Being mainly a Canon user, your Unbiased and also Positive review of the Nikon Z50 was like a Breath Of Fresh Air. A Simply Excellent Review. Thank You.
Your review is awesome and stands out because of two things: 1. You're the first person to mention the ability to shoot 30 fps by reducing the picture size. Not heard that in ANY other review 2. You're the first person to mention the button on the left side above the screen I watched all kinds of videos about this camera and wanna buy it with the two kit lenses. I've not heard much bad about the Z50 except the screen flipping down but i'm not a vlogger so, yeah. Thank you for your awesome review!
Super glad the video was helpful. I tried to cover as many important details as I could. I would highly recommend getting the two lenses like you mentioned, it's a great value. Appreciate you joining the channel and sharing the review! If you get it, let me know how it works for you.
@@TechGearTalk So I really did buy it yesterday and I'm blown away by the quality and functionality. I have to say though, I now upgraded from a Nikon D60 (yeah, no joke) so no matter what, a new camera would be a huge upgrade. But I like to think that it isn't the camera that makes good pictures, it's the person pressing the shutter button. Having lots of features helps getting the pic you want though. In a selfish way, I'd like you to make a video on using the Z 50 especially in video-mode and how to get different results in different situations. So maybe somdeday you'll do a "real world" review of this, in my opinion, awesome camera.
@@4partmedia I can only say positive things. This camera has sparked my love for photography so much. It's a joy to use. I'm happy I bought the two lenses as I prefer to use the 50-250 much more. Didn't thought this would be the case beforehand. But both lenses are awesome and the picture quality is amazing for kit lenses. I'm really happy with this kit and I tend to use it for a very long time before thinking about buying a prime lens. In my opinion you can't go wrong with this camera.
Some other nice things on the Z50 are the following. You can set the f5 menu to on, that way you just press once the FN1/FN2 buttons and then use the front/rear dials to make the change, and press again to set them. You can use the focus ring on the Nikon Z lenses for other purposes, i set it to change the ISO. The camera default in "View settings in Live view" is set to on, that way you can view your exposure and that is a good thing, most of the times. But let's say you're in a studio enviroment and you want to shoot using speedlights at f/8 ISO 100 1/200". In that case with the default setting your screen will be black. There are 3 ways to correct this, the first is to dive into the menus and find it and turn it off ,that way the camera will ignore your settings and show you the view. The second is to assign the setting into the i menu for quick access, but the third is by far the best. If you either pop up the flash, attach an external flash, or attach a flash controller, the Z50 will set the "View settings in live view" to off , when you remove the flash it will set it back on automatically. Picture profiles, noise reduction , even active D-lighting options are somehow "baked" not only in jpeg but in RAW also. You can still edit them out if you like in the RAW file, but i find it very convinient from the Z50 to match perfect the jpeg and RAW outputs.
Excellent video, probably one of the best Z50 reviews I've seen on YT. As a long time Nikon shooter I really appreciated the balanced and thoughtful assessment of the Z50's features. Your video and production quality are outstanding too.
The most thorough reviewI have seen on RUclips for this camera. I have other Nikon DSLR’s that I use for portrait and action sports shots but this looks perfect for an every day camera and in particular travel camera to take on vacations. You sold me on it. I ordered it today with the 17-50 kit lens and the FTZ adapter which will allow me to use all my other Nikon glass. Thanks for giving such a well thought out and complete review.
I have a nikon z50 for 4 years, this is an excellent and professional camera ( not entry-level camera) all images i shot are excellent sharp photos, autofocus is precise, build quality small and lighter. Excellent for all types of photography: portraits, sports, wildlife, landscape, i tried all etc... ❤❤❤
I love Nikon and this Z50 is one of my favorites!! Great review... thanks!! Oh and yes, you can blog with the SmallRig Vlogging Mounting Plate that comes with the "Creator's Kit". Problem solved!!
@@wwcreations1 the other stuff that's in the creator's kit is a Rode small shotgun mic (i have one, great little mic) and a Gorillapod, which I have mixed feelings about. Hope this helps.
Bought the z50 specifically for its light weight and popup flash. Even the 50-250 is super lightweight. So for street I have the z6 with 40 f2. For portraits I have the z6 with viltrox 85mm. For longer ranges I have the z50 with 50-250. And for in house I have the z50 with 16-50 with flash.
Same here, still using my D5000 that I bought when I was in art school. I love it, it has traveled the world, but the autofocus and video is from the last century and so is the size for street photography, travel, candid portraits. APS-C sensors still produce phenomenal results printing to 13x19 and more, but I’m looking at moving from DX glass into investing in Z S-line glass. I hope Nikon sees the feedback from this and invest more thought into the Z line.
any reviewss after a year of having a z50? do you think it has served you well? will you be upgrading any time soon? I'm just so indecisive about this camera, please help
So how was your 1 year with z50 ? I am buying this after 2 days and want to know if you want to share what you liked and disliked using this Nikon ? Do share veere
Been thinking of upgrading my D5300 to the Z50 and have trawled several reviews but this is by far the best, most detailed and articulate one I've seen and has helped make my mind up! Thanks!
I own a D7500 with a Sigma 18-35 Art lens. I got this Z50 while still not sure if it was worth it. After a week with it, I can say that it has better low light performance than my D7500 and also thanks to the improved auto focus I am getting sharper images at night. I can truly say this upgrade was well worth it for me. I will still keep my D7500 because I sometimes shoot when its rainy out and its nice to have a backup as well.
