-vlogging you should consider opting for a wider angle 10-18mm F4 lens. This gives you a wider angle of view and plenty of margin to turn on active stabilization (which will crop your video) and still be comfortable not having to fully extend your arm to keep your head and body in frame.
- Stationary (videoing self) – Another use case you will certainly have is setting up the camera on a tripod to shoot yourself talking or demonstrating a certain activity or product. In these cases you might not have help and you may want to make adjustments while standing in front of the camera. In these scenarios the Sony Imaging Edge Mobile app is an excellent tool. This is a free app that Sony offers that connects to your camera over Wi-fi. It allows you to remotely control the camera, change modes, and settings. It also gives you the ability to view a live feed and recorded content so that you can get everything set exactly right without being behind the camera.
- Live Streaming – In the age of Covid and vlogging, everybody needs a good webcam and the ZV-E10 is no slouch. They made it amazingly easy to engage live with fans, by simple plugging in the camera through the USB-C port. It registers as an external video/audio device and you are off to the races. This allows you to use it in the default camera app on your PC to record video locally or as a device input for live streaming to your favorite social media platform.
- Product Showcasing – This is a handy feature that works extremely well. When enabled via the options menu or dedicated button, you can hold an object in front of the camera and it will automatically focus on that object. When you pull the object away, it will refocus on you. It’s a specific use-case, but one that any vlogger will eventually need so it’s nice to see it built right in.
- Slow motion – Sony includes an S&Q mode, which stands for Slow and Quick. The purpose of the mode is to record video with the intention of it being in slow motion – i.e. when you play it back you will observe the clip being 4x slower @ 120fps. This dramatically improves your processing/editing time by allow the camera to do it for you.
- Stills – Again, while the focus of this camera is video – you can still get some great stills with it. Quickly moving objects are a little difficult to snap due to the lack of a digital viewfinder, but with the default kit lens I was able to snap some beautiful sunsets, landscapes, and portraits while taking advantage of the background blurring capability. It also has a built-in mode for panoramic pictures as well which did an excellent job stitching together the stream of photographs.
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starRating: 4
title: Great for vlogging, good quality photos
detailedReviews 9: content: After having this camera for about a week I have extensively tested its functionality and put it through its paces. First off, I have other Sony E Mount lenses which helped to enhance my testing and review of this camera. Let me start off with this statement. This camera is a game changer for the vlogger. First off, having a camera primarily focused on video and including the ability for interchangeable lenses bridges the gap between an all in one vlog camera, and a prosumer production camera. This camera when using it to vlog has a nicely sized display which has a very crisp clarity to see yourself as a confidence monitor. The ability to add a wireless handheld remote/tripod/monopod which controls zoom, record, and a few other things is ideal for those who love using the electronic zoom kit lens. Even with a prime or manual zoom lens I found myself still using the monopod. Let’s talk stabilization. The cameras ability to remove handheld shakes and the vibration from walking is impressive. I didn’t find much artifacting when using the kit lens or wide angle lenses. However once you attach let’s say a 70-300mm that’s where you’ll start to see it struggle at full zoom. However, if you’re using a zoom lens at that length handheld, you really should be using a tripod unless capturing stills. When using a telephoto zoom lens and a fast panning of left to right I expected to see slight tearing with this grade of camera, however, impressively there was none and the camera kept up with the demanding shot style. Using the product showcase mode and getting that easy bokeh effect and quick focus was such a hit. No matter what I did, or the size of the object the camera kept up with me. The battery life was as advertised and not far off expectancies based upon heat and environment. Audio wise I expected tinny and lots of mids and highs, I was wrong. This on board camera actually was able to capture lower frequencies than I expected and the wind cancellation was also very nice. I tested lots of shots at my nearby airport on a windy day and the camera was able to decipher the difference between wind, and a turbine engine prop spinning. The stereo pickup was quite accurate as well. The ability to use as a USB camera for streaming was awesome too! The simple way to wrap up this review: If you’re looking for a good started vlog camera with high quality video, fast frame rates, high resolution, nice audio, and the ability to upgrade, look no further.
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starRating: 5
title: Game changer for vloggers, high quality video
detailedReviews 10: content: I've been really impressed with how easy it is to use this Sony ZV-E10 for content recording. The camera is also relatively small and lightweight which has made it extremely practical for on the go content. While I've mainly used the camera to record in various lighting conditions and locations, pictures are also absolutely stunning! I'm by no means a professional photographer (but want better quality footage than what a smartphone can produce) so I really appreciate a lot of the features that Sony packed into this camera in order to automatically optimize my recorded content and pictures without having to make a lot of complicated adjustments. I also love the idea of having interchangeable lens on a compact vlog camera. As I get more serious about sharing my hobbies on content media platforms, I really appreciate that I have a wide option of image capture capabilities while at the same time getting professional grade image quality without having to go for a much more serious camera. I've listed some of the pros and cons below that I encountered while using this camera indoors and outdoors in various lighting conditions.
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PROS:
+1080p 120fps or 4k 30fps recording
+Interchangeable lens
+Decent three capsule onboard microphone (included wind muff seems to actually help with mitigating wind noise)
+Incredibly fast auto focus! I cannot stress how good it is
+Dedicated button for background defocus (quickly blurs background to focus on subject)
+Dedicated button for product showcase (extremely convenient if youre recording yourself showcasing a product. It will automatically shift the focus from your face to the object you're showcasing)
+Fully articulated flip out screen for when youre vlogging
+Big red border on the screen AND a tally light to immediately let me know when I'm recording
+Jack for external microphone
+USB-C + USB streaming mode makes this a great livestream cam and a much better option than traditional streaming webcams
+Micro HDMI output to connect to a TV or external display
+Headphone jack to monitor audio
+Intelligent Auto (scene recognition) did a great job of brightening up my face when going from brighter lighting conditions to lower lighting conditions
+Ability to quickly transfer videos and pictures from the camera to my phone or tablet with Sony's Imaging Edge Mobile App
+The help guide on Sony's site for this camera is extremely useful and simple
+Easy to navigate on screen menu
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CONS:
-No electronic viewfinder
-No weather sealing
- Respectable battery life but a little on the shorter side (I got a little over 2 hours when recording...although this isn't a problem indoors if you keep it plugged in and charging with a USB-C cable or if you carry a battery bank with you on the go)
-Active stabilization ON results in a significant crop (I found a good solution for this was to record my videos with stabilization off and then render my videos through Sony's free catalyst browse software to stabilize my videos there instead. This resulted in the smooth footage I wanted without the crop!)
- No 4k 60 recording
Overall, I think this camera is perfectly suited for social media content creators, product unboxing/review videos, tutorial videos, streamers, and on the go vloggers who want serious image quality but don't have an extensive background with photography equipment and settings. I also think the Sony vlogger accessory kit for this camera is a must and I can't recommend it enough. Incredibly convenient wireless grip with quick access buttons for on the go and also converts to a small stable tripod. If you're someone looking for a new camera that records great videos and takes some good stills but don't want to break the bank, definitely give this one a shot!
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starRating: 5
title: Perfectly suited for social media creators
detailedReviews 11: content: The Sony Alpha ZV-E10 is a great camera choice for vloggers. I have been using my smartphone for recording my YouTube videos until I got this camera. The phone did an okay job, but was missing a lot of features to really make vlogging easier and look and sound better.
I’ve been trying out the ZV-E10 and as I’m learning how to use it, I’m really liking it. My favorite vlogging feature is the product showcase setting. With the setting turned on, the camera quickly and seamlessly changes focus from me to the product I’m holding up in the frame. As soon as I move the product out of frame, the focus is right back on me. This is so helpful when I’m showing my viewers something. It keeps what I want in focus and the transition is practically instantaneous.
Although I wish there was a viewfinder on this camera, the digital screen is sized as well as can be while keeping the camera small enough to carry around without too much fatigue. The screen can be flipped to virtually any position for easy viewing. It is a little hard to see clearly while outside in direct sunlight however.
The camera has an extensive menu so that you can leave things on automatic or manual or somewhere in between. It really gives you a lot of options to work with. You can also blur out the background for great portraits with just the push of a button.
The camera comes with a 16-50mm power zoom lens. You also have the capability to switch out that lens with any Sony E-mount lens, and there are loads of accessories you can use on the hot shoe mount. The microphone is flush with the top of the camera to reduce wind noise. You can also use the provided furry wind blocker to cut down on wind noise even more. It slides into the shoe mount and puts a furry little blanket over the microphone. The sound quality is good enough for me, but if it wasn’t, I could just put the external microphone of my choice on top. There are 3.5mm jacks on the side of the camera for microphone and headphones. There is also a USB-C jack and mini HDMI jack.
I have my camera attached to the (sold separately) Sony GP-VPT2BT Bluetooth Shooting Grip with Wireless Remote Commander. This makes recording videos even easier because I can access the record button from the front of the camera instead of having to go behind the camera and get resituated after starting to record. It’s easy to tell when you’re recording too, because a red rectangle appears around the border of the screen during recording. I can also use my smartphone with the Sony Imaging Edge Mobile app to remotely control my camera. I’m so happy to not have to un-mic/re-mic and go back and forth between being in front of the camera and behind the camera!
Images and video are recorded onto an SD card. I can transfer images to my computer by removing the card or via Wi-fi. Wi-fi takes a long time to transfer videos, but it's there in a pinch. The camera comes with the Sony NP-FW50 rechargeable battery, which so far has lasted long enough to not run out during recording.
I am in love with this camera and can't wait to use it more and more!
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starRating: 5
title: Love this camera, can't wait to use more
detailedReviews 12: content: Be in now doubt this is aimed 100% at anyone creating video content. The box literally screams “Made for Vlogging”.
The design of the body targets video recording well. The camera is compact and easy to hold (especially using the optional grip). It has a fully articulating screen (please Sony put this on all your cameras!). There’s no eye viewfinder and Sony have removed some of the photography buttons- replacing them with buttons vloggers need. This might be a bit annoying when you’re taking still photos. It takes very good photos, but that shouldn’t be your primary use and if it is- there are better options for you in the Sony range.
Shooting Video-
-Vertical video- adored this option- so much content these days is for mobile and this camera makes it easy to record it the right way straight into the camera- so no messing about afterwards.
-Background de-focus- this is a pre-set button on top of the camera and its something your going to use- you flick the switch and it changes from clear to blurry. It works whilst recording and is pretty instant and doesn’t detract from the video you’re shooting.
-Inputs- has all the essentials- mic, headphones and it allows charging whilst in use.
-Amazing best in class auto focus- having used Sony for a number of years I know how good the auto focus can be- it just works really well. Leaving you to worry about the content of the video and not if the content is in focus.
-The camera has a “product showcase” feature- which is great if your doing videos and want to hold something up for the camera to focus on- it just snaps into focus on the item and then back to you when you move it out of frame. I was able to get the item to focus much closer to the camera on different lenses to the supplied kit lens- but if that’s all you have you will soon work out the distance you can work in.
-Cinema Profiles- this is something I haven’t used yet- this is something extra that by using a specific camera like the ZV-E10 you can add to your content. I hope to start experimenting with these in the near future.
-Microphone has been upgraded versus a normal Sony camera. It is very clear and the supplied furry cover for windy weather is a neat touch. It hasn’t been very windy so I’ve not been able to test that bit. You may want to plug in a separate microphone, however its good to know the camera can perform fine without doing so.
-I like the powered zoom lens and I think it will work for a lot of people. The fact that the camera then has a zoom toggle button on the body is great and very well thought out. (Also works on optional grip)
-Stabilisation (Called Steadyshot) is good. Two modes- Active and Standard. Active introduces a crop (makes the camera look closer) but does a great job of smoothing out say walking. Standard less so- but I liked the standard look more- felt more natural and didn’t make the camera look so close to you.
-Camera automatically did a good job of making sure my face was exposed even with bright backgrounds.
-Flexibility to change the lens to adapt to your specific video content needs.
-And the main thing- the video quality- well as you would expect it was exceptionally clear and detailed.
Niggles-
-The charging light is under the cable when inserted and quite hard to see- so you have to manipulate the camera to make sure the light is on and you’re on charge.
-The SD card slot- easy to put in. Not so easy to remove as its right up against the battery door cover and whilst my fingers aren’t that big, it was tricky to grab hold of the card to remove.
-Power Zoom Lens- when I took this lens off and put on a non powered lens- every time I knocked the zoom button- I got a message over the full screen telling me this function couldn’t be used – I couldn’t work out how to stop this message being displayed. This might just be me. Also, note the noise of the zoom is picked up when using the in-camera microphone.
In Summary-
If your currently creating content on a phone/tablet/action camera and want a big step up in the quality and creavtivity in your workflow then this is aimed at you (and me). It’s a bit of kit that will grow my skillset. Don’t be put off- its easy to use if your new to a camera- but has the spec and options to allow you to play with more advanced video content tools when your ready.
Just remember growing might mean more kit.
So, if your base is the camera and the kit 16-50MM powered lens. Then its likely future investments will be either 1- the Sony Grip (GP-VPT2BT) which is a must if your moving around in your content, but its also great as a desk stand as it makes it easy to access the essential buttons (I bought this). And 2- at some stage you may want an additional lens to match your style of video content, and Sony have loads for every situation.
If that adds up to too much money then look at the Sony ZV-1 camera- which is the step below but still an awesome bit of kit (fixed lens).
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title: Great all round vlogging camera, easy process
detailedReviews 13: content: I’m not a vlogger, by no stretch of anyone’s imagination could I be called a vlogger.
I am a middle aged man who loves clever technology. My 11-year-old son is a vlogger and runs his own YouTube channel with only his mates as followers – a whole handful of them.
So, for me, the ZV-E10 is a very different proposition than to my son.
The short review is… we both love it, for very different and identical reasons – but for totally different applications. Read on…
When we go on holiday one of the first questions the kids will ask is.. “Dad, will you make a holiday movie…?”. I’ve created the habit of making a movie for every holiday we’ve ever been on – you know the kind, 20 minutes long, lots of footage of the kids on zip wires, beaches and fairground rides mixed with some Kidz Bop type music. The kids love them, and show them all to their mates and grandparents with glowing pride.
What they have never noticed, is that the “movie” can be a bit old fashioned – steady camera shots, everything perfectly in focus and framed – and to the casual observer the fun could be seen as staged. They lacked life. They are filmed more like a documentary on ancient history.
The ZV-E10 changed that.
I’ve been using it now for a couple of weeks, and that coincided with our annual August family vacation. Now normally, I’d have captured my content on a smartphone – which is all well and good. But this year I left the smartphone in my pocket and committed to capturing everything on the ZV-E10.
I acquired the handy (pun intended) bluetooth remote/handle/grip accessory and easily paired and attached it, and this somehow transformed me into a cool content maker.
Whilst the camera itself is the real star (and I’ll come onto that), the Sony GP-VPT2BT Handigrip took it up a level. It inspired me to get mobile, to get low down and high up angles of stills and video footage that I’d have never even thought of previously. I moved around my subjects.
That inspiration, from an admittedly clever bit of Bluetooth enabled / remote control plastic turned me into the cool content maker I described.
I’d realised that this cool device could open up a whole new world of possibilities for the holiday movie – and so delved into the features of the real star of the show – the ZV-E10 that was attached to the end of it. This was when my mind was really blown, and I thought for a moment that I could be the next Michael Bay.
I mentioned earlier that my previous movies had been a bit steady and staged – so first I discovered the Active Mode – which stabilizes the image – this removed one of my pet hates of home movies – shaky filming!
The simple single switch to activate blurry mode – which switches depth control on and off at the flick of a switch resulting in that beautiful, blurred background that makes everything look so professional.
The quick autofocus, which allowed a spirited lap or two on the go-karts to become like a James Bond car chase as I was filming in selfie mode, with the kids trailing behind me – the focus switch from me to them was almost instant.
The ability to monitor live what I was filming on the handy flip out rotating screen.
Slow motion capture – this worked great with the kids bodyboarding in the waves.
So now I felt like a movie maker, and after quickly transferring the footage and stills via WiFi to my tablet device – I did a quick edit and I have to say I was blown away by the end result – the colours, the light, the movement and the focus really made my previous efforts look like a nature documentary from the 70’s.
Whilst this camera delivered all the clever technology you could wish for (and then some), the side benefit was it gave life and excitement to something that had previously been so dull.
Everything I filmed and photographed seemed alive.
My son has now swiped it from me and has been using it for live streaming and recording online videos.
His response… It’s super cool.
Enough said, well done Sony.
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title: Gives life and excitement to dull content
detailedReviews 14: content: I sourced this camera to record some training videos for work having been previously impressed with Sony cameras. I love the quality feel of the camera and it has a nice weight balance. The interchangeable lenses are great for a range of specific uses, but I'll probably stick with the lens that came with it or a wide angle for the training videos.
There are a huge range of settings that you can configure on the camera, like my old SLRs, but in most cases I'm happy to use the automatic settings that allow me to point and record. The photos are great quality, but for lower light conditions the tripod option is a good additional asset. I did some test shots with the camera at a local river and mill in the peak district and got nice shots with good colour and contrast in standard auto mode. I then tried the manual aperture and speed settings to get some great shots of the flowing water to see how that function worked.
The video recording or live streaming is the primary aim of the camera and it doesn’t disappoint, the great feature of the product showcase allows you to hold something to the camera and it rapidly focus on that and blurs the background. This has worked flawlessly and makes me want to use it more in the technical videos.
Sound quality with the in-built microphone array is very good and it worked especially well outside with the dead mouse wind deflector. I went for a walk in the park to test out the stabilisation feature whilst doing a small piece to camera and it performed extremely well.
I'm aiming to use it for live streaming in the next meeting when we're in the office to get a better view of the team rather than the inbuilt laptop camera and microphone and expect it will be perfect for that too.
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title: Great for training videos, easy to use
detailedReviews 15: content: I chose the Sony ZV-E10 over the Nikon Z30 and Fujifilm X-S10 for four main reasons:
1. Better autofocus than the competition.
2. Lighter rig due to better/lighter lens selections (Sony 11mm F/1.8).
3. Sony community. There is more information to help with getting the most out of Sony cameras than the competition.
4. Less expensive than the Fujifilm X-S10.
5. Usage of Gyroscopic data for post production stabilization (Catalyst Browse).
Main Cons compared to competition:
1. Lacks IBIS that is included with the Fujifilm X-S10.
2. Nikon Z30 and Fujifilm have better kit lenses.
3. Heavier crops for active stabilization and 4k 30fps.
A note about stabilization that I noticed that I did not find in my research: BOTH digital stabilization and post-processing stabilization work better with shutter speeds over 1/200. IBIS and Lens stabilization ONLY don't do much for video. High shutter speeds are usually only mentioned as a CON of using post-production programs like Catalyst Browse (which is the only thing I'm aware of that comes close to replacing a gimbal. Yes, you sacrifice motion blur effects.
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starRating: 4
title: Better autofocus than competition, lighter rig
detailedReviews 16: content: This is my first mirrorless camera so no point of reference. But it's very light and fun to use. Beginner photographers like me may find the myriad settings daunting, not helped by the 577 pages manual. Don't start with that!
I doubted my ability to master this new device and considered returning it.
I found a great tutorial for this camera on the usual free video sharing platform. It really helped demystify the whole thing. And also made me less shy about handling the camera itself.
A couple of days later I also had a 1-2-1 online tutorial with Jessops. Best price on the market and extremely knowledgeable tutor. HIGHLY recommend.
So a week into it, and because I understand the camera much better, using it now feels like fun rather than overwhelming. The quality of the pictures and videos I have made using the 16-50mm kit lens is excellent (referring to resolution etc, not to my composition. Alas).
I really like that you can get to your controls several ways and you can assign short cuts to custom keys. The Fn key is also genius - and customisable.
So many great features to help you get the best results. It just makes you want to get out there and start shooting
The Sony ZV-E10 feels solid, nimble, responsive, easy to hold and incredible value for money. I'm really glad to have chosen this camera.
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starRating: 5
title: Solid, nimble, responsive, incredible value
detailedReviews 17: content: Nice new entry into Sony's line of cameras. Great video up to 4k with a lot of options geared especially for vloggers but also great for any user. Also really good for still photos.
Good sound for video with the built in mike but you can add an external one if you prefer. Has adjustable sound level and even shows level meters on the display (you can switch them off if you don't want to see them). Or you can just leave them on their auto setting.
You can customize the functions of 5 of the external buttons for options you use a lot but the built in functions work well for most users.
Has a ton of options if you really want to tweak everything or you can just use the defaults which include a lot of auto adjustment right out of the box. Makes it easy for beginners but also versatile for more advanced users. Changeable lens gives you even more options. Requires a sd card so add that expense if you don't already have one. Works great with the vlogger kit (sold separately) which includes a small tripod/handle/bluetooth remote and 64Gb sd card.
I like the size, small but not too small, feels comfortable in my hands. Smaller cameras feel a bit awkward to me. Also a smaller display would be harder to read. This one is just right.
If you want more info the full manual is here https://helpguide.sony.net/ilc/2070/v1/en/index.html
It's 577 pages so get ready for some reading.
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title: Great video and still photos, customizable functions
detailedReviews 18: content: Image Quality:PERFECT
My recent purchase of the Sony ZVe10 camera from the official Sony store has been nothing short of exceptional. The camera's performance exceeds my expectations, capturing stunning images and offering versatile shooting options. The buying experience at the official store was smooth, with knowledgeable staff providing helpful insights.
The build quality of the ZVe10 is impressive, and its user-friendly interface makes it accessible for both enthusiasts and professionals. I highly recommend purchasing this camera from the official Sony store for a seamless and rewarding experience
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title: Exceptional performance, user-friendly interface
detailedReviews 19: content: The VZ-E10 aimed at Vloggers by Sony is very well designed and built. With its 24MP CMOS sensor it takes beautiful videos and stills. It comes with a reliable autofocus system with both face and eye detection. the camera also has a built-in drectional microphone with windscreen.
The camera will produce 440 still shots per charge and 80 minutes of continuous video record per charge. One battery comes with the camera. I'd recommend buying a couple of spares to keep you shooting. The Sony ZV-E10 is capable of Livestreaming via a USB-C connection. Vertical video recording is also supported.
The camera came with a Vlogger kit that included a remote Pistol Grip that doubles as a desktop tripod. Pairing the Grip is done through the camera menu and is fairly straightforward. The camera is mirrorless so uses a folding selfie-screen to view videos, stills and various camera menu controls. It also came with two lenses to use with the camera - a 3.5-5.8 16-50mm zoom and a 1.8/50mm.
This camera has so many features it would take a book to describe them all. All in all, a great all around camera designed with the VLogger in mind.
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title: Well designed, built for vloggers
detailedReviews 20: content: After carefully considering my needs, the ZV-E10 ticked all the boxes! It's small, lightweight form factor combined with exceptional features make this a truly valuable asset to my arsenal. I couldn't go past the bang for buck! Sony hit this one out of the park in my humble view. After a short learning curve the Kit Lens is really more than ample for most situations.
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starRating: 5
title: Ticked all the boxes, bang for buck
detailedReviews 21: content: Best Feature:super cheap and on par to other cameras on higher price mark.
Performance:0 lagging, smooth.
Product Quality:superb, brand new and authentic.
took 3 days for camera to be shipped out, seller was responsive and sent pictures of the parcel before shipping it. my order arrived after 7 days. was contemplating on buying in this shop since it's super cheap and a lil bit suspicious, but was surprised to get the actual camera. this shop offers a cheaper price compared to other shops. the packaging was also super secured. overall, im pretty happy with everything.
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title: Super cheap, on par with higher priced cameras
detailedReviews 22: content: Performance:superb
Image Quality:excellent
Great camera for photo and video! 📸
Photo and video quality is super clear (love the 4K!), and the flip screen is very helpful. Easy to use even for beginners. Just wish the touchscreen could do more. Fast delivery & well-packed too. Recommended! ✅
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title: Great camera for photo and video
detailedReviews 23: content: Bought this camera after seeing several positive reviews online for it as being an easy to use/ budget friendly/ online vlogger approved professional camera. I use it all the time for family outings as well as streaming online. The picture quality is crisp and also handles long stretches of being on using the optional dc power plug. Def recommend this camera for purchase.
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starRating: 5
title: Crisp picture quality, handles long use
detailedReviews 24: content: When i opened the box there was a dirty paper towel inside and everything was just loose. Everything har fingerprint smudges and looked heavily used. There were 2 purchase stickers on top of eachother months apart so it was already returned at least twice, even though it was sold to me as being in “excellent condition. I had to open the box and clean it off and repackage it before giving it to my wife as a present which made me feel awful.
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title: Received used and dirty product, awful experience
detailedReviews 25: content: Feels pretty solid has many features comes with everything i think you need to learn photography
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starRating: 5
title: Solid feel, many features, good for learning
detailedReviews 26: content: I'm a musician, and I really want to take photos during the evening when there's less light. The processing and the manual adjustments make for really beautiful shots. I was a DSLR man, but they were too big, and I wanted something small and good quality. I'm not a vlogger, but I may shoot a video or two. This camera fits in multiple rolls, and I enjoy it every time I turn it on.
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starRating: 5
title: Beautiful shots in low light, small and good quality
detailedReviews 27: content: After all these years, Sony finally released a camera that is a worthy upgrade for the a5100. Let all the vloggers rejoice! This is a great little camera. Good sound, picture quality, and of course all the video options are amazing. I think it's a little too expensive though. This camera is marketed to vloggers, but this is more than just a video camera. The kit lens takes amazing pictures, but the world is your oyster with the E-mount and lens options. I'm going out tomorrow to take proper pics and video, so I'll add them to this review later.Here are some camera specific things I'd like to point out. The S&Q mode is cool if you want to see slow motion/speed ramping in the camera itself, but there won't be any sound. A better way to do this is to shoot in 120p and slow it down in post. You will have sound that way, if that's important for you.Use Clear Image Zoom to get a few extra mm with unnoticeable degradation of quality.In camera stabilization is not the best. Active mode is the best but with a HUGE crop. But if you have other lenses like a wide angle you can compensate for the lost picture.Use the memory recall to have different settings for photo and video modes.
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starRating: 5
title: Worthy upgrade, good sound, picture quality
detailedReviews 28: content: I was very hesitant to buy because of my experience with the sony zv1f. I am glad I returned my zv1f for this zv e10. Way better in low light, people actually look themselves/normal on the footage. I have the kit lens 16-50mm and I used my 50 & 85 mm 1.8 full frame prime sony lens and its smooth like butter. When using full frame lens it is automatically zoomed in. (the 50mm seemed like a 85mm and the 85mm seemed like 135mm). Also, the auto focus be autofocusing.
Only issues I've noticed so far, is the rolling shutter while walking or moving around and when using 4k the battery dies down fast.
I've only tested indoors in low light setting, I'll be testing it outdoors in daylight, (if its good in low light then it will be good in daylight).. I personally just like testing low light situations first. If I come across any other issues I will definitely update my review.
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title: Better in low light than ZV1F
detailedReviews 29: content: The camera is well worth the price; the quality, functionality, and the results are better than expected! This is a great first-camera, perfect for the avid vlogger! My "Sony - Alpha-E10 Kit Mirrorless Vlog Camera" was purchased from the best, Best Buy! (Burbank - location has great customer service!)
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starRating: 4
title: Great first-camera, perfect for avid vlogger
detailedReviews 30: content: I think this is a great camera. I use it as a webcam mostly and the quality is amazing. There is a quality difference is night and day between this camera and a webcam. However, I wish the battery life was longer and I would be happier if it automatically worked as a webcam on my PC. It is a bit of an inconvenience to unplug and plug it back in after putting it in usb mode every time.
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starRating: 4
title: Amazing webcam quality, wish battery lasted longer
detailedReviews 31: content: This is not much more than an a6300 from 5 years ago with a couple improvements.
The Good: Excellent face-tracking autofocus for VLOG applications. Has an earphone jack to monitor sound. Outstanding image quality. (Using a 24 MP sensor for 4K creates very sharp images. Sensors are Sony's strong suit.) It does not overheat. You can run it on a long interview without worry that it will shut down.
The Bad: It still crops the sensor in 4K/30p mode, even though they conveniently don't mention that in the specs. The stabilization is not good at all. It's not a great walking camera...better on a tripod or a 3 axis gimbal. Also, Sony just refuses to give us the same 4K/60 that my iPhone has had for over 5 years. Come on Sony, 2015 called and they want their camera back.
All I want is the video features/specs of a GH6 and the autofocus of a Sony. Put them together and you would really have something. I bought this camera as a studio vlog camera to live in my office. For that, it's fine. At least it's cheap.
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starRating: 4
title: Good face-tracking autofocus, outstanding image quality
detailedReviews 32: content: I have Sony ZV-E10 camera for a while now and I can say that for its price its a great camera. It has some cons but for its price its negotiable!!
It can shoot up to 4K and has all the picture profile support which Sony FX3 has! Like S-Cinetone, HLG2-3, S-Log 2-3.....
But it can only shoot in 8-bit, which can make S-log 3 footages banded.
Its a great camera for content creators and filmmakers(with right gear!!)
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera for content creators and filmmakers
detailedReviews 33: content: I purchased this camera to upgrade the quality of the videos for my Church. We have been using a Mevo camera which works well most of the time, sometimes the software is buggy. I didn't get the kit lense, I upgraded to the Sony 18-105 zoom lense. The camera is easy to use, light and the battery holds up well. At first I tried 1080p. I wasn't that impressed so I switched to 4k, which is much better. I paired the camera with the Sony Bluetooth shooting grip for remote control capabilities, it works well with the camera. So far so good using the Zv-E10.
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starRating: 4
title: Easy to use, light, battery holds up well
detailedReviews 34: content: I got the Sony ZV-E10L on sale at the end of July 2024. I needed a good quality camera with interchangeable lenses for my YouTube channel and for general photography when travelling around the world. In my view a camera with a good lens is much better than a phone camera. I was considering between the latest ZV-E10II , the Canon R50 and the existing ZV-E10 models. I went for the ZV-E10 as in my opinion this camera gives a lot of functionality and features for a beginner to semi pro video maker and photographer and also the price was very competitive so I could spend more on accessories.
Good points:
• Great quality videos in full HD and 4K. However, for my usage I mainly shoot in full HD only as it’s more than enough for my YouTube videos.
• Well build and quality camera.
• Small and portable. It’s lightweight and can be attached to many different shooting grips or portable tripods for vlogging purposes.
• The camera I got was ZV-E10L. The letter L stands for a lens and there was 16-50mm lens included. It’s auto-focus works great and its an excellent lens for variety of situations.
• There are a lot of third-party guidance and online tutorials available so it’s fairly easy to learn how to use the camera efficiently.
• Great compatibility with non-Sony accessories. This was one of the main points that made me to decide between the Sony ZV-E10 and the Canon R50 camera. There are a lot of third-party accessories for Sony ZV-E10 available on the market. I did get extra two battery packs with charger that was only £30, and it works the same as the original Sony battery. I also got a dummy battery to keep the ZV E10 constantly on while using it as a webcam for streaming and for YouTube filming.
• You can continuously film with the camera for hours. The maximum continuous recording time for a single movie shooting session is approximately 13 hours.
• Lenses – you can either get the original Sony lenses or there are many other makes that are compatible for more competitive prices. I prefer to use original Sony lenses but if someone is on a budget then the option is there. It's much more difficult for Canon cameras as their cameras' compatibility with third part accessories is very limited from my previous experience.
• Plenty of second-hand lenses and accessories available on the market. This makes the camera an excellent choice for most people who may not want to spend thousands of £s for simple accessories or for additional lenses.
Not so good points:
• I was surprised that the screen only opens to around 176 degrees and not to full 180 degrees. This creates a slight angle when you are looking at the screen while recording videos. However, in practice this does not bother me, and I actually forgot about this small issue.
• The menu is not much intuitive, and I had to learn what is what and where I can find things. I am still learning to use new features but there is a lot of information online and it’s fairly easy to find a solution to each situation.
• The internal microphone is just ok. Can record voice in acceptable quality but for vlogging you need an external microphone (either cable connected or wireless). I do use DJI Mic version 1 and it works well with the Sony ZV E10. There are plenty of other microphones that are fully compatible with the ZV E10, for example Rode Wireless Go II, Hollyland Lark Max and other makes.
• The inbuild option for online streaming and connection to a computer as a webcam is limited as it does not give the full resolution of the camera that is available. The resolution is set to 1,024 × 576 pixels max. So, to shoot my videos in full HD I had to purchase the Elgato Camlink 4K which I do use to connect the camera to my computer. In my view Sony should have a build in feature to resolve this issue as this camera is mainly vlogging camera so connection to a computer is a must feature. I understand that this was resolved in the ZV-E10II. Despite the issue the good thing is that the Elgato Cam Link 4K was inexpensive (there are plenty second hand available on the market).
• No viewfinder (and no external option either). The tiny LCD is the only practical option. When I was using the camera during very sunny days the screen does have an option ‘bright sun display’ which does help. However, for more pro photography this camera is limited. I was aware about this before purchasing the camera and for me this is not an issue, but it may be for those who are looking for a more pro photography kit. If that is the case then you may look at the Sony a6400 and above series.
In my view the Sony ZV-E10’s is great to be used mainly as vlogging camera and for video creators (for YouTube or other social media). At the same time, it’s good enough for occasional photography but it’s limited due to the lack of the viewfinder.
It’s my first Sony camera (before I had Canon and Nikon cameras). I’m more than happy from the Sony ZV-E10 and I can fully recommend it. In future I am planning to get another Sony camera with a viewfinder so I can use it as main camera for photography.
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starRating: 4
title: Great for vlogging and video creators
detailedReviews 35: content: Honestly this camera might even be better than the canon g7x that everyone have. i took a lot of time trying to review which camera i should get and i went with this. the settings might be a little bit confusing at first especially if youre new to digital cameras, but once you get a hang of the settings, your pictures can come out really nice. the only thing that i wish that came with it was a built in flash, but you can easily get an external flash on amazon for a reasonable price. overall, my experience so far with this camera has been amazing. its so easy to carry around in your purse. the quality for the pictures on these are so amazing! of course it helps at night to have the external flash if you like to take pictures in night time. but i have tested out this camera in daylight and night time. definitely did not disappoint. and i see a lot of people talking about how their pictures comes out too bright or too dark, its honestly the users issue, i like to play around with the settings when i do take pictures and sometimes when i dont even mean to hit a button, the pictures come out really well! , as for videos, i think its pretty good as well, i haven’t taken too many videos on it yet but from the ones i have , it does look really good. overall, if youre trying to invest in a good camera , i think this one would be a great start
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starRating: 4
title: Pictures come out really nice, easy to carry
detailedReviews 36: content: I bought my camera a couple of weeks ago mainly to use for self tape auditions for tv and film work. I was looking the ZV1 initially which should have been fine but decided the ZVE10 would be better as I could build on the system and it also had the facility for headphone monitoring. Not that it would make such a big difference to my requirements but I just thought it would be better to go up a notch. When I received the camera I absolutely loved the size. It’s smaller than my gh5ii but most importantly the auto focus tracking is definitely better and this is the main reason why I decided to go for the Sony. I haven’t had a chance to use it much other than to carry out a few tests but certainly the quality is impressive and the focusing is very reliable. The only thing I find is that the menu is more complicated to scroll
Through than the Panasonic and the wireless transfer is a lot slower. I haven’t tried to see if this is faster if connected by wire but as long as I can get my film onto my phone without the need to attach to computers and the like then it will work for me and thats fine. Going back to the size of the camera it is certainly a lot easier for me to travel with this kit if working away from home and that was also one of the reasons I was attracted to the ZVE10. Certainly the ZV1 would be more compact but weighing one against the other perhaps as someone who use to own a lot of slr equipment I can’t get away from the idea of having the ability to change lenses. The kit lens for the ZVE10 is a very compact zoom 16-50 mm and is absolutely tiny. The image quality seems to be great for what I need. Maybe for photography someone might prefer to spend a bit more on a prime lens but the purpose of me buying this kit was to have something that was capable and portable and I have to say I am really happy with my purchase. I forgot to mention that the built in microphone is also very good and will easily serve me well if I am without a mic. It would have been nice if Sony included a body and rear lens cap which I ended up buying separately but this was not such a massive issue but certainly the first time I’ve bought a lens and camera that did not include these items. Currently Sony are offering a £100 discount and maybe this is because I have heard a MKii version is on the cards. But what one needs to remember (especially with the speed of development with digital equipment) is what was good yesterday should still be good for a number of years and you just anticipate frequents changes and upgrades are made as technology progresses and yes it will probably be cheaper to buy the same next year. But consider what you need it for and ask “does it serve its purpose?”. If the answer is Yes then enjoy your equipment as long as you can and only upgrade if you feel you need to. I gave this product 4 stars as I feel improvements could be made to the menu system and the wireless transfer rate is considerably slower than my Panasonic. But other than this and for the sake of repeating myself. This is a really great camera and will serve my needs very well.
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera, portable, impressive quality
detailedReviews 37: content: I recently upgraded from the Sony ZV-1F to the Sony ZV-E10 and it is the best move ever! I owed the ZV-1F for about 9 months before upgrading and it was the perfect camera for a beginner getting into photography and videography. As time went on, I knew that I needed to get a better camera in order to grow my skills and when the ZV-E10 went on sale for black friday, I couldn't pass up the deal since that camera was on my wishlist!
At this point, I've owned the ZV-E10 for about a week now, and the camera is perfect! The 16-50mm kit lens is amazing for what it is and the photos/videos that are taken with it comes out looking very beautiful and cinematic. Since I am still a beginner at this camera setting, I just set everything to automatic, which still does a great job! The photos and videos are still amazing and I can't over the fact that the AF and bokeh looks so good in the photos/videos (the AF is also pretty fast)! The microphone captures good audio and it does a great job for what it is - even for vlogging. Although, I would definitly say to invest in a good microphone if you're looking for something that will capture the fullness of your voice.
Somethings that I don't really like about the camera are: the batteries and the touchscreen functionality. The battery drains pretty fast if you have the camera up and running. You will DEFINITELY need extra batteries for this but amazon has some good bundle deals for this! As for the touchscreen functionality, there is ONLY touch to track or touch to focus, no other functions than that. As I mentioned, I came from the ZV-1F, where the whole screen has touchscreen functionality. I was pretty sad to find that out since I was so used to the ZV-1F's screen.
My final thoughts on the Sony EV-E10 is that it is an amazing camera for what it will give you. Although, it is more on the advance side since the settings can be a little hard to understand from a beginner, it is still a good camera to LEARN and GROW your skills from. The lens are something that can always be switched out so you don't always need to use the 16-50mm kit lens (but know that lens do get expensive if you are looking to upgrade). I do not regret my decision of buying this camera and I am very happy with it!
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starRating: 5
title: Small and portable, good video quality
detailedReviews 38: content: This camera can do a lot more than simple vlogging, I use it regularly for studio video shoots, both on a gimbal and a tripod with excellent results. It's light weight but reassuringly solid and well made. The interchangeable-lens feature makes it an extremely versatile vlog camera. The autofocus is quick and the onboard mic is decent quality compared with some of its rivals. Although there is no IBIS, unless you are running around like a gazelle it's not that difficult to get steady shots. Video quality is very good and with a prime lens, a nice shallow depth of field produces a smooth bokeh. Battery life is a good 90 minutes in video mode. All in all, a very useful addition to my equipment and thoroughly recommended.
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starRating: 5
title: Versatile vlog camera, excellent results
detailedReviews 39: content: I purchased this Sony ZVE10 recently, already having some experience with Sony E Mount, but also not wanting to spend too much.
This wasn’t that much more than a used camera with the same lens, so it was a decision I gladly took.
The type C usb means I can use a battery bank to charge and operate the camera if my Sony batteries run out of juice.
The fully articulating screen is wonderfully versatile, I’ve not used a viewfinder since early 2000’s so I don’t miss that omission on this camera, the screen can’t be used to navigate menus but you can touch focus, the eye and subject tracking is fantastic.
The build quality overall is very good, it’s not pro level with an ingress protection rating, but I wouldn’t want any camera being soaked…so for my usage, it’s the perfect camera, lightweight, easy to use, from full automatic to fully manual, and a huge range of lenses from Sony and third party manufacturers.
