Great video, guys. It feels like I'm watching a good morning talk show about cameras... nobody else is doing videos like this and I like it. It's more personal than just a dry specs regurgitation, it's more fun.
I spent weeks doing research on the 7500 and the z50 and ultimately bought the 7500. Main factors, battery life, weather sealing and lens availability. Thanks for the very helpful reviews!
switched from 7500 to Z6 and while i don't regret what i did, some things i miss from the 7500 : cheap memory card, slightly nicer feel in hands, cheaper lenses, ovf, and autofocus seem to work really great, on video mode it's rubbish tho.
Watch out with that "weather sealing". It's not really. Had my 7500 in Indonesia and even though it didn't rain, it's only humidity proof up to 80%. Sadly in Indonesia it goes above that. After two weeks it was dead.
The z 50 is weather sealed equally as the 7500 and how often do you shoot 350 images before recharge. The Z 50 has an all new sensor bred from the D500 sensor! There are many advantage of the Z50 over the 7500.
@@sanekn What makes the video mode on the 7500 rubbish?!?! I bought the Pentax KP thinking the video would do ISO 800k But it only goes up to 25,600 Only does 1080i or 720p at 60 fps 1080p at 30 fps only. No 4k. Going to end up trading this one for something more capable. I'm a ufologist. I need the ISO for tactical reasons. So what exactly makes video on the 7500 rubbish? Should i go for the Z50 for sure? I'm leaning towards Z50 because of the EVF. It seems very tactical. Sony a7s has rolling shutter. They say in this video that there are better mirrorless cameras (for this price range?) Do these options have good ISO capabilities??
I actually switched back from mirrorless to Nikon d7500. Cheaper body, cheaper lenses, great sensor, great AF in OVF. And BETTER ergonomics. Couldn't be happier. I wish sellers and you tubers would stop pushing mirrorless so hard. Not everyone needs a small camera body, not everyone needs to pay extra for that small body and for expensive lenses.
And not everyone needs that big rugged camera. Dude, the era continues, youtuber reviewers need to review things. How the fuck they get money if they didnt want to review new things? Mirrorless is a new era in camera, dont like it? Just keep it silence with your big rugged dslr while they keep selling mirrorless.
I agree. For photography DSLRs are the best deal in the town currently with affordable new lenses & also huge selection of used glass. For videos mirrorless holds the edge though.
Sure if it fits your need a dslr is a cheaper and readily available option. But for me I love mirrorless more. And that’s coming from a d810 and then a d850. And only the Z6 can give me that amazing eye af which is just super helpful and absolutely reliable for my portrait shots. It also makes the 58 1.4G a flawless lens to use. That was simply not possible with the dslrs before because that lens totally confuses them with its phase characteristics. And the d850 is nowhere near as good at nailing the eye with that lens or any lens. Also I love the grip of the Z6 I had the d7000 once and that was a little thing that didn’t feel nowhere near as great and cushy. If one doesn’t focus on portraits I agree that the benefits are less. Then dslrs also have their strong points. Like sports. But I’d say portrait is a game changer with Z6. Peace~
@@ChrispyArt Full frame mirrorless are definitely more attractive. The ergonomics is much better and the focus precision is better in mirrorless, sure. I might want to use both systems in the future. For now, however, it will be easier financially for me (and not only for me) to build the whole system if I go for a DSLR. My point is that people who begin their photography journey should think twice if they decide to buy a mirrorless. They might start with a body and a kit lens, then they would say "photography is cool, let's get more serious about it and buy more lenses" but then they would discover, to their unpleasant surprise, that they can't afford them as the whole mirrorless setup is more costly.
This Z50 could be an interesting proposal but the lack of IBIS and of the possibility to move the focus point through touchscreen makes it far less interesting. Same as you I stick with DSLR. I am interested in the exposure preview through the viewfinder, but that's not enough, alone. I like my af-d lenses and want to continue to use them.
Slight correction on the D7500, Nikon actually used a carbon fibre frame instead of a magnesium one to save a few Lbs. I have one and its such a wonderful piece of kit
Today I've got my Z50 with the ftz adapter. I was about to buy the d7500 but I've changed my mind at the last moment. Both brilliant cameras but the Z50 really a game changer for me. The EVF is awesome. F mount lenses work flawlessly so the lens selection will not be a problem. The only things wich I'll be really miss is the rugged feel and perfect ergonomics of the dslr.
Hopefully Nikon follows up within 12 to 18 months with a mirrorless D500. Now that would really interest me. I think as an entry level camera the Z50 offers alot. What Nikon must do is support it with new S mount lenses. Enjoy your new camera and do share your experiences.
@@peterlemke3468 yes that's would be nice though. However I think the sensor is the same in the z50 as in the d7500 and d500. As far as I know they'll relese an entry level mirrorless as a replacement of the d5xxx line of cameras first.
How is the focus speed when using the FTZ adapter? I gave my old D3300 to my dad just yesterday, and I’m waiting for Nikon to throw the adapter in for free before I pull the trigger.
@@forg1vr I've not noticed any difference between the z mount lenses or the dx lenses via ftz. I have two dx lenses the 35 1.8g and I got the 10-20 zoom. I'm not able to comment on bigger lenses that could present a more demanding load to focus.
5:07 No, set autofocus to group area mode and af-s, then the D7500 will automatically set focus on the eyes of a face in the picture in viewfinder mode 😶
@@jordanalysia4834 push the af A/M button below the lense unlock button. Turn the front dial until it shows the symbol with the 4 black squares around the White square in the middle. This is group area mode.
I have a Z7, which I love. I’m also an avid motorcyclist and I wanted to bring a small camera kit along in my saddle bags while I ride. I bought the z50 and have been really impressed with the results and the workflow. In particular I love the exposure preview in both the EVF and the rear screen. I live in Dubai and often shoot in very challenging lighting situations, with dramatically different exposure values in the frame. Exposure preview enables me to get the shot rapidly, as well as to rapidly bracket in case I want a range of shots. This is important as I ride with a group of riders who can get impatient if I take too long while shooting. One thing that this review didn’t mention; you can obviously mount full frame z lenses to this camera body without and adapter.... Nikon’s 50mm 1.8 S lens is amazingly sharp and when I put it on this little body I have an incredibly sharp 75mm lens (equivalent) that is fast and versatile. Just sayin’.
I would like to confirm. @2:22 we hear that it is a magnesium alloy frame, however i have also heard that D500 is the magnesium alloy frame and the D7500 is polycarbonate
Best advantages of D7500: autofocus with af-d (screw drive) lenses, Way more aps-c lenses without adapter, Vast buffer (100 jpeg/50 raw). Better ergonomics, better weather sealing, better battery life, 1/8000s shutter, focus point selection on screen, shoulder lcd, group af, headphone jack. OVF with much higher resolution (your own eye).
Great video! One of the very few pointing out 1) that the main advantage of mirrorless is exposure preview 2) how important it is being able to select focus point using the touchscreen when you are looking through the viewfinder.
I went to the store to check out the Z50. I already have a selection of DX lenses. Didn't want to start over. Once I had the Z50 camera in my hands. I felt good and the menu is familiar to my D7000. I really only wanted to check it out. But I ended up buying the camera body and adapter.
Helpful comment for me. I need to replace my D5300 and I can't decide if I should start over or go Z50. Apparently, not many DX owners bought additional lenses so I feel like something of an outlier.
Really nice job with this video. The content was thorough and detailed, and presented in a friendly and thoughtful way. May I ask what Brendan shot this on? So refreshing to watch a video that was clean and clear, properly exposed, with clean and appropriate audio levels, and not an amateur hack science experiment in how far one can push a log-grade until it falls apart, then push it some more. I had not watched a TCS video in ages, because I couldn't bear listening to those other two guys go on and on about (I'm not sure but it was important for everyone to know how much they knew, when they didn't at all), and their videos technically were always nauseating to try to watch. So thank you.
Right now in the UK the D7500 is a fair bit cheaper than a Z50. For £900 for a body you can get a Z50 or D750. For a given budget your choice is DX mirrorless or FX DSLR.
