Nikon Z50 II: Recycled 90's Tech But Beats Sony Canon AND Fuji?

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[@nickdual]

I use Sony zv-1. I think the elderly often use Nikon because they're smart. I love durability and robustness. On KZbin now, we need 60fp. 30 is bad. How do you think?

[@MrFilipcee]

Nikon came in to remind everyone digital sensors haven't really improved in the last 15 years. Just put a faster processor and be done with it.

[@SMGJohn]

In image quality there no improvements whatsoever, but there huge improvements in reducing noise caused by the pipeline connecting the sensor to the analogue to digital converter. There is also huge strides in making the sensors faster, capable of actually recording 4k240p without a crop if you have big enough body to cool those new sensors.

[@andersistbesser]

Ja it seems the processor give the most improvement.

[@veeaa]

​@@SMGJohnThis is still one of the cleanest high ISO sensors in category. New sensors concentrate on more megapixels or readout speed. I'd also like no crop in video and shutter speeds above 1/8000, but image quality and resolution are great as they are.

[@BoleslawDeathinition]

Yet Canon still lags behind.

[@kalimarus]

So true. The 20.9 is fine.

[@devonzacharias]

Man Casey you’re a content machine. I’m really impressed by your dedication.

[@ChrithBraown]

The raccoon adoption subplot is killing me

[@cameraman655]

Better not take it into New York, they will murder it.

[@williamwilson5127]

That's because the subplot is likely rabid, just like the racoon!

[@alexmarnoch870]

@@williamwilson5127 😁

[@AcuraAddicted]

@@williamwilson5127 :D I came here specifically to comment to let you know that your joke is next level and is hugely underestimated!

[@LTPottenger]

RIP P NUT and Blackie

[@sdhute]

That 20mp sensor is one of my favorites. Might actually buy this.

[@rotvonrat]

same ... a nice one

[@andrzejjaniak6849]

Plus people don't realize that pixel density of 21mpx on DX is like 45mpx on FX.

[@Stop-All-War]

Why buy apsc?...when you can get a used z5,z6,z7 or a D850

[@sdhute]

@@Stop-All-WarI’d buy it for its size to carry for street photography.

[@domenicoavizzano8841]

​@@Stop-All-War Because if someone steals the camera from you on the street that won't be a great distress.. 😉.. D.

[@soundofthegardenwatc]

That thumbnail face is priceless

[@danmar007]

Your "corporate" skits are getting better. Today's was excellent. Lots of fun.

[@AadidevSooknananNXS]

"I said through the door, you're on the fourth floor reaching for chocolates" diedd What we need is a D500 successor, like a Z90 or something

[@noordstede6408]

😂

[@mikeblack_pw]

What’s funny, is that the Z50II is more capable than the D500. Minus a 2nd card slot of course. Tried it yesterday at a trade show in Toronto and it’s a way better camera than the D500. Just like D750 was better than the D1 & D2x.

[@Frippin-MTBD80]

@@mikeblack_pw yes but Z D500 body needs to have full weather sealing and the bigger battery for the bigger lenses. Otherwise yes Z50 II would rock it out.

[@davidgifford8112]

Can only agree. The Nikon line lacks a successor to the D500. That is a pro build and control level DX sensor. There are applications such as bird photography where a crop sensor is an advantage (lighter optics) or having to use a Z8 as a DX crop camera as Nikon still haven’t brought out a successor to the D500.

[@williambuford6136]

Looks like this camera leaves room for a Z70/Z90 DX camera with better specs.

[@RunEveryday-k8j]

I hope the humor and brilliance of the video translates to the suits at Nikon back in Japan.

[@neklamp2431]

Doubt it....

[@duncanwallace7760]

I was underwhelmed until I compared it to my last APS-C Nikon D90 (12mp with 4.5fps and no stabilization & terrible buffer). I loved that camera and used it for years, taking some of my fav photos with it. This little Z50 ii might be a great starting point for someone like past me, who just wanted a functional Nikon body so they spend more money on nice ff lenses, which would work in later years with an upgraded body. Personally, I'd love a higher megapixel APS-C which has good wildlife AF, so I can use my 100-400mm (150-600mm), while still being able to crop a fair bit, rather than having to buy a mega-lens like you have.