Thank you Very xx
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starRating: 5
title: Lightweight, easy to use, good build quality
detailedReviews 40: content: Before purchasing the ZV-E10, I did a bunch of research into the cameras available around this price point. I don't have an enormous amount of expendable cash, but needed a better camera for work (after using high-end smartphones for video work for a while). I looked at several different options, but kept landing back on the ZV-E10 and I'm really glad I did! I bought it with the kit lens and a 50mm f/1.8 prime lens, which considering I shoot mostly interviews, has produced absolutely incredible results.
My job calls for shooting in 4K, 1080p 60, and 1080p 30 and this camera does it all with ease, especially considering how much I paid for it!
On the photography side, the kit lens takes some really nice pictures, it's very versatile and excels especially when filming yourself for content creation for instance, but the camera absolutely benefits from getting some different lenses depending on what you're shooting.
The built-in microphone does a great job in quiet scenarios, but I tend to use lavalier microphones for most things, so haven't had a chance to test it out all too much.
All in all, absolutely recommend the ZV-E10 if you're looking for a versatile and affordable camera! I'd upload more pictures as examples, but this is the only one I have on my phone at the moment 😅
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starRating: 5
title: Versatile and affordable camera, highly recommend
detailedReviews 41: content: Bought this a week ago, i'm happy to be honest, battery duration is very, average, stabilization is very average even when active stabilization is on, sony does have a software for stabilizing the footage using the gyroscopic data that the camera collects during the recordings, that said, you can only render 1 miserable clip at a time, and if you want to render multiple, you've got to pay, which is shambles, I understand that they want to make money, but if you want to vlog and have decent stabilization, this camera is not for you. Also if you want to record 4k30 you must cope with the crop (1.23x)
otherwise you must stick to 4k24.
Auto-focus is great, better than the competitors at least.
Mic sounds good, above average
With that said, this is a great looking camera, beautiful APS-C sensor that gets you some good image quality. The sony colour science is good aswell. I'm pretty positive that you guys could update the firmare of the camera to allow it to shoot cooler, better looking stuff.
The camera does not overheat unless you are on extreme conditions which is nice
Pretty good camera but yeah, got to improve
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starRating: 4
title: Great looking camera, good image quality
detailedReviews 42: content: Disclaimer that i am not a pro, just a mom having fun. Ive never been more motivated to use a camera like this. I had a panasonic in the past, never figured out how to use it. Decided to upgrade to this sony one. And i love the S&Q feauture i am able to create cute fun videos for myself and social media friends. I like the size of this camera, the interchangeabke lens, and the many accesory options out there. The menu (once learned) is very simple to maneuver. I like the quick access to changing the settings in this camera. I use human/animal detection alot. I am starting to play around with the filters as well. I am learning how to fully articulate the manual settings, but when i need a quick shot i can easily switch to aperture or shoot. If i am really in a rut and unsure what i should do with my settings, i can change it to intelligent auto mode which gives me a better still outcome than i would have done. I think this camera is wonderful in low light settings. I take a ton of indoor family shots in my home. The battery as i have experience with many cameras, is crap. So i have ordered backup batteries to change out when needed. My favorite feature is the small but not too small size of this device. I use the kit lens quite often. When i want more portrait style photos ill switch it to sonys 30mm, to give a great bokeh effect. Im learning this camera jargon. I did watch many youtube videos when i received this too, so you must do your homework if you truly want the full sony camera zv-e10 experience
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starRating: 5
title: Wonderful in low light settings
detailedReviews 43: content: this is my first time ever buying a purchase from Best Buy by myself. I’m a college student that is in the Tish program at NYU. Studying film and television. And I wanted a new camera to start my content journey with YouTube and shooting short films, solo and going into Best Buy at the amazing help ever with picking out the best camera the stand and setting up my own first credit card to buy the purchase. Overall, this camera has been the best purchased a new lens for my camera. My content has been amazing using this camera. I wouldn’t recommend any other camera to a beginner Vlogger or film student that wants to just do little short films off there camera.
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starRating: 5
title: Best purchased for beginner vlogger/film student
detailedReviews 44: content: This is my first time ever to purchase my own Video Camera. ZV-E10 4K by SONY didn't disappoint me that much. The only annoying part is that when you are uploading video even it's just a second(s) videos? It keeps on DISCONNECTING. You need to keep on CONNECTING but e en you tried for how many times. Most of the time it really won't. When it comes to capturing photos tho, I love it because it's super clear. Easy buttons as well and you can choose if you want to manually or automatically use the camera. Great camera for capturing beautiful moments, places with the family.
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starRating: 5
title: Super clear photos, easy buttons
detailedReviews 45: content: I recently bought this camera because I wanted to better the content quality on my YouTube channel and I have been pleased with it. There are some shortcomings of this camera but like any other camera, this is no different. Rolling Shutter and the build quality are the most annoying/con of this camera that you can't wrap your mind around. The rolling shutter as you might have seen on the youtube reviews of this camera is pretty bad and the build quality is very plastic-ish/cheap. But there are also some pros of this camera, like the incredible sensor of this camera that lets you record up to 4k 24 uncropped and 4k 30 cropped. The kit lens it comes with does no magic but with the right lens, this camera is incredible. I have the Sigma 18-50 mm lens which does magic on this little camera, video quality and photo quality sky rockets on this when you start using better lenses, no surprise there. This is perhaps the best entry point to the sony mirrorless camera system because of the flip screen and decent audio quality from the on board mic but more over on the lens collection of the e mounts and perhaps the best beginner/entry point camera for the e mount camera for content creators.
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starRating: 5
title: Incredible sensor, best entry point for creators
detailedReviews 46: content: This camera has been an incredible addition to my photography and content creation gear. The image quality is outstanding, with sharp details and vibrant colors. It performs exceptionally well in both bright and low-light conditions. The autofocus is fast and accurate, making it perfect for capturing moving subjects. The video quality is also impressive, ideal for vlogs and professional projects. The design is sleek and lightweight, which makes it easy to carry around for travel and outdoor shoots. Highly recommended for both beginners and professionals!
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starRating: 5
title: Outstanding image quality, performs well
detailedReviews 47: content: I love this camera quality on this device. I’m still learning a lot of features on the camera. I use it mainly for photos and YouTube videos. The only thing that I don’t like is the stabilization. I have used the post production app that Sony provides but some videos are still terrible after. Talking head videos are okay but for vlogging it’s terrible. Which is weird because it’s marketed as a clogging camera. For vlogging I use my cannon g7 mark ii still because of its easiness to use. Talking head this camera really shines because of its quality. I do not regret this purchase just need to spend more time learning the new camera. For the price you pay it’s a great camera. I enjoy also how the camera feels in hand. With the bigger lens it isn’t as portable though. I would recommend for someone who is doing photos or talking head videos.
When I did an in store pickup the gentlemen who helped me at Best Buy gave me great customer service. It was such an easy going experience I recommend doing an in store pickup. Thank you Sony and best buy
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera for photos or talking head videos
detailedReviews 48: content: The Sony ZV-E10 paired with the 55-210mm lens is a great setup for creators. It delivers sharp 4K video, fast and reliable autofocus, and excellent background blur. The 55-210mm lens adds versatility, perfect for capturing distant subjects like wildlife or sports. Compact and lightweight, it's ideal for travel and vlogging. This combo strikes a strong balance between quality and portability, making it a solid choice for content creators and enthusiasts alike.
Zv-e10 + 55-210mm = Introvert Pervert combo 😂😂😂
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starRating: 5
title: Great setup for creators, sharp 4K video
detailedReviews 49: content: Image Quality:amazing
Performance:battery consumption quiet bad but too many people already address this. So i bought extra battery
Very fast service by the seller. The camera works fine, I've been waiting to get one for a long time and finally i did. Really worth the buck. Even the Mark ii already out, i thought that it's not really worth the money to add about RM2k+- more for some little extra features. Thank you seller. My only disappointment is by the courier ninja van. Everything from the seller part is flawless. 10000/10⭐️
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starRating: 5
title: Worth the buck, fast service
detailedReviews 50: content: I am a beginner in photography and videography and started off with a Canon Rebel T2. I will say, that Canon is great for those that don't know photography lingo (like ISO, aperture and shutter speed). But once you get the hang of this camera, the image quality is so nice! The one kind of negative thing I will say about this camera is the battery life. I can maybe get away with using for a days outing of taking pictures but it does go down pretty quick. I am still getting used to all the features of this camera, but the more I use it, the easier it is to take quality shots/videos, and the more I appreciate it.
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starRating: 4
title: Image quality is so nice
detailedReviews 51: content: I wanted to buy my first camera but didn't want to break the bank. I watched a lot of videos for the ZV-E10 and reviewers praise it as an all-rounder budget camera with the option to swap lenses. Interchangeable lenses gives you a lot of options for shooting videos or capturing photos. I've used it a few times and have been pretty happy with the results. My wife is a photographer and stole my camera for a day after she tried it out.
You can find a lot of accessories online for it, like cages to protect it and add many mounting points for more accessories. Charging and transferring data is made easy with the USB-C port.
The menu is a bit dated and looks super confusing. If you're like me and you've never messed with a camera's settings, you're gonna need to watch some videos. Part of what makes this budget camera great is how much you can customize it to get great photos.
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starRating: 4
title: Great all-rounder budget camera with interchangeable lenses
detailedReviews 52: content: On the box, the Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Vlog Camera sounds like some kind of hyped up webcam of the type you mount on your monitor. What's in the box, however, is an extremely powerful photo and video camera in a mirrorless body that just happens to have a feature set that vloggers and streamers would find more than handy.
As a mirrorless mount with an interchangeable lens system, this camera takes excellent pictures. The huge APS-C sensor captures beautiful images even in less than ideal lighting conditions. The AF system does a great job of keeping the subject in focus, making portrait photography effortless. Swapping out the 16-50mm for the 1.8f/50mm was easy once I figured out the alignment dots, and gave me some outstanding portrait shots with some nice bokeh.
Video also comes out beautifully, in HD and in 4K. The intelligent autofocus keeps the subject looking sharp and there is some image stabilization that keeps camera movements looking smooth. There's a slow/quick motion setting for video capture as well.
Swapping between still, video, and slow/quick-mo is done via one button. You have to look at the icon at the top of the display to know which mode you are in. My initial lighting tests ended up being in slow-motion because I didn't know what was going on. Also, it's difficult to move quickly from video mode to photo mode to snap a quick still then back to video mode, since it cycles through the modes with each press, and there is a bit of a lag between changing so it's easy to overshoot which mode you are trying to get to. If you could take stills in video mode, this wouldn't have been that big a deal, but for some reason you can't with this camera. During a quick shoot while I took my family fishing, I constantly had to tell them to hold their pose while I figured out what mode I was in. And for some odd reason, often when I was zooming in or out directly after taking a picture, the camera went into review mode and zooms in on the pic I just took, leaving me scrambling trying to figure out how to put it back in camera mode before I lost the shot.
Oddly enough, it was the online streaming feature, the one that ostensibly this camera was designed for, that felt like it was the least intuitive to use. Every time I plugged in my camera to my computer it would flash that it was not in USB streaming mode. I had to watch a youtube video to figure out how to get OBS to recognize it as a video capture device.
Tucked away in a menu option (provided you are in video shooting mode first) is the option to turn on USB streaming (don't plug the camera in first, or else it'll activate file transfer mode). Once that is selected, you can open up your streaming software, and after you connect the device it will be recognized as a selectable source.
I recorded a quick video game streaming session, pointed the camera at my face for some close-up reaction shots, and set a hotkey to cut over to it occasionally. The result was worth the hassle of figuring out and setting up. Movie quality closeups, with a tight depth of field that made background blur filters obsolete. Even in the challenging lighting conditions (in my bedroom at night, with a fluorescent desk light shining on my face and a 15-panel nanoleaf cycling through every color behind me, you know, typical streamer stuff) the footage was pristine.
If you've got the face for it, this camera is essential for giving your production a professional sheen. Even if you don't, there's a beautifying mode that gives that nice soft focus to hide blemishes. And if you do any sort of product shots, the intelligent autofocus has a mode that prioritizes close objects over faces. This means that you can be on camera with your face in focus, then hold up a product close to the lens, and the camera will quickly focus on it, then focus back on your face once the item is out of the way. None of that silly "hold your hand behind the product so that hopefully your webcam can see it" nonsense, this camera makes it seem as if you had a trained cinematographer on your crew.
Overall, the end product that this camera puts out is worth the occasional frustration at not being in the right context menu. Beautiful pictures with minimal work, and excellent streaming capabilities, all in a small package.
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starRating: 5
title: Beautiful pictures with minimal work, excellent streaming
detailedReviews 53: content: First, i’d like to say how friendly, welcoming and professional the staff at the Ann Arbor and Westland locations were in helping me purchase my first camera. Very pleased with my purchanse , but more happy in my shopping experience.
Now, lets talk about the Sony ZV-E10 camera,
This camera is wonderful for vlogging, home videos, great quality photos. . This camera is A major upgrade for your social media photos as well. Takes amazing pictures in natural daylight settings. Also, the more you learn your camera you can adjust it to your preferences. And find what works best for you. Make sure to check out YouTube to find some really great reviews on the camera. It was very helpful for me and learning how to set mine up. It takes a little bit of time but once you get it figured out you were on your way. Best of luck to you now get out there and take some photos.
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starRating: 5
title: Wonderful for vlogging, home videos, great photos
detailedReviews 54: content: Excellent Camera.
I use it as my A camera does an amazing job
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starRating: 5
title: Excellent camera, does an amazing job
detailedReviews 55: content: The Sony ZVE10 is a fantastic camera for anyone looking to step up their content creation game. It's super compact, making it easy to carry around, and the image quality is top-notch, especially in good lighting. The autofocus is incredibly fast and accurate, which is a lifesaver when you're filming yourself. The flip-out screen is perfect for vloggers, and the built-in microphone is decent, although I'd recommend an external mic for the best audio. Overall, it's a great value for the price and a perfect entry point into the world of mirrorless cameras.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic camera for content creation
detailedReviews 56: content: After lots of research, I purchased my first ZV-E10 a couple of months ago. I'm a workplace trainer that delivers multiple virtual training sessions a week, and I wanted something compact that still provided far more professional quality video than the webcams I'd been using previously.
I have the camera set up permanently on a tripod in a studio, and I use a dummy battery for a couple of reasons - it keeps the heat away from the camera (some of my training sessions are 3 hours long) and it also protects the life of the real battery.
The ZV-E10 has a 'clean' HDMI output which means I can still see menus, etc ... on the camera's screen, but they don't get broadcast beyond the camera. The lack of this feature on some competing models was a dealbreaker for me.
This is my first experience with Sony cameras (I have decades of experience with another brand) so I expected to spend a bit of time getting used to the new menus, however I found everything I needed within a couple of hours of the package arriving. Since then I've explored further and now feel very comfortable navigating the many options and settings available.
While it's a smaller camera than I'm used to, it feels sturdy and well-built, and the ability to swap lenses means there's plenty out there to support all foreseeable needs for me. That said, its primary role is to stream training content from my studio at work, and my many learners constantly comment on the quality of the video - as do I.
I've been so impressed with the ZV-E10's ability to meet my needs that I've since bought a second one. I'm fortunate to be able to work from home at least a couple of days a week, and this means I can provide the same quality of experience for my training audiences.
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starRating: 5
title: Great quality video, meets needs
detailedReviews 57: content: By far the best bang for buck camera for video.
Small, light weight great features and outstanding image quality.
By no means is this a perfect camera, it has its negatives like everything.
It feels a bit on the cheap side being mostly plastic, no ibis, there is a crop factor in certain mod3/frame rates, on board mic is OK not not the best.
But many higher price cameras have similar faults, so what this offers far outweighs it's negative points.
The showcase feature is really handy and the af is solid.
Great for a travel, offering both great video and good solid still image quality,
Perfect for using with a gimble (fixes the stabilisation issue) even works well as a webcam for those zoom calls.
Overall a solid little guy that is reliable.
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starRating: 4
title: Best bang for buck camera for video
detailedReviews 58: content: After recently deciding to switch to Sony I decided I would go with the ZVE-10 and I was not disappointed. This camera feels premium and amazing, it also shoots amazing video and stills. The only reason it's not perfect I would say is the battery life is not great and I believe that's a problem with all Sony cameras. Also a little overheating after extensive use. The screen looks amazing but does not give the photos justice until you load them up into the computer and see them. I love this camera and hopefully I do not have to but I would buy it again.
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starRating: 4
title: Premium and amazing, shoots amazing video
detailedReviews 59: content: We’ve been patiently waiting for this upgrade! We wanted a small, mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses. And we’ve always been big fan of Sony imagery over the competition. The Sony ZV-E10 is an upgrade to the ZV-1 with a few notable changes.Firstly, the new model is equipped with a 24.2 MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor; the same sensor as the Sony a6100. The ZV-1 uses a smaller, 20.1 MP 1’’ sensor. The ZV-E10 records more detail, and more effectively in low-light.AND the ZV-E10 is an interchangeable lens camera, compatible with Sony E-mount lenses. This is the biggie. Combined with its larger sensor, this greatly enhances the versatility and performance capabilities of the camera. It’s all about the glass!The ZV-E10 is marketed more as a VLOGing camera rather than for still photography. It’s very capable of both, but people more serious about photography probs wouldn’t be looking at a camera in this price range anyway.Speaking of video, which is what we’ll use it for primarily, it shoots Ultra-HD 4K and 1080 HD at a bunch of different frame rates. You can Live stream directly from the camera simply by connecting the camera via USB-C. It’ll stream HD at 720 and it will pass the camera’s audio to the stream. And the USB port will provide power to the camera.The ZV-E10 utilizes Sony’s Eye AF functionality with 425 focus points, a few more than the ZV-1’s 315. Background Defocus lets you immediately switch to the maximum aperture setting of the attached lens with a single button function, for a cool bokeh effect. It also has the Product Showcase feature, which is extremely useful for live streamers and vloggers. This allows the camera to automatically (and quickly) pull focus to product when the product is held up in front of the camera, and then back again when the product is removed from the field of view. Both of these effects work while streaming. It's a very cool (and useful) effect.Unfortunately, the ZV-E10 offers electronic image stabilization, while the ZV-1 offered both optical and electronic image stabilization. If you stream from your desk, no big deal at all. The new model’s autofocus should still work well with a handle or grip for stable recording while selfie-walking.There has been a significant battery upgrade in the ZV-10, which uses an NP-FW50 battery. We’re talking up to 400-some shots when using the LCD, or 80 to 120-ish minutes of recording video. That’s a little less than double that of the ZV-1’s NP-BX1 battery. And – there’s now USB-C charging.The ZV-E10 is equipped with the same built-in 3-capsule directional or cardioid pattern microphone as the ZV-1. It’s a very nice built-in microphone, optimized to record voices directly in front of the camera. And, like the ZV-1, a furry kitten or dead mouse wind screen is included with the new camera. It also has 3.5 mm analog mic and headphone jacks. Both the ZV-E10 and the ZV-1 also have a Multi Interface hot shoe, enabling them to support a Digital Audio Interface, so your ZV-E10 can record audio digitally via a compatible microphone.The power zoom does make a little noise (which will be recorded), but you can manual zoom quietly.The manual and lots of help videos are all online. There's a handy QR code you can scan in the box for the manual and webcam software.The Alpha ZV-E10 is available now in both black and white, either as the body only or a few extra bucks for the 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens. Get the kit and add lenses later.
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starRating: 4
title: Great for vloggers, takes great still pictures
detailedReviews 60: content: The Sony ZV-E10 was designed for the vlogger in mind and it hits the mark. Excellent video and audio right out of the box, when you add on the Sony Vloggers Kit, the ZV-E10 feels like it becomes an extension of you.
Battery Life: Advertised to provide 80 minutes of video OR just under 450 photos. While these numbers are not bad, they could be better, the supplied battery for the ZV-E10 (NP-FW50) is one that Sony camera fans know well and have made their gripes known. On my test runs I averaged 75 minutes on video and got 400 photos, but the temperature was rather high when testing. If you’re planning on a full day of video and photos, bring an extra battery or two, your other option is charging the battery directly through the camera body via a USB-C cable, this option is slow.
Sensor: at 24 megapixels, it is on par with other APS-C sensors and picture resolution is very good as well as color and lighting. While not a photographing powerhouse, as that was not its intended customer base, it does very well capturing stills but excels when placed into Video mode.
Lens options: This was a great upgrade, lens swapping! Swapping between lenses is a breeze. The provided 16-50mm lens is excellent and provides a great range and depth of field but now you have the ability to throw on a prime lens and expand your videos to another level. Perhaps you want to shoot your next vlog in 35mm at 1.8/f… well, now you can.
In the box you also received a windscreen (dead cat) for the microphone which is a nice added piece.
Video: The auto focusing is amazing, for the price point you do get 4K video but only at 24 or 30 FPS and your slow motion shooting is maxed out at 1080p.
Overall, its an impressive camera right out the box for the price and really, the only thing holding it back is its battery life. While the touch controls are limited, I think Sony was going for a keep it simple type of setup, which is more in line with Vloggers. Its lightweight and has a minimal footprint which is great for when your on the go or just want something that will get the job done well without weighing you down with equipment.
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starRating: 4
title: Impressive camera right out of the box
detailedReviews 61: content: I've been a photographer for over forty years but this is my first foray into mirrorless hardware.
I was looking for a small, well built interchangeable lens camera to use ordinarily for shooting video and sometimes as a compact still camera for when I'm backpacking. This hits the mark on all fronts.
It's built like a little tank, nothing feels creaky, nothing flexes. I like that the screen can be rotated to protect it when not in use. The buttons and dials are solid and responsive. Altogether this feels more like a professional camera than I could have hoped for.
Video quality is excellent. I love that I have the option of HLG for simplified colour grading in post.
Still image quality is much better than expected too, I can certainly live with this out in the mountains where size and weight come into play.
It even seems to produce reasonable results in its automated video and photo modes, making it ideal for those wanting to move into the world of interchangeable lens cameras for the first time.
On the minus side, using it in manual mode is a little more "fiddly" than the DSLR's I'm accustomed to, I'm having to delve into the somewhat convoluted menus a little more often than I'd like. A trade off for the small form factor is fewer buttons and dials than one gets on a full frame DSLR. This will get easier as I get more acclimatised to the Sony menu structure and as I customise the camera to suit my workflow more. If you're more acquainted with Sony cameras this will be less of an issue for you.
My other little gripe is the relatively short battery life. I guess its only to be expected in a camera so small that needs to power a screen whenever it's in use. As an aside to that, I do miss the viewfinder, particularly in bright light.
Those little gripes aside, this is a fantastic camera that produces great video and stills at a real bargain price. I don't hesitate in recommending it.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic camera, great video and stills
detailedReviews 62: content: I bought the Sony ZV-E10 mainly for video recording and it exceeded my expectations. The image quality is amazing, the autofocus is super fast, and the flip-out screen is very helpful for filming myself. The built-in microphone also delivers good sound, though I use an external mic for even better quality. It doesn't have in-body stabilization, but that’s easily managed with a good lens or tripod. Totally recommended for vlogs, social media, or YouTube.
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starRating: 5
title: Exceeded expectations, amazing image quality
detailedReviews 63: content: I’m really impressed with this camera! The Sony Alpha ZV-E10 is super easy to use, even for someone like me who’s not a pro. The picture and video quality are amazing, and it’s perfect for vlogging or creating content. I love the compact design—it’s lightweight and easy to carry around. The 16-50mm lens it comes with is great for a variety of shots, and the autofocus works like a dream. Definitely worth it if you want something beginner-friendly but still packed with features!!
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starRating: 5
title: Super easy to use, amazing picture quality
detailedReviews 64: content: The Alpha ZV-E10 is the latest all new offering from Sony. As a budget vlog camera, with it's extremely generous asking price, abundant features and excellent quality, folks are in for a treat with this one. It's surprisingly lightweight and perfect for portability when not in use. The design is very similar to the previous ZV-1 model but with a few extra bells and whistles. Specifically this time around you have the ability to interchange lenses with ease and transform an already outstanding device into multipurpose powerhouse. As mentioned above this camera is tailored to vloggers with it's convenient flip out screen giving you selfie style viewing. As a beginner, one may feel overwhelmed by the plentiful settings and options so I recommend watching walkthrough videos online to give you a better understanding. However, if you're familiar with these types of cameras you should feel confident in your purchase. There is no built in flash so an extra attachment may be necessary, I didn't really have trouble capturing scenes in low light environments. The touch screen is just used for focusing which I would have liked to see other uses for. One of my favorite features though is the intelligent auto mode. This does exactly what it says, automatically adjusts the settings of your shot, which makes it easy for newer vloggers to get the best detail with no effort. I was very impressed to see high quality 4k video, clear crisp audio, as well as a setting to record in 120 hz making all of my videos ultra smooth and satisfying. And with that, if you download and install the imaging edge mobile app to your smartphone, you can easily transfer all of your photos and videos to your gallery within no time wirelessly. Overall you really can't go wrong here, Sony definitely came out swinging and dare I say hit a home run with the ZV-E10.
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starRating: 5
title: Hit the mark for vloggers, great value
detailedReviews 65: content: Product Quality:BRAND NEW AND FUNCTIONING
Performance:GOOD
Best Feature:AFFORDABLE
To everyone planning to buy camera from this shop here’s what you need to know:
1. Products are brand new, but upon opening the cloth bag were a bit dirty but it wasn’t so bothering maybe for others.
2. Buy at your own risk. Since they don’t offer 1 year warranty unlike when you buy in the mall after receiving make sure you tested the item for at least a week.
3. No freebies, for its price you really wouldn’t get a freebie but sometimes they do give if there’s like huge sale.
4. The customer service is good, they provide realtime update and even send pictures of my order.
5. For my camera, I am relly happy that I got it at a very affordable price. Brand new and no damage at all.
Thank you to this shop, may you continue giving a quality service and sell more/upcoming gadgets at a very affordable prices.
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starRating: 5
title: Brand new and functioning, affordable price
detailedReviews 66: content: After taking this Camera both indoors to my studio and outside to film a round of golf, this camera can do it all. HIGHLY reccomend paring with a set of RODE wireless mics when outdoors however not needed as the mic quality indoors is quite solid when you're within 5-10 feet and have no wind to fight. The video quality is top notch ONCE you get your settings dialed. Does not come out of the box with the best settings to set you up for the greatest success however a 10 minute YouTube video will get you ready to crank out high quality content in no time. The stock lens that comes with the pack is a great starter but I will be looking to upgrade my lens soon. Outdoor quality can suffer slightly without the right lens combo. Other than that excited to start my camera ownership journey with Sony and this camera deifnitely packs a punch!
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starRating: 4
title: Top notch video quality, packs a punch
detailedReviews 67: content: I bought this a month ago and immediately used it on my recent trip. I tried recording in 4K and also took pictures using the highest resolution. The results were amazing! The only downside is the stabilisation issue. Even with steady hands, it was a challenge to record while walking. Overall, the price is reasonable. Good for starters like me. I will definitely take this on my future trips this year and make travel diaries with it!
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing results, reasonable price for starters
detailedReviews 68: content: She just came in! My new baby 💕 a lot prettier in actual. Upgraded from zv1 to zve10 and I am so so happy with my new camera. This shop is SO LEGIT! I can vouch for this store! The device came in well wrapped and packaged. Seller is also very responsive and entertains questions and inquiries promptly. Came with kit lens lens and cap, shoulder strap, battery and charger 💗 thank you seller! To more transactions in the future!
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starRating: 5
title: So happy with my new camera
detailedReviews 69: content: Bought as an "Excellent - open box" camera and it was DOA. Wouldn't charge and obviously did not turn on. Thought it was worth taking a chance, but with having to drive to the store for the return. Scared me off bothering with returned items being resold at BestBuy.com. Had it been available open box locally. In person store purchase might have been option with being able to test the camera first. But, buying online and somehow receiving a broken camera that never got checked and resold. Too many possible issues to try again. Ultimately found another seller with stock and got it new for similar money. FYI, this was when this model was a little harder to find in stock.
The ZV-E10 itself is great, but my review above is for the camera i received open box on bestbuy.com.
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starRating: 1
title: DOA open box item, but camera is great
detailedReviews 70: content: I've been taking pictures dating back 37 years to an old Nikon F3. I've recently gotten into videography and this little camera was too good to pass up. The price is extremely attractive and the Vlogging features along with the ability to be used as an interchangeable lens camera for photography seemed too good to be true. While it lacks many handy on-board controls for setting changes like a higher-end mirrorless or DSLR cameras might have, that is not the point of this camera - and I found, with a few settings in the quick menu, I didn't really miss them. Once you get it set up with a few personal changes to the custom buttons, this little camera can punch WAY above its weight class.
- Image/video quality:
The ZV-E10 uses the same APS-C sensor that's used all the way up the A6--- line. With the exception of a standard Sony weakness for rolling shutter when taking videos and panning quickly or shooting very fast moving objects, the image and video quality are excellent. I was able to grab very high quality still images and stunning video that held up to post processing. 4K/30p video with log profiles and 8-bit 4:2:0 recording is certainly more than good enough for a blogger starting out and even held up well for getting a surprisingly clean key for green screen effects. I would have loved to see something like 10-bit 4:2:2 output over HDMI for the very best output quality but that really is asking a bit much in this price range.
-Vlogging:
This camera is the first tool in my starting toolkit as a vlogger. Let me tell you what I was able to do: Within minutes (literally less than a hour of testing!), I was able to take sharp video in selfie mode, test product mode (which isn't the kind of video I'll be taking but wow it works well to automatically switch focus from the presenter to a product and back), switch lenses and take 4K video of birds in the trees out the window into my backyard, attach the camera to my laptop and toggle the menu item for USB streaming and have an instant 720p webcam on my laptop for Zoom and OBS Studio. If you're worried about the resolution of the USB stream (I thought I was) don't be. The quality of the image is good enough to upscale to 1080p and, when compared to the output of a high-end 1080p-native webcam, still came out looking much better. If you want more pixels you can get an inexpensive video capture adapter to plug the HDMI output from the ZV-E10 into a USB port on your laptop and stream up to a glorious 4K.
Sound:
The on-board microphone is incredibly impressive. No other on-board microphone sounds this clear for all around video. The clip-on windscreen is also a nice touch. To be honest, I immediately went to an external microphone plugged into the mic jack for flexibility but the point is I didn't have to to get some impressively clean audio even outdoors.
Kit lens:
The included 16-50mm (24-75mm equivalent) kit lens is more than capable. It's compact yet manages a good wide-to-telephoto range that will keep a lot of users happy without having to swap. But the point is that you CAN swap. Focus is fast and nearly silent, so there's no hint of focus hunting or noise on your video. Zoom is loud and will be captured but I don't tend to zoom while I'm recording. If that's something you need to do, swap in a different lens with a manual zoom and go.
Battery life:
It's not a big battery, but I was able to go a fully day of on-and-off shooting on one charge - but barely. I did invest in a power adapter that uses a dummy battery that plugs into the wall for longer video sessions, but the camera will also charge via USB when streaming. USB charging doesn't seem to fully keep up with power draw, but it will get you a few hours.
For my personal needs of taking a small camera along with me for everything from snapshots to getting amazingly high quality video on the go, the ZV-E10 could not be more perfect. My big DSLR hasn't come out of my bag since I got the ZV-E10 and it probably won't. I stream virtual performances for a local community theater using OBS Studio, do headshots for the theater and wildlife photography (thanks to a longer zoom lens I got) and am starting up my own (very small) YouTube channel - all with the same camera. I could not possibly be happier. I can't possibly recommend it enough unless you're doing high quality 4K broadcast footage... and even then I'll bet the ZV-E10 is up for doing your B-roll at a minimum. You won't do better without spending quite a lot more money.
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starRating: 5
title: Punches way above its weight class
detailedReviews 71: content: I bought this after extensive research into vlogging kit. I've started creating Youtube content and this camera always comes out on top, for both picture quality, video frame rate and smoothness. Its a very solid quality build and its looks very smart. In terms of size, its smaller than you would imagine.
I love the output, and its easy to use once you get used to the functions. I recommend watching youtube videos on the initial configuration
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starRating: 5
title: Solid quality build, easy to use
detailedReviews 72: content: i bought the Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 Kit Mirrorless Vlog Camera with 16-50mm Lens - Black and i am loving it so much. it’s fully functioning and is actually in really good quality, especially considering it’s an older camera. incredible!! everything is functioning perfectly, i’ve had no problems and i’ve been experimenting with the camera for a while now, so if there were problems i’d have stumbled upon them by now. it also shipped super fast and came in the cutest packaging with helpful cards offering warranty and saying to be gentle with the camera bc it’s old!! it even came with a discount code for some of their accessories. i’d seriously recommend buying from here, the camera is definitely fairly priced and totally worth it. thank you so much cute camera!
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starRating: 5
title: Loving it so much, fully functioning
detailedReviews 73: content: I wasnt aware that this product camera doesnt come with lens. This is my first camera ever. I do not have experience with cameras and i only purchased this camera after a proffessional cameraman recomendation of it.
I advice that the product page should be made to be understandable by unproffessionals as well. I mean a proffessional camera person would probably understand that this particular product
Doesnt come with a lense after they buy it.
Ive broken the seals and tags of this product and i have to pay more if i try to return or exchange it.
Execpt from this problem, this products seems clean and good. No further complaint.
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starRating: 3
title: Product seems clean and good
detailedReviews 74: content: Firstly, I have had a Sony camera before, and I like that I'm familiar with the interface and technology of this camera. Even with the new and improved technology, the operation is ideally suited to Vlogging, ie background defocus, clear voice recording, regardless of the weather, which is certainly helped by the supplied wind muffler.
A big plus is the multi angle screen, for when you're recording in different scenarios, or just snapping a picture. The camera weight is a little above what it could be, making it heavy to hold for long periods, but I found even with the odd shake while holding it, the video remained stable and clear, which I assume is helped with the OSS on the lens.
With the lens in mind, the Sony SELP1650 E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens that i got with the camera was certainly more advance than my last, but I was impressed generally in its size and operation, with a zoom function, that was smooth and quiet and was not picked up on the videos taken.
Using it for a Vlog I was doing, it was clear how advanced this camera was with track with a touch, and no matter what the brightness, all the faces seemed to have a natural look to them, even in an evening sitting at a restaurant, with family.
I even tried using it with a lead as a live streaming camera with a tripod, and was amazed at the quality of the picture and the sound whilst speaking to family.
This is a professional camera for a first time Vlogger, it is generally easy to use and has fool proof functions that make even an amateur sit down video or vlog, look well put together. The lens is a big plus to this, but as a whole it really is a good combination, just a shame a little heavy if holding it for a while, however I am aware there are products that could make this easier to use for longer use, ie tripods and mono pods.
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starRating: 4
title: Professional camera for a first time Vlogger
detailedReviews 75: content: Product Quality:good quality 10/10
Best Feature:color of the photo/video
Performance:good
Really good for beginners. I just wish there was a charger for battery. I didn’t try connecting to laptop yet, ill try soon. Bluetooth is functioning well. I tried it on my iPhone and it works really fast. You just need to download an app for transferring photos.
I like the brightness of the photo even dark it captures clearly.
I didn’t review the video yet. But I hope it works well too.
Thank you for the trust shopee! and This is the highest amount I ordered online. I was afraid first thinking I wouldn’t get the real parcel. I depend on the reviews of other cx. This is legit shop!
The other down side is, It didn’t smell brand new, but I like the fact that there are NO dents or scratches on the camera.
Thank you rider for keeping the parcel safe though the packaging is light.
Overall, I like the camera so much! I am happy with my purchase.
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starRating: 5
title: Good for beginners, captures clearly
detailedReviews 76: content: Performance:Amazing
Image Quality:Amazing
Finally got my dream camera that i’ve been eyeing for about a year. This camera is amazing for beginners like me. Sony advertised it as a vlog camera but honestly i wouldn’t really trust it as a vlog camera due to the rolling shutter as you guys know for now (if you watch a lot of reviews on youtube). The rolling shutter only happens if you move the camera a lot during video. Picture quality is super nice and for starters, the kit lens is perfect to practice with. I bought this camera for around RM2980 (using vouchers and some coins)
The pictures i attached are before editing and after editing just for your reference. Thanks for reading!
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing for beginners, super nice picture quality
detailedReviews 77: content: I don't get the huge number of positive reviews on this except to note that they are massively "tech insider" program reviews. This is a very average camera. It has an old sensor used for a long time on Sony cameras. It has a very old and low quality screen. It has an old battery that isn't very well suited for a video oriented camera - it would be well suited for a photo-focused camera. It has an old menu system that doesn't even support touchscreen use. The only touchscreen functionality I could get working was touch to focus. Anywhere else it doesn't work. The onboard stabilization is weak in that it adds a massive crop to smooth out video. Meanwhile cheaper action cameras can get better stabilization from <10% crop. I'm guessing because the processor is too weak (probably also old tech).
I am coming from a Samsung NX500 camera from 2016 and that thing had a better resolution OLED screen and proper touchscreen operation. It also had a 28mp sensor that was also fast with great colors. If that NX500 didn't break I would return this in a second because this is 2x the price. I just find it hard to believe people are OK with this price and performance in 2022. The market is so stagnant that this is acceptable?
In 2022 we should have GPS on board without installing an app on my phone and doing a clunky connection every time I want to geo tag photos. We should have a working touchscreen. We should have an OLED if there is no view-finder.
So with the cons out of the way.. I will say the camera is fast and auto focus is great. The lens selection is OK, I ended up buying the Sony 10-18mm because of the huge crop on image stabilization, but the aperture on that lens at F4 is not great for video. I mostly use the Sigma 16mm and Sony 50mm and 36mm lenses.
One feature I love about this camera is the gyro data. Using Sony's catalyst browse software you get a really smooth video with very little crop - unlike the onboard stabilization. I found the on-board mic to be useless but thankfully Sony makes a very expensive hotshoe mic that is cable free and sounds amazing. The ECM-B1M is a must have if you buy this.
In summary, I've gotten some great family videos out of it thanks to the Sony 50mm and Sigma 16mm lens and the Sony microphone. I also use the Ronin SC-1 gimbal which handles the weight perfectly even with a cell phone mounted on top. I would still recommend this camera, because alternatives are similar in being dated and stagnant. If Samsung was in the game still I think we would be in an entirely different landscape on this size camera because in 6 years they for sure would have added the gyro stabilization and a mic input and that alone would make it better than this for the sensor and OLED.
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starRating: 3
title: Fast autofocus, great gyro data
detailedReviews 78: content: Great Versatile Beginner Camera. The kit lens can take you a long way. This camera's autofocus works great and has eye detection for humans and animals. 4k video and pictures. Can shoot Jpeg %26 Raw at the same time, or separately. It has OSS, so the stabilization works great. Highly recommend. Max capacity for card is 128gb.
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starRating: 5
title: Great versatile beginner camera, autofocus works great
detailedReviews 79: content: Best Feature:lightweight, compact, image quality
Performance:easy to use, good natural color grading
Product Quality:sleek design, quality photos
legit store. after reading/watching multiple reviews, i decided to go for zv-e10 and so far, it doesn’t disappoint. it’s cheaper than the latest models from sony’s alpha series but the quality can compete. highly recommended (white cam is so sexy 💯)
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starRating: 5
title: Lightweight, compact, excellent image quality
detailedReviews 80: content: Wow, what a great little camera, I was considering buying an A7iii or another A7iv as a backup/2nd camera to use with my A7iv, but this fits the budget better and the quality is just as good. Sure, it doesn't have ALL the bells and whistles of the A7 series but for 99% of what I shoot it's going to do the job. Solid build and great design, and all my A7 e-series lenses work with the camera too! Huge cost savings. I had my doubts about the 16-50 lens that came with the body, but it's compact size that goes well with the ZV make this a much more go-to camera for day-to-day running around and wanting to have a great camera along just in case.
If there is a downside to the camera, it's a relatively small one, it has no viewer/eyepiece, so you must always use the screen to see what you're taking pictures of, here in Florida that can be a problem with the bright sunlight. Again, this is my 2nd/backup camera, and it was purchased more for its video capabilities that photo work and will be used mainly indoors so this is a minor issue.