The D7500 is an amazing camera for the value, I just picked one up used here in the USA for $500! It's like brand new and has a low shutter count, but it's less than half the price of a Z50 with FTZ adapter. I used to have a D500, but sold it to help purchase a Nikon 400mm f2.8 VR. I kept my main body a D4s and now shoot with both the D7500/D4s and the D7500 was basically bought as a teleconverter and second body. I do photojournalism work, mainly sports and breaking news and the D7500 actually holds up pretty well. I bought the Vello vertical grip for the D7500, but sure do wish Nikon made an overpriced grip as I hate third party anything! Overall though I can't say enough about the D7500, especially if you do action sports or wildlife type stuff and for long lenses. The D7500 is about the same price as the TC-14E III that I used to use on my 400mm f2.8 VR, so for the money it's sure nicer to have a capable camera that produces better results than the TC. Also the D7500 makes my 400mm perform similar to a 600mm f4.2 (depth of field wise), but it's still gathering that f2.8 light! Now that you can't beat and it sure beats the teleconverter making the 400mm a 560mm f4! I don't think I'll really ever buy or use a teleconverter from now on, unless it's to photograph the moon or home plate from the outfield, etc. For those rare occasions I throw on my TC-20E III, 2x for an equivalent 800mm f5.6 which is still reasonably sharp when a tripod is used!!!
Beautiful location, beautiful images (best yet from you 2) and best ever video footage. It's the most comprehensive and intersting review I've seen of this camera due to your in-depth approach to these kinds of reviews.
i never shoot with a prime wide open on a sunny day with harsh light, too many hard shadows so i either get in shade or shoot at a cloudy day, getting much softer and nicer pics that way. so for me only having 1/4000 doesnt bother me, when i do need 1/8000 (which i rarely do) i just get my D7100 instead. But that is just my shooting style, bought the Z50 as a 2nd camera and for video mostly.
I have been a dedicated Nikon user since 1979. Owned multiple film bodies FE thru F5 and digital bodies D80 and D200. Torn about which next gen DSLR to get and then I saw the Z6 and Z7. Wow!! Decided to go with the Z50 since it is smaller and very ergonomic.
Ok, here is my first impressions, after 24 hours use. 1. Autofocus - it works. It's not perfect, and it's not as good as Sony or Canon, but it works. When you tap on the screen or half-press the release button to focus, it keeps the object in focus. I'll be happy if the Eye-autofocus works when I record a video, but this is something that can be fixed in future updates (I hope). It's far better then my GH5 of course... :D 2. Handling - it's awesome. I started shooting with Nikon, years ago, with D60, after that I upgraded to D5100, D7200 and for a small period of time I've used D750. And this is the one thing that I really love about the Nikon cameras - the handling and the control. It's always great and fun to use it. Especially Z50 is so good to play. It's not the lightest camera, but the weight is as good as can be. 3. Lenses - Ok, this 16-50mm is fine, but I will upgrade to something better as soon as possible. I will be more than happy if Nikon release something like a 16-35mm for DX with wider and faster aperture, because this one can't handle the autofocus. And it's the ugliest lens I've ever used! Or maybe.. I just don't like pancake-type-lenses... 4. Media - if you have faster UHS-I or UHS-II cards, use it. Definitely makes the difference and the video is smooth as possible. 5. Video quality - for now it's fine, but I'll need more time to test it. The audio is... ok, but definitely needs more correction. Straight out of the camera, the audio is not as good like Panasonic or Sony. 6. Image quality - it's fantastic. I really love it. The images are clean, with enough resolution (for my taste) to work with. I still need to see what I can pull out of the RAW files, but they look like a good files to work with. Uhm, yeah, I think this is all I can say about Z50, after 24 hours of use. :)
@@harryminowa it's nothing like the AF from the DSLRs. It's much better and precise. It doesn't hunt and it works. I still don't have the FTZ adapter, but I'm thinking buying it because I want to use the Sigma 18-35.
Thumbs up for the comparison review! One thought of mine on the EVF/OVF discussion: there are people out there - not much, but including me - that can (and I emphasize CAN, it's not a question of WILL) never get adjusted to the EVF. My eyes are hypersensitive to light (a condition medically called "nyctalopy"), which is actually a bonus when you're into photography. The downside is that with it comes a remarkably sharp sight - which in itself is also a bonus in photography, but which basically results in the fact that I see literally EVERY glitch in the EVF. And believe me, when you can actually see that, you see a lot of it. I see a constant shimmering in the screen, and a distinct and literally nauseating delay when panning the camera. To my eyes, the EVF (wether it's a Nikon Z, Eos R type, Sony α, or whatever) pretty much looks like an analog TV from the 70s that hasn't been tuned in to the channel correctly. The Z system EVF is actually the least problematic to me, the Sony is the worst - which does say something about the quality of the Z EVF. As a matter of fact, for the same reason I keep the use of Live View to a bare minimum. I use the screen for menu handling and result checking, but seldom for shooting. Simply said: my eyes are actually TOO good for the EVF. Apart from that, I prefer to see through the viewfinder what is actually there, not what the camera thinks is there and will make of it (another reason for me not to use Live View). Probably has to do with me wanting to have full control. A trust issue, I know - for the same reason I will only drive a car in autonomous mode, well, like NEVER ;-) So to me, for numerous reasons the exposure preview in the EVF is more of a disadvantage than an advantage. Which means that I am, and will definately remain, in the DSLR camp! At least until the manufacturers are able to produce an EVF which my eyes can handle. Therefore, yesterday I treated myself and bought me a brand new D7500 - so I will be cool for the next ten to fifteen years! ;-) Thanks for an enlightening video, and keep up the good work!
I would love to upgrade from my 7100 but as its still really good and a lot of life left I will keep using it. I tried out the Z50 at my local Jessops shop and it felt so good in the hand and just like a Nikon. Who knows maybe next year I will upgrade but still keep and use my 7100.
I hear you brother. I have a D7200 amongst other Nikon DX and FX bodies. It's a great general shooting camera with 24 MP and 2 card slots. That said mirrorless does offer some features l'd like.
I was going to sell my D7100 but the prices were too low. I just went ahead and bought the z50 anyway. Don’t really need two cameras but I’m just tired of lugging the bigger camera around. Hopefully I’ll have the best of both worlds.
Absolutely nothing wrong with your D7100. In fact, there are things in your DSLR body that probably does better than the new Z50. You've got quick direct access to your autofocus modes and can switch over to MF at a flick of a button. Changing drive modes is right on your top dial. Plus more! I sold my D7000 & D3200 to make space for my new Z50. I kept my D7500 though. But I'll tell you, with a well focused shot off my D7000, it's image output really isn't that far off from my D7500 which by many accounts should also be similiar to the Z50. Keep on shooting that D7100!
I did exactly that, already have D7100 but also got the Z50 + FTZ because of the higher fps, video and lighter weight (plus its mirrorless). Love it but i will keep my D7100 until i get a better DSLR camera (FX or maybe Z6?)
2 years old is a old camera now?! I’m actually watching this video because I’m looking to move up from my film school D5000, that I bought 11 years ago (still going strong!), with either the Z50 or the D7500. This was a great video! I’m still on the fence because I’m not sure if they’re going to release Nikkor Z DX Primes (particularly 35mm and 85mm) ever, or if I’m doing to stick with the DSLR DX format, which has been great for the last decade and something I’m pretty happy with.
Switching to the Nikon ecosystem from Pentax, and will be doing so with the Z50. Not too worried about the glass as there is that adapter which will allow me to just use F mount glass.
I own a Z6 and later bought a D7500. I much prefer using the D7500 so now only use the Z6 when I need it's better low light performance. The ergonimics of the D7500 are soooo much better. If money was no object I would sell the Z6 and buy the D850. I find having to use the menus so often on the Z6 really fiddly & tedious. For me it was a big mistake to not include the traditional 5 buttons on the left of the LCD screen on the Z6.
I had the same conclusions and finally I chose D7500 which is so good for fast action wildlife photography. I considered D500 but the price for D500 was (and still is) to big for me. When the ergonomics of mirrorless cameras will be the same as DSLR's. For me mirrorless is also "button less".
This is not af face detection, but matrix metering face detection: if there are faces in the picture, the exposure will be set on correctly exposing them. But af face detection does exist in af group area mode with af-s, the camera will focus on the eyes in faces automatically.
The Z50 compared to the M6 Mk2 feels soooo much better in the hand. The M6 Mk2 feels like holding my old point and shoot while the Z50 feels like gripping a thin and light DSLR.
As an M6 Mark II owner, I can agree with you. But I believe the EF-M cameras are focused on small size/weight and using native lenses. But as soon as you adapt lenses...it's a bit of a mess. The M6 Mark II has a slightly deeper grip than the original too! Haha
@@kevindiossi imo Canon should just focus on the RF mount for their mirrorless system. Yes the RF mount would look comically big on a compact APS-C body (see: E mount and Z mount on APS-C), but it simplifies things quite a lot when it comes to lens choices.
Nikon, the last one to move to mirrorless avoided all the mistakes everyone else made. I have the z6, which I also had an a73 to test, and kept the z6. Canon having two mounts is terrible, I just ordered a z50 as a backup to my z6 for weddings. The single mount is the main factor, and why I looked at Sony. But Sony designs the worst feeling cameras, the a6600 feels like a point and shoot.
