Sony ZV-E10 vs Nikon D5300
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony ZV-E10 and Nikon D5300. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony ZV-E10 is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon D5300 is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.
Sony ZV-E10 were released 2021 and Nikon D5300 was released 2013. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony ZV-E10 | 2021 |
Nikon D5300 | 2013 |
Type of camera
Sony ZV-E10 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D5300 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony ZV-E10 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D5300 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony ZV-E10 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon D5300 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Sony ZV-E10 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D5300 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony ZV-E10 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D5300 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Sony ZV-E10 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D5300. Sony ZV-E10 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Nikon D5300 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony ZV-E10 | 100-32000 |
Nikon D5300 | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Sony ZV-E10 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5300 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5300 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony ZV-E10
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5300
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony ZV-E10 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Nikon D5300 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony ZV-E10 | 11 |
Nikon D5300 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony ZV-E10 and Nikon D5300 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D5300 weighs 480 gr (equal to 1.06 lb) which is 40% heavier than Sony ZV-E10 and its 343 gr (or 0.76 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony ZV-E10 | 343 gr 0.76 lb |
Nikon D5300 | 480 gr 1.06 lb |
Sony ZV-E10 vs Nikon D5300 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony ZV-E10 and Nikon D5300, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Name | Sony ZV-E10 | Nikon D5300 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Release Year | 2021 | 2013 |
Release Date | 2021-07-27 | 2013-10-17 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 729 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ X | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 10 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | No |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 39 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 1037000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 1920 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-In |
Remote Control | Supported (no further information) |
Optional with ML-L3 or WR-R10
|
GPS | No |
Yes Built-in |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon D5300 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL14a or EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 440 shots | 600 shots |
Width | 115 mm | 125 mm |
Height | 64 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 45 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 343 gram | 480 gram |