Sony ZV-E10 vs Sony ZV-E1 

Once upon a time in the quaint little town of Lensville, old Grandpa Jenkins sat on his weathered wooden porch, his wrinkled skin bronzed by years of working under the sun. His faded denim overalls hung loosely from his thin frame, and the frayed straw hat perched atop his wispy white hair seemed to defy gravity. Slowly rocking back and forth in his trusty rocking chair, the creaking sound of its worn-out joints sang the song of countless summers. At Grandpa Jenkins' feet lay his loyal dog Bessie, her fur a patchwork of browns and blacks, a living quilt of love and devotion. Her one ear perpetually flopped, while the other stood at attention, as if always ready to listen to the world around her. Bessie's wise brown eyes sparkled with curiosity, and the scruff of her chin sported a few silver whiskers that gave her a distinguished air. As Grandpa Jenkins sipped his ice-cold lemonade, condensation dripping down the glass, he began to recount a story that had been passed down through generations. It was a tale of two great cameras, the legendary Sony ZV-E10 and the Sony ZV-E1. These cameras were rumored to be as profound as they were funny, having been the heart and soul of Lensville for as long as anyone could remember. The people of Lensville were known to be quite peculiar and had a penchant for embracing the unconventional. One of the town's most famous characters was ol' Bolt Bill, a gentle giant of a man who always wore a baseball cap with an enormous bolt fastened through the bill. The sight of Bill's hat was a source of great amusement to the townsfolk, and it was said that every time the sun hit the shiny metal bolt, it would create a glint so bright it could blind a man for a moment. Now, one fine day, a man from out of town decided to visit the serene lake near Lensville to enjoy some peaceful fishing. He settled down by the water's edge, casting his line and taking in the beauty of the surroundings. Little did he know that his day was about to take a turn for the bizarre. Just as he was beginning to doze off to the sound of the gently lapping waves, a streak of nakedness burst forth from the woods. The man was taken aback as the nude figure leaped over his head, just narrowly missing his fishing hat. He could only watch, wide-eyed and slack-jawed, as the strange figure disappeared back into the dense foliage, leaving him wondering if it had all been a dream. Back on the porch, Grandpa Jenkins' eyes twinkled with mischief as he continued his story, the sun casting playful shadows on his weathered face. Bessie raised her floppy ear, her curious brown eyes gazing up at her owner, as if urging him to go on. The old man leaned forward in his rocking chair, the wood groaning in protest, and with the enthusiasm of a master storyteller, he explained how the remarkable Sony ZV-E10 and ZV-E1 cameras had captured the hilarious and unexpected encounter at the lake. The townsfolk of Lensville had gathered around to watch the footage, erupting in laughter as they witnessed the bewildered fisherman and the naked man's acrobatics. The cameras had done their job, immortalizing the peculiarities and laughter that defined their town, and further cementing their legendary status. As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink, Grandpa Jenkins finished his tale, a warm smile playing on his lips. The laughter lines around his eyes deepened, revealing the joy and wisdom of a life well-lived. Bessie, now yawning and stretching her legs, nuzzled her grizzled old friend, her whiskered chin brushing against his worn-out boots. The laughter, love, and peculiarities of Lensville were the lifeblood of the town, and no matter how many times the story was told, it never ceased to bring joy and wonder to those who listened. With a contented sigh, Grandpa Jenkins leaned back in his rocking chair, feeling the cool evening breeze ruffle his thin white hair. Bessie, her tail thumping softly on the wooden porch, curled up at his feet, her head resting on her paws. The old man and his faithful companion sat together in the twilight, the memories of the day's story lingering like the scent of honeysuckle on the wind. And as the stars began to twinkle overhead, casting their gentle light on the sleepy town of Lensville, it was clear that the legend of the Sony ZV-E10 and ZV-E1 cameras would live on in the hearts of the townsfolk, a testament to the power of laughter, the beauty of the unexpected, and the love shared between a man and his dog.

