Nikon Z50II Watch This BEFORE You BUY!

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Off topic, during the filming of this video I grew fond of that Nikon Z DX 18-140mm. It’s a brilliant light weight walk around / travel lens for the Z50II. So glad I got it as a kit / combo lens when I bought the Z50II. I’ll have a full review of this lens soon on my KZbin channel 🙏📸

[@dirkgibbens377]

I have the Nikon 18-140mm DX VR lens on my D5600 and love it. In fact it’s my base lens that I keep on my camera until I’m in a situation that calls for my wide angle or super tele. I’m not surprised the Z series lens is also a good one.

[@patrickstonetree1]

I always recommend that lens for Nikon's APSC line. It is way better than the old F mount superzooms and has good contrast, rare for the old superzooms. As an aside, I am starting to appreciate how the 85 1.4 + FTZ renders on that sensor.

[@alanolander9983]

I used the Z50 with the Z 24-120mm at lot. Didn't really worry about VR since the lens was a wide to short tele, and I didn't shoot video at all. I just watched my shutter speed. Now with the Z50ii, I'll do the same, and all of my other lenses have VR. The Z50ii is a great little camera!

[@hughjohns9110]

Electronic VR is available for video only, not stills. The lack of IBIS in the Z50II is very disappointing (especially as the Fuji X-S20 has it!!!) but not a deal breaker, it just means having to use a tripod when I'd rather not have to. The VR lenses work very well but my fave lens is the 24-70/4 which does not. Hopefully in the future Nikon will produce a higher spec APS-C body (let's call it a Z80) having IBIS and a joystick, then I'll probably have my perfect camera.

[@martyntorode7126]

I think the Z50ii tackles a segment of the market at a great price, it can also appeal to someone like me who is shooting a Z6ii for their main camera but occasionally would like improved autofocus for birds or people in street situations. It also leaves Nikon space for a higher model with IBIS and better weather sealing if they so wish, think the mythical D500 replacement.

[@PhilThach]

The lack of VR doesn't bother me but I don't use the camera for video much except on a tripod. But, for many people, this video will be very valuable. Thanks, Adrian!

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Thanks for watching Phil. It's funny, just today while I was doing a lens review, I was taking a photo of a waterfall handheld with the Z50II. I didn't have a tripod. I wanted to slow the shutter speed to get motion blur in the water, but kept getting the whole shot blurred. Just an example of where VR in stills would have helped me. I would have been able to do the shot with my Z7 which does have internal VR. Have a great weekend

[@MaverickMahesh]

Thank you for yet another video on z50 ii. I wish you had talk about the rolling shutter as well (for both stills and videos) in this video. So the both topics has covered in single video. I could see the rolling shutter with 24-120. I hope you will do that in future for better clarity. 👍

[@adrianalfordphotography]

I agree, rolling shutter is definitely something worth covering in more detail.

[@MaverickMahesh]

@ that would be great if you make a detailed video about it. Looking forward to it.

[@christian.irmler]

Hi Adrian, oh yes, ibis is definitely an advantage when it comes down to shoot video. as you said, it doesn't limit you in lens selection. a fantastic comparison. that difference with and without stabilization is crazy. thank you for the video, buddy 👍😉 Enjoy your weekend, Christian

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Thanks for watching Christian. Glad you enjoyed the video. Have a great weekend buddy 🙏

[@Twobarpsi]

VR is good for video, but rarely needed in photography unless your subject is moitionless. However, lenses with built in VR are useful for both genres. Cheers!

[@adrianalfordphotography]

I guess we'll have to agree to disagree. I find VR valuable in stills photography and is needed. Waterfalls for example where you want to slow your shutter to get motion blur of the water in your shot, but not blur the entire photo. Low light doing interiors like cathedrals or halls or in the city at night. VR then becomes invaluable in stills, especially when not using a fast aperture lens. And fast aperture primes don't have VR on the lenses. Anyway I could go on and on. Thanks for watching 🙏

[@ken9576]

The 18-140mm is an underrated lens. I bought it as a travel carry around and really like it. I’m glad you can get the Z50 ii without a lens as I didn’t need a second one. 😂. On my Z50 the VR on the 28-400mm works perfectly well. Thanks for the always excellent content

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@dirkgibbens377]

Yep, I have the 18-140mm DX VR lens on my D5600. Its my everyday lens and is very versatile and sharp

[@johnprisk]

Lack of IBIS isn't as big a deal as many make it out to be. It's is a very useful tool, no doubt, but it isnt the be all, end all (in my humble opinion).

