Recently, camera manufacturers have criminally neglected entry-level cameras. As a result, hardly any new models have come onto the market that are available from specialist retailers for less than 1000 euros - let alone for less than 500 euros. In the days of DSLRs, the choice in this price range was much greater...

The ZV-E10 is the most affordable system camera from Sony and is fully focussed on video, where it scores with great picture and sound, long recording times and additional functions such as portrait format video, microphone connection or the option to record in log format. The ZV-E10 also delivers great quality photos if you can do without a viewfinder and flash.

The ZV-E10 is not the first choice for photographers, although its photo functions are certainly impressive. But the lack of a viewfinder is likely to put many prospective customers off - they should perhaps look at an Alpha from the 6000 series instead. For all vloggers or video producers, however, the camera is ideally suited...

High-quality videos are also no problem for the Alpha 6600 and Alpha 6700. The Alpha 6700 even manages slow-motion videos at 120 frames per second in 4K. However, if you are looking for a camera that specialises in video recording, the Sony ZV series is the right choice. These models are designed for content production and have everything you need to create high-quality content in the desired format...

First things first: every APS-C camera listed in this technology special can be used for both photography and filming. Accordingly, each of the models presented can also be used to create YouTube, Twitch or TikTok films. However, the three cameras you will find on this double page are actually aimed specifically at content creators and have some practical special features...

The ZV-E10 is a real mini and, like the Nikon Z30, is fully geared towards top-quality video recording - here the Sony scores with great picture and sound, long recording times and many additional functions such as portrait format video, microphone connection or the option of recording in log format. The disadvantage of the ZV- E10 and Z30 is that they both lack a flash and viewfinder.