24mp!! I should have mentioned the zv-e10 has a 24 mp sensor which will be better for printing large and cropping in. Sorry, Doug!!

The video we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! I use my ZVE10 as a webcam up to 8 hours a day during the week and I never had any overheating problems with it. I could point out more issues on the ZVE1, but the reality is that I can’t afford a full frame setup😅😢, yet.

I just bought the ZV-E10 today while I am still on the waiting list of ZV-E1. Your summaries are really helptul! Thanks Mark!

You will be the best of the best camera reviewers in near future . Thanks 🌺

Thanks a lot for the great comparison, Mark! I love the ZV-E10 4K 25p clean HDMI streaming capability behind my teleprompter. It's a workhorse, I turn it on in the morning and do meetings all day long without losing a thought about overheating. As you mentioned the eye tracking focus is rock solid. Pricing is also perfect! ZV-E1 has its uses but would be overkill for me (and I why would I go with 1080 when I can have 4K streaming reliably).

I’m just here to make myself feel better for choosing the zve-10 🙂

Great review. Exactly what I wanted to know about the differences between these cameras!

I love your content Mark. So funny and informative. I was watching a lot of camera comparison videos on RU-vid but your videos are by far the best. I just bought my own Doug and I'm loving it. It's everything I need to have fun and document family vacations. Now I want a small compact 11-20mm lense for selfies with the family. This is a deep rabbit 🐇 hole of a hobby you got me into 😅

Been having a blast with my ZV-E10 for the past 4 months I've been traveling and shooting with it every other weekend, and my whole kit came together for less than the price of the ZV-E1 so I really can't say I have any regrets with my purchase.

Mark after watching your videos on loop... I purchased the ZV E10! thanks for all the reviews

Been waiting for this one!

Obviously you know we can't wait until you get the ZV-E1 as well. Great video as always.

I love my Doug! Can't wait for the actual side by side comparison.

Amazing work Mark.. carry on! Thanks for sharing

Hey Mark, great vid! Another video idea for you. How does the upscaling work if you shoot in 4K but use dynamic stab/clear image zoom with the ZV-E1. I was wondering how the 11mm f1.8 works with the crop and upscaling.

Mark I just got the ZV E10 for my youtube channel after seeing your trust on this camera. So far this is the best camera that I'm using. In the past I have used Zv1 which was also really good for value...

Love the review! Think I'm going zve10 route due to hot weather where I film plus I could spend the difference of money on a dji action 3 plus a couple of great e mount lens. Still e1 is amazing!

Great review, thanks for providing clarity on why you'd buy one over the other

If Sony could just update the zve10 to be the zve1s mini-me! Then I’d be super duper happy! Give us 4k30 with no crop and the good in body stable of the zve1! Because it’s SO much lighter I just prefer the smaller one still. Until we get some light weight full frame lenses, then I’m all in on full frame!!

I know the specs of both the cameras from ur videos but i still want to watch this video somehow! Magnetic!

Mark, as always: great! Super helpful and funny at the same time 🔥 I decided to buy Lumix s5ii, do you own one?

Very informative, Thank you!

Great video as always! Love my zv-e10. Think I'm still gonna save up for the fx30 instead of upgrading to the zv-e1.

Very good Mark 👍🏻 for me the ZVE1 could be a great small b-cam for my Fx6 😉 I don’t like by the ZVE1 that there is no ND integrated as at the old ZV1 and there is no view finder (at sunny days) but the other negatives like one slot, overheating, small hdmi are not really big cons for me 😀 best cinematic greetings from germany

Hello Mark. I had the Sony ZV-1. Unfortunately I sold it due to overheating. We are Always vacation in Dubai in the summer and it is very warm there. I was able to film in 4K for a maximum of 2-3 minutes with this camera. Now I will buy the Sony FX-30. Beautiful Easter

Love your videos. Learning a lot and they make me smile. double bonus! Question which gimbal would you recommend for vertical shooting with the zve10?

