- 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor
- UHD 4K30p and Full HD 120p Video
- 3.0" Side Flip-Out Touchscreen LCD
- 425-Point Fast Hybrid AF
- Up to 11-fps Shooting, ISO 100-32000
- Real-Time Eye AF and Tracking
- Background Defocus & Face Priority AE
- Directional 3-Capsule Mic and Windscreen
- Headphone and Microphone Ports
- E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens
Sony ZV-E10 Overview
Perfect for vloggers, the Sony ZV-E10
pairs a large APS-C sensor and mirrorless versatility with a
specialized feature-set built just for content creators. Improving upon
the ubiquitous smartphone, the ZV-E10 is an Alpha camera that brings
improved image quality, greater choice of lenses, and increased control
to up your creativity when shooting.
Taking a concept that
originated with the ZV-1, the ZV-E10 is the mirrorless continuation of
this idea of a camera built around the concept of vlogging. It's a
highly capable and portable camera but incorporates a series of design
choices and shooting modes that are ideal for single-person productions.
A vari-angle screen lets you accurately frame up shots, the integrated
directional mic is purpose-built for recording more accurate sound from
front-facing subjects, and shooting modes like Background Defocus and
Product Showcase help you highlight specific subjects with ease.
Vlogging Features
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Rear 3.0" 921.6k-dot touchscreen LCD features a side flip-out design
that is ideal for filming yourself or taking selfies in a natural and
intuitive manner.
- Side-opening screen allows for a redesigned
top plate, which incorporates a directional 3-capsule microphone that is
specifically designed for forward-directional audio recording. Also, a
dedicated wind screen for the built-in mic is included to help achieve
cleaner audio when working outdoors. It attaches using the supplied wind
screen adapter, which mounts into the shoe mount on the top of the
camera and holds the wind screen to the side.
- Both 3.5mm
microphone and headphone ports are also featured for more advanced audio
recording, and the Multi Interface Shoe also benefits audio recording
capabilities. This accessory shoe supports a digital audio interface
that helps to achieve lower noise during recording and also eliminates
cable clutter and the need for external power when working with
compatible shoe-mounted mics.
- Front tally lamp
serves as a visual indicator for when recording is occurring. Also, the
LCD can display a red border frame to further serve as an additional
recording indicator.
- Live streaming is possible directly from
the camera simply by connecting the camera to a computer or compatible
mobile device via USB, allowing the camera's video and audio
capabilities to be used for live social media and video conferencing.
UVC and UAC standards are supported for improved picture and sound
quality during streaming.
Specialized Shooting Modes
- Product Showcase
setting is ideal for vlogging and product review or demonstration videos
and allows for quick and smooth focus transitions between a subject's
face and an object placed in front of the lens.
- Face-Priority
AE detects the subject's face and adjusts the exposure to ensure the
face is depicted in an ideal brightness, even if walking from a bright
place into shade. The AE technology also suppresses abrupt changes in
exposure if the subject quickly turns away from the frame to eliminate
unexpected blown-out or extremely dark shots.
- Refined color
science helps to optimize skin tones for any subject, in both still and
video modes, in order to achieve a healthy and natural look that is
inclusive of different ages, genders, and ethnicity.
- Soft Skin
Effect can be used to soften and smooth wrinkles or blemishes on a
subject's face to create a natural, smooth complexion. The default
setting is Mid and can be adjusted to Off, Low, or Hi. For longer takes,
extended continuous video recording is available when setting the Auto
Power OFF Temp. function to High.
- Background
Defocus lets you immediately switch to the maximum aperture setting of
the attached lens, using a custom button function, for isolating your
subject using shallow depth of field and bokeh.
- Movie footage
can be tagged with specific metadata to indicate vertical recording
orientation for direct playback in smartphone apps or for other
instances when vertical video playback is needed.
- Active
SteadyShot is an advanced image stabilization mode that ensures steady
video while moving, even when handheld shooting while walking.
Image Quality, Autofocus, and 4K Video
24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X Processor
- A revised
APS-C-format 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor realizes smooth, nuanced image
quality with minimal noise and high sensitivity from ISO 100-32000,
which can further be expanded to ISO 51200 for working in low-light
conditions.
- The sensor dimensions are approximately 3x larger
than a 1" sensor, and up to 10x larger than some smartphone sensors,
enabling greater sensitivity, reduced noise, and improved control over
depth of field.
- The sensor and BIONZ X processor combination
also avails a top continuous-shooting rate of 11 fps with AF and AE and
permits 14-bit raw file output for a wide tonal and color scale.
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The sensor's design incorporates a 425-point Fast Hybrid AF system,
which blends both phase-detection and contrast-detection methods to
achieve focusing performance that is fast, natural, and accurate.
- The on-chip focusing system covers 84% of the sensor field and is capable of achieving focus in as little as 0.02 sec.
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Real-time Eye AF can prioritize focusing on human or animal eyes for
ensured sharpness when making portraits. When selected, this function is
activated by half-pressing the shutter button and you can further
choose to prioritize either the right or left eye.
