The Nikon Z50 II May Be Entry-Level But It's SERIOUSLY Capable!

[@kylehaggard7348]

I love nikon but the same sensor as the d500 from nearly a decade ago with no ibis for $960. Ouch. Coupled with the zero constant aperture zooms and single card slot- seems like we're working backwards from the high point of the d7200 era of nikon crop sensors. Tough sell in 2024.

[@ts7071]

What’s the cheapest new apsc camera with IBIS? I really don’t know but I’d guess it’s a lot more than this (xt50? $1400, a6700? $1300?).

[@kylehaggard7348]

@@ts7071 a6700/xs20 are the cheapest new gen aps-c cameras with ibis, however both of those cameras have other significant improvements over the z50ii as well. Higher res and DR sensors, much improved video performance (codec and resolution), nearly double the battery capacity, etc. A worthy note is the a6600 which also has ibis for around the same price, but lacks a fair few modern features. The full frame Z5 also has ibis, but lacks loads of features that the z50ii has. Many MFT cameras have ibis, better video codecs, and same resolution, but trade off for worse autofocus and dynamic range while being a lot cheaper.

[@MoonProds]

I m​ean you can easily get a Sony Zv-e10 under $600@@ts7071

[@d.k.1394]

Sad

[@1armbiker]

I do wish they’d do something like a Z70 or Z80 that harkens back to the D5/500 days, but honestly at this point FX is just too cheap. Like back when full frame cost a minimum of $3000 for a D700 or the “affordable” D600 at $2100, sure it made sense to make a flagship class body with a smaller sensor to bring the price down and keep the higher end features, but you’ve been able to get a full frame Z5 for like $1000 for years now. At this point it just doesn’t make sense to invest into smaller sensors because FF is the sweet spot for performance, and the cost isn’t really higher.

[@KK-fi6ms]

Yes I understand "IBIS is not the norm in this price range", but then now how about Nikon release a higher-priced APSC camera with IBIS? This is your fourth APSC camera, Nikon. Not one has IBIS.

[@brucegarethgeorge]

It may be in the pipeline. The D500 has yet to be replaced. Who knows?

[@NorthBorneoLights]

I think it's more likely they are cripple hammering their DX lines (ala Canon) to 'force' users to go high price FF out of frustration 😂

[@pseudoryx9284]

@@NorthBorneoLights Yet here I am drooling at both Canon and Sony's APSC models. I have no issue with the Z50ii existing, but we need at least a Z70 to compete with the R7/A6700. If anything this just shows that Nikon is crippling its APSC line even more than its competitors. Give me IBIS and focus stacking (and then spoil me with a battery grip) and I will buy it new no question asked.

[@1armbiker]

@@NorthBorneoLightsZ5 costs the same, it’s not a higher price.

[@haico1992]

​@@pseudoryx9284it have focus stacking since z30

[@cameralabs]

Finally you're pronouncing it correctly! Well, Chris at least.

[@Durio_zibethinus]

They're going halfway already, so proud with them 😆

[@cameralabs]

@@Durio_zibethinus at least they've been saying Zed correctly the whole time!

[@TL-xw6fh]

Need to keep explaining to Jordan that it's pronounced as "Nee" not "Nigh".

[@dominiclester3232]

@@TL-xw6fhSomething Kon from GOW does naturally...

[@PetaPixel]

No Gordon! Not you too!! - Jordan

[@generalben]

I think people wanted a d7000 or even a6700 equivalent, but aps c is supposed to be entry level now.

[@michaelcroff7097]

Before buying the A6700 I downloaded sample raw files from the XT5, R7, Z50, A6600 and A6700 and only the A6700’s were even remotely close to full frame in flexibility. And the video IQ is even better. It’s an incredible camera that can help earn $400/hour+

[@generalben]

@ weird way to end it. What is this, Linkedin?

[@danielvilliers612]

@@michaelcroff7097 LOL, if you can earn that much, why not go full frame then. Your post sound like a disguise sales pitch.

[@KK-fi6ms]

@@danielvilliers612 Even if we ignore the massive differences in price, many people, myself included, simply prefer APSC cameras because of smaller bodies and significantly smaller lenses. Often literally half in size and weight compared to their full-frame equivalent (i.e. *1.5).

[@NSXTypeRGTRLM]

That’s exactly why I went to a D7500 instead of waiting for a mirrorless Z DX camera.

[@Potato_Cannon]

Really wish this had IBIS, I this might be a good entry level into the Nikon ecosystem (or perhaps a used/refurb Z50 Mark I?) I really do hope that a crop sensor IBIS camera comes out from Nikon though, had hoped this would be the one that would come with it... With the Nikon Z5 costing around 1000 dollars direct from Nikon these days and having a FF sensor, 24 mega pixels, IBIS, Dual UHS-II slots, what is the arguement for the Z50 II?