Yessss waiting for this video

Watching now, thank you for posting.

I do stuff at Amusement Parks. Having a GoPro Hero 10 and ZVE-10 is the perfect setup for me. For the vlogs, having the kit lens and the Ulanzi WL-3 is great for getting wide shot and then being able to use Catalyst Browse to stabilize the footage is perfect. If I wanted a wider shot with better stabilization, or wanting a more direct microphone, the GoPro with the Media Mod is great because it’s small and light. The GP 10 is also great for on-ride filming because I can safely mount it to my wrist and get very good footage (do not EVER film on rides without permission) If I want to get footage, the APS-C crop is handy because I get a longer reach with a wide lens. that setup is perfect for what I do. It gets good footage for not to expensive and is nice and small for getting through security.

thanks for video i really wanted to see this comparison 🤟🤟😎😎

great review!

Amazing video! Thanks

Dear Mark, I love your videos and hope you can answer my question: I have a sony zv-1, I love it. Now I want to step up and have the ability to change lenses. Which camera should I buy? ZV-E10, FX-30, ZV-E1, or one of the A6000 series. I do not need much more than my zv-1 just need more versatility. I do 60% studio recording, 20% Vlogging, 20% Photos. What would you suggest? Thanks!

I want to watch Mark's videos when the Mark 2 versions of the FX-30 and the A7C are released. Hope there is an upgraded version of the ZV-E10. I just got the A74, nice camera with features I am exploring, though I love my A7R3, a little simpler for one who is photo centric.

What do you think about e10 vs e1 pictures? Wondering how they compare with the e10 having more MP but smaller sensor...

Best camera reviewer on RU-vid. =)

Can’t wait for Mark’s review of “Big Dave” when he arrives. 😎

So far loving my ZV-E10 but really into ZV-E1 too :D dang

is there a reason why Sony can't just update the menu system on older cameras with an update? also, any change the ZV-E10 could one day get minimum shutter speed in aperture priority with an update?

It's all relative I guess when compared to the A7SIII cost wise, but the ZVE-1 is still far from affordable for most people. ZVE-10 is still the undisputed value champ in my opinion. ZVE-10 or even the ZV-1 has more than adequate features for someone who's starting out, best to learn on these 2 cams and bypass the ZVE-1. I would rather save up for the A7SIII if ever. Nice video comparison Mark! Love your channel, keep up the good work.

Thanks for another great video. You mention the native ISO of the zv-e1. What would the native ISO of the zv-e10 be?

Hey Mark I’m an aspiring travel content creator, who’s been using a GoPro and iPhone for a while. I am thinking of getting a ZV-E10 to bring the quality of videos. I need a camera that gives you good zoom-in options as well, as GoPro doesn’t give me that option. I often visit nature parks and animal encounters. I would love your recommendations. Thank you

Have you tried the gamma display assist on Sony A7IV.? Having it display Rec709 when filming in Slog3 is great.

Hey Mark, thanks for the great content. I want to get into photography and video. I want to shoot surfing/video as a hobby and real estate for work. With the proper lenses will little Dougie suffice for a beginner or should I opt for something a little better like the zve1(but will likely not have a budget for more than 1 lens) thank you!!!

Still for sure the ZV-E10 is the best budget streaming camera for streamers and content creators. If you're doing stationary content, you can't beat the quality you get on it. Great breakdown video Mark!

Hey man i know u have done a great job ..... And have provided all the links too .... But can we have the gimbal link u were showing in the video for ZV-E10

Thank you Mark

There's something I still don't come to understand. If you use the electronic zoom/stabilization in the ZV-E10, since the sensor is downsampled from 6K to 4K, you are supposed to stay at 4K; but if you do the same with the ZV-E1, since the sensor is just 4K, you actually loose it and the camera is supposed to digitally upscale or something. Is this right or what am I missing? Because I can't believe the resolution would be better with the cheap one.