- Real-time
tracking utilizes AI-based algorithms to automatically recognize and
track moving subjects. If Face/Eye Priority AF is on, this tracking
method will further track a subject's eye or face in real time with
seamless changing depending on the status of the moving subject.
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UHD 4K video recording is possible up to 30p and uses full pixel
readout with 6K oversampling to yield greater detail with reduced moiré
and aliasing. Full HD 1080p recording is also supported in frame rates
up to 120 fps, and both resolutions utilize the 100 Mb/s XAVC S format
contained within an MP4 wrapper with 4:2:0 sampling. In addition to
high-resolution internal recording, uncompressed HDMI output also
enables the use of an optional external recorder for clean 4K recording
with 4:2:2 sampling.
- No recording limit for movie recording, allowing for longer takes and uninterrupted shooting of live events.
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Affording extensive customizable color and gamma controls, the ZV-E10
allows users to adjust the gamma, black level, knee, color level, and
more. Use the same S-Log2 Gamma Curve that is found on high-end Sony
Cinema cameras, which squeezes up to 1300% more dynamic range into the
video signal then traditional Rec. 709, for increased post-production
flexibility. HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) support is also available, along
with the BT.2020 color space, for recording within a wide color gamut
and, in addition to S-Log2, S-Log3 is also available for producing an
effective 14-stop dynamic range with increased grading control in the
shadow to mid-tone regions of the image.
- Slow & Quick
(S&Q) mode allows shooters to capture Full HD video at specified
steps between 1-120 fps. These settings will allow you to slow down
action as well as speed up a slow-moving scene.
- Interval
shooting mode is ideal for creating time-lapse movies with the aid of
Imaging Edge software. Intervals can be selected between 1-60 seconds
for recording up to 9999 sequential free. Also, in-camera battery
charging is possible via the USB port using a portable battery to
benefit long interval shooting sessions.
Physical Design and Wireless Connectivity
Camera Body Design
- Built for
portable applications and one-handed use, the camera incorporates a
large right-hand grip and intuitive physical control layout.
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Grip design, along with the vari-angle LCD, also suits working from
front-facing angles, such as when vlogging or taking selfies.
- Integrated zoom lever surrounds the shutter button and works in conjunction with select Power Zoom lenses.
- Vari-angle screen
can be closed against the body, with the screen facing inward, to
automatically power off the camera even when the power switch is set to
'On'.
- Dedicated Movie Record, Background Defocus, Product
Showcase, and S&Q buttons provide direct access to common features
used by vloggers.
- Included NP-FW50 battery is rated for up to
440 shots or approximately 125 minutes of recording per charge. Power
can also be supplied to the camera through the USB Type-C port or by
using the optional AC-PW20AM AC adapter.
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Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity enables instant transferring
of imagery to mobile devices for direct sharing online to social
networking, via email, and to cloud storage sites. Once connected, the
linked mobile device can also display a live view image on its screen
and, using Smart Remote Control, remotely control the camera's shutter
release.
- The ZV-E10 is also compatible with the Movie Edit add-on from the Imaging Edge mobile app.
- Bluetooth connectivity enables connecting to the optional GP-VPT2BT Wireless Shooting Grip for efficient camera control.
An ideal companion for your compact, APS-C mirrorless camera, the E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens from Sony
offers a versatile equivalent zoom range of 24-75mm as well as a
retractable design that makes your system much more manageable when not
in use. The useful focal length range and portable form factor make this
a go-to lens when traveling or for everyday general shooting needs.
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A variable aperture of f/3.5-5.6 helps keep the lens' overall size and weight to a minimum.
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Due to a retractable design, this lens can be made to be extremely compact when not in use.
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One extra-low dispersion glass element is featured in the lens design to
help reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved
clarity and color neutrality.
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Four aspherical elements are incorporated in the lens design to reduce
astigmatism, field curvature, coma, and other monochromatic aberrations.
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Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.
Power Zoom, Image Stabilization, and AF
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Power Zoom mechanism enables making smooth zoom movements, suitable for
video recording, via the on-lens switch or via camera-based controls on
select camera bodies.
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Optical SteadyShot image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance
of camera shake for sharper imagery when shooting handheld with slower
shutter speeds. This stabilization system can also be combined with
select camera's sensor-shift type image stabilization for more effective
control of camera blur.
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An internal focus design contributes to fast autofocus speeds and the
minimum focus distance is just 9.8", suiting working with close-up
subjects.
The Sony NP-FW50 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery
is unique in its design since it not only supplies power to your camera
but will display the remaining battery capacity. Small and lightweight,
lithium-ion batteries can be charged or discharged at any time without
developing memory effects.
The ALC-B1EM Body Cap for E-Mount Cameras from Sony
protects your camera body from dust and dirt when the lens is not
attached. It is also of great value when you store the camera and lens
separately.
Keep a spare Sony AC Adapter in your office or take it with you while on the go.
The AC adapter works with the Sony DPT-RP1 Digital Paper and the
Sony DPTA-RS1 Stylus. You can also use this AC adapter with the Sony
CCB-WD1 Wired Control Box for the RX0 Camera. A USB cable is not
included.