Appreciate the insights Rick! Not sure if you saw the low light performance at the end but I thought it was outstanding all the way until you get to 25600
The D7500 is a srtipped down D500 which was the best DX professional camera - many professional photographers working with full frame cameras owned a D500 too, praising it for its sports and wild life capabilities. The D7500 has the same sensor and Expeed 5 processor that the D500 had. What it doesn't have is the supped up focusing system and buffer capacity of the D500. The D7500 is a very good camera by any standard. The mirorless Z50 has the same size sensor as the D500 but it has a much higher ISO apability. It must be a developed / improved sensor.
I also got the Z50 + FTZ adapter with the 18-35 Art lens and it's a fantastic combo. I came from a D5200 and have good DX specific glass and the Z50 was the cheap and correct move for me.
I'm looking to get back into photography as a granddad. When my own kids were young, their sporting and performing moments were captured on a D70 and a Sony camcorder - that used tapes!! I was thinking about the D500 but came across a review of the Z50 on another channel that is well established and usually very good. I have to say their review wasn't particularly informative or helpful for me but this has been excellent!! Thank you so much. I've really learned a lot and now have a clear idea of what direction to go in for my next camera. Of course I am now a subscriber to your channel.
I'm so glad I was able to help in the decision making process George. Excited for you to get back to doing something you love! Thank you for the kind words and welcome to the channel!
I love mine. I especially love the customizability of the camera. Thanks for your review, it was very informative. I have mine set to Back Button Focus.
Hi Frank - it's such a good camera. Appreciate you sharing your insight and for the kind words about the review. Thanks for being part of the community.
I was planning on buying a Z50. I'm starting to learn about photography, and to become a professional photographer. This review helped me out clarify all the doubts I had about the Z50. Excellent job.
Thanks for a great detailed review. I am a little late to the Z50 party, got my Z6 ii first replacing my well worn out D750, now I am looking to replace my D500 and was glad there is a mirrorless Z option to move to. Your review really covered all the questions I have. It's weird that the buttons are all in different places on this model but won't be too strange once set up similar to my other body. Thanks for covering the lenses too. I have decided to go with a kit to grab the kit lenses. They will make it much lighter on days I do not need my older and much heavier glass and save my hands and wrists the arthritis agony haha! Thanks again.
One thing in particular that you said made me subscribe: (paraphrased) Sometimes photographers focus more on specs than actual performance in real life. So true.
Excellent video and information on the Nikon Z50... one of the best on RUclips. For the longest time, I also wondered why some settings I applied in the “i” menu in Movie Mode also applied to Photo Mode. After fiddling with the settings and searching the online manual, I came up with this. Go into the Movie Shooting Menu and make sure “Same as Photo Settings” is NOT selected for any/or all of the following options: Set Picture Control White Balance Active D-Lighting and Vibration Reduction. If “Same as Photo Settings” is selected for the above options, a “small camera icon with circular arrows” will appear at the top left corner of the “i” menu, indicating that the options selected for these settings in photo mode also apply in movie mode, and vice versa. Hope this helps. Many thanks for taking the time to create this amazing video and sharing it with us. P.S. I love my Z50!
Enjoyed your talk on the Nikon Z50 as with the screen not being able to flip down because it’s on a tripod. You can now buy a rig for 20 bucks or 20GBP Called SmallRig Vlogging Mounting Plate LCN2525 that fits on the bottom of the camera using the tripod screw mount giving you 9 mounting screw holes for different positions on a tripod and also 2 more on the end giving you an option for portraits. You also get a magnetic key for screwing to your mounts that fit in a recess at the bottom of the plate. Job done!👍
This is a great review! I've watch lots of your Canon M50 videos, and after holding both cameras, the Z50 is definitely the ergonomic choice. In 2022 are there any drawbacks to this camera compared to what else has come out? As well, the Canon R10 was just released, and though it's a little higher price point it is very enticing. Is the extra cost worth it? This is buying my first camera but am pretty serious into photography, and want good video options too. Thanks!
I'm considering the Z50 and appreciate your very informative video. The only thing I'm concerned about is if they will roll out the same firmware updates (especially addressing autofocus improvements) as they inevitably will for the Z6 and Z7.
Wow. This is really thorough and intelligent review. Really, really well organized. After watching this review, doesn't feel that I need to watch anymore other reviews.
One of the best reviews I've seen!! not only on this camera but in general.You got yourself a new subscriber! Keep up the great work! looking forward to the Z50 sorry if my english is not the best Cheers!
I have been on the fence with buying this camera to photograph events for my kids. Your review is the only one that I have watched that actually addressed what I wanted to know. I think I am going to go for it. Thank you for such a comprehensive review that a newbie can understand.
After months of going back and forth between different cameras, you helped me to decide. Finally, I was starting to go mental. Thanks a lot, fantastic video, very informative.
That’s because all those guys are promoters getting paid. Check out the reviews of guys without links... also rent this camera for yourself, it’s fine, but overpriced
Hey Sangay, I hope that's correct. I'm from Melbourne, Australia. I loved your review on the Z50. I just received my kit today and have done some research so I was enthused by your affirmation of this Nikon camera. It is my first DSLR as I've used a number of compact digital cameras in the past. You have an impressive knowledge of photography and the diversity of camera. I found your review to be a great learning curve for me to explore it's functionality and capabilities. Outstanding presentation. Cheers Keiran
@Coo Koo Actually that's what I did. returned the a6600 for the Z50. The rolling shutter issue on the sony a6600 is so horrible it will ruin your videos. check youtube about this if you don't believe me. so many sony a6600 and a6400 users are angry about this flaw. Also. 4k on the a6600 is cropped heavily while in the Z50, the whole sensor is used for 4K recording.
I actually just upgraded from the Nikon d3400. A very much needed upgrade. This review decided my decision, plus I was reading it is one of the best cameras on the market for wild life photography and landscapes. Which is all I do.