[@williambuford6136]

If you are shooting wildlife even 600mm may not enough reach with a 1.5 crop. I have been thinking about investing in a personal Hide for Wildlife and waders for Waterfowl photos. Technique and getting closer will help you get those wildlife images.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

higher pixel count does not necessarily give you more detail, as you would need both a very sharp lens and a lot of light to get real detail above the 20 megapixels.

[@cy9nvs]

It's alright for what it is, but with Nikon's focus on wildlife, I really think a high end APS-C body would make a lot of sense. A z80/z90 with a stacked 26-33 MP sensor and all the bells and whistles from the z8 for a significantly lower price would be great.

[@williambuford6136]

Maybe Nikon will release that type of APS-C/DX camera next year?

[@giovannimunoz427]

I think that, a high end camera like that would be a legitimate successor of the D500.

[@jefflastofka9289]

I like my Z50 a lot and appreciate the new additions so I ordered a Z50ii immediately. It's an awesome small camera for travel. 20 megapixels is plenty. The lenses have stabilization (I've settled on just the 18-140). They kept the camera small and inexpensive. My battery typically lasts almost an entire day out riding around on a bike with the camera on a backpack shoulder strap and taking dozens of shots throughout the day. I don't understand all the complaining. Some people are never happy I guess. I only need basic video, so maybe that's a factor. I like that the controls have moved around to better match my Z8 larger camera, too. I'm REALLY happy with this new version :-) My only complaint (on both cameras) is no GPS. Snapbridge works pretty well for me, but it's still a tiny nuisance.

[@yawningmarmot]

Really wish Panasonic still made entry and mid level cameras. Because if you want to get IBIS now, you have to pay way over $1000, but with Panasonic you could have it for like $700 and have some money left for lenses.

[@MyFriendlyPup]

Solution... a used GH5

[@harriettubmanappreciater9091]

Very happy with my GX85 as my street photography camera. Sadly there will be a day i need to replace it and I doubt Panasonic or OM will have a solution for me by then.

[@yawningmarmot]

@@MyFriendlyPup No AF for video just like any of their older cameras. Now if they released a new G85-like camera with actual AF, I'd get it in a heartbeat

[@sdhute]

G95 with ibis and 12-60 only 697 new

[@-szega]

Used Z6 goes for like 500-600 bucks nowadays, which is incredibly hard value to beat. The AF isn't up to par with the current generation of mirrorless, but much better than typically given credit for and easily beats any mid-range DSLR ever made. Very good IBIS, superb sensor, excellent video (if 8-bit internal and 10-bit external is good enough, which it is for 99% of people).

[@savewithfearchannel]

Love this sensor! Glad they have kept it!

[@Leada1ne]

I might be misreading this but, i feel like Johnson has worked for every camera company and seems to be the smartest guy in the room yet, nobody ever listens to him🤔 am i right??

[@pjimmbojimmbo1990]

It is a Good Sensor.

[@kevinpitts9014]

You were the first person I thought about when I heard they came out with this unit! For a second...like a whole second I thought about selling my Lumix 95 for this. During this second I had party because I was going to have RED luts!!

[@LTPottenger]

more megapixels is the last thing cameras need today, maybe for a few top pros shooting the news and landscapes. Got my z30 now and loving it, better than the canon I had 15+ years ago that died on day one after a momentary salt water exposure, but cheaper. And the 24mm f1.7 lens I got bundled with it is totally bonkers. Plus they threw in mem card and bag for free. If I knew the new z50 was coming out I would have waited though.

[@kalimarus]

There will be a Z30ii, it's a more compact format so if you don't need the viewfinder wait for that one. It probably won't be long.

[@cameraconspiracies]

Who asked for more?

[@daitedve1984]

@@kalimarus "if you don't need the viewfinder"... emm.... like 150 years ago?

[@nicedward7544]

​@@cameraconspiracies AI reply got it right this time?

[@pannonianfit1582]

that skit at the beginning was fire 🤣🤣

[@Ton-x4r]

They had a meeting about this. Chief engineer Gary : maybe we should add IBIS this time? CEO: Gary you are fired.

[@SingleTrack66]

It’s priced perfectly. It will sell by the bucket load.

[@drchtct]

I'm happy Nikon finally found a way to get close to the a6400 and X-S10! Not yet there, but they're getting there, slowly but surely. Maybe IBIS is possible in 2030.

[@cameraconspiracies]

a6400 had no IBIS, 10 bit or 4k 60p.

[@rpmusick]

@@cameraconspiracies neither did x-s10 (10bit)!

