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Sony Action Cam HDR AS10 Review | 96 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Video resolution:1080pBattery life:162 minWaterproof depth:0 mElectronic image stabilization:yesMaximum 4K frame rate:0 fps

Sony Action Cam HDR AS10 Review: Compare 96 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Action cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

6.0

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the action camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best action cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

80%

5.3

Technical score

20%

9.2

User score

â–²Better than 50% of action-cameras
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Action cameras category across these key areas: Video, Photo, Display & Design, Connectivity & Audio, Battery, Ruggedness & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare action cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

30%

4.4

Video

22%

6.4

Photo

14%

4.0

Ruggedness & Storage

13%

6.5

Battery

11%

5.0

Connectivity & Audio

10%

5.6

Display & Design

â–¼Worse than 67% of action-cameras
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on 4,735 buyer reviews from online shops.
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User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
★Better than 92% of action-cameras
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Technical Specifications of action camera Sony Action Cam HDR AS10

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Action cameras category across these key areas: Video, Photo, Display & Design, Connectivity & Audio, Battery, Ruggedness & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare action cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

30%

4.4

Video

22%

6.4

Photo

14%

4.0

Ruggedness & Storage

13%

6.5

Battery

11%

5.0

Connectivity & Audio

10%

5.6

Display & Design

5.3
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on 4,735 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which action cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 77% of models
Popularity:
Sony Action Cam HDR AS10 has a popularity score of 8.7 points, which is higher than 76.5% of action cameras.
8.7
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the action camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components:

60%

6.0

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

7.1
Video resolution
1080p
Video resolution
1080p
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This action camera records video at 1080p, which is lower than that of 69.9% of action cameras.
Maximum 4K frame rate
0 fps
Maximum 4K frame rate
0 fps
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
This action camera has a maximum 4K frame rate of 0 fps, which is lower than that of 65.8% of action cameras and equal to that of 34.2% of action cameras.
Maximum 1080p frame rate
60 fps
Maximum 1080p frame rate
60 fps
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
Market range: <30 fps – >240 fps
This action camera has a maximum 1080p frame rate of 60 fps, which is higher than that of 23.8% of action cameras and equal to that of 33.8% of action cameras.
60 with firmware update.
Video bitrate
28 Mbps
Video bitrate
28 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <19 Mbps – >130 Mbps
This action camera has a video bitrate of 28 Mbps, which is lower than that of 77% of action cameras and equal to that of 2.4% of action cameras.
24 on original firmware.
Video codecs
H.264
Video codecs
H.264
â–¼ Worse than 33% of models
This action camera supports the following video codecs: H.264. Its codec support is more advanced than that of 2.4% of action cameras.
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Main camera megapixels
?
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
This action camera has a sensor size of 1/2.3", which is larger than that of 18.3% of action cameras.
Main camera aperture
?
Photo resolution
?
Field of view
170 °
Field of view
170 °
â–² Better than 45% of models
Market range: <128 ° – >360 °
This action camera has a field of view of 170 °, which is wider than that of 44.9% of action cameras.
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Built-in display
no
Built-in display
no
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
This action camera does not have a display. 72.6% of action cameras have a display.
Screen size
?
Touchscreen
no
Touchscreen
no
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This action camera does not include a touchscreen. 57.9% of action cameras support touchscreen input.
Secondary screen
?
Secondary screen resolution
?
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Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
This action camera does not support Wi-Fi connectivity. 93.2% of action cameras include Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
?
Bluetooth version
N/A
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 14% of models
This action camera does not support GPS. 13.9% of action cameras include GPS functionality.
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
This action camera does not include USB Type-C. 42.2% of action cameras use USB-C.
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Battery life
162 min
Battery life
162 min
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <60 min – >162 min
This action camera runs for 162 min per charge, which is longer than the battery life of 90.2% of action cameras and equal to the battery life of 0.6% of action cameras.
Battery power
1,240 mAh
Battery power
1,240 mAh
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >1.9k mAh
This action camera has a battery capacity of 1,240 mAh, which is higher than that of 58.1% of action cameras and equal to that of 3.8% of action cameras.
Charging time
2.92 h
Charging time
2.92 h
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
This action camera charges in 2.92 h, which is longer than the charging time of 71.7% of action cameras and equal to the charging time of 2.6% of action cameras.
About 4.08 h via computer USB.
Fast charging
no
Fast charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This action camera does not support fast charging. 18.8% of action cameras support fast charging.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 1% of models
This action camera does not support wireless charging. 0.6% of action cameras support wireless charging.
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Waterproof depth
Not waterproof m
Waterproof depth
Not waterproof m
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
This action camera is not rated for underwater use. 51.8% of cameras have a native waterproof depth rating.
60 with housing/case.
IP rating
?
Maximum operating temperature
40 °C
Maximum operating temperature
40 °C
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
Market range: <35 °C – >45 °C
This action camera has a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C, which is higher than that of 23.4% of action cameras and equal to that of 50.4% of action cameras.
Minimum operating temperature
-10 °C
Minimum operating temperature
-10 °C
â–² Better than 32% of models
Market range: <-20 °C – >0 °C
This action camera has a minimum operating temperature of -10 °C, which is lower than that of 31.9% of action cameras and equal to that of 44.7% of action cameras.
External memory slot
yes
External memory slot
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This action camera includes an external memory slot. This feature is present on 95.2% of action cameras.
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Sony Action Cam HDR AS10 vs the average action camera

