EOS R10vs Sony FX30vs ZV-E10 II
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.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Youtube & Content Creation — ZV-E10 II (2024): Designed from the ground up for solo creators — every control in the right place, 4K/60p, and a directional mic built in.
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
Sony FX30 (2022)
- You're a filmmaker or video producer who wants Sony cinema colour in a compact, affordable body
- You want 4K/120fps slow motion without the cost of an FX3 or FX6
- You shoot documentary, corporate video, or YouTube content at a professional standard
ZV-E10 II (2024)
- You're a vlogger or content creator who wants a step up from a smartphone
- You prioritise video quality, autofocus reliability, and easy social media sharing
- You're new to interchangeable lens cameras and want something approachable but capable
- You create content for YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram and need a camera built for that workflow
Quick take: The sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the zv-e10 ii is the most affordable; only the sony fx30 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R10 (2022) | Sony FX30 (2022) | ZV-E10 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,799 | £679 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS | 26MP APS-C BSI Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 26.1MP | 26.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/120p | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p | 4K/60p oversampled, 4K/120p (Super35), S-Cinetone, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, eye/face/subject tracking | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect | 759-point phase-detect, real-time Eye/Face AF, Product Showcase mode |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis Active IBIS | Electronic Active Steady Shot (no optical IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 23fps electronic | 20fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~430 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots equivalent |
| Weight | 429g body only | 579g body only | 293g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.5 × 87.8 × 83.4mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm | 113.6 × 66.5 × 50.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) | None |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Sony FE (E-mount) | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, headphone jack |
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