![]() ![]() So, is the 'seriousness' of the Z50 going to attract the Instagram crowd looking for a new toy to take their photography to the next level? Let's dive in a bit deeper and find out. So, despite its pricing putting it up against the Canon EOS M6 Mark II and Fujifilm X-T30, it looks like Nikon's intentions have it going up against the likes of smaller, cheaper options like Fujifilm's X-A7 and Canon's EOS M50. Its generous grip, well-placed buttons and dials, and general sense of solidity (without weighing you down too much) inspire confidence in the camera as a serious tool for making photographs.Īnd yet, it looks like Nikon is targeting the Z50 as a solution for non-photographers - meaning, people that may enjoy taking pictures, but don't think of themselves as being photographers. The Z50, as with the full-frame Z6 and Z7, is a pretty wonderful piece of ergonomic design. Funnily enough, that's about how I felt regarding the Nikon Z50 I had in my hands. As with all Japanese gardens, the setting is painstakingly polished everything is in its proper place. Out-of-camera JPEG | Nikkor Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 50mm | ISO 100 | 1/320 sec | F6.3Īs I strolled through Seattle's Japanese Garden for the first time, I was struck by how pleasant I felt. Finally, the Nikon Z50 uses a single UHS-I memory card slot compared to the Z6/ Z7’s single XQD card.The Nikon Z50 at the Seattle Japanese Garden and Fishermen's TerminalĪre non-photographers going to be hungry for a camera like the Z50? We'll have to wait and see. However like the Z6 and Z7 models, there is a Digic 6 processor which helps facilitate some of the Z50’s highlight features, including 4K video recording at 30 fps and an extended ISO range of 100 to 204,800. As a result, there is a mode dial on the Z50 to quickly adjust shooting modes, in addition to dual dials that are located on the front and rear of the hand grip. However, due to the smaller size of the Z50 the design of buttons and navigational joystick on the camera had to be altered. Nikon has maintained the same high-quality grip and coating that is found on either the Z6 or Z7, causing it to have a good overall feel when in use. When the Nikon Z50 is side by side with the Z6 or Z7 model, the look is very similar, however the Z50 is a miniature version of its predecessors. This camera was geared towards the lucrative mid-range consumer who has been interested in investing in a camera, but hasn’t quite pulled the trigger yet due to price and accessibility. With this new sensor integration, it means that the camera is much smaller in size and weight. Where this model differs however, is that the Z50 is the first camera in this lineup to feature a smaller APS-C sized sub-frame image sensor. This setting will allow you to fully view yourself, making it easy to see if you are in frame, and serves as a major selling feature for vloggers.Ĭoming hot off the heels of Nikon’s reinvented mirrorless camera strategy which was initially seen in their Z6 and Z7 model last year, the Nikon Z50 shares the exact same lens mount as these full frame cameras. Because of this, the Nikon Z50 makes for a great selfie-taking camera especially when put on Self Portrait Mode. Unlike most full frame cameras, the rear touch screen can tilt up 90° or down by 180°. Additionally, you can also use your Apple or Android phone as a remote monitor to see what your Z50 sees, adjust camera settings, take pictures, and record video.Īnother aspect of this camera that sets it apart from its competitors is its tilting screen capabilities. ![]() ![]() For instance, with Nikon’s SnapBridge app you can transfer photos and videos from your camera to your cellular device. One of our favorite features of the Nikon Z50 is its easily shareable WiFi and Bluetooth capabilities. This camera also features Eye-Detection AF (autofocus) as well as an electronic viewfinder, which can be used to help compose your images. The Z50 has a hybrid autofocusing system that offers 209 on-sensor AF points which cover approximately 90% of the frame and ensures edge-to-edge sharpness. Furthermore, the autofocus capabilities on the Nikon Z50 are nothing short of noteworthy. ![]() Nikon decided to dip their toes in a crop sensor market which has been heavily dominated by Canon, Sony, and Fujifilm over the years, so will their new camera stand up against its competitors? The specifications of Nikon’s Z50 model look promising, with its 20.9 megapixel DX format sensor as one of its main appealing features. ![]()
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