It seems like a lot of money for a compact camera, especially when you consider the quality of camera for most cell phones, but you get what you pay for. GREAT camera
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starRating: 5
title: Great little camera, good quality
detailedReviews 81: content: The camera is neat and simple. I purchased this camera because I want to catch special moments and memories. Also, I wanted to practice photography. JPEG photos aren’t perfect but still great. The he RAW pics are amazing to edit. I’m looking forward to learning more about photography.
I also take videos, and the image quality is great and I love how it can keep a steady image.
It’s just a fun camera to use. I’d recommend it to anyone who just wants to capture the special moments.
Only critique is that the WIFI photo transfer to the phone is slow and glitchy.
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title: Fun camera to use, recommend for capturing moments
detailedReviews 82: content: This is a very difficult review to write. Not because the Sony Alpha ZV-E10 Mirrorless Vlog Camera with 16-50mm Lens is a poor camera, (it most certainly is NOT a poor camera), but because I am having difficulty in determining from which angle I want to approach this review…from that of a vlogger, (which is why I got it), or from the view of a photographer, (which was the secondary reason I jumped at the opportunity to get this camera). Since I was looking for a vlog camera, I will write the review from that perspective. But since vlogging does indeed involve photography (and I am not a professional photographer in any sense of the word), there will be times the worlds of vlogging and photography intersect in this review.
Out of the box, the ZV-E10 comes with the “E PZ” 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS zoom lens, which is a Sony e-mount lens, AC adapter, rechargeable battery, shoulder strap, and a windscreen. The ZV-E10 is an interchangeable lens camera. I have to point out that I also got the Sony Vlogger Kit and the Sony SEL50F18 E50mm, F1.8 OSS lens.
To be quite frank, like most vloggers I was comfortable with using my smart phone as the primary means to film vlog videos. After all, a selfie-stick and it’s show time. But I soon came to realize how extremely limited my options were with that type of setup. So when I began to explore the ZV-E10, I was a bit intimidated. This is not a one-setting-does-it-all camera. But Sony put together an absolutely amazing online PDF user’s manual which made the learning curve quite minimal. In fact, it is to their credit that they were quite intuitive to the many questions users might have, and subsequently supplied quite an easy-to-search, easy-to-understand format. They deserve 10 stars for this alone.
I spent the first evening just going through the menu options, and test shooting a few photos to get a feel of the camera. The first thing I noticed was how easy it is to switch from still photos to video mode… just a push of a button. There are over 30 different menu screens with tons of options to choose from on each menu item. But again, anticipating that many beginners would purchase this camera, there is what they call “Intelligent Auto” shooting mode which does all the work for you. In my experimentation with the ZV-E10, I found this mode was able to handle 90% of all my shooting needs. With a quick read of the appropriate section in the aforementioned user’s manual, it was quite straightforward to get through the other 10%.
Now this leads me to this point. Because the ZV-E10 is not a simple cell phone vlogging tool, it would have been foolish to get it for a simple point-and-shoot vlogging camera with the intention of doing all the work later using a computer software program. This is a sophisticated camera, and it is well worth ALL the effort to learn the different controls and settings to take care of all the “hard work” upfront.
Even though I spent the first evening exploring the camera, I felt compelled to go outside and take a few night shots. I had heard that the ZV-E10 is a very good low-light camera, and I wanted to see what it can do. I live in a rural setting with very little light pollution, and I have been amazed at the number of stars I have been able to see with the naked eye. But nothing prepared me for what I was about to experience with the ZV-E10! As you can see by the photos, well, they tell all the story that needs to be told! I was dumbfounded and amazed by this camera’s ability. And this is a good spot to point out that the Sony ZV-E10 is a 4K camera, which makes for extraordinary results!
The next day I decided to try it out in the brightness of a sunny day. Using several of the camera settings, I was again amazed at the clarity and brilliance of the ZV-E10’s performance.
But for the important part (to me)…the vlogging aspect. As I stated earlier, I also got the Sony Vlogging Kit as well as the additional lens…both of which I put to use. The vlogging kit comes with a wireless remote shooting grip (as well as a 64GB memory card). This was quite handy since the ZV-E10 itself does not come with any memory card at all. The shooting grip has five function controls: 1. Photo mode 2. Movie mode 3. Background Defocus mode 4. Zoom mode, and 5. Lock mode. The lock mode is a lifesaver as it keeps you from inadvertently messing up a shot by switching settings…that is, once you have the remote set, you lock the settings, and you’re ready to shoot. IMPORTANT: The shooting grip connects to the camera via Bluetooth. In order to set it up, you have to go through a pairing process. I was unable to get the two to connect, and was really super disappointed that Sony would produce such a poorly designed device. BUT THEN…after CAREFULLY rereading the instructions, I discovered you must first go to the second screen of the “Network” menu and make sure the “Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl” is set to “On.” Worked like a charm after that!
As I walked around downtown, doing test vlogs, I intentionally put myself in various situations. From crowded stores and restaurants to the quietness of a bookstore. I was a bit concerned about the background noise that might be heard when I was recording in the crowded situations, and was looking forward to reviewing these when I got home. I also experimented with several different lighting scenarios from full outside sun to low-light interior settings. I made full use of the shooting grip during these practice situations. Here is what I discovered.
In every single scene, the video was extraordinary. This is indeed a truly versatile low-light camera. Without making any adjustments (using Intelligent Auto mode), I was able to make sudden changes in different lighting conditions with very few adverse affects on the video quality. There was a bit of noticeable transition as I went from bright outside to low-light interior and vice-versa, but it would be the same for any camera under similar conditions, so this is most certainly not a negative. One of the neatest things (IMHO) is what they call “Product Showcase Setting.” This lets you hold up a product you are showcasing and it automatically focuses on the product while defocusing the background. This lets you NOT worry about stopping and having to focus on the product and then refocus on yourself. It worked in every single instance.
The audio (using only the onboard microphone) was at times difficult to make out, but this was only in those situations where there was a tremendous amount of background noise and chatter. I was still able to hear my own voice, but not as clearly as I could under low-noise locations. The supplied wind filter worked quite well and eliminated almost all wind noise. However, I was surprised that any time I used the “Zoom” function while recording video, it was distractingly noticeable, and interfered with the main audio. It made the lens sound clunky.
I was able to connect the audio to my podcast recorder and craft some crazy great sound effects as well as amazing overall sound quality.
The next “test” came with the SEL50F18 E50mm, F1.8 OSS lens. I was able to quickly and effortlessly change lenses on the ZV-E10. Just a push of the button, a little twist, and off comes the lens. Then line up the dots (white dot on the lens to the white dot on the camera body), snap into place, a quick twist and it’s ready to go. How truly easy changing lenses on this camera turned out to be! Again, thank you, Sony!
The Final Analysis:
Out of the box, the Sony ZV-E10 is ready to go, UNLESS you don’t have an appropriate memory card, then you will have to buy one. There is no onboard memory storage. When the camera is set to Intelligent Auto mode, you truly are ready to go. I SERIOUSLY recommend the Sony Vlogger Kit to make vlogging a lot easier. Although the camera does have image stabilization, stepping up and down curbs, stairs, and rocky terrain does tax this ability a bit which is greatly amplified when simply holding the camera in your hand, and not using the shooting grip included with the vlogger kit. If you are going to invest in the ZV-E10, then by all means spend a little extra and get the Vlogger Kit.
The Intelligent Auto mode is not the answer for ALL shooting conditions, so you absolutely must become familiar with at least the basic focusing functions of the camera, such as ISO settings, f-stops, etc. There is a small learning curve to understanding how these settings affect shots, but as I said earlier, the results are well-worth the effort. I emphasize this as there were a few instances when the Intelligent Auto actually interfered with a good shot, especially in nighttime shooting. But I was able to overcome this by being able to make manual adjustments to the camera settings.
PROS:
4K
Bluetooth enabled
Online Tutorial
Intelligent Auto
Sound clarity
Relatively easy learning curve
Adjustable viewing screen
Interchangeable lenses
Available accessories (like the Vloggers Kit)
All the available online videos and other help resources
Lightweight design
The ability to make changes to the camera setup to handle any and all shooting conditions
Amazing professional-like results
The ability to connect to other devices while shooting.
CONS:
No supplied memory card
Super noisy telephoto adjustment clearly picked up by audio
The Bluetooth setup procedure was a bit vague, creating a lot of frustration
No included software to work with the photos and videos
Would I recommend the Sony ZV-E10? A resounding, absolutely positive YES! Yes! Yes! Yes!
I cannot stress what a remarkable camera the ZV-E10 is. For anyone wanting to take their vlogging talents to the next several levels, this is THE camera to buy.
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starRating: 5
title: Remarkable camera, takes vlogging to next levels
detailedReviews 83: content: I have used this camera for almost 2 years. In the beginning i used the kit lens. But later on i purchased sigma 16mm f1.4 lens from B&H E mount.
I use this camera solely for video as B roll camera. I record in 4K UHD. And i have it turned on for 3 hours at a stretch. Ofcourse, i also bought from B&H the power adapter made by Sony (with dummy battery insert.
If you know how to do the right settings, you will get excellent results. All the settings are manual mode. (including focus).
For the price, its a very good buy and with good video footage.
The best part is you can record unlimited aas long as sd card memory allows and the power is direct through adapter.
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title: Excellent results with right settings
detailedReviews 84: content: The above phrase is emblazoned on the box it came in, and this camera makes it so easy to do. Firstly this is a nice compact size with the usual excellent Sony build quality. The grip is big enough and it is comfortable and easy to hold securely.
If there was any doubt this was a video or vlogging camera first and foremost, is that your finger naturally falls on to the big red video start button. (and not the shutter button which lays in front of this area). On top of the camera you have a nice slider switch, to switch between Photo mode, Video Mode and Slow Motion mode. Also on top you have a built in 3 pick up stereo mic and a nice “dead cat” wind silencer is included in the box. To attach the dead cat however involves using the flash multifunction hot shoe so this cannot be used for other attachments if wanting to use both. Thankfully on this model there is an external mic socket and headphone jack. Charging is also via USB-C. This camera uses the NP-FW50 battery. Not the latest or the longest lasting but I have plenty of spares from previous Sony cameras so all good there. There is only the single SD card slot.
And at long last and really essentially there is a fully adjustable swivel LCD screen. This is impressively sharp and bright and makes vlogging framing nice and easy when the camera is facing you. It is also nice the LCD perimeter display frame turns to red when filming, so it is clear you are actively filming.
The camera has a 24MP sensor so pretty good in low light. However there is noticeable rolling shutter on fast panning.
Focusing and tracking/locking on to your face is fantastic. And the Product Priority mode where it will lock on to a foreground item of interest and then back your face is a brilliant idea and works really well. There is also a background de-focus button although best used with a wide aperture lens.
This camera came with a bundled 16-50 power zoom lens. Although compact and nicely matched with the ZV-E10, it is not of the highest quality especially the edges in Photo mode even stopped down. That is less important in vlogging however. It also zooms quietly and via the lever on the camera body or I gather via the optional Bluetooth hand grip.
The lens is not wide enough either. This is exacerbated by the crop factor used while Steady Shot is active. It means holding your arm fully outstretched in front of you which gets tiring quite quickly. But at least this is an interchangeable lens camera so I think the Sony 10-18mm would be a better matched lens for vlogging. There is no external viewfinder. Again, this is less useful for vlogging but would have been nice to have.
All in all, a great all round vlogging camera which makes the whole vlogging process very easy.
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starRating: 4
title: Made for Vlogging, excellent video quality
detailedReviews 85: content: Excellent selfie vlog camera, handheld or tripod both works. Excellent still photo camera too. With option to use different lens, you can have more creative footage.
Very good still and video image quality due to the large aps-c sensor, intelligent image processor and very nice lens.
However, it is not a run and gun video camera due to its very noticeable rolling shutter jello effect. If you need to pan, you have to do it very slowly at least 7 seconds per frame.
Shooting spot event at close range also a no no.
Auto focus has always been Sony strong area and this camera can focus very fast and very accurately. Object tracking, face and eye detection works excellently.
I especially like the product showcase feature; it can quickly focus on the object held in front of the camera and then quickly focus back on your face.
It is beginner friendly too, you can start shooting immediately out of the box using the default setting and there is even a button for blurring the background.
Experience user can just use aperture priority or full manual.
The onboard microphone provides pretty good quality sound so no need to use external mic.
Beside the rolling shutter jello effect, recording while zoom will capture the zoom noise. Also, if you have fat finger, it takes some effort to remove the SD card.
Battery life is decent but if you shooting outside, better bring extra battery. Another item you will need is ND filter if it is too bright outside.
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starRating: 4
title: Excellent selfie vlog camera, good sound
detailedReviews 86: content: Performance:Original Sony Product
Image Quality:For a kit lens, definitely amazing
Super Fast Delivery (1 day). Items received as advertised, but I do hope they would put everything in a box to make it more secure, but nonetheless, everything is wrapped with a thick bubble wrap. Everything works wonders. Been using it for 3 days with no issue so far. Definitely recommended and responsive chat as well! Thank you!
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starRating: 5
title: Super Fast Delivery, works wonders
detailedReviews 87: content: The ZV E10 is a fanstastic camera for you to start off with. Whether you are getting ready to start a career in photography, video or using it as a tool to start a new hobby, this is an excellent camera. First, the body is extremely light but feels well built. It comes with a surprisingly decent microphone, which allows you to start vlogging if you were interested in starting a youtube, and saves you from additional equipment. Paired with the excellent Sigma 16mm F1.4, it gives you a wide-angle lens with decent low-light ability. It also comes with a fully articulating, or flip-out, display which makes it easy to frame yourself while recording or taking pictures. It also makes it easier to use by limiting the buttons you have down to easy to use options. For beginners, you have a button that will take you between photography, video, and the automatic modes. And it also offers a "defocus" button that will prioritize aperture to keep your background nice and blurry. Overall, I can confidently recommend this as a starting camera for all the features and ease of use.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic camera for starting off
detailedReviews 88: content: I purchased this with all intentions of having a camera dedicated for vlogging and photography for social networking purposes. I did end up returning it because I did not make as much of it right away and needed other equipment at the time. HOWEVER, I have continued to keep it at the top of my list to buy (and keep) again. The day I looked at it, I found such great reviews and unboxing by other photographers highlighting the benefits and ways to make the best use of it, that I've longed for it ever since. My last camera a SONY a6000 impressed me so much, and is used as the boyfriends main video/filming camera; this was/is a great addition for more spontaneous and vlogging content for broadcasting.
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starRating: 4
title: Great addition for spontaneous vlogging content
detailedReviews 89: content: "I’m loving my Sony ZV-E10! It’s super easy to use and the video quality is amazing. The autofocus works fast, and the background blur is great for professional-looking shots. Perfect for YouTube, TikTok, or vlogging. Also, it’s lightweight, so carrying it around is no problem. Definitely recommend!"
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starRating: 5
title: Super easy to use, amazing video quality
detailedReviews 90: content: I’m a podcast, photographer and filmmaker. I never really thought to use Sony products but I really enjoy this product. It’s exactly what I need for my podcast along with the lens that I bought the 18 to 50 mm sigma 2.8 and I’m just ecstatic if you need something just to start out with or for a beginner photographer or cinematographer/videographer this is the way to go.!!
The package came in really nice and I got everything that I needed. Thank you, B&H Photo.
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starRating: 5
title: Enjoy this product, way to go for beginners
detailedReviews 91: content: I regret buying this camera! I would've returned it but unfortunately I dropped it and it's very visible where it scratched. The battery does not last. I took a 2 minute video while out, came home and the batter was dead (This was before I dropped it). I have not been able to connect through the App. Now I feel like all the youtube reviews are paid. I don't recommend.
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starRating: 2
title: Regret buying, battery does not last
detailedReviews 92: content: This is a "vlogging" camera but it is NOT a good camera for vlogging. It's just marketed as a vlogging camera. That's not why I bought it. I know how bad this camera's stabilization is so I use it on a tripod for 4K video with no crop (@24fps) You need two things in my book to be a good vlogging camera, great auto focus, which this camera has, and strong image stabilization which this camera certainly does not have. The image stabilization is really bad here. Unless you shut it off completely and then fix the mess in post with Catalyst Browse. I don't want to go to the trouble. The rolling shutter effect is also really bad. For vlogging, I use a GoPro Hero 10 and it can't be beat for simple, carefree, non technical vlogging. It has great focus, great field of view and especially fantastic stabilization. It's also cheaper than this camera by a few hundred. As a 4K stationary studio video camera, this camera is great. Clean, crisp and downsampled from 6K. The 4K is great. So, as a "vlogging" camera, (I don't care what Sony markets) It's a miss. What is great....The 4K and NO RECORDING LIMIT like most of the cameras in this price range. Great as a studio cam.
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starRating: 4
title: Great as a stationary studio video camera
detailedReviews 93: content: This camera falls short on so many levels. Lets start with the big things, first it overheats! If you're filming an event or a concert expect this camera to overheat and turn off within an hour of filming, and I don't mean continuous filming, even filming in bursts it will still overheat. Second, you can't take pictures while in video mode, which is frustrating because sometimes you want to snap a few still frames but cannot without changing the camera settings. Third, the APS-C sensor really crops in deep, losing a lot of your field of view. Fourth, the camera times out when setting up a frame and resets your lens, this is so annoying when you're framing a scene and have to reset your lens every time. Lastly, it's the little things like the lack of an indicator light when charging the camera, there is just a tiny yellow light hidden by the cable, I do not understand why they didn't use the red light indicator on the face of the camera, or the fact that the battery gate doesn't lock on it own, and you have to manually lock the battery gate every time. And finally the menu is the least intuitive of any camera brand I've ever used. This is not a prosumer level camera, it's beginner at best.
As for the pros, the camera does delivery high quality video. The Autofocus is good when you have a person in frame, but struggles to find focus otherwise. The E-Mount gives you a lot of flexibility with lens options. I rate it 2/10 for the Sony ZV-E10
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starRating: 1
title: Falls short on many levels, beginner at best
detailedReviews 94: content: The user interface and button layout are frustratingly unintuitive and cumbersome. Navigating the camera's settings and functions is a constant struggle, significantly detracting from the overall user experience. The poorly designed controls make what should be simple adjustments unnecessarily complicated and time-consuming. For a camera in this price range, the subpar ergonomics and confusing menu system are major disappointments that severely impact its usability.
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starRating: 1
title: Frustratingly unintuitive user interface
detailedReviews 95: content: Performance:Amazing
Image Quality:Amazing
Finally got my dream camera that i’ve been eyeing for about a year. This camera is amazing for beginners like me. Sony advertised it as a vlog camera but honestly i wouldn’t really trust it as a vlog camera due to the rolling shutter as you guys know for now (if you watch a lot of reviews on youtube). The rolling shutter only happens if you move the camera a lot during video. Picture quality is super nice and for starters, the kit lens is perfect to practice with. I bought this camera for around RM2980 (using vouchers and some coins)
The pictures i attached are before editing and after editing just for your reference. Thanks for reading!
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing for beginners, super nice picture quality
detailedReviews 96: content: I purchased this Sony ZVE10 recently, already having some experience with Sony E Mount, but also not wanting to spend too much.
This wasn’t that much more than a used camera with the same lens, so it was a decision I gladly took.
The type C usb means I can use a battery bank to charge and operate the camera if my Sony batteries run out of juice.
The fully articulating screen is wonderfully versatile, I’ve not used a viewfinder since early 2000’s so I don’t miss that omission on this camera, the screen can’t be used to navigate menus but you can touch focus, the eye and subject tracking is fantastic.
The build quality overall is very good, it’s not pro level with an ingress protection rating, but I wouldn’t want any camera being soaked…so for my usage, it’s the perfect camera, lightweight, easy to use, from full automatic to fully manual, and a huge range of lenses from Sony and third party manufacturers.
Thank you Very xx
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starRating: 5
title: Lightweight, easy to use, good build quality
detailedReviews 97: content: Performance:Sony performance at its best gor this model.
Best Feature:Pristine ZV-E10 Kit MINUS the Lens Body Cap. Seller did not include in the box.
Product Quality:Sony ZV-E10 Quality. Pristine condition.
Would've been perfect but seller or its supplier failed to include in the box the "Sony ALC-B2EM Body Cap" My package did not contain it when the box arrived. All other accessories were accounted for.
Now, I shall have to spend extra "to order that Body Cap" when it should have been packed in the box to begin with. What a shame for this seller oversight.
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starRating: 3
title: Pristine condition, seller oversight on body cap
detailedReviews 98: content: Bought as an "Excellent - open box" camera and it was DOA. Wouldn't charge and obviously did not turn on. Thought it was worth taking a chance, but with having to drive to the store for the return. Scared me off bothering with returned items being resold at BestBuy.com. Had it been available open box locally. In person store purchase might have been option with being able to test the camera first. But, buying online and somehow receiving a broken camera that never got checked and resold. Too many possible issues to try again. Ultimately found another seller with stock and got it new for similar money. FYI, this was when this model was a little harder to find in stock.
The ZV-E10 itself is great, but my review above is for the camera i received open box on bestbuy.com.
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starRating: 1
title: DOA open box item, but camera is great
detailedReviews 99: content: I wasnt aware that this product camera doesnt come with lens. This is my first camera ever. I do not have experience with cameras and i only purchased this camera after a proffessional cameraman recomendation of it.
I advice that the product page should be made to be understandable by unproffessionals as well. I mean a proffessional camera person would probably understand that this particular product
Doesnt come with a lense after they buy it.
Ive broken the seals and tags of this product and i have to pay more if i try to return or exchange it.
Execpt from this problem, this products seems clean and good. No further complaint.
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starRating: 3
title: Product seems clean and good
detailedReviews 100: content: 1. First of all, packing is really bad as they wrap item box in bubblewrap and directly put into courier bag, no additional box for expensive electronics.
2. Secondly, they don’t mention that THIS IS JAPAN VERSION, there is NO ENGLISH / INTERNATIONAL language. If you want other languages, they ask you to pay RM50 for their staff to install for you, but since I am somewhat tech savvy I did it myself.
3. Thirdly, because this is Japan version, the camera doesn’t come in sealed by Sony, yes, there is no seal at all, can terus open and view inside, so how to know if it’s actually brand new? But so far I checked the shutter count is legit, just hard to tell if someone returned it at some point or they take out in their warehouse.
Their answer for why selling Japan product but didn’t state? “You didn’t ask”.
At the end of the day I got it few hundred cheaper than other stores so I decided to keep it, but seller should be more open and honest.
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starRating: 2
title: Japan version, no English language option
detailedReviews 101: content: I purchased this camera with the expectation that it will perform exceptionally well, unfortunately it does not! Lets start with the big things, first it overheats within one hour of use. If you intend to use this camera for video (which is it's intended use) expect it to turn off do to internal temperature within 60 minutes of use. This is completely unacceptable if you intend to film an event or anything longer than a short video clip. Second, when setting up a shot the camera times out quickly and resets the focal length of the lens back to starting position. This is very annoying when you have your frame setup and the camera times out, and you have to reset your lens every time. Third, the APS-C sensor really crops the image and limits the field of view. Fourth, is the inability to take pictures while the camera is in video mode, this is frustrating because sometimes you just want to snap a picture, and you simply cannot without changing the camera settings. Fifth, the menu is not intuitive like other brands and one of my least favorite to navigate. And lastly, the little things like not having an indicator light when charging. Its not clear that the camera is getting charged besides a tiny hidden yellow light below the charger cable, I cannot understand why they did not use the red light on the face of the camera to indicate that it's charging? Or the fact that the battery gate doesn't automatically lock when you close it, you have to manually lock it every time. These are just some of the things I did not like, but I'll leave it at that.
As for the positives, it films good video quality. The autofocus is good, when you have a person in the frame, otherwise it struggles to find a point of focus. The E-Mount give you a lot of flexibility with lens selection, but the camera definitely falls short.
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starRating: 1
title: Overheats, crops image, frustrating menu
detailedReviews 102: content: This camera falls short on so many levels. Lets start with the big things, first it overheats! If you're filming an event or a concert expect this camera to overheat and turn off within an hour of filming, and I don't mean continuous filming, even filming in bursts it will still overheat. Second, you can't take pictures while in video mode, which is frustrating because sometimes you want to snap a few still frames but cannot without changing the camera settings. Third, the APS-C sensor really crops in deep, losing a lot of your field of view. Fourth, the camera times out when setting up a frame and resets your lens, this is so annoying when you're framing a scene and have to reset your lens every time. Lastly, it's the little things like the lack of an indicator light when charging the camera, there is just a tiny yellow light hidden by the cable, I do not understand why they didn't use the red light indicator on the face of the camera, or the fact that the battery gate doesn't lock on it own, and you have to manually lock the battery gate every time. And finally the menu is the least intuitive of any camera brand I've ever used. This is not a prosumer level camera, it's beginner at best.
As for the pros, the camera does delivery high quality video. The Autofocus is good when you have a person in frame, but struggles to find focus otherwise. The E-Mount gives you a lot of flexibility with lens options. I rate it 2/10 for the Sony ZV-E10
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starRating: 1
title: Falls short on many levels, beginner at best
detailedReviews 103: content: I regret buying this camera! I would've returned it but unfortunately I dropped it and it's very visible where it scratched. The battery does not last. I took a 2 minute video while out, came home and the batter was dead (This was before I dropped it). I have not been able to connect through the App. Now I feel like all the youtube reviews are paid. I don't recommend.
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starRating: 2
title: Regret buying, battery does not last
detailedReviews 104: content: When i opened the box there was a dirty paper towel inside and everything was just loose. Everything har fingerprint smudges and looked heavily used. There were 2 purchase stickers on top of eachother months apart so it was already returned at least twice, even though it was sold to me as being in “excellent condition. I had to open the box and clean it off and repackage it before giving it to my wife as a present which made me feel awful.
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starRating: 1
title: Received used and dirty product, awful experience
detailedReviews 105: content: Honestly this camera might even be better than the canon g7x that everyone have. i took a lot of time trying to review which camera i should get and i went with this. the settings might be a little bit confusing at first especially if youre new to digital cameras, but once you get a hang of the settings, your pictures can come out really nice. the only thing that i wish that came with it was a built in flash, but you can easily get an external flash on amazon for a reasonable price. overall, my experience so far with this camera has been amazing. its so easy to carry around in your purse. the quality for the pictures on these are so amazing! of course it helps at night to have the external flash if you like to take pictures in night time. but i have tested out this camera in daylight and night time. definitely did not disappoint. and i see a lot of people talking about how their pictures comes out too bright or too dark, its honestly the users issue, i like to play around with the settings when i do take pictures and sometimes when i dont even mean to hit a button, the pictures come out really well! , as for videos, i think its pretty good as well, i haven’t taken too many videos on it yet but from the ones i have , it does look really good. overall, if youre trying to invest in a good camera , i think this one would be a great start
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starRating: 4
title: Pictures come out really nice, easy to carry
detailedReviews 106: content: I bought my camera a couple of weeks ago mainly to use for self tape auditions for tv and film work. I was looking the ZV1 initially which should have been fine but decided the ZVE10 would be better as I could build on the system and it also had the facility for headphone monitoring. Not that it would make such a big difference to my requirements but I just thought it would be better to go up a notch. When I received the camera I absolutely loved the size. It’s smaller than my gh5ii but most importantly the auto focus tracking is definitely better and this is the main reason why I decided to go for the Sony. I haven’t had a chance to use it much other than to carry out a few tests but certainly the quality is impressive and the focusing is very reliable. The only thing I find is that the menu is more complicated to scroll
Through than the Panasonic and the wireless transfer is a lot slower. I haven’t tried to see if this is faster if connected by wire but as long as I can get my film onto my phone without the need to attach to computers and the like then it will work for me and thats fine. Going back to the size of the camera it is certainly a lot easier for me to travel with this kit if working away from home and that was also one of the reasons I was attracted to the ZVE10. Certainly the ZV1 would be more compact but weighing one against the other perhaps as someone who use to own a lot of slr equipment I can’t get away from the idea of having the ability to change lenses. The kit lens for the ZVE10 is a very compact zoom 16-50 mm and is absolutely tiny. The image quality seems to be great for what I need. Maybe for photography someone might prefer to spend a bit more on a prime lens but the purpose of me buying this kit was to have something that was capable and portable and I have to say I am really happy with my purchase. I forgot to mention that the built in microphone is also very good and will easily serve me well if I am without a mic. It would have been nice if Sony included a body and rear lens cap which I ended up buying separately but this was not such a massive issue but certainly the first time I’ve bought a lens and camera that did not include these items. Currently Sony are offering a £100 discount and maybe this is because I have heard a MKii version is on the cards. But what one needs to remember (especially with the speed of development with digital equipment) is what was good yesterday should still be good for a number of years and you just anticipate frequents changes and upgrades are made as technology progresses and yes it will probably be cheaper to buy the same next year. But consider what you need it for and ask “does it serve its purpose?”. If the answer is Yes then enjoy your equipment as long as you can and only upgrade if you feel you need to. I gave this product 4 stars as I feel improvements could be made to the menu system and the wireless transfer rate is considerably slower than my Panasonic. But other than this and for the sake of repeating myself. This is a really great camera and will serve my needs very well.
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera, portable, impressive quality
detailedReviews 107: content: I recently upgraded from the Sony ZV-1F to the Sony ZV-E10 and it is the best move ever! I owed the ZV-1F for about 9 months before upgrading and it was the perfect camera for a beginner getting into photography and videography. As time went on, I knew that I needed to get a better camera in order to grow my skills and when the ZV-E10 went on sale for black friday, I couldn't pass up the deal since that camera was on my wishlist!
At this point, I've owned the ZV-E10 for about a week now, and the camera is perfect! The 16-50mm kit lens is amazing for what it is and the photos/videos that are taken with it comes out looking very beautiful and cinematic. Since I am still a beginner at this camera setting, I just set everything to automatic, which still does a great job! The photos and videos are still amazing and I can't over the fact that the AF and bokeh looks so good in the photos/videos (the AF is also pretty fast)! The microphone captures good audio and it does a great job for what it is - even for vlogging. Although, I would definitly say to invest in a good microphone if you're looking for something that will capture the fullness of your voice.
Somethings that I don't really like about the camera are: the batteries and the touchscreen functionality. The battery drains pretty fast if you have the camera up and running. You will DEFINITELY need extra batteries for this but amazon has some good bundle deals for this! As for the touchscreen functionality, there is ONLY touch to track or touch to focus, no other functions than that. As I mentioned, I came from the ZV-1F, where the whole screen has touchscreen functionality. I was pretty sad to find that out since I was so used to the ZV-1F's screen.
My final thoughts on the Sony EV-E10 is that it is an amazing camera for what it will give you. Although, it is more on the advance side since the settings can be a little hard to understand from a beginner, it is still a good camera to LEARN and GROW your skills from. The lens are something that can always be switched out so you don't always need to use the 16-50mm kit lens (but know that lens do get expensive if you are looking to upgrade). I do not regret my decision of buying this camera and I am very happy with it!
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starRating: 5
title: Small and portable, good video quality
detailedReviews 108: content: This camera can do a lot more than simple vlogging, I use it regularly for studio video shoots, both on a gimbal and a tripod with excellent results. It's light weight but reassuringly solid and well made. The interchangeable-lens feature makes it an extremely versatile vlog camera. The autofocus is quick and the onboard mic is decent quality compared with some of its rivals. Although there is no IBIS, unless you are running around like a gazelle it's not that difficult to get steady shots. Video quality is very good and with a prime lens, a nice shallow depth of field produces a smooth bokeh. Battery life is a good 90 minutes in video mode. All in all, a very useful addition to my equipment and thoroughly recommended.
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starRating: 5
title: Versatile vlog camera, excellent results
detailedReviews 109: content: I purchased this Sony ZVE10 recently, already having some experience with Sony E Mount, but also not wanting to spend too much.
This wasn’t that much more than a used camera with the same lens, so it was a decision I gladly took.
The type C usb means I can use a battery bank to charge and operate the camera if my Sony batteries run out of juice.
The fully articulating screen is wonderfully versatile, I’ve not used a viewfinder since early 2000’s so I don’t miss that omission on this camera, the screen can’t be used to navigate menus but you can touch focus, the eye and subject tracking is fantastic.
The build quality overall is very good, it’s not pro level with an ingress protection rating, but I wouldn’t want any camera being soaked…so for my usage, it’s the perfect camera, lightweight, easy to use, from full automatic to fully manual, and a huge range of lenses from Sony and third party manufacturers.
Thank you Very xx
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starRating: 5
title: Lightweight, easy to use, good build quality
detailedReviews 110: content: Before purchasing the ZV-E10, I did a bunch of research into the cameras available around this price point. I don't have an enormous amount of expendable cash, but needed a better camera for work (after using high-end smartphones for video work for a while). I looked at several different options, but kept landing back on the ZV-E10 and I'm really glad I did! I bought it with the kit lens and a 50mm f/1.8 prime lens, which considering I shoot mostly interviews, has produced absolutely incredible results.
My job calls for shooting in 4K, 1080p 60, and 1080p 30 and this camera does it all with ease, especially considering how much I paid for it!
On the photography side, the kit lens takes some really nice pictures, it's very versatile and excels especially when filming yourself for content creation for instance, but the camera absolutely benefits from getting some different lenses depending on what you're shooting.
The built-in microphone does a great job in quiet scenarios, but I tend to use lavalier microphones for most things, so haven't had a chance to test it out all too much.
All in all, absolutely recommend the ZV-E10 if you're looking for a versatile and affordable camera! I'd upload more pictures as examples, but this is the only one I have on my phone at the moment 😅
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starRating: 5
title: Versatile and affordable camera, highly recommend
detailedReviews 111: content: Bought this a week ago, i'm happy to be honest, battery duration is very, average, stabilization is very average even when active stabilization is on, sony does have a software for stabilizing the footage using the gyroscopic data that the camera collects during the recordings, that said, you can only render 1 miserable clip at a time, and if you want to render multiple, you've got to pay, which is shambles, I understand that they want to make money, but if you want to vlog and have decent stabilization, this camera is not for you. Also if you want to record 4k30 you must cope with the crop (1.23x)
otherwise you must stick to 4k24.
Auto-focus is great, better than the competitors at least.
Mic sounds good, above average
With that said, this is a great looking camera, beautiful APS-C sensor that gets you some good image quality. The sony colour science is good aswell. I'm pretty positive that you guys could update the firmare of the camera to allow it to shoot cooler, better looking stuff.
The camera does not overheat unless you are on extreme conditions which is nice
Pretty good camera but yeah, got to improve
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starRating: 4
title: Great looking camera, good image quality
detailedReviews 112: content: Disclaimer that i am not a pro, just a mom having fun. Ive never been more motivated to use a camera like this. I had a panasonic in the past, never figured out how to use it. Decided to upgrade to this sony one. And i love the S&Q feauture i am able to create cute fun videos for myself and social media friends. I like the size of this camera, the interchangeabke lens, and the many accesory options out there. The menu (once learned) is very simple to maneuver. I like the quick access to changing the settings in this camera. I use human/animal detection alot. I am starting to play around with the filters as well. I am learning how to fully articulate the manual settings, but when i need a quick shot i can easily switch to aperture or shoot. If i am really in a rut and unsure what i should do with my settings, i can change it to intelligent auto mode which gives me a better still outcome than i would have done. I think this camera is wonderful in low light settings. I take a ton of indoor family shots in my home. The battery as i have experience with many cameras, is crap. So i have ordered backup batteries to change out when needed. My favorite feature is the small but not too small size of this device. I use the kit lens quite often. When i want more portrait style photos ill switch it to sonys 30mm, to give a great bokeh effect. Im learning this camera jargon. I did watch many youtube videos when i received this too, so you must do your homework if you truly want the full sony camera zv-e10 experience
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starRating: 5
title: Wonderful in low light settings
detailedReviews 113: content: this is my first time ever buying a purchase from Best Buy by myself. I’m a college student that is in the Tish program at NYU. Studying film and television. And I wanted a new camera to start my content journey with YouTube and shooting short films, solo and going into Best Buy at the amazing help ever with picking out the best camera the stand and setting up my own first credit card to buy the purchase. Overall, this camera has been the best purchased a new lens for my camera. My content has been amazing using this camera. I wouldn’t recommend any other camera to a beginner Vlogger or film student that wants to just do little short films off there camera.
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starRating: 5
title: Best purchased for beginner vlogger/film student
detailedReviews 114: content: This is my first time ever to purchase my own Video Camera. ZV-E10 4K by SONY didn't disappoint me that much. The only annoying part is that when you are uploading video even it's just a second(s) videos? It keeps on DISCONNECTING. You need to keep on CONNECTING but e en you tried for how many times. Most of the time it really won't. When it comes to capturing photos tho, I love it because it's super clear. Easy buttons as well and you can choose if you want to manually or automatically use the camera. Great camera for capturing beautiful moments, places with the family.
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starRating: 5
title: Super clear photos, easy buttons
detailedReviews 115: content: I recently bought this camera because I wanted to better the content quality on my YouTube channel and I have been pleased with it. There are some shortcomings of this camera but like any other camera, this is no different. Rolling Shutter and the build quality are the most annoying/con of this camera that you can't wrap your mind around. The rolling shutter as you might have seen on the youtube reviews of this camera is pretty bad and the build quality is very plastic-ish/cheap. But there are also some pros of this camera, like the incredible sensor of this camera that lets you record up to 4k 24 uncropped and 4k 30 cropped. The kit lens it comes with does no magic but with the right lens, this camera is incredible. I have the Sigma 18-50 mm lens which does magic on this little camera, video quality and photo quality sky rockets on this when you start using better lenses, no surprise there. This is perhaps the best entry point to the sony mirrorless camera system because of the flip screen and decent audio quality from the on board mic but more over on the lens collection of the e mounts and perhaps the best beginner/entry point camera for the e mount camera for content creators.
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starRating: 5
title: Incredible sensor, best entry point for creators
detailedReviews 116: content: This camera has been an incredible addition to my photography and content creation gear. The image quality is outstanding, with sharp details and vibrant colors. It performs exceptionally well in both bright and low-light conditions. The autofocus is fast and accurate, making it perfect for capturing moving subjects. The video quality is also impressive, ideal for vlogs and professional projects. The design is sleek and lightweight, which makes it easy to carry around for travel and outdoor shoots. Highly recommended for both beginners and professionals!
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starRating: 5
title: Outstanding image quality, performs well
detailedReviews 117: content: I love this camera quality on this device. I’m still learning a lot of features on the camera. I use it mainly for photos and YouTube videos. The only thing that I don’t like is the stabilization. I have used the post production app that Sony provides but some videos are still terrible after. Talking head videos are okay but for vlogging it’s terrible. Which is weird because it’s marketed as a clogging camera. For vlogging I use my cannon g7 mark ii still because of its easiness to use. Talking head this camera really shines because of its quality. I do not regret this purchase just need to spend more time learning the new camera. For the price you pay it’s a great camera. I enjoy also how the camera feels in hand. With the bigger lens it isn’t as portable though. I would recommend for someone who is doing photos or talking head videos.
When I did an in store pickup the gentlemen who helped me at Best Buy gave me great customer service. It was such an easy going experience I recommend doing an in store pickup. Thank you Sony and best buy
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera for photos or talking head videos
detailedReviews 118: content: The Sony ZV-E10 paired with the 55-210mm lens is a great setup for creators. It delivers sharp 4K video, fast and reliable autofocus, and excellent background blur. The 55-210mm lens adds versatility, perfect for capturing distant subjects like wildlife or sports. Compact and lightweight, it's ideal for travel and vlogging. This combo strikes a strong balance between quality and portability, making it a solid choice for content creators and enthusiasts alike.
