Z50 IIvs ZV-E10
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
All-Round Photography — Z50 II (2024): Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
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
Z50 II (2024)
- Beginners stepping into the Nikon Z system wanting improved autofocus
- Content creators who want APS-C Z quality with subject detection AF
- Z50 owners who want meaningfully better AF performance for people and pets
- Travel photographers wanting a compact, capable Z body at an accessible price
ZV-E10 (2021)
- Vloggers and content creators wanting interchangeable lenses on a budget
- Beginners moving up from a smartphone who want a proper camera for video
- YouTubers who need a lightweight APS-C camera with a flip screen
- ZV-1 owners who want the flexibility of swappable lenses
Quick take: The zv-e10 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the zv-e10 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Z50 II (2024) | ZV-E10 (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £399 |
| Sensor | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.9MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | Phase-detect, 425 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (use OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~330 shots (CIPA) | ~440 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 385g body only | 343g body only |
| Dimensions | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm | 115.2 × 64.2 × 44.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Z50 II | ZV-E10 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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