It’s 2022 and even though websites are listing d7500 on sale, when you go into stores it’s getting hard to see them in stock. One small specialist store doesn’t even stock dslr bodies. It was all mirrorless. But when I looked the new lens are crazy expensive.
Yes was in 2 minds about going from a d5500 to a d7500 or the z50 but the battery life is not as much and I have heard there may be no sensor cleaner on the z50 has put me off a bit if is true. Unfortunately is still a trade off between if want a smaller camera or more battery life and other features like weather sealing .( I thought the z50 had weather sealing but looks like I may be wrong).
Going from a d330p to the z50 after researching a ton of stuff between the z50 and the d7500. What ultimately sold me was I could get a package with 2 of the kit lenses and the FTZ adapter for the same price as the d7500 with 1 lens.
Great video - thanks! The specs for the Z50 show the lower operating limit is 0 degreesC or 32 degrees F. Looks like you were out in temps below that level. Did you experience any problems using it below the freezing point?
Both are good cameras. Personally I prefer the D7500 overall. Battery life is important to me, and the ergonomics works better for me. Plus I don't need an adaptor to use all my lenses. I think mirrorless cameras is the future for sure, but in this price range they still has some way to go before I will go all in on them. Maybe in five years or so.
Hi! Thank you for your valuable comment for me. I also use a D7500. Unfortunately I can't get a good focal point for my ever running granddaughter. I have found that the face focus is only available in live mode in viewfinder "EVF" not in. In live mode the face detection is quite random i.e. rarely works well. How do you see this issue?
A Z70 would be nice with better weather sealing, IBIS and 2 card slots. Solid looking camera though. I love how compact and rugged it looks. That grip looks perfect.
@@maeu59 Barely... The X-T3 is 539g. 133 x 93 x 59 mm VS 397g. 127 x 94 x 60 mm for the z50 Sure, the X-T3 is 5oz heavier but it does have that extra card slot a few more dials and most likely better built and weather sealing. On the actual size, it's only bigger in the width by 6 mm, smaller in all other aspects including the depth which is where 2 card slots would make it ''bigger'' So.... Nope, barely irrelevant.
Another advantage of the Z50 is that it can work better with some third party lenses such as Sigma because they work better with phase detection rather than the Nikon's propriety focus algorithms.
It's nice to watch a review that is unbiased, unlike so many these days that are put out by people who profess to know photos. I'm not in the market for a Z50 (do Pentax know they stole the name?), but it looks like a decent camera. I am not unaware of the advantages that mirrorless cameras have (I use both DSLRs and MILCs), but I think some of the features are overrated, like exposure preview. I tend to trust my camera's meter. Others, like focus peaking, are very useful when using manual focus lenses. YMMV. Overall, I prefer using DSLRs, but as I get older, I am coming around to the lighter bodies, which usually means a mirrorless if I am sticking to full frame cameras.
Hi, liked the video. could u please tell me if the nikon AF-S DX 35mm f1.8 lens is suitable with z50 through ftz mount? Also is it better to buy 35mm or 50mm ?
I have a Nikon D 7100 and 2 DX lens 1 D lens and a Tamron 16-300 mm lens. In the D 7500 I wish they had a fully articulating screen. I am not sure my lens would work on the new mirrorless cameras. The Z 50 with two lens at about $1300.00 doesn't sound bad. It is new . So I will wait to see any flaws or upgrades to it. Nikon had a D 600 with problems, replaced with a D 610. My 7100. Sure I would love to upgrade but to what and will the new camera use my lens.
I have to say that this is a very enjoyable video to watch. The presentation. location and the beautiful photos you two captured are top notch. Reminds me that the camera is not nearly as important as the environment, technique and vision involved. Encourages us to go enjoy a new place and practice.
So just wondering if Nikon made the Z 50 with a F mount, that people would still complain probably even more that it isn't a Z mount. I'll take native glass over adapted any day and the Z lenses are better than the F mount lenses optically. They're quieter and lighter.
Actually, this is the comparison I was looking for, since I was stuck trying to decide between either of these very cameras. I own a D5200, but would like to have a second body so that I would not need to change lenses so often. First I thought about the D7500, but perhaps with an adapter for DX lenses, the Z50 pays off? Since image quality is almost the same (given the equal sensor size), as long as you can use DX lenses on the Z50, you'll have a pretty significant weight cut, right? Or does the body + adapter + lens make the Z50 no lighter than the D7500?
Thanks for your comment, Your decision is going to be less about the weight difference and more about the function. DSLR or is this the time to try going Mirrorless. Either way a second body is always nice to have! Hope this helps.
Just picked up the Z50 2 lens kit today and must say I love it already. I have Nikon crop sensor cameras, D80, D5500 & D7200 so this Z50 was an easy choice since I have Nikon glass in the inventory. Shot a few pics with it right away and I must say I am impressed with the picture sharpness. Thanks for a great video guys!
That ridiculous drop down screen and Z mount rather than F mount is a deal killer for me. Was looking forward to this camera coming and would have been my transition from D7200 to mirrorless. Nikon really fell short with this APS-C camera. Pretty disappointing.
@@CK-cp7bb firstly in regards to the Z mount the adapter very is expensive. The mount opening is also huge which is not necessary on a crop sensor. Not sure how you think an F mount on a DSLR can make it bulky. There's also a huge selection of F mount lenses and for loyal Nikon users can mean thousands of dollars tied up in glass. Secondly the in regards to the LCD, the idea of it is to see the display when you're in front of the camera. Tell me how you can see the display when the camera is on a tripod? Why didn't they make the screen pop out to the side like the other brands? That's the deal killer for me personally and it maybe for many vloggers too. Then for others it may not be an issue at all. It's all up to the individual. Finally, I feel its a rushed product that they hurried out before Christmas to compete with the other brands. For me, I'm very disappointed as I had been looking forward to Nikons crop sensor mirrorless since they announced it. I still hold up hopes for Gen 2. Maybe if they sort out the LCD display, I may consider the adapter providing there's no compatibility and focusing speed issues.
GREAT comparo video...just what I was looking for in trying to decide whether I should stay with my D7500 or switch to a Z50...NICELY done! Couple of questions: -I can't get my hands on a Z50 locally where I live to "try it on for size". Dave, with you having the larger hands, did the Z50 feel "cramped" to you as opposed to the D7500? Any issues using the controls with your right hand? -In your individual opinions...is switching from a D7500 to a Z50 a step "up", a step "down" or simply a "lateral" movement? -I'd assume that having a lighter camera is a pleasure when packing it around. With an 18-300mm lens on the D7500, it's a LOAD! -What were your impressions of the "kit" lenses...the 16-50mm and the 50-250? Overall, the reviews seem to be rather enthusiastic as far as sharpness, optical aberration and vignetting. Was that your experience as well? -Not to get into the whole full-frame vs. crop sensor (APS-C) debate, but...since the D7500 is an APS-C camera, stick with that format and go Z50, or consider a move up to a full-frame like a Z5 or better? Thanks! Keep up the great work! 😃
Hi and thanks for the comments. I do like the ergonomics of both camera's however the Z50 is certainly smaller and lighter and more of a lateral'ish move as well. With regards to sensors what subject matter you shoot comes into play in making a decision. Generally crop is great for reach, think wildlife for example, with full frame for more wide angle options and generally better high ISO and DOF. I do like the direction that Nikon is going with it's mirrorless cameras and lens options so you can't really go wrong.
For a new user in photography, I highly recommend a mirrorless. Seeing the actual result is a huge benefit especially when understanding aperture, shutter speed and ISO. A mirrorless means one is more likely to get out of Auto mode, where most beginners with entry DSLRs reside. Also the small size means one is more likely to bring it along.
I don't... I do believe that a DSLR will force the photographer to learn more about the technical side than a full auto mirrorless that hands over everything to him/her. Actually I take it a step further... if you are a beginner, buy the two lens kit from Nikon D3500 or Canon T7(and save a TON of money in the process)... use it learn how to maximize this kit and THEN tell me that you are going to upgrade... by the time the last statement is said, there is an educated decision, with the whys in place to do the upgrade or even that you found out that you don't need to upgrade at all and feel perfectly comfortable with the kit as is. This is like handling a Sports car to a kid... of course he will drive it ... of course, he can kinda drive it fast but the control of an experienced sports car driver that will be able to extract the most performance out of the car... the kid will not have until much much much later...
Hi there. You mentioned that there are other mirrorless camaras which get some advantage over this nikon z50, I am planning to buy a camera for me and I prefer one with weather sealing, so can you recommend one?
