A6700vs ZV-E10 II
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Which should you buy?
All-Round & Video — A6700 (2023): Best-in-class autofocus and 4K/120p video in a compact APS-C body — the standout camera under £1,000.
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
A6700 (2023)
- You want a compact, travel-friendly system without sacrificing autofocus performance
- You're an enthusiast upgrading from an entry-level camera and ready for a more capable body
- You shoot wildlife or sports and want APS-C reach from a lightweight kit
- You create video content and need reliable subject and eye tracking in a small form factor
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 zv-e10 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | A6700 (2023) | ZV-E10 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £679 |
| Sensor | 26MP APS-C Exmor R BSI CMOS | 26MP APS-C BSI Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.0MP | 26.0MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit | 4K/60p oversampled, 4K/120p (Super35), S-Cinetone, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/vehicle) | 759-point phase-detect, real-time Eye/Face AF, Product Showcase mode |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops | Electronic Active Steady Shot (no optical IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~570 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots equivalent |
| Weight | 493g body only | 293g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.0 × 69.0 × 75.1mm | 113.6 × 66.5 × 50.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Sony E-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type A slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, headphone jack |
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