Zv-e10 + 55-210mm = Introvert Pervert combo 😂😂😂
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starRating: 5
title: Great setup for creators, sharp 4K video
detailedReviews 119: content: Image Quality:amazing
Performance:battery consumption quiet bad but too many people already address this. So i bought extra battery
Very fast service by the seller. The camera works fine, I've been waiting to get one for a long time and finally i did. Really worth the buck. Even the Mark ii already out, i thought that it's not really worth the money to add about RM2k+- more for some little extra features. Thank you seller. My only disappointment is by the courier ninja van. Everything from the seller part is flawless. 10000/10⭐️
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starRating: 5
title: Worth the buck, fast service
detailedReviews 120: content: I am a beginner in photography and videography and started off with a Canon Rebel T2. I will say, that Canon is great for those that don't know photography lingo (like ISO, aperture and shutter speed). But once you get the hang of this camera, the image quality is so nice! The one kind of negative thing I will say about this camera is the battery life. I can maybe get away with using for a days outing of taking pictures but it does go down pretty quick. I am still getting used to all the features of this camera, but the more I use it, the easier it is to take quality shots/videos, and the more I appreciate it.
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starRating: 4
title: Image quality is so nice
detailedReviews 121: content: I wanted to buy my first camera but didn't want to break the bank. I watched a lot of videos for the ZV-E10 and reviewers praise it as an all-rounder budget camera with the option to swap lenses. Interchangeable lenses gives you a lot of options for shooting videos or capturing photos. I've used it a few times and have been pretty happy with the results. My wife is a photographer and stole my camera for a day after she tried it out.
You can find a lot of accessories online for it, like cages to protect it and add many mounting points for more accessories. Charging and transferring data is made easy with the USB-C port.
The menu is a bit dated and looks super confusing. If you're like me and you've never messed with a camera's settings, you're gonna need to watch some videos. Part of what makes this budget camera great is how much you can customize it to get great photos.
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starRating: 4
title: Great all-rounder budget camera with interchangeable lenses
detailedReviews 122: content: On the box, the Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Vlog Camera sounds like some kind of hyped up webcam of the type you mount on your monitor. What's in the box, however, is an extremely powerful photo and video camera in a mirrorless body that just happens to have a feature set that vloggers and streamers would find more than handy.
As a mirrorless mount with an interchangeable lens system, this camera takes excellent pictures. The huge APS-C sensor captures beautiful images even in less than ideal lighting conditions. The AF system does a great job of keeping the subject in focus, making portrait photography effortless. Swapping out the 16-50mm for the 1.8f/50mm was easy once I figured out the alignment dots, and gave me some outstanding portrait shots with some nice bokeh.
Video also comes out beautifully, in HD and in 4K. The intelligent autofocus keeps the subject looking sharp and there is some image stabilization that keeps camera movements looking smooth. There's a slow/quick motion setting for video capture as well.
Swapping between still, video, and slow/quick-mo is done via one button. You have to look at the icon at the top of the display to know which mode you are in. My initial lighting tests ended up being in slow-motion because I didn't know what was going on. Also, it's difficult to move quickly from video mode to photo mode to snap a quick still then back to video mode, since it cycles through the modes with each press, and there is a bit of a lag between changing so it's easy to overshoot which mode you are trying to get to. If you could take stills in video mode, this wouldn't have been that big a deal, but for some reason you can't with this camera. During a quick shoot while I took my family fishing, I constantly had to tell them to hold their pose while I figured out what mode I was in. And for some odd reason, often when I was zooming in or out directly after taking a picture, the camera went into review mode and zooms in on the pic I just took, leaving me scrambling trying to figure out how to put it back in camera mode before I lost the shot.
Oddly enough, it was the online streaming feature, the one that ostensibly this camera was designed for, that felt like it was the least intuitive to use. Every time I plugged in my camera to my computer it would flash that it was not in USB streaming mode. I had to watch a youtube video to figure out how to get OBS to recognize it as a video capture device.
Tucked away in a menu option (provided you are in video shooting mode first) is the option to turn on USB streaming (don't plug the camera in first, or else it'll activate file transfer mode). Once that is selected, you can open up your streaming software, and after you connect the device it will be recognized as a selectable source.
I recorded a quick video game streaming session, pointed the camera at my face for some close-up reaction shots, and set a hotkey to cut over to it occasionally. The result was worth the hassle of figuring out and setting up. Movie quality closeups, with a tight depth of field that made background blur filters obsolete. Even in the challenging lighting conditions (in my bedroom at night, with a fluorescent desk light shining on my face and a 15-panel nanoleaf cycling through every color behind me, you know, typical streamer stuff) the footage was pristine.
If you've got the face for it, this camera is essential for giving your production a professional sheen. Even if you don't, there's a beautifying mode that gives that nice soft focus to hide blemishes. And if you do any sort of product shots, the intelligent autofocus has a mode that prioritizes close objects over faces. This means that you can be on camera with your face in focus, then hold up a product close to the lens, and the camera will quickly focus on it, then focus back on your face once the item is out of the way. None of that silly "hold your hand behind the product so that hopefully your webcam can see it" nonsense, this camera makes it seem as if you had a trained cinematographer on your crew.
Overall, the end product that this camera puts out is worth the occasional frustration at not being in the right context menu. Beautiful pictures with minimal work, and excellent streaming capabilities, all in a small package.
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starRating: 5
title: Beautiful pictures with minimal work, excellent streaming
detailedReviews 123: content: First, i’d like to say how friendly, welcoming and professional the staff at the Ann Arbor and Westland locations were in helping me purchase my first camera. Very pleased with my purchanse , but more happy in my shopping experience.
Now, lets talk about the Sony ZV-E10 camera,
This camera is wonderful for vlogging, home videos, great quality photos. . This camera is A major upgrade for your social media photos as well. Takes amazing pictures in natural daylight settings. Also, the more you learn your camera you can adjust it to your preferences. And find what works best for you. Make sure to check out YouTube to find some really great reviews on the camera. It was very helpful for me and learning how to set mine up. It takes a little bit of time but once you get it figured out you were on your way. Best of luck to you now get out there and take some photos.
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starRating: 5
title: Wonderful for vlogging, home videos, great photos
detailedReviews 124: content: Excellent Camera.
I use it as my A camera does an amazing job
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title: Excellent camera, does an amazing job
detailedReviews 125: content: The Sony ZVE10 is a fantastic camera for anyone looking to step up their content creation game. It's super compact, making it easy to carry around, and the image quality is top-notch, especially in good lighting. The autofocus is incredibly fast and accurate, which is a lifesaver when you're filming yourself. The flip-out screen is perfect for vloggers, and the built-in microphone is decent, although I'd recommend an external mic for the best audio. Overall, it's a great value for the price and a perfect entry point into the world of mirrorless cameras.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic camera for content creation
detailedReviews 126: content: After lots of research, I purchased my first ZV-E10 a couple of months ago. I'm a workplace trainer that delivers multiple virtual training sessions a week, and I wanted something compact that still provided far more professional quality video than the webcams I'd been using previously.
I have the camera set up permanently on a tripod in a studio, and I use a dummy battery for a couple of reasons - it keeps the heat away from the camera (some of my training sessions are 3 hours long) and it also protects the life of the real battery.
The ZV-E10 has a 'clean' HDMI output which means I can still see menus, etc ... on the camera's screen, but they don't get broadcast beyond the camera. The lack of this feature on some competing models was a dealbreaker for me.
This is my first experience with Sony cameras (I have decades of experience with another brand) so I expected to spend a bit of time getting used to the new menus, however I found everything I needed within a couple of hours of the package arriving. Since then I've explored further and now feel very comfortable navigating the many options and settings available.
While it's a smaller camera than I'm used to, it feels sturdy and well-built, and the ability to swap lenses means there's plenty out there to support all foreseeable needs for me. That said, its primary role is to stream training content from my studio at work, and my many learners constantly comment on the quality of the video - as do I.
I've been so impressed with the ZV-E10's ability to meet my needs that I've since bought a second one. I'm fortunate to be able to work from home at least a couple of days a week, and this means I can provide the same quality of experience for my training audiences.
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starRating: 5
title: Great quality video, meets needs
detailedReviews 127: content: By far the best bang for buck camera for video.
Small, light weight great features and outstanding image quality.
By no means is this a perfect camera, it has its negatives like everything.
It feels a bit on the cheap side being mostly plastic, no ibis, there is a crop factor in certain mod3/frame rates, on board mic is OK not not the best.
But many higher price cameras have similar faults, so what this offers far outweighs it's negative points.
The showcase feature is really handy and the af is solid.
Great for a travel, offering both great video and good solid still image quality,
Perfect for using with a gimble (fixes the stabilisation issue) even works well as a webcam for those zoom calls.
Overall a solid little guy that is reliable.
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starRating: 4
title: Best bang for buck camera for video
detailedReviews 128: content: After recently deciding to switch to Sony I decided I would go with the ZVE-10 and I was not disappointed. This camera feels premium and amazing, it also shoots amazing video and stills. The only reason it's not perfect I would say is the battery life is not great and I believe that's a problem with all Sony cameras. Also a little overheating after extensive use. The screen looks amazing but does not give the photos justice until you load them up into the computer and see them. I love this camera and hopefully I do not have to but I would buy it again.
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starRating: 4
title: Premium and amazing, shoots amazing video
detailedReviews 129: content: We’ve been patiently waiting for this upgrade! We wanted a small, mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses. And we’ve always been big fan of Sony imagery over the competition. The Sony ZV-E10 is an upgrade to the ZV-1 with a few notable changes.Firstly, the new model is equipped with a 24.2 MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor; the same sensor as the Sony a6100. The ZV-1 uses a smaller, 20.1 MP 1’’ sensor. The ZV-E10 records more detail, and more effectively in low-light.AND the ZV-E10 is an interchangeable lens camera, compatible with Sony E-mount lenses. This is the biggie. Combined with its larger sensor, this greatly enhances the versatility and performance capabilities of the camera. It’s all about the glass!The ZV-E10 is marketed more as a VLOGing camera rather than for still photography. It’s very capable of both, but people more serious about photography probs wouldn’t be looking at a camera in this price range anyway.Speaking of video, which is what we’ll use it for primarily, it shoots Ultra-HD 4K and 1080 HD at a bunch of different frame rates. You can Live stream directly from the camera simply by connecting the camera via USB-C. It’ll stream HD at 720 and it will pass the camera’s audio to the stream. And the USB port will provide power to the camera.The ZV-E10 utilizes Sony’s Eye AF functionality with 425 focus points, a few more than the ZV-1’s 315. Background Defocus lets you immediately switch to the maximum aperture setting of the attached lens with a single button function, for a cool bokeh effect. It also has the Product Showcase feature, which is extremely useful for live streamers and vloggers. This allows the camera to automatically (and quickly) pull focus to product when the product is held up in front of the camera, and then back again when the product is removed from the field of view. Both of these effects work while streaming. It's a very cool (and useful) effect.Unfortunately, the ZV-E10 offers electronic image stabilization, while the ZV-1 offered both optical and electronic image stabilization. If you stream from your desk, no big deal at all. The new model’s autofocus should still work well with a handle or grip for stable recording while selfie-walking.There has been a significant battery upgrade in the ZV-10, which uses an NP-FW50 battery. We’re talking up to 400-some shots when using the LCD, or 80 to 120-ish minutes of recording video. That’s a little less than double that of the ZV-1’s NP-BX1 battery. And – there’s now USB-C charging.The ZV-E10 is equipped with the same built-in 3-capsule directional or cardioid pattern microphone as the ZV-1. It’s a very nice built-in microphone, optimized to record voices directly in front of the camera. And, like the ZV-1, a furry kitten or dead mouse wind screen is included with the new camera. It also has 3.5 mm analog mic and headphone jacks. Both the ZV-E10 and the ZV-1 also have a Multi Interface hot shoe, enabling them to support a Digital Audio Interface, so your ZV-E10 can record audio digitally via a compatible microphone.The power zoom does make a little noise (which will be recorded), but you can manual zoom quietly.The manual and lots of help videos are all online. There's a handy QR code you can scan in the box for the manual and webcam software.The Alpha ZV-E10 is available now in both black and white, either as the body only or a few extra bucks for the 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens. Get the kit and add lenses later.
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starRating: 4
title: Great for vloggers, takes great still pictures
detailedReviews 130: content: The Sony ZV-E10 was designed for the vlogger in mind and it hits the mark. Excellent video and audio right out of the box, when you add on the Sony Vloggers Kit, the ZV-E10 feels like it becomes an extension of you.
Battery Life: Advertised to provide 80 minutes of video OR just under 450 photos. While these numbers are not bad, they could be better, the supplied battery for the ZV-E10 (NP-FW50) is one that Sony camera fans know well and have made their gripes known. On my test runs I averaged 75 minutes on video and got 400 photos, but the temperature was rather high when testing. If you’re planning on a full day of video and photos, bring an extra battery or two, your other option is charging the battery directly through the camera body via a USB-C cable, this option is slow.
Sensor: at 24 megapixels, it is on par with other APS-C sensors and picture resolution is very good as well as color and lighting. While not a photographing powerhouse, as that was not its intended customer base, it does very well capturing stills but excels when placed into Video mode.
Lens options: This was a great upgrade, lens swapping! Swapping between lenses is a breeze. The provided 16-50mm lens is excellent and provides a great range and depth of field but now you have the ability to throw on a prime lens and expand your videos to another level. Perhaps you want to shoot your next vlog in 35mm at 1.8/f… well, now you can.
In the box you also received a windscreen (dead cat) for the microphone which is a nice added piece.
Video: The auto focusing is amazing, for the price point you do get 4K video but only at 24 or 30 FPS and your slow motion shooting is maxed out at 1080p.
Overall, its an impressive camera right out the box for the price and really, the only thing holding it back is its battery life. While the touch controls are limited, I think Sony was going for a keep it simple type of setup, which is more in line with Vloggers. Its lightweight and has a minimal footprint which is great for when your on the go or just want something that will get the job done well without weighing you down with equipment.
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starRating: 4
title: Impressive camera right out of the box
detailedReviews 131: content: I've been a photographer for over forty years but this is my first foray into mirrorless hardware.
I was looking for a small, well built interchangeable lens camera to use ordinarily for shooting video and sometimes as a compact still camera for when I'm backpacking. This hits the mark on all fronts.
It's built like a little tank, nothing feels creaky, nothing flexes. I like that the screen can be rotated to protect it when not in use. The buttons and dials are solid and responsive. Altogether this feels more like a professional camera than I could have hoped for.
Video quality is excellent. I love that I have the option of HLG for simplified colour grading in post.
Still image quality is much better than expected too, I can certainly live with this out in the mountains where size and weight come into play.
It even seems to produce reasonable results in its automated video and photo modes, making it ideal for those wanting to move into the world of interchangeable lens cameras for the first time.
On the minus side, using it in manual mode is a little more "fiddly" than the DSLR's I'm accustomed to, I'm having to delve into the somewhat convoluted menus a little more often than I'd like. A trade off for the small form factor is fewer buttons and dials than one gets on a full frame DSLR. This will get easier as I get more acclimatised to the Sony menu structure and as I customise the camera to suit my workflow more. If you're more acquainted with Sony cameras this will be less of an issue for you.
My other little gripe is the relatively short battery life. I guess its only to be expected in a camera so small that needs to power a screen whenever it's in use. As an aside to that, I do miss the viewfinder, particularly in bright light.
Those little gripes aside, this is a fantastic camera that produces great video and stills at a real bargain price. I don't hesitate in recommending it.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic camera, great video and stills
detailedReviews 132: content: I bought the Sony ZV-E10 mainly for video recording and it exceeded my expectations. The image quality is amazing, the autofocus is super fast, and the flip-out screen is very helpful for filming myself. The built-in microphone also delivers good sound, though I use an external mic for even better quality. It doesn't have in-body stabilization, but that’s easily managed with a good lens or tripod. Totally recommended for vlogs, social media, or YouTube.
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starRating: 5
title: Exceeded expectations, amazing image quality
detailedReviews 133: content: I’m really impressed with this camera! The Sony Alpha ZV-E10 is super easy to use, even for someone like me who’s not a pro. The picture and video quality are amazing, and it’s perfect for vlogging or creating content. I love the compact design—it’s lightweight and easy to carry around. The 16-50mm lens it comes with is great for a variety of shots, and the autofocus works like a dream. Definitely worth it if you want something beginner-friendly but still packed with features!!
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starRating: 5
title: Super easy to use, amazing picture quality
detailedReviews 134: content: The Alpha ZV-E10 is the latest all new offering from Sony. As a budget vlog camera, with it's extremely generous asking price, abundant features and excellent quality, folks are in for a treat with this one. It's surprisingly lightweight and perfect for portability when not in use. The design is very similar to the previous ZV-1 model but with a few extra bells and whistles. Specifically this time around you have the ability to interchange lenses with ease and transform an already outstanding device into multipurpose powerhouse. As mentioned above this camera is tailored to vloggers with it's convenient flip out screen giving you selfie style viewing. As a beginner, one may feel overwhelmed by the plentiful settings and options so I recommend watching walkthrough videos online to give you a better understanding. However, if you're familiar with these types of cameras you should feel confident in your purchase. There is no built in flash so an extra attachment may be necessary, I didn't really have trouble capturing scenes in low light environments. The touch screen is just used for focusing which I would have liked to see other uses for. One of my favorite features though is the intelligent auto mode. This does exactly what it says, automatically adjusts the settings of your shot, which makes it easy for newer vloggers to get the best detail with no effort. I was very impressed to see high quality 4k video, clear crisp audio, as well as a setting to record in 120 hz making all of my videos ultra smooth and satisfying. And with that, if you download and install the imaging edge mobile app to your smartphone, you can easily transfer all of your photos and videos to your gallery within no time wirelessly. Overall you really can't go wrong here, Sony definitely came out swinging and dare I say hit a home run with the ZV-E10.
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starRating: 5
title: Hit the mark for vloggers, great value
detailedReviews 135: content: Product Quality:BRAND NEW AND FUNCTIONING
Performance:GOOD
Best Feature:AFFORDABLE
To everyone planning to buy camera from this shop here’s what you need to know:
1. Products are brand new, but upon opening the cloth bag were a bit dirty but it wasn’t so bothering maybe for others.
2. Buy at your own risk. Since they don’t offer 1 year warranty unlike when you buy in the mall after receiving make sure you tested the item for at least a week.
3. No freebies, for its price you really wouldn’t get a freebie but sometimes they do give if there’s like huge sale.
4. The customer service is good, they provide realtime update and even send pictures of my order.
5. For my camera, I am relly happy that I got it at a very affordable price. Brand new and no damage at all.
Thank you to this shop, may you continue giving a quality service and sell more/upcoming gadgets at a very affordable prices.
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starRating: 5
title: Brand new and functioning, affordable price
detailedReviews 136: content: After taking this Camera both indoors to my studio and outside to film a round of golf, this camera can do it all. HIGHLY reccomend paring with a set of RODE wireless mics when outdoors however not needed as the mic quality indoors is quite solid when you're within 5-10 feet and have no wind to fight. The video quality is top notch ONCE you get your settings dialed. Does not come out of the box with the best settings to set you up for the greatest success however a 10 minute YouTube video will get you ready to crank out high quality content in no time. The stock lens that comes with the pack is a great starter but I will be looking to upgrade my lens soon. Outdoor quality can suffer slightly without the right lens combo. Other than that excited to start my camera ownership journey with Sony and this camera deifnitely packs a punch!
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starRating: 4
title: Top notch video quality, packs a punch
detailedReviews 137: content: I bought this a month ago and immediately used it on my recent trip. I tried recording in 4K and also took pictures using the highest resolution. The results were amazing! The only downside is the stabilisation issue. Even with steady hands, it was a challenge to record while walking. Overall, the price is reasonable. Good for starters like me. I will definitely take this on my future trips this year and make travel diaries with it!
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing results, reasonable price for starters
detailedReviews 138: content: She just came in! My new baby 💕 a lot prettier in actual. Upgraded from zv1 to zve10 and I am so so happy with my new camera. This shop is SO LEGIT! I can vouch for this store! The device came in well wrapped and packaged. Seller is also very responsive and entertains questions and inquiries promptly. Came with kit lens lens and cap, shoulder strap, battery and charger 💗 thank you seller! To more transactions in the future!
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starRating: 5
title: So happy with my new camera
detailedReviews 139: content: I've been taking pictures dating back 37 years to an old Nikon F3. I've recently gotten into videography and this little camera was too good to pass up. The price is extremely attractive and the Vlogging features along with the ability to be used as an interchangeable lens camera for photography seemed too good to be true. While it lacks many handy on-board controls for setting changes like a higher-end mirrorless or DSLR cameras might have, that is not the point of this camera - and I found, with a few settings in the quick menu, I didn't really miss them. Once you get it set up with a few personal changes to the custom buttons, this little camera can punch WAY above its weight class.
- Image/video quality:
The ZV-E10 uses the same APS-C sensor that's used all the way up the A6--- line. With the exception of a standard Sony weakness for rolling shutter when taking videos and panning quickly or shooting very fast moving objects, the image and video quality are excellent. I was able to grab very high quality still images and stunning video that held up to post processing. 4K/30p video with log profiles and 8-bit 4:2:0 recording is certainly more than good enough for a blogger starting out and even held up well for getting a surprisingly clean key for green screen effects. I would have loved to see something like 10-bit 4:2:2 output over HDMI for the very best output quality but that really is asking a bit much in this price range.
-Vlogging:
This camera is the first tool in my starting toolkit as a vlogger. Let me tell you what I was able to do: Within minutes (literally less than a hour of testing!), I was able to take sharp video in selfie mode, test product mode (which isn't the kind of video I'll be taking but wow it works well to automatically switch focus from the presenter to a product and back), switch lenses and take 4K video of birds in the trees out the window into my backyard, attach the camera to my laptop and toggle the menu item for USB streaming and have an instant 720p webcam on my laptop for Zoom and OBS Studio. If you're worried about the resolution of the USB stream (I thought I was) don't be. The quality of the image is good enough to upscale to 1080p and, when compared to the output of a high-end 1080p-native webcam, still came out looking much better. If you want more pixels you can get an inexpensive video capture adapter to plug the HDMI output from the ZV-E10 into a USB port on your laptop and stream up to a glorious 4K.
Sound:
The on-board microphone is incredibly impressive. No other on-board microphone sounds this clear for all around video. The clip-on windscreen is also a nice touch. To be honest, I immediately went to an external microphone plugged into the mic jack for flexibility but the point is I didn't have to to get some impressively clean audio even outdoors.
Kit lens:
The included 16-50mm (24-75mm equivalent) kit lens is more than capable. It's compact yet manages a good wide-to-telephoto range that will keep a lot of users happy without having to swap. But the point is that you CAN swap. Focus is fast and nearly silent, so there's no hint of focus hunting or noise on your video. Zoom is loud and will be captured but I don't tend to zoom while I'm recording. If that's something you need to do, swap in a different lens with a manual zoom and go.
Battery life:
It's not a big battery, but I was able to go a fully day of on-and-off shooting on one charge - but barely. I did invest in a power adapter that uses a dummy battery that plugs into the wall for longer video sessions, but the camera will also charge via USB when streaming. USB charging doesn't seem to fully keep up with power draw, but it will get you a few hours.
For my personal needs of taking a small camera along with me for everything from snapshots to getting amazingly high quality video on the go, the ZV-E10 could not be more perfect. My big DSLR hasn't come out of my bag since I got the ZV-E10 and it probably won't. I stream virtual performances for a local community theater using OBS Studio, do headshots for the theater and wildlife photography (thanks to a longer zoom lens I got) and am starting up my own (very small) YouTube channel - all with the same camera. I could not possibly be happier. I can't possibly recommend it enough unless you're doing high quality 4K broadcast footage... and even then I'll bet the ZV-E10 is up for doing your B-roll at a minimum. You won't do better without spending quite a lot more money.
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starRating: 5
title: Punches way above its weight class
detailedReviews 140: content: I bought this after extensive research into vlogging kit. I've started creating Youtube content and this camera always comes out on top, for both picture quality, video frame rate and smoothness. Its a very solid quality build and its looks very smart. In terms of size, its smaller than you would imagine.
I love the output, and its easy to use once you get used to the functions. I recommend watching youtube videos on the initial configuration
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starRating: 5
title: Solid quality build, easy to use
detailedReviews 141: content: i bought the Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 Kit Mirrorless Vlog Camera with 16-50mm Lens - Black and i am loving it so much. it’s fully functioning and is actually in really good quality, especially considering it’s an older camera. incredible!! everything is functioning perfectly, i’ve had no problems and i’ve been experimenting with the camera for a while now, so if there were problems i’d have stumbled upon them by now. it also shipped super fast and came in the cutest packaging with helpful cards offering warranty and saying to be gentle with the camera bc it’s old!! it even came with a discount code for some of their accessories. i’d seriously recommend buying from here, the camera is definitely fairly priced and totally worth it. thank you so much cute camera!
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starRating: 5
title: Loving it so much, fully functioning
detailedReviews 142: content: Firstly, I have had a Sony camera before, and I like that I'm familiar with the interface and technology of this camera. Even with the new and improved technology, the operation is ideally suited to Vlogging, ie background defocus, clear voice recording, regardless of the weather, which is certainly helped by the supplied wind muffler.
A big plus is the multi angle screen, for when you're recording in different scenarios, or just snapping a picture. The camera weight is a little above what it could be, making it heavy to hold for long periods, but I found even with the odd shake while holding it, the video remained stable and clear, which I assume is helped with the OSS on the lens.
With the lens in mind, the Sony SELP1650 E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens that i got with the camera was certainly more advance than my last, but I was impressed generally in its size and operation, with a zoom function, that was smooth and quiet and was not picked up on the videos taken.
Using it for a Vlog I was doing, it was clear how advanced this camera was with track with a touch, and no matter what the brightness, all the faces seemed to have a natural look to them, even in an evening sitting at a restaurant, with family.
I even tried using it with a lead as a live streaming camera with a tripod, and was amazed at the quality of the picture and the sound whilst speaking to family.
This is a professional camera for a first time Vlogger, it is generally easy to use and has fool proof functions that make even an amateur sit down video or vlog, look well put together. The lens is a big plus to this, but as a whole it really is a good combination, just a shame a little heavy if holding it for a while, however I am aware there are products that could make this easier to use for longer use, ie tripods and mono pods.
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starRating: 4
title: Professional camera for a first time Vlogger
detailedReviews 143: content: Product Quality:good quality 10/10
Best Feature:color of the photo/video
Performance:good
Really good for beginners. I just wish there was a charger for battery. I didn’t try connecting to laptop yet, ill try soon. Bluetooth is functioning well. I tried it on my iPhone and it works really fast. You just need to download an app for transferring photos.
I like the brightness of the photo even dark it captures clearly.
I didn’t review the video yet. But I hope it works well too.
Thank you for the trust shopee! and This is the highest amount I ordered online. I was afraid first thinking I wouldn’t get the real parcel. I depend on the reviews of other cx. This is legit shop!
The other down side is, It didn’t smell brand new, but I like the fact that there are NO dents or scratches on the camera.
Thank you rider for keeping the parcel safe though the packaging is light.
Overall, I like the camera so much! I am happy with my purchase.
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starRating: 5
title: Good for beginners, captures clearly
detailedReviews 144: content: Performance:Amazing
Image Quality:Amazing
Finally got my dream camera that i’ve been eyeing for about a year. This camera is amazing for beginners like me. Sony advertised it as a vlog camera but honestly i wouldn’t really trust it as a vlog camera due to the rolling shutter as you guys know for now (if you watch a lot of reviews on youtube). The rolling shutter only happens if you move the camera a lot during video. Picture quality is super nice and for starters, the kit lens is perfect to practice with. I bought this camera for around RM2980 (using vouchers and some coins)
The pictures i attached are before editing and after editing just for your reference. Thanks for reading!
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing for beginners, super nice picture quality
detailedReviews 145: content: I don't get the huge number of positive reviews on this except to note that they are massively "tech insider" program reviews. This is a very average camera. It has an old sensor used for a long time on Sony cameras. It has a very old and low quality screen. It has an old battery that isn't very well suited for a video oriented camera - it would be well suited for a photo-focused camera. It has an old menu system that doesn't even support touchscreen use. The only touchscreen functionality I could get working was touch to focus. Anywhere else it doesn't work. The onboard stabilization is weak in that it adds a massive crop to smooth out video. Meanwhile cheaper action cameras can get better stabilization from <10% crop. I'm guessing because the processor is too weak (probably also old tech).
I am coming from a Samsung NX500 camera from 2016 and that thing had a better resolution OLED screen and proper touchscreen operation. It also had a 28mp sensor that was also fast with great colors. If that NX500 didn't break I would return this in a second because this is 2x the price. I just find it hard to believe people are OK with this price and performance in 2022. The market is so stagnant that this is acceptable?
In 2022 we should have GPS on board without installing an app on my phone and doing a clunky connection every time I want to geo tag photos. We should have a working touchscreen. We should have an OLED if there is no view-finder.
So with the cons out of the way.. I will say the camera is fast and auto focus is great. The lens selection is OK, I ended up buying the Sony 10-18mm because of the huge crop on image stabilization, but the aperture on that lens at F4 is not great for video. I mostly use the Sigma 16mm and Sony 50mm and 36mm lenses.
One feature I love about this camera is the gyro data. Using Sony's catalyst browse software you get a really smooth video with very little crop - unlike the onboard stabilization. I found the on-board mic to be useless but thankfully Sony makes a very expensive hotshoe mic that is cable free and sounds amazing. The ECM-B1M is a must have if you buy this.
In summary, I've gotten some great family videos out of it thanks to the Sony 50mm and Sigma 16mm lens and the Sony microphone. I also use the Ronin SC-1 gimbal which handles the weight perfectly even with a cell phone mounted on top. I would still recommend this camera, because alternatives are similar in being dated and stagnant. If Samsung was in the game still I think we would be in an entirely different landscape on this size camera because in 6 years they for sure would have added the gyro stabilization and a mic input and that alone would make it better than this for the sensor and OLED.
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starRating: 3
title: Fast autofocus, great gyro data
detailedReviews 146: content: Great Versatile Beginner Camera. The kit lens can take you a long way. This camera's autofocus works great and has eye detection for humans and animals. 4k video and pictures. Can shoot Jpeg %26 Raw at the same time, or separately. It has OSS, so the stabilization works great. Highly recommend. Max capacity for card is 128gb.
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starRating: 5
title: Great versatile beginner camera, autofocus works great
detailedReviews 147: content: Best Feature:lightweight, compact, image quality
Performance:easy to use, good natural color grading
Product Quality:sleek design, quality photos
legit store. after reading/watching multiple reviews, i decided to go for zv-e10 and so far, it doesn’t disappoint. it’s cheaper than the latest models from sony’s alpha series but the quality can compete. highly recommended (white cam is so sexy 💯)
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starRating: 5
title: Lightweight, compact, excellent image quality
detailedReviews 148: content: Wow, what a great little camera, I was considering buying an A7iii or another A7iv as a backup/2nd camera to use with my A7iv, but this fits the budget better and the quality is just as good. Sure, it doesn't have ALL the bells and whistles of the A7 series but for 99% of what I shoot it's going to do the job. Solid build and great design, and all my A7 e-series lenses work with the camera too! Huge cost savings. I had my doubts about the 16-50 lens that came with the body, but it's compact size that goes well with the ZV make this a much more go-to camera for day-to-day running around and wanting to have a great camera along just in case.
If there is a downside to the camera, it's a relatively small one, it has no viewer/eyepiece, so you must always use the screen to see what you're taking pictures of, here in Florida that can be a problem with the bright sunlight. Again, this is my 2nd/backup camera, and it was purchased more for its video capabilities that photo work and will be used mainly indoors so this is a minor issue.
It seems like a lot of money for a compact camera, especially when you consider the quality of camera for most cell phones, but you get what you pay for. GREAT camera
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starRating: 5
title: Great little camera, good quality
detailedReviews 149: content: The camera is neat and simple. I purchased this camera because I want to catch special moments and memories. Also, I wanted to practice photography. JPEG photos aren’t perfect but still great. The he RAW pics are amazing to edit. I’m looking forward to learning more about photography.
I also take videos, and the image quality is great and I love how it can keep a steady image.
It’s just a fun camera to use. I’d recommend it to anyone who just wants to capture the special moments.
Only critique is that the WIFI photo transfer to the phone is slow and glitchy.
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starRating: 5
title: Fun camera to use, recommend for capturing moments
detailedReviews 150: content: This is a very difficult review to write. Not because the Sony Alpha ZV-E10 Mirrorless Vlog Camera with 16-50mm Lens is a poor camera, (it most certainly is NOT a poor camera), but because I am having difficulty in determining from which angle I want to approach this review…from that of a vlogger, (which is why I got it), or from the view of a photographer, (which was the secondary reason I jumped at the opportunity to get this camera). Since I was looking for a vlog camera, I will write the review from that perspective. But since vlogging does indeed involve photography (and I am not a professional photographer in any sense of the word), there will be times the worlds of vlogging and photography intersect in this review.
Out of the box, the ZV-E10 comes with the “E PZ” 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS zoom lens, which is a Sony e-mount lens, AC adapter, rechargeable battery, shoulder strap, and a windscreen. The ZV-E10 is an interchangeable lens camera. I have to point out that I also got the Sony Vlogger Kit and the Sony SEL50F18 E50mm, F1.8 OSS lens.
To be quite frank, like most vloggers I was comfortable with using my smart phone as the primary means to film vlog videos. After all, a selfie-stick and it’s show time. But I soon came to realize how extremely limited my options were with that type of setup. So when I began to explore the ZV-E10, I was a bit intimidated. This is not a one-setting-does-it-all camera. But Sony put together an absolutely amazing online PDF user’s manual which made the learning curve quite minimal. In fact, it is to their credit that they were quite intuitive to the many questions users might have, and subsequently supplied quite an easy-to-search, easy-to-understand format. They deserve 10 stars for this alone.
I spent the first evening just going through the menu options, and test shooting a few photos to get a feel of the camera. The first thing I noticed was how easy it is to switch from still photos to video mode… just a push of a button. There are over 30 different menu screens with tons of options to choose from on each menu item. But again, anticipating that many beginners would purchase this camera, there is what they call “Intelligent Auto” shooting mode which does all the work for you. In my experimentation with the ZV-E10, I found this mode was able to handle 90% of all my shooting needs. With a quick read of the appropriate section in the aforementioned user’s manual, it was quite straightforward to get through the other 10%.
Now this leads me to this point. Because the ZV-E10 is not a simple cell phone vlogging tool, it would have been foolish to get it for a simple point-and-shoot vlogging camera with the intention of doing all the work later using a computer software program. This is a sophisticated camera, and it is well worth ALL the effort to learn the different controls and settings to take care of all the “hard work” upfront.
Even though I spent the first evening exploring the camera, I felt compelled to go outside and take a few night shots. I had heard that the ZV-E10 is a very good low-light camera, and I wanted to see what it can do. I live in a rural setting with very little light pollution, and I have been amazed at the number of stars I have been able to see with the naked eye. But nothing prepared me for what I was about to experience with the ZV-E10! As you can see by the photos, well, they tell all the story that needs to be told! I was dumbfounded and amazed by this camera’s ability. And this is a good spot to point out that the Sony ZV-E10 is a 4K camera, which makes for extraordinary results!
The next day I decided to try it out in the brightness of a sunny day. Using several of the camera settings, I was again amazed at the clarity and brilliance of the ZV-E10’s performance.
But for the important part (to me)…the vlogging aspect. As I stated earlier, I also got the Sony Vlogging Kit as well as the additional lens…both of which I put to use. The vlogging kit comes with a wireless remote shooting grip (as well as a 64GB memory card). This was quite handy since the ZV-E10 itself does not come with any memory card at all. The shooting grip has five function controls: 1. Photo mode 2. Movie mode 3. Background Defocus mode 4. Zoom mode, and 5. Lock mode. The lock mode is a lifesaver as it keeps you from inadvertently messing up a shot by switching settings…that is, once you have the remote set, you lock the settings, and you’re ready to shoot. IMPORTANT: The shooting grip connects to the camera via Bluetooth. In order to set it up, you have to go through a pairing process. I was unable to get the two to connect, and was really super disappointed that Sony would produce such a poorly designed device. BUT THEN…after CAREFULLY rereading the instructions, I discovered you must first go to the second screen of the “Network” menu and make sure the “Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl” is set to “On.” Worked like a charm after that!
As I walked around downtown, doing test vlogs, I intentionally put myself in various situations. From crowded stores and restaurants to the quietness of a bookstore. I was a bit concerned about the background noise that might be heard when I was recording in the crowded situations, and was looking forward to reviewing these when I got home. I also experimented with several different lighting scenarios from full outside sun to low-light interior settings. I made full use of the shooting grip during these practice situations. Here is what I discovered.
In every single scene, the video was extraordinary. This is indeed a truly versatile low-light camera. Without making any adjustments (using Intelligent Auto mode), I was able to make sudden changes in different lighting conditions with very few adverse affects on the video quality. There was a bit of noticeable transition as I went from bright outside to low-light interior and vice-versa, but it would be the same for any camera under similar conditions, so this is most certainly not a negative. One of the neatest things (IMHO) is what they call “Product Showcase Setting.” This lets you hold up a product you are showcasing and it automatically focuses on the product while defocusing the background. This lets you NOT worry about stopping and having to focus on the product and then refocus on yourself. It worked in every single instance.
The audio (using only the onboard microphone) was at times difficult to make out, but this was only in those situations where there was a tremendous amount of background noise and chatter. I was still able to hear my own voice, but not as clearly as I could under low-noise locations. The supplied wind filter worked quite well and eliminated almost all wind noise. However, I was surprised that any time I used the “Zoom” function while recording video, it was distractingly noticeable, and interfered with the main audio. It made the lens sound clunky.
I was able to connect the audio to my podcast recorder and craft some crazy great sound effects as well as amazing overall sound quality.
The next “test” came with the SEL50F18 E50mm, F1.8 OSS lens. I was able to quickly and effortlessly change lenses on the ZV-E10. Just a push of the button, a little twist, and off comes the lens. Then line up the dots (white dot on the lens to the white dot on the camera body), snap into place, a quick twist and it’s ready to go. How truly easy changing lenses on this camera turned out to be! Again, thank you, Sony!
The Final Analysis:
Out of the box, the Sony ZV-E10 is ready to go, UNLESS you don’t have an appropriate memory card, then you will have to buy one. There is no onboard memory storage. When the camera is set to Intelligent Auto mode, you truly are ready to go. I SERIOUSLY recommend the Sony Vlogger Kit to make vlogging a lot easier. Although the camera does have image stabilization, stepping up and down curbs, stairs, and rocky terrain does tax this ability a bit which is greatly amplified when simply holding the camera in your hand, and not using the shooting grip included with the vlogger kit. If you are going to invest in the ZV-E10, then by all means spend a little extra and get the Vlogger Kit.
The Intelligent Auto mode is not the answer for ALL shooting conditions, so you absolutely must become familiar with at least the basic focusing functions of the camera, such as ISO settings, f-stops, etc. There is a small learning curve to understanding how these settings affect shots, but as I said earlier, the results are well-worth the effort. I emphasize this as there were a few instances when the Intelligent Auto actually interfered with a good shot, especially in nighttime shooting. But I was able to overcome this by being able to make manual adjustments to the camera settings.
PROS:
4K
Bluetooth enabled
Online Tutorial
Intelligent Auto
Sound clarity
Relatively easy learning curve
Adjustable viewing screen
Interchangeable lenses
Available accessories (like the Vloggers Kit)
All the available online videos and other help resources
Lightweight design
The ability to make changes to the camera setup to handle any and all shooting conditions
Amazing professional-like results
The ability to connect to other devices while shooting.
CONS:
No supplied memory card
Super noisy telephoto adjustment clearly picked up by audio
The Bluetooth setup procedure was a bit vague, creating a lot of frustration
No included software to work with the photos and videos
Would I recommend the Sony ZV-E10? A resounding, absolutely positive YES! Yes! Yes! Yes!
I cannot stress what a remarkable camera the ZV-E10 is. For anyone wanting to take their vlogging talents to the next several levels, this is THE camera to buy.
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starRating: 5
title: Remarkable camera, takes vlogging to next levels
detailedReviews 151: content: I have used this camera for almost 2 years. In the beginning i used the kit lens. But later on i purchased sigma 16mm f1.4 lens from B&H E mount.