I bought mine a few days ago along with the adapter. An upgrade from my D5300 because of its video capabilities. So excited to start creating content after the pandemic.
@Coo Koo Yes! I love it... will be buying another in the near future! I can't get over how amazing autofocusing is... and low light performance. Both video and photos
@Coo Koo I'd say buy the same Z50 and pair it with a nice lens... that'll be dependant on what you'll be shooting. But the 35mm 1.8 is a good all rounder
Thanks Dude I reserved one at my Local camera store for pickup tomorrow I am so excited to get back into photograph and your indept review confined my believe this was the right camera for me. Thanks!
Good info Sagi. I might look into adding this camera to my list of cameras to try out. Do you think that it would be a good buy in today's market? I actually want the Z6 for wedding photography, plus with the new Nikon cameras coming out the price for the Z6 might drop.
Very detailed and extensive review I have ever seen about Nikon z50. Talked about all the goodies and capabilities that Nikon has put into this entry level apsc camera. Yes ! in this price bracket, this is the best and great value for money camera available in the market today. I always love to shoot on a Nikon Camera. Thanks for such a fantastic and detailed review.
Thanks for this video!! I am a Canon lover, but recently bought my first Nikon mirrorless just to get to know it and have something different to learn. This video is highly appreciated.
Actually, the one you are reviewing, the Z 50. But since I did not had too much money to invest in it, I bought it used in eBay and bought a Meike 50mm f1.7 manual lens for the Z-Mount in Amazon. Now I am practicing with a new camera in manual mode, but having fun learning about it. Thanks for asking!! I like primes, so I am saving for the Nikkor Z 35mm 1.8 S, but it is high in price...
Will receive my Z50 kit and FTZ adaptor in a couple of weeks. Using it to replace my Nikon D90 that I bought in 2009. Particularly looking for outdoor photography when walking. Lightweight is attractive and wanting to photograph small birds at short range. Enjoyed the video. Thanks
Great review. Use the Z6 and Z50. Smallrig makes an attachment that allows you to mount a tripod off center letting you see the monitor for selfies. It works great.
@@TechGearTalk Hi, that's for the reply. If you are holding, selfie style, it's a little unbalanced but very manageable. If you placing on a table the tripod needs to of quality so 8t can take the additional stress of being unbalanced. They also make a more expensive frame that allows for mounting of a microphone, etc.
You are one of the best. I enjoy your videos more than most reviewers. Great job! I just bought the Z6 and love it. I wanted to see what the Z50 had to offer and you nailed it.
Thanks so much - hope it was helpful. This would be an awesome travel camera. I would definitely get the 2 kit lenses as a package. Thanks for joining the community!
First time here and the Z50 is one of the camera I am lookingat for a trade in from the Nikon D600 fx and D7200 dx. plus some lenses. I am disabled with walking problems and no longer can carry a heavy system. Im in a county called Kent here in the UK. A great vlog on this camera thank you.
Thank you for sharing these nice information about an amazing Z50 , I have one and I use it to capture wild life ,this camera help me alot becaouse of 11 fps plus 4K video without any crop for the video ,on silent mode it's really silent and this option is very important on wild life area ,also it has an excellent time lapse and the battery is so strong ,it's really amazing Camera from Nikon 💞
@@TechGearTalk -- I've been using the 16-50mm kit lens, and a Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6 G II DX lens with the FTZ adapter. I'm also planning to buy a Nikon 20mm f1.8 G FX lens because I want a fast wide-angle prime. I'm getting this lens rather than the new 20mm Z lens because I can use the G lens on my Nikon D750 bodies.
Can you elaborate a little more about the Canon to Nikon Z adapter? Does it enable all auto functions or it’s only a manual adapter? Thanks for a pretty thorough and interesting review👍😊
HI Randy, I too, want to ask your main uses of the camera, as I have been a Fujifilm X-System user for 8 years, and in fact, may be considering selling my excellent X-T3 kit and moving to FF, only because I print very large posters, for which the larger sensor may be an advantage. If you want to know anything about the Fujifilm X-System, feel free to contact me at steve[at]totalqualityphoto.com. Thanks, and good luck in your decision!
Just purchased this camera 3 weeks ago, with the 2 lens kit. My first digital camera, still love my Pentax 35 mm films camera but it is stored away for posterity. No, it is not for sale. I’ll concentrate on night photography with this new camera. Thanks for the review
Loved this ..Right now am having to decide between this and a Fuji..I live in Germany and though I speak German ,classes in such are awful no matter how good a second language speaker you are..I'm unable to use touch screen as finger end injuries prevent such .Mainly I want for video of nature ,Agrreed , the flip screen is trash .It is, I'm informed for selfies ?? Crazy ....As a woman it handled superbly and the weight is as nothing compared to Sony and Bridge cams Until now I've used Panasonic so whatever I do a learning curve is ahead of me ....:) Great video and wish you were in Berlin re camera lessons ...Even so we have good old RUclips👍
@@TechGearTalk oh yeah..someone also recommend that ...thank you sir..being a newby in youtube, i want to learn more...really appriciated for your time.
Greetings from Hamburg Germany, thank you for deep info about Z 50 probably will purchase this camera next week. It was great help to make final decision. Personal regards
Even though this review is 11 months along it still has value. I am looking at replacing my D3100 (new in 2013) which has over 80,000 shutter count. I want to keep my glass 50, 18~105, 18~55, 55~200 and I mainly shoot dancers so a low light system is a must for me. I have been looking at the Z50 and this video is very helpful. Thanks.
Thanks for the time you took with this review. I'm considering it as my first camera. I'm enthusiastic about using it to photograph nature. Thanks again!
