Sony ZV ZV-E10 II Black
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
What Buyers Say
Sony ZV ZV-E10 II Black
The Sony ZV-E10 II is widely praised for its excellent image quality, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a favorite among content creators and beginners. However, several verified buyers report severe overheating when recording 4K video for more than a few minutes, which is a significant drawback for long-form video work. The camera offers great value for its price, especially with access to Sony's E-mount lens ecosystem, but the lack of a battery charger and limited documentation are common complaints.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Fast autofocus
- Lightweight and portable
- Great for content creators
- Beginner-friendly
Cons
- Overheating in 4K video
- No battery charger included
- Limited documentation
- Small touchscreen
- Sony app is poor
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
The OM-1 is overwhelmingly praised for its excellent build quality, ergonomics, and lightweight design, making it a joy to use for both hobbyists and professionals. Users highlight the improved menu system, powerful computational features, and impressive image quality, especially in high-resolution modes. While there is a slight learning curve for those switching from other brands, the camera's performance and portability are seen as major advantages over full-frame competitors.
Pros
- Excellent build quality and ergonomics
- Lightweight and portable system
- Improved menu system
- Powerful computational features
- Impressive image quality
Cons
- Steep learning curve for new users
- Incompatible with older BLH-1 battery
- No external battery charger included
- WiFi cannot connect to home network
- Limited video recording time information
Scores
Specifications
| Sony ZV ZV-E10 II | OM System OM-1 OM-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | BSI CMOS | BSI MOS |
| Size | aps-c | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 26 MP★ | 20.399999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 100★ | 200 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 759 | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 1053 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 11 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 11 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps | 240 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | XAVC HS, XAVC S-I | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.51 kg |
| Battery Life | 610 shots★ | 520 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | ✗ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony ZV ZV-E10 II Black
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average build (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (31st percentile)
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 10 usage categories and 6 of 33 specs.