I use this camera solely for video as B roll camera. I record in 4K UHD. And i have it turned on for 3 hours at a stretch. Ofcourse, i also bought from B&H the power adapter made by Sony (with dummy battery insert.
If you know how to do the right settings, you will get excellent results. All the settings are manual mode. (including focus).
For the price, its a very good buy and with good video footage.
The best part is you can record unlimited aas long as sd card memory allows and the power is direct through adapter.
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starRating: 5
title: Excellent results with right settings
detailedReviews 152: content: The above phrase is emblazoned on the box it came in, and this camera makes it so easy to do. Firstly this is a nice compact size with the usual excellent Sony build quality. The grip is big enough and it is comfortable and easy to hold securely.
If there was any doubt this was a video or vlogging camera first and foremost, is that your finger naturally falls on to the big red video start button. (and not the shutter button which lays in front of this area). On top of the camera you have a nice slider switch, to switch between Photo mode, Video Mode and Slow Motion mode. Also on top you have a built in 3 pick up stereo mic and a nice “dead cat” wind silencer is included in the box. To attach the dead cat however involves using the flash multifunction hot shoe so this cannot be used for other attachments if wanting to use both. Thankfully on this model there is an external mic socket and headphone jack. Charging is also via USB-C. This camera uses the NP-FW50 battery. Not the latest or the longest lasting but I have plenty of spares from previous Sony cameras so all good there. There is only the single SD card slot.
And at long last and really essentially there is a fully adjustable swivel LCD screen. This is impressively sharp and bright and makes vlogging framing nice and easy when the camera is facing you. It is also nice the LCD perimeter display frame turns to red when filming, so it is clear you are actively filming.
The camera has a 24MP sensor so pretty good in low light. However there is noticeable rolling shutter on fast panning.
Focusing and tracking/locking on to your face is fantastic. And the Product Priority mode where it will lock on to a foreground item of interest and then back your face is a brilliant idea and works really well. There is also a background de-focus button although best used with a wide aperture lens.
This camera came with a bundled 16-50 power zoom lens. Although compact and nicely matched with the ZV-E10, it is not of the highest quality especially the edges in Photo mode even stopped down. That is less important in vlogging however. It also zooms quietly and via the lever on the camera body or I gather via the optional Bluetooth hand grip.
The lens is not wide enough either. This is exacerbated by the crop factor used while Steady Shot is active. It means holding your arm fully outstretched in front of you which gets tiring quite quickly. But at least this is an interchangeable lens camera so I think the Sony 10-18mm would be a better matched lens for vlogging. There is no external viewfinder. Again, this is less useful for vlogging but would have been nice to have.
All in all, a great all round vlogging camera which makes the whole vlogging process very easy.
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starRating: 4
title: Made for Vlogging, excellent video quality
detailedReviews 153: content: Excellent selfie vlog camera, handheld or tripod both works. Excellent still photo camera too. With option to use different lens, you can have more creative footage.
Very good still and video image quality due to the large aps-c sensor, intelligent image processor and very nice lens.
However, it is not a run and gun video camera due to its very noticeable rolling shutter jello effect. If you need to pan, you have to do it very slowly at least 7 seconds per frame.
Shooting spot event at close range also a no no.
Auto focus has always been Sony strong area and this camera can focus very fast and very accurately. Object tracking, face and eye detection works excellently.
I especially like the product showcase feature; it can quickly focus on the object held in front of the camera and then quickly focus back on your face.
It is beginner friendly too, you can start shooting immediately out of the box using the default setting and there is even a button for blurring the background.
Experience user can just use aperture priority or full manual.
The onboard microphone provides pretty good quality sound so no need to use external mic.
Beside the rolling shutter jello effect, recording while zoom will capture the zoom noise. Also, if you have fat finger, it takes some effort to remove the SD card.
Battery life is decent but if you shooting outside, better bring extra battery. Another item you will need is ND filter if it is too bright outside.
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starRating: 4
title: Excellent selfie vlog camera, good sound
detailedReviews 154: content: Performance:Original Sony Product
Image Quality:For a kit lens, definitely amazing
Super Fast Delivery (1 day). Items received as advertised, but I do hope they would put everything in a box to make it more secure, but nonetheless, everything is wrapped with a thick bubble wrap. Everything works wonders. Been using it for 3 days with no issue so far. Definitely recommended and responsive chat as well! Thank you!
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starRating: 5
title: Super Fast Delivery, works wonders
detailedReviews 155: content: The ZV E10 is a fanstastic camera for you to start off with. Whether you are getting ready to start a career in photography, video or using it as a tool to start a new hobby, this is an excellent camera. First, the body is extremely light but feels well built. It comes with a surprisingly decent microphone, which allows you to start vlogging if you were interested in starting a youtube, and saves you from additional equipment. Paired with the excellent Sigma 16mm F1.4, it gives you a wide-angle lens with decent low-light ability. It also comes with a fully articulating, or flip-out, display which makes it easy to frame yourself while recording or taking pictures. It also makes it easier to use by limiting the buttons you have down to easy to use options. For beginners, you have a button that will take you between photography, video, and the automatic modes. And it also offers a "defocus" button that will prioritize aperture to keep your background nice and blurry. Overall, I can confidently recommend this as a starting camera for all the features and ease of use.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic camera for starting off
detailedReviews 156: content: I purchased this with all intentions of having a camera dedicated for vlogging and photography for social networking purposes. I did end up returning it because I did not make as much of it right away and needed other equipment at the time. HOWEVER, I have continued to keep it at the top of my list to buy (and keep) again. The day I looked at it, I found such great reviews and unboxing by other photographers highlighting the benefits and ways to make the best use of it, that I've longed for it ever since. My last camera a SONY a6000 impressed me so much, and is used as the boyfriends main video/filming camera; this was/is a great addition for more spontaneous and vlogging content for broadcasting.
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starRating: 4
title: Great addition for spontaneous vlogging content
detailedReviews 157: content: "I’m loving my Sony ZV-E10! It’s super easy to use and the video quality is amazing. The autofocus works fast, and the background blur is great for professional-looking shots. Perfect for YouTube, TikTok, or vlogging. Also, it’s lightweight, so carrying it around is no problem. Definitely recommend!"
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starRating: 5
title: Super easy to use, amazing video quality
detailedReviews 158: content: I’m a podcast, photographer and filmmaker. I never really thought to use Sony products but I really enjoy this product. It’s exactly what I need for my podcast along with the lens that I bought the 18 to 50 mm sigma 2.8 and I’m just ecstatic if you need something just to start out with or for a beginner photographer or cinematographer/videographer this is the way to go.!!
The package came in really nice and I got everything that I needed. Thank you, B&H Photo.
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starRating: 5
title: Enjoy this product, way to go for beginners
detailedReviews 159: content: Image Quality:PERFECT
My recent purchase of the Sony ZVe10 camera from the official Sony store has been nothing short of exceptional. The camera's performance exceeds my expectations, capturing stunning images and offering versatile shooting options. The buying experience at the official store was smooth, with knowledgeable staff providing helpful insights.
The build quality of the ZVe10 is impressive, and its user-friendly interface makes it accessible for both enthusiasts and professionals. I highly recommend purchasing this camera from the official Sony store for a seamless and rewarding experience
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starRating: 5
title: Exceptional performance, user-friendly interface
detailedReviews 160: content: The VZ-E10 aimed at Vloggers by Sony is very well designed and built. With its 24MP CMOS sensor it takes beautiful videos and stills. It comes with a reliable autofocus system with both face and eye detection. the camera also has a built-in drectional microphone with windscreen.
The camera will produce 440 still shots per charge and 80 minutes of continuous video record per charge. One battery comes with the camera. I'd recommend buying a couple of spares to keep you shooting. The Sony ZV-E10 is capable of Livestreaming via a USB-C connection. Vertical video recording is also supported.
The camera came with a Vlogger kit that included a remote Pistol Grip that doubles as a desktop tripod. Pairing the Grip is done through the camera menu and is fairly straightforward. The camera is mirrorless so uses a folding selfie-screen to view videos, stills and various camera menu controls. It also came with two lenses to use with the camera - a 3.5-5.8 16-50mm zoom and a 1.8/50mm.
This camera has so many features it would take a book to describe them all. All in all, a great all around camera designed with the VLogger in mind.
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starRating: 5
title: Well designed, built for vloggers
detailedReviews 161: content: After carefully considering my needs, the ZV-E10 ticked all the boxes! It's small, lightweight form factor combined with exceptional features make this a truly valuable asset to my arsenal. I couldn't go past the bang for buck! Sony hit this one out of the park in my humble view. After a short learning curve the Kit Lens is really more than ample for most situations.
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starRating: 5
title: Ticked all the boxes, bang for buck
detailedReviews 162: content: Best Feature:super cheap and on par to other cameras on higher price mark.
Performance:0 lagging, smooth.
Product Quality:superb, brand new and authentic.
took 3 days for camera to be shipped out, seller was responsive and sent pictures of the parcel before shipping it. my order arrived after 7 days. was contemplating on buying in this shop since it's super cheap and a lil bit suspicious, but was surprised to get the actual camera. this shop offers a cheaper price compared to other shops. the packaging was also super secured. overall, im pretty happy with everything.
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starRating: 5
title: Super cheap, on par with higher priced cameras
detailedReviews 163: content: Performance:superb
Image Quality:excellent
Great camera for photo and video! 📸
Photo and video quality is super clear (love the 4K!), and the flip screen is very helpful. Easy to use even for beginners. Just wish the touchscreen could do more. Fast delivery & well-packed too. Recommended! ✅
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starRating: 5
title: Great camera for photo and video
detailedReviews 164: content: Bought this camera after seeing several positive reviews online for it as being an easy to use/ budget friendly/ online vlogger approved professional camera. I use it all the time for family outings as well as streaming online. The picture quality is crisp and also handles long stretches of being on using the optional dc power plug. Def recommend this camera for purchase.
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starRating: 5
title: Crisp picture quality, handles long use
detailedReviews 165: content: Feels pretty solid has many features comes with everything i think you need to learn photography
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starRating: 5
title: Solid feel, many features, good for learning
detailedReviews 166: content: I'm a musician, and I really want to take photos during the evening when there's less light. The processing and the manual adjustments make for really beautiful shots. I was a DSLR man, but they were too big, and I wanted something small and good quality. I'm not a vlogger, but I may shoot a video or two. This camera fits in multiple rolls, and I enjoy it every time I turn it on.
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starRating: 5
title: Beautiful shots in low light, small and good quality
detailedReviews 167: content: After all these years, Sony finally released a camera that is a worthy upgrade for the a5100. Let all the vloggers rejoice! This is a great little camera. Good sound, picture quality, and of course all the video options are amazing. I think it's a little too expensive though. This camera is marketed to vloggers, but this is more than just a video camera. The kit lens takes amazing pictures, but the world is your oyster with the E-mount and lens options. I'm going out tomorrow to take proper pics and video, so I'll add them to this review later.Here are some camera specific things I'd like to point out. The S&Q mode is cool if you want to see slow motion/speed ramping in the camera itself, but there won't be any sound. A better way to do this is to shoot in 120p and slow it down in post. You will have sound that way, if that's important for you.Use Clear Image Zoom to get a few extra mm with unnoticeable degradation of quality.In camera stabilization is not the best. Active mode is the best but with a HUGE crop. But if you have other lenses like a wide angle you can compensate for the lost picture.Use the memory recall to have different settings for photo and video modes.
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starRating: 5
title: Worthy upgrade, good sound, picture quality
detailedReviews 168: content: I was very hesitant to buy because of my experience with the sony zv1f. I am glad I returned my zv1f for this zv e10. Way better in low light, people actually look themselves/normal on the footage. I have the kit lens 16-50mm and I used my 50 & 85 mm 1.8 full frame prime sony lens and its smooth like butter. When using full frame lens it is automatically zoomed in. (the 50mm seemed like a 85mm and the 85mm seemed like 135mm). Also, the auto focus be autofocusing.
Only issues I've noticed so far, is the rolling shutter while walking or moving around and when using 4k the battery dies down fast.
I've only tested indoors in low light setting, I'll be testing it outdoors in daylight, (if its good in low light then it will be good in daylight).. I personally just like testing low light situations first. If I come across any other issues I will definitely update my review.
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starRating: 4
title: Better in low light than ZV1F
detailedReviews 169: content: The camera is well worth the price; the quality, functionality, and the results are better than expected! This is a great first-camera, perfect for the avid vlogger! My "Sony - Alpha-E10 Kit Mirrorless Vlog Camera" was purchased from the best, Best Buy! (Burbank - location has great customer service!)
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starRating: 4
title: Great first-camera, perfect for avid vlogger
detailedReviews 170: content: I think this is a great camera. I use it as a webcam mostly and the quality is amazing. There is a quality difference is night and day between this camera and a webcam. However, I wish the battery life was longer and I would be happier if it automatically worked as a webcam on my PC. It is a bit of an inconvenience to unplug and plug it back in after putting it in usb mode every time.
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starRating: 4
title: Amazing webcam quality, wish battery lasted longer
detailedReviews 171: content: This is not much more than an a6300 from 5 years ago with a couple improvements.
The Good: Excellent face-tracking autofocus for VLOG applications. Has an earphone jack to monitor sound. Outstanding image quality. (Using a 24 MP sensor for 4K creates very sharp images. Sensors are Sony's strong suit.) It does not overheat. You can run it on a long interview without worry that it will shut down.
The Bad: It still crops the sensor in 4K/30p mode, even though they conveniently don't mention that in the specs. The stabilization is not good at all. It's not a great walking camera...better on a tripod or a 3 axis gimbal. Also, Sony just refuses to give us the same 4K/60 that my iPhone has had for over 5 years. Come on Sony, 2015 called and they want their camera back.
All I want is the video features/specs of a GH6 and the autofocus of a Sony. Put them together and you would really have something. I bought this camera as a studio vlog camera to live in my office. For that, it's fine. At least it's cheap.
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starRating: 4
title: Good face-tracking autofocus, outstanding image quality
detailedReviews 172: content: I have Sony ZV-E10 camera for a while now and I can say that for its price its a great camera. It has some cons but for its price its negotiable!!
It can shoot up to 4K and has all the picture profile support which Sony FX3 has! Like S-Cinetone, HLG2-3, S-Log 2-3.....
But it can only shoot in 8-bit, which can make S-log 3 footages banded.
Its a great camera for content creators and filmmakers(with right gear!!)
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera for content creators and filmmakers
detailedReviews 173: content: I purchased this camera to upgrade the quality of the videos for my Church. We have been using a Mevo camera which works well most of the time, sometimes the software is buggy. I didn't get the kit lense, I upgraded to the Sony 18-105 zoom lense. The camera is easy to use, light and the battery holds up well. At first I tried 1080p. I wasn't that impressed so I switched to 4k, which is much better. I paired the camera with the Sony Bluetooth shooting grip for remote control capabilities, it works well with the camera. So far so good using the Zv-E10.
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starRating: 4
title: Easy to use, light, battery holds up well
detailedReviews 174: content: I got the Sony ZV-E10L on sale at the end of July 2024. I needed a good quality camera with interchangeable lenses for my YouTube channel and for general photography when travelling around the world. In my view a camera with a good lens is much better than a phone camera. I was considering between the latest ZV-E10II , the Canon R50 and the existing ZV-E10 models. I went for the ZV-E10 as in my opinion this camera gives a lot of functionality and features for a beginner to semi pro video maker and photographer and also the price was very competitive so I could spend more on accessories.
Good points:
• Great quality videos in full HD and 4K. However, for my usage I mainly shoot in full HD only as it’s more than enough for my YouTube videos.
• Well build and quality camera.
• Small and portable. It’s lightweight and can be attached to many different shooting grips or portable tripods for vlogging purposes.
• The camera I got was ZV-E10L. The letter L stands for a lens and there was 16-50mm lens included. It’s auto-focus works great and its an excellent lens for variety of situations.
• There are a lot of third-party guidance and online tutorials available so it’s fairly easy to learn how to use the camera efficiently.
• Great compatibility with non-Sony accessories. This was one of the main points that made me to decide between the Sony ZV-E10 and the Canon R50 camera. There are a lot of third-party accessories for Sony ZV-E10 available on the market. I did get extra two battery packs with charger that was only £30, and it works the same as the original Sony battery. I also got a dummy battery to keep the ZV E10 constantly on while using it as a webcam for streaming and for YouTube filming.
• You can continuously film with the camera for hours. The maximum continuous recording time for a single movie shooting session is approximately 13 hours.
• Lenses – you can either get the original Sony lenses or there are many other makes that are compatible for more competitive prices. I prefer to use original Sony lenses but if someone is on a budget then the option is there. It's much more difficult for Canon cameras as their cameras' compatibility with third part accessories is very limited from my previous experience.
• Plenty of second-hand lenses and accessories available on the market. This makes the camera an excellent choice for most people who may not want to spend thousands of £s for simple accessories or for additional lenses.
Not so good points:
• I was surprised that the screen only opens to around 176 degrees and not to full 180 degrees. This creates a slight angle when you are looking at the screen while recording videos. However, in practice this does not bother me, and I actually forgot about this small issue.
• The menu is not much intuitive, and I had to learn what is what and where I can find things. I am still learning to use new features but there is a lot of information online and it’s fairly easy to find a solution to each situation.
• The internal microphone is just ok. Can record voice in acceptable quality but for vlogging you need an external microphone (either cable connected or wireless). I do use DJI Mic version 1 and it works well with the Sony ZV E10. There are plenty of other microphones that are fully compatible with the ZV E10, for example Rode Wireless Go II, Hollyland Lark Max and other makes.
• The inbuild option for online streaming and connection to a computer as a webcam is limited as it does not give the full resolution of the camera that is available. The resolution is set to 1,024 × 576 pixels max. So, to shoot my videos in full HD I had to purchase the Elgato Camlink 4K which I do use to connect the camera to my computer. In my view Sony should have a build in feature to resolve this issue as this camera is mainly vlogging camera so connection to a computer is a must feature. I understand that this was resolved in the ZV-E10II. Despite the issue the good thing is that the Elgato Cam Link 4K was inexpensive (there are plenty second hand available on the market).
• No viewfinder (and no external option either). The tiny LCD is the only practical option. When I was using the camera during very sunny days the screen does have an option ‘bright sun display’ which does help. However, for more pro photography this camera is limited. I was aware about this before purchasing the camera and for me this is not an issue, but it may be for those who are looking for a more pro photography kit. If that is the case then you may look at the Sony a6400 and above series.
In my view the Sony ZV-E10’s is great to be used mainly as vlogging camera and for video creators (for YouTube or other social media). At the same time, it’s good enough for occasional photography but it’s limited due to the lack of the viewfinder.
It’s my first Sony camera (before I had Canon and Nikon cameras). I’m more than happy from the Sony ZV-E10 and I can fully recommend it. In future I am planning to get another Sony camera with a viewfinder so I can use it as main camera for photography.
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starRating: 4
title: Great for vlogging and video creators
detailedReviews 175: content: I like the camera for the camera's sake, but the connectivity to apps and my phone is rough.
Can't connect to the creators app. which is really disappointing. The Imaging Editing App is OK, but obviously they didn't think it was good enough which is why they created the Creators app, so they must agree with me.
But for some reason, they haven't updated the software to allow this camera to use it.
Even using the Image Editing app that you can use, it is a massive pain if you have an iPhone as you have to turn off your mobile data and turn off the autoconnection for your WIFI every single time otherwise the connection won't work.
I also have a Hohem gimbal and once again, no Bluetooth connection which means I can't control the camera properly. I assume it's the same upgrade that is required for that to work.
Considering what so many people use this camera for, and how many people (including me) like to have an app I can control the camera with along with other things like gimbals, etc. this is a very big draw back.
I have had it for about a month at this point and since there are a couple of comparable phones on the market at the same price, but ones that don't have these issues, I would have make a different choice if I could go back.
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starRating: 2
title: Connectivity to apps and phone is rough
detailedReviews 176: content: Honestly this camera might even be better than the canon g7x that everyone have. i took a lot of time trying to review which camera i should get and i went with this. the settings might be a little bit confusing at first especially if youre new to digital cameras, but once you get a hang of the settings, your pictures can come out really nice. the only thing that i wish that came with it was a built in flash, but you can easily get an external flash on amazon for a reasonable price. overall, my experience so far with this camera has been amazing. its so easy to carry around in your purse. the quality for the pictures on these are so amazing! of course it helps at night to have the external flash if you like to take pictures in night time. but i have tested out this camera in daylight and night time. definitely did not disappoint. and i see a lot of people talking about how their pictures comes out too bright or too dark, its honestly the users issue, i like to play around with the settings when i do take pictures and sometimes when i dont even mean to hit a button, the pictures come out really well! , as for videos, i think its pretty good as well, i haven’t taken too many videos on it yet but from the ones i have , it does look really good. overall, if youre trying to invest in a good camera , i think this one would be a great start
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starRating: 4
title: Pictures come out really nice, easy to carry
detailedReviews 177: content: I bought my camera a couple of weeks ago mainly to use for self tape auditions for tv and film work. I was looking the ZV1 initially which should have been fine but decided the ZVE10 would be better as I could build on the system and it also had the facility for headphone monitoring. Not that it would make such a big difference to my requirements but I just thought it would be better to go up a notch. When I received the camera I absolutely loved the size. It’s smaller than my gh5ii but most importantly the auto focus tracking is definitely better and this is the main reason why I decided to go for the Sony. I haven’t had a chance to use it much other than to carry out a few tests but certainly the quality is impressive and the focusing is very reliable. The only thing I find is that the menu is more complicated to scroll
Through than the Panasonic and the wireless transfer is a lot slower. I haven’t tried to see if this is faster if connected by wire but as long as I can get my film onto my phone without the need to attach to computers and the like then it will work for me and thats fine. Going back to the size of the camera it is certainly a lot easier for me to travel with this kit if working away from home and that was also one of the reasons I was attracted to the ZVE10. Certainly the ZV1 would be more compact but weighing one against the other perhaps as someone who use to own a lot of slr equipment I can’t get away from the idea of having the ability to change lenses. The kit lens for the ZVE10 is a very compact zoom 16-50 mm and is absolutely tiny. The image quality seems to be great for what I need. Maybe for photography someone might prefer to spend a bit more on a prime lens but the purpose of me buying this kit was to have something that was capable and portable and I have to say I am really happy with my purchase. I forgot to mention that the built in microphone is also very good and will easily serve me well if I am without a mic. It would have been nice if Sony included a body and rear lens cap which I ended up buying separately but this was not such a massive issue but certainly the first time I’ve bought a lens and camera that did not include these items. Currently Sony are offering a £100 discount and maybe this is because I have heard a MKii version is on the cards. But what one needs to remember (especially with the speed of development with digital equipment) is what was good yesterday should still be good for a number of years and you just anticipate frequents changes and upgrades are made as technology progresses and yes it will probably be cheaper to buy the same next year. But consider what you need it for and ask “does it serve its purpose?”. If the answer is Yes then enjoy your equipment as long as you can and only upgrade if you feel you need to. I gave this product 4 stars as I feel improvements could be made to the menu system and the wireless transfer rate is considerably slower than my Panasonic. But other than this and for the sake of repeating myself. This is a really great camera and will serve my needs very well.
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera, portable, impressive quality
detailedReviews 178: content: I was soo excited to get this camera to begin my journey of content creation and vlogging. This was my first camera so it was exciting but personally a little tricky understanding how to adjust all the settings. My favorite part of the camera is the IMovie button for vlogging where it’ll automatically edit the settings for you while your recording to make sure you get the best quality and lighting for your video. I had this camera for about a month and eventually exchanged it for a different camera. Here are my pros and cons for the Sony ZV-E10
Pros
- It comes with everything you need to charge the camera
- it’s small and portable
- It comes with a microphone to attach to the camera for noise cancellation
- Imovie Setting for Vlogging
- Video quality was really good
Cons
- I didn’t like that the Sony ZV-E10 doesn’t have an internal flash
- wasn’t the easiest to take photos as a beginner
- It also wouldn’t allow me to connect to the Sony creators app so it would take a really long time to transfer videos from my camera to my phone via Wifi.
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starRating: 4
title: Tricky settings, doesn't connect to creators app
detailedReviews 179: content: I recently upgraded from the Sony ZV-1F to the Sony ZV-E10 and it is the best move ever! I owed the ZV-1F for about 9 months before upgrading and it was the perfect camera for a beginner getting into photography and videography. As time went on, I knew that I needed to get a better camera in order to grow my skills and when the ZV-E10 went on sale for black friday, I couldn't pass up the deal since that camera was on my wishlist!
At this point, I've owned the ZV-E10 for about a week now, and the camera is perfect! The 16-50mm kit lens is amazing for what it is and the photos/videos that are taken with it comes out looking very beautiful and cinematic. Since I am still a beginner at this camera setting, I just set everything to automatic, which still does a great job! The photos and videos are still amazing and I can't over the fact that the AF and bokeh looks so good in the photos/videos (the AF is also pretty fast)! The microphone captures good audio and it does a great job for what it is - even for vlogging. Although, I would definitly say to invest in a good microphone if you're looking for something that will capture the fullness of your voice.
Somethings that I don't really like about the camera are: the batteries and the touchscreen functionality. The battery drains pretty fast if you have the camera up and running. You will DEFINITELY need extra batteries for this but amazon has some good bundle deals for this! As for the touchscreen functionality, there is ONLY touch to track or touch to focus, no other functions than that. As I mentioned, I came from the ZV-1F, where the whole screen has touchscreen functionality. I was pretty sad to find that out since I was so used to the ZV-1F's screen.
My final thoughts on the Sony EV-E10 is that it is an amazing camera for what it will give you. Although, it is more on the advance side since the settings can be a little hard to understand from a beginner, it is still a good camera to LEARN and GROW your skills from. The lens are something that can always be switched out so you don't always need to use the 16-50mm kit lens (but know that lens do get expensive if you are looking to upgrade). I do not regret my decision of buying this camera and I am very happy with it!
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starRating: 5
title: Small and portable, good video quality
detailedReviews 180: content: This camera can do a lot more than simple vlogging, I use it regularly for studio video shoots, both on a gimbal and a tripod with excellent results. It's light weight but reassuringly solid and well made. The interchangeable-lens feature makes it an extremely versatile vlog camera. The autofocus is quick and the onboard mic is decent quality compared with some of its rivals. Although there is no IBIS, unless you are running around like a gazelle it's not that difficult to get steady shots. Video quality is very good and with a prime lens, a nice shallow depth of field produces a smooth bokeh. Battery life is a good 90 minutes in video mode. All in all, a very useful addition to my equipment and thoroughly recommended.
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starRating: 5
title: Versatile vlog camera, excellent results
detailedReviews 181: content: I purchased this Sony ZVE10 recently, already having some experience with Sony E Mount, but also not wanting to spend too much.
This wasn’t that much more than a used camera with the same lens, so it was a decision I gladly took.
The type C usb means I can use a battery bank to charge and operate the camera if my Sony batteries run out of juice.
The fully articulating screen is wonderfully versatile, I’ve not used a viewfinder since early 2000’s so I don’t miss that omission on this camera, the screen can’t be used to navigate menus but you can touch focus, the eye and subject tracking is fantastic.
The build quality overall is very good, it’s not pro level with an ingress protection rating, but I wouldn’t want any camera being soaked…so for my usage, it’s the perfect camera, lightweight, easy to use, from full automatic to fully manual, and a huge range of lenses from Sony and third party manufacturers.
Thank you Very xx
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starRating: 5
title: Lightweight, easy to use, good build quality
detailedReviews 182: content: 1. First of all, packing is really bad as they wrap item box in bubblewrap and directly put into courier bag, no additional box for expensive electronics.
2. Secondly, they don’t mention that THIS IS JAPAN VERSION, there is NO ENGLISH / INTERNATIONAL language. If you want other languages, they ask you to pay RM50 for their staff to install for you, but since I am somewhat tech savvy I did it myself.
3. Thirdly, because this is Japan version, the camera doesn’t come in sealed by Sony, yes, there is no seal at all, can terus open and view inside, so how to know if it’s actually brand new? But so far I checked the shutter count is legit, just hard to tell if someone returned it at some point or they take out in their warehouse.
Their answer for why selling Japan product but didn’t state? “You didn’t ask”.
At the end of the day I got it few hundred cheaper than other stores so I decided to keep it, but seller should be more open and honest.
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starRating: 2
title: Japan version, no English language option
detailedReviews 183: content: Before purchasing the ZV-E10, I did a bunch of research into the cameras available around this price point. I don't have an enormous amount of expendable cash, but needed a better camera for work (after using high-end smartphones for video work for a while). I looked at several different options, but kept landing back on the ZV-E10 and I'm really glad I did! I bought it with the kit lens and a 50mm f/1.8 prime lens, which considering I shoot mostly interviews, has produced absolutely incredible results.
My job calls for shooting in 4K, 1080p 60, and 1080p 30 and this camera does it all with ease, especially considering how much I paid for it!
On the photography side, the kit lens takes some really nice pictures, it's very versatile and excels especially when filming yourself for content creation for instance, but the camera absolutely benefits from getting some different lenses depending on what you're shooting.
The built-in microphone does a great job in quiet scenarios, but I tend to use lavalier microphones for most things, so haven't had a chance to test it out all too much.
All in all, absolutely recommend the ZV-E10 if you're looking for a versatile and affordable camera! I'd upload more pictures as examples, but this is the only one I have on my phone at the moment 😅
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starRating: 5
title: Versatile and affordable camera, highly recommend
detailedReviews 184: content: Bought this a week ago, i'm happy to be honest, battery duration is very, average, stabilization is very average even when active stabilization is on, sony does have a software for stabilizing the footage using the gyroscopic data that the camera collects during the recordings, that said, you can only render 1 miserable clip at a time, and if you want to render multiple, you've got to pay, which is shambles, I understand that they want to make money, but if you want to vlog and have decent stabilization, this camera is not for you. Also if you want to record 4k30 you must cope with the crop (1.23x)
otherwise you must stick to 4k24.
Auto-focus is great, better than the competitors at least.
Mic sounds good, above average
With that said, this is a great looking camera, beautiful APS-C sensor that gets you some good image quality. The sony colour science is good aswell. I'm pretty positive that you guys could update the firmare of the camera to allow it to shoot cooler, better looking stuff.
The camera does not overheat unless you are on extreme conditions which is nice
Pretty good camera but yeah, got to improve
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starRating: 4
title: Great looking camera, good image quality
detailedReviews 185: content: Disclaimer that i am not a pro, just a mom having fun. Ive never been more motivated to use a camera like this. I had a panasonic in the past, never figured out how to use it. Decided to upgrade to this sony one. And i love the S&Q feauture i am able to create cute fun videos for myself and social media friends. I like the size of this camera, the interchangeabke lens, and the many accesory options out there. The menu (once learned) is very simple to maneuver. I like the quick access to changing the settings in this camera. I use human/animal detection alot. I am starting to play around with the filters as well. I am learning how to fully articulate the manual settings, but when i need a quick shot i can easily switch to aperture or shoot. If i am really in a rut and unsure what i should do with my settings, i can change it to intelligent auto mode which gives me a better still outcome than i would have done. I think this camera is wonderful in low light settings. I take a ton of indoor family shots in my home. The battery as i have experience with many cameras, is crap. So i have ordered backup batteries to change out when needed. My favorite feature is the small but not too small size of this device. I use the kit lens quite often. When i want more portrait style photos ill switch it to sonys 30mm, to give a great bokeh effect. Im learning this camera jargon. I did watch many youtube videos when i received this too, so you must do your homework if you truly want the full sony camera zv-e10 experience
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starRating: 5
title: Wonderful in low light settings
detailedReviews 186: content: this is my first time ever buying a purchase from Best Buy by myself. I’m a college student that is in the Tish program at NYU. Studying film and television. And I wanted a new camera to start my content journey with YouTube and shooting short films, solo and going into Best Buy at the amazing help ever with picking out the best camera the stand and setting up my own first credit card to buy the purchase. Overall, this camera has been the best purchased a new lens for my camera. My content has been amazing using this camera. I wouldn’t recommend any other camera to a beginner Vlogger or film student that wants to just do little short films off there camera.
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starRating: 5
title: Best purchased for beginner vlogger/film student
detailedReviews 187: content: This is my first time ever to purchase my own Video Camera. ZV-E10 4K by SONY didn't disappoint me that much. The only annoying part is that when you are uploading video even it's just a second(s) videos? It keeps on DISCONNECTING. You need to keep on CONNECTING but e en you tried for how many times. Most of the time it really won't. When it comes to capturing photos tho, I love it because it's super clear. Easy buttons as well and you can choose if you want to manually or automatically use the camera. Great camera for capturing beautiful moments, places with the family.
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starRating: 5
title: Super clear photos, easy buttons
detailedReviews 188: content: I recently bought this camera because I wanted to better the content quality on my YouTube channel and I have been pleased with it. There are some shortcomings of this camera but like any other camera, this is no different. Rolling Shutter and the build quality are the most annoying/con of this camera that you can't wrap your mind around. The rolling shutter as you might have seen on the youtube reviews of this camera is pretty bad and the build quality is very plastic-ish/cheap. But there are also some pros of this camera, like the incredible sensor of this camera that lets you record up to 4k 24 uncropped and 4k 30 cropped. The kit lens it comes with does no magic but with the right lens, this camera is incredible. I have the Sigma 18-50 mm lens which does magic on this little camera, video quality and photo quality sky rockets on this when you start using better lenses, no surprise there. This is perhaps the best entry point to the sony mirrorless camera system because of the flip screen and decent audio quality from the on board mic but more over on the lens collection of the e mounts and perhaps the best beginner/entry point camera for the e mount camera for content creators.
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starRating: 5
title: Incredible sensor, best entry point for creators
detailedReviews 189: content: This camera has been an incredible addition to my photography and content creation gear. The image quality is outstanding, with sharp details and vibrant colors. It performs exceptionally well in both bright and low-light conditions. The autofocus is fast and accurate, making it perfect for capturing moving subjects. The video quality is also impressive, ideal for vlogs and professional projects. The design is sleek and lightweight, which makes it easy to carry around for travel and outdoor shoots. Highly recommended for both beginners and professionals!
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starRating: 5
title: Outstanding image quality, performs well
detailedReviews 190: content: I love this camera quality on this device. I’m still learning a lot of features on the camera. I use it mainly for photos and YouTube videos. The only thing that I don’t like is the stabilization. I have used the post production app that Sony provides but some videos are still terrible after. Talking head videos are okay but for vlogging it’s terrible. Which is weird because it’s marketed as a clogging camera. For vlogging I use my cannon g7 mark ii still because of its easiness to use. Talking head this camera really shines because of its quality. I do not regret this purchase just need to spend more time learning the new camera. For the price you pay it’s a great camera. I enjoy also how the camera feels in hand. With the bigger lens it isn’t as portable though. I would recommend for someone who is doing photos or talking head videos.
When I did an in store pickup the gentlemen who helped me at Best Buy gave me great customer service. It was such an easy going experience I recommend doing an in store pickup. Thank you Sony and best buy
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera for photos or talking head videos
detailedReviews 191: content: Performance:Sony performance at its best gor this model.
Best Feature:Pristine ZV-E10 Kit MINUS the Lens Body Cap. Seller did not include in the box.
Product Quality:Sony ZV-E10 Quality. Pristine condition.
Would've been perfect but seller or its supplier failed to include in the box the "Sony ALC-B2EM Body Cap" My package did not contain it when the box arrived. All other accessories were accounted for.
Now, I shall have to spend extra "to order that Body Cap" when it should have been packed in the box to begin with. What a shame for this seller oversight.
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starRating: 3
title: Pristine condition, seller oversight on body cap
detailedReviews 192: content: The Sony ZV-E10 paired with the 55-210mm lens is a great setup for creators. It delivers sharp 4K video, fast and reliable autofocus, and excellent background blur. The 55-210mm lens adds versatility, perfect for capturing distant subjects like wildlife or sports. Compact and lightweight, it's ideal for travel and vlogging. This combo strikes a strong balance between quality and portability, making it a solid choice for content creators and enthusiasts alike.
Zv-e10 + 55-210mm = Introvert Pervert combo 😂😂😂
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starRating: 5
title: Great setup for creators, sharp 4K video
detailedReviews 193: content: Image Quality:amazing
Performance:battery consumption quiet bad but too many people already address this. So i bought extra battery
Very fast service by the seller. The camera works fine, I've been waiting to get one for a long time and finally i did. Really worth the buck. Even the Mark ii already out, i thought that it's not really worth the money to add about RM2k+- more for some little extra features. Thank you seller. My only disappointment is by the courier ninja van. Everything from the seller part is flawless. 10000/10⭐️
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starRating: 5
title: Worth the buck, fast service
detailedReviews 194: content: I am a beginner in photography and videography and started off with a Canon Rebel T2. I will say, that Canon is great for those that don't know photography lingo (like ISO, aperture and shutter speed). But once you get the hang of this camera, the image quality is so nice! The one kind of negative thing I will say about this camera is the battery life. I can maybe get away with using for a days outing of taking pictures but it does go down pretty quick. I am still getting used to all the features of this camera, but the more I use it, the easier it is to take quality shots/videos, and the more I appreciate it.
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starRating: 4
title: Image quality is so nice
detailedReviews 195: content: I wanted to buy my first camera but didn't want to break the bank. I watched a lot of videos for the ZV-E10 and reviewers praise it as an all-rounder budget camera with the option to swap lenses. Interchangeable lenses gives you a lot of options for shooting videos or capturing photos. I've used it a few times and have been pretty happy with the results. My wife is a photographer and stole my camera for a day after she tried it out.
You can find a lot of accessories online for it, like cages to protect it and add many mounting points for more accessories. Charging and transferring data is made easy with the USB-C port.
The menu is a bit dated and looks super confusing. If you're like me and you've never messed with a camera's settings, you're gonna need to watch some videos. Part of what makes this budget camera great is how much you can customize it to get great photos.
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starRating: 4
title: Great all-rounder budget camera with interchangeable lenses
detailedReviews 196: content: On the box, the Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Vlog Camera sounds like some kind of hyped up webcam of the type you mount on your monitor. What's in the box, however, is an extremely powerful photo and video camera in a mirrorless body that just happens to have a feature set that vloggers and streamers would find more than handy.
As a mirrorless mount with an interchangeable lens system, this camera takes excellent pictures. The huge APS-C sensor captures beautiful images even in less than ideal lighting conditions. The AF system does a great job of keeping the subject in focus, making portrait photography effortless. Swapping out the 16-50mm for the 1.8f/50mm was easy once I figured out the alignment dots, and gave me some outstanding portrait shots with some nice bokeh.
Video also comes out beautifully, in HD and in 4K. The intelligent autofocus keeps the subject looking sharp and there is some image stabilization that keeps camera movements looking smooth. There's a slow/quick motion setting for video capture as well.
Swapping between still, video, and slow/quick-mo is done via one button. You have to look at the icon at the top of the display to know which mode you are in. My initial lighting tests ended up being in slow-motion because I didn't know what was going on. Also, it's difficult to move quickly from video mode to photo mode to snap a quick still then back to video mode, since it cycles through the modes with each press, and there is a bit of a lag between changing so it's easy to overshoot which mode you are trying to get to. If you could take stills in video mode, this wouldn't have been that big a deal, but for some reason you can't with this camera. During a quick shoot while I took my family fishing, I constantly had to tell them to hold their pose while I figured out what mode I was in. And for some odd reason, often when I was zooming in or out directly after taking a picture, the camera went into review mode and zooms in on the pic I just took, leaving me scrambling trying to figure out how to put it back in camera mode before I lost the shot.
Oddly enough, it was the online streaming feature, the one that ostensibly this camera was designed for, that felt like it was the least intuitive to use. Every time I plugged in my camera to my computer it would flash that it was not in USB streaming mode. I had to watch a youtube video to figure out how to get OBS to recognize it as a video capture device.
Tucked away in a menu option (provided you are in video shooting mode first) is the option to turn on USB streaming (don't plug the camera in first, or else it'll activate file transfer mode). Once that is selected, you can open up your streaming software, and after you connect the device it will be recognized as a selectable source.