[@haico1992]

Maybe, hopefully, Z30II

[@haico1992]

The argument is it cheap

[@wiktorsynoracki9801]

When you like sports or wildlife when you crop Z5 to DX format it has 10 megapixels instead of 21 from Z50. It is significant to some.

[@wojtekimbier]

Furthermore Z5 has a relatively slow burst rate at 4.5fps compared to 11fps mechanical shutter of this one.

[@Willymaze]

I own the Z5 and the Z30 and video has way better quality on the Z5, even being more constricted and limited. If you can get past the 1.7X crop with video is really nice. IBIS is a must in my opinion for handheld video, because the Z30 is jittery.

[@janbonne]

I am LOVING all the frames and video locations as well as the photography in this video. Wow. Kudos to capturing some amazing moments you two!

[@janbonne]

For example the color of Jordan’s shirt reflecting in his surrounding from his first shot

[@pcoussa]

But why were all the photos in black and white?

[@Durio_zibethinus]

​@@pcoussaartistic preference?

[@GrahamJonesJr]

Agreed, this video had exceptional beauty with color / composition / exposure -at least to my eyes. Was it Nikon? Or just being in Japan?!

[@khaldounal-nuaimi3594]

Man, I just got back from the Nikon Museum, truly a treasure for any photographer.

[@Stop-All-War]

F6 film camera & D750/D850

[@ripcamera]

This has me definitely hoping for Nikon Z fc II! Nikon's on a roll. Hopefully they make higher range of APSC cameras too, a Z60 or Z70 would be interesting, as well as more primes and zooms! 18-33mm f2 zoom would be a dream.

[@b34k97]

I’d be fine with the same sensor… but no IBIS? No thanks.

[@garykinard7553]

Hopefully Nikon will bring out a new pro level Croper..

[@ShwarcArnold]

@@garykinard7553 4Q 2025

[@afferist]

IBIS is not capable on full-frame Sony, it is even worse on crop

[@Nathan.1882]

for a 500+ grams cam .. kinda wierd it doesn't have ibis.

[@rajin250]

if this camera had IBIS then I would upgrade my z50 to this one ... I dont mind the sensor size etc - z50 was already a very capable and fun camera to shoot with for a beginner like me. Plus the picture quality is top notch at this price point

[@goldfries]

Z 50 is a great camera, I like how it handles a lot more than my Z fc.

[@barryobrien1890]

Stick with the z50 and get a tiny gymbal for video. For new z50 buyers this is an upgrade. If you want to learn color grading it's perfect

[@petercreagh8797]

I wanted a compact mirrorless to replace my heavy DSLR and I got a Fuji XS10 due to it having IBIS which the cheap Nikons did not have plus it has about 6more mp than this. Fuji lenses are Canon L quality in my opinion which was a nice surprise.

[@GS-XV]

The most impressive thing in the video is that Chris is finally pronouncing Nikon correctly, the other guy is hopeless though ...

[@michaeljkeeney]

I'll be picking this up! I've been waiting for this for a while, Nikon. Thanks!

[@pilotdog68]

I've been waiting a while too, but I really thought there would be a sensor upgrade...

[@michaeljkeeney]

@pilotdog68 Don't sweat it. I owned the D500 and this is the best crop sensor I've ever used.

I bought the Z50 two months ago (my first ever interchangeable lens camera), somewhat hesitating that I should wait for the already rumored Z50 II. Well, I don't mind at all. In those two months I had a lots of fun with the camera, made amazing pictures, and certainly saved a bit of money. Sure, the more advanced subject detection would be nice, as well as the flippy screen for times when i shoot in vertical, close to the ground. But it's still an amazing tool, I have zero regrets on not waiting for the II

[@d.k.1394]

🎉

[@JamesFryerCreative]

Agreed. The Z50 is a great, and I think, underrated camera. It’s good that Nikon is improving it, but for photography, this feels more like a bump than a whole new version.

[@xmeda]

Why you selected such crippled mount that clearly only favours FF cameras? :D

@@xmeda I didn't want to go fullframe right away. This one seemed to be a great opportunity to experience these kind of systems, and see if i liked it, and maybe figure out what features are missing for me, if any. My previous camera was a Lumix FZ-82 so it's a huge upgrade. I bought the 24-200 lens, and just a few days ago the 105 macro, both of them will work perfectly in case i go FF. Nikon seemed to be a great option. Fuji cameras felt really uncomfortable in my hands, i don't like Canon as a brand, and Sony is really expensive. I'll see if i can earn some money with my skills, and maybe i'll switch to FF when the Z50 is the limiting factor. Also, i like to hike, ride MTB so a smaller lighter camera is a plus.

