IDK what camera you were using at the time, but the focus is all over the place. I traded my Z5 for the Z6 ii. The auto focus was better. But then gave up the Z6ii for the Zf. It's a classic, and a perfect fit for me.

Personally I’ve been hating seeing all these people say that instead of getting the z76/7ii, they got the z8 because the price was right there… not like it’s about $2,000 more. That’s not just a simple jump or, “Well I was gonna spend $1,900, but decided to go with the $4,000 camera because it was close”…

Some people still don't realize that the Z8 is a complete body, a true successor to the D850. Those who owns the Z8 will tell you that. It will serve its owner forever. Also, who knows what future firmware updates Nikon will incorporate to the Z8 down the road? perhaps more RED features, which I'm expecting to see. Honestly, all mirrorless bodies across brands are good. We, the consumer are spolied for choice as we know can choose which body fits our budget? Also, lenses too are now more diversified then ever. Nowdays, 3rd party lenses have caught up in terms of quality. The only deficit is us ourselves. Are we knowledgeable enough to master the features in the camera we hold. Great video bro

Hands down, the best video of its type. Thanks so much, from a lifetime Nikon F-mount shooter (amateur) that is switching over to mirrorless.

Massive pro: No compromises, sweet spot form factor Con: learning curve on image banks, waaay smarter than I am! 👍🏽

I have a Z50 and prefer the fold down screen over the new “flippy” screen. I’m not a blogger and rarely ever take selfies so I’m happy with the apparent ruggedness of the original screen with two hinges over these delicate single hinge flippys.

I made the mistake of getting a Z6iii to partner my Z8. They don't work remotely the same control wise so muscle memory doesn't work and I can't control the focus even closely as easily as the Z8. I just wish they didn't cripple the controls compared to the Z8. Give us "Recall Shooting Functions" and "Cycle AF-area mode".

The Z8 is my backup to the Z9. I'm more likely to take the Z8 for a trip over the Z9 and oddly I miss not using the Z9 when I use the Z8. Cannot explain it but that is the way it goes for me. I intend to keep these cameras for a long time. The cameras deliver what I need, and I am on the decline of having any reason to keep up with the latest camera tech anymore. I hope that I'm using the Z9 like I see people still using the D3 (a 17 year old camera).

I'll be using the Z8 & Z9 as long as they do all I ask of them ... 🦘

Right now im looking a video camera with good processor, tracking, and no video record time limit. The missed IBIS was a hard hit but adding a gimbal stabilizer would fix all that. 31 presets and video nlog + preset built in is great. I thought about alot and decided to pre order it. I was going to buy a DJI action 5 for video but the nikon Z50ii will be a much better ally....

The z8 impresses me every single time I use it. Never any remorse.

70-200 2.8 Overpriced? Which drugs do you take, man???

I have both. I probably, I think, agree with the content of your video. I don't, and never have, shot video. Cheers from Australia (36 deg C forecast in my country town today). 🙂🙂

Nikon D4 12 years later. Still going strong😎

I got the Z8 a little under a year ago, it's my first Nikon and probably my favorite camera I have ever had.

nice quick video man.... I am currently rocking the OG z6 and really struggling with either going z63 or z8.. I'm not really a video guy and more concerned about images.. Is it worth the step up in your opinion?

Well said. If the A1 II is any indication, we've plateaued tech-wise and all improvements will be incremental improvements for a while which is fine...I've got all I need for a good long time.

I have been using a z6ii. Figured I'd go z6iii but when it was released at the price point it was I decided to grab a very lightly used Z8 for slightly more than I'd pay for the z6iii in my area after taxes etc. Very happy I went Z8. All other benefits aside I am surprised how much better the image quality is- and I never had any complaints about the files coming from the z6ii.

Another great video Wade. To boot Z8 is now 3K cheaper than the brand new Sony A1/2. No brainer, I love my Z8 and Z6/3

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To be fair, both Canon's and Sony's offerings at this price point don't have IBIS either. If you want an APSC camera from them that has IBIS you pay $400-$500 more. Nikon has room to grow their APSC lineup for sure. I doubt they will though.

You are mistaken on the "Tamaron" 17-28 and 28-75. Both are junk compared with the S glass. The 28-75 is total rubbish

Just wondering if Z5011 is better than Sony A6700?

great video thank you!

Still think I will go for a D7500, but I learned new things so thanks.

The 28-135mm is a real no brainer for me. This is a shut up and take my money lens. Video focused, internal zoom, fixed F4, yes please! Drop this on a newer Z-body (mine will go on a Z9) and mount it on a gimbal, tripod optional. DJI active subject track, composition done from the app on your phone. Slam dunk talking head and B-roll. Get the video head out and drive it yourself for subjects. Wait.. what about that 2X you get for free on the Z9!! Yeah... winner winner, chicken dinner. If you can map the PZ AND that zoom...