I recorded a quick video game streaming session, pointed the camera at my face for some close-up reaction shots, and set a hotkey to cut over to it occasionally. The result was worth the hassle of figuring out and setting up. Movie quality closeups, with a tight depth of field that made background blur filters obsolete. Even in the challenging lighting conditions (in my bedroom at night, with a fluorescent desk light shining on my face and a 15-panel nanoleaf cycling through every color behind me, you know, typical streamer stuff) the footage was pristine.
If you've got the face for it, this camera is essential for giving your production a professional sheen. Even if you don't, there's a beautifying mode that gives that nice soft focus to hide blemishes. And if you do any sort of product shots, the intelligent autofocus has a mode that prioritizes close objects over faces. This means that you can be on camera with your face in focus, then hold up a product close to the lens, and the camera will quickly focus on it, then focus back on your face once the item is out of the way. None of that silly "hold your hand behind the product so that hopefully your webcam can see it" nonsense, this camera makes it seem as if you had a trained cinematographer on your crew.
Overall, the end product that this camera puts out is worth the occasional frustration at not being in the right context menu. Beautiful pictures with minimal work, and excellent streaming capabilities, all in a small package.
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starRating: 5
title: Beautiful pictures with minimal work, excellent streaming
detailedReviews 197: content: First, i’d like to say how friendly, welcoming and professional the staff at the Ann Arbor and Westland locations were in helping me purchase my first camera. Very pleased with my purchanse , but more happy in my shopping experience.
Now, lets talk about the Sony ZV-E10 camera,
This camera is wonderful for vlogging, home videos, great quality photos. . This camera is A major upgrade for your social media photos as well. Takes amazing pictures in natural daylight settings. Also, the more you learn your camera you can adjust it to your preferences. And find what works best for you. Make sure to check out YouTube to find some really great reviews on the camera. It was very helpful for me and learning how to set mine up. It takes a little bit of time but once you get it figured out you were on your way. Best of luck to you now get out there and take some photos.
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starRating: 5
title: Wonderful for vlogging, home videos, great photos
detailedReviews 198: content: Excellent Camera.
I use it as my A camera does an amazing job
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starRating: 5
title: Excellent camera, does an amazing job
detailedReviews 199: content: The Sony αZV-E10 (Model: ILCZVE10L/B) is custom tailored for vlogging, both in its controls and software, but it is also an extremely impressive still camera and is an outstanding piece of equipment, overall.
The Sony αZV-E10 offers a stellar array of features and functionality and excellent specifications. This mirrorless, interchangeable lens, APS-C sensor camera is terrific. It is a robust and flexible camera with outstanding hardware and excellent interchangeable lenses.
The αZV-E10 is compact in size and light in weight, making it easy and convenient to carry and use.
The Sony αZV-E10 vlog camera takes the best features and functionality of the Sony ZV-1 fixed lens, 20 megapixel vlog camera and incorporates them with the backbone of the Sony α6100 interchangeable lens, 24.2 megapixel camera. This new hybridized model is refined and customized with additional, specialized features for vlogging, delivering much of the best of both models.
The αZV-E10 sensor is a 24.2 megapixel, APS-C, Exmor CMOS sensor measuring 23.5 x 15.6 mm (not full frame). The αZV-E10 has powerful and outstanding Auto-Focus and Auto-Exposure functionality and offers vloggers and photographers complete exposure control with more than a dozen exposure modes, five focus modes, thirteen picture effect modes and seven creative style modes.
The αZV-E10 has an incredible array of digital imaging capabilities. The Auto-Focus system is fantastic; possibly the best available. With 425 auto-focus points, real-time eye AF (human and animal) and real-time tracking that genuinely performs as described and as expected, it truly excels, and exceeds most other cameras. Exposure control with the 1200 zone evaluative metering system which operates in center-weighted, spot metering and full-screen modes is absolutely outstanding. The αZV-E10 has Sony’s advanced image processor, the Bionz X, which is the underpinning of the excellent image rendition, with accurate color rendition, including skin tones.
The αZV-E10 image formats range through 14 bit (compressed) RAW providing for excellent post-production editing capability. The αZV-E10 shoots video at resolutions of up to 4k (oversampled from 6k), and offers a wide range of frame rates (allowing for a variety of slow or fast motion shooting), image sizes and compression schemes. Video functions also include multiple cinema profiles including HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) and S-Log3/2. The αZV-E10 includes a dedicated Still/Movie/S&Q button to shoot 4x slow motion video, or 60x quick motion.
The αZV-E10 also features a dedicated top panel button to control background blurring. This button instantly toggles between a clearly focused background, and a defocused, blurred background (bokeh effect). A unique new “Product Showcase” feature has been added for vloggers. One button depression toggles the feature which instantly shifts focus from the vloggers face to whatever object (product) is extended directly in front of the camera for close-up. Occasionally, this feature required a few attempts before it would shift focus to relatively small items.
Audio quality from the three capsule directional microphone on the top panel is excellent. Sony thoughtfully includes a “dead cat” (synthetic fur) wind screen which is helpful when shooting outdoors. The Multi-Interface Hot Shoe supports digital audio with external microphones, as well as flash units. There is also a 3.5mm input jack for an external microphone, and another 3.5mm output jack for headphones to monitor audio recording. The mike jack is behind a plastic door which candidly appears very delicate and feels as if it will break off quite easily.
I miss the built-in flash of the α6100. For still photography flash is essential in low-light conditions, but it is also extremely important in marginal light conditions and shadows where having fill-in flash is invaluable.
The αZV-E10 is equipped with an articulating 3” TFT, LCD touchscreen which rotates from the left of the camera body. While it is essential for vlogging, it is also valuable for low-angle shots and high-angle shots. The αZV-E10 also supports shooting video in vertical orientation. In addition to the red tally light on the camera body, the touchscreen illuminates a highly visible red border when recording, which is perfect for vlogging.
The only performance deficiency that I encountered was that of minor rolling shutter effects, particularly during fast pans in 4k, which is common with CMOS sensor cameras. Touchscreen functionality is still limited and is not available for the multilayer menus.
The αZV-E10 lacks the electronic viewfinder that I enjoy on the α6100. Although a viewfinder may not be considered a necessity for vlogging, it is extremely useful in both still photography and some videography, particularly when using long lenses. Handheld shooting with a telephoto lens benefits from the more stable shooting platform achieved when the camera is supported at three points including hands and face, with bent arms braced on the photographer’s body. This is particularly important when framing the shot, and in holding the frame. An electronic viewfinder (EVF) is also essential when checking or correcting focus and when manually adjusting focus.
If your intended use of the αZV-E10 is exclusively for vlogging you may not miss the flash or viewfinder, but the αZV-E10 is much more than a single-purpose vlogging camera. It is an incredibly powerful, flexible and competent digital imaging video and still camera.
A strap is included, but a rear lens cap for the kit lens and a body cap are not.
The memory card specifications for on-board image storage is SDXC UHS-I or II, V30, U3, C10. The αZV-E10 has 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth for file transfer, remote camera control and integration with the Sony GPVPT2BT Shooting Grip with Wireless Remote Commander, which is a versatile and useful accessory that I use for both handheld shooting and for tabletop tripod functionality.
The addition of the αZV-E10 to my gear locker has enabled me to undertake dual camera videos. I have both the αZV-E10 and the α6100 mounted to GPVPT2BT Shooting Grips. Both cameras can be stationary on their GPVPT2BT tripods, or one can be stationary with the other utilized handheld, and either can be easily and quickly transitioned between tripod and handheld.
With the customized controls and features which are tailored for vlogging, and the additional benefit of electronic image stabilization (not IBIS), the αZV-E10 is my primary camera for handheld shooting, while the α6100 shoots B-roll from its tripod.
The controls and software are very robust, with many options and settings which afford complete creative control over this very powerful, yet compact camera. The online documentation and help files are excellent and comprehensive. The PDF “Help Guide” is an impressive 577 pages.
The αZV-E10, is compatible with all Sony E-Mount lenses. The kit lens is the SELP1650, 16-50mm (35mm equivalent focal length 24-75mm), f/3.5 – 5.6, power zoom lens with Optical Steady-Shot (OSS) image stabilization which is further enhanced by the cameras digital zoom. Zoom can also be controlled with the dedicated zoom lever on the shutter button, and programmable zoom speed (range 1-8).
My new favorite lens to carry as my second lens is the outstanding Sony SEL70350G, 70-350mm, (35mm equivalent focal length 105-525mm), f/4.5 – 6.3, OSS zoom lens. With this excellent zoom telephoto lens and the kit lens, a great range of shooting environments are accommodated with only two, compact and relatively lightweight lenses.
The αZV-E10 is supplied with one NP-FW50 battery pack, which utilizes in-camera charging. An external battery charger, and additional battery packs are available as accessories. The in-camera recharge time is approximately a couple of hours, but battery life is excellent.
The αZV-E10 can run hot during lengthy video recording sessions. The internal thermal protection sensor shut down the camera after about 50 minutes of 1080p recording, and after about 30 minutes of 4k recording.
Sony Alpha cameras have proven themselves to be excellent, well-respected cameras. The Sony αZV-E10 is just such a camera.
I am genuinely enjoying using the αZV-E10. The feature set and exposure controls are so extensive and robust, that any videography / photography utilization is very well supported. In automated modes, the αZV-E10 is in virtual control of the photography and can be trusted to produce excellent images and videos of professional quality, with simplified, automated ease of use. The αZV-E10 will fire at 11 fps, bracket exposures and shoot with a 1/4000 sec. shutter speed. Low light shooting is excellent. The ISO standard/normal range is 32,000 and an expanded ISO range of an incredible 51,200 is available.
Video capabilities are beyond extensive, including Cinema Picture Modes. The customized vlogging controls, features and functionality tailor this camera for optimized vlogging.
The camera hardware seems to be high-quality. The lens mount is metal, and lens lockup is solid. The αZV-E10 body is plastic but is not fully dust and weather sealed. It is sleek and elegant, and feels good when handled.
The Sony αZV-E10 is really an excellent camera. It is extremely capable and produces excellent videos and photographs. I am enjoying the αZV-E10 immensely. The size, weight and outstanding features and technical capabilities of the αZV-E10 really make it an excellent camera for many applications, and render it the perfect, optimized vlogging camera. Of course I recommend this impressive camera very highly!
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starRating: 5
title: Excellent camera for vlogging and stills
detailedReviews 200: content: I purchased this camera with the expectation that it will perform exceptionally well, unfortunately it does not! Lets start with the big things, first it overheats within one hour of use. If you intend to use this camera for video (which is it's intended use) expect it to turn off do to internal temperature within 60 minutes of use. This is completely unacceptable if you intend to film an event or anything longer than a short video clip. Second, when setting up a shot the camera times out quickly and resets the focal length of the lens back to starting position. This is very annoying when you have your frame setup and the camera times out, and you have to reset your lens every time. Third, the APS-C sensor really crops the image and limits the field of view. Fourth, is the inability to take pictures while the camera is in video mode, this is frustrating because sometimes you just want to snap a picture, and you simply cannot without changing the camera settings. Fifth, the menu is not intuitive like other brands and one of my least favorite to navigate. And lastly, the little things like not having an indicator light when charging. Its not clear that the camera is getting charged besides a tiny hidden yellow light below the charger cable, I cannot understand why they did not use the red light on the face of the camera to indicate that it's charging? Or the fact that the battery gate doesn't automatically lock when you close it, you have to manually lock it every time. These are just some of the things I did not like, but I'll leave it at that.
As for the positives, it films good video quality. The autofocus is good, when you have a person in the frame, otherwise it struggles to find a point of focus. The E-Mount give you a lot of flexibility with lens selection, but the camera definitely falls short.
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starRating: 1
title: Overheats, crops image, frustrating menu
detailedReviews 201: content: The Sony ZVE10 is a fantastic camera for anyone looking to step up their content creation game. It's super compact, making it easy to carry around, and the image quality is top-notch, especially in good lighting. The autofocus is incredibly fast and accurate, which is a lifesaver when you're filming yourself. The flip-out screen is perfect for vloggers, and the built-in microphone is decent, although I'd recommend an external mic for the best audio. Overall, it's a great value for the price and a perfect entry point into the world of mirrorless cameras.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic camera for content creation
detailedReviews 202: content: After lots of research, I purchased my first ZV-E10 a couple of months ago. I'm a workplace trainer that delivers multiple virtual training sessions a week, and I wanted something compact that still provided far more professional quality video than the webcams I'd been using previously.
I have the camera set up permanently on a tripod in a studio, and I use a dummy battery for a couple of reasons - it keeps the heat away from the camera (some of my training sessions are 3 hours long) and it also protects the life of the real battery.
The ZV-E10 has a 'clean' HDMI output which means I can still see menus, etc ... on the camera's screen, but they don't get broadcast beyond the camera. The lack of this feature on some competing models was a dealbreaker for me.
This is my first experience with Sony cameras (I have decades of experience with another brand) so I expected to spend a bit of time getting used to the new menus, however I found everything I needed within a couple of hours of the package arriving. Since then I've explored further and now feel very comfortable navigating the many options and settings available.
While it's a smaller camera than I'm used to, it feels sturdy and well-built, and the ability to swap lenses means there's plenty out there to support all foreseeable needs for me. That said, its primary role is to stream training content from my studio at work, and my many learners constantly comment on the quality of the video - as do I.
I've been so impressed with the ZV-E10's ability to meet my needs that I've since bought a second one. I'm fortunate to be able to work from home at least a couple of days a week, and this means I can provide the same quality of experience for my training audiences.
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starRating: 5
title: Great quality video, meets needs
detailedReviews 203: content: By far the best bang for buck camera for video.
Small, light weight great features and outstanding image quality.
By no means is this a perfect camera, it has its negatives like everything.
It feels a bit on the cheap side being mostly plastic, no ibis, there is a crop factor in certain mod3/frame rates, on board mic is OK not not the best.
But many higher price cameras have similar faults, so what this offers far outweighs it's negative points.
The showcase feature is really handy and the af is solid.
Great for a travel, offering both great video and good solid still image quality,
Perfect for using with a gimble (fixes the stabilisation issue) even works well as a webcam for those zoom calls.
Overall a solid little guy that is reliable.
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starRating: 4
title: Best bang for buck camera for video
detailedReviews 204: content: After recently deciding to switch to Sony I decided I would go with the ZVE-10 and I was not disappointed. This camera feels premium and amazing, it also shoots amazing video and stills. The only reason it's not perfect I would say is the battery life is not great and I believe that's a problem with all Sony cameras. Also a little overheating after extensive use. The screen looks amazing but does not give the photos justice until you load them up into the computer and see them. I love this camera and hopefully I do not have to but I would buy it again.
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starRating: 4
title: Premium and amazing, shoots amazing video
detailedReviews 205: content: Sony ZV-E10 has a 24MP APS-C sensor, an E-mount, an adequate grip, and it’s powered by Sony’s NP-FW50 batteries. The camera captures 4K video at up to 30 FPS. Sony’s made the ZV-E10 lightweight, with the compact body taking less space in a kit bag. It is designed for Vloggers.When I got the Sony ZV-E10, I can feel that Sony tried to merge the A6xxx and ZV-1. Sony added the new features, like the front tally light, three capsules audio mic, a vary-angle LCD screen, and a button to soften the background to A6xxx and become ZV-E10.The ZV-E10 offers a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor with a native ISO range of 100-32,000 with excellent eye and subject-tracking AF. It also includes the ZV-1’s vlogger-friendly Bokeh Switch mode which can blur the background or bring it into focus. The product showcase mode is apply AF settings best suited for presenting products and switch the AF. The video 4K/30fps recording is taken from oversampled 6K. And, the slow-motion can be recorded up to 1080p / 120 frame.The ZV-E10 has directional and three-capsule microphones built-in with windscreen included and 3.5mm headphone jacks included. The sounds good for speaking. If you look at the top of the camera, the microphone grill takes up about a third of the space. You can also use it for live streaming via USB.The ZV-E10 doesn't have in-body image stabilization is the only drawback, but it does have real-time electronic “Active” stabilization. It can cover most cases, but in-body image stabilization is still better if you are recording the video outdoor.Overall, Sony ZV-E10 is a great content creation camera. It has a lot of simplifications made to help content creators create professional videos. It is much smaller than A6xxx, but with E-mount, you have a lot lens can use to create a professional video. If you want a compact camera with interchangeable lenses. Sony ZV-E10 is a great choice.
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starRating: 5
title: Great content creation camera, compact with E-mount
detailedReviews 206: content: We’ve been patiently waiting for this upgrade! We wanted a small, mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses. And we’ve always been big fan of Sony imagery over the competition. The Sony ZV-E10 is an upgrade to the ZV-1 with a few notable changes.Firstly, the new model is equipped with a 24.2 MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor; the same sensor as the Sony a6100. The ZV-1 uses a smaller, 20.1 MP 1’’ sensor. The ZV-E10 records more detail, and more effectively in low-light.AND the ZV-E10 is an interchangeable lens camera, compatible with Sony E-mount lenses. This is the biggie. Combined with its larger sensor, this greatly enhances the versatility and performance capabilities of the camera. It’s all about the glass!The ZV-E10 is marketed more as a VLOGing camera rather than for still photography. It’s very capable of both, but people more serious about photography probs wouldn’t be looking at a camera in this price range anyway.Speaking of video, which is what we’ll use it for primarily, it shoots Ultra-HD 4K and 1080 HD at a bunch of different frame rates. You can Live stream directly from the camera simply by connecting the camera via USB-C. It’ll stream HD at 720 and it will pass the camera’s audio to the stream. And the USB port will provide power to the camera.The ZV-E10 utilizes Sony’s Eye AF functionality with 425 focus points, a few more than the ZV-1’s 315. Background Defocus lets you immediately switch to the maximum aperture setting of the attached lens with a single button function, for a cool bokeh effect. It also has the Product Showcase feature, which is extremely useful for live streamers and vloggers. This allows the camera to automatically (and quickly) pull focus to product when the product is held up in front of the camera, and then back again when the product is removed from the field of view. Both of these effects work while streaming. It's a very cool (and useful) effect.Unfortunately, the ZV-E10 offers electronic image stabilization, while the ZV-1 offered both optical and electronic image stabilization. If you stream from your desk, no big deal at all. The new model’s autofocus should still work well with a handle or grip for stable recording while selfie-walking.There has been a significant battery upgrade in the ZV-10, which uses an NP-FW50 battery. We’re talking up to 400-some shots when using the LCD, or 80 to 120-ish minutes of recording video. That’s a little less than double that of the ZV-1’s NP-BX1 battery. And – there’s now USB-C charging.The ZV-E10 is equipped with the same built-in 3-capsule directional or cardioid pattern microphone as the ZV-1. It’s a very nice built-in microphone, optimized to record voices directly in front of the camera. And, like the ZV-1, a furry kitten or dead mouse wind screen is included with the new camera. It also has 3.5 mm analog mic and headphone jacks. Both the ZV-E10 and the ZV-1 also have a Multi Interface hot shoe, enabling them to support a Digital Audio Interface, so your ZV-E10 can record audio digitally via a compatible microphone.The power zoom does make a little noise (which will be recorded), but you can manual zoom quietly.The manual and lots of help videos are all online. There's a handy QR code you can scan in the box for the manual and webcam software.The Alpha ZV-E10 is available now in both black and white, either as the body only or a few extra bucks for the 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens. Get the kit and add lenses later.
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starRating: 4
title: Great for vloggers, takes great still pictures
detailedReviews 207: content: The Sony ZV-E10 was designed for the vlogger in mind and it hits the mark. Excellent video and audio right out of the box, when you add on the Sony Vloggers Kit, the ZV-E10 feels like it becomes an extension of you.
Battery Life: Advertised to provide 80 minutes of video OR just under 450 photos. While these numbers are not bad, they could be better, the supplied battery for the ZV-E10 (NP-FW50) is one that Sony camera fans know well and have made their gripes known. On my test runs I averaged 75 minutes on video and got 400 photos, but the temperature was rather high when testing. If you’re planning on a full day of video and photos, bring an extra battery or two, your other option is charging the battery directly through the camera body via a USB-C cable, this option is slow.
Sensor: at 24 megapixels, it is on par with other APS-C sensors and picture resolution is very good as well as color and lighting. While not a photographing powerhouse, as that was not its intended customer base, it does very well capturing stills but excels when placed into Video mode.
Lens options: This was a great upgrade, lens swapping! Swapping between lenses is a breeze. The provided 16-50mm lens is excellent and provides a great range and depth of field but now you have the ability to throw on a prime lens and expand your videos to another level. Perhaps you want to shoot your next vlog in 35mm at 1.8/f… well, now you can.
In the box you also received a windscreen (dead cat) for the microphone which is a nice added piece.
Video: The auto focusing is amazing, for the price point you do get 4K video but only at 24 or 30 FPS and your slow motion shooting is maxed out at 1080p.
Overall, its an impressive camera right out the box for the price and really, the only thing holding it back is its battery life. While the touch controls are limited, I think Sony was going for a keep it simple type of setup, which is more in line with Vloggers. Its lightweight and has a minimal footprint which is great for when your on the go or just want something that will get the job done well without weighing you down with equipment.
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starRating: 4
title: Impressive camera right out of the box
detailedReviews 208: content: I've been a photographer for over forty years but this is my first foray into mirrorless hardware.
I was looking for a small, well built interchangeable lens camera to use ordinarily for shooting video and sometimes as a compact still camera for when I'm backpacking. This hits the mark on all fronts.
It's built like a little tank, nothing feels creaky, nothing flexes. I like that the screen can be rotated to protect it when not in use. The buttons and dials are solid and responsive. Altogether this feels more like a professional camera than I could have hoped for.
Video quality is excellent. I love that I have the option of HLG for simplified colour grading in post.
Still image quality is much better than expected too, I can certainly live with this out in the mountains where size and weight come into play.
It even seems to produce reasonable results in its automated video and photo modes, making it ideal for those wanting to move into the world of interchangeable lens cameras for the first time.
On the minus side, using it in manual mode is a little more "fiddly" than the DSLR's I'm accustomed to, I'm having to delve into the somewhat convoluted menus a little more often than I'd like. A trade off for the small form factor is fewer buttons and dials than one gets on a full frame DSLR. This will get easier as I get more acclimatised to the Sony menu structure and as I customise the camera to suit my workflow more. If you're more acquainted with Sony cameras this will be less of an issue for you.
My other little gripe is the relatively short battery life. I guess its only to be expected in a camera so small that needs to power a screen whenever it's in use. As an aside to that, I do miss the viewfinder, particularly in bright light.
Those little gripes aside, this is a fantastic camera that produces great video and stills at a real bargain price. I don't hesitate in recommending it.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic camera, great video and stills
detailedReviews 209: content: I bought the Sony ZV-E10 mainly for video recording and it exceeded my expectations. The image quality is amazing, the autofocus is super fast, and the flip-out screen is very helpful for filming myself. The built-in microphone also delivers good sound, though I use an external mic for even better quality. It doesn't have in-body stabilization, but that’s easily managed with a good lens or tripod. Totally recommended for vlogs, social media, or YouTube.
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starRating: 5
title: Exceeded expectations, amazing image quality
detailedReviews 210: content: I’m really impressed with this camera! The Sony Alpha ZV-E10 is super easy to use, even for someone like me who’s not a pro. The picture and video quality are amazing, and it’s perfect for vlogging or creating content. I love the compact design—it’s lightweight and easy to carry around. The 16-50mm lens it comes with is great for a variety of shots, and the autofocus works like a dream. Definitely worth it if you want something beginner-friendly but still packed with features!!
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starRating: 5
title: Super easy to use, amazing picture quality
detailedReviews 211: content: The Alpha ZV-E10 is the latest all new offering from Sony. As a budget vlog camera, with it's extremely generous asking price, abundant features and excellent quality, folks are in for a treat with this one. It's surprisingly lightweight and perfect for portability when not in use. The design is very similar to the previous ZV-1 model but with a few extra bells and whistles. Specifically this time around you have the ability to interchange lenses with ease and transform an already outstanding device into multipurpose powerhouse. As mentioned above this camera is tailored to vloggers with it's convenient flip out screen giving you selfie style viewing. As a beginner, one may feel overwhelmed by the plentiful settings and options so I recommend watching walkthrough videos online to give you a better understanding. However, if you're familiar with these types of cameras you should feel confident in your purchase. There is no built in flash so an extra attachment may be necessary, I didn't really have trouble capturing scenes in low light environments. The touch screen is just used for focusing which I would have liked to see other uses for. One of my favorite features though is the intelligent auto mode. This does exactly what it says, automatically adjusts the settings of your shot, which makes it easy for newer vloggers to get the best detail with no effort. I was very impressed to see high quality 4k video, clear crisp audio, as well as a setting to record in 120 hz making all of my videos ultra smooth and satisfying. And with that, if you download and install the imaging edge mobile app to your smartphone, you can easily transfer all of your photos and videos to your gallery within no time wirelessly. Overall you really can't go wrong here, Sony definitely came out swinging and dare I say hit a home run with the ZV-E10.
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starRating: 5
title: Hit the mark for vloggers, great value
detailedReviews 212: content: When Sony A7 III launched just a few years ago, a lot of photography enthusiasts and content creators were excited. For months the camera was sold out everywhere. Almost a decade ago when Sony launched NEX 7, the excitement was also there. Sony’s debut to the SLR scene was the Alpha 100 and it was a well-received and very exciting product at the time as it introduced in-body sensor stabilization as the breakthrough technology. I happened to own or had owned all of these cameras, which I think offered a lot of value for what it’s worth. Sony ZV-E10 is exactly that. This camera packed a lot of features that should please content creators and is a massive improvement over what Sony had to offer in the past.
TL;DR this is a great camera that does its job well and offers good value for what it’s worth.
This camera seems to be designed with content creators’ need in mind. With that said, this is an audio-visual recording device first and photography tool second and it is aimed at enthusiasts, not professional videographers. However, it is not unusual to see professional videographers using it as a second camera or even the primary camera in some uses. So, if you prioritize on having a camera for photography, this may not be the right tool for you although that in absence of an electronic viewfinder, this camera still performs well as a general-purpose photography tool. The camera is not as good as the full frame A7 series but the image quality is comparable, if not better, to other similar crop sensor cameras.
Sony ZV-E10 is an APS-C interchangeable lens compact camera. The camera uses APS-C sensor meaning it uses larger sensor than most compact cameras and much larger sensors than your phone’s camera. The result is better visual quality, that is due to the ability to capture more details and higher dynamic range, so Sony ZV-E10 should not fail you in this area most of the time. Video quality is great, the camera offers a lot: high bitrate codec, SLOG 3 profile, image stabilization and the star of the show is actually the ability to change lenses to a myriad of selection that Sony and other lens manufacturers have to offer. If you own Sony’s FE and E lenses, this camera is a no brainer to add in your arsenal of content creation tool. My favorite lens is the versatile Sony E 18-105mm F/4 power zoom G OSS lens. When I want to make it very light and keep the camera in my pocket, I would use the pancake lens that I got for my NEX camera a decade ago.
The 16-50mm kit lens is also nice due to its light and compact design, and of course not to mention its OSS lens stabilization system. I really like that the camera is still so compact with the kit lens. It is small for what it can do and so light. The lens features power zoom, which turns your camera into a small Handycam. Zooming in and out is smooth with this lens. I would recommend getting a good camera grip like the Sony Bluetooth grip when going with this setup. Sony offers a vlogger accessory kit that offers both the Bluetooth grip and memory card.
When you pair the camera with a tele zoom like the Sony E 70-350mm lens, you’re taking this camera to another level. You will need a tripod if you intend to create stabile video footage when using this tele lens. Gone is the need to position your camera closer to the stage when shooting school performances. Your camera can be comfortably position way back and far from the crowd. At 350mm focal length, the camera enables you to capture subject from a distant. Bottom line is, this camera is compatible with many lens options out there from prime, short zoom to tele lens. My entire Sony lens collection for full frame (FE lens) and APS-C camera E lens and even my old Minolta A-mount lens when using the correct lens adaptor are all useable. This camera is a very powerful tool for creativity considering those lenses in mind.
One problem that I have in the past when using Sony’s Alpha, NEX and A series cameras for video shooting is overheating of sensor. Sony ZV-E10 does not seem to have this problem as you can shoot videos for more than an hour until the battery is depleted. However, I’m not sure if the performance will sustain in outdoor condition when the day is very hot.
Shooting a vlog is easier with features that really matter: swivelling screen so that you can watch the video live as you’re pointing the lens at yourself and talking to the camera, bokeh button and reliable auto focus. There is also the product showcase feature, which will direct auto focus to an object you want to present in front of the camera. Without activating this specific feature, the camera will try to focus on the person in front of the camera instead of the object that the person wants to present.
The built-in microphone works well in picking up sounds in front of the camera. Sony even included a microphone windshield. The quality should be good enough for most uses and you can always upgrade to external microphone for even better audio quality. It is a nice surprise that Sony includes both headphone and microphone input jack so this means that you can use any microphone (not just Sony branded) and monitor the sound at the same time. My microphone setup is Sony ECM- XYST1M, which plugs right into Sony’s proprietary hot shoe and able to record stereo sounds. I also have a shotgun type monaural microphone.
There is just a couple of things that I have to bear in mind when shooting videos with this camera and this has something to do with the stabilization system, lens selection and framing. First, the camera’s electronic stabilization system crops the picture so you may want to remember this when not using a wide-angle lens. I kind of wish that Sony uses sensor shift image stabilization system but it’s not a big deal since electronic image stabilization system (EIS) seems to work ok. I’m not a big fan of EIS as I still think that sensor shift technology is better while Sony’s balanced optical stabilization system (BOSS) is the best in terms of performance. But having an EIS to work alongside with Optical Stabilization System (OSS) of the lens is still better than just having only OSS to do the job.
If you shoot videos without activating the image stabilization system, the picture will not get cropped while the gyro data is still being recorded by the camera so you will rely solely on the lens’ OSS to stabilize the video. The gyro data stored in the video file is useable when you apply video stabilization in post process by using Sony’s Catalyst Browse software. It seems that the video will not be cropped as bad as if image stabilization were active when shooting the video. It may not be convenient to do this as part of your post-production work flow and not to mention that you did not have the exact framing when you shot the video if you post processed the image stabilization this way.
Second, this is an APS-C camera. For those of you who got used with full frame sensor cameras like Sony A7 series and have been using Sony FE lenses, APS-C sensor changes full frame lens focal length meaning your subject will be captured by the camera closer than what you expect when using a full frame camera. This is the norm because APS-C sensor is smaller than the full frame.
As a vlog camera, Sony also offers the feature to use the camera as a webcam so you can broadcast your content live through social media. It’s a nice feature to have particularly because this camera will likely outperform any webcams out there.
Using the camera for shooting video is simple and enjoyable. The auto mode makes it simple and works well for general purpose. Auto focus is reliable and fast enough. The LCD screen is bright enough. I particularly like the bokeh switch so I can quickly add more background blur in an instant. There’s a soft skin feature so you can make the skin of the subject appears smoother, for example if the subject wants to conceal facial acnes, scars etc.
I also like the zooming function available with certain lens like the kit lens, which makes the whole experience seems like I’m using a Handycam but in a totally different form factor. It’s reminiscent of the past being updated and brought to live in today’s technology. The biggest highlight of the camera is actually its price. As an owner of Sony cameras across different product lines, I think the camera offers great value. I like this camera so much that I would be leaving my Sony A7 III at home when I’m out and about and sure that most of the content I’d be creating is video.
Ok so we have come to the conclusion that this is a great camera. The kit lens will get you started just fine though that the magnification factor (zooming) is not much. The first thing to invest in is a good high-capacity memory card that can support capturing high bitrate 4K videos. Don’t jeopardize your video by using cheap generic brand memory cards. Next maybe you want to buy external microphone and additional lens sometime in the future, after all this is a camera that offers the opportunity to grow with you. This camera is a keeper that should satisfy your content creation needs for years to come.
So who is this camera for? Those who are enthusiastic about creating content. Those who are looking to get a Handycam but are not sure if the thing is even exist anymore today. Those who are thinking of getting an action camera for creating content but never have the intention to do any high energy sports scenes, high impact outdoor actions, or have the need to have a water-resistant camera. This is also a good all-rounder camera for those who are looking for a compact vacation camera. Or this could be a great camera for those who want to update their tech and seek a great value in their investment.
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starRating: 5
title: Powerful, flexible, and competent digital imaging camera
detailedReviews 213: content: When Sony first released their ZV-1 it was a remarkably interesting take on a piece of kit focused on vloggers: a small body, great built-in microphones, a larger screen with no electronic view finder, and a large assortment of features crafted to support all sorts of video shooting scenarios. When I started my home renovations I became especially interested in its successor, the ZV-E10, which introduces interchangeable lenses, a larger sensor, and heavily improved autofocus and tracking.
SUMMARY: This camera builds on the already respectable ZV-1 with fantastic additions which will allow the creators to grow their recording capabilities as their needs evolve making it a great first camera for the budding blogger.
PROS:
- Interchangeable e-mount lenses provide huge flexibility and value especially for existing Sony users.
- Bigger APS-C sensor and heavily improved autofocus tracking.
- Accessories like the grip and app help accommodate different shooting needs.
CONS:
- Videos have a very noticeable rolling shutter when the camera is moved a lot and subject is still – this issue also presents itself in low-light stills.
- While this is a good mirrorless still camera – it could be made better with a built-in or optional electronic viewfinder for those who prefer it.
The ZV-E10 has a ton of features and is designed to give people looking to get into the vlogging space with a single primary camera and accessory bundle to get the job done. Frankly, there are so many things it can do that any complete review would turn into a short novel – so I plan on talking about the most important/impressive features, how I used them and how you might use them, as well as some tips that I have along the way.
DESIGN:
The most important design aspect is the compact size. While most will want to carry other lenses, you could toss the camera and charger into a small purse or bag and be ready to take on day. The body is a combination of metal and plastic and it feels well built – there is a digital hot shoe at the top for mounting flashes or microphones (more on this later). The grip has a nice rubbery feel, but due to the size of the camera it feels a little cramped, which is why I’d recommend the shooting grip accessory (more on this later) There is a large 3” flip-out screen and all the standard buttons you would expect to find along with a dedicated video record button – as this is a vlogging camera. There are also specific function buttons that do neat things like blur out the background, switch to slow motion capture, and focus on products that you hold in front of the camera. On the bottom is a standard 1/4 20 threaded mount for attaching accessories and mounting tripods. Along the size of the camera you have USB-C, micro HDMI, 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a 3.5 mm mic phone jacket – props to Sony for providing all the ports one could ever want.
SPECS:
Now on to the information that really matters. The ZV-E10 moves up to an APS-C sensor from the 1” on the ZV-1. This larger sensor and higher megapixel count of 24.2 means even sharper photos and oversampling in video taking a 6K frame down to a 4K frame. Speaking of video you will be able to shoot 1080p up to 120 fps and 4K at 30 fps. Also new here is the E-mount allowing you a choice of over 60 available lenses styles. There is a 3 microphone stereo array, which when paired with the included wind screen produced fantastically clear audio by itself, but long term you may opt add an external microphone to the mix by taking advantage of the digital audio hotshoe or 3.5 mm jack. Also improved is the battery life. I was able to get 70-90 minutes depending on the resolution which is excellent for this form-factor and battery size. Not to forget, this camera also shoots stills at 11 fps with continuous autofocus for quick moving subjects.
ACCESSORIES & LENSES:
There were two accessories that were included in my kit, the first is an essential for anybody considering this camera – the control grip. This is a Bluetooth connected grip that allows one to zoom in/out (with a compatible lens), start recording, and trigger the handy background blur effect. The unit helps tremendously with hand fatigue that you would encounter by using just the camera by itself – due to its small size. It also flips out and doubles as a table tripod if you are recording solo and need to shoot video while using both of your hands.
The second is a 70-350 mm F4.5-6.3 lens with OSS (Sony’s in lens stabilization). While you probably won’t be shooting a selfie vlog with this lens, it does highlight the flexibility of this camera's e-mount and allows you to capture some dynamic video and long-range stills.
While I didn’t have an external mic to test, it’s worth noting that there are several options which one can attach into the digital hotshoe – these include shotgun mics as well as wireless microphones, great for people who might be demonstrating or speaking at a distance away from the camera.
USE-CASES:
If you haven’t figured out the name of the game yet, it’s versatility and I feel like the best way to describe this is by talking about different shooting scenarios and needs that you may encounter and what features the ZV-E10 has to tackle these. This might involve different hardware capabilities or software modes or some combination of the lenses and accessories.
- On-the-go (videoing subject) – In this case and the next you will make excellent use of the shooting grip which will give you excellent one-hand control. You can also add the 75-350 lens and capture wide angle of a scene and then zoom in on your subject. The flexibility of using other e-mount lenses is a huge plus here over the ZV-1 and really gives you the opportunity to grow with this camera as you develop your style.
- On-the-go (videoing self) - While the kit lens is great, if you are planning on self-vlogging you should consider opting for a wider angle 10-18mm F4 lens. This gives you a wider angle of view and plenty of margin to turn on active stabilization (which will crop your video) and still be comfortable not having to fully extend your arm to keep your head and body in frame.
- Stationary (videoing self) – Another use case you will certainly have is setting up the camera on a tripod to shoot yourself talking or demonstrating a certain activity or product. In these cases you might not have help and you may want to make adjustments while standing in front of the camera. In these scenarios the Sony Imaging Edge Mobile app is an excellent tool. This is a free app that Sony offers that connects to your camera over Wi-fi. It allows you to remotely control the camera, change modes, and settings. It also gives you the ability to view a live feed and recorded content so that you can get everything set exactly right without being behind the camera.
- Live Streaming – In the age of Covid and vlogging, everybody needs a good webcam and the ZV-E10 is no slouch. They made it amazingly easy to engage live with fans, by simple plugging in the camera through the USB-C port. It registers as an external video/audio device and you are off to the races. This allows you to use it in the default camera app on your PC to record video locally or as a device input for live streaming to your favorite social media platform.
- Product Showcasing – This is a handy feature that works extremely well. When enabled via the options menu or dedicated button, you can hold an object in front of the camera and it will automatically focus on that object. When you pull the object away, it will refocus on you. It’s a specific use-case, but one that any vlogger will eventually need so it’s nice to see it built right in.
- Slow motion – Sony includes an S&Q mode, which stands for Slow and Quick. The purpose of the mode is to record video with the intention of it being in slow motion – i.e. when you play it back you will observe the clip being 4x slower @ 120fps. This dramatically improves your processing/editing time by allow the camera to do it for you.
- Stills – Again, while the focus of this camera is video – you can still get some great stills with it. Quickly moving objects are a little difficult to snap due to the lack of a digital viewfinder, but with the default kit lens I was able to snap some beautiful sunsets, landscapes, and portraits while taking advantage of the background blurring capability. It also has a built-in mode for panoramic pictures as well which did an excellent job stitching together the stream of photographs.
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starRating: 4
title: Great for vlogging, good quality photos
detailedReviews 214: content: I’m not a vlogger, by no stretch of anyone’s imagination could I be called a vlogger.
I am a middle aged man who loves clever technology. My 11-year-old son is a vlogger and runs his own YouTube channel with only his mates as followers – a whole handful of them.
So, for me, the ZV-E10 is a very different proposition than to my son.
The short review is… we both love it, for very different and identical reasons – but for totally different applications. Read on…
When we go on holiday one of the first questions the kids will ask is.. “Dad, will you make a holiday movie…?”. I’ve created the habit of making a movie for every holiday we’ve ever been on – you know the kind, 20 minutes long, lots of footage of the kids on zip wires, beaches and fairground rides mixed with some Kidz Bop type music. The kids love them, and show them all to their mates and grandparents with glowing pride.
What they have never noticed, is that the “movie” can be a bit old fashioned – steady camera shots, everything perfectly in focus and framed – and to the casual observer the fun could be seen as staged. They lacked life. They are filmed more like a documentary on ancient history.
The ZV-E10 changed that.
I’ve been using it now for a couple of weeks, and that coincided with our annual August family vacation. Now normally, I’d have captured my content on a smartphone – which is all well and good. But this year I left the smartphone in my pocket and committed to capturing everything on the ZV-E10.