I'm searching a few days for a new camera. I lost my Sony Alpha 6000 and my Alpha65 on my last fire in my house. I love a DSLR Camera system but I'm also like the DSLM system. I shoot photos on festivals and I read the D7500 have great high ISO perfomance with less noise then the Sony Alpha 600. My own question is, should I buy a new Sony Alpha 6x00 or switch to Nikon D7500 or maybe the Z50?
Nice video ❤️ thank you very much. But one qzestion, which mirrorles camera would you recommend for one who just start with photography. We want to make landscapes, flowers and Portraits. At the moment we think about to buy a nikon z50. Thank you very much
Your videos are getting better and better. Nice comparison. However, I wonder why does Nikon now have three lens types in your opinion? They have the "old" F-mount and the "new" Z-mount. For me, these are two types. The advantage of the Z50s Z-Mount is, that you can use the Z-lenses of the Z6 and Z7. For example the Z 50mm f / 1.8 for portraits. And it's not true, that both cameras have a 1.5 crop in the video. That's only true in the case if you put a full-frame lens on the cameras. With the DX lenses, the Z50 has no Crop but a full-sensor readout. But otherwise a nice video :)
Actually, there are 4 lens types. The f mount dx and FX, and the z mount FX and dx (of those yet only 2 at the moment). Both camera's have native 1.5 crop in the sensor that effect both stills and video. In 4k video mode, D7500 adds another 1. 5 crop into that, so becoming 2.25, making a 10mm lens look like 22.5 mm. Z50 uses the full (cropped) sensor width in 4k video, so the 16mm of the DX kitlens looks like 24mm.
I ordered my nikon z50 with ftz adapter and can't wait to arrive to test it with sigma 18-35. I want to see how much of a jump in performance it will be from my old d7100
the micro-adjustment alone is going to put a smile in your face... plus the fact that it creates a profile and stores it... next time you slap the lens it loads it and the pairing is SEAMLESS (not like my Nikon D7200) which is a nightmare you can't go off the center focus point because it won't work...
hmmm ... I mean, I hope you understand that performance-wise you already have a kickass setup with the D7100 and a Sigma Art 18-35 and image-wise you are going to have to pixel peep your eyeballs out to see the difference. Now that said if your work is fast ... like events, parties, fast-paced stuff ... like the wedding games... then mayyybe yes, there is an execution difference, but image quality wise... nope.
@@FrankNazario considering weddings and other fast paced work i struggle usually with the autofocus in low light with my d7200. Would it be a good switch if i get a z50?
I just got the D7500 and I have been laboring over the settings menu most of the day. I've upgraded from D3300 and it's a "huge" learning curve. I really hate the color on the monitor info screen. How can I change that?
Have been a Nikon DX user since the D70 and have not been tempted by the FX lure so when the Z50 was announced I got excited. I wanted to embrace all those new tech in the mirrorless world and keep them compact and light for my 70 year old hands, but guess what? I just found out that Nikon crippled it by omitting focus shift, a really cool function that found in the Z6/7. Now I may be forced towards the Z6 or Z5?
UPDATE: Guys I just did the latest firmware update for the Nikon D7200 (dated 2018, yeah I know sorry) and the gremlins that have been affecting the D7200 and the Sigma art 18-35 based on my appreciation are GONE!! the autofocus feels MUCH faster and accurate and in Video the difference is even more dramatic ... so if you have a D7200 and a Sigma art 18-35 and are NOt happy with the performance do the firmware upgrade you will be very very pleased with the end result and definitively will be VERY hard-pressed to find a justification to upgrade. The Z50 is a beautiful body but the D7200 is an absolute beast in image quality reliability and now with this firmware upgrade its amazing!!!
We used RODE mic packs with lapel mics stuck to us with sticky pads as usual. But, we lucked out like crazy with no wind or background noise so it was easy to balance levels.
will get the Z50 in the next days, might be a good addition to the Z6 and D500 that I own. Both of them are relatively heavy, so was looking for a smaller camera. Having the FTZ adapter still, allows to use both FX and DX lenses that I collected over the years (incl. a 150-600), as mounting the Z lenses that I got for the Z6 still. Hoping for a real light weight set, that can replace the others on single day hiking tours, where weight is a painpoint.
Been awhile since this video. In the market for either of these cameras. Last camera I bought and still have is the Nikon D50. It is the only DSLR I have ever owned. Just retired and want to improve my photography skills. Do you guys still favor the Z50 (11 months later)?
If Nikon does it like Sony then the camera switches to a crop mode. That's also a way to reduce file size with high resolution sensors when you don't always need that high resolution.
D7500 all day. Lens availability alone makes it a winner. When you can buy decent lens (70-300, f1.8 35, 18-55 kit lens) all 3 for under $350 that is incredible value. You need to spend $900+ on any Mirrorless cameras to get comparable 70-300 telephoto lens.
Thanks for the great vid guys! I got a question tho, which one is better for ergonomics?(for a person with huge hands) I'm not too bothered about the weight
@@InnerLifePhotography Its the FTZ adapter. The same one used with the Z6 and Z7 to adapt from the Z mount to the F mount. I'm not sure about the flash, but I bet its still usable.
I read that the z50 did have weather sealing? How many shots does can you take before the buffer is full? Also how many shots can you get out of one charge? The z6/z7 got a lot more than what they’re rated for.
I can confirm that there is no weather sealing on the bottom at all where the battery door is. You can see rubber on the battery door of the D7500. Our rep said they don't have a specific weather sealing rating in the gaskets and that the D7500 is more rugged overall. You almost always get more out of your battery than CIPA rates them for. I got over 500 shots out of my battery with some short video clips. CIPA is 320 shots.
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Great video, guys. It feels like I'm watching a good morning talk show about cameras... nobody else is doing videos like this and I like it. It's more personal than just a dry specs regurgitation, it's more fun.
I spent weeks doing research on the 7500 and the z50 and ultimately bought the 7500.
Main factors, battery life, weather sealing and lens availability. Thanks for the very helpful reviews!
Same reason here, the Z mount lenses trinity would be a few years from now.
switched from 7500 to Z6 and while i don't regret what i did, some things i miss from the 7500 : cheap memory card, slightly nicer feel in hands, cheaper lenses, ovf, and autofocus seem to work really great, on video mode it's rubbish tho.
Watch out with that "weather sealing". It's not really. Had my 7500 in Indonesia and even though it didn't rain, it's only humidity proof up to 80%. Sadly in Indonesia it goes above that. After two weeks it was dead.
The z 50 is weather sealed equally as the 7500 and how often do you shoot 350 images before recharge. The Z 50 has an all new sensor bred from the D500 sensor! There are many advantage of the Z50 over the 7500.
@@sanekn What makes the video mode on the 7500 rubbish?!?!
I bought the Pentax KP thinking the video would do ISO 800k
But it only goes up to 25,600
Only does 1080i or 720p at 60 fps
1080p at 30 fps only. No 4k.
Going to end up trading this one for something more capable.
I'm a ufologist. I need the ISO for tactical reasons.
So what exactly makes video on the 7500 rubbish? Should i go for the Z50 for sure?
I'm leaning towards Z50 because of the EVF. It seems very tactical.
Sony a7s has rolling shutter. They say in this video that there are better mirrorless cameras (for this price range?)
Do these options have good ISO capabilities??
I actually switched back from mirrorless to Nikon d7500. Cheaper body, cheaper lenses, great sensor, great AF in OVF. And BETTER ergonomics. Couldn't be happier. I wish sellers and you tubers would stop pushing mirrorless so hard. Not everyone needs a small camera body, not everyone needs to pay extra for that small body and for expensive lenses.
And not everyone needs that big rugged camera. Dude, the era continues, youtuber reviewers need to review things. How the fuck they get money if they didnt want to review new things? Mirrorless is a new era in camera, dont like it? Just keep it silence with your big rugged dslr while they keep selling mirrorless.
I agree. For photography DSLRs are the best deal in the town currently with affordable new lenses & also huge selection of used glass. For videos mirrorless holds the edge though.