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  • 72 min longer battery life
    Battery life
    162 min
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has longer battery life than the average action camera (162 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.
    162 min vs 90 min
  • Has microphone input
    Microphone input
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This action camera has microphone input, the average action camera does not. 26.8% of action cameras offer this feature.
  • Has 3.5 mm jack
    3.5 mm audio jack
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This action camera includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average action camera does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack. 8.4% of action cameras include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • Has HDMI output
    HDMI output
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This action camera supports HDMI output, the average action camera does not. 43.1% of action cameras support video-out features.
  • 34.8 mm narrower
    Width
    24.2 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <26.5 mm – >71.8 mm
    This action camera is narrower than the average action camera (24.2 mm vs 59 mm). The average action camera has a width of 59 mm.
    24.2 mm vs 59 mm
  • 14.7% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the action camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
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    Sony Action Cam HDR AS10
    the average action camera
    Sony Action Cam HDR AS10 has a higher user score than the average action camera (9.18 vs 8.000).
    9.18 vs 8
  • 40 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery life
    1,240 mAh min
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has a higher battery capacity than the average action camera (1240 mAh vs 1200 mAh). The average action camera has a battery capacity of 1200 mAh.
    1,240 mAh vs 1,200 mAh
  • 14.7% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the action camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Sony Action Cam HDR AS10
    the average action camera
    Sony Action Cam HDR AS10 has a higher user score than the average action camera (9.18 vs 8.000).
    9.18 vs 8
  • 34.8 mm narrower
    Width
    24.2 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <26.5 mm – >71.8 mm
    This action camera is narrower than the average action camera (24.2 mm vs 59 mm). The average action camera has a width of 59 mm.
    24.2 mm vs 59 mm
  • Has microphone input
    Microphone input
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This action camera has microphone input, the average action camera does not. 26.8% of action cameras offer this feature.
  • Has 3.5 mm jack
    3.5 mm audio jack
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This action camera includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average action camera does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack. 8.4% of action cameras include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • Has HDMI output
    HDMI output
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This action camera supports HDMI output, the average action camera does not. 43.1% of action cameras support video-out features.
  • 72 min longer battery life
    Battery life
    162 min
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has longer battery life than the average action camera (162 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.
    162 min vs 90 min
  • 40 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery life
    1,240 mAh min
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has a higher battery capacity than the average action camera (1240 mAh vs 1200 mAh). The average action camera has a battery capacity of 1200 mAh.
    1,240 mAh vs 1,200 mAh
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This action camera records at 1080p, a lower video resolution than the average action camera (5.3K).
    1080p vs 5.3K
  • 30 fps lower 4K frame rate
    Maximum 4K frame rate
    0 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
    This action camera has a lower 4K frame rate than the average action camera (0 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
    0 fps vs 30 fps
  • No touchscreen
    Touchscreen
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This action camera does not have a touchscreen, the average action camera does. 57.4% of action cameras support touchscreen input.
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This action camera does not support Wi-Fi, the average action camera does. 92.6% of action cameras offer Wi-Fi support.
  • 53.3% lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    28 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <19 Mbps – >130 Mbps
    This action camera has a lower video bitrate than the average action camera (28 Mbps vs 60 Mbps). The average action camera has a video bitrate of 60 Mbps.
    24 on original firmware.
    28 Mbps vs 60 Mbps
  • Does not have a display
    Built-in display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This action camera does not have a display, the average action camera does. 72.1% of action cameras have a display.
  • 1 m shallower waterproof depth
    Waterproof depth
    0 m
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >11 m
    This action camera has a lower waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (0 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
    60 with housing/case.
    0 m vs 1 m
  • 0.92 h longer charging time
    Charging time
    2.92 h
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
    This action camera has a higher charging time than the average action camera (2.9 h vs 2 h). The average action camera takes 2 h to charge.
    About 4.08 h via computer USB.
    2.92 h vs 2 h
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This action camera records at 1080p, a lower video resolution than the average action camera (5.3K).
    1080p vs 5.3K
  • 30 fps lower 4K frame rate
    Maximum 4K frame rate
    0 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
    This action camera has a lower 4K frame rate than the average action camera (0 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
    0 fps vs 30 fps
  • 53.3% lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    28 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <19 Mbps – >130 Mbps
    This action camera has a lower video bitrate than the average action camera (28 Mbps vs 60 Mbps). The average action camera has a video bitrate of 60 Mbps.
    24 on original firmware.
    28 Mbps vs 60 Mbps
  • No manual ISO control
    Manual ISO
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This action camera does not allow manual ISO control, the average action camera does. 84% of action cameras include this feature.
  • No manual white balance
    Manual white balance
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This action camera does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average action camera does. 90.6% of action cameras include this feature.
  • No touchscreen
    Touchscreen
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This action camera does not have a touchscreen, the average action camera does. 57.4% of action cameras support touchscreen input.
  • Does not have a display
    Built-in display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This action camera does not have a display, the average action camera does. 72.1% of action cameras have a display.
  • 6 older release date
    Release date
    2012
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This action camera is older than the average action camera (2012 vs 2018). The average action camera was released in 2018.
    Released in September 2012.
    2012 vs 2018
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This action camera does not support Wi-Fi, the average action camera does. 92.6% of action cameras offer Wi-Fi support.
  • No remote control support
    Remote control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This action camera offers weaker remote control support than the average action camera (no vs accessory).
  • 0.92 h longer charging time
    Charging time
    2.92 h
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
    This action camera has a higher charging time than the average action camera (2.9 h vs 2 h). The average action camera takes 2 h to charge.
    About 4.08 h via computer USB.
    2.92 h vs 2 h
  • 1 m shallower waterproof depth
    Waterproof depth
    0 m
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >11 m
    This action camera has a lower waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (0 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
    60 with housing/case.
    0 m vs 1 m
  • 96 GB smaller microSD limit
    Maximum microSD capacity
    32 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <32 GB – >1k GB
    This action camera has a lower maximum microSD capacity than the average action camera (32 GB vs 128 GB). The average action camera supports microSD cards up to 128 GB.
    64 GB may work unofficially.
    32 GB vs 128 GB