I acquired the handy (pun intended) bluetooth remote/handle/grip accessory and easily paired and attached it, and this somehow transformed me into a cool content maker.
Whilst the camera itself is the real star (and I’ll come onto that), the Sony GP-VPT2BT Handigrip took it up a level. It inspired me to get mobile, to get low down and high up angles of stills and video footage that I’d have never even thought of previously. I moved around my subjects.
That inspiration, from an admittedly clever bit of Bluetooth enabled / remote control plastic turned me into the cool content maker I described.
I’d realised that this cool device could open up a whole new world of possibilities for the holiday movie – and so delved into the features of the real star of the show – the ZV-E10 that was attached to the end of it. This was when my mind was really blown, and I thought for a moment that I could be the next Michael Bay.
I mentioned earlier that my previous movies had been a bit steady and staged – so first I discovered the Active Mode – which stabilizes the image – this removed one of my pet hates of home movies – shaky filming!
The simple single switch to activate blurry mode – which switches depth control on and off at the flick of a switch resulting in that beautiful, blurred background that makes everything look so professional.
The quick autofocus, which allowed a spirited lap or two on the go-karts to become like a James Bond car chase as I was filming in selfie mode, with the kids trailing behind me – the focus switch from me to them was almost instant.
The ability to monitor live what I was filming on the handy flip out rotating screen.
Slow motion capture – this worked great with the kids bodyboarding in the waves.
So now I felt like a movie maker, and after quickly transferring the footage and stills via WiFi to my tablet device – I did a quick edit and I have to say I was blown away by the end result – the colours, the light, the movement and the focus really made my previous efforts look like a nature documentary from the 70’s.
Whilst this camera delivered all the clever technology you could wish for (and then some), the side benefit was it gave life and excitement to something that had previously been so dull.
Everything I filmed and photographed seemed alive.
My son has now swiped it from me and has been using it for live streaming and recording online videos.
His response… It’s super cool.
Enough said, well done Sony.
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starRating: 5
title: Gives life and excitement to dull content
detailedReviews 215: content: Product Quality:BRAND NEW AND FUNCTIONING
Performance:GOOD
Best Feature:AFFORDABLE
To everyone planning to buy camera from this shop here’s what you need to know:
1. Products are brand new, but upon opening the cloth bag were a bit dirty but it wasn’t so bothering maybe for others.
2. Buy at your own risk. Since they don’t offer 1 year warranty unlike when you buy in the mall after receiving make sure you tested the item for at least a week.
3. No freebies, for its price you really wouldn’t get a freebie but sometimes they do give if there’s like huge sale.
4. The customer service is good, they provide realtime update and even send pictures of my order.
5. For my camera, I am relly happy that I got it at a very affordable price. Brand new and no damage at all.
Thank you to this shop, may you continue giving a quality service and sell more/upcoming gadgets at a very affordable prices.
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starRating: 5
title: Brand new and functioning, affordable price
detailedReviews 216: content: After taking this Camera both indoors to my studio and outside to film a round of golf, this camera can do it all. HIGHLY reccomend paring with a set of RODE wireless mics when outdoors however not needed as the mic quality indoors is quite solid when you're within 5-10 feet and have no wind to fight. The video quality is top notch ONCE you get your settings dialed. Does not come out of the box with the best settings to set you up for the greatest success however a 10 minute YouTube video will get you ready to crank out high quality content in no time. The stock lens that comes with the pack is a great starter but I will be looking to upgrade my lens soon. Outdoor quality can suffer slightly without the right lens combo. Other than that excited to start my camera ownership journey with Sony and this camera deifnitely packs a punch!
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starRating: 4
title: Top notch video quality, packs a punch
detailedReviews 217: content: I bought this a month ago and immediately used it on my recent trip. I tried recording in 4K and also took pictures using the highest resolution. The results were amazing! The only downside is the stabilisation issue. Even with steady hands, it was a challenge to record while walking. Overall, the price is reasonable. Good for starters like me. I will definitely take this on my future trips this year and make travel diaries with it!
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing results, reasonable price for starters
detailedReviews 218: content: She just came in! My new baby 💕 a lot prettier in actual. Upgraded from zv1 to zve10 and I am so so happy with my new camera. This shop is SO LEGIT! I can vouch for this store! The device came in well wrapped and packaged. Seller is also very responsive and entertains questions and inquiries promptly. Came with kit lens lens and cap, shoulder strap, battery and charger 💗 thank you seller! To more transactions in the future!
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starRating: 5
title: So happy with my new camera
detailedReviews 219: content: Bought as an "Excellent - open box" camera and it was DOA. Wouldn't charge and obviously did not turn on. Thought it was worth taking a chance, but with having to drive to the store for the return. Scared me off bothering with returned items being resold at BestBuy.com. Had it been available open box locally. In person store purchase might have been option with being able to test the camera first. But, buying online and somehow receiving a broken camera that never got checked and resold. Too many possible issues to try again. Ultimately found another seller with stock and got it new for similar money. FYI, this was when this model was a little harder to find in stock.
The ZV-E10 itself is great, but my review above is for the camera i received open box on bestbuy.com.
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starRating: 1
title: DOA open box item, but camera is great
detailedReviews 220: content: I've been taking pictures dating back 37 years to an old Nikon F3. I've recently gotten into videography and this little camera was too good to pass up. The price is extremely attractive and the Vlogging features along with the ability to be used as an interchangeable lens camera for photography seemed too good to be true. While it lacks many handy on-board controls for setting changes like a higher-end mirrorless or DSLR cameras might have, that is not the point of this camera - and I found, with a few settings in the quick menu, I didn't really miss them. Once you get it set up with a few personal changes to the custom buttons, this little camera can punch WAY above its weight class.
- Image/video quality:
The ZV-E10 uses the same APS-C sensor that's used all the way up the A6--- line. With the exception of a standard Sony weakness for rolling shutter when taking videos and panning quickly or shooting very fast moving objects, the image and video quality are excellent. I was able to grab very high quality still images and stunning video that held up to post processing. 4K/30p video with log profiles and 8-bit 4:2:0 recording is certainly more than good enough for a blogger starting out and even held up well for getting a surprisingly clean key for green screen effects. I would have loved to see something like 10-bit 4:2:2 output over HDMI for the very best output quality but that really is asking a bit much in this price range.
-Vlogging:
This camera is the first tool in my starting toolkit as a vlogger. Let me tell you what I was able to do: Within minutes (literally less than a hour of testing!), I was able to take sharp video in selfie mode, test product mode (which isn't the kind of video I'll be taking but wow it works well to automatically switch focus from the presenter to a product and back), switch lenses and take 4K video of birds in the trees out the window into my backyard, attach the camera to my laptop and toggle the menu item for USB streaming and have an instant 720p webcam on my laptop for Zoom and OBS Studio. If you're worried about the resolution of the USB stream (I thought I was) don't be. The quality of the image is good enough to upscale to 1080p and, when compared to the output of a high-end 1080p-native webcam, still came out looking much better. If you want more pixels you can get an inexpensive video capture adapter to plug the HDMI output from the ZV-E10 into a USB port on your laptop and stream up to a glorious 4K.
Sound:
The on-board microphone is incredibly impressive. No other on-board microphone sounds this clear for all around video. The clip-on windscreen is also a nice touch. To be honest, I immediately went to an external microphone plugged into the mic jack for flexibility but the point is I didn't have to to get some impressively clean audio even outdoors.
Kit lens:
The included 16-50mm (24-75mm equivalent) kit lens is more than capable. It's compact yet manages a good wide-to-telephoto range that will keep a lot of users happy without having to swap. But the point is that you CAN swap. Focus is fast and nearly silent, so there's no hint of focus hunting or noise on your video. Zoom is loud and will be captured but I don't tend to zoom while I'm recording. If that's something you need to do, swap in a different lens with a manual zoom and go.
Battery life:
It's not a big battery, but I was able to go a fully day of on-and-off shooting on one charge - but barely. I did invest in a power adapter that uses a dummy battery that plugs into the wall for longer video sessions, but the camera will also charge via USB when streaming. USB charging doesn't seem to fully keep up with power draw, but it will get you a few hours.
For my personal needs of taking a small camera along with me for everything from snapshots to getting amazingly high quality video on the go, the ZV-E10 could not be more perfect. My big DSLR hasn't come out of my bag since I got the ZV-E10 and it probably won't. I stream virtual performances for a local community theater using OBS Studio, do headshots for the theater and wildlife photography (thanks to a longer zoom lens I got) and am starting up my own (very small) YouTube channel - all with the same camera. I could not possibly be happier. I can't possibly recommend it enough unless you're doing high quality 4K broadcast footage... and even then I'll bet the ZV-E10 is up for doing your B-roll at a minimum. You won't do better without spending quite a lot more money.
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starRating: 5
title: Punches way above its weight class
detailedReviews 221: content: I bought this after extensive research into vlogging kit. I've started creating Youtube content and this camera always comes out on top, for both picture quality, video frame rate and smoothness. Its a very solid quality build and its looks very smart. In terms of size, its smaller than you would imagine.
I love the output, and its easy to use once you get used to the functions. I recommend watching youtube videos on the initial configuration
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starRating: 5
title: Solid quality build, easy to use
detailedReviews 222: content: After having this camera for about a week I have extensively tested its functionality and put it through its paces. First off, I have other Sony E Mount lenses which helped to enhance my testing and review of this camera. Let me start off with this statement. This camera is a game changer for the vlogger. First off, having a camera primarily focused on video and including the ability for interchangeable lenses bridges the gap between an all in one vlog camera, and a prosumer production camera. This camera when using it to vlog has a nicely sized display which has a very crisp clarity to see yourself as a confidence monitor. The ability to add a wireless handheld remote/tripod/monopod which controls zoom, record, and a few other things is ideal for those who love using the electronic zoom kit lens. Even with a prime or manual zoom lens I found myself still using the monopod. Let’s talk stabilization. The cameras ability to remove handheld shakes and the vibration from walking is impressive. I didn’t find much artifacting when using the kit lens or wide angle lenses. However once you attach let’s say a 70-300mm that’s where you’ll start to see it struggle at full zoom. However, if you’re using a zoom lens at that length handheld, you really should be using a tripod unless capturing stills. When using a telephoto zoom lens and a fast panning of left to right I expected to see slight tearing with this grade of camera, however, impressively there was none and the camera kept up with the demanding shot style. Using the product showcase mode and getting that easy bokeh effect and quick focus was such a hit. No matter what I did, or the size of the object the camera kept up with me. The battery life was as advertised and not far off expectancies based upon heat and environment. Audio wise I expected tinny and lots of mids and highs, I was wrong. This on board camera actually was able to capture lower frequencies than I expected and the wind cancellation was also very nice. I tested lots of shots at my nearby airport on a windy day and the camera was able to decipher the difference between wind, and a turbine engine prop spinning. The stereo pickup was quite accurate as well. The ability to use as a USB camera for streaming was awesome too! The simple way to wrap up this review: If you’re looking for a good started vlog camera with high quality video, fast frame rates, high resolution, nice audio, and the ability to upgrade, look no further.
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starRating: 5
title: Game changer for vloggers, high quality video
detailedReviews 223: content: So, to start with, I have some background in photography and videography, but vlogging is something I’m relatively new to. Like most people, I started out using my phone, and quickly found myself wanting to do things that it just couldn’t handle very well.
Enter the Sony ZV-E10.
I’ve been playing around with this camera for about a week and have been blown away by the quality of its vlogging features. To start with, Intelligent Auto does exactly what it says. It automatically (and quickly) detects the type of scene that you’re trying to shoot, from landscapes to portraits to macro. It swiftly adjusts to changes in lighting conditions, and the autofocus is among the best I’ve seen. The Product Showcase feature is amazing. I recorded a video of myself making modifications to a circuit board and when bringing something up to the camera, it immediately focuses on it with no extra fuss or needed adjustments. This feature does have some trouble if it can still see your face and tends to stay focused on you if it can see you.
Audio quality is surprisingly high. You can easily use the built-in mic if you want to avoid additional equipment, and get very passable results, though a goo external mic through the 3.5mm jack will still outperform it. The included wind shield does a great job.
As a stills camera, it takes phenomenal shots, even in very low light situations, with grain free results with the included lens. You can leave it on automatic or dial in the settings yourself, just like any other high-quality model. I was personally just planning to use this for vlogging, but I can see it replacing my old Pentax DSLR once I pick up another couple of e-mount lenses.
The included 16-50mm lens has a very smooth rate of transition, and the image stabilization is great, drastically reducing motion blur. It collapses to just under 30mm when retracted, which makes it a super portable and a great choice for pairing with the body. Get the kit that includes it if you don’t already have comparable e-mount lenses. I also tested Sony’s E35mm F1.8 lens, which is just an amazing all-around stills lens with professional results. Photography will always be a part of vlogging. Sometimes you need great product or location stills, and the ability to switch lenses or add filters on the fly makes this invaluable over all-in-one options, in my opinion.
PC connectivity is a no-brainer. Just plug it in via the included USB-C cable and copy your photos. It has a USB Streaming function if you want to use it as a webcam, but it does seem to still encounter some battery drain, so don’t expect it to be always-on in that scenario.
There are PC apps available, but I didn’t really see any benefit to using them. The mobile apps, however, offer a great way to wirelessly import your photos/videos to your Apple or Android phone.
The battery takes several hours to charge, even with a high wattage charger. Consider picking up spares if you have long shooting sessions. Also, if you're the walk-n-talk type of vlogger, definitely pick up the shooting grip. The ZV-E10 isn't uncomfortable to hold by any means, but the grip feels more natural and the controls are more easily accessible.
Ultimately, while the camera does have an array of fantastic features, the biggest one is that it just works. All of the automatic adjustments do what they’re supposed to do, and it streamlines the entire experience. You can pick it up and just run with it, which saves a ton of time dialing in settings. You can still do that if you’re looking to get the perfect shot, but when you’re on the go and just need your equipment to work, the ZV-E10 is ready for whatever you’ve got to throw at it, and that’s possibly it’s most valuable feature.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic features, just works seamlessly
detailedReviews 224: content: I sourced this camera to record some training videos for work having been previously impressed with Sony cameras. I love the quality feel of the camera and it has a nice weight balance. The interchangeable lenses are great for a range of specific uses, but I'll probably stick with the lens that came with it or a wide angle for the training videos.
There are a huge range of settings that you can configure on the camera, like my old SLRs, but in most cases I'm happy to use the automatic settings that allow me to point and record. The photos are great quality, but for lower light conditions the tripod option is a good additional asset. I did some test shots with the camera at a local river and mill in the peak district and got nice shots with good colour and contrast in standard auto mode. I then tried the manual aperture and speed settings to get some great shots of the flowing water to see how that function worked.
The video recording or live streaming is the primary aim of the camera and it doesn’t disappoint, the great feature of the product showcase allows you to hold something to the camera and it rapidly focus on that and blurs the background. This has worked flawlessly and makes me want to use it more in the technical videos.
Sound quality with the in-built microphone array is very good and it worked especially well outside with the dead mouse wind deflector. I went for a walk in the park to test out the stabilisation feature whilst doing a small piece to camera and it performed extremely well.
I'm aiming to use it for live streaming in the next meeting when we're in the office to get a better view of the team rather than the inbuilt laptop camera and microphone and expect it will be perfect for that too.
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starRating: 5
title: Great for training videos, easy to use
detailedReviews 225: content: i bought the Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 Kit Mirrorless Vlog Camera with 16-50mm Lens - Black and i am loving it so much. it’s fully functioning and is actually in really good quality, especially considering it’s an older camera. incredible!! everything is functioning perfectly, i’ve had no problems and i’ve been experimenting with the camera for a while now, so if there were problems i’d have stumbled upon them by now. it also shipped super fast and came in the cutest packaging with helpful cards offering warranty and saying to be gentle with the camera bc it’s old!! it even came with a discount code for some of their accessories. i’d seriously recommend buying from here, the camera is definitely fairly priced and totally worth it. thank you so much cute camera!
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starRating: 5
title: Loving it so much, fully functioning
detailedReviews 226: content: I've been really impressed with how easy it is to use this Sony ZV-E10 for content recording. The camera is also relatively small and lightweight which has made it extremely practical for on the go content. While I've mainly used the camera to record in various lighting conditions and locations, pictures are also absolutely stunning! I'm by no means a professional photographer (but want better quality footage than what a smartphone can produce) so I really appreciate a lot of the features that Sony packed into this camera in order to automatically optimize my recorded content and pictures without having to make a lot of complicated adjustments. I also love the idea of having interchangeable lens on a compact vlog camera. As I get more serious about sharing my hobbies on content media platforms, I really appreciate that I have a wide option of image capture capabilities while at the same time getting professional grade image quality without having to go for a much more serious camera. I've listed some of the pros and cons below that I encountered while using this camera indoors and outdoors in various lighting conditions.
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PROS:
+1080p 120fps or 4k 30fps recording
+Interchangeable lens
+Decent three capsule onboard microphone (included wind muff seems to actually help with mitigating wind noise)
+Incredibly fast auto focus! I cannot stress how good it is
+Dedicated button for background defocus (quickly blurs background to focus on subject)
+Dedicated button for product showcase (extremely convenient if youre recording yourself showcasing a product. It will automatically shift the focus from your face to the object you're showcasing)
+Fully articulated flip out screen for when youre vlogging
+Big red border on the screen AND a tally light to immediately let me know when I'm recording
+Jack for external microphone
+USB-C + USB streaming mode makes this a great livestream cam and a much better option than traditional streaming webcams
+Micro HDMI output to connect to a TV or external display
+Headphone jack to monitor audio
+Intelligent Auto (scene recognition) did a great job of brightening up my face when going from brighter lighting conditions to lower lighting conditions
+Ability to quickly transfer videos and pictures from the camera to my phone or tablet with Sony's Imaging Edge Mobile App
+The help guide on Sony's site for this camera is extremely useful and simple
+Easy to navigate on screen menu
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CONS:
-No electronic viewfinder
-No weather sealing
- Respectable battery life but a little on the shorter side (I got a little over 2 hours when recording...although this isn't a problem indoors if you keep it plugged in and charging with a USB-C cable or if you carry a battery bank with you on the go)
-Active stabilization ON results in a significant crop (I found a good solution for this was to record my videos with stabilization off and then render my videos through Sony's free catalyst browse software to stabilize my videos there instead. This resulted in the smooth footage I wanted without the crop!)
- No 4k 60 recording
Overall, I think this camera is perfectly suited for social media content creators, product unboxing/review videos, tutorial videos, streamers, and on the go vloggers who want serious image quality but don't have an extensive background with photography equipment and settings. I also think the Sony vlogger accessory kit for this camera is a must and I can't recommend it enough. Incredibly convenient wireless grip with quick access buttons for on the go and also converts to a small stable tripod. If you're someone looking for a new camera that records great videos and takes some good stills but don't want to break the bank, definitely give this one a shot!
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starRating: 5
title: Perfectly suited for social media creators
detailedReviews 227: content: I wasnt aware that this product camera doesnt come with lens. This is my first camera ever. I do not have experience with cameras and i only purchased this camera after a proffessional cameraman recomendation of it.
I advice that the product page should be made to be understandable by unproffessionals as well. I mean a proffessional camera person would probably understand that this particular product
Doesnt come with a lense after they buy it.
Ive broken the seals and tags of this product and i have to pay more if i try to return or exchange it.
Execpt from this problem, this products seems clean and good. No further complaint.
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starRating: 3
title: Product seems clean and good
detailedReviews 228: content: Firstly, I have had a Sony camera before, and I like that I'm familiar with the interface and technology of this camera. Even with the new and improved technology, the operation is ideally suited to Vlogging, ie background defocus, clear voice recording, regardless of the weather, which is certainly helped by the supplied wind muffler.
A big plus is the multi angle screen, for when you're recording in different scenarios, or just snapping a picture. The camera weight is a little above what it could be, making it heavy to hold for long periods, but I found even with the odd shake while holding it, the video remained stable and clear, which I assume is helped with the OSS on the lens.
With the lens in mind, the Sony SELP1650 E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens that i got with the camera was certainly more advance than my last, but I was impressed generally in its size and operation, with a zoom function, that was smooth and quiet and was not picked up on the videos taken.
Using it for a Vlog I was doing, it was clear how advanced this camera was with track with a touch, and no matter what the brightness, all the faces seemed to have a natural look to them, even in an evening sitting at a restaurant, with family.
I even tried using it with a lead as a live streaming camera with a tripod, and was amazed at the quality of the picture and the sound whilst speaking to family.
This is a professional camera for a first time Vlogger, it is generally easy to use and has fool proof functions that make even an amateur sit down video or vlog, look well put together. The lens is a big plus to this, but as a whole it really is a good combination, just a shame a little heavy if holding it for a while, however I am aware there are products that could make this easier to use for longer use, ie tripods and mono pods.
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starRating: 4
title: Professional camera for a first time Vlogger
detailedReviews 229: content: Product Quality:good quality 10/10
Best Feature:color of the photo/video
Performance:good
Really good for beginners. I just wish there was a charger for battery. I didn’t try connecting to laptop yet, ill try soon. Bluetooth is functioning well. I tried it on my iPhone and it works really fast. You just need to download an app for transferring photos.
I like the brightness of the photo even dark it captures clearly.
I didn’t review the video yet. But I hope it works well too.
Thank you for the trust shopee! and This is the highest amount I ordered online. I was afraid first thinking I wouldn’t get the real parcel. I depend on the reviews of other cx. This is legit shop!
The other down side is, It didn’t smell brand new, but I like the fact that there are NO dents or scratches on the camera.
Thank you rider for keeping the parcel safe though the packaging is light.
Overall, I like the camera so much! I am happy with my purchase.
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starRating: 5
title: Good for beginners, captures clearly
detailedReviews 230: content: This camera falls short on so many levels. Lets start with the big things, first it overheats! If you're filming an event or a concert expect this camera to overheat and turn off within an hour of filming, and I don't mean continuous filming, even filming in bursts it will still overheat. Second, you can't take pictures while in video mode, which is frustrating because sometimes you want to snap a few still frames but cannot without changing the camera settings. Third, the APS-C sensor really crops in deep, losing a lot of your field of view. Fourth, the camera times out when setting up a frame and resets your lens, this is so annoying when you're framing a scene and have to reset your lens every time. Lastly, it's the little things like the lack of an indicator light when charging the camera, there is just a tiny yellow light hidden by the cable, I do not understand why they didn't use the red light indicator on the face of the camera, or the fact that the battery gate doesn't lock on it own, and you have to manually lock the battery gate every time. And finally the menu is the least intuitive of any camera brand I've ever used. This is not a prosumer level camera, it's beginner at best.
As for the pros, the camera does delivery high quality video. The Autofocus is good when you have a person in frame, but struggles to find focus otherwise. The E-Mount gives you a lot of flexibility with lens options. I rate it 2/10 for the Sony ZV-E10
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starRating: 1
title: Falls short on many levels, beginner at best
detailedReviews 231: content: Performance:Amazing
Image Quality:Amazing
Finally got my dream camera that i’ve been eyeing for about a year. This camera is amazing for beginners like me. Sony advertised it as a vlog camera but honestly i wouldn’t really trust it as a vlog camera due to the rolling shutter as you guys know for now (if you watch a lot of reviews on youtube). The rolling shutter only happens if you move the camera a lot during video. Picture quality is super nice and for starters, the kit lens is perfect to practice with. I bought this camera for around RM2980 (using vouchers and some coins)
The pictures i attached are before editing and after editing just for your reference. Thanks for reading!
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing for beginners, super nice picture quality
detailedReviews 232: content: The user interface and button layout are frustratingly unintuitive and cumbersome. Navigating the camera's settings and functions is a constant struggle, significantly detracting from the overall user experience. The poorly designed controls make what should be simple adjustments unnecessarily complicated and time-consuming. For a camera in this price range, the subpar ergonomics and confusing menu system are major disappointments that severely impact its usability.
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starRating: 1
title: Frustratingly unintuitive user interface
detailedReviews 233: content: I don't get the huge number of positive reviews on this except to note that they are massively "tech insider" program reviews. This is a very average camera. It has an old sensor used for a long time on Sony cameras. It has a very old and low quality screen. It has an old battery that isn't very well suited for a video oriented camera - it would be well suited for a photo-focused camera. It has an old menu system that doesn't even support touchscreen use. The only touchscreen functionality I could get working was touch to focus. Anywhere else it doesn't work. The onboard stabilization is weak in that it adds a massive crop to smooth out video. Meanwhile cheaper action cameras can get better stabilization from <10% crop. I'm guessing because the processor is too weak (probably also old tech).
I am coming from a Samsung NX500 camera from 2016 and that thing had a better resolution OLED screen and proper touchscreen operation. It also had a 28mp sensor that was also fast with great colors. If that NX500 didn't break I would return this in a second because this is 2x the price. I just find it hard to believe people are OK with this price and performance in 2022. The market is so stagnant that this is acceptable?
In 2022 we should have GPS on board without installing an app on my phone and doing a clunky connection every time I want to geo tag photos. We should have a working touchscreen. We should have an OLED if there is no view-finder.
So with the cons out of the way.. I will say the camera is fast and auto focus is great. The lens selection is OK, I ended up buying the Sony 10-18mm because of the huge crop on image stabilization, but the aperture on that lens at F4 is not great for video. I mostly use the Sigma 16mm and Sony 50mm and 36mm lenses.
One feature I love about this camera is the gyro data. Using Sony's catalyst browse software you get a really smooth video with very little crop - unlike the onboard stabilization. I found the on-board mic to be useless but thankfully Sony makes a very expensive hotshoe mic that is cable free and sounds amazing. The ECM-B1M is a must have if you buy this.
In summary, I've gotten some great family videos out of it thanks to the Sony 50mm and Sigma 16mm lens and the Sony microphone. I also use the Ronin SC-1 gimbal which handles the weight perfectly even with a cell phone mounted on top. I would still recommend this camera, because alternatives are similar in being dated and stagnant. If Samsung was in the game still I think we would be in an entirely different landscape on this size camera because in 6 years they for sure would have added the gyro stabilization and a mic input and that alone would make it better than this for the sensor and OLED.
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title: Fast autofocus, great gyro data
detailedReviews 234: content: Great Versatile Beginner Camera. The kit lens can take you a long way. This camera's autofocus works great and has eye detection for humans and animals. 4k video and pictures. Can shoot Jpeg %26 Raw at the same time, or separately. It has OSS, so the stabilization works great. Highly recommend. Max capacity for card is 128gb.
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starRating: 5
title: Great versatile beginner camera, autofocus works great
detailedReviews 235: content: The ZV-E10 is Sony’s latest entry to their Alpha camera line, intended for content creators. It’s clear this camera is designed mainly for video content and is focused on anyone who is looking to break into the vlogging craze and it really does excel in this arena, both from the feature set and price point. And it takes great still pictures as well.
This kit comes with the ZV-E10 body and a Sony 16-50mm lens. This camera uses Sony E-mount interchangeable lenses so you have the ability to use a large selection of lenses to suit your shooting needs.
The ZV-E10 is light and compact. Holding the camera, while small, feels stable in my big hands, although I prefer to use the camera on a grip like the Sony GP-VPT2BT Bluetooth Wireless Shooting Grip which also gives you a little extra distance if you are shooting selfies.
There isn't a viewfinder on the ZV-E10 - this is accomplished with the LCD touch screen which swings out from the rear of the camera and can be rotated to the front or rear of the camera. While the display does have touch, it's limited to selecting focus points only. On the subject of focus, this camera has the fastest autofocus I’ve seen.
Another thing that isn't on the ZV-E10 is a flash. However, you can add one via the multi-interface shoe.
My favorite feature of the ZV-E10 is the Bokeh (background blur) button. While the same effect can be had by using settings for those familiar, the button allows you to not have to mess with any manual settings, just press the button and you instantly get a bokeh effect that looks great. Another great vlogger feature is the Product Showcase feature. Just press the button and the camera will automatically change focus from your face to anything that you hold in front like a product or part that you are explaining. No more using a hand to guide the focus. Finally, slow-motion, just push the button to get decent slow-motion shots - it doesn't get any easier.
The ZV-E10 does offer two image stabilization options, Standard if your lens supports Sony’s Optical Steady Shot (OSS) and Active which adds a severe crop to your content. The camera also records all the gyro info in it's files so you can also use Sony’s Catalyst Browse software which adds another step in your workflow but does a better job and allows you to shoot with no stabilization to get a larger image.
4K video is very good aside from the rolling shutter when there is fast movement of the subject/content. Colors were accurate and did not require correction in post productiopn. Low light videos were just ok with the kit lens.
Audio is captured with a 3-capsule microphone on top of the camera and it does a great job. There is a wind cover which works great as well. The ZV-E10 also has a microphone jack and headphone jack to monitor audio. You can also use the multi-interface shoe to connect to several Sony microphones.
The ZV-E10 can be used as a webcam simply by connecting the USB-C and turning on streaming in the menu.
Battery Life was as rated, I got about 90 minutes of shooting per charge.
The menu does not allow touch control, you have to use the dials but after using it a few times and learning the layout of the pages it was easy to navigate. The menu is cluttered and a bit confusing however, it does provide plenty of personalization via the “my menu” setting.
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I really like Sony’s ZV-E10. Shooting video on automatic right out of the box was easy to do and the results were pleasing. The camera isn't perfect or groundbreaking but it does what it's supposed to do for the price. Yes, I would recommend the Sony ZV-E10 to a friend.
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title: Designed for vloggers, excels in its arena
detailedReviews 236: content: Best Feature:lightweight, compact, image quality
Performance:easy to use, good natural color grading
Product Quality:sleek design, quality photos
legit store. after reading/watching multiple reviews, i decided to go for zv-e10 and so far, it doesn’t disappoint. it’s cheaper than the latest models from sony’s alpha series but the quality can compete. highly recommended (white cam is so sexy 💯)
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title: Lightweight, compact, excellent image quality
detailedReviews 237: content: The Sony Alpha ZV-E10 is a great camera choice for vloggers. I have been using my smartphone for recording my YouTube videos until I got this camera. The phone did an okay job, but was missing a lot of features to really make vlogging easier and look and sound better.
I’ve been trying out the ZV-E10 and as I’m learning how to use it, I’m really liking it. My favorite vlogging feature is the product showcase setting. With the setting turned on, the camera quickly and seamlessly changes focus from me to the product I’m holding up in the frame. As soon as I move the product out of frame, the focus is right back on me. This is so helpful when I’m showing my viewers something. It keeps what I want in focus and the transition is practically instantaneous.
Although I wish there was a viewfinder on this camera, the digital screen is sized as well as can be while keeping the camera small enough to carry around without too much fatigue. The screen can be flipped to virtually any position for easy viewing. It is a little hard to see clearly while outside in direct sunlight however.
The camera has an extensive menu so that you can leave things on automatic or manual or somewhere in between. It really gives you a lot of options to work with. You can also blur out the background for great portraits with just the push of a button.
The camera comes with a 16-50mm power zoom lens. You also have the capability to switch out that lens with any Sony E-mount lens, and there are loads of accessories you can use on the hot shoe mount. The microphone is flush with the top of the camera to reduce wind noise. You can also use the provided furry wind blocker to cut down on wind noise even more. It slides into the shoe mount and puts a furry little blanket over the microphone. The sound quality is good enough for me, but if it wasn’t, I could just put the external microphone of my choice on top. There are 3.5mm jacks on the side of the camera for microphone and headphones. There is also a USB-C jack and mini HDMI jack.
I have my camera attached to the (sold separately) Sony GP-VPT2BT Bluetooth Shooting Grip with Wireless Remote Commander. This makes recording videos even easier because I can access the record button from the front of the camera instead of having to go behind the camera and get resituated after starting to record. It’s easy to tell when you’re recording too, because a red rectangle appears around the border of the screen during recording. I can also use my smartphone with the Sony Imaging Edge Mobile app to remotely control my camera. I’m so happy to not have to un-mic/re-mic and go back and forth between being in front of the camera and behind the camera!
Images and video are recorded onto an SD card. I can transfer images to my computer by removing the card or via Wi-fi. Wi-fi takes a long time to transfer videos, but it's there in a pinch. The camera comes with the Sony NP-FW50 rechargeable battery, which so far has lasted long enough to not run out during recording.
I am in love with this camera and can't wait to use it more and more!
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starRating: 5
title: Love this camera, can't wait to use more
detailedReviews 238: content: Wow, what a great little camera, I was considering buying an A7iii or another A7iv as a backup/2nd camera to use with my A7iv, but this fits the budget better and the quality is just as good. Sure, it doesn't have ALL the bells and whistles of the A7 series but for 99% of what I shoot it's going to do the job. Solid build and great design, and all my A7 e-series lenses work with the camera too! Huge cost savings. I had my doubts about the 16-50 lens that came with the body, but it's compact size that goes well with the ZV make this a much more go-to camera for day-to-day running around and wanting to have a great camera along just in case.
If there is a downside to the camera, it's a relatively small one, it has no viewer/eyepiece, so you must always use the screen to see what you're taking pictures of, here in Florida that can be a problem with the bright sunlight. Again, this is my 2nd/backup camera, and it was purchased more for its video capabilities that photo work and will be used mainly indoors so this is a minor issue.
It seems like a lot of money for a compact camera, especially when you consider the quality of camera for most cell phones, but you get what you pay for. GREAT camera
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starRating: 5
title: Great little camera, good quality
detailedReviews 239: content: I chose the Sony ZV-E10 over the Nikon Z30 and Fujifilm X-S10 for four main reasons:
1. Better autofocus than the competition.
2. Lighter rig due to better/lighter lens selections (Sony 11mm F/1.8).
3. Sony community. There is more information to help with getting the most out of Sony cameras than the competition.
4. Less expensive than the Fujifilm X-S10.
5. Usage of Gyroscopic data for post production stabilization (Catalyst Browse).
Main Cons compared to competition:
1. Lacks IBIS that is included with the Fujifilm X-S10.
2. Nikon Z30 and Fujifilm have better kit lenses.
3. Heavier crops for active stabilization and 4k 30fps.
A note about stabilization that I noticed that I did not find in my research: BOTH digital stabilization and post-processing stabilization work better with shutter speeds over 1/200. IBIS and Lens stabilization ONLY don't do much for video. High shutter speeds are usually only mentioned as a CON of using post-production programs like Catalyst Browse (which is the only thing I'm aware of that comes close to replacing a gimbal. Yes, you sacrifice motion blur effects.
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starRating: 4
title: Better autofocus than competition, lighter rig
detailedReviews 240: content: So who is this camera FOR?
PROS:
- Sony E-mount
- APS-C sensor (crop sensor)
- fully rotating screen for “selfie” holding
- Rec tally light and boarder (optional settings) to make sure you’re recording
- powered zoom lens that works with sony vlog kit remote
- easy switch to S&Q mode (Slow mo or time lapse) only 120fps slow motion though
- Image stabilization (digital)
- Face and eye auto detect focus and continuous focus
- USB C charging AND webcam/stream option plug and play
- On board mic is actually usable (especially with the supplied wind screen) . It's not gonna be great but you can use it in a pinch. More on this below
- Headphone out jack!! THANK YOU SONY!
CONS:
- Face softening, one touch background blur, and creative style. These are not BAD, they’re just usually not practical to use. Basically bloat
- battery is a bit smaller, which means you need some spares for long days or a charger.
- no EVF (view finder)
BACKGROUND:
Let me start by saying this is my 3rd Sony E-mount camera and officially gives me a “pro level big boy” a “smaller size high end shooter” and a “small travel size day to day shooter” that I can still trust to get good images and video with and all three use the same lenses and menus and accessories. If ever there was a good example of why you should stay in one ecosystem it’s sony E-mount. It allows you to grow and change without losing gear you already purchased.
For ME this meant getting the ZV-E10 over the ZV1. The ability to use my lenses I already had was a big push but I still needed a smaller vlog style camera for out and about days when I didn’t want to carry over 3,000 dollars of heavy equipment for a basic walk n talk. If you don’t have or plan to have more sony camera gear or lenses you may want to get the similar ZV-1 that does not have removable lenses.
UNBOXING AND FIRST IMPRESSION:
So as I said, I’m not exactly new to Sony cameras and therefore, for me, it was pretty much business as usual when I opened that familiar orange box. I have the kit lens model so inside was the body and the 16-50mm powered zoom lens. Also inside is a strap, USB C charging cable and the usual paperwork. I charged the battery up and once it was full I started going over the menu and changing all the things I like to change and set in my Sony menu. Once I customized to my liking I started test shooting and thinking what uses I can get out of this body.
SO WHO’S IT FOR?!!
I feel like the biggest question around this camera has been who is this for. It’s branded as a VLOG camera, and that’s cool, but really that’s just a word we throw around now because it gets the attention of youtubers and vlogers and the likes. But what it means is this is a simplified version of a really really good camera brand at a price that is reasonable for the basic, intro user. This is geared towards people who don’t really know how to shoot manual or use pro gear but they want better quality than an iphone video. That doesn’t mean people who DO know what they’re doing should pass on this. Like me, this is a great camera for pro use too and it’s basically the same guts as their high end lines. What it DOES do is give room for those newbies to grow and still be a useful camera as they learn and try to get off that auto setting.
If you are trying to up your VLOG game or you want to get better at shooting photos and videos or both, this is definitely the camera for you. If you see yourself growing and you’re ok buying more lenses and accessories for your camera, this is definitely the camera for you. If you think you’ll never buy another lens and you plan to use your camera once every couple months, maybe get the zv1 or a small point and shoot. The benefit to the ZVE10 more than anything is the e-mount. This will open your world to higher quality and an amazing range of good sony glass to get just the right image. In my opinion, that is worth the upgrade vs the V1.
TECHNICAL GOODIES:
So if you got this far, you’ve probably decided this may be the camera for you. So what can it do? A lot. Let’s start with the VLOG aspects since that is Sony’s target audience. Can you take this thing, out of the box, and start vlogging down the street? Absolutely. It won’t magically be awesome quality, but it will automatically already be better than stuff you see from phones, or low quality gear.
The on board microphone on this camera is actually really good. Like impressively good for an onboard camera. Usually I would say NEVER use the mic on a camera body for so many reasons, and the ZV-E10 isn’t completely different, but it actually can be used in a pinch and with a touch of work in post, you can have a good audio quality. At least for a youtube video. In reality, for me, I will use the onboard as a backup in case the main mic drops out, bad sound, etc. But if I was making a quick video for home use, I 100% would be ok with the on board mic, something I can’t say about any of my other Sony bodies. Throw the dead cat (wind filter) on and you don’t have to worry about wind noise either. I was hoping to shoot some video examples but I have run out of time but I’m sure there are examples on the internet somewhere to show you how the mic works. Here’s the best part though, as you grow and want to use a better mic you still can. With a mic input AND headphone out, you can use any other mic including a sony shotgun mount on the hot shoe or other accessories they offer and still be able to monitor in real time with the headphone jack. This really is an ALL IN ONE VLOG camera set up.
Image quality has been just as good as audio quality. For video, there is rolling shutter, this has been beaten to the ground, but here’s the thing; if you’re shooting video moving so fast that you see the rolling shutter, then you’re shooting the wrong way. Slow your movements, compose your shots, and use a lower shutter speed and you won’t have the dreaded rolling shutter issues you may have seen complained about.
Photos come out sharp and clean and the crop sensor really shows it’s skills over the older ZV1 which had a smaller sensor. The APSC sensor in the ZVE10 is the same as the 6000 series, one of sony's most respected line of camera bodies, and when I put on some higher end lenses, I was able to get just as good shots with this smaller camera as I can with my 6600. A Sony 50mm f1.8 performs amazing in controlled situations and I shot portraits that I would still be willing to show to clients. That’s saying something for a budget friendly VLOG camera!!