Sure if it fits your need a dslr is a cheaper and readily available option. But for me I love mirrorless more. And that’s coming from a d810 and then a d850. And only the Z6 can give me that amazing eye af which is just super helpful and absolutely reliable for my portrait shots. It also makes the 58 1.4G a flawless lens to use. That was simply not possible with the dslrs before because that lens totally confuses them with its phase characteristics. And the d850 is nowhere near as good at nailing the eye with that lens or any lens. Also I love the grip of the Z6 I had the d7000 once and that was a little thing that didn’t feel nowhere near as great and cushy. If one doesn’t focus on portraits I agree that the benefits are less. Then dslrs also have their strong points. Like sports. But I’d say portrait is a game changer with Z6. Peace~
@@ChrispyArt Full frame mirrorless are definitely more attractive. The ergonomics is much better and the focus precision is better in mirrorless, sure. I might want to use both systems in the future. For now, however, it will be easier financially for me (and not only for me) to build the whole system if I go for a DSLR. My point is that people who begin their photography journey should think twice if they decide to buy a mirrorless. They might start with a body and a kit lens, then they would say "photography is cool, let's get more serious about it and buy more lenses" but then they would discover, to their unpleasant surprise, that they can't afford them as the whole mirrorless setup is more costly.
This Z50 could be an interesting proposal but the lack of IBIS and of the possibility to move the focus point through touchscreen makes it far less interesting. Same as you I stick with DSLR. I am interested in the exposure preview through the viewfinder, but that's not enough, alone. I like my af-d lenses and want to continue to use them.
Great review. So nice to see a camera channel actually shoot beautiful pictures during their review btw. Well done. Thoroughly enjoyed.
Yeah I'm often surprised at how mediocre some review channels sample photos look.
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the episode and our photos. We were fortunate to shoot in such a beautiful place on a nice day.
Jordan’s balled-up crying from DPReviews is beautiful. Don’t ever say otherwise.
Slight correction on the D7500, Nikon actually used a carbon fibre frame instead of a magnesium one to save a few Lbs. I have one and its such a wonderful piece of kit
Today I've got my Z50 with the ftz adapter. I was about to buy the d7500 but I've changed my mind at the last moment. Both brilliant cameras but the Z50 really a game changer for me. The EVF is awesome. F mount lenses work flawlessly so the lens selection will not be a problem. The only things wich I'll be really miss is the rugged feel and perfect ergonomics of the dslr.
Hopefully Nikon follows up within 12 to 18 months with a mirrorless D500. Now that would really interest me.
I think as an entry level camera the Z50 offers alot. What Nikon must do is support it with new S mount lenses. Enjoy your new camera and do share your experiences.
@@peterlemke3468 yes that's would be nice though. However I think the sensor is the same in the z50 as in the d7500 and d500. As far as I know they'll relese an entry level mirrorless as a replacement of the d5xxx line of cameras first.
How is the focus speed when using the FTZ adapter?
I gave my old D3300 to my dad just yesterday, and I’m waiting for Nikon to throw the adapter in for free before I pull the trigger.
Same with me. Got the two lense bundle and the shop the in the FTZ for free.
@@forg1vr I've not noticed any difference between the z mount lenses or the dx lenses via ftz. I have two dx lenses the 35 1.8g and I got the 10-20 zoom. I'm not able to comment on bigger lenses that could present a more demanding load to focus.
5:07 No, set autofocus to group area mode and af-s, then the D7500 will automatically set focus on the eyes of a face in the picture in viewfinder mode 😶
How do you set autofocus to group area mode?
@@jordanalysia4834 push the af A/M button below the lense unlock button. Turn the front dial until it shows the symbol with the 4 black squares around the White square in the middle. This is group area mode.
I have a Z7, which I love. I’m also an avid motorcyclist and I wanted to bring a small camera kit along in my saddle bags while I ride. I bought the z50 and have been really impressed with the results and the workflow. In particular I love the exposure preview in both the EVF and the rear screen. I live in Dubai and often shoot in very challenging lighting situations, with dramatically different exposure values in the frame. Exposure preview enables me to get the shot rapidly, as well as to rapidly bracket in case I want a range of shots. This is important as I ride with a group of riders who can get impatient if I take too long while shooting. One thing that this review didn’t mention; you can obviously mount full frame z lenses to this camera body without and adapter.... Nikon’s 50mm 1.8 S lens is amazingly sharp and when I put it on this little body I have an incredibly sharp 75mm lens (equivalent) that is fast and versatile. Just sayin’.
This channel is so wholesome and charmingly Canadian!
I would like to confirm. @2:22 we hear that it is a magnesium alloy frame, however i have also heard that D500 is the magnesium alloy frame and the D7500 is polycarbonate
Best advantages of D7500: autofocus with af-d (screw drive) lenses, Way more aps-c lenses without adapter, Vast buffer (100 jpeg/50 raw). Better ergonomics, better weather sealing, better battery life, 1/8000s shutter, focus point selection on screen, shoulder lcd, group af, headphone jack. OVF with much higher resolution (your own eye).
Hello! Face saving may work and only in live mode! For me it's a disadvan
Great video! One of the very few pointing out 1) that the main advantage of mirrorless is exposure preview 2) how important it is being able to select focus point using the touchscreen when you are looking through the viewfinder.
Fun review guys!! Thanks!!
where are the outdoor side-by-side image comparisons? :)
Wow! Just the video I was looking for, it’s like you read my mind. Best of all, the video was well shot and all details laid out just like I needed.
That is so great to hear. Glad you enjoyed it and it gave you the info you were looking for.
I went to the store to check out the Z50. I already have a selection of DX lenses. Didn't want to start over. Once I had the Z50 camera in my hands. I felt good and the menu is familiar to my D7000. I really only wanted to check it out. But I ended up buying the camera body and adapter.
Helpful comment for me. I need to replace my D5300 and I can't decide if I should start over or go Z50. Apparently, not many DX owners bought additional lenses so I feel like something of an outlier.
Good on you!!
Really nice job with this video. The content was thorough and detailed, and presented in a friendly and thoughtful way. May I ask what Brendan shot this on? So refreshing to watch a video that was clean and clear, properly exposed, with clean and appropriate audio levels, and not an amateur hack science experiment in how far one can push a log-grade until it falls apart, then push it some more. I had not watched a TCS video in ages, because I couldn't bear listening to those other two guys go on and on about (I'm not sure but it was important for everyone to know how much they knew, when they didn't at all), and their videos technically were always nauseating to try to watch. So thank you.
Right now in the UK the D7500 is a fair bit cheaper than a Z50. For £900 for a body you can get a Z50 or D750. For a given budget your choice is DX mirrorless or FX DSLR.
The D7500 is an amazing camera for the value, I just picked one up used here in the USA for $500! It's like brand new and has a low shutter count, but it's less than half the price of a Z50 with FTZ adapter. I used to have a D500, but sold it to help purchase a Nikon 400mm f2.8 VR. I kept my main body a D4s and now shoot with both the D7500/D4s and the D7500 was basically bought as a teleconverter and second body. I do photojournalism work, mainly sports and breaking news and the D7500 actually holds up pretty well. I bought the Vello vertical grip for the D7500, but sure do wish Nikon made an overpriced grip as I hate third party anything! Overall though I can't say enough about the D7500, especially if you do action sports or wildlife type stuff and for long lenses. The D7500 is about the same price as the TC-14E III that I used to use on my 400mm f2.8 VR, so for the money it's sure nicer to have a capable camera that produces better results than the TC. Also the D7500 makes my 400mm perform similar to a 600mm f4.2 (depth of field wise), but it's still gathering that f2.8 light! Now that you can't beat and it sure beats the teleconverter making the 400mm a 560mm f4! I don't think I'll really ever buy or use a teleconverter from now on, unless it's to photograph the moon or home plate from the outfield, etc. For those rare occasions I throw on my TC-20E III, 2x for an equivalent 800mm f5.6 which is still reasonably sharp when a tripod is used!!!
Beautiful location, beautiful images (best yet from you 2) and best ever video footage. It's the most comprehensive and intersting review I've seen of this camera due to your in-depth approach to these kinds of reviews.
2 year old camera is old but still decent...
that's how we got spoiled :)
Lol! I shoot film with 1979 Minolta XD7's. A friend uses the Canon A-1. Great cameras that last a lifetime, made many moons ago.
I'm still using a nikon d80 :)
@@krisztianivanics369 D3300 :'(
Nice! I want a comparison in low light situations !
1/8000 is very useful when you shoot a fast prime on a sunny day and you don't want to mess with ND filters
Yeah, that's true. We had decent cloud cover the day we shot this. But, I wish I had brought ND filters to get smoother water reflections on the lake.
i never shoot with a prime wide open on a sunny day with harsh light, too many hard shadows so i either get in shade or shoot at a cloudy day, getting much softer and nicer pics that way. so for me only having 1/4000 doesnt bother me, when i do need 1/8000 (which i rarely do) i just get my D7100 instead. But that is just my shooting style, bought the Z50 as a 2nd camera and for video mostly.
I have been a dedicated Nikon user since 1979. Owned multiple film bodies FE thru F5 and digital bodies D80 and D200. Torn about which next gen DSLR to get and then I saw the Z6 and Z7. Wow!! Decided to go with the Z50 since it is smaller and very ergonomic.