Great review! Just got a great deal on a "renewed" Z50 and will surely be back to rewatch this as I become familiar with the camera. Also picked up a "renewed" FTZ adapter and am looking forward to trying a macro and other APS-C F-mount lenses. (both items appear brand new)
Thanks for the well balanced review, I was considering this as my prime option for a new camera and, while I am no Yusuf Karsh, and was primarily looking for something that I can take family photos with, I do have an early DSLR and enjoyed what it can do. I liked this camera for its size and how it feels in the hand, but I can also see that it allows me to do a lot of things I would not have thought of doing and have not had the ability to do before. You have made my purchasing decision so much easier.
Best review out there by far on this camera. Looking to purchase it sometime soon hopefully. Unless they come out with a higher end apsc mirrorless anytime soon
Very impressive review 👍 Still I am confused with Fujifilm XS-10 . Apart from the specs on paper. Which one is good in user experience for photography?
Tech Gear Talk Yeah man, I really enjoy your videos, your brolls, the subjects you pic and how deep in details you go. I also enjoy those artifacts you have at the back (the gimbals/stabilizers) are you planning to do a video about them soon?????!?!
Thanks for the input. I have done a few gimbal reviews - but I have more coming! ruclips.net/video/urugXDg3hnM/видео.html ruclips.net/video/jOsOuHRDwm0/видео.html ruclips.net/video/xuzI4Rxmkh8/видео.html ruclips.net/video/UrKfZuEYUC8/видео.html
Being mainly a Canon user, your Unbiased and also Positive review of the Nikon Z50 was like a Breath Of Fresh Air. A Simply Excellent Review. Thank You.
So glad it was helpful. I appreciate the kind words. Thank you for being part of the channel!
Your review is awesome and stands out because of two things:
1. You're the first person to mention the ability to shoot 30 fps by reducing the picture size. Not heard that in ANY other review
2. You're the first person to mention the button on the left side above the screen
I watched all kinds of videos about this camera and wanna buy it with the two kit lenses. I've not heard much bad about the Z50 except the screen flipping down but i'm not a vlogger so, yeah.
Thank you for your awesome review!
Super glad the video was helpful. I tried to cover as many important details as I could. I would highly recommend getting the two lenses like you mentioned, it's a great value. Appreciate you joining the channel and sharing the review! If you get it, let me know how it works for you.
@@TechGearTalk So I really did buy it yesterday and I'm blown away by the quality and functionality. I have to say though, I now upgraded from a Nikon D60 (yeah, no joke) so no matter what, a new camera would be a huge upgrade. But I like to think that it isn't the camera that makes good pictures, it's the person pressing the shutter button. Having lots of features helps getting the pic you want though. In a selfish way, I'd like you to make a video on using the Z 50 especially in video-mode and how to get different results in different situations. So maybe somdeday you'll do a "real world" review of this, in my opinion, awesome camera.
That's a good idea. I'll work on something like that. It's a very powerful camera.
@@FuzzyDarkness hows it been so far? I may buy that same exact 2 lens kit tomorrow
@@4partmedia I can only say positive things. This camera has sparked my love for photography so much. It's a joy to use. I'm happy I bought the two lenses as I prefer to use the 50-250 much more. Didn't thought this would be the case beforehand. But both lenses are awesome and the picture quality is amazing for kit lenses. I'm really happy with this kit and I tend to use it for a very long time before thinking about buying a prime lens. In my opinion you can't go wrong with this camera.
Some other nice things on the Z50 are the following.
You can set the f5 menu to on, that way you just press once the FN1/FN2 buttons and then use the front/rear dials to make the change, and press again to set them.
You can use the focus ring on the Nikon Z lenses for other purposes, i set it to change the ISO.
The camera default in "View settings in Live view" is set to on, that way you can view your exposure and that is a good thing, most of the times. But let's say you're in a studio enviroment and you want to shoot using speedlights at f/8 ISO 100 1/200". In that case with the default setting your screen will be black. There are 3 ways to correct this, the first is to dive into the menus and find it and turn it off ,that way the camera will ignore your settings and show you the view. The second is to assign the setting into the i menu for quick access, but the third is by far the best. If you either pop up the flash, attach an external flash, or attach a flash controller, the Z50 will set the "View settings in live view" to off , when you remove the flash it will set it back on automatically.
Picture profiles, noise reduction , even active D-lighting options are somehow "baked" not only in jpeg but in RAW also. You can still edit them out if you like in the RAW file, but i find it very convinient from the Z50 to match perfect the jpeg and RAW outputs.
I'm so grateful to you for taking the time to contribute with all of this valuable information! Thank you!!
Excellent video, probably one of the best Z50 reviews I've seen on YT. As a long time Nikon shooter I really appreciated the balanced and thoughtful assessment of the Z50's features. Your video and production quality are outstanding too.
The most thorough reviewI have seen on RUclips for this camera. I have other Nikon DSLR’s that I use for portrait and action sports shots but this looks perfect for an every day camera and in particular travel camera to take on vacations. You sold me on it. I ordered it today with the 17-50 kit lens and the FTZ adapter which will allow me to use all my other Nikon glass. Thanks for giving such a well thought out and complete review.
I have a nikon z50 for 4 years, this is an excellent and professional camera ( not entry-level camera) all images i shot are excellent sharp photos, autofocus is precise, build quality small and lighter. Excellent for all types of photography: portraits, sports, wildlife, landscape, i tried all etc... ❤❤❤
I love Nikon and this Z50 is one of my favorites!! Great review... thanks!! Oh and yes, you can blog with the SmallRig Vlogging Mounting Plate that comes with the "Creator's Kit". Problem solved!!
Appreciate the feedback Marco! Yup, that mounting plate is super helpful! Welcome to the channel!
Where can I find the "Creator's Kit"?
