I already have a full frame A7r2 that I've been using for video, so I can offer a comparison with that (which may also translate to other Sony full frame cameras) for those interested.
Video quality: I'm immediately impressed how hard it is to distinguish the video quality from the a7r2. It does need a bit more light (it's at ISO 200 under the same lighting conditions that the a7r2 was at ISO 100), and the crop factor is certainly noticeable when using the same full frame lenses, but apart from that, it just looks really good. To be clear I'm not doing any carefully measured tests, this is just a first impression eyeball test comparing 4k vs 4k video of the same subject in the same lighting conditions.
Build quality: Here's where the relatively-budget pricing of this camera is noticeable. This feels very cheap and plasticky compared to an a7 (which has a metal frame). The wheel on the top of the camera feels mushy and yucky. They didn't bother to paint the screws to match the colour of the body. The "grip" looks grippy but feels glossy smooth and if anything *more* slippery than the rest of the body. There's no proper latch to open the USB/HDMI panel or flip open the display, it's just a crevice in the plastic you have to dig your nail underneath to pop it open. It is "budget" within Sony's camera lineup, but I'd still hope for better given the actual cost. A rubbery texture to the grip would cost what, like $3, that's not a corner they need to be cutting on a device that retails for $850.
Software: This is another area of advantage vs. my a7r2 that is an older model and not designed for video first. Mostly the menus/settings are very familiar, but a big plus here is auto-focus tracking on eyes, while in video mode. I'm mostly using this on a tripod, but the ability to use a touch screen for changing the AF focus point is also a plus. I'll also include in "software" that it can directly function as a webcam with its USB output, which is a convenience (I've tested this and it's fine, but I still prefer the better quality and 4K support of the HDMI out into a capture stick).
Hardware design: Mostly this is a standard Sony camera layout of hardware buttons/wheels/etc., and with the settings a lot of it can be customized. My only complaint, apart from build quality, is that the display screen flips out to the same side of the camera as the HDMI/USB output and mic input--meaning that if you use it while anything is plugged in, the cables are going to obstruct the display. I can see how they backed themselves into this corner (there would also be problems with moving the jack locations, and there would be problems with moving where the display flips out), it's just unfortunate. I've ordered a "right angle" micro HDMI plug as a mitigation.
Overall, the optics are the big selling point here, in a very compact package that is video-first. If using it on a tripod indoors, get a "dummy battery", which will both give infinite power and prevent overheating of the device. You can charge while plugged in by USB, but it doesn't charge as fast as the battery drains (or so YouTube tells me), and anyways it will just generate heat and ruin the battery. The cleverness of my pairing this with my a7r2 is that they use the same battery (and I have a dummy battery already). Otherwise I might have waited for the ZV-E10 ii, which is expected to come out very soon.
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Find a lens to match your styleProfessional-looking vlogs are easy with the interchangeable lens ZV-EIO camera. Thanks to Sony's extensive range of E-mount lenses, you have a wide variety to capture the world however you choose to see it. Incorporate background scenery into your script with a wide-angle lens, or make the subject grab the viewer's attention by using a wide aperture lens with an artfully blurred background. Move in closer with a macro lens or pull in distant scenes with a telephoto lens. Choose how you see the world and pick the lens that matches your style. |
A large-format image sensor for professional-quality imagesThe ZV-E10's impressive images are the result of the camera's large 24.2 MP* APS-C Exmor image sensor. Compared to other cameras, the image sensor of the ZV-E10 is more than ten times* bigger than a smartphone sensor and three times bigger than a premium 1” sensor found in compact cameras, allowing for beautiful, professional-looking images with high resolution and intricate detail. |
Designed for simple selfie and vlog shootsWeighing in at just 12.8 ounces (364 grams)*, the ZV-E10 is ready to hit the road with you whenever you're ready to vlog. The side-opening vari-angle LCD screen makes it easy to take selfies and check your framing, even when you're shooting from high or low positions. Even the ergonomic grip is designed for a safe and stable hold. *With battery and memory card included. |
4K video with oversampling for greater detailThe ZV-E10 delivers extremely detailed and crisp 4k from direct pixel readout and no pixel binning. Using the full width of the 24.2MP sensor, means it oversamples roughly the equivalent of 6k, approximately 2.4 times* the actual resolution needed to produce its highly detailed 4K video. *When shooting at XAVC S 4K 24p. |
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Let Real-time AF Tracking do the focusing for youThe ZV-EI0's Al (Artificial Intelligence)* driven Real-time AF Tracking is intuitive to use. Simply touch the monitor to indicate the subject you want to focus on and Real-time Tracking will take it from there, keeping a steady hold on the subject. * Employing Al (artificial intelligence) technology, including machine learning. |
Easy background blur controlThere's no need for complicated manual adjustments — the Background Defocus features lets you simple press a single button to turn background blurring (bokeh) on and off. The button switches between the attached lenses maximum aperture for a blurred, bokeh-rich background and either f/8 or f/11 (depending on lens) for a clearly focused one, skipping all the complex manual settings. A defocused background highlights you or your subject , while having everything in focus is great for showing a location or setting. |
Designed for clear voice recordingEquipped with a built-in Directional 3-Capsule Mic, the ZV-EIO records voices clearly even in crowded settings. It's optimized to capture voices in front of the camera with fewer distracting ambient sounds, perfect for vlogging use. For clear recording even outdoors, the ZV-EIO comes with a wind screen that can easily be attached to the Multi Interface (Ml) Shoe to reduce wind noise, when shooting in windy conditions. |
Vertical shooting without complicationsMovies shot in a vertical orientation for some social media applications can be viewed the same way on a PC or smartphone, thanks to metadata recorded by the camera*. There's no need to rotate the video manually, convenient when you're sharing your work on social media. *In-camera movie playback is in the horizontal position. Whether or not movies are displayed in the vertical position on an external device may depend on the particular device. |
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| display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
| display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| lens type | body only | Wide Angle | Zoom | Prime | body only | Zoom |
| zoom type | Digital Zoom | Optical Zoom, Digital Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom |
| shooting modes | Auto, scene, and P, S, A, and M | Automatic | Movie | AUTO, Programmed AE, Aperture priorty, Shutter-speed priority, Manual, Movie, Slow and Quick Motion | Auto, scene, and P, S, A, and M | Movie |
| connectivity tech | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, Micro HDMI, NFC | HDMI, Micro USB, NFC, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB | Wireless |
| video resolution | 4320p | 2160p | 2160p | 4320p | 4320p | 4K UHD 2160p |
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