[@davidgambin2551]

Don’t get deceived with the sensor age, it’s outstanding, don’t let marketing mess around with your perception. It’s a small change but the camera was brilliant already, getting better eye detection is all it needed tbh. I loved my Z50 for the 4 years I had it. Would get one again, either I or II

[@Stop-All-War]

So you loved it & sold it, or "upgraded"?... i see 😂

[@capturemeinpictures]

Nice review. Question: When plugged into a computer and used as a webcam, does the new Z50ii get power from and send a video signal through the USB-C cable? The original Z50 does not, but the Z30 does. Thanks

[@JjackVideo]

The sensor is not a problem. The lack of IBIS is insane - especially to beginners coming from phones with fantastic stabilization

[@opalyankaBG]

The kit lens is stabilized. 95% of Z50II buyers will never buy a second lens.

[@barryobrien1890]

If you want stable get an action camera, it kills everything else for half this price. Ibis is overrated. Before ibis everyone complained about af, then 1 card slot. People love to complain about something they will never purchase.

[@xmeda]

@@barryobrien1890 Ibis is overrated? So you have no idea. All my Pentax bodies since 2006 had IBIS. It is absolute standard. And all my Olympus cameras have it also. EM5III can easily do 2 sec wideangle nightshots without any tripod just from hand. Plenty of fast lenses have zero stabilization due to element physics. IBIS solves that. There is no reason to omit such thing. Even the cheapest tiny Olympus EPL line has it.

[@barryobrien1890]

@xmeda all depends on the use case. Sony released the Fx30 and Canon the R5c as video centric hybrid cameras without ibis. Obviously these very successful camera companies did not seek your armchair advice. The new age hybrid shooters or content creators that Nikon calls them, are looking to update their game on the video side for their social media and photography ibis is pretty bad for video compared to a gymbal. If Nikon is targeting users that want to shoot 10 bit log and color grade, that's their choice. Obviously Pentax and Olympus have learned from your advice and become wildly sucessful

[@jammaschan]

@@xmeda so you're saying we shouldn't be shooting on ARRI Alexas or Sony Venice systems then? Not even RED or Blackmagic? Canon C series? None of those have IBIS. I wonder why?

[@Cervin_Suisse]

Thank you gents, interesting introductory video. I hope you will get a chance to do a in depth testing and present the results of your professional analysis. Usually APSC entry level cameras don't get that much investigative attention. Keep up the good work.

[@ronaldmcyr156]

Have used the Z50 for a few years. The sensor is great. The kit lenses DX 16-50 and 50-250 are surprisingly sharp and have built-in image stabilization. The full-frame Z 24-200 and 105 micro both have image stabilization and get extra range on this small body. I have owned and used a variety of NIKON DSLR/lenses, including the 850; the Z-lenses in equivalent price ranges are sharper; if you already have DSLR lenses, you can buy a F to Z adapter; the DX 16-80 f/2.8 is image-stabilized and has great optics. I own the Zf, which has superb IBIS, but it costs twice as much as the Z50 and is bigger/heavier. The Z50 is an excellent travel camera. Not convinced the upgrade is worthwhile for me. If this is your first venture into the Z system, I'd suggest getting a used Z50 with both the DX 16-50 and DX 50-250 kit lenses; there are plenty available at Keh, Adorama, B&H, EBay etc and you'll save a few hundred $.

[@PiTdeLyX]

Oh, that was nice to see! Finally the z50 got a af-system that’s not years behind other brands! If it truly has the uhs-II card slot then it would be a really capable camera for everything wildlife, even with the older sensor. They really need to step up their game in regard to lenses or give us those sigma f2.8 zooms that canon recently opened for the rf-mount. Bigger battery’s is also great to hear, I just hope they are downward compatible with the older cameras…

[@lordmashie]

North American discovers they’re the only ones that say ‘nye con’

[@d.k.1394]

Lol

[@davidgambin2551]

In the UK people are switching from eye-key-ah to e-keh-ah (IKEA). And also Nike, and other stuff. I’d be glad if the US stopped saying nye-kon 😂

[@davidgambin2551]

Just imagine them saying so-nye for Sony 😂😂😂

[@shrayesraman5192]

Bill Nye con

[@geofflongford2008]

And zee

[@ScottJWaldron]

It's an update at least. 😅 I'll be curious to see if the Z30 is updated as well. Though, my hope for something closer to a Nikon version of the Sony FX30 rather than a physically cut down version of the Z50ii is pretty much nil. 2 hour record limit, no ibis, single card slot, smaller battery... etc.