@@wwcreations1 the other stuff that's in the creator's kit is a Rode small shotgun mic (i have one, great little mic) and a Gorillapod, which I have mixed feelings about. Hope this helps.
@@fredriksvard2603 Yes, I understand that. I think it's because you can bend the legs.
Bought the z50 specifically for its light weight and popup flash.
Even the 50-250 is super lightweight.
So for street I have the z6 with 40 f2. For portraits I have the z6 with viltrox 85mm.
For longer ranges I have the z50 with 50-250.
And for in house I have the z50 with 16-50 with flash.
I just purchased a Z50 last week, This is my second Camera after the D5000 I bought in 2009. Really loved your review!!
Oh, that's awesome - CONGRATS!! Super glad that you like it and appreciate the kind words about the review 🙏 Thanks for joining the community.
Same here, still using my D5000 that I bought when I was in art school. I love it, it has traveled the world, but the autofocus and video is from the last century and so is the size for street photography, travel, candid portraits. APS-C sensors still produce phenomenal results printing to 13x19 and more, but I’m looking at moving from DX glass into investing in Z S-line glass. I hope Nikon sees the feedback from this and invest more thought into the Z line.
Congrats!!
If possible, can you please share some raw /jpeg images?
any reviewss after a year of having a z50? do you think it has served you well? will you be upgrading any time soon?
I'm just so indecisive about this camera, please help
So how was your 1 year with z50 ? I am buying this after 2 days and want to know if you want to share what you liked and disliked using this Nikon ? Do share veere
Been thinking of upgrading my D5300 to the Z50 and have trawled several reviews but this is by far the best, most detailed and articulate one I've seen and has helped make my mind up! Thanks!
Did you upgrade Same problem here !?
I have the same problem
Probably the best review I've seen yet. We just bought this camera last weekend. Thanks!
CONGRATS!!! It's SUCH a good camera. So underrated. Appreciate you being part of the channel!
absolutely
I just bought the Z50 love the ease of use.
The clarity of photos is awesome.
Thanks so much. It's a great camera.
I love watching top notch videos with no background music that’s loud. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. ❤❤❤
I own a D7500 with a Sigma 18-35 Art lens. I got this Z50 while still not sure if it was worth it. After a week with it, I can say that it has better low light performance than my D7500 and also thanks to the improved auto focus I am getting sharper images at night. I can truly say this upgrade was well worth it for me. I will still keep my D7500 because I sometimes shoot when its rainy out and its nice to have a backup as well.
Appreciate the insights Rick! Not sure if you saw the low light performance at the end but I thought it was outstanding all the way until you get to 25600
Good to know, I am thinking about upgrading from my D7100, and it sounds like this is worth it
The D7500 is a srtipped down D500 which was the best DX professional camera - many professional photographers working with full frame cameras owned a D500 too, praising it for its sports and wild life capabilities. The D7500 has the same sensor and Expeed 5 processor that the D500 had. What it doesn't have is the supped up focusing system and buffer capacity of the D500. The D7500 is a very good camera by any standard. The mirorless Z50 has the same size sensor as the D500 but it has a much higher ISO apability. It must be a developed / improved sensor.
I also got the Z50 + FTZ adapter with the 18-35 Art lens and it's a fantastic combo. I came from a D5200 and have good DX specific glass and the Z50 was the cheap and correct move for me.
I'm looking to get back into photography as a granddad. When my own kids were young, their sporting and performing moments were captured on a D70 and a Sony camcorder - that used tapes!! I was thinking about the D500 but came across a review of the Z50 on another channel that is well established and usually very good. I have to say their review wasn't particularly informative or helpful for me but this has been excellent!! Thank you so much. I've really learned a lot and now have a clear idea of what direction to go in for my next camera. Of course I am now a subscriber to your channel.
I'm so glad I was able to help in the decision making process George. Excited for you to get back to doing something you love! Thank you for the kind words and welcome to the channel!
I love mine. I especially love the customizability of the camera. Thanks for your review, it was very informative. I have mine set to Back Button Focus.
Hi Frank - it's such a good camera. Appreciate you sharing your insight and for the kind words about the review. Thanks for being part of the community.
I was planning on buying a Z50. I'm starting to learn about photography, and to become a professional photographer. This review helped me out clarify all the doubts I had about the Z50. Excellent job.
That's a well organised review, didn't feel like watched 35 mnts. Good content also talking truly about the camera.
Hello 👋🏻. Excellent review of the z50. Mine is coming very soon with the 24-70mm and 50-250mm lenses
Thanks for a great detailed review. I am a little late to the Z50 party, got my Z6 ii first replacing my well worn out D750, now I am looking to replace my D500 and was glad there is a mirrorless Z option to move to. Your review really covered all the questions I have. It's weird that the buttons are all in different places on this model but won't be too strange once set up similar to my other body. Thanks for covering the lenses too. I have decided to go with a kit to grab the kit lenses. They will make it much lighter on days I do not need my older and much heavier glass and save my hands and wrists the arthritis agony haha! Thanks again.
I picked up a z50 a few days ago. Love it so far for youtube content.
That studio recording where you did the mic test, that looks very crisp and very sharp.
Thank you 🙏🏻 hope the video was helpful - welcome to the channel
I know nothing about cameras but am watching all your videos to decide what camera ti buy and i love the details
Decided to buy this camera after seeing your review. Thanks a lot ❤️
Glad I could help.
You’ve very good voice and talent to present the items with no extra noise but enough essential information to make everything appealing!
Grateful for the kind words 🙏🏻
Great review!
Could you please also make a review for Nikon Z5? I am interested in it because of full frame and very nice price.