[@nicedward7544]

I'd take the Nikon over those honestly. Could be a good little sports/wildlife cam with a monopod.

[@rpmusick]

@@nicedward7544 There are more lens choices for Fuji tho, since they main APSC. I imagine it's harder to find a good nikon apsc primes (I exclude all chinese 3rd party lenses cuz I'm a snob)

[@MB-dq2gz]

​@@nicedward7544 if you are shooting sports you won't need a monopod your shutter speed would be fast enough where it wouldn't matter.

[@onnorijpstra]

I enjoy your video's. Only, in my opinion the Z50II for me is my everyday carry with me mini 20mp Z8. I love the camera.

[@amermeleitor]

I was waiting for the Z50II. Two different ways it could be good for me: - Smaller overall camera, like a XT30 / XE4, or - High specs, recicled Z6 or Z7 body, with IBIS, the Z7 battery, same Nikon 20mp APS sensor but stacked and fast. Great AF, even no mechanical shutter, like a mini Z8 But being the things this way, i think I'm better with Sony or Fuji. Smaller cameras and smaller lenses overall.

[@infantfrontender6131]

Really? Did you expect the Nikon Z6III for less than $1k? You already have a mini Z8, it's called Z6III

[@veeaa]

​@@infantfrontender6131He didn't say anything about price. I'd be happy to pay A6700 or X-S20 money for an equal Z50 II and it would still be half the price of Z6 III.

[@amermeleitor]

@@infantfrontender6131 ¿?¿? I didn't say anything about the price. But for $1000 I would be happy with the Z50II but smaller, like I said, an XT30 or XE4 size. I think the entry level camera are most used for travel, family photos, street, etc. In these cases a smaller camera is better, you can slap a small zoom or prime on the camera and go with a very small side bag or hip bag, or even carrying the camera in the jacket pocket. If the camera is larger, then it would be used in other type of scenario where better specs are needed. I hope I was clearer now about my point.

[@infantfrontender6131]

​@@amermeleitor, yes, now it’s clear. The Z30 will probably be the right choice. I guess Nikon will update it soon. I don’t think the Z30 II will have IBIS. All APS-C cameras under $1,000 don’t have it

[@thissidetowardscreen4553]

I would pay $$$$ to see a theatrical release of the Camera Company Board Rooms in Imax. Staring Boss, Johnson and others. Pure cinema! We are all blessed to have this channel to enlighten, inform and entertain! Thanks!

[@danieljung2810]

Yes was waiting for this! The comedy is top tier.

[@michealpersaud6718]

"my mom's flower pot in her garden" i felt that 😭

[@sabamacx]

Miss you, mum.

[@pc1234asdf]

there's a small 4k60 crop on the zve10 II. 1.1x

[@JoshuaDeanHealey]

Nothing wrong with the age of a sensor if it is good. D810 sensor is old but a beauty.. I like what the D810 sensor puts out over the Z8 for portraits

[@LIGHTHUNTER.D]

Johnson is the hardest working man in Japan

[@LIGHTHUNTER.D]

Note on the crop feature: Sigma is the only that has done what you mentioned on the fp series

[@betheckstein5116]

I've been periodically switching over to KZbin, from binge watching old episodes of Hoarders, just waiting for this video.

[@pizzaman207]

Nikon: this isn’t even my final form.

[@thebentzenable]

Excellent content today my friend 💪😄

[@ascorbic123]

I'm not happy about the lack of ibis either but the lack of stabilization only really comes into play when shooting telephoto for me at least.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

does it though? Unless you photograph something which does not move, you would need short exposure times anyway and then, the Z-mount zoom lenses come with optical stabilization if you need stabilization.

[@fabianlehr4318]

I don't get why the a6700 isn't the APS-C camera you're looking for: -Relatively low rolling shutter -4k/60 without a crop, 4k/120 with crop -1080p/240 -IBIS plus only 12% crop for additional digital stabilization which works very well as long as you use Sony lenses instead of third party lenses -And as a bonus, you can use the Zeiss 24/1.8 and the Zeiss 55/1.8 on it which both give you buttery smooth video stabilization with Active Steadyshot as they work like "normal" Sony lenses

[@cameraconspiracies]

Because it's worse than my full frame ZVE1, why would I want to downgrade?

[@adamandyaz]

You have the best intros on this platform.