[@iphalemghi1494]

How about the heat problem? How many hours or photos before the camera shut down because overheat

[@MaxR.]

I was waiting for the Z50 II as i loved my Z5 but hated the size and weight. Got a Fujifilm X-S20 instead. If the Z50II would have IBIS I would switch back to Nikon. But like this, no thank you

[@macccu]

It’s interesting that Nikon and Panasonic are opening profile/recipe ecosystem to users, while Fuji (that is most known for it) keeps it closed and uses it upsell new cameras. I mean you can create own sims, but only in camera and there is easy way to share.

[@Durio_zibethinus]

Looks like an illusion of choice in photography industry, eh? 👀

[@burnedmozzarella]

@@macccu olympus is far more liberating tho it's own recipe can't be shared to other users

[@rsteup]

As usual, excellent video! What hand strap are you using? Cheers to Nikon! Thank you both.

[@-grey]

I love that these companies are cranking out shareable community LUTs and recipes as a feature now. I imagine it's wayyy too complicated for most people buying Fujifilm cameras to bother with though. Fuji recipes are just picking probably classic chrome, tweaking the contrast and saturation, and twerking the white balance shift. That's easy.

[@Mike_Ferguson]

I'm sending my Nikon Z50 to my Granddaughter for Christmas. It is about 4 months old. I purchased the Nikon Z50ii 2 weeks ago! It is now my everyday carry! My Nikon Z8 and Z6ii are for Artistry.

[@drbeardo6960]

I've got D500 with 200-500 for wildlife photography and Canon R6m2 with EF glasses for video Keeping my set-up

[@bassangler73]

I got the same wildlife setup..I'm keeping mine as well!

[@goldfries]

Those are 2 amazing camera bodies from their time.

[@FireImageFM1]

Nice review as always however I do love that you get the products early and get the test them out and tell us about them that is amazing and awesome keep doing what you doing and this review has nothing to do with you and just got something to do with the camera I'm not biased towards any camera but I like your reviews and keep going

[@andrzejjaniak6849]

First of all, Z50 is not a6700 equivalent, rather a6400 equivalent. No IBIS at this price range. Second of all, if you look at 20mpx on a DX, the pixel density is equivalent to 45mpx on FX. There's no need for more mpx. Also, its one of the best DX Nikon sensors ever. I am glad they kept it.

[@codykodina8428]

They say mention that the Z50 II is comparable to a6400 @ 15:09

[@ghaah]

No its not great bad quality compared to sony sensor

[@ariesmight6978]

​@@ghaah " Great bad quality "¿¿

[@petouser]

idk. That's like saying less than 4 MP would be enough on an iPhone, because then it would be the same pixel density than on an 45 MP Nikon FF sensor. I don't think it works like that. There is nothing wrong with smaller image sensors having higher pixel densities since smaller formats have different lenses that work better for their regarding formats.

[@ItzSi]

It makes a lot of sense as a back up or someone new to the system, but it’s about time they make a pro APSC body with IBIS.

[@jlwilliams]

Yipe, so much of the video in this segment (not just the end) looks flat and murky… was that the camera's fault, or was the light really that bad the whole time?

[@ts7071]

Looked cloudy and had poor lighting.

[@alexsolovjovs4380]

No IBIS camera shake is pretty evident too. Looks pretty amateurish if that is what they were after to highlight the target audience and expected use of z50ii

[@ts7071]

@@alexsolovjovs4380 yah all those non ibis camera (and some with ibis-looking at you Sony) look similar. Really need a gimbal

[@botch3936]

Still perfectly happy with my D-500, but have lusted over the 3D Focus Tracking/Eye Tracking (I shoot critters), and this with the F-to-Z adapter might just be my ticket. Thanks!

[@detachedmind]

Does the built in flash on the z50II trigger remote Nikon flashes?

[@josephryan5448]

I really loved the shots of Chris on the beach, towards the end of the video. I know y’all were saying you were losing light but it was a good looking shot. Thank you for the review, I watched it a few times. This might be a good camera for me. Wish it had weather sealing, ruined my z30 when it got wet at Disneyland.

[@milanzivkovic5790]

I am traveling to Kamakura this Sunday but I guess I've missed you by a few weeks. There were some interesting black and white photos. Love the night shoot.

[@niccollsvideo]

You’ll love it! And you will hit the beautiful colors that hadn’t started for us yet.

[@GamerGimador]

Upgrading from D5600 to Z50II, yes! or go with Z6II or what you recommend under $2K?