One thing in particular that you said made me subscribe: (paraphrased) Sometimes photographers focus more on specs than actual performance in real life. So true.
love the z50, bought it as a second camera next to my z6 and ended up using it more then my z6 :)
I love it too!! Congrats!!
Why????
Excellent video and information on the Nikon Z50... one of the best on RUclips. For the longest time, I also wondered why some settings I applied in the “i” menu in Movie Mode also applied to Photo Mode. After fiddling with the settings and searching the online manual, I came up with this. Go into the Movie Shooting Menu and make sure “Same as Photo Settings” is NOT selected for any/or all of the following options:
Set Picture Control
White Balance
Active D-Lighting
and Vibration Reduction.
If “Same as Photo Settings” is selected for the above options, a “small camera icon with circular arrows” will appear at the top left corner of the “i” menu, indicating that the options selected for these settings in photo mode also apply in movie mode, and vice versa. Hope this helps.
Many thanks for taking the time to create this amazing video and sharing it with us. P.S. I love my Z50!
Excellent review! You make great points and are an excellent “no-nonsense” presenter. Thanks for sharing.
My company just got this camera, your review helped me a lot and appreciate the in-depth view into this awesome camera! Thanks
Always like these in depth reviews!!
Appreciate you watching!
Great at length review. I am glad I stayed for the whole video. Now to learn more about the camera.
I like the review gave me a real idea on what Z50 is like as I am looking for a new camera this is one on top of my list always liked Nikon
Hi Allen, glad you liked it and that it was helpful. I love this camera - it's good work by Nikon for sure!
Enjoyed your talk on the Nikon Z50 as with the screen not being able to flip down because it’s on a tripod. You can now buy a rig for 20 bucks or 20GBP Called SmallRig Vlogging Mounting Plate LCN2525 that fits on the bottom of the camera using the tripod screw mount giving you 9 mounting screw holes for different positions on a tripod and also 2 more on the end giving you an option for portraits. You also get a magnetic key for screwing to your mounts that fit in a recess at the bottom of the plate. Job done!👍
Glad you liked the review and thank you for the info! Appreciate you being part of the channel!
When I had mine I think I set the focus tracking to fn1. You can focus and recompose faster than using a d-pad or joy stick.
Sweet! Thanks for the tip - will try it today!!! Thanks for contributing to the community 🙏
I already use it with both kit lenses, Z 50 mm S and FTZ adapter + 35 mm 1,8 DX lens and I like it a lot. Handling and images quality are very good,
Appreciate you sharing the first-hand insight with us! I'm with you - handling and image quality are indeed very good.
This is a great review! I've watch lots of your Canon M50 videos, and after holding both cameras, the Z50 is definitely the ergonomic choice. In 2022 are there any drawbacks to this camera compared to what else has come out? As well, the Canon R10 was just released, and though it's a little higher price point it is very enticing. Is the extra cost worth it? This is buying my first camera but am pretty serious into photography, and want good video options too. Thanks!
Lots of love from us from India 🇮🇳 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
Again nice to see you
God bless you always supporting 👍👍👍
Appreciate it my friend 👊🙏
I'm considering the Z50 and appreciate your very informative video. The only thing I'm concerned about is if they will roll out the same firmware updates (especially addressing autofocus improvements) as they inevitably will for the Z6 and Z7.
After testing the a6400 for a week i finally pulled the trigger on the z50 2 lense kit. preciate the info you provide bro
You're very welcome. Did you get the Z50 already?
Looks promising. glad to see Nikon finally getting in this space.
Completely agree. It's an impressive first camera and an important step! Thanks for checking it out Jan!
Great review. The flip down screen is totally illogical unless Nikon is anti-vlogger
Thanks again! Yea, it's a very strange choice...
Great review ! :) I might buy the Z50 with 16-50mm for youtube, thanks again ;)
So glad I could help Thanks for being part of the channel!
Wow. This is really thorough and intelligent review. Really, really well organized. After watching this review, doesn't feel that I need to watch anymore other reviews.
I'm so glad I was able to help. Thanks for being part of the channel 🙏
One of the best reviews I've seen!! not only on this camera but in general.You got yourself a new subscriber! Keep up the great work! looking forward to the Z50 sorry if my english is not the best
Cheers!
I have been on the fence with buying this camera to photograph events for my kids. Your review is the only one that I have watched that actually addressed what I wanted to know. I think I am going to go for it. Thank you for such a comprehensive review that a newbie can understand.
Excellent detailed review...
Thank you brother!
After months of going back and forth between different cameras, you helped me to decide. Finally, I was starting to go mental. Thanks a lot, fantastic video, very informative.
*ALL I HEAR* are great things about this camera!!
I was impressed for sure.
That’s because all those guys are promoters getting paid. Check out the reviews of guys without links... also rent this camera for yourself, it’s fine, but overpriced
Ah yes, this guy haas links. I’m glad I sold my Z50 after 2 weeks.
Hey Sangay, I hope that's correct. I'm from Melbourne, Australia. I loved your review on the Z50. I just received my kit today and have done some research so I was enthused by your affirmation of this Nikon camera. It is my first DSLR as I've used a number of compact digital cameras in the past. You have an impressive knowledge of photography and the diversity of camera. I found your review to be a great learning curve for me to explore it's functionality and capabilities. Outstanding presentation. Cheers Keiran
CONGRATS on the new Z50! Thank you very much for the kind words and support!
I think I’m returning my A6600 for this camera.
@Coo Koo Actually that's what I did. returned the a6600 for the Z50. The rolling shutter issue on the sony a6600 is so horrible it will ruin your videos. check youtube about this if you don't believe me. so many sony a6600 and a6400 users are angry about this flaw. Also. 4k on the a6600 is cropped heavily while in the Z50, the whole sensor is used for 4K recording.
