Nikkor 50-250 DX LENS on the Nikon Z50 📷 // POV Street Photography

[@RolandKaufmann]

What was your favourite picture of the video? Mine would have to be the girl jumping off the pier! 🏊‍♀️

[@savewithfearchannel]

Really cool video and vibe. The lighting was GREAT. Good job and thanks.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you Michael! Sunset at the beach rarely disappoints :).

[@eltinjones4542]

You didn't bore me to death with specs about the camera and lens but the photos spoke for themselves A nice piece of kit indeed. I'm not surprised I've got Nikons DSLRs myself 📷👍

[@RolandKaufmann]

It’s a great combo! Every time I take it out the results are surprisingly good. Thanks for watching!

[@havocarius]

This is the second video of yours I've stumbled into while looking for samples from the Z50 and its kit lenses. I adore your chill vibe and aesthetic, and you convinced me to get the camera. Also, subbed. Keep up the good work!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you for the kind words! Happy to hear my videos could help you with your decision :). Let me know if you have any questions about your Z50. I’ll do my best to answer them.

[@dizidoesdownhill]

Very nice video - and great compositional skills.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you 😊

[@daleheit1297]

Love watching your videos. I, too, have and use a z50. What you do makes photography fun.

[@RolandKaufmann]

That's awesome! Thanks for the kind words. Team Z 50 😎

[@spencersedley2392]

Great video man. I'm new to the photography space and was considering whether to get a z50. After watching many reviews and not being sure if I really want to purchase one. I am now certain I NEED one after the beautiful photography in which you displayed throughout the video. Keep up the great work!!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks so much, glad I could help! It’s been a great camera for me for the past 3 years. Hopefully you love it as much as I do :).

[@TJ-ct9rr]

Holy shiet. Your eye for composition is outstanding. You inspired me to go out and take photos.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks so much!! Glad to hear 🙌🏼

[@alistairpower]

Super chilled wandering about with your camera - love the background music also. Just watched 3 videos back to back with my wife on a big TV and you are getting me excited about getting out with cameras again.

[@RolandKaufmann]

That’s sooo awesome to hear Al! Makes all the time making these videos videos worth it 🙌🏼

[@MikeHolman]

Love the sharpness of this lens, you've inspired me with your shots. 👍 Lovely location.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks so much for checking it out!! Hopefully the photos you take will inspire the next person!

[@bigboi36]

Don’t sleep on the 50-250mm The sharpness is quite good for a Kit Lens. I have a 70-200 VR G lens which is sharp also but I only use for gigs and low light. But bro 😎 daylight and walkabout street the kit lenses are far from capable… matter of fact I seldomly applied sharpening in post. Again for personal/ family etc… it’s really ideal

[@RolandKaufmann]

@@bigboi36 oh it’s not being slept on 😅. I use the 50-250 during the day when 2.8 is unnecessary like you said.

[@bigboi36]

@@RolandKaufmann ha ha ...your quick with it 🤣

[@tomgodzik8951]

I have the same camera. I have no use for the 16-50mm lens. I have a 200-500mm lens and a 50-250mm lens for my photography. Great video. Thanks for sharing this video with us. ❤❤❤

[@RolandKaufmann]

Very cool! Thanks for stopping by. I want to try out some longer focal lengths as well. What do you shoot with the 200-500?

[@poche660]

My favorite was the man's arm outside the car window or the tailights on the Chevy.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Hey, thanks! The arm out the window is a fan favourite 🤓

[@Chris_Palmer]

Well done Brother! I really enjoyed it and the images turned out great!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Hey Chris! Thanks for checking it out and the kind words 🙌🏼. Should have another one in the works very soon!

[@Chris_Palmer]

@@RolandKaufmann awesome man!! Can't wait

[@fairuddinmas8083]

I like see your picture..you give me a lot of inspiration with 50-250 lens😊

[@RolandKaufmann]

That’s awesome! Love to hear it :). I use that lens a lot.

[@lerga245]

The one with two birds. So beautiful

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you!! I printed that one out as a black and white. It turned out nice :).

[@airmetalmedia]

I like the style of these videos. Also as someone looking to jump from Canon 250D to Z mount, the Z50 looks like a ridiculously underrated camera! I watched your video of your hike in the forest with the 35mm and the video quality looked great!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks so much! Z50 is a very solid option to get into the Z ecosystem. If you can spend a little more the Z5 is also a good option as you get a Full Frame sensor. If you have any questions about the Z50, ask away!