STILL IN LOVE WITH MY ZVE10 AND MADE A DOCUMENTARY FILM WITH IT!! GREAT QUALITY AND GREAT FOR PET OR ANIMAL CONTENT!!!

Thanks Mark. Good stuff, great info. in concert with a lot of other RU-vidr's reviews and opinion BUT....... Pffft!...... those guy's can't even approach the "Handsome Factor" we get here so, yeah, Walter and I will sit back and see if Doug and Dave get along. That said (and completely off topic) I'm kicking around with selling the A7Siii in favor of the A7iv for video and, of course, sticking with Roxy for stills and such (she's Walters new girlfriend). Who knew a ZV-E10 and an A7Rv could have such and beautiful courtship.

3:50 Mark you are confusing me there.. Does it have a rolling shutter problem, or not? lol! God bless you bro!

If you are vlogging with ZV-1 and need to upgrade, require low light capabilities, & want to mess with color grading. ZV-E1 is the logical next step.

Cool, thx!!

Hello Mark ..I would like your opinion on villtrox 13mm and Sony 11mm on the zve10.. which lens do you prefer and how about the quality of both lens for photography?

I am hoping and wishing that Sony come out with a nicely priced APS-C camera with the features/sensor that is in the fx30 like they just did with the ZV-E1 coming from the fx3/a7siii. I would love that camera and would watch all of the videos Mark makes of it

Great one

I am using the zv-1 right now and I want longer battery and and use interchangeable lenses. I mainly use the camera to make videos of concerts and events. Is the zv e10 better from zv1?

A ZV-E10 Mk2 with new menu system and 4K60 will be an interesting value proposition. 4:2:2 would be welcome but they might not do it to keep differential with A6700... 🤷‍♂️

Hey Mark Can you do a ZVe1 vs A7Siii?

Wish they had made the Zve1 in an apsc option. Maybe that’s still on the way 👀

Hey Mark. Love your videos, but I need your help. I'm a *beginner video photographer* and I'm interested in the Zve10.. But people told me to switch to *Canon* because Sony is *more difficult* to deal with. Is it true? Your help is much appreciated

Make a ZV-E1 plus ZV-E10 combo video: I think it’s the best couple for getting everything with 2 camera bodies.

Should we believe you, you purchased the ZV-E1? It's been about a month now and you still get to receive it... :D :D. Hahaha just joking, Nice videos! Also subbed to your other channel, so funny!

I own a ZV-E10 and was wondering if I will be able to use the ZV-E1 with my apsc glass without any problems or having to do any workarounds?

I think zv e10 is best of the best for value. I saving money for zv e10 and sigma 16mm f1,4 . And this camera used in about 2 year it will be cheap. Best regards.

How about a ZVE1 vs ZVE10 with a speedbooster?

Doug! The one and only.

When you turn the camera 90 degrees does the ZV-E10 automatically make the files vertical videos so that you don’t have to rotate in your editing program? Thanks!!

Auto-framing for me does it!

Yeah, a better camera, but I’ve seen (limited) video comparisons done on RU-vid on both and actually preferred little Doug, (lenses used a factor). Your own comparisons in the past to other cameras that included FF had similar results for me. That said, as you noted in low light, vlogging (unless using CB), rolling shutter and overall image quality will certainly be much better with Dave but doubtful whether anyone will notice on social media if just a simple video. Point is; likely most of the benefits with the smaller sensor for 1/3 of cost (value!) For serious (non photographer) content creators I think it will be their first choice and likely one of best. Some exciting new features! Great video Mark and I look forward to another great addition to your camera stable!

How about the stabilization? Fx-30 vs zv-e1 vs zv-e10?

Mark. I am a complete 107% camera noob. I bought a zve10 after watching many of your videos repeatedly. Thus far my camera experience has been limited to the phone in my pocket and a GoPro. So basically I feel like someone handed me keys to a spaceship when I grab my zve10. I want to use this camera for a RU-vid studio set up. Do you have a video that will show how to set it up for a “talking head” situation using the kit lens?