[@nicedward7544]

Lmao with the title. If it had stabe it'd be a winner with that price. This was a good video man keep it up maybe. I needed the laugh today

[@gustavomazonave8536]

Okay, but for me this is perfect. The original z50 had the tilt screen that could only be used to film yourself if you dont use a tripod (dumb imo). And the new processor will make better video capabilities. I think its great that they didnt reinvent a camera thats good, but again, im "entry level" and dont care for an expensive camera. Here in Brazil a 200$ difference is converted to a 400$ difference and then turned into R$ 4000,00

[@LTPottenger]

And it should be plenty camera for almost anyone.

[@SummersSnaps]

About that mode dial thing, I am with you, its common placement is not great. In fact... I would go one step further and suggest a dial is not the right interface period. The thing about the front and rear command dials is they stick out, thus allowing your fingers and thumbs to glide effortlessly and control the feature. All top dials are awkward to access, often requiring the tog to pull the camera away from the eye to switch modes. Even if you reach by feel you end up turning the dial the wrong way to access the mode you want... I really think I'd prefer a big fat button up top instead. Imagine a button that you can now designate which modes it cycles through. Instead of all those extra modes you simply do not care about, you could have PASM+C1-4 or however many you want. Just want C1-C7? Fine, just untick Auto, VLOG, PASM, Filters etc, done. Maybe you press the big fat button and use the rear command dial to rotate through and select, or single pressing to rotate through (long press to lock onto current mode). I think all of this could be done far more easily without taking the camera away from the eye. Any dial that 'commands' the tog to take the camera away from the OVF/EVF is a bit of a fail. It's why the Fuji analogue dials are mostly gimmicky and annoying after awhile.

[@pockit_fluff]

Would rather have the smaller, more lightweight Z50 that will churn through the battery slower

[@thenoobieditor]

Can confirm. The z50 lasts me hours. Enough to cover a whole event.

[@DOSStorm]

Damn man you're looking like a movie over here.

[@Rockingvideos42]

It's definitely about the lens. I got the z50. 8 bit which is a bummer but it is teaching me to choose my shots more which is probably good. Lenses fix a lot of camera problems anyway.

[@glennn.3464]

IBIS at the price point they were shooting for wasn’t going to happen. It definitely should have had a newer, higher MP sensor with faster readout even if the price had to go up a little bit. That would have also allowed some better video specs with less cropping. Maybe they’re saving that and IBIS for another higher-end crop sensor camera to be released soon.

[@cameraconspiracies]

High MP would have made video specs worse with more cropping.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

@@cameraconspiracies only if the read-out speed would be the same.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

why higher megapixel? That would demand very sharp lenses and a lot of light, otherwise you just get bloated files with no more detail really. I have a DX DSLR with a 20 megapixel sensor and another with a 24 megapixel sensor and find 20 megapixel more than enough for serious photography.

[@Whillie_Whonka1]

Okay sure all that but is it a good camera?

[@Thirsty_Fox]

Pretty meh. Nikon seems to really want everyone on full frame.

[@jukeboxjohnnie]

I love the Nikon Executive "It's APSC, nobody cares!" Dont know how you get hold of that inside footage...

[@BenjaminKanarek]

Best "Daytime Drama" show on KZbin! 🤣😂😅

[@stevetall3000]

Where can i get the carrot farmer lut? Love it...

[@Molly_Smokes]

I bought a z50 for my son with both kit lenses. It’s an amazing little beginners camera. I’m sure the mark ii with its new focus settings will be equally as fun.

[@Cervin_Suisse]

What about running some real tests on a camera for a change ? That could be the opportunity, it's a basic and uncomplicated entry level piece of .... hardware. Care to give it a try ? 😊

[@cristiat]

Fuuuuuck, if I wouldn't be already subscribed, I would have definitely subscribed now 😀Yo is nutz man!

[@komanguy]

Why no ibis? 😢

[@AcuraAddicted]

The disappointment. The disapproval. The look of superiority. Nailed it!

[@Sarsour_]

Awesome content, so much insight on the cameras

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

Z50 II has some video features but I would still consider it a still picture camera first. Though the battery complaint is valid in my opinion.

[@ChrisBrogan]

"They create misery, sadness, and ineptitude."

