X-E4vs A6400vs ZV-E10 II
Which should you buy?
Compact Street & Travel Photography — X-E4 (2021): The X-E4 is for photographers who want the minimum camera that still delivers maximum image quality. If you love shooting from the rear screen and want the smallest possible X-mount body, this is your camera. If you need a viewfinder or IBIS, look at the X-S20 or X-T30 II.
Content Creation & Vlogging — A6400 (2019): The best value APS-C Sony you can buy — especially used. Real-time Eye AF at this price point was transformative when it launched and still makes it one of the most reliable autofocus systems in the lineup.
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
X-E4 (2021)
- Street photographers who prioritise portability and discretion
- Travel photographers packing minimally
- Fujifilm fans who shoot primarily from the rear screen
- Anyone who wants the X-Trans sensor in the smallest possible body
A6400 (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need a flip screen and reliable AF
- Photographers upgrading from a compact or smartphone
- Beginners who want room to grow into a full E-mount lens ecosystem
- Anyone prioritising autofocus performance at an accessible price
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 x-e4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the zv-e10 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E4 (2021) | A6400 (2019) | ZV-E10 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £899 | £679 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS BSI | 26MP APS-C BSI Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP | 26.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-motion, F-Log | 4K/30p (6K oversampled, no crop), 1080p/120p slow-motion | 4K/60p oversampled, 4K/120p (Super35), S-Cinetone, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, face/Eye detection | Phase-detect, 425 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF | 759-point phase-detect, real-time Eye/Face AF, Product Showcase mode |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | Electronic Active Steady Shot (no optical IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 11fps mechanical, 8fps with AF tracking | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~460 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots equivalent |
| Weight | 364g (body only) | 403g (body, battery, card) | 293g body only |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7mm | 120.0 × 66.9 × 59.7mm | 113.6 × 66.5 × 50.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only (EVF accessory available) | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 180° flip for selfie/vlog, 921k dots | 3.0" fully articulating vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony E-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Micro-USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, headphone jack |
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