Well a new lens. Instead of that people shoudn't forget to focus on their photo editing software and their hardware. Still running lightroom 2.0 on windows XP and a pentium? Time to upgrade right?

I think what people miss on the 50II is that Nikon made some nice upgrades and the price hasn’t changed. The Expeed 7 on an “entry” level camera is a nice shift from Nikon, who typically put the last gen processors in the beginner and even mid level bodies previously.

Can you post the list somewhere or the chart ?

My go-to setup for events is my Z6iii paired with the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 and my trusty D780 with the 17-35mm AF-S ED. To be honest, I still find myself slightly preferring the D780’s files when working in low light at higher ISO settings. Even though this video predates the Z6iii, it’s a good reminder that my D780 and its collection of F-mount lenses are far from obsolete-they’re sticking around for the long haul!

Won't buy this camera. Would buy it if it had IBIS, despite the sensor age. Would use it for street with à Sigma 16mm AF. So Nikon, let's have à Z80 or something, launched along with a DX 16mm wide-aperture pancake. Meanwhile I'll be using a FF Z body, wishing it were smaller, and being attracted to Fuji.

I always regretted getting the 24-120 over the second 24-70. A 24-120 PZ would have been preferred but I still want one. Now I have an excuse to get a new lens ...🦘

I had stated in 2023 that Nikon would edge into cine lenses based on their earlier statement about focusing on high end cameras. Then the acquisition of Red occurred which pretty much sealed the deal on cine development. More lenses to come, and better yet, improvements in focusing and camera capabilities. Yay Nikon! Good video Zack. Love the humor and content. You are Going places! 😂

Has anyone confirmed if this isn’t actually the Sony lens in a Nikon case? It’s shockingly similar to Sony’s lens.

I video only a little bit. If my dedicated video camera dies, then it would be a big step up to get this lens to replace that old RX10 iv.

The new Z50ii is the perfect upgrade to the Z50. More speed, better autofocus, better battery. Upgrade now !!!! The best Nikon travel kit camera that fits in a small bag with all the extras!

You know what this means? More lenses are coming! Great job Nikon, and well done ZWade!!! Keep it coming !

When I saw this lens announced, i immediately knew I wanted it. I’ve heard a lot of ppl complain about it being an f4 but for video work, that f4 aperture is perfectly fine for me. I always wanted the Sony version of this lens but the optics in it were not the best, and that’s one area that I know Nikon will not disappoint in

I'd love to see more PZ lenses in the future. The idea of controlling the zoom via the app seems really practical to me

Ibis is not needed because all dx lenses have VR. All telephoto lenses that would benefit from an apsc camera have VR. If you want to use FX lenses on it and want IBIS just use a Z6ii or z6iii

My OG Z50 was purchased to be a knockabout travel street camera. I have no complaints with the autofocus. The two things that might compel me to upgrade weren’t addressed: the sensor and IBIS.

For me the Z50II is a dream camera at the moment mainly because it's priced right for my budget and I want a camera with Expeed 7, bird af, faster than my Z5 & Z30 camera. Do you make Luminar Neo presets?

So the engineer at Nikon who wanted to include IBIS this time was instantly fired by the management of course.

I have a D7500 but the Z50 II can only be considered as a replacement, not really a significant upgrade. Right now, I am not bothered as the D7500 only has 40,000+ shutter clicks and still has a lot of life left in it. So I guess I can wait for a Z50 III in a few years' time!

In the camera shop I tried the focus ring with my eyes shut so I could really sense the mechanical functioning of both 1.4 and 1.8S lenses focus ring. The 1.4 felt rougher and had a definite ‘tick’ in one spot within the focus range . The 1.8s focus ring felt butter smooth and was definitely higher quality. You do get what you pay for and the S glass and better mechanical functioning and engineering of the S line was a no brainer, for me anyway.

Seems like a fun lens. To have zoom control on your camera as it's mounted in a remote location could be great for film use, particularly on a crane or aerial slide. I have questions about focus breathing on such a design because most of the coping mechanisms to keep that constant aperture make correcting that issue even more complex. Im also interested in seeing if the "T-stop" is constant. Its typical for transmission efficiency to drop with near focus.

I really like my Z50, i think this would be an excellent upgrade.

If this camera included IBIS, this could've been a winner before it was in your hands. This was a missed opportunity for Nikon. I'm sure this is more for wildlife since those lenses typically come with VR.

My biggest grip with this camera is the "upgraded" battery. The battery life is the worst in the existing dx line up. Just put a bigger battery in there, it's already a bigger and heavier camera.

hello, can i ask what did you use to record the EVF? I want to create some workshop or clasess but displaying the EVF would be an amazing add on value.