You are the BEST tech presenter I have ever watched! Thank you!
Oh wow - that’s super kind of you. So glad the videos are helpful 🙏🏻
A simple words for you : Great video 🎥 as always
I always appreciate you!
Great review... I bought this last month. Really lovely. I will use this for the time being and am planning to go next with 6II.
Beautifully reviewed the Z50!
(Idlunked here😂)
Thank you brother!!!
I actually just upgraded from the Nikon d3400. A very much needed upgrade. This review decided my decision, plus I was reading it is one of the best cameras on the market for wild life photography and landscapes. Which is all I do.
I bought the Z50 in part because of this video. A couple of observations: I think this review is accurate and I'm happy with my purchase.
CONGRATS!!! Thank you for taking the time to come back and leave feedback! Enjoy the Z50!
Great video man. I get my Nikon Z50 on Sunday and can’t wait to try it out on my trip to Antigua, Guatemala.
I bought mine a few days ago along with the adapter. An upgrade from my D5300 because of its video capabilities. So excited to start creating content after the pandemic.
CONGRATS!!! I really LOVED using this camera. Let me know what you think when you get a chance
@Coo Koo Yes! I love it... will be buying another in the near future! I can't get over how amazing autofocusing is... and low light performance. Both video and photos
@Coo Koo Right now my fav is the 50mm f1.8 lens.... I'm on a low budget so I make the most of what I have
@Coo Koo I'd say buy the same Z50 and pair it with a nice lens... that'll be dependant on what you'll be shooting. But the 35mm 1.8 is a good all rounder
Thanks Dude I reserved one at my Local camera store for pickup tomorrow I am so excited to get back into photograph and your indept review confined my believe this was the right camera for me. Thanks!
First time viewer and potential buy of this product. Thank you for your input! Subscribed!
Thank you for being part of the channel. Glad the review was helpful!
Very nice compilation. I am apsc shooter, i have d7200 and next is z50. My best wishes. From India.
Good info Sagi. I might look into adding this camera to my list of cameras to try out. Do you think that it would be a good buy in today's market? I actually want the Z6 for wedding photography, plus with the new Nikon cameras coming out the price for the Z6 might drop.
Thanks Joseph - I love the quality I get from this small body - super impressive. Appreciate you.
Very detailed and extensive review I have ever seen about Nikon z50. Talked about all the goodies and capabilities that Nikon has put into this entry level apsc camera. Yes ! in this price bracket, this is the best and great value for money camera available in the market today. I always love to shoot on a Nikon Camera. Thanks for such a fantastic and detailed review.
Thanks for this video!! I am a Canon lover, but recently bought my first Nikon mirrorless just to get to know it and have something different to learn. This video is highly appreciated.
You're very welcome Jaime. Which Nikon did you get?
Actually, the one you are reviewing, the Z 50. But since I did not had too much money to invest in it, I bought it used in eBay and bought a Meike 50mm f1.7 manual lens for the Z-Mount in Amazon. Now I am practicing with a new camera in manual mode, but having fun learning about it. Thanks for asking!! I like primes, so I am saving for the Nikkor Z 35mm 1.8 S, but it is high in price...
Appreciate you sharing. Good job working with what you have and continuing to grow!
Will receive my Z50 kit and FTZ adaptor in a couple of weeks. Using it to replace my Nikon D90 that I bought in 2009. Particularly looking for outdoor photography when walking. Lightweight is attractive and wanting to photograph small birds at short range. Enjoyed the video. Thanks
I find your review unbiased and very informative in which is rare these days.
So glad you enjoyed it. Appreciate you taking the time to leave such kind feedback 🙏🏻
Great review. Use the Z6 and Z50. Smallrig makes an attachment that allows you to mount a tripod off center letting you see the monitor for selfies. It works great.
Thanks Paul!!! I'm going to go look that up. Is it hard to hold because the weight is not balanced? Or is it ok because the Z50 is so l ight?
@@TechGearTalk Hi, that's for the reply. If you are holding, selfie style, it's a little unbalanced but very manageable. If you placing on a table the tripod needs to of quality so 8t can take the additional stress of being unbalanced. They also make a more expensive frame that allows for mounting of a microphone, etc.
Appreciate the insights. Going to check out some options.
Hello. Nice review. Can you make a direct comparison between canon m6 mii and Nikon Z50
I was waiting for this video... Now I know, Z50 will be my first digital camera.💯 Thank you very much, for this deatiled review, again. 🤝
Super glad I was able to finally deliver. Have been working on it for a while! let me know how it works out for you!
You are one of the best. I enjoy your videos more than most reviewers. Great job! I just bought the Z6 and love it. I wanted to see what the Z50 had to offer and you nailed it.
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave feedback and for the kind words. Super glad you liked the review. That Z6 is a beast!
Great review! Looking to pick up a z50 as a travel camera and as a first step into photography as a hobby.
Thanks so much - hope it was helpful. This would be an awesome travel camera. I would definitely get the 2 kit lenses as a package. Thanks for joining the community!
I have a D5500 which I've been learning on and I'm considering jumping to one of these, I quite like how quick the camera feels in general.
Oops, watching after I bought, so excited for it to show up!
Great review . What entry level mirrorless camera do you recommend maximum 1200 dollars .Thanks
First time here and the Z50 is one of the camera I am lookingat for a trade in from the Nikon D600 fx and D7200 dx. plus some lenses. I am disabled with walking problems and no longer can carry a heavy system. Im in a county called Kent here in the UK. A great vlog on this camera thank you.
Thank you for sharing these nice information about an amazing Z50 , I have one and I use it to capture wild life ,this camera help me alot becaouse of 11 fps plus 4K video without any crop for the video ,on silent mode it's really silent and this option is very important on wild life area ,also it has an excellent time lapse and the battery is so strong ,it's really amazing Camera from Nikon 💞
appreciate you sharing the info! This really is an impressive camera!
