Sony ZV-E10 ZV-E10 Black
Olympus OM-D E-M1 E-M1 Mark III 2018
What Buyers Say
Sony ZV-E10 ZV-E10 Black
The Sony ZV-E10 is widely praised as an excellent starter camera for vlogging and content creation, with users loving its compact size, sharp 4K video, fast autofocus, and ease of use. Many appreciate the value for money and the ability to swap lenses, though some note the lack of a viewfinder, mediocre battery life, and a clunky menu system. Overheating during extended 4K recording is a recurring complaint, but for most beginners and hobbyists, it delivers impressive results out of the box.
Pros
- Compact and portable
- Sharp 4K video quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Easy to use for beginners
- Great value for money
Cons
- Overheating during 4K recording
- Short battery life
- No viewfinder
- Clunky menu system
- No built-in flash
Olympus OM-D E-M1 E-M1 Mark III 2018
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III is highly praised for its excellent image stabilization, compact and lightweight system, and advanced computational features like Handheld High Res mode. Users coming from full-frame systems appreciate the portability and rugged build, though some note the EVF resolution could be better and low-light autofocus lags behind competitors like the Nikon D500. Overall, it is seen as a versatile and capable camera for travel, landscape, and wildlife photography.
Pros
- Excellent image stabilization
- Compact and lightweight system
- Handheld High Res mode
- Rugged build quality
- Comfortable grip and ergonomics
Cons
- Low resolution EVF
- Low light autofocus not as good as Nikon D500
- No flash included in box
- RAW files not compatible with Mac Photos
Scores
Specifications
| Sony ZV-E10 ZV-E10 | Olympus OM-D E-M1 E-M1 Mark III | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | MOS |
| Size | aps-c | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 24.200000762939453 MP★ | 20.399999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 100★ | 200 |
| Processor | BIONZ X | TruePic IX |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 | Phase Detection: 121 (121 Cross-Type)Contrast Detection: 121 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 120 fps★ | 15 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 11 fps | 60 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✗ | ✗ |
| Codec | XAVC S | H.264/MOV |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 2.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.36 kg★ | 0.58 kg |
| Battery Life | 440 shots★ | 420 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C (USB 2.0) |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony ZV-E10 ZV-E10 Black
- Strong burst (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sensor (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Olympus OM-D E-M1 E-M1 Mark III 2018
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Sony ZV-E10 ZV-E10 Black
Olympus OM-D E-M1 E-M1 Mark III 2018
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 10 usage categories and 3 of 33 specs.
