Nikon Zfvs ZV-E10
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
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
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
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 nikon zf has the highest resolution at 24mp; the zv-e10 is the most affordable; only the nikon zf is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Nikon Zf (2023) | ZV-E10 (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,699 | £399 |
| Sensor | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.5MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | Phase-detect, 425 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops | None (use OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~440 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 710g with battery | 343g body only |
| Dimensions | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm | 115.2 × 64.2 × 44.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Nikon Zf | ZV-E10 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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