[@hankkingsley9183]

Something nobody discusses is that these cameras like the ZV-E10 overheats rapidly shooting clips longer than 30 minutes

[@moydelacroixdimitri9640]

He is BOTH the hero we deserve AND the hero we need. When they take him out we should all carry him on top of ourselves with our arms stretched out like in that Spiderman movie, or maybe it was Aquaman...whatever.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

not sure. The guy in the video looks smug and reviews a spec sheet. Complaining about the lack of IBIS, as if this would be free in price and size, and if this camera would actually need it.

[@AprilClayton]

I want a Sony APSC with a central EVF. I would be satisfied. Nobody else cares, but I don’t like the EVF to the side.

[@andrzejjaniak6849]

That sensor is still one of the best DX sensors on the market. Pixel density of 21mpx on DX is like 45mpx on FX. I am glad they kept it.

[@NIKONISTAN]

Johnson works for every camera company 😂

[@mynameisnotcory]

This with ibis, z5 ii whatever you want to call it, i want that

[@WassimJelassi]

Their new luts are pretty useful actually, I create mine on NX studio then just shoot with it video or photo. I no longer need color correction

[@АнтонБ-в4к]

Everything is to the point - I waited so long for the release of this camera and got completely disappointed. Heavy, rotten battery, no stabilization, ancient sensor at 20M, crop 4K.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

why would you need sensor stabilization if most lenses one would mount come with optical stabilization?

[@spa1ktc]

At 10:00 you're so spot on it's not even funny. This is why you're the best camera channel on KZbin. Wish someone, say Nikon, would catch on to your ideas.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

it rather shows the lack of technical understanding of this channel. The sensor does not support read-out this fast. Okay then just develop a new sensor for this camera? This would make it a lot more expensive, no longer fitting into the Z50 idea. It is a Z50, not a possbile future Z70 or higher.

[@spa1ktc]

The idea would be to produce a camera with faster frame rates, high dynamic range and better low light performance instead of chasing higher resolution. What model name it should have is of lesser importance.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

@@spa1ktc that camera would not be a Z50. There are always those commentors asking for more features and/or higher specs, but if every camera would have everything, every camera would be bigger and cost more. Low light performance: I know the precedessor of that sensor (used in my D7500) and low light performance is really good enough for an APS-C sensor. Dynamic range as well. My photos would not benefit at all from a 10 or even 20 or even 50% increase in any of those regards.

[@PJ-om2wq]

It just needed IBIS.

[@basukisugito8929]

Why companies focus so much on many pixel? keep 20-24 mpix but make them more sensitive. Be able take good pictures in low lights

[@huepix]

Couldn't agree more. I had madebup my mind to buy one, but the specs changed my mind. Ideally a stacked or semi stacked sensor woild have been perfect. But no ibis? Old processor? No 2K at 240fps? Cropped video. Not worth my money. I still have my box brownie

[@cubax26]

One thing that I do notice about the z50ii is that it has a very filmic look and great colors. Fuji and Sony are not filmic at all, they have a very sharp digital look. It is so difficult finding a camera that has a smooth organic look with beautiful colors straight out of camera.

[@koolpep]

Most of the Sonys have really cool and underutilized “creative look” that make a hell of a lot of a difference. FL, PT and IN are worth checking and they can be used for images and video.

[@AristoCat-h6h]

Fuji is known for its in camera film emulations....

[@koolpep]

@@AristoCat-h6h indeed and they are brilliant in Fuji cameras. But Sony has some of it too, maybe not as good as Fuji, but there are options if you need straight out of camera.

[@cubax26]

@ yes, it emulates the color aspect of the fuji film stocks, but not the softness. Film is softer and buttery smooth.

[@koolpep]

@@cubax26 PT and IN definitively make the pictures softer. Maybe not to that extend but you could tweak them further to add more softness.

[@spanasik]

I bet the meeting was exactly same

[@kurt7994]

I would like a coolpix p950 with a z9 tech

[@photograficalex]

Nikon clearly wants to keep Z 50 (i, ii, iii …) as an entry point to its universe. More fancy aps-c versions might come Z 60, Z 70, Z 80, or whatever they find profitable. we'll see. Not putting in IBIS and moving the Z 50 up the specs ladder is not very difficult to understand even though lots of camara enthusiasts would like to see that. Calling parts that is not updated "shit" is ridiculous, as the whole package and outcome (image quality) is what matters. If you buy a "new" TV, montor, laptop, gopro or smart phone or whatever, it is full of "old shit" as well. The producers update some of the components along the way. They don't put in all their latest specs on their entry level product. If they did, they'd pretty soon be out of business as profit/cost ratios are down the drain. If you don't like Z 50 (i or ii), don't buy it. If you prefer a Sony, buy a Sony. I have a compact aps-c Sony, it's good, but it's not half the fun shooting with as a Nikon. I don't see the problem.