[@airmetalmedia]

@@RolandKaufmann I mainly shoot automotive and aviation. Good autofocus and fast burst speed is what I'd like. Wouldn't be the end of the world to keep the slow burst rate of my 250D if I went with the Z5, the increase in low light, wider fov and better dynamic range would be nice to have. The two things I wanted to ask is how big is the Z50? Also how is the autofocus and burst speed? I shoot mainly photo but also looking to do more video. Thanks

[@RolandKaufmann]

@@airmetalmedia the Z50 is a really compact little camera actually. The best part is that it still has a very robust grip so it’s very comfortable to hold. I think you can get 11fps in photo mode. As far as auto focus goes it’s good but not great. I get best results using the “single point” AF mode. One final note, it does have quite a bit of rolling shutter when shooting higher shutter speeds and panning with subjects. Something to keep in mind.

[@LudwigDrummer0013]

That watch shot out of the car was dope 🔥

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks man!! I really liked that one too. The headlights from the car behind were perfect.

[@LudwigDrummer0013]

@@RolandKaufmann absolutely! almost like you set up the lighting for it haha. As a watch guy, a car guy, and a photography guy it was very satisfying lol

[@RolandKaufmann]

Hahaha the trifecta! My dads a huge car guy so anytime I see a cool one I have to get a shot.

[@alexeraw]

I really enjoyed the video, can't wait for the next one !

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks! Happy to hear ☺️. Next one shouldn’t be too far away!

[@wizaku]

Really love your pics, i have a z30, now I am looking for that lens, you are very good choosing the spots, new suscriber here

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you for the kind words! It’s the perfect lens for the Z50/Z30! You’ll love it. I made a few other POV videos with it as well if you want to see more photos :).

[@screachog-reilige]

great video! its convinced me to get this lens today lol, I loved the shot of the perched seagull with another one flying under

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you for the kind words!! Hope you enjoy the lens as much as I do :).

[@villemattias]

Very nice video, really inspiring me to do some similar photography when I get my Z50 as an almost complete beginner 👍📷

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you Ville!! Best of luck in your photography journey! The Z50 has been my first camera too so you should have a good time :).

[@stephanietkaczuk1985]

Great video Roland! I enjoyed your interaction with the motor rider. Those hills are steep!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks mom! I can’t imagine trying to ride those hills on a motorcycle 😬

[@bigboi36]

Steph likes a bike ☺

[@stephanietkaczuk1985]

I have ridden a motorcycle on those hills!

[@1234buzza]

New subscriber and I have watched a few and how you get great pics out of your camera. What mode and general settings did you use at night for these pics? When I watch your videos it makes me realise how much I have to learn (I have 8 weeks experience with the z50 and one week now with the Z50ii, one each for my wife and watching your pictures inspired me to learn quicker. I have the kits lens 18-50, 50-250 and the Nikon 35mm 1.4….. I also have a few VILTROX 1.4 lenses that a mate gave me. I would never think of using the 50-250 at night in the street and watching

[@RolandKaufmann]

I’m glad you are enjoying the videos, keep practicing! The 16-50 and 50-250 are excellent lenses for all kinds of situations. At night I have to shoot at a slower shutter speed (closer to 1/200th). Also raise the ISO to around 1000. It’s a balancing act haha if the shutter speed goes too low you can get motion blur in the photos, but raising the ISO too high can lead to a grainy image. Let me know if you have anymore questions :).

[@douglaslineham3099]

I have just purchased a Z50 camera and very interested in your work. Kind regards and very best wishes from New Zealand.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks so much! You’ve come to the right place :). I have lots more Z50 content in the works!

[@bearfrye2177]

Hi, I notice that sometimes you use relatively high ISO like 2500 and 4000, and keep the shutter speed below 1/200. What if using lower ISO and lower shutter speed like 1/100? And how did you keep your photo clean with high ISO, did you use lightroom AI denoise? BTW It's a great vid and I really enjoy watching it!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Hey, thanks for the question. I think I was trying to bring in more light while also keeping things relatively sharp. The Z50 can handle ISO around 3-4000. Where it starts to fall apart is up in the 8-10,000 in my experience. Never tried AI de noise on any of my photos.

[@bearfrye2177]

@@RolandKaufmann Thanks a lot for your reply😀

[@jakubpivarnik]

idk if i missed it but how did u edit those photos , if you did.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Edited them in Lightroom with basic exposure adjustments, nothing too crazy!

