Sony ZV-E10 II Digital Camera Body

How to Use The Sony ZV-E10 II

December 2025 Update

As of December 2025, Sony ZV-E10 II receives a free upgrade that adds high frame rate video options, including 4K recording at up to 120p and Full HD at up to 240fps for slow-motion capture. Rather than a standard firmware install, the update is unlocked via a free licence file obtained through Sony Creators’ Cloud or by entering the camera’s serial number. When using these higher frame rates, proxy recording and digital zoom functions are disabled, and 4K120 applies a larger 1.6x crop compared with 1.1x at 4K60.

Upgrade Your Specs

At the heart of the ZV-E10 II lies an upgraded 26MP Exmor R sensor paired with Sony’s powerful BionZ XR processor. This combination ensures excellent low-light performance and stunning image quality that will far surpass most high-end webcams and smartphones. The sensor's back-illuminated design increases sensitivity and reduces noise, making it ideal for capturing clear, detailed shots even in challenging lighting conditions. For content creators, this means less dependence on artificial lighting and more flexibility in various shooting environments. The ZV-E10 II is an excellent step up for content creators, offering professional features that will elevate user’s content and make it more engaging for their audience.

Achieve a Cinematic Look

The ZV-E10 II offers improved 4K video recording at up to 60 fps, oversampled from 6K, delivering exceptional detail and clarity. With 10-bit 4:2:2 colour sampling and S-Log 3 Picture Profile, this camera provides greater colour depth and flexibility in post-production, allowing users to calibrate their own cinematic style. The XAVC S-I (All-Intra) recording format also captures more information per frame, further enhancing quality.

Content creators will enjoy being able to output cinematic content directly from the camera using S-Cinetone Picture Profile, Cinematic Vlog settings, or various Creative Looks for both photos and videos. The improved Active Mode also ensures rock-stable footage, while Focus Breathing compensation eliminates lens distance breathing during focus changes. These features collectively enable the production of professional-grade videos with rich colours and dynamic range, perfect for storytelling and artistic expression.

Simplify Content Creation

With the ZV-E10 II, Sony successfully balances high-end specs and user-friendly features to deliver a mid-range camera that simplifies content creation while elevating results. With dedicated features like the bokeh switch for an instant defocused background effect, product showcase mode to keep objects focused when presenting to the camera, and breathing compensation for seamless transitions between subjects whilst recording, this intuitive camera makes it easy to focus on what’s important. While recording in 4K, users will notice an upgrade to the Real-Time Eye AF system, allowing them to successfully track humans, animals, and birds. This combination of features will help users maintain creativity and focus less on technical settings.

Fine-Tune Your Audio

As audio is a critical aspect of content creation, Sony has put a great deal of thought into this camera’s audio components. As a result, the ZV-E10 II features an upgraded internal directional microphone designed to reduce background noise, capture clear audio in windy conditions, and help elevate content creators’ production value. Thankfully, Sony has also recognised that advanced creators will be looking for customisability by allowing users to attach various Sony MI Shoe microphones. With a wide range of compatible microphones to choose from, users can perfect their audio recording during interviews, outdoor shoots, streaming, and various other scenarios, ensuring crystal-clear sound quality in any environment.

Get Connected

The ZV-E10 II offers multiple connectivity options to stay connected and share content, making it an excellent option for modern content creators. The camera can be used as a webcam for live streaming without a capture card, outputting Full HD at up to 60 fps via a USB-C connection. It also supports file transfers through 5GHz Wi-Fi or a cable connection, enabling quick and easy uploads to social media platforms. Additionally, the camera can connect to smartphones via Wi-Fi and the Creators' App, providing further flexibility for remote control and file management.

What’s in the box?

• 1 x Sony ZV-E10 II Digital Camera Body
• 1 x Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
• 1 x Shoulder Strap
• 1 x Wind Screen
• 1 x Wind Screen Adaptor
• 1 x Body Cap