[@wb9tpg1]

I'm still holding out for a replacement for the D500. I don't feel the Z50II is it.

[@ericerickson6537]

I am off tomorrow to Antartica and taking my Z8 along with the 28-400 and 24-120. I also have packed the z50.2 along with the 16-50 as a backup only. I really like the camera but I think when I return I may pick up the 18-140 for my travel needs. Wanted to take the big gear on this trip. Good video

[@IIISentorIII]

Where are you in Antarctica, McMurdo Station? Cheers

[@pleclere]

Maybe the fun in photography is that we have certain challenges to overcome. Perfect can become boring

[@adrianalfordphotography]

True

[@jeffgermanich8105]

I prefer ibis especially if I can’t use VR or OIS lenses. If Nikon was to bring out more dx lenses with VR, I might get a non ibis camera.

[@peterjohnson1739]

Many photographers have no interest in shooting video, for them the effects of VR or IBIS or both on video shooting is irrelevant. What would sell would be a better stills only camera at a lower price point because all the vide capabilities have been stripped out.

[@fangli]

if youre good photographer you dont need ibis to work,, unless youre videographer,, nowdays ibis is a must for handheld shoot,, but this z50ii its amazing camera for the prices compare to canon and sony in this price area,

[@rhodriwilliams2891]

🤔 ibis would be nice, but it would also have made the camera substantially more expensive than it is - none of its direct competitors have ibis either at this price…

[@Ron.Durant]

Nikon is not going to put IBIS into this older sensor from the D500/D7500 Era. It is the same sensor from what I understand. They will need to develop a whole new sensor. And even then they may not give their crop sensor bodies IBIS. IMO. Cheers Ron

[@colvillebri196]

You scared me with your title and opening statement, I went out first thing this morning and bought the Z50ii and 180-600 lens before seeing your video, thank god I’m not worried about VR, at least the 180-600 does have VR.

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Goes well with the 180-600mm 👍

[@johnG-x8l]

@@adrianalfordphotography: How funny, scared me too, but my lens is the 16-50mm VR. However, I intend it to be my EDC, and I won’t be using it for video (I have another FF for that). Please allow me to add, important to Z50ii owners, I purchased a Viltrox NF-Z adapter and discovered I can use a lens purchased with my Nikon N80 35mm film camera on the Z50ii: Nikon AF NIKKOR 28-100 mm f/3.5-5.6 G lens. The camera automatically selects manual focus, but it’s super easy to focus by hand! Another lens that works manually is a Nikon AF NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4-5.6 G which also came with the 35mm film camera! I thought it was a risk, but it works, and When I ordered the adapter directly from Viltrox, I got a great discount. I just found your channel in December, and love your videos! Thank you! Cheers! Edit: the Z50ii aperture DOES work automatically-there is no manual aperture ring on the two lenses I mentioned.

[@colvillebri196]

If it’s as good as it was photographing the sparrows in my garden, the bird eye detection seems extremely good. So crisp so far I’m pleased, I did buy on the grounds of your video a few weeks ago, no pressure on you 🤣

[@speedbumpmedia9584]

Cracks me up how so many are losing their minds over no IBIS on this camera. I’ll take this camera with no IBIS and the Expeed 7 at this price point vs IBIS and no Expeed 7. Folks seem to completely ignore the balance of mfg costs, price point targets, and features that have to fit in those constraints.

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Yep, all boils down to budget. Can't be expecting a Ferrari for the price of Corolla. As I mentioned, if people that are new to photography want VR, then maybe look into a full frame camera.

[@pleclere]

@adrianalfordphotography The problem with full frame is that those cameras are, in general, larger and thus less useful for everyday use. OK, the d780 is not a z camera, but I regret having bought that instead of the d7500 that is much smaller, and it seems very good (yes, I still like the old viewfinder). Now I have my camera with me for specific photo trips, not in my bag that I always carry with me for when there is a situation I like. Thus, today's street and holiday photographers will likely like the Z50 II with the standard VR lens as it is compact

[@leod1671]

I guess for video shooters maybe the Z5 would be a better option for the same price. However, for still photography ibis is not really needed. Thanks again for another video showing the capabilities of that little camera.

