Sony ZV-E10 vs Nikon Z5
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony ZV-E10 and Nikon Z5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony ZV-E10 is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon Z5 is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.
Sony ZV-E10 were released 2021 and Nikon Z5 was released 2020. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony ZV-E10 | 2021 |
Nikon Z5 | 2020 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony ZV-E10 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z5 has a "Nikon FX"-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 Z5 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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
Sony ZV-E10 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z5 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 Z5 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Nikon Z5 has a 1 % larger resolution than Sony ZV-E10. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon Z5 has a larger ISO-range than Sony ZV-E10. Nikon Z5 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Sony ZV-E10 has 100 to 32000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony ZV-E10 | 100-32000 |
Nikon Z5 | 100-51200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony ZV-E10
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z5
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 Z5 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony ZV-E10 | 11 |
Nikon Z5 | 4,5 |
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 Z5 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 Z5 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 97% heavier than Sony ZV-E10 and its 343 gr (or 0.76 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony ZV-E10 | 343 gr 0.76 lb |
Nikon Z5 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Sony ZV-E10 vs Nikon Z5 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony ZV-E10 and Nikon Z5, 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 Z5 |
Name | Sony ZV-E10 | Nikon Z5 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
Release Year | 2021 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2021-07-27 | 2020-07-21 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 1399 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ X | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 10 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
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 Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 273 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z 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 |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 200% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8x | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 3689400 |
Photography features |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 4,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight 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 Z5 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 1920 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Supported (no further information) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Nikon Z5 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 440 shots | 470 shots |
Width | 115 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 64 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 45 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 343 gram | 675 gram |