I have a Doug. I love Doug. But Big Dave, golly gee 😳

1942!!!!! Such a random date haha! Dead!

For the vast majority of people Doug is the clear winner. I really enjoy it.

For me the ZV-E10 is the winner, but that's based on my needs/circumstances. The smaller size of the body/lenses is a big plus since I go hiking a lot. So the weight and size savings really add up on the more difficult/longer hikes where I need to take more stuff. So far it's been great for my needs and even though I originally bought it for video I use it a lot for pictures.

Is the Sony-ZV-E10 good if you do not want to spend $3,000 for a camera. I was watching the last episode of David Suzuki and they gave him the Sony-ZV-e10 to vlog with and he attached it to his bicycle while he was riding it.

How about a really out of the box comparison like the ZV-E1 vs ZV-1 could be interesting?

Fun fact: despite living in Australia and pronouncing “z” as “zed”, any time I read the name ZV-E10 I hear Mark’s voice saying it in my head!! I’ve watched so many of his ZV-E10 that it’s infiltrated my thoughts 😅

Do you think it's worth upgrading from the ZV-E10??

From all people, SONY really needed to send you this one!

🔥🔥

Ey, the 24 megapixels of zv-e10. Doesn't the sensor give higher detail photos in good light conditions? Are you secretly paid by big sensor or what?

Got a few AF issues again with Dougie today and on the latest video I shot. Kinda weird. I confirmed it's on wide AF area, AF speed is at default, just kinda weird that it would hunt. Lighting was a little dim but I was pretty close to the Sigma 30mm so my head was like 60% of the entire frame. Perhaps MF is just better overall? Be interesting to see what happens with the S1H II and also what about a comparison with the S5II X vs ZV-E1? Same price, the Panny Boy should win that comparison by a LOT

Vídeo excelente1

Zv e1 vs cannon r8 please

ZV E10 is the aps-c boss

MORE Z30 VIDEO SAMPLES!

I have 2 Little Dougs, the only thing I don't like, is that the autofocus in 4k is not very good because it doesn't have face and eye detection.

I have the Zv-e10 with a Sony ecm b1 mic and Sony 11m but… I want the Zv-e1. Someone help 😂

Forgot to switch background lights today or saving on electricity bill? Zve1 is very expensive 🫰 in UK £2350 + lens. I can't justify that price for what I do. Some people might though, good for them. Zve10 I considered but being used to my canon M50 touchscreen it was the deal breaker for me. I am waiting for new Sony APSC cameras coming this year so I heard. If they have s-cinetone, new touchscreen and clear image zoom with AF, I will finally replace my old canon M50 and with Sigma 16mm f1.4 I will have perfect content creator camera with zoom 16-24mm which is all I need. Hope it will be in reasonable price.

I'm wondering if ZE1 has better value than A7S III

In my country. The price of zve1 is slightly higher than a7iv and you can buy 4 zve10 with the price of 1 zve1. So it's not worth for me. 😅

Sorry Mark did you say ZV-E1 takes both classes of lenses?😮

Great Job! Totally agree! The value is amazing with the zve 10. Zv1 is just too rich for my blood, I feel it should be closer to the 1599 -1799 mark. The Canon R8 gives good value for 1499, Sony needs to step up the value on their new cameras or Canon is gonna catch up if they get the 3rd party lens options going.

3rd option: Wait for ZV-E1 Mark ii release.

Man, you are so good and I love your content, but you are insisting on the subject and you didn't even got the camera. There is so many things that you can talk about it; studio tour or light setup or new product of other brands brands. Despite that... thank you for the content!

Doug wins again!

I don’t know why all these wireless mics have all these letterings on them. I know you can hide them but most just clip them. I’d make it like a fuzzy Care Bear…