[@rashey89]

Excelent video Roland! I'm about to hit z30 with both 16-50 and 50-250mm Lens. This video just made me certain, sharpness You present od fantastic for me. Great work! Consider implementing photo parameters in post. Thank You so much!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you for the kind words Michal. I’m positive you’ll get great results with that setup! I’ll keep on experimenting with displaying camera settings. I don’t put them on the photo cause I found it to be too much to look at all at once. I’ve tried a different way of displaying in a couple other videos. What are your thoughts on this method…? KIT LENS Street Photography (POV) // Nikkor Z 16-50 DX // Nikon Z 50 📷 kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXO2cqiCbLSphcU

[@rashey89]

@@RolandKaufmann I usually pause the video to see the photo and the settings BUT video You replied to me solves the topic. Great work and thank You for your engagement! Wish You more great frames!:)

[@RolandKaufmann]

@@rashey89 ahhh okay good to know. I’ll try and add more settings in future videos. Cheers! Best of luck with your Z30 :).

[@rashey89]

@@RolandKaufmann Hope I will not miss viewfinder after my old Canon 70D :D

[@RolandKaufmann]

@@rashey89 haha I’m sure it will take some time to get used to it. The weight savings will be wonderful though 💪🏼.

[@mohammedsuhan4015]

I'm amazed by your skills and the output.. Of the images taken. These all are really good photos and not something I expected from nikon z50 with 50-250 lens.. I always had this cam on mind and was in doubt whether to buy.. Now I'm quite convinced to buy this.. Are all these images edited or straight out of the camera.. If edited then which software 🤔?

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you Mohammed!! The Z 50 is a great little camera for all kinds of photography! If you have any questions about yours (when you get it) ask away. All of the (RAW) images were edited in Lightroom. Usually just adjusting exposure a little bit :).

[@unboxtechph3685]

You just inspired me to do photography, i live in white rock area and i just bought z50 :)

[@RolandKaufmann]

That’s awesome to hear! Good choice :). Hope it goes well for you.

[@kukkapurkkiteam]

Canada looks cool. I just ordered Z50 with the both kit lenses. Can i come and shoot with you? 😁

[@RolandKaufmann]

Very cool! Hope you love the camera as much as I do. If you’re in Vancouver message me on instagram.

[@willgreig8912]

Really struggling to get sharp street photos with this camera what settings would you advise

[@RolandKaufmann]

If the lack of sharpness is due to motion blur then you’ll need to pick a faster shutter speed. A common rule is to make the shutter speed double your focal length (when shooting at 50mm you’ll want at least a 1/100 shutter speed). Most lenses are sharpest around f/8 during bright sunny days. I’ve had good results with the Nikkor lenses around f/4-5.6 as well though.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Let me know if that helps or you have more questions.

[@sergeyserdit2804]

Очень хорошо... Замечательно!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you very much 😊

[@GlennCooke]

Thanks for your videos. Love my Z50!

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks for watching! It’s a great little camera!! 📷

[@Theweekendrover]

Great shots! Do you post all your photos in other social media platforms?

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you! I post my favourites on Instagram @roland_kaufmann_

[@kennyiklei]

Nice photos. Thanks for sharing.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks for the kind words 💙

[@waayyne]

wow what was the settings for the last fireworks it looks so good

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks!! SS: 1/30th F/4.5 ISO:3000

[@pranavk479]

Loved it bro.. learnt alot..😊

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks so much 😊

[@Hemlighetsmakeri]

Hi Roland! I really like your videos. I will by the Z50 or Z fc and I am currently debating whether I should buy the 50-250 mm with the kit lens 16-50, or if I should go with only 28 mm /2.8. I already have a 28 mm /2.8 as an really old Nikon lens with manual focus which I hope to use with the adaptor (and I don't have a zoom lens which I would like). But I am afraid I am paying more for two ok lenses, instead of one really good one 😂 Any tips for me?

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you very much! Ohhhh that’s a tough decision haha. I will say the 50-250mm might be my favourite all-time lens for my Z50 (even above a couple f/1.8 S primes). It’s perfectly suited to the APS-C crop of the Z50/Z30. If I’m understanding correctly you’ll have the 16-50mm, your adapted 28mm, and potentially the 50-250mm. I’d say that’s a pretty sweet combo. You’re covered from 16-250mm. Let me know if you have any other questions 📷

[@Hemlighetsmakeri]

@RolandKaufmann Thanks for your input. I am leaning towards picking the 50-250, especially after your videos! Is there a lot editing on your finnished photos? Yes, it is a package deal with the camera. Either I choose 16-50 and 50-250, or only the 28. I don't know if I will ever use the 16-50 but hey, who knows! And I am hoping my old Nikon lenses will work great with the adaptor. I do also have an old one that is 135mm / 2.8 so I am really looking forward to have a new camera that works with these.