Thank you for the video. I just ordered the Z50. I and just getting into photography and the price was right for this one with the two kit lenses.
Excellent video. The things you pointed out will allow me to enjoy my Z50 even more.
Thanks so much for the kind words. What lenses have you been using?
@@TechGearTalk -- I've been using the 16-50mm kit lens, and a Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6 G II DX lens with the FTZ adapter. I'm also planning to buy a Nikon 20mm f1.8 G FX lens because I want a fast wide-angle prime. I'm getting this lens rather than the new 20mm Z lens because I can use the G lens on my Nikon D750 bodies.
That makes a lot of sense. Thank you for sharing 🙏
I am gonna buy it! And I guess it isn't a bad choice! Your video convinced somehow my former opinion about this camera! Thank you!
Can you elaborate a little more about the Canon to Nikon Z adapter? Does it enable all auto functions or it’s only a manual adapter? Thanks for a pretty thorough and interesting review👍😊
Good review. One question: all your sample images, did you just use the small kit lens ? The 16-50mm ? Thanks.
I am trying to make up my mind the one I will buy -- XT4 or the Z50- What is your thought on the one I should purchase? Thank You ! Randy B.
Hi Randy - what is the main use? Both are great options but one is half the price, so I want to make sure I have all the info.
HI Randy, I too, want to ask your main uses of the camera, as I have been a Fujifilm X-System user for 8 years, and in fact, may be considering selling my excellent X-T3 kit and moving to FF, only because I print very large posters, for which the larger sensor may be an advantage. If you want to know anything about the Fujifilm X-System, feel free to contact me at steve[at]totalqualityphoto.com. Thanks, and good luck in your decision!
Just purchased this camera 3 weeks ago, with the 2 lens kit. My first digital camera, still love my Pentax 35 mm films camera but it is stored away for posterity. No, it is not for sale. I’ll concentrate on night photography with this new camera. Thanks for the review
CONGRATS on the new camera! Glad the review was helpful and keep shooting!
Just picked one up. Thanks for the review. Love the ergonomics and the output.
Loved this ..Right now am having to decide between this and a Fuji..I live in Germany and though I speak German ,classes in such are awful no matter how good a second language speaker you are..I'm unable to use touch screen as finger end injuries prevent such .Mainly I want for video of nature ,Agrreed , the flip screen is trash .It is, I'm informed for selfies ?? Crazy ....As a woman it handled superbly and the weight is as nothing compared to Sony and Bridge cams Until now I've used Panasonic so whatever I do a learning curve is ahead of me ....:) Great video and wish you were in Berlin re camera lessons ...Even so we have good old RUclips👍
Really love watching all your reviews...thanks for this
Appreciate you watching! Thanks for the support!
@@TechGearTalk always sir..by the way what audio recorder would you recommend ..low budget but good quality?
Hi. Low budget you can look at a Zoom H1n - let me know what you think.
@@TechGearTalk oh yeah..someone also recommend that ...thank you sir..being a newby in youtube, i want to learn more...really appriciated for your time.
I'm always glad when I can help. Keep creating and growing your channel!
Greetings from Hamburg Germany,
thank you for deep info about Z 50 probably will purchase this camera next week.
It was great help to make final decision.
Personal regards
Greetings! I'm so glad I was able to help in the decision making process. I can't wait to hear about it after you get it!
Even though this review is 11 months along it still has value. I am looking at replacing my D3100 (new in 2013) which has over 80,000 shutter count. I want to keep my glass 50, 18~105, 18~55, 55~200 and I mainly shoot dancers so a low light system is a must for me. I have been looking at the Z50 and this video is very helpful. Thanks.
Thanks for the time you took with this review. I'm considering it as my first camera. I'm enthusiastic about using it to photograph nature.
Thanks again!
Great review! Just got a great deal on a "renewed" Z50 and will surely be back to rewatch this as I become familiar with the camera. Also picked up a "renewed" FTZ adapter and am looking forward to trying a macro and other APS-C F-mount lenses. (both items appear brand new)
Thanks for the well balanced review, I was considering this as my prime option for a new camera and, while I am no Yusuf Karsh, and was primarily looking for something that I can take family photos with, I do have an early DSLR and enjoyed what it can do. I liked this camera for its size and how it feels in the hand, but I can also see that it allows me to do a lot of things I would not have thought of doing and have not had the ability to do before. You have made my purchasing decision so much easier.
Best review out there by far on this camera. Looking to purchase it sometime soon hopefully. Unless they come out with a higher end apsc mirrorless anytime soon
Very impressive review 👍 Still I am confused with Fujifilm XS-10 .
Apart from the specs on paper.
Which one is good in user experience for photography?
That, without doubts is a great camera. Great video as always. Very detailed and technical. Loved those photos!!! Keep rocking my friend 👊
Appreciate it Ruben. It's definitely a good camera. Really enjoyed using it.Thanks for the support!
Tech Gear Talk Yeah man, I really enjoy your videos, your brolls, the subjects you pic and how deep in details you go. I also enjoy those artifacts you have at the back (the gimbals/stabilizers) are you planning to do a video about them soon?????!?!
Thanks for the input. I have done a few gimbal reviews - but I have more coming!
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Great Video! Very informative. I would like to see comparison between z50 and a6400. Thanks
Another fantastic video. Really liked the slo-motion shot of the duck swimming during the snowfall. Excellent as always!
Thanks Brett! That was handheld too, at 200mm...👊
Great review. What is your thoughts on the Z50 vs z5? Is the Z5 worth the extra cash?