RX100 VIvs ZV-E10
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
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
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
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 | RX100 VI (2018) | ZV-E10 (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £700 | £399 |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF | Phase-detect, 425 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | Optical SteadyShot | None (use OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 24fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~240 shots (CIPA) | ~440 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 301g (with battery and card) | 343g body only |
| Dimensions | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm | 115.2 × 64.2 × 44.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | RX100 VI | ZV-E10 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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