Sony Sony Alpha ZVE10 II - APS-C Interchangeable Lens Review

The Sony ZV-E10 II is a vlogger's camera that got serious about photography. It's built around Sony's latest 26MP APS-C sensor, which is a big step up from the first model. And it keeps the core ZV-series DNA: a flip-out screen, great autofocus, and features aimed at solo creators.

But don't let the vlogging focus fool you. With interchangeable lenses and a sensor that lands in the 91st percentile, this thing can take some stunning photos. It's a hybrid tool that's trying to do it all.

This camera is fast. The burst shooting hits 60fps, which puts it in the 97th percentile. That's wild for an APS-C camera at this price. The Real-time Eye AF is top-tier too, tracking humans and animals with ease. The video is solid 4K, but the lack of in-body stabilization is a real bummer. You'll need a gimbal or stabilized lenses for smooth handheld shots. Battery life is just okay, and the build quality feels a bit plasticky.

At around $998, it's a strong value if your needs match its strengths. You're getting near-flagship-level autofocus and burst speed in a compact body. But you're giving up stabilization and a premium build to hit that price. If you're a hybrid shooter who values speed and AF over everything else, it's worth it. If you need stabilized video or a tougher camera, look elsewhere.

It sits in a crowded field. The Canon EOS R7 is a more serious sports camera with stabilization, but it's bigger and pricier. The Fujifilm X-S20 has fantastic video features and stabilization, making it a better pure vlogging pick. And Sony's own a6400 is the direct predecessor; the ZV-E10 II beats it on sensor tech and burst speed, but loses the viewfinder. Your choice comes down to priority: pick the ZV-E10 II for speed and AF, the X-S20 for video, or the R7 for all-around sports shooting.

Buy this if you're a content creator who also shoots a lot of fast-paced stills. The autofocus and burst speed are legitimately excellent. It's perfect for someone who does action photography, pet photos, and talking-head videos. Skip it if you need stabilized handheld video, a viewfinder, or a camera you can take out in the rain. It's a specialist that happens to be really good at a few key things.