[@RolandKaufmann]

@@Hemlighetsmakeri no problem! Only you know what’s best for you :). I don’t do a whole lot of editing to the photos. Usually just up the saturation a bit and bring up the shadows a bit (usually shoot those a touch underexposed). The 2 kit lenses are really impressive for their price. I still use both of them when the time is right (usually on bright sunny days haha). At the very least they’re good options if you’re not sure which focal lengths will work best on the Z50. You can try them all! Best of luck with the new set up!

[@Hemlighetsmakeri]

@@RolandKaufmann Thank you so much! I am really excited for my new camera. 🥰 I have been using a Fujifilm x-t10 for some years now so the new camera will feel like a futuristic rocketship 😂

[@mr.mustang6571]

I might buy the Z50 now, I planned on buying A6400. But Sony lenses are expensive, and their kit lenses sucks. Kit lens on z50 produces great images... Great work, Got to learn something new and now having different opinion about the nikon.

[@RolandKaufmann]

That’s awesome to hear! I’m editing another POV video right now where I use the 16-50mm kit lens. It’s surprisingly good!!

[@bigboi36]

I love my z50 so much i decided not to pursue a new Z-full frame offering at the moment. I do have the Z 24-70mm |2.8 s tho but I don''t use it frequently. For Street I use the Z 16-50mm and my Voigtlander 40mm| 2 and 58mm| 1.4.... and my Fuji Xpro3 w/18mm|1.4 oh and the 27mm|2.8

[@RolandKaufmann]

Yeah same!! I have mine set up exactly how I want it now. Sounds like a nice set up for street. I got to get back to using the 16-50. It just means I’m so much closer haha.

[@sdhute]

I picked up a z30 for blogging however I've been using it more for photography. We're you a Nikon user before the z50? I like the Nikon colors

[@RolandKaufmann]

Nice! Never owned a Nikon before the z50. I really like what I can capture with it!

[@sdhute]

@@RolandKaufmann 👍thanks for the good content

[@bigboi36]

How’s the z30 for photography?

[@danielpascalp]

@@bigboi36 i wondering the same thing because all the videos are talking about the vlogging experience

[@ionutvlad]

@@bigboi36 Nikon Z30 and Z50 are almost the same camera in term of image quality: same sensor, same kit lens, same image processor. Maybe Z30 has a better focus system, but I don't think it is much different. I'm sure will not be any noticed differences between shots on Z50 and Z30. I'm using Z50 starting with May of 2021, using the 16-50 and 50-250mm lenses. Yes, it is a good camera, nice colours, and has few features like semi-pro I'd say. Surprisingly a good dynamic range for a crop sensor of 20.9 MP resolution. It is true, I dont do portraits, but landscape, travels,. However, too bad that Nikon has no other lens for aps-c sensor on Z mounts, and neither another manufacturer (tamron, sigma) has no Z lenses. Possible, even a better choice for all-round lens to be the 18-140mm which worth it. But, yes, it is true, you can use the full-frame Nikon Z lenses for a bigger price.

[@donkeybizle]

I got a z30, would you say you use the back screen more and just get it in composition and shoot? Or use EVF more. I find the z30 is good for portraits for how the screen flips out

[@donkeybizle]

Btw, awesome photos man 🎉

[@RolandKaufmann]

I use the back screen when I’m making POV videos so you can see the camera/settings if you look close enough haha. But I use the EVF a lot of I need to nail the focus. I’d say it’s like 60% back screen 40% EVF.

[@mudit0074]

people here are so chill 😄

[@RolandKaufmann]

Are they? Haha. Must be the sunny weather ☀️

[@zakariyaoozeerally4316]

Love your videos!! Subbed 💪

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks!! Awesome to hear!

[@francocolonna7879]

great photos, what are your settings for the low lights shots. cheers from Langley formaly from N. Delta.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Hey Franco, low light is all about getting the aperture as low as possible (for me that was 3.5 or 4) keeping the sutter speed as high as possible (I think 1/100 was the max I could go) and then raising my iso 800-1500. You can tweak all these settings on the fly :)

[@gisa1430]

Z50 or z5? I'll prolly use it for street photography, animal, and a little bit of video shooting

[@RolandKaufmann]

I can absolutely vouch for the Z50 for any type of photography you want to do. When it comes to video you’re going to have to think about certain things more. Without IBIS in the Z50 I tend to use lenses that have VR in them to shoot video. Otherwise it turns into a wobbly mess. So it depends on what you want to shoot video of and what lenses you intend to use for that.

[@kzero2188]

how is the camera in low light?

[@RolandKaufmann]

It’s definitely not the best low light camera. But if you put a low aperture lens on it then it’s quite capable!

