EOS R10vs EOS R8vs ZV-E10
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Which should you buy?
Beginners & Vlogging — EOS R10 (2022): Canon's most affordable RF body — Dual Pixel AF and a vari-angle screen in a compact, lightweight package.
Full-Frame Entry — EOS R8 (2023): Canon's most affordable full-frame mirrorless — 4K/60p 10-bit and class-leading Dual Pixel AF at an accessible entry price.
Vlogging & Video — ZV-E10 (2021): Purpose-built for video creators — real-time Eye AF, flip screen, and excellent 4K at a wallet-friendly price.
Who should buy what
EOS R10 (2022)
- You're buying your first serious interchangeable-lens camera
- You want reliable animal and people tracking without a steep learning curve
- You want an APS-C body with access to Canon's full RF lens range
EOS R8 (2023)
- You want full-frame image quality on a tight budget
- You shoot mainly in good light and can live without built-in stabilisation
- You primarily shoot stills with occasional video
ZV-E10 (2021)
- You're starting out as a content creator and want an affordable Sony APS-C mirrorless
- You want the flexibility to grow your lens collection as your skills and needs develop
- You're primarily a video creator rather than a stills photographer
Quick take: The zv-e10 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R10 (2022) | EOS R8 (2023) | ZV-E10 (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,099 | £399 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 24.2MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.2MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/120p | 4K/60p oversampled 10-bit, FHD/180p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, eye/face/subject tracking | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 1053 zones, eye/face/subject tracking | Phase-detect, 425 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | None (use OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 23fps electronic | 6fps mechanical, 40fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~430 shots (CIPA) | ~220 shots (CIPA) | ~440 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 429g body only | 461g body only | 343g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.5 × 87.8 × 83.4mm | 132.5 × 86.1 × 70.0mm | 115.2 × 64.2 × 44.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× | None |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
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