[@samki_foto]

I like it having HLG format. Coming from Z fc I am not sure I should upgrade but it has more video features so that's good if you are looking for that.

[@steevewhitehead1416]

I have a question for the person reviewing the Nikon Z50 mark 2 camera. I am trying to find out whether this camera works well on F to Z adapted lenses, particularly, Sigma 150 to 600mm F mount, Sigma 100 to 400mm F mount, Sigma 18 to 35 mm F mount apsc. Also EF to Z adaptor with autofocus, so I can add my canon EF glass to my Nikon set up?

[@Austinite333]

The sensor is a not an issue. The D500 was raved about and that same sensor with more modern processing is just fine. If you want more mp’s go high end full frame. Personally I have always found 20-24 to be plenty. My concern is the camera built any better than the original? I have an original Z6 and the build on that camera is just fine.

[@garyn7067]

Nice but underwhelming. I understand trying to keep the cost down, but Nikon is still badly behind Canon in the APS-C world. I'm waiting for the Z70 or Z500, with IBIS. Price-wise, the Z50-mk2 is comparable to the Canon R10, a $1,000 camera.

[@drchtct]

Behind Canon? You mean behind Sony and Fuji. Do people use Canon APSC cameras? Which lenses do they use lmao

[@el_fucko]

@@drchtct They use lenses made for full frame bodies and convince themselves that there is a sweet spot advantage to using only half the image circle. I speak from experience...

[@garyn7067]

@@drchtct TOTALLY agree. Canon historically has been Nikon's competition. But now in the mirrorless world, Fuji and Sony are established, and both Nikon and Canon are playing catch up. Canon and Nikon are both in underdog situations. For cameras: Nikon only has the Z50 and now the Z50-mk2. Sorry, for this, I don't count the Zfc and Z30. - Nikon is missing the mirrorless equivalent of the D7xxx and D500 cameras. Unless their strategy is to push those users to FF. Canon has the R100, R50, R10 and R7. Fuji has the XT30ii, XT50 and XT4 Sony has the A6100, 6400, 6600 and 6700 For lenses: Nikon: The Z lens mount is open to 3rd party. BUT you need a lens with OIS, since the Z50 and Z50ii do not have IBIS. Bummer. This cuts out some of the Z lenses. Canon: Until just recently the R lens mount was closed to 3rd party lens makers, making autofocus lenses. And only the APS-C R mount has been opened, the FF mount is still closed. So if you get an R7, there is NO Sigma RF 70-200/2.8. You either buy the $3,000 Canon RF lens, or adapt an EF lens. And EF lenses have been and are being discontinued by the lens makers, so that is NOT a long term option. So for lenses Canon is definitely behind. I made a comparison chart last year, and it showed how badly both Nikon and Canon APS-C are behind Fuji and Sony for OEM and 3rd party lenses.

[@barryobrien1890]

​@@garyn7067agreed, but the older Sony and Fuji lenses don't stack up that well to the newest mirrorless lenses, so unless you go used, the value of these older lenses is not great. Fuji has excellent glass but it's more expensive than ff glass, so it's really size that you get at the expense of crap af. At least these new Nikon and Canon apsc have Sony level af, and pretty decent kit lenses. It is entry level for these companies. Fuji it's different as they don't offer ff, so it's not a fair comparison

[@anthonymrbs]

I’m sure Nikon knows much more than I do when it comes to what cameras they release, but I think an APS sensor in a Z6iii body with the bigger battery and IBIS priced under $2000 would be fantastic. But they also need a more pro mid range DXZ zoom.

[@MichaelWerneburg]

Compelling review. After a decade with IBIS I struggle without it. P.S. For this displaced Calgarian, I find Kamakura the best place bring visitors to Tokyo. Super for a walk with a camera (or better yet a bike rental).

[@sgjrfjtr9854]

many have written about IBIS, but where is the reduced ISO here? ISO 50 is very necessary when working with high-aperture optics, or when we want to get a longer shutter speed...

[@corktail7900]

i think the new picture controls will teach people to shoot jpeg instead of raw, because now you can get a style you want sooc instead of wasting time editing

[@FernandoC]

My last camera I bought was the D610 and I want to stay in the full frame world, so any advice if i want to stick with Nikon? Is there something coming out soon that I should wait for if i want to buy a camera in the next ~6 months?

[@steve3751]

can you compare the autofocus to the a6400 and r50 and z30

[@hendrikmintarno]

i wish nikon release the 24-85 f/2.8-4 for Z. great for travel and combined with this body, should be great.

[@RobertWalker-tr4dv]

Chris, what camera bag are you using?

