Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 395g - 124 x 98 x 76mm
- Launched August 2016
- Previous Model is Nikon D3300
- Renewed by Nikon D3500
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 343g - 115 x 64 x 45mm
- Revealed July 2021

Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D3400 (24MP) and the ZV-E10 (24MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The D3400 was released 6 years before the ZV-E10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D3400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony ZV-E10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the D3400 scores vs the ZV-E10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D3400 & Sony ZV-E10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D3400 Gallery & Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3400 over the Sony ZV-E10
D3400 | ZV-E10 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E10 over the Nikon D3400
ZV-E10 | D3400 | |||
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Revealed | July 2021 | ![]() | August 2016 | Fresher by 60 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D3400 and Sony ZV-E10
D3400 | ZV-E10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D3400 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E10 has dimensions of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the D3400 vs the ZV-E10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D3400 and ZV-E10 is 70 and 86 respectively.

Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D3400 and ZV-E10.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older D3400 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D3400 vs Sony ZV-E10 Specifications
Nikon D3400 | Sony ZV-E10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D3400 | Sony ZV-E10 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-08-17 | 2021-07-30 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 425 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 150 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto slow sync, Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill-flash, Off, Rear-curtain sync, Rear-curtain with slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 395g (0.87 lbs) | 343g (0.76 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 115 x 64 x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 86 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1192 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 photographs | 440 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL14a | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $397 | $699 |