[@gyredynamics]

Z50 or a64000 for photography?

[@RolandKaufmann]

Good question! A couple years ago I would have said the Sony, but Nikon have done a great job of adding DX lenses to the Z line up. Nikon Z50 all the way!

[@gyredynamics]

@@RolandKaufmann I've been eyeing for the sony a6400 but the z50 catches my eye because of its buttons and classic mirroless look. Thanks for this, I'll consider your answer as my final decision to buy the z50.

[@gemstyxwalls1419]

I use the Nikkor 50-250mm w/ my Nikon Z6ii.

[@locojomanox]

excelente

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you 🙌🏼

[@jaxoneason4470]

We’re these pictures edited after words or are these straight from the camera? Because they are super beautiful picture. Also very sharp! 😊

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you! Photos were edited in Lightroom. I may try and show the RAW images in a future video :).

[@jaxoneason4470]

@@RolandKaufmann 👍😀

[@jaxoneason4470]

@@RolandKaufmann also would love to see the raw/ unedited versions of your pictures just to see how good the quality of photos are from the Z 50!

[@jaxoneason4470]

@@RolandKaufmann I’m thinking about getting/saving up for the Z 50 because I love photography but only been doing on my phone which I’m good at. But want to learn on an actual camera! 😀

[@RolandKaufmann]

@@jaxoneason4470 the Z50 is a good camera to transition from cell phones! That’s what I did :)

[@darkcontrast]

Hey man planing to buy Z50 with DX 16-50 and DX 50-250 i will get all 3 of them new for 1000€ . My only concern is is the Z50 good with car photography. Standing and rolling. Also wanted to use it for Portraits and some landscape. What do you think about it. TIA Toni

[@RolandKaufmann]

Hey Toni, I think that’s about what I paid for the same 3 items two years ago. Seems like camera gear isn’t going down in price. I’ve shot all 3 of those things with the Z50 and it does really well. The only thing is the rolling shutter is quite noticeable if you’re shooting really fast moving subjects passing by. It should be fine if you’re doing rolling shots though. Check out my instagram @roland_kaufmann_ if you want to see a bunch of shots I’ve taken.

[@darkcontrast]

@RolandKaufmann Thanks, man, for the fast reply and information Yeah, the prices never go down only stay or go higher. I will check out your IG . Definitely buying Z50 :D

[@kennyiklei]

May I know your camera setting when shooting low light in the evening?

[@RolandKaufmann]

For the low light shots I was shooting at the lowest aperture I could usually (3.5 or 4), shutter speed around 1/100, and iso around 800-1000. Had to bring up exposure and shadows in Lightroom afterwards. Hope this helps. Settings may vary depending on your conditions.

[@旅行攝]

非常棒的影片，希望能多拍。

[@phatloc1920]

Amazing. Thats sooc or u edit file raw. Sr my English is not good

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thank you!! These are edited raw files. Edited in Lightroom.

[@phatloc1920]

@@RolandKaufmann u can show me some best lens for z50. I like Scenery, moon, flower, sunset and portrait. Thank u so much

[@RolandKaufmann]

The 50-250mm lens in this video might be a good option! Nikon also makes an 18-140mm lens that could be good if you’re looking to shoot a bit wider. All comes down to personal preference. I really like the 50-250mm though. Shoot with it a lot!

[@medali8686]

Is this camera considered the best in the same price category? Or do you advise me what is best? ❤❤

[@RolandKaufmann]

I’ve been out of the camera market for a couple years, but at the time this camera was very good for the price! The fact I’m still using it 2+ years later must mean something :). Which other camera are you looking at?

[@medali8686]

@@RolandKaufmann canon 200d for exemple ??

[@RolandKaufmann]

@@medali8686 I’d take the Nikon Z50 over that. I personally wouldn’t buy a DSLR camera in 2023. Mirrorless is the modern standard of cameras.

[@medali8686]

@@RolandKaufmann thanks you brother . Really appreciate your help

[@marshallminzz4897]

Old man playing guitar 🎸

[@RolandKaufmann]

That’s a good one! Thanks for watching :)

[@marshallminzz4897]

@@RolandKaufmann looking forward to buy it.

[@RolandKaufmann]

@@marshallminzz4897 I don’t think I can sell you the photo, but send me an email to [e-mail] and I can send you a digital copy!

[@RelaxVortex]

nice video. I just subscribed to your channel, and i Hope soon you will get monetized. I am also hoping i will get 1000 subcribers soon, but it is going very difficult.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Thanks so much!! I hope you find success on KZbin as well :).