[@mikeinnc4960]

Great review. Thank you! I like to do birding, and birds in flight. Can you give me your opinion on if there any advantage of pre release over burst with this type of shooting?

[@randiTriadi]

I want a small travel & stage camera. Looks like the z50ii is a perfect candidate for that role. The question would be to get this or wait for z5ii?

[@cr4zyg047]

Gives me fond memories of my first camera, the Nikon D40. How far we've come!

[@MusabTahaTarik]

pretty little camera like a toy but a solid toy

[@d.k.1394]

Lol

[@baldgamer305]

Every Time you said Nikon it felt like someone slapped me over the face 😊, Love the review , the Channel and Podcast guys keep up the awesome content.

[@choozzzzchoochoo]

The red lut can use some tuning, too much contrast...

[@rawalkiran1]

Greetings 🙏🙏 any idea when z80/90 shall be coming ???

[@matthewwells1606]

Do you know the EVF refresh rate? Is it still 60 Hz?

[@MarKuzvicky]

So 5-year old tech is okay??

[@planetfun85]

No, its not, but r10, r50, r7 have the same old sensors from dslrs. Even older than this.

[@danieliigoosmillo3252]

Dude I use a 15 year old cam

[@Rushtik9506]

Even it's the same old sensor it doesn't mean the materials use is the same, it's different and improved,

[@andrzejjaniak6849]

This sensor is excellent, one of the best DX sensors on the market still which shows how good it is. Plus, with new processor it's going to be a different performance. Better processors impact image quality as well.

[@Shoxart]

No, it's not okay, we don't buy this camera and Nikon will decide to upgrade this in a year to Z50s MK2 :)... with proper specs.

[@wongkesiang2287]

Kamakura have been cloudy for the past week, I wonder what day you guys filmed on?

[@corykphotography]

I don't care what anyone says about it. Good or bad, I want it. I'm betting it's more than capable and would be great as a backup for my z5

[@MrJayclas]

Thank you Jordan for pronouncing the cameras manufacturer names correct!

[@andrewmason8691]

It’s only a small thing, but I like the dedicated button for Picture Control. I hope my Z6iii, Z8 and Z9 get it in a future firmware update.

[@iamakkkshay]

Why not a 12MP APS-C sensor for full pixel 4K readout :( This does pixel binning for 4K?

[@iamakkkshay]

ok, so for 4K 30 it's 5.6K oversampled while 4K 60 is cropped to 1.5X for 4K readout. Sony A6700 and ZV-E10ii are much better when compared, this compares to A6400 specs which is fine for beginners for photography and filmmaking.

[@iamakkkshay]

The more I look into the more I love this camera XD No IBIS, No Low Pass Filter, Mechanical Shutter with brightest EVF, Built in Flash, Pre-Capture makes it one of a kind in this category :) Yes, real filmmakers do hate IBIS

[@simonyoung1339]

@@iamakkkshayall true but us filmmakers do really love an OLPF. No olpf is a deal breaker.

[@Shoxart]

@@iamakkkshay This camera is not for semi-pro recording. This crop it's very annoying.

[@iamakkkshay]

@@Shoxart This is a 1080p camera :) no crop in 30/60/120fps then

[@johnwilde164]

Nikon doesn't sell Zed cameras in the USA, they only sell Zee cameras. :-)

[@myretiredlifeinjapan6146]

Nice to see ya'll in my hometown. Glad you didn't get nailed by the zooming hawks. Wish I knew...would have taken you out for Yakiniku! Been thinking about getting a 2nd video camera for b roll. Have Z8 and ZF... really don't want to spend a lot on a 3rd camera (Z6iii), but no IBIS, and I need to get APSC lenes? Hmmm? Thanks for the encouraging episode. Safe travels.

[@adamplays6830]

gyus, where can I get ""golden hour glow" recipe from? Wanted to try it out. I assume it's kinda specific Picture Control preset, or?

[@sdhute]

I like the low light that 20mp sensor brings.

[@Anugrah_Amriza]

As a Z50 MK I User, feel free to call the MK II a Fossil with Upgrades. I gave the permission to do so since I own the first generation 🤣

[@oviasifovihasan]

How do you compare it with FUJIFILM X-M5? Mainly, video capabilities...

[@tikbalangmedia]

Alright the PP Pros get the like for that KEH add, that was great (and yes I'm bringing back the PP Pros).

