Sony ZV-E10 II Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Lens (Black)

Overview

The Sony ZV-E10 II Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Lens builds upon its content-creation-focused predecessor with a 26MP APS-C sensor for faster performance and high-quality imagery. Compact and designed for vloggers, it aligns with flagship models such as the FX30 and a6700, offering improved autofocus, creative shooting modes, and versatile connectivity for multi-purpose vlogging.

Featuring a 3-capsule directional microphone, a 3" articulating LCD touchscreen with vertical orientation support, and integrated tally light, the ZV-E10 II is ready for solo content creation, product showcases, and live streaming. The included 16-50mm lens ensures flexibility in framing and capturing high-quality video and photos.

Core Features

• 26MP APS-C Exmor R CMOS sensor with BIONZ XR processor.
• 759-point Fast Hybrid AF with Real-time Eye AF and tracking.
• UHD 4K video up to 60p with 5.6K oversampling.
• Vari-angle 3" 1.04m-dot touchscreen with vertical orientation support.
• Directional 3-capsule microphone with windscreen adapter.
• Product Showcase and Background Defocus shooting modes.
• Slow & Quick (S&Q) mode and Full HD up to 120 fps.
• Supports larger NP-FZ100 battery for up to 610 shots per charge.

Vlogging Features

The ZV-E10 II is designed for solo content creators. Its 3" 1.04m-dot flip-out touchscreen allows easy framing for selfies and video, with vertical display support for social media apps. An integrated tally lamp and red border frame on the LCD indicate recording status at a glance. A directional 3-capsule microphone captures forward-facing audio, while the included windscreen minimizes distortion outdoors. For more advanced audio setups, both 3.5mm microphone and headphone ports are available, and the Multi Interface Shoe supports digital audio devices to reduce cable clutter and power needs.

Connectivity options include a micro-HDMI output and USB-C port for fast file transfer, live streaming, or webcam use. Integrated 5 GHz Wi-Fi supports streaming via RTMP, RTMPS, or SRT protocols, while UVC standards allow direct webcam functionality.

Specialized Shooting Modes

Product Showcase mode allows smooth focus transitions between faces and objects for vlogging or product demos. Background Defocus isolates your subject using the maximum aperture for a shallow depth of field. Focus Breathing Compensation corrects visual distortions when adjusting focus manually or automatically. Slow & Quick (S&Q) mode enables Full HD video capture between 1-120 fps, allowing both slow-motion and accelerated sequences.

Image Quality, Autofocus, and Video

The 26MP APS-C Exmor R CMOS sensor provides smooth, detailed images with minimal noise, and a high sensitivity range of ISO 100-32000 (expandable to ISO 102400) enhances low-light performance. Paired with the upgraded BIONZ XR processor, the camera delivers up to 8x faster processing and a 5.6K oversampling area for 4K video capture.

The 759-point Fast Hybrid AF and AI-based tracking enable accurate subject recognition, while Real-time Eye AF ensures sharp focus on human or animal eyes. 4K UHD video recording reaches up to 60p with full pixel readout, using XAVC HS and XAVC S-I formats with 4:2:2 sampling. Creative color options include S-Cinetone, S-Log3, and Creative Looks, supporting 14-stop dynamic range and post-production grading.

• Full HD 1080p up to 120 fps for slow-motion
• S-Cinetone and S-Log3 for cinematic color grading
• Supports LUTs and Creative Looks during recording

Battery and Physical Design

The ZV-E10 II accommodates the larger NP-FZ100 battery, increasing recording capacity by roughly 30% to approximately 610 shots per charge. The slightly larger body remains compact and portable. USB-C power input allows charging from portable batteries, while an optional AC adapter supports continuous recording.

The camera’s grip and button layout facilitate one-handed operation, with dedicated buttons for Movie Record, Background Defocus, Product Showcase, and S&Q modes. The vari-angle LCD can be folded against the body to automatically power off the camera when not in use.

Included Kit Lens

The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II Lens provides a versatile 24-75mm full-frame equivalent zoom. Quick autofocus and Optical SteadyShot minimize handheld shake, while four aspherical and one Extra-Low Dispersion element ensure high-resolution imaging. The lens supports focus pulling at up to 120 fps and autofocus while zooming, ideal for single-person filming. Retracting to just 3.2 cm, it’s compact and portable.

• Versatile 24-75mm full-frame equivalent zoom
• Optical SteadyShot and fast autofocus for sharp imagery
• Retractable design for compact storage