Sony Alpha ZV-E10
Olympus OM-D E-M1 E-M1 Mark III 2018
What Buyers Say
Sony Alpha ZV-E10
The Sony ZV-E10 is widely praised as a versatile and beginner-friendly mirrorless camera that delivers excellent video and photo quality for its price. Reviewers consistently highlight the fast autofocus, compact size, and ease of use, though some note the battery life is limited and the LCD screen is hard to see in bright daylight. The kit lens is considered decent but many recommend upgrading lenses for better performance. Overall, it's seen as a great value for content creators, vloggers, and amateur photographers.
Pros
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Compact and portable design
- Excellent video quality (4K)
- Great value for the price
- Interchangeable lens system (E-mount)
Cons
- Limited battery life
- LCD screen hard to see in daylight
- Mediocre kit lens quality
- Small camera grip
- 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 Alpha 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) | 11 fps | 15 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 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 | MP4 | H.264/MOV |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 2.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.34 kg★ | 0.58 kg |
| Battery Life | 80 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 Alpha ZV-E10
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sensor (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average battery (0th percentile)0th %ile
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
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 4 of 33 specs.