I just bought my Z50, and tomorrow I'm going for a photo-walk to test it :D
I'd be happy to hear about auto-focus!
Cool! Let us know how it goes.
Ok, here is my first impressions, after 24 hours use.
1. Autofocus - it works. It's not perfect, and it's not as good as Sony or Canon, but it works. When you tap on the screen or half-press the release button to focus, it keeps the object in focus. I'll be happy if the Eye-autofocus works when I record a video, but this is something that can be fixed in future updates (I hope). It's far better then my GH5 of course... :D
2. Handling - it's awesome. I started shooting with Nikon, years ago, with D60, after that I upgraded to D5100, D7200 and for a small period of time I've used D750. And this is the one thing that I really love about the Nikon cameras - the handling and the control. It's always great and fun to use it. Especially Z50 is so good to play. It's not the lightest camera, but the weight is as good as can be.
3. Lenses - Ok, this 16-50mm is fine, but I will upgrade to something better as soon as possible. I will be more than happy if Nikon release something like a 16-35mm for DX with wider and faster aperture, because this one can't handle the autofocus. And it's the ugliest lens I've ever used! Or maybe.. I just don't like pancake-type-lenses...
4. Media - if you have faster UHS-I or UHS-II cards, use it. Definitely makes the difference and the video is smooth as possible.
5. Video quality - for now it's fine, but I'll need more time to test it. The audio is... ok, but definitely needs more correction. Straight out of the camera, the audio is not as good like Panasonic or Sony.
6. Image quality - it's fantastic. I really love it. The images are clean, with enough resolution (for my taste) to work with. I still need to see what I can pull out of the RAW files, but they look like a good files to work with.
Uhm, yeah, I think this is all I can say about Z50, after 24 hours of use. :)
@@isavkov comparing the AF to the DSLRs, would you say it is better or worse? Did you use the FTZ?
@@harryminowa it's nothing like the AF from the DSLRs. It's much better and precise. It doesn't hunt and it works.
I still don't have the FTZ adapter, but I'm thinking buying it because I want to use the Sigma 18-35.
Thumbs up for the comparison review!
One thought of mine on the EVF/OVF discussion: there are people out there - not much, but including me - that can (and I emphasize CAN, it's not a question of WILL) never get adjusted to the EVF. My eyes are hypersensitive to light (a condition medically called "nyctalopy"), which is actually a bonus when you're into photography. The downside is that with it comes a remarkably sharp sight - which in itself is also a bonus in photography, but which basically results in the fact that I see literally EVERY glitch in the EVF. And believe me, when you can actually see that, you see a lot of it. I see a constant shimmering in the screen, and a distinct and literally nauseating delay when panning the camera. To my eyes, the EVF (wether it's a Nikon Z, Eos R type, Sony α, or whatever) pretty much looks like an analog TV from the 70s that hasn't been tuned in to the channel correctly. The Z system EVF is actually the least problematic to me, the Sony is the worst - which does say something about the quality of the Z EVF.
As a matter of fact, for the same reason I keep the use of Live View to a bare minimum. I use the screen for menu handling and result checking, but seldom for shooting. Simply said: my eyes are actually TOO good for the EVF.
Apart from that, I prefer to see through the viewfinder what is actually there, not what the camera thinks is there and will make of it (another reason for me not to use Live View). Probably has to do with me wanting to have full control. A trust issue, I know - for the same reason I will only drive a car in autonomous mode, well, like NEVER ;-)
So to me, for numerous reasons the exposure preview in the EVF is more of a disadvantage than an advantage. Which means that I am, and will definately remain, in the DSLR camp! At least until the manufacturers are able to produce an EVF which my eyes can handle. Therefore, yesterday I treated myself and bought me a brand new D7500 - so I will be cool for the next ten to fifteen years! ;-)
Thanks for an enlightening video, and keep up the good work!
Nice informative video. I am interested in knowing if there was much difference in low light and dynamic range between the Z50 and the D7500?
I would love to upgrade from my 7100 but as its still really good and a lot of life left I will keep using it.
I tried out the Z50 at my local Jessops shop and it felt so good in the hand and just like a Nikon. Who knows maybe next year I will upgrade but still keep and use my 7100.
I hear you brother. I have a D7200 amongst other Nikon DX and FX bodies. It's a great general shooting camera with 24 MP and 2 card slots. That said mirrorless does offer some features l'd like.
I was going to sell my D7100 but the prices were too low. I just went ahead and bought the z50 anyway. Don’t really need two cameras but I’m just tired of lugging the bigger camera around. Hopefully I’ll have the best of both worlds.
Absolutely nothing wrong with your D7100. In fact, there are things in your DSLR body that probably does better than the new Z50. You've got quick direct access to your autofocus modes and can switch over to MF at a flick of a button. Changing drive modes is right on your top dial. Plus more! I sold my D7000 & D3200 to make space for my new Z50. I kept my D7500 though. But I'll tell you, with a well focused shot off my D7000, it's image output really isn't that far off from my D7500 which by many accounts should also be similiar to the Z50. Keep on shooting that D7100!
Mind you, Z50 will not autofocus with af-d glass.
I did exactly that, already have D7100 but also got the Z50 + FTZ because of the higher fps, video and lighter weight (plus its mirrorless). Love it but i will keep my D7100 until i get a better DSLR camera (FX or maybe Z6?)
2 years old is a old camera now?! I’m actually watching this video because I’m looking to move up from my film school D5000, that I bought 11 years ago (still going strong!), with either the Z50 or the D7500. This was a great video! I’m still on the fence because I’m not sure if they’re going to release Nikkor Z DX Primes (particularly 35mm and 85mm) ever, or if I’m doing to stick with the DSLR DX format, which has been great for the last decade and something I’m pretty happy with.
Switching to the Nikon ecosystem from Pentax, and will be doing so with the Z50. Not too worried about the glass as there is that adapter which will allow me to just use F mount glass.
I own a Z6 and later bought a D7500. I much prefer using the D7500 so now only use the Z6 when I need it's better low light performance. The ergonimics of the D7500 are soooo much better. If money was no object I would sell the Z6 and buy the D850. I find having to use the menus so often on the Z6 really fiddly & tedious. For me it was a big mistake to not include the traditional 5 buttons on the left of the LCD screen on the Z6.
I had the same conclusions and finally I chose D7500 which is so good for fast action wildlife photography. I considered D500 but the price for D500 was (and still is) to big for me. When the ergonomics of mirrorless cameras will be the same as DSLR's. For me mirrorless is also "button less".
Face detection also works in Viewfinder mode. Check custom-setting b4.
This is not af face detection, but matrix metering face detection: if there are faces in the picture, the exposure will be set on correctly exposing them. But af face detection does exist in af group area mode with af-s, the camera will focus on the eyes in faces automatically.
The Z50 compared to the M6 Mk2 feels soooo much better in the hand. The M6 Mk2 feels like holding my old point and shoot while the Z50 feels like gripping a thin and light DSLR.
As an M6 Mark II owner, I can agree with you. But I believe the EF-M cameras are focused on small size/weight and using native lenses. But as soon as you adapt lenses...it's a bit of a mess. The M6 Mark II has a slightly deeper grip than the original too! Haha
@@kevindiossi imo Canon should just focus on the RF mount for their mirrorless system. Yes the RF mount would look comically big on a compact APS-C body (see: E mount and Z mount on APS-C), but it simplifies things quite a lot when it comes to lens choices.
Nikon, the last one to move to mirrorless avoided all the mistakes everyone else made. I have the z6, which I also had an a73 to test, and kept the z6. Canon having two mounts is terrible, I just ordered a z50 as a backup to my z6 for weddings. The single mount is the main factor, and why I looked at Sony. But Sony designs the worst feeling cameras, the a6600 feels like a point and shoot.
It’s 2022 and even though websites are listing d7500 on sale, when you go into stores it’s getting hard to see them in stock. One small specialist store doesn’t even stock dslr bodies. It was all mirrorless. But when I looked the new lens are crazy expensive.
Yes was in 2 minds about going from a d5500 to a d7500 or the z50 but the battery life is not as much and I have heard there may be no sensor cleaner on the z50 has put me off a bit if is true. Unfortunately is still a trade off between if want a smaller camera or more battery life and other features like weather sealing .( I thought the z50 had weather sealing but looks like I may be wrong).
Going from a d330p to the z50 after researching a ton of stuff between the z50 and the d7500. What ultimately sold me was I could get a package with 2 of the kit lenses and the FTZ adapter for the same price as the d7500 with 1 lens.