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Thanks for watching my friend. I tend to disagree re the VR being not needed in stills, but see your point of view as well. Waterfalls for example where you want to slow your shutter speed to get motion blur of the water in your shot, but not blur the entire photo. Low light doing interiors like cathedrals or halls or in the city at night. VR then becomes invaluable in stills, especially when not using a fast aperture lens. And fast aperture primes don't have VR on the lenses. Have a great weekend 🙏

[@leod1671]

@@adrianalfordphotography I agree with you, for me, up until a year and a half ago, I did not have IBIS. Of course now I say: "how did we live without it" :). Cheers my friend.

[@Pine4205]

Why not use a gimbal?

[@adrianalfordphotography]

I've mentioned before (numerous times) in other videos on my channel that you can use a gimbal. But again, a gimbal is extra money, extra gear to carry, extra time to set up etc. Not ideal for someone wanting to grab a snippet of video handheld and move on.

[@slimbirdy]

I would definitely want to know this before buying the camera. Thanks for sharing.

[@adrianalfordphotography]

You're welcome, glad you found it helpful! Enjoy your weekend 🙏

[@timjohnson8871]

Thanks for this video. Very helpful. I have this camera and have been able to make videos successfully with the Nikon AF-P 70-300 4.5-5.6e ED VR lens with the FTZII adapter. Another limitation of the Z50 ii is that the 18.2.1 version of IOS (and earlier versions) doesn’t support the camera’s raw file format. So for people who use Apple’s Photo app to edit their photos, they will need to shoot in jpeg format or import their images into Lightroom mobile, which does support the camera’s raw file format. Hopefully later versions of IOS will support the camera’s raw file format.

[@adrianalfordphotography]

That's a very good point re the Apple IOS, I fit in that category and yes, no go on the RAW's (so far). Have to rely on my PC instead.

[@wingsofaustralia]

Great heads up vid man. Yeah not havin that internal VR is a turn off. Looks fine if you use VR lenses, but like you said, that then limits your lens choices.

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Probably a credit to the VR on those Nikon VR lenses. I find I get smooth handheld video using the Nikon Z 180-600mm which has VR. Thanks for watching

Great advice Adrian on the Nikon Z50II very helpful. Great examples - many thanks for sharing the info - have a great weekend

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Thanks for watching Shaun. Have a great weekend mate, cheers 🙏

[@MattisProbably]

I was disappointed about this as well. Being able to use VR even with older F mount lenses that don't have it is great. The Z 70-180/2.8 would go great with this camera but that one doesn't have VR as well. Another thing that is kind of a deal breaker for me? The shutter speed of 1/4000s. Last summer I did go faster with my Z7II a couple of times and it really saved me. One of those things you don't need all the time but it's very nice to have when you do.

[@dougmeyer5715]

Definitely the reason I didn't upgrade to the Z50ii. Bought a prime lens but can only use it handheld in good light for stills and video. So I am stuck with the kit zoom lenses. For my use case travel handheld is 95% of the time so I was very disappointed as they are great camera's. I might as well go back to micro for thirds most of them have IBIS.

[@twakkie85]

Great video! How does it pair with the tamron 50 400?

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Haven't you asked this before?

[@pixelkay2004]

thanks!!

[@AsbjrnKyhlPaulsen]

Thanks Adrian for all the Z50II videos testing and explaining for all of us. My interest is video and not photo as I already have a good camera for that. Question: Will a Nikon Z FX camera with sensor stabilization AND a les with VR produce more stabile video (handheld) than the Z50II with a VR lens ?

[@adrianalfordphotography]

It depends on how good you are at handholding a camera while taking video. I've used the Nikon Z 180-600mm VR lens on both my Z7 (FX) and Z50II (DX). I haven't really noticed any difference when handholding doing video on both cameras.

[@steevewhitehead1416]

Don't care about image stabilization at all.

[@Zap09060]

Back end the day when I used to shoot with D500, or D7100 it didn’t had VR but I still got some amazing pictures on it with long telephoto lenses. So I think it really depends on the technic