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Nikon Z50 vs Nikon Z50 II
Nikon Z50
Camera summary
The Nikon Z50, made by Nikon, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Oct. 10, 2019. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 204800. Well, that's what I call a night vision camera, its ISO will allow you to work practically in conditions were light is poor, practically darkness, way to go, especially if you enjoy night photography.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon Z50 II, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon Z50 II
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 21 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 209 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 320 shots per charge with the included EN-EL25 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Nikon Z50 II
Camera summary
The Nikon Z50 II, made by Nikon, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Nov. 7, 2024. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 204800. Well, that's what I call a night vision camera, its ISO will allow you to work practically in conditions were light is poor, practically darkness, way to go, especially if you enjoy night photography.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon Z50, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon Z50
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 21 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 209 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264, H.265.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 250 shots per charge with the included EN-EL25a battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | Yes |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 209 | 209 |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Oct. 10, 2019 | Nov. 7, 2024 |
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $756.95 | $909.00 |
| model | Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| Predecessor model | Nikon Z50 | |
| Successor model | Nikon Z50 II | |
Lense |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5x | 1.5x |
| Lens mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 115 | 115 |
Other features |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | n/a | n/a |
| Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 11.0 fps | 11.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 900 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| Battery life | 320 shots | 250 shots |
| Battery model | EN-EL25 | EN-EL25a |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm | 127 x 97 x 67mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 397 grs | 550 grs |
Screen |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Yes |
Sensor |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
| Max image resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5568 x 3712 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7 mm | 23.5 x 15.7 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 21 | 21 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| Headphone port | No |
Yes |
| Max video resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Viewfinder |
Nikon Z50 | Nikon Z50 II |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |