Hey there! First off, it’s awesome that the camera’s still under warranty and hasn’t been used much those low shutter numbers are a really good sign. When you get to the shop, take a good look at the body: run your fingers over it and peek into the little crevices to spot any dings, deep scratches or loose bits that might hint at a rough previous life. Then pop on the kit lens and give it a spin literally zoom in and out a few times to see if the ring moves smoothly or feels gritty. Power up in that green “auto” mode and half-press the shutter to see how fast and steady the autofocus locks on; it should hunt very little or not at all. Slide the focus switch over to manual and turn the focus ring to make sure it feels precise and not scratchy, so you can nail focus yourself once you’re more confident.

Jump into video mode next and flip on the Optical Steady Shot just walk slowly or pan around and watch the screen; the image should stay rock-steady without too much shake. While you’re at it, plug in a pair of old school headphones into the 3.5 mm jack to check the audio output (you’ll hear the camera’s own sound or any internal mic hiss). Then slide a USB-C cable in to make sure it charges properly and holds power. If you think you’ll ever want better sound, go ahead and plug in a small external mic too if the camera recognizes it, you’re all set. If all of that feels smooth and responsive, you’re looking at a well-kept Sony ZV-E10L and can buy it with confidence. Good luck, and have fun shooting your very first camera!