Seconding the recommendation above! I saw this post earlier and just had to chime in because I've honestly been through the exact same struggle with the ZV-E10 series. I actually bought the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for Sony E first and, man, what a mistake for vlogging. It’s a gorgeous lens but it's lowkey a brick. Lugging that thing around on a small camera body is just not it... it makes the whole setup front-heavy and awkward. Here is the thing about the ZV-E10 II—that Active Stabilization is basically mandatory if you’re walking and talking, but it adds a massive crop (around 1.44x). So like, that 16mm lens ends up looking like a 35mm equivalent. Unless you have arms like a pro basketball player, your face is gonna fill the whole screen!! This is why you NEED to go wider. The Samyang AF 12mm f/2.0 E mentioned earlier is a solid value at roughly $330, but if you want something even wider to really combat that crop, check out the Sony E 11mm f/1.8. It’s usually $498 new, but you can find it used for under $400 if you look on eBay or MPB. It’s tiny, super light, and the AF is native so it’s lightning fast. Another sleeper hit is the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM ASPH ED E-mount. It sits right at $399 usually. It’s f/1.4, which is killer for indoor/low-light setups, and way more manageable than the Sigma. Honestly, the 11mm or 13mm range is the sweet spot for this camera. Don't make the same mistake I did and buy something too narrow or heavy... your wrists will thank you lol. Good luck with the vlogs!

In my experience, i tried the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for Sony E and it was not as good as expected... its basically too heavy. honestly, check out the Samyang AF 12mm f/2.0 E. its usually around $330 and way wider, so that stabilization crop wont ruin your shots. unfortunately the AF isnt perfect but its light and definitely better bang for your buck imo. gl!

Not to disagree, but I’ve had a different experience with budget glass on the ZV-E10 II. While the Samyang mentioned above is okay, I’m always a bit cautious about their long-term reliability and AF consistency. Honestly, if you want something that actually handles that heavy stabilization crop without being a total brick, I’d suggest these: * Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 E Lens for Sony E-Mount: This is lowkey the best value. It’s significantly wider than the Sigma 16mm, so your head wont fill the entire screen when you're holding it at arm's length. Just make sure to update the lens firmware immediately to keep the autofocus snappy!
* Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G Lens: If you can snag a used one under $400, do it. It’s f/4, but native glass is just way safer for tracking eyes while you walk. Basically, the Viltrox is the winner for low light. Just be careful with the weight balance... it’s still kinda chunky but worth it! gl!

Honestly, when youre looking at the ZV-E10 II, youre basically choosing between native integration and raw value. From a market research perspective, the APS-C E-mount ecosystem has exploded lately, and you really have to look at how the lens communicates with the BIONZ XR processor for things like focus breathing compensation and gyro data. * **Sony Native:** You cant go wrong with any of the newer wide-angle primes from Sony. They have the best linear motors for silent AF, which is basically crucial if you dont want motor noise in your vlogs.
* **Tamron:** If you want a balance of weight and optics, just get any wide prime from Tamron. Their weight distribution is usually spot on for small gimbals or handheld use.
* **Third-Party Brands:** These are great for light gathering (f/1.4 usually), but just make sure the brand has a good track record for firmware updates to keep up with Sonys AF tracking. Basically, if you stay within the G-series or the more established third-party lines, the edge-to-edge sharpness and AF tracking will be miles ahead of the kit lens. I always tell people to prioritize the brand that offers the best metadata support for post-production stabilization!