Great video - thanks! The specs for the Z50 show the lower operating limit is 0 degreesC or 32 degrees F. Looks like you were out in temps below that level. Did you experience any problems using it below the freezing point?
Great comparison. I am looking at these two cameras and am having a difficult time deciding.
Both are good cameras. Personally I prefer the D7500 overall. Battery life is important to me, and the ergonomics works better for me. Plus I don't need an adaptor to use all my lenses.
I think mirrorless cameras is the future for sure, but in this price range they still has some way to go before I will go all in on them. Maybe in five years or so.
Hi! Thank you for your valuable comment for me. I also use a D7500. Unfortunately I can't get a good focal point for my ever running granddaughter. I have found that the face focus is only available in live mode in viewfinder "EVF" not in. In live mode the face detection is quite random i.e. rarely works well. How do you see this issue?
Was wondering what you used to shoot this video? Thanks
This is a well produced video, wow! I thought I was watching a Netflix movie...🎥
A Z70 would be nice with better weather sealing, IBIS and 2 card slots.
Solid looking camera though. I love how compact and rugged it looks. That grip looks perfect.
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Z70? Are we watching the same video?
Rahz Lave z70 is the rumoured flagship Apsc mirrorless camera. It’s rumoured to have the features Gamal Saleh mentioned
Gamal Saleh 2 card slots will make the camera bigger. The whole idea behind this camera is compact.
@@maeu59 Barely...
The X-T3 is 539g. 133 x 93 x 59 mm VS 397g. 127 x 94 x 60 mm for the z50
Sure, the X-T3 is 5oz heavier but it does have that extra card slot a few more dials and most likely better built and weather sealing. On the actual size, it's only bigger in the width by 6 mm, smaller in all other aspects including the depth which is where 2 card slots would make it ''bigger'' So.... Nope, barely irrelevant.
Another advantage of the Z50 is that it can work better with some third party lenses such as Sigma because they work better with phase detection rather than the Nikon's propriety focus algorithms.
Would be more interesting comparing the Z-50 to the Fujifilm (such as X-T3) and the new Sony.
How big is the viewfinder compared to say the Z6 or the Fuji X-T2 / X-T20?
Will my Nikon SB 900 speed light work fully on these new mirrorless Nikons ?
Dave and Ev, can you re-review the Z50 with the new firmware that was released a few weeks ago?
0:30 I dont know why but really love the view in this part
Thanks for sharing your valuable observation.
Which camera is good 🤔
Fun review thanks. I guess no wildlife showed up? Just wondering if Z50 would be useful as an occasional wildlife shooting/travel body?
It's nice to watch a review that is unbiased, unlike so many these days that are put out by people who profess to know photos. I'm not in the market for a Z50 (do Pentax know they stole the name?), but it looks like a decent camera. I am not unaware of the advantages that mirrorless cameras have (I use both DSLRs and MILCs), but I think some of the features are overrated, like exposure preview. I tend to trust my camera's meter. Others, like focus peaking, are very useful when using manual focus lenses. YMMV. Overall, I prefer using DSLRs, but as I get older, I am coming around to the lighter bodies, which usually means a mirrorless if I am sticking to full frame cameras.
I enjoy this tutorial. Please allow me to ask: How to get Z50 continues powered while in use (for video streaming)? Thank you.
When will the Z50 II come out? I've been waiting all summer after hearing rumors.
Hi, liked the video. could u please tell me if the nikon AF-S DX 35mm f1.8 lens is suitable with z50 through ftz mount? Also is it better to buy 35mm or 50mm ?
I have a Nikon D 7100 and 2 DX lens 1 D lens and a Tamron 16-300 mm lens. In the D 7500 I wish they had a fully articulating screen. I am not sure my lens would work on the new mirrorless cameras. The Z 50 with two lens at about $1300.00 doesn't sound bad. It is new . So I will wait to see any flaws or upgrades to it. Nikon had a D 600 with problems, replaced with a D 610. My 7100. Sure I would love to upgrade but to what and will the new camera use my lens.
I have to say that this is a very enjoyable video to watch. The presentation. location and the beautiful photos you two captured are top notch. Reminds me that the camera is not nearly as important as the environment, technique and vision involved. Encourages us to go enjoy a new place and practice.
Thank you for the great comment.
Surprisingly very entertaing & informative too , a lively chat in charming backgrond. Thank you
i've a nikon d7100, thinking upgrading or switching to canon!
So just wondering if Nikon made the Z 50 with a F mount, that people would still complain probably even more that it isn't a Z mount. I'll take native glass over adapted any day and the Z lenses are better than the F mount lenses optically. They're quieter and lighter.
Good review. Phase detect auto focus is a must have, but what was the other, better, entry level camera referred to?
Actually, this is the comparison I was looking for, since I was stuck trying to decide between either of these very cameras. I own a D5200, but would like to have a second body so that I would not need to change lenses so often. First I thought about the D7500, but perhaps with an adapter for DX lenses, the Z50 pays off? Since image quality is almost the same (given the equal sensor size), as long as you can use DX lenses on the Z50, you'll have a pretty significant weight cut, right? Or does the body + adapter + lens make the Z50 no lighter than the D7500?
Thanks for your comment, Your decision is going to be less about the weight difference and more about the function. DSLR or is this the time to try going Mirrorless. Either way a second body is always nice to have! Hope this helps.
Could someone tell me which one has a better follow-up approach? ...Thank you
Just picked up the Z50 2 lens kit today and must say I love it already. I have Nikon crop sensor cameras, D80, D5500 & D7200 so this Z50 was an easy choice since I have Nikon glass in the inventory. Shot a few pics with it right away and I must say I am impressed with the picture sharpness. Thanks for a great video guys!
That ridiculous drop down screen and Z mount rather than F mount is a deal killer for me. Was looking forward to this camera coming and would have been my transition from D7200 to mirrorless. Nikon really fell short with this APS-C camera. Pretty disappointing.
@@CK-cp7bb firstly in regards to the Z mount the adapter very is expensive. The mount opening is also huge which is not necessary on a crop sensor. Not sure how you think an F mount on a DSLR can make it bulky. There's also a huge selection of F mount lenses and for loyal Nikon users can mean thousands of dollars tied up in glass. Secondly the in regards to the LCD, the idea of it is to see the display when you're in front of the camera. Tell me how you can see the display when the camera is on a tripod? Why didn't they make the screen pop out to the side like the other brands? That's the deal killer for me personally and it maybe for many vloggers too. Then for others it may not be an issue at all. It's all up to the individual. Finally, I feel its a rushed product that they hurried out before Christmas to compete with the other brands. For me, I'm very disappointed as I had been looking forward to Nikons crop sensor mirrorless since they announced it. I still hold up hopes for Gen 2. Maybe if they sort out the LCD display, I may consider the adapter providing there's no compatibility and focusing speed issues.
Canmore area looks absolutely gorgeous in the late fall with that fresh snowfall. A great place to make a comparison video
I love how nikon z50 looks.
The body is really nicely designed. It feels great too. You should really get one in your hands at your local camera store.
Looks are the most important factor in selecting a camera.
Too small
@@larrysmith6797 No they aren't! Then again, trolling you is what you might be doing.
GREAT comparo video...just what I was looking for in trying to decide whether I should stay with my D7500 or switch to a Z50...NICELY done!
Couple of questions:
-I can't get my hands on a Z50 locally where I live to "try it on for size". Dave, with you having the larger hands, did the Z50 feel "cramped" to you as opposed to the D7500? Any issues using the
controls with your right hand?
-In your individual opinions...is switching from a D7500 to a Z50 a step "up", a step "down" or simply a "lateral" movement?
-I'd assume that having a lighter camera is a pleasure when packing it around. With an 18-300mm lens on the D7500, it's a LOAD!
-What were your impressions of the "kit" lenses...the 16-50mm and the 50-250? Overall, the reviews seem to be rather enthusiastic as far as sharpness, optical aberration and vignetting. Was that
your experience as well?
-Not to get into the whole full-frame vs. crop sensor (APS-C) debate, but...since the D7500 is an APS-C camera, stick with that format and go Z50, or consider a move up to a full-frame like a Z5 or
better?
Thanks! Keep up the great work! 😃
Hi and thanks for the comments. I do like the ergonomics of both camera's however the Z50 is certainly smaller and lighter and more of a lateral'ish move as well. With regards to sensors what subject matter you shoot comes into play in making a decision. Generally crop is great for reach, think wildlife for example, with full frame for more wide angle options and generally better high ISO and DOF. I do like the direction that Nikon is going with it's mirrorless cameras and lens options so you can't really go wrong.
Hello! Thank you for the video! What do you shoot your videos with?