[@jpdj2715]

Picture Controls" to me seem to offer nothing new here, except their marketing as a way to compete with Fuji's film emulations. Nikon NX Studio and Nikon cameras already since ages can create profiles and modify them. They can be moved around between cameras via the memory card. In the B&W section, Nikon added Deep Tone Monochrome that reminds me of 120 confection Kodak Tri-X - my favourite. (The 120 confection - 60 mm wide - was used in real medium format cameras and it differed from the emulsion on the 135 confection films.) When I discovered the Deep Tone Monochrome, I copied it to NX Studio and to my Z camera. The grain differs, yes, and that's a matter of raw processing software. But it's not an issue. The gradation out of the box is beautiful. The picture controls are just profiles and in the meantime, Adobe emulates these "camera profiles" with profiles for Adobe Camera Raw too. You can shoot raw (i.e. Bayer colour) and in post convert to Deep Tone Monochrome B&W. Or other profiles. Note that in Adobe, "Adobe Standard" means you use a camera-specific-profile that tries to make all cameras look the same: Adobe flat, Adobe neutral - easily displayed on a 7-bits per channel monitor that emulates 8 bits per channel - with limited colour space. While Adobe Camera Raw is the raw processor for/in both Lightroom Classic (it IS the Develop tab) and Photoshop, its resources are in the Lightroom directories: 1,287 "Adobe Standard" profiles that all try to make your images look the same. If that doesn't work properly, then "the naive" blame cameras and sensors, as they have no clue. It may just be a less successful Adobe profile for your camera (down to firmware version in some cases). Also note that cameras without OLPF shoot much sharper images than cameras with OLPF. You can see - ceteris paribus - the impact of the OLPF when you compare the sharpest F-mount lens in DxOMark when mounted on a D800 (OLPF, 36MP) to mounted on a D800E (OLPF Eliminated, 36MP). At full frame (photosite density), all Nikons under that 36MP have an OLPF, and above, have not. So a 24 MP Z full frame camera has one, but a 20MP APS-C Nikon has not and that's why they shoot comparably sharp images. When we first got cameras offered without OLPF, "we" had to swallow residual Bayer grain. This is just inadequate or failed raw processing as per the Bayer paradigm. Or lazy programming. Shots taken in fairly normal light levels should not have grain. But cameras without OLPF may have grain in darker image zones, low contrast zones, and blurry zones (where, in each case, better raw processing AI is needed to compensate the absence of the OLPF). Nikon have not upped their ante in this respect as in NX Studio we see detail loss, or in other raw processing apps we see better detail recovery, e.g. in the highlights. This can just be a matter of AI of the "learning" (as opposed to pure "algorithmic") type not having been trained enough before it was sent to market. Adobe took until 2023 to come up with improved AI Denoise in their ACR tool, while Topaz (DeNoise AI) was years ahead and DxO (DeepPRIME in PhotoLab and PureRAW) somewhere in between. Pressure from these latter two must have convinced Mudbrick management but the first version had extremely bad demosaicking.

[@Wildbill95]

Hoping to see one of your great shootouts between these new APS-C's soon....Fuji X-S20 vs Z 50 II vs r7 II or whichever cameras make the best shootout.

[@HarryLewinASR]

I'd appreciate an analysis: how signifiant is a Raw shooter need to access the raw when a well thought out (raw+) JPG is available. You pitched this camera as a path to grow to shoot raw, but getting away from shooting only raw is a valid path, especially if the perdominant edits that a raw shooter would make can be anticipated and pre-applied. Perhaps only a handfull of well thought out film modes would suffice in 90%+of the time.

[@prentrupathome5319]

Side flip screen, headphone socket, 10 bit, tally light, product showcase, this is excellent for video. Nikon 16-50 kit lens is better than Sony. Also the Z50 is much nicer to hold/handle than others. Will they bring out an equivalent Z30ii for travellers?

[@ZacharyPawlowski]

I'd like to see Jordan discuss the Panasonic S9 vs the Nikon ZF for video

[@miheerporadiya]

Sony a6400 and fuji xs-10 smokes this

[@ditsepusegerane7942]

Easy!

[@Anugrah_Amriza]

*a6700

[@m4rcin847]

​@@Anugrah_Amriza6700 is in another league. Even 6400 is better than this.

[@jimstirling7223]

@@m4rcin847 There are no fanboys like Sony fanboys , the A6400 has no IBIS, 1 UHS 1 slot, awful ergonomics , etc etc it also cost $900 at launch there are no perfect cameras from any maker just take your pick . As regards IBIS for whatever reason both Sony and Panasonic have vlogging centric cameras with no IBIS

[@m4rcin847]

@@jimstirling7223 There are no haters like Sony haters, most likely Fuji noobs that bought one coz TikTok told them to. Why no IBIS? Maybe because its next to useless in video. Sony and Panasonic people knows that pretty well, unlike you. If you are serious about video, you buying a gimbal. Similar cost to paying more for camera with IBIS but infinitely better results.