[@lelandfitz1762]

FUji knew what they were doing with going all in for APS-C. That's the gap the big companies left open for them. Nikon never was serious about DX, even in DSLR-days. Nikon always thought, that DX-users can just buy FX lenses if they want...lenses. But somehow I am not angry with Nikon. The market today simply looks different than in the late 2000s when the entry level still did exist. Money isn't made in APS-C. But without it they could lose future customers. It's a high stakes game.

[@dennisvisualske]

crop on 4k 60 is deal breaker

[@Blitz_Shorts]

In 2 months that sensor will be 9 yo actually. But I used that sensor on my D7500, can say it has best high ISO IQ of all APSC sensors

[@paulhopkins1905]

I honestly think the main upgrade was the USB-C, so they can continue selling it in Europe. I wouldn't be surprised to see a Z80/90 in the future

[@williambuford6136]

Expeed 7 is the main upgrade on that camera. This will be the new guts for the Zfc ii and Z 30 ii.

[@paulhopkins1905]

@williambuford6136 Do you really think they would have made this camera at all if not for the EU's universal service law?

[@williambuford6136]

@@paulhopkins1905 Yes Nikon's plan all along was to trickle down their Expeed 7 Focus and video tech to all their cameras. I expect all the DX cameras to be updated.

[@williamhouse23]

I’m buying it

[@mpactdesignmedia]

"My life is raccoon based." - YOU ARE THE BEST!! LOL!!! Keep that content comin' - we love it!

[@Michael-fw5ef]

My Pentax KF has IBIS and a 24mp sensor with 14bit colour. And I just bought a FF Pentax vintage lens for $45 with creamy bokeh, excellent colour rendering no adaptor needed. Pentax for the win!

[@kalinmir]

Ricoh marketing department floods the comments again...what are you gonna try to sell me on next? weathersealed printers? with "limited" cartridges that add an unholy amount of CA to my text files?

[@Michael-fw5ef]

@@kalinmir I wish I worked for RICOH as I would force them to make a mirrorless camera, or at least make a hybrid camera that can be used as a mirrorless when needed. If they ever do make a mirrorless camera, I am selling all my other camera brands.

[@kalinmir]

@@Michael-fw5ef they made the Q cameras and K-01

[@vampirolepis]

Do you vlog with your KF?

[@cameraconspiracies]

Now flip it in video and get back to me :)

[@kalimarus]

I look forward to the hunt for minimum priced 3d pop with red color science using the Z50ii and a shipping container full of inexpensive Chinese primes.

[@stkuj]

Keep the world green and recycle! We have a million of these sensors in back inventory.

[@charliejg]

Interesting video background change.... You're almost looking like Bob Ross today, just need a bit more up top. Have a rockin' day!

[@parystec]

Pre-Shooting Buffer !!! Worth it's weight in GOLD

[@malekith13]

funny to see a sony fan complaining that nikon use an old sensor on a entry lvl camera ^^ how long did sony used that 24MP ? ^^ As for the IBIS, a shame indeed but what about the other brand at that price range ? xm-5 ? nope. R10 ? nope. ZV-E10II ? still nope. Sadly it seems the xs-10 was a bug in the matrix and IBIS on sub 1000€ is still not for today ^^

[@LTPottenger]

It's tiny and IBIS worth having would make it much huger.

[@bsc001]

Well, Sony is using the old A1 sensor on the flagship A1 II. People are generally just dumb where this stuff is concerned, to be honest. Just want to find something to piss and moan about. Nothing to do with the capability of the body. Like a Pro Photographer recently stated, paraphrasing, ‘The Z50II is more camera than most can handle’

[@malekith13]

@bsc001 Indeed, most modern caméra are way more than most people will ever really need, for me that Z50II would only need IBIS, i got a Z6 as an upgrade for my Zfc because i needed the IBIS for when i'm going to take some photos in church and other old buildings that usualy have poor light inside and felt weird comming with a tripod inside those, especialy in churchs ^^ except for that the zfc was plenty enough and the Z50II is even better In everything ^^

[@bsc001]

@@malekith13 If you’re into this type of architecture shots in darker light, the Z6/Z6II will be absolutely great. Or, even better, an old S7 or Z7II. Of course, the Expeed 7 helps with action photography and improved AF, but select the best body based on your main genre. iMHO.