VLOG style shooting was just as easy to use, and the screen flipping around to “selfie” mode was very useful. I have the Sony remote I THINK they now call “VLOGER KIT” but it’s a bluetooth remote and small tripod with some button controls. This includes zoom control that works with the kit lens’ power zoom and the record button for video or photo, all at your fingertips. There is even a custom button. If you’re serious about your VLOG work and you need a good handle but can’t afford an expensive gimbal yet, you should look into the sony remote, it’s really useful and Best Buy also sells it. One last thought on my VLOG test, the REC tally light was useful but I eventually decided to turn off the red border on the display because it felt like too much and was a little distracting. Also if you crank the stabilization settings, you will crop in a considerable amount. So you may want to consider using medium or none and fix any shake later in post production where you have more control over crop and the likes. Also the stabilization is digital, so essentially it is just doing what your post processing software is doing anyway but with less control in camera.
OVERALL:
I really like what Sony is doing with this Z-V series and I don’t think this is so much an update to the ZV1 as much as a second option in the same class. They are both great cameras with different features based on your needs. If you found yourself agreeing with me through this excessively long review, then you probably want to get the ZV-E10 but if you think that sounds like too much, go for the V1, sure. But remember they are about the same cost, if you see yourself growing in this field and want to really get involved in cameras and shooting, then get the E10. You’ll have an amazing starter camera that will grow with you for years and years. Or if you’re a pro level shooter and looking for something small and cheap that you can bring around but still want your pro options, this is also great and will work with all that glass and accessories you already spent money on!
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starRating: 5
title: Great starter camera for content creators
detailedReviews 241: content: The camera is neat and simple. I purchased this camera because I want to catch special moments and memories. Also, I wanted to practice photography. JPEG photos aren’t perfect but still great. The he RAW pics are amazing to edit. I’m looking forward to learning more about photography.
I also take videos, and the image quality is great and I love how it can keep a steady image.
It’s just a fun camera to use. I’d recommend it to anyone who just wants to capture the special moments.
Only critique is that the WIFI photo transfer to the phone is slow and glitchy.
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starRating: 5
title: Fun camera to use, recommend for capturing moments
detailedReviews 242: content: This is a very difficult review to write. Not because the Sony Alpha ZV-E10 Mirrorless Vlog Camera with 16-50mm Lens is a poor camera, (it most certainly is NOT a poor camera), but because I am having difficulty in determining from which angle I want to approach this review…from that of a vlogger, (which is why I got it), or from the view of a photographer, (which was the secondary reason I jumped at the opportunity to get this camera). Since I was looking for a vlog camera, I will write the review from that perspective. But since vlogging does indeed involve photography (and I am not a professional photographer in any sense of the word), there will be times the worlds of vlogging and photography intersect in this review.
Out of the box, the ZV-E10 comes with the “E PZ” 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS zoom lens, which is a Sony e-mount lens, AC adapter, rechargeable battery, shoulder strap, and a windscreen. The ZV-E10 is an interchangeable lens camera. I have to point out that I also got the Sony Vlogger Kit and the Sony SEL50F18 E50mm, F1.8 OSS lens.
To be quite frank, like most vloggers I was comfortable with using my smart phone as the primary means to film vlog videos. After all, a selfie-stick and it’s show time. But I soon came to realize how extremely limited my options were with that type of setup. So when I began to explore the ZV-E10, I was a bit intimidated. This is not a one-setting-does-it-all camera. But Sony put together an absolutely amazing online PDF user’s manual which made the learning curve quite minimal. In fact, it is to their credit that they were quite intuitive to the many questions users might have, and subsequently supplied quite an easy-to-search, easy-to-understand format. They deserve 10 stars for this alone.
I spent the first evening just going through the menu options, and test shooting a few photos to get a feel of the camera. The first thing I noticed was how easy it is to switch from still photos to video mode… just a push of a button. There are over 30 different menu screens with tons of options to choose from on each menu item. But again, anticipating that many beginners would purchase this camera, there is what they call “Intelligent Auto” shooting mode which does all the work for you. In my experimentation with the ZV-E10, I found this mode was able to handle 90% of all my shooting needs. With a quick read of the appropriate section in the aforementioned user’s manual, it was quite straightforward to get through the other 10%.
Now this leads me to this point. Because the ZV-E10 is not a simple cell phone vlogging tool, it would have been foolish to get it for a simple point-and-shoot vlogging camera with the intention of doing all the work later using a computer software program. This is a sophisticated camera, and it is well worth ALL the effort to learn the different controls and settings to take care of all the “hard work” upfront.
Even though I spent the first evening exploring the camera, I felt compelled to go outside and take a few night shots. I had heard that the ZV-E10 is a very good low-light camera, and I wanted to see what it can do. I live in a rural setting with very little light pollution, and I have been amazed at the number of stars I have been able to see with the naked eye. But nothing prepared me for what I was about to experience with the ZV-E10! As you can see by the photos, well, they tell all the story that needs to be told! I was dumbfounded and amazed by this camera’s ability. And this is a good spot to point out that the Sony ZV-E10 is a 4K camera, which makes for extraordinary results!
The next day I decided to try it out in the brightness of a sunny day. Using several of the camera settings, I was again amazed at the clarity and brilliance of the ZV-E10’s performance.
But for the important part (to me)…the vlogging aspect. As I stated earlier, I also got the Sony Vlogging Kit as well as the additional lens…both of which I put to use. The vlogging kit comes with a wireless remote shooting grip (as well as a 64GB memory card). This was quite handy since the ZV-E10 itself does not come with any memory card at all. The shooting grip has five function controls: 1. Photo mode 2. Movie mode 3. Background Defocus mode 4. Zoom mode, and 5. Lock mode. The lock mode is a lifesaver as it keeps you from inadvertently messing up a shot by switching settings…that is, once you have the remote set, you lock the settings, and you’re ready to shoot. IMPORTANT: The shooting grip connects to the camera via Bluetooth. In order to set it up, you have to go through a pairing process. I was unable to get the two to connect, and was really super disappointed that Sony would produce such a poorly designed device. BUT THEN…after CAREFULLY rereading the instructions, I discovered you must first go to the second screen of the “Network” menu and make sure the “Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl” is set to “On.” Worked like a charm after that!
As I walked around downtown, doing test vlogs, I intentionally put myself in various situations. From crowded stores and restaurants to the quietness of a bookstore. I was a bit concerned about the background noise that might be heard when I was recording in the crowded situations, and was looking forward to reviewing these when I got home. I also experimented with several different lighting scenarios from full outside sun to low-light interior settings. I made full use of the shooting grip during these practice situations. Here is what I discovered.
In every single scene, the video was extraordinary. This is indeed a truly versatile low-light camera. Without making any adjustments (using Intelligent Auto mode), I was able to make sudden changes in different lighting conditions with very few adverse affects on the video quality. There was a bit of noticeable transition as I went from bright outside to low-light interior and vice-versa, but it would be the same for any camera under similar conditions, so this is most certainly not a negative. One of the neatest things (IMHO) is what they call “Product Showcase Setting.” This lets you hold up a product you are showcasing and it automatically focuses on the product while defocusing the background. This lets you NOT worry about stopping and having to focus on the product and then refocus on yourself. It worked in every single instance.
The audio (using only the onboard microphone) was at times difficult to make out, but this was only in those situations where there was a tremendous amount of background noise and chatter. I was still able to hear my own voice, but not as clearly as I could under low-noise locations. The supplied wind filter worked quite well and eliminated almost all wind noise. However, I was surprised that any time I used the “Zoom” function while recording video, it was distractingly noticeable, and interfered with the main audio. It made the lens sound clunky.
I was able to connect the audio to my podcast recorder and craft some crazy great sound effects as well as amazing overall sound quality.
The next “test” came with the SEL50F18 E50mm, F1.8 OSS lens. I was able to quickly and effortlessly change lenses on the ZV-E10. Just a push of the button, a little twist, and off comes the lens. Then line up the dots (white dot on the lens to the white dot on the camera body), snap into place, a quick twist and it’s ready to go. How truly easy changing lenses on this camera turned out to be! Again, thank you, Sony!
The Final Analysis:
Out of the box, the Sony ZV-E10 is ready to go, UNLESS you don’t have an appropriate memory card, then you will have to buy one. There is no onboard memory storage. When the camera is set to Intelligent Auto mode, you truly are ready to go. I SERIOUSLY recommend the Sony Vlogger Kit to make vlogging a lot easier. Although the camera does have image stabilization, stepping up and down curbs, stairs, and rocky terrain does tax this ability a bit which is greatly amplified when simply holding the camera in your hand, and not using the shooting grip included with the vlogger kit. If you are going to invest in the ZV-E10, then by all means spend a little extra and get the Vlogger Kit.
The Intelligent Auto mode is not the answer for ALL shooting conditions, so you absolutely must become familiar with at least the basic focusing functions of the camera, such as ISO settings, f-stops, etc. There is a small learning curve to understanding how these settings affect shots, but as I said earlier, the results are well-worth the effort. I emphasize this as there were a few instances when the Intelligent Auto actually interfered with a good shot, especially in nighttime shooting. But I was able to overcome this by being able to make manual adjustments to the camera settings.
PROS:
4K
Bluetooth enabled
Online Tutorial
Intelligent Auto
Sound clarity
Relatively easy learning curve
Adjustable viewing screen
Interchangeable lenses
Available accessories (like the Vloggers Kit)
All the available online videos and other help resources
Lightweight design
The ability to make changes to the camera setup to handle any and all shooting conditions
Amazing professional-like results
The ability to connect to other devices while shooting.
CONS:
No supplied memory card
Super noisy telephoto adjustment clearly picked up by audio
The Bluetooth setup procedure was a bit vague, creating a lot of frustration
No included software to work with the photos and videos
Would I recommend the Sony ZV-E10? A resounding, absolutely positive YES! Yes! Yes! Yes!
I cannot stress what a remarkable camera the ZV-E10 is. For anyone wanting to take their vlogging talents to the next several levels, this is THE camera to buy.
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starRating: 5
title: Remarkable camera, takes vlogging to next levels
detailedReviews 243: content: I have used this camera for almost 2 years. In the beginning i used the kit lens. But later on i purchased sigma 16mm f1.4 lens from B&H E mount.
I use this camera solely for video as B roll camera. I record in 4K UHD. And i have it turned on for 3 hours at a stretch. Ofcourse, i also bought from B&H the power adapter made by Sony (with dummy battery insert.
If you know how to do the right settings, you will get excellent results. All the settings are manual mode. (including focus).
For the price, its a very good buy and with good video footage.
The best part is you can record unlimited aas long as sd card memory allows and the power is direct through adapter.
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starRating: 5
title: Excellent results with right settings
detailedReviews 244: content: So I've been using the ZV-E10 for a few weeks now and since I also have the Sony A6400, I am relatively familiar with the core functions and user interface as the menu is exactly the same on both cameras.
I'm going to try and break this up neatly into different sections so you can skip to the part you're interested in. Let's get into it!
Usability - The ZV-E10 is extremely easy to use especially if you're just starting out. The camera has 3 main modes and will cycle through these modes at the press of a single button.
On the top of the camera you will see a button with a camera/video/S&Q icon. This is the mode button and will switch from taking photos to videos and also that buttery smooth slow motion setting (slow & quick). I think this is great because by default the camera is set up for automatic in each of these modes so if you're not familiar with manual settings of cameras, Sony has you covered here. Just press, select and shoot!
The ZV-E10 also has way less buttons to worry about with a simplified approach, I really dig it. There is a button for everything you NEED, and you can also customize a bunch of buttons to be shortcuts for your favorite features. So I think less is more here,,,,
Swapping out different lenses is also very easy to do with the press of a button and a twist of the lens, you're off to changing your entire outlook on what you can capture depending on the lens that you install. This is another great feature and is also what separates it from being an all in one point and shoot, which are great cameras but are limited in their capabilities.
Now even though I believe this camera to be great for beginners, it's also a great tool for intermediate to advanced level users.. I personally will be using this for B-Roll and a Second camera angle while shooting my YouTube videos. It's honestly perfect for that.
Quality -
The ZV-E10 comes with Sony's 24MP Mirrorless Crop Sensor that is tried and true. The image quality is crisp and clean and performs very well in low light situations providing you are using the correct lens for low light situations. I also have the Sony 35mm f1.8 lens and if you're looking for a great all around lens that has exceptional low light capabilities as well as a walk around portrait lens to pair with this camera, then I highly recommend you pick up this lens. Its perfect size and capabilities will bring the ZV-E10 to life when it comes to that amazing background blur and excellent low light capability.
The video quality again just like mentioned before with photos is exceptional for a camera this small and light. If you're looking to start a YouTube channel or use it for social media, perhaps just as a second camera for B-Roll, then for the price and what you get, you can't go wrong.
Other things to note is the Auto focus is ROCK solid!! This comes with eye auto focus for both human and pets, in photo and video mode!!!! That's awesome especially because my A6400 does not have these features in Video mode. Another reason why I will be using this for video over my A6400.
Audio - There are 2 parts to this!
1- The onboard microphone and the onboard speakers. Just to be quick the onboard speakers are just good enough for you to hear what was recorded, but not good enough for you to tell the quality of what was recorded. Luckily Sony has you covered with a headphone port on the side of the camera which is an AMAZING feature in a camera of this price. This will allow you to monitor your audio levels while recording as well as playback your videos to hear the audio. This is a game changer! My A6400 doesn't even have this feature!
2- The other part of the audio is the On-Board Mic. On the top of the camera you will see this large perforated square and this is where the microphones are located. Now being that sony is marketing this to a vlogger type customer, they have specifically worked on this part of the camera and I can tell you that compared to my A6400, the audio is actually surprisingly good straight out of the camera. Of course you also have a microphone jack on the side of the camera to plug in an external microphone to get the best sound possible.
Screen -
Now what everyone has been waiting for!! The new fold out screen is a new feature on a camera in this price range, and sooooo many people have been waiting for this! Especially content creators…. I have been using the A6400 and while I love that screen because it flips up and I can properly frame myself, I LOVE< LOVE >LOVE this new flip out/swivel screen. It's just nice and easy to operate and maneuver to get certain shots. I feel like all of the Sony cameras going forward should ( and probably will ) get this new feature. Now the screen itself is very nice and the colors are true to what your eyes see , and I generally had no problem with it until I took the camera outside. Using this camera outside in the sun was very difficult. There is a brightness option to increase the brightness to max brightness, however it was still difficult to see and being that the camera DOES NOT have a viewfinder, taking pictures with this camera is almost impossible in sunny bright situations. So it's obvious sony is aiming this camera at people who make videos over those who primarily take pictures. Just keep that in mind.
Battery Life -
Okay so battery life is pretty good with this camera. I would say on average with what I get with my A6400, maybe just a slight bit better because it's newer and possibly has some optimization done to its processor. I'm just guessing here.
It's hard for me to give a battery life estimate on the camera because I use it a little here and a little there. I haven't used it constantly until the battery depletes, but I would say it's probably going to be good for most people, and if you're a power user you will already know to grab some spares to keep in your bag.
Stabilization -
So while Sony is gearing this camera towards Vloggers, I would say not to count on the in body stabilization, as it is only electronic and in my testing doesn't really work that well.
In the days of using it I noticed that it has a significant crop factor ( zooms in on you ) to the point where it's very difficult to get your surroundings in the frame with you when shooting. I also noticed that when using it, it creates a small blur every-time a foot step is taken. To me the constant blurring of the person is worse than the slight shaking of the background with the electronic stabilization on. I prefer to turn off the Active Steadyshot stabilization which gives me a larger frame to shoot my video in as well as no blurring of my face when I'm walking. AND if you walk gently with the included 16-50 kit lens, you will be fine. Those who will be filming from a seated position or moving around minimally, such as panning shots, you will be completely fine with the steady shot set to standard which will turn on the steady shot in the lense that you're using. In my case the kit lens which has it built in.
Sony Shooting Grip -
Now I want to throw this in there for those of you who are looking to VLOG with this camera or anyone who is looking for some type of control of the camera while holding it in one hand.
The shooting grip is surprisingly GOOD. I don't think I would have ever bought one but now that I used it, and with this camera, I can see the value in it. It makes holding the camera much more comfortable as well as giving you one finger control over the recording, shutter, and zoom functions of your camera using a low energy bluetooth technology. It's also great for when you find a seat to place the camera on a table in front of you to continue shooting your videos.
If you're looking to VLOG I would say to really give the Shooting Grip a look. You might just love it!
Final Thoughts -
There's so much more to this camera, and if I sat here and wrote about it all, well it would take a looooooong time. I tried to structure this review and hopefully it will help you with your decision in purchasing a camera. I started with Canon and then used Sony, and fell in love with their cameras. There's something magical about them and I feel as if they inspire creativity in me. Maybe they will do the same for you!
* NOTE : THIS CAMERA DOES NOT COME WITH A VIEWFINDER AND BECAUSE OF THAT I CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS CAMERA FOR PHOTOGRAPHY ALONE
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starRating: 5
title: Inspires creativity, makes content alive
detailedReviews 245: content: The above phrase is emblazoned on the box it came in, and this camera makes it so easy to do. Firstly this is a nice compact size with the usual excellent Sony build quality. The grip is big enough and it is comfortable and easy to hold securely.
If there was any doubt this was a video or vlogging camera first and foremost, is that your finger naturally falls on to the big red video start button. (and not the shutter button which lays in front of this area). On top of the camera you have a nice slider switch, to switch between Photo mode, Video Mode and Slow Motion mode. Also on top you have a built in 3 pick up stereo mic and a nice “dead cat” wind silencer is included in the box. To attach the dead cat however involves using the flash multifunction hot shoe so this cannot be used for other attachments if wanting to use both. Thankfully on this model there is an external mic socket and headphone jack. Charging is also via USB-C. This camera uses the NP-FW50 battery. Not the latest or the longest lasting but I have plenty of spares from previous Sony cameras so all good there. There is only the single SD card slot.
And at long last and really essentially there is a fully adjustable swivel LCD screen. This is impressively sharp and bright and makes vlogging framing nice and easy when the camera is facing you. It is also nice the LCD perimeter display frame turns to red when filming, so it is clear you are actively filming.
The camera has a 24MP sensor so pretty good in low light. However there is noticeable rolling shutter on fast panning.
Focusing and tracking/locking on to your face is fantastic. And the Product Priority mode where it will lock on to a foreground item of interest and then back your face is a brilliant idea and works really well. There is also a background de-focus button although best used with a wide aperture lens.
This camera came with a bundled 16-50 power zoom lens. Although compact and nicely matched with the ZV-E10, it is not of the highest quality especially the edges in Photo mode even stopped down. That is less important in vlogging however. It also zooms quietly and via the lever on the camera body or I gather via the optional Bluetooth hand grip.
The lens is not wide enough either. This is exacerbated by the crop factor used while Steady Shot is active. It means holding your arm fully outstretched in front of you which gets tiring quite quickly. But at least this is an interchangeable lens camera so I think the Sony 10-18mm would be a better matched lens for vlogging. There is no external viewfinder. Again, this is less useful for vlogging but would have been nice to have.
All in all, a great all round vlogging camera which makes the whole vlogging process very easy.
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starRating: 4
title: Made for Vlogging, excellent video quality
detailedReviews 246: content: Excellent selfie vlog camera, handheld or tripod both works. Excellent still photo camera too. With option to use different lens, you can have more creative footage.
Very good still and video image quality due to the large aps-c sensor, intelligent image processor and very nice lens.
However, it is not a run and gun video camera due to its very noticeable rolling shutter jello effect. If you need to pan, you have to do it very slowly at least 7 seconds per frame.
Shooting spot event at close range also a no no.
Auto focus has always been Sony strong area and this camera can focus very fast and very accurately. Object tracking, face and eye detection works excellently.
I especially like the product showcase feature; it can quickly focus on the object held in front of the camera and then quickly focus back on your face.
It is beginner friendly too, you can start shooting immediately out of the box using the default setting and there is even a button for blurring the background.
Experience user can just use aperture priority or full manual.
The onboard microphone provides pretty good quality sound so no need to use external mic.
Beside the rolling shutter jello effect, recording while zoom will capture the zoom noise. Also, if you have fat finger, it takes some effort to remove the SD card.
Battery life is decent but if you shooting outside, better bring extra battery. Another item you will need is ND filter if it is too bright outside.
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starRating: 4
title: Excellent selfie vlog camera, good sound
detailedReviews 247: content: Be in now doubt this is aimed 100% at anyone creating video content. The box literally screams “Made for Vlogging”.
The design of the body targets video recording well. The camera is compact and easy to hold (especially using the optional grip). It has a fully articulating screen (please Sony put this on all your cameras!). There’s no eye viewfinder and Sony have removed some of the photography buttons- replacing them with buttons vloggers need. This might be a bit annoying when you’re taking still photos. It takes very good photos, but that shouldn’t be your primary use and if it is- there are better options for you in the Sony range.
Shooting Video-
-Vertical video- adored this option- so much content these days is for mobile and this camera makes it easy to record it the right way straight into the camera- so no messing about afterwards.
-Background de-focus- this is a pre-set button on top of the camera and its something your going to use- you flick the switch and it changes from clear to blurry. It works whilst recording and is pretty instant and doesn’t detract from the video you’re shooting.
-Inputs- has all the essentials- mic, headphones and it allows charging whilst in use.
-Amazing best in class auto focus- having used Sony for a number of years I know how good the auto focus can be- it just works really well. Leaving you to worry about the content of the video and not if the content is in focus.
-The camera has a “product showcase” feature- which is great if your doing videos and want to hold something up for the camera to focus on- it just snaps into focus on the item and then back to you when you move it out of frame. I was able to get the item to focus much closer to the camera on different lenses to the supplied kit lens- but if that’s all you have you will soon work out the distance you can work in.
-Cinema Profiles- this is something I haven’t used yet- this is something extra that by using a specific camera like the ZV-E10 you can add to your content. I hope to start experimenting with these in the near future.
-Microphone has been upgraded versus a normal Sony camera. It is very clear and the supplied furry cover for windy weather is a neat touch. It hasn’t been very windy so I’ve not been able to test that bit. You may want to plug in a separate microphone, however its good to know the camera can perform fine without doing so.
-I like the powered zoom lens and I think it will work for a lot of people. The fact that the camera then has a zoom toggle button on the body is great and very well thought out. (Also works on optional grip)
-Stabilisation (Called Steadyshot) is good. Two modes- Active and Standard. Active introduces a crop (makes the camera look closer) but does a great job of smoothing out say walking. Standard less so- but I liked the standard look more- felt more natural and didn’t make the camera look so close to you.
-Camera automatically did a good job of making sure my face was exposed even with bright backgrounds.
-Flexibility to change the lens to adapt to your specific video content needs.
-And the main thing- the video quality- well as you would expect it was exceptionally clear and detailed.
Niggles-
-The charging light is under the cable when inserted and quite hard to see- so you have to manipulate the camera to make sure the light is on and you’re on charge.
-The SD card slot- easy to put in. Not so easy to remove as its right up against the battery door cover and whilst my fingers aren’t that big, it was tricky to grab hold of the card to remove.
-Power Zoom Lens- when I took this lens off and put on a non powered lens- every time I knocked the zoom button- I got a message over the full screen telling me this function couldn’t be used – I couldn’t work out how to stop this message being displayed. This might just be me. Also, note the noise of the zoom is picked up when using the in-camera microphone.
In Summary-
If your currently creating content on a phone/tablet/action camera and want a big step up in the quality and creavtivity in your workflow then this is aimed at you (and me). It’s a bit of kit that will grow my skillset. Don’t be put off- its easy to use if your new to a camera- but has the spec and options to allow you to play with more advanced video content tools when your ready.
Just remember growing might mean more kit.
So, if your base is the camera and the kit 16-50MM powered lens. Then its likely future investments will be either 1- the Sony Grip (GP-VPT2BT) which is a must if your moving around in your content, but its also great as a desk stand as it makes it easy to access the essential buttons (I bought this). And 2- at some stage you may want an additional lens to match your style of video content, and Sony have loads for every situation.
If that adds up to too much money then look at the Sony ZV-1 camera- which is the step below but still an awesome bit of kit (fixed lens).
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starRating: 5
title: Great all round vlogging camera, easy process
detailedReviews 248: content: Performance:Original Sony Product
Image Quality:For a kit lens, definitely amazing
Super Fast Delivery (1 day). Items received as advertised, but I do hope they would put everything in a box to make it more secure, but nonetheless, everything is wrapped with a thick bubble wrap. Everything works wonders. Been using it for 3 days with no issue so far. Definitely recommended and responsive chat as well! Thank you!
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title: Super Fast Delivery, works wonders
detailedReviews 249: content: The ZV E10 is a fanstastic camera for you to start off with. Whether you are getting ready to start a career in photography, video or using it as a tool to start a new hobby, this is an excellent camera. First, the body is extremely light but feels well built. It comes with a surprisingly decent microphone, which allows you to start vlogging if you were interested in starting a youtube, and saves you from additional equipment. Paired with the excellent Sigma 16mm F1.4, it gives you a wide-angle lens with decent low-light ability. It also comes with a fully articulating, or flip-out, display which makes it easy to frame yourself while recording or taking pictures. It also makes it easier to use by limiting the buttons you have down to easy to use options. For beginners, you have a button that will take you between photography, video, and the automatic modes. And it also offers a "defocus" button that will prioritize aperture to keep your background nice and blurry. Overall, I can confidently recommend this as a starting camera for all the features and ease of use.
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title: Fantastic camera for starting off
detailedReviews 250: content: I purchased this with all intentions of having a camera dedicated for vlogging and photography for social networking purposes. I did end up returning it because I did not make as much of it right away and needed other equipment at the time. HOWEVER, I have continued to keep it at the top of my list to buy (and keep) again. The day I looked at it, I found such great reviews and unboxing by other photographers highlighting the benefits and ways to make the best use of it, that I've longed for it ever since. My last camera a SONY a6000 impressed me so much, and is used as the boyfriends main video/filming camera; this was/is a great addition for more spontaneous and vlogging content for broadcasting.
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starRating: 4
title: Great addition for spontaneous vlogging content
detailedReviews 251: content: "I’m loving my Sony ZV-E10! It’s super easy to use and the video quality is amazing. The autofocus works fast, and the background blur is great for professional-looking shots. Perfect for YouTube, TikTok, or vlogging. Also, it’s lightweight, so carrying it around is no problem. Definitely recommend!"
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starRating: 5
title: Super easy to use, amazing video quality
detailedReviews 252: content: I’m a podcast, photographer and filmmaker. I never really thought to use Sony products but I really enjoy this product. It’s exactly what I need for my podcast along with the lens that I bought the 18 to 50 mm sigma 2.8 and I’m just ecstatic if you need something just to start out with or for a beginner photographer or cinematographer/videographer this is the way to go.!!
The package came in really nice and I got everything that I needed. Thank you, B&H Photo.
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starRating: 5
title: Enjoy this product, way to go for beginners
detailedReviews 253: content: This is my first mirrorless camera so no point of reference. But it's very light and fun to use. Beginner photographers like me may find the myriad settings daunting, not helped by the 577 pages manual. Don't start with that!
I doubted my ability to master this new device and considered returning it.
I found a great tutorial for this camera on the usual free video sharing platform. It really helped demystify the whole thing. And also made me less shy about handling the camera itself.
A couple of days later I also had a 1-2-1 online tutorial with Jessops. Best price on the market and extremely knowledgeable tutor. HIGHLY recommend.
So a week into it, and because I understand the camera much better, using it now feels like fun rather than overwhelming. The quality of the pictures and videos I have made using the 16-50mm kit lens is excellent (referring to resolution etc, not to my composition. Alas).
I really like that you can get to your controls several ways and you can assign short cuts to custom keys. The Fn key is also genius - and customisable.
So many great features to help you get the best results. It just makes you want to get out there and start shooting
The Sony ZV-E10 feels solid, nimble, responsive, easy to hold and incredible value for money. I'm really glad to have chosen this camera.
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starRating: 5
title: Solid, nimble, responsive, incredible value
detailedReviews 254: content: Nice new entry into Sony's line of cameras. Great video up to 4k with a lot of options geared especially for vloggers but also great for any user. Also really good for still photos.
Good sound for video with the built in mike but you can add an external one if you prefer. Has adjustable sound level and even shows level meters on the display (you can switch them off if you don't want to see them). Or you can just leave them on their auto setting.
You can customize the functions of 5 of the external buttons for options you use a lot but the built in functions work well for most users.
Has a ton of options if you really want to tweak everything or you can just use the defaults which include a lot of auto adjustment right out of the box. Makes it easy for beginners but also versatile for more advanced users. Changeable lens gives you even more options. Requires a sd card so add that expense if you don't already have one. Works great with the vlogger kit (sold separately) which includes a small tripod/handle/bluetooth remote and 64Gb sd card.
I like the size, small but not too small, feels comfortable in my hands. Smaller cameras feel a bit awkward to me. Also a smaller display would be harder to read. This one is just right.
If you want more info the full manual is here https://helpguide.sony.net/ilc/2070/v1/en/index.html
It's 577 pages so get ready for some reading.
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title: Great video and still photos, customizable functions
detailedReviews 255: content: Image Quality:PERFECT
My recent purchase of the Sony ZVe10 camera from the official Sony store has been nothing short of exceptional. The camera's performance exceeds my expectations, capturing stunning images and offering versatile shooting options. The buying experience at the official store was smooth, with knowledgeable staff providing helpful insights.
The build quality of the ZVe10 is impressive, and its user-friendly interface makes it accessible for both enthusiasts and professionals. I highly recommend purchasing this camera from the official Sony store for a seamless and rewarding experience
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starRating: 5
title: Exceptional performance, user-friendly interface
detailedReviews 256: content: The VZ-E10 aimed at Vloggers by Sony is very well designed and built. With its 24MP CMOS sensor it takes beautiful videos and stills. It comes with a reliable autofocus system with both face and eye detection. the camera also has a built-in drectional microphone with windscreen.
The camera will produce 440 still shots per charge and 80 minutes of continuous video record per charge. One battery comes with the camera. I'd recommend buying a couple of spares to keep you shooting. The Sony ZV-E10 is capable of Livestreaming via a USB-C connection. Vertical video recording is also supported.
The camera came with a Vlogger kit that included a remote Pistol Grip that doubles as a desktop tripod. Pairing the Grip is done through the camera menu and is fairly straightforward. The camera is mirrorless so uses a folding selfie-screen to view videos, stills and various camera menu controls. It also came with two lenses to use with the camera - a 3.5-5.8 16-50mm zoom and a 1.8/50mm.
This camera has so many features it would take a book to describe them all. All in all, a great all around camera designed with the VLogger in mind.
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title: Well designed, built for vloggers
detailedReviews 257: content: First of all I want to thank SONY for the most complete testing set ever. Included for this review were:
1- Sony - Alpha ZV-E10
2- Blogger Kit w/memory
3- SONY E35mm F1.8 oss
Incredible setup and worth the price for sure. If you sensed a BUT .... You were right.
The Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 clogging camera is a big step up for the blogger with a story to tell. Capable of live streaming via a USB-C connex and up to 80 minutes or 440 stills per charge this unit is ready to go. The quality is what you would expect from SONY, top notch all the way. Even the app is a snap to set up and super easy to use to either transfer your work to a tablet, cell or laptop. You can remotely operate the Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 via the app. So far so excellent.
The 4K/24p video is excellent, but if you want to shoot in slo-mo you will be shooting in 1080p.
Heres the first BUT, THE24MP-C CMos sensor is getting a little long in the tooth. SONY compensated by updating its AF with better face recognition. It's a bandaid solution and the se so works well on drones but this is 3 year old tech and needs to be addressed.
The sound is via a built in directional mic with a fuzzy wind screen. The sound was a little hollow sounding so if you're a serious vlogger, buy a mic so your audio quality will match your I'm sure is amazing video.
The Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 is a major step up from the SONY ZV-1 B*U*T* in my opinion falls short of the A6400, which offers most of the same features but the Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 does not have the viewfinder only the fully articulating touchscreen. On a bright day us old school shooters appreciate a good eyepiece. Also absent is a pop up flash and mode wheel. Also if you are going to record w the internal microphone and use the included Tribble (Oops I let my inner Star Trek slip) you lose access to your hotshoe.
The interchangeable E35mm lens is a vast improvement over the included lens but only if you are shooting from position 1. The optics are world class.
The vlogger kit is a nesessary accessory or a smart buyer would take advantage of the Best Buy package deal. The only other accessories I recommend are of course a good carrying case and a UV filter. Best Buy sells a good quality UV filter for around 15 bux. Well worth it to keep your lenses from scuffs and scratches.
Well there ya have it in a nutshell. The Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 is good. Darn good but I'm still a slightly bigger fan of the A6400, and look forward to a version with a more updated CMos sensor.
Cheers! 9k m9s
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title: Good, but falls short of A6400
detailedReviews 258: content: After carefully considering my needs, the ZV-E10 ticked all the boxes! It's small, lightweight form factor combined with exceptional features make this a truly valuable asset to my arsenal. I couldn't go past the bang for buck! Sony hit this one out of the park in my humble view. After a short learning curve the Kit Lens is really more than ample for most situations.
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title: Ticked all the boxes, bang for buck
detailedReviews 259: content: Best Feature:super cheap and on par to other cameras on higher price mark.
Performance:0 lagging, smooth.
Product Quality:superb, brand new and authentic.
took 3 days for camera to be shipped out, seller was responsive and sent pictures of the parcel before shipping it. my order arrived after 7 days. was contemplating on buying in this shop since it's super cheap and a lil bit suspicious, but was surprised to get the actual camera. this shop offers a cheaper price compared to other shops. the packaging was also super secured. overall, im pretty happy with everything.
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title: Super cheap, on par with higher priced cameras
detailedReviews 260: content: Performance:superb
Image Quality:excellent
Great camera for photo and video! 📸
Photo and video quality is super clear (love the 4K!), and the flip screen is very helpful. Easy to use even for beginners. Just wish the touchscreen could do more. Fast delivery & well-packed too. Recommended! ✅
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starRating: 5
title: Great camera for photo and video
detailedReviews 261: content: Bought this camera after seeing several positive reviews online for it as being an easy to use/ budget friendly/ online vlogger approved professional camera. I use it all the time for family outings as well as streaming online. The picture quality is crisp and also handles long stretches of being on using the optional dc power plug. Def recommend this camera for purchase.
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starRating: 5
title: Crisp picture quality, handles long use
detailedReviews 262: content: This is a "vlogging" camera but it is NOT a good camera for vlogging. It's just marketed as a vlogging camera. That's not why I bought it. I know how bad this camera's stabilization is so I use it on a tripod for 4K video with no crop (@24fps) You need two things in my book to be a good vlogging camera, great auto focus, which this camera has, and strong image stabilization which this camera certainly does not have. The image stabilization is really bad here. Unless you shut it off completely and then fix the mess in post with Catalyst Browse. I don't want to go to the trouble. The rolling shutter effect is also really bad. For vlogging, I use a GoPro Hero 10 and it can't be beat for simple, carefree, non technical vlogging. It has great focus, great field of view and especially fantastic stabilization. It's also cheaper than this camera by a few hundred. As a 4K stationary studio video camera, this camera is great. Clean, crisp and downsampled from 6K. The 4K is great. So, as a "vlogging" camera, (I don't care what Sony markets) It's a miss. What is great....The 4K and NO RECORDING LIMIT like most of the cameras in this price range. Great as a studio cam.
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starRating: 4
title: Great as a stationary studio video camera
detailedReviews 263: content: Feels pretty solid has many features comes with everything i think you need to learn photography
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starRating: 5
title: Solid feel, many features, good for learning
detailedReviews 264: content: I'm a musician, and I really want to take photos during the evening when there's less light. The processing and the manual adjustments make for really beautiful shots. I was a DSLR man, but they were too big, and I wanted something small and good quality. I'm not a vlogger, but I may shoot a video or two. This camera fits in multiple rolls, and I enjoy it every time I turn it on.
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starRating: 5
title: Beautiful shots in low light, small and good quality
detailedReviews 265: content: After all these years, Sony finally released a camera that is a worthy upgrade for the a5100. Let all the vloggers rejoice! This is a great little camera. Good sound, picture quality, and of course all the video options are amazing. I think it's a little too expensive though. This camera is marketed to vloggers, but this is more than just a video camera. The kit lens takes amazing pictures, but the world is your oyster with the E-mount and lens options. I'm going out tomorrow to take proper pics and video, so I'll add them to this review later.Here are some camera specific things I'd like to point out. The S&Q mode is cool if you want to see slow motion/speed ramping in the camera itself, but there won't be any sound. A better way to do this is to shoot in 120p and slow it down in post. You will have sound that way, if that's important for you.Use Clear Image Zoom to get a few extra mm with unnoticeable degradation of quality.In camera stabilization is not the best. Active mode is the best but with a HUGE crop. But if you have other lenses like a wide angle you can compensate for the lost picture.Use the memory recall to have different settings for photo and video modes.
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starRating: 5
title: Worthy upgrade, good sound, picture quality
detailedReviews 266: content: I was very hesitant to buy because of my experience with the sony zv1f. I am glad I returned my zv1f for this zv e10. Way better in low light, people actually look themselves/normal on the footage. I have the kit lens 16-50mm and I used my 50 & 85 mm 1.8 full frame prime sony lens and its smooth like butter. When using full frame lens it is automatically zoomed in. (the 50mm seemed like a 85mm and the 85mm seemed like 135mm). Also, the auto focus be autofocusing.
Only issues I've noticed so far, is the rolling shutter while walking or moving around and when using 4k the battery dies down fast.
I've only tested indoors in low light setting, I'll be testing it outdoors in daylight, (if its good in low light then it will be good in daylight).. I personally just like testing low light situations first. If I come across any other issues I will definitely update my review.
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starRating: 4
title: Better in low light than ZV1F
detailedReviews 267: content: The camera is well worth the price; the quality, functionality, and the results are better than expected! This is a great first-camera, perfect for the avid vlogger! My "Sony - Alpha-E10 Kit Mirrorless Vlog Camera" was purchased from the best, Best Buy! (Burbank - location has great customer service!)
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starRating: 4
title: Great first-camera, perfect for avid vlogger
detailedReviews 268: content: I think this is a great camera. I use it as a webcam mostly and the quality is amazing. There is a quality difference is night and day between this camera and a webcam. However, I wish the battery life was longer and I would be happier if it automatically worked as a webcam on my PC. It is a bit of an inconvenience to unplug and plug it back in after putting it in usb mode every time.
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starRating: 4
title: Amazing webcam quality, wish battery lasted longer
detailedReviews 269: content: This is not much more than an a6300 from 5 years ago with a couple improvements.
The Good: Excellent face-tracking autofocus for VLOG applications. Has an earphone jack to monitor sound. Outstanding image quality. (Using a 24 MP sensor for 4K creates very sharp images. Sensors are Sony's strong suit.) It does not overheat. You can run it on a long interview without worry that it will shut down.
The Bad: It still crops the sensor in 4K/30p mode, even though they conveniently don't mention that in the specs. The stabilization is not good at all. It's not a great walking camera...better on a tripod or a 3 axis gimbal. Also, Sony just refuses to give us the same 4K/60 that my iPhone has had for over 5 years. Come on Sony, 2015 called and they want their camera back.
All I want is the video features/specs of a GH6 and the autofocus of a Sony. Put them together and you would really have something. I bought this camera as a studio vlog camera to live in my office. For that, it's fine. At least it's cheap.
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starRating: 4
title: Good face-tracking autofocus, outstanding image quality
detailedReviews 270: content: I have Sony ZV-E10 camera for a while now and I can say that for its price its a great camera. It has some cons but for its price its negotiable!!
It can shoot up to 4K and has all the picture profile support which Sony FX3 has! Like S-Cinetone, HLG2-3, S-Log 2-3.....
But it can only shoot in 8-bit, which can make S-log 3 footages banded.
Its a great camera for content creators and filmmakers(with right gear!!)
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starRating: 4
title: Great camera for content creators and filmmakers
detailedReviews 271: content: I purchased this camera to upgrade the quality of the videos for my Church. We have been using a Mevo camera which works well most of the time, sometimes the software is buggy. I didn't get the kit lense, I upgraded to the Sony 18-105 zoom lense. The camera is easy to use, light and the battery holds up well. At first I tried 1080p. I wasn't that impressed so I switched to 4k, which is much better. I paired the camera with the Sony Bluetooth shooting grip for remote control capabilities, it works well with the camera. So far so good using the Zv-E10.
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starRating: 4
title: Easy to use, light, battery holds up well