Only thing I care about is the shutter button. Clicky or squishy

I have been a fan of Nikon until have the Sony a7Riii. I was expecting more updates in Z50ii. But it is a very old sensor & without IBIS 👎. There are nothing improvement in dynamic range.

Hey, great review. Can this thing fire bursts at say 1/8th of full power ? Would the DP series be better for this ? They sell QT series for continuous shooting, but these flashes are very expensive, and I don't think I need THAT level of perfomance, but I will do some shootings in a row.

You said that Canon has a larger selection of crop-frame lenses than Nikon. Have you tried shooting a Canon (or Sony) lens on the Z50? I see they sell adaptors but I don't know if all features of the lens work. I also have Nikon gear going back to the F2 era. Does the Z50 handle well with FTZ and f-mount lenses? (I know that any lens with no focus motor is manual)

This is still a great video to turn to (as well as the full written guide). Thank you!

Mine arrives tomorrow as a replacement for my old 80d.

Z9 & F6 most beautiful cameras..besides some Large Format.

Thanks for this detailed video, I’ve been watching many trying to decide if the R5 mk2 with this lens or the 100-500 would be the best pick for surf photography. I live in front of a terrific surf spot which is some 200m out to sea. After hearing your review I’m now leaning toward the 200-800 lens as most surf photography is at least 30-40 metres away, and for it’s few minor shortcomings I think this one is the winner. I must admit I was very interested in your comments about not shooting in Raw because in the past I haven’t as I can often get coverage out quicker than those that do. The only thing I would’ve liked to also hear was how it performed for video as I like to shoot both. Thanks again.

I actually bought one of those G.N. lenses! I probably used it twice, so it was not a wise choice. 🤣

Till tbey do something about battery life - D500 is rockin it.

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15:31 so about lenses being made in their home field, i looked at my RF 85mm f2 and that ones made in Malaysia, I’m assuming their budget non L lenses are all made elsewhere for budget reasons. Doesn’t bother me but I’d thought I should share that.

10/10 Content Bro!

As someone who primarily uses manual focus adapted ed glass for concerts, i havent run into any focusing issues with manual, almost any lens adapts to it to!

So ken a quicky plz , is it awesome for indoor videos like a tech video with face ? Can we fit external microphone?

These old cameras are just fun to use. I do not really know why, they just are. The newest camera I have is a Nikon D-7200. I know, it's not exactly old.... but there have been lots ov advances since it came out.

Hi Ken Rockwell DotCom

Love your videos-you are the best!!!!!

A complete and interesting test, as usual, Mr Rockwell. I think it should be seen as a plus for someone who shoots a lot around 200. What I really like about this lens, apart from its weird range, is the memory recall and, above all, the fact that when you walk into the room, you're the boss ! As much as I like YT videos, I wonder if I'd rather be reading Ken Rockwell ;-)

- " Do you need this lens " -> no, you don't 😂 And ... it's true. But I like this kind of big rock, when you use it, you know why. Personnally, I like the 180, more compact but this is another story and a 180 f/2.8 IS NOT a 200 f/2. Super complete test ...as usual with Ken. ❤

Nice, complete and interesting review ...as always :-) ❤

A 200mm on APS-C is a really compelling alternative. Somehow doubt preset focus adjusts for temperature changes so you're not going to prefocus on the moon in daylight & have stars in focus at night.

I've just got one of these with the 180-600 lens for wildlife.

Thanks for you time and information on the 200-800 lenes , considering to trade the 100-500mm for the 200-800mm. On the 100-400mm lens. Is it only the two extender that is ll will work because the lll extender will not fit together. Or did I miss. Something? Thank you again

Does it overheat when shooting long video clips like 1 hour

Great video.

Brilliant summimg up 😂

De-clicked is for video specifically, as you sort of mentioned. The de-clicked aperture ring is the standard on cinema lenses, you don't want those micro-jitters of the clicks when you're adjusting your iris while you're rolling. A switch however to enable/disable a clicked aperture ring would've been a great feature for a lens at this price point. Great review.

Is it worth getting a film camera that sets exposure in thirds of a stop instread of half-stops when shooting transparency film? Sometimes i think i could get more accurate exposures if i could have finer control, but would that make a visible difference? I have Nikon f80 and am thinking about f100, because of this, but wouldn't want to lug around more heavy and bigger camera if it would not make a difference.

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Just letting everyone know you should also take into account AF features, shutter speeds ect especially with fast moving subjects.👍 Also benefits of a full frame camera other than image quality.😊

Hi Ken, any plans to do a video review / tutorial on the Canon R1?

Great review Ken! Glad to see Canon made this an internal zoom. When were you up at Watkins Glen? That was a great shot of that Porsche (0:33 doesn't look like turn 10 🤔). I've been there many times. Either way, nice photo. Love your website too!

Sensor should gave gotten an upgrade

You ROCK, Ken. Thank you!

Thanks for video, would you recommend this to buy in 2025 ?

Can you mount the R50 on the EF 100-400 L?

Can this lens take a teleconvertor ?? unlike the Predessessor

thank you

Great stuff and helpful as always, Ken! I may be taking a couple of my RF lenses and selling them to get this lens into my bag...

@JaredPolin is probably picking up anything he can find throwing it in fits of rage over Ken shooting not in just JPEG, but in the lowest quality JPEG. Steven better lay low until Jared wears himself out and takes a nap. RAW talk will be spicey this next week. I heard Ken is making a guest appearance😂

Question .. If one gives priority to photo over video and size factor over taking extenders .. is the first RF 70-200 f/2.8 at a good price a bargain 😅 Thanks Ken 🙏

Merci 🙏 Ken !

how often are you using this lens, Im not used to the composition on the long end other than if I'm taking pictures of birds do you have an article on it, I know theres an article on wide lenses

Eh? Given that it has dials for shutter speed and aperture... what does the PASM switch do? Don't you just set the settings, like on Fuji?... I don't get the function of the PASM...

I shoot Nikon for 20 years and I always trust your reviews and your website, Ken. It looks like you are smartest and most honest reviewer of all and you know so much, like nobody else!

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I get better results from this lens, than some lenses that are nearly four times the price. Love it with my Z-50!! Thanks Ken.

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Great close up video all the way though, so many reviews have someones face going on with very few clips of the product, this is a great review!