[@bsc001]

Should read Z7 or Z7II.

[@TFUTM]

The sensor isn't as good as the one in the D7200/3400 until the dual amplifier thing kicks in at higher ISO. It focuses at ridiculously low light levels though, which is a good sign. That might mean the focus system is awesome and the improvements are in software.

[@emeraldisland2023]

Somebody didn’t get an invite to the Nikon launch in Kamakura…

[@grahamniven]

Nikon just vacuum pumped your subject detect AF 600 prime rig up to a 900 and this is the thanks they get?

Kasey who wins, Jones or old guy Miocic?

[@Povilaswildlife]

The intro 🤣🤣

[@pc1234asdf]

NIkon, we want a z30II, with ibis, the tilt-up and flip around screen like S1H, stackable 33 point luts like panny, 4k60 no crop, open gate, independently adjustable codec/framerate/resolution/crop-ratio sliders (yes this is trivial to implement, but they don't think their customers are smart enough to grok it), 26mp no aa filter, enel15c battery, nraw, single cfe-b slot. Feel free to make the entire body minus the grip out of aluminum for maximum heat dissipation. We're smart enough to understand why certain spots will be very hot during usage. Also, feel free to save money by not making it weather resistant, we're not cavemen. All this tech exists and they could pull this off easily, but they hate their customers.

[@Jviotr]

I think their hands were tied trying to stay at the exact same price point as the original Z50. You have to remember that with all the inflation of the last 5 years, I don’t know if they really could have made a new sensor without increasing the price point a little. My only other thought is the Z5 regularly goes on sale for $999, and it’s full frame with IBIS. Still an old sensor though.

[@LTPottenger]

Usually cameras put the big features on the big cameras then the little ones just get these small updates like this, trickling down over time. I think it's actually a great update though.

[@kalimarus]

The 50ii will be way better for anything action. I have the Z5 and it's great for slower paced life. But trying to track anything with the EVF blackout is like trying to follow a target in dark room with a slow strobe light. The 20.9 sensor is also still a very good one so image quality is there. IBIS would have been the chef's kiss had they snuck that into this one.

[@petercofrancesco9812]

I laughed when media and Knee-con fan boys suggested they would incorporate RED tech in their next camera.

[@bsc001]

It will come at some stage, at least some of the codecs and perhaps a few other bits. But it will also come at a price.

[@LateTalksOnAir]

Here for the black and white drama lol

[@PedroDeltellColomer]

Carrot farmer LUT. You made me laugh.

So glad I didn't wait for the Z50 II and bought the first one, about three months ago

[@MrPawnyou]

If you do wildlife z50ii is a beast and overall autofocus. It's so much better for the same price

[@pauka13]

Your gona sell it and get this mark my words… (been using the z50 since it’s release date)

[@MrPawnyou]

@@pauka13 same I'm selling mine atm haha

[@pauka13]

@@MrPawnyou me too! This is going to be a great secondary camera for wildlife/ hiking.

@@MrPawnyou yes, the animal detection would be nice, also the flippy screen for vertical shots close to the ground. Still, i won't replace it until i feel like i'm limited by the camera and there's need to expand (for example paid works). But then, i will probably move to fullframe

[@stephanweiskorn6760]

Excellent video 😮!

[@sDuAvTaTjAe]

I'm pretty sure GxAce can make something with this camera that'll put Hollywood to shame

[@linvesel]

They forgot to promise a future firmware upgrade that would provide a larger stacked sensor, larger aperture, and dual SD card slots.

[@jasonr428]

I am looking for a smaller camera with 10 bit video. Is this a better option than a Z30? How much of a difference will I see in video with the 10-bit?

[@3Dogs1CatandMore]

This Z50 II release is no more than adding USB-C charging so they can keep selling it in the EU while maintaining pricing, market share, and profit margin to be about the same. So besides having USB-C charging, if the rest of feature is about the same as existing competitors at a similar pricing range, why do more? IBIS, increasing sensor resolution, ...etc all that you are you are looking at a different camera in the line-up that may or may not ever come to fruition, but in any case, that's not Z50 II at this juncture.....

[@ernesto_creativo]

The best ironic BREAKING NEWS Headline ever!!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🥳🥳🥳🥰