[@Isewake]

I would like to know if the AF is just as fast and reliable as the D500. Shoot collegiate sports so that is probably the thing of most importance to me.

[@budthecyborg4575]

4:29 While it's true the old sensor isn't any worse than Fuji or Canon in terms of dynamic range, the XT-5 and R7 have 57% (R7) and 100% (X-T5) more resolution while maintaining the same dynamic range, so this really is a disappointing sensor compared to its peers.

[@cameronricks4157]

Couple questions I would love you to answer on the podcast if willing. 1. Is the autofocus good enough to use for birds in flight? 2. Is the rolling shutter enough of an issue with the prerelease capture that it isn’t usable for birds in flight? The dream scenario I would use this camera for is to catch birds taking off using the pre release capture, but if the autofocus won’t keep up and the image will be a wavy mess then that won’t really work. Thanks for always reading the comments!

[@ZangLussuria]

Been waiting for a Z50ii. Was choosing between a Z30 or Fuji X-M5. I leaned towards the X-M5 because of the film sims and product priority mode but I really do like the grip of the Z30. I use a Tamron 28-75/2.8 on my Nikon D80 and I'm just waiting for the Tamron 17-70/2.8 for Z mount.

[@slimphotog]

Can you do without a viewfinder if you choose Z30/X-M5? That's my dilemma.

[@ЮрийВенедиктович-т8ъ]

Is red record diod could be turned off manually?

[@africanwildlifeonline]

Can it take the FTZ adapter?

[@robin9339]

Yes it can

[@fwfeo]

Yes of course, because it’s a Z mount camera like Z6, 7, 8 & 9.

[@gordon3988]

Thanks guys,..a lot of improvements to a good camera, albeit like many noted IBIS, even at a Sony level (OK, not great) would have been a big plus. More than just an incremental upgrade IMO. Older sensor I think is a testament to the fact that any sensor in a camera from the last several years is good enough for most uses. No need to improve further in many cases, so a lot of new features are largely just ways to make the camera be more fun or a better fit for social media uses.

[@matthieugille1914]

Birds mode in AF on Z50 II but not on ZF that it cost the double Price...when a firmware update for the ZF?

[@qyl-km]

To better support 3rd party lens, IBIS is a must. A lot of 3rd party lens especially large aperture prime ones are non-VR.

[@martinmartynez2425]

Thanks for video guys 👍

[@MichaelaWerner]

I like Nikon cameras and if I hadn't invested in Micro Four Thirds this year, I would have buying this camera. I wish you plenty of fun in Japan, I am this week in Japan too.

[@MrNecropodo]

1:24 you said Nikon on the English way

[@niccollsvideo]

Oh my lord I did! So sorry for that slip up.

[@amermeleitor]

I want a XT30 / XE4 from Nikon. An APSC camera smaller than the ZFC.

[@venkataraman8069]

Hii, Can you please make a comparison video with Canon R50 in detail. I'm planning to buy one. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@jalisco2123]

Question, does it have IBIS…?

[@zureq2946]

Looks promising. I was waiting for Z90/Z90 - IBIS, new/better 33 Mipix sensor, bird detection, 3D tracking. Hmmm, we got birds and 3D. In fact I need camera for birds and I have VR in the lens (Tamron 150-500), price is very decent. Zfc and collection of mostly Viltrox primes will be still my main camera, but bird detection and better AF was something that was missing in Zfc. Dear Chris, haven't you heard anything about Z90 during your visit in Japan? :) Can you tell if I should wait for Z90 or buy Z50 II? :)

[@koolkutz7]

I am not sure I am to impressed with the camera specs but I loved the music track in the image samples section! So essentially, it has the same sensor as my Nikon D7500 and still no IBIS. I bought a Fujifilm X-S10 a couple of years ago and that is a lovely little camera. Now they know how to do color science 🙂

[@ralffroberg1322]

Is the camera weather resistant?

[@JulianFok]

Great job guys! Kamakura is now on my list of places to visit!

[@tomnorton8499]

I had a feeling was going to release a new/updated camera with the number of KZbin channels doing a a tour of the new Nikon HQ. While I am happy about the upgrades for the z50 in I really hope this is a precursor to the release of a Z90.

[@evo271]

How much yens did they save to make that flash to be manual pop up ?

[@moderntimes4814]

Suggest a camera in 3 category ( pro, enthusiastic, biggeners) camera for still photography

[@detachedmind]

What version of SD card is supported?

[@PetaPixel]

UHS-II

[@ZachAshcraftPhotography]

any details on overheating?

[@BjørjaBear]

The lenses doesn't seem to be there for Nikon APSC