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Sony Action Cam review: Good, but not without its issues
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slashgear.com
05/11/2013
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What we like about Sony Action Cam HDR AS10

  • Equipped with high-quality Carl Zeiss wide-angle optics
  • Effective SteadyShot electronic image stabilization minimizes blur and shaking
  • High-speed recording modes allow for smooth 4x slow-motion video at 720p
  • Included rugged housing provides waterproof protection up to 60 metres (197 feet)
  • Includes a built-in stereo microphone and a standard 3.5mm external mic input
  • Slim, ultra-lightweight, and pocketable form factor
  • Features a removable battery and standard micro-HDMI output port

What we don't like about Sony Action Cam HDR AS10

  • Lacks built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, requiring manual file transfers via cable or card
  • Does not feature a built-in LCD screen to preview shots or frame video
  • The physical body lacks a flat base and cannot stand upright on its own without a mount or case
  • No built-in standard tripod mount on the camera body itself, requiring the external housing to attach to tripods
  • The external case blocks access to the microphone jack, HDMI, and USB ports when enclosed
  • Lacks a standard standalone photo mode, limiting still capture to automatic interval/time-lapse shots
  • Cannot rotate lenses or digitally flip footage 180 degrees internally if mounted upside down
  • The plastic lens on the waterproof housing scratches easily during rugged use

Verdict

The Sony HDR-AS10 is a lightweight (90g) action camera featuring a 1/2.3" Exmor R CMOS sensor and a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with an ultra-wide 170° field of view (120° with stabilization). Key characteristics include Full HD 1080p/30p recording, impressive 4x slow-motion capabilities at 720p/120fps, and built-in SteadyShot image stabilization. Major pros consist of its excellent low-light performance, crisp Carl Zeiss optics, and an included waterproof housing rated for depths up to 60 meters (197 feet). However, notable cons include the lack of built-in Wi-Fi (available only on the AS15 model), no integrated tripod mount on the camera body itself, and the inability to take standard still photos outside of interval recording mode.

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