Great review and comparison ! Well done. Evelyn and Dave you are fantastic !
For a new user in photography, I highly recommend a mirrorless. Seeing the actual result is a huge benefit especially when understanding aperture, shutter speed and ISO. A mirrorless means one is more likely to get out of Auto mode, where most beginners with entry DSLRs reside. Also the small size means one is more likely to bring it along.
I don't... I do believe that a DSLR will force the photographer to learn more about the technical side than a full auto mirrorless that hands over everything to him/her. Actually I take it a step further... if you are a beginner, buy the two lens kit from Nikon D3500 or Canon T7(and save a TON of money in the process)... use it learn how to maximize this kit and THEN tell me that you are going to upgrade... by the time the last statement is said, there is an educated decision, with the whys in place to do the upgrade or even that you found out that you don't need to upgrade at all and feel perfectly comfortable with the kit as is.
This is like handling a Sports car to a kid... of course he will drive it ... of course, he can kinda drive it fast but the control of an experienced sports car driver that will be able to extract the most performance out of the car... the kid will not have until much much much later...
D7500 All the way
Hi there. You mentioned that there are other mirrorless camaras which get some advantage over this nikon z50, I am planning to buy a camera for me and I prefer one with weather sealing, so can you recommend one?
Great video! What microphone do you use to record this? It sounds very good!
I'm searching a few days for a new camera. I lost my Sony Alpha 6000 and my Alpha65 on my last fire in my house. I love a DSLR Camera system but I'm also like the DSLM system. I shoot photos on festivals and I read the D7500 have great high ISO perfomance with less noise then the Sony Alpha 600. My own question is, should I buy a new Sony Alpha 6x00 or switch to Nikon D7500 or maybe the Z50?
Interesting review. What is the camera for recording this video?
Nice video ❤️ thank you very much.
But one qzestion, which mirrorles camera would you recommend for one who just start with photography. We want to make landscapes, flowers and Portraits.
At the moment we think about to buy a nikon z50.
Thank you very much
You guys pick better locations than Jordan and Chris ;-)
An excellent comparison and great photos on both cameras. Thanks.
What camera is used to actually shoot the video because the whole background is moving all over the place in certain shots.
Multiple exposure --- Is it in the Nikon Z50 or not?
Your videos are getting better and better. Nice comparison.
However, I wonder why does Nikon now have three lens types in your opinion? They have the "old" F-mount and the "new" Z-mount. For me, these are two types. The advantage of the Z50s Z-Mount is, that you can use the Z-lenses of the Z6 and Z7. For example the Z 50mm f / 1.8 for portraits.
And it's not true, that both cameras have a 1.5 crop in the video. That's only true in the case if you put a full-frame lens on the cameras. With the DX lenses, the Z50 has no Crop but a full-sensor readout.
But otherwise a nice video :)
Actually, there are 4 lens types. The f mount dx and FX, and the z mount FX and dx (of those yet only 2 at the moment). Both camera's have native 1.5 crop in the sensor that effect both stills and video. In 4k video mode, D7500 adds another 1. 5 crop into that, so becoming 2.25, making a 10mm lens look like 22.5 mm. Z50 uses the full (cropped) sensor width in 4k video, so the 16mm of the DX kitlens looks like 24mm.
I ordered my nikon z50 with ftz adapter and can't wait to arrive to test it with sigma 18-35. I want to see how much of a jump in performance it will be from my old d7100
I think you will be very impressed.
the micro-adjustment alone is going to put a smile in your face... plus the fact that it creates a profile and stores it... next time you slap the lens it loads it and the pairing is SEAMLESS (not like my Nikon D7200) which is a nightmare you can't go off the center focus point because it won't work...
hmmm ... I mean, I hope you understand that performance-wise you already have a kickass setup with the D7100 and a Sigma Art 18-35 and image-wise you are going to have to pixel peep your eyeballs out to see the difference. Now that said if your work is fast ... like events, parties, fast-paced stuff ... like the wedding games... then mayyybe yes, there is an execution difference, but image quality wise... nope.
@@FrankNazario So z50 is better than d7200?
@@FrankNazario considering weddings and other fast paced work i struggle usually with the autofocus in low light with my d7200. Would it be a good switch if i get a z50?
What camera did you use for taking this video? Awesome quality. Thanks!
Great comparison! I am considering switching from 7500 to Z50, did you get a chance to test the Z50 with older lenses and FTZ adapater?
Z50 will not focus with Af-d lenses or older. See ken rockwell for complete lens compatibility overview.
I just got the D7500 and I have been laboring over the settings menu most of the day. I've upgraded from D3300 and it's a "huge" learning curve. I really hate the color on the monitor info screen. How can I change that?
Have been a Nikon DX user since the D70 and have not been tempted by the FX lure so when the Z50 was announced I got excited. I wanted to embrace all those new tech in the mirrorless world and keep them compact and light for my 70 year old hands, but guess what? I just found out that Nikon crippled it by omitting focus shift, a really cool function that found in the Z6/7. Now I may be forced towards the Z6 or Z5?
question guys, the same lens from d7500 can be use on the z50?
You as long as you have the FTZ (F mount to Z mount) adapter.
The chemistry is certainly getting better. Only early November and it's snowing up there!
UPDATE: Guys I just did the latest firmware update for the Nikon D7200 (dated 2018, yeah I know sorry) and the gremlins that have been affecting the D7200 and the Sigma art 18-35 based on my appreciation are GONE!! the autofocus feels MUCH faster and accurate and in Video the difference is even more dramatic ... so if you have a D7200 and a Sigma art 18-35 and are NOt happy with the performance do the firmware upgrade you will be very very pleased with the end result and definitively will be VERY hard-pressed to find a justification to upgrade. The Z50 is a beautiful body but the D7200 is an absolute beast in image quality reliability and now with this firmware upgrade its amazing!!!
The audio was crispy, what set up was used to record it?
We used RODE mic packs with lapel mics stuck to us with sticky pads as usual. But, we lucked out like crazy with no wind or background noise so it was easy to balance levels.
@@TheCameraStoreTV I thought Dave sounded a little far off sometimes.
Great videos, I love you guys that speak so naturally. Excellent work and review. I'm thinking getting Z50.
will get the Z50 in the next days, might be a good addition to the Z6 and D500 that I own. Both of them are relatively heavy, so was looking for a smaller camera. Having the FTZ adapter still, allows to use both FX and DX lenses that I collected over the years (incl. a 150-600), as mounting the Z lenses that I got for the Z6 still. Hoping for a real light weight set, that can replace the others on single day hiking tours, where weight is a painpoint.
Honestly you both farther and daughter are great at reviewing keep it up I'm thinking of going with the 90D
We're not related. But, thanks. :)
u choose nikon 90d or you mean you'll change your d90?
@@TheCameraStoreTV Your not my bad sorry
@@romualdb5968 I'm going with the Canon 90D
Been awhile since this video. In the market for either of these cameras. Last camera I bought and still have is the Nikon D50. It is the only DSLR I have ever owned. Just retired and want to improve my photography skills. Do you guys still favor the Z50 (11 months later)?
Wait for a little while should they release a second iteration of the Z50.
I'm still waiting for a full review of the 16-50 lens. I know it's slow, but I love pancake lenses. I think I might buy one to use on my Z7.
It is a dx lens. Will it not vignet on the Z7?
@@paulmetdebbie447 yes it will.
If Nikon does it like Sony then the camera switches to a crop mode. That's also a way to reduce file size with high resolution sensors when you don't always need that high resolution.
What camera are u using to shoot the video ?
D7500 all day. Lens availability alone makes it a winner. When you can buy decent lens (70-300, f1.8 35, 18-55 kit lens) all 3 for under $350 that is incredible value. You need to spend $900+ on any Mirrorless cameras to get comparable 70-300 telephoto lens.
I love your guys work ,keep up the good job,greetings from Oklahoma City !!!
Thanks for the great vid guys! I got a question tho, which one is better for ergonomics?(for a person with huge hands) I'm not too bothered about the weight
Does this mirror less camera supports nikon DX 17 - 55mm lens and sb900 flash?
With the adapter it will support the 17-55.
@@ronshaw80 name of that adapter please and what about flash
@@InnerLifePhotography Its the FTZ adapter. The same one used with the Z6 and Z7 to adapt from the Z mount to the F mount. I'm not sure about the flash, but I bet its still usable.
Nikon d7500 any day
I read that the z50 did have weather sealing? How many shots does can you take before the buffer is full?
Also how many shots can you get out of one charge? The z6/z7 got a lot more than what they’re rated for.
I can confirm that there is no weather sealing on the bottom at all where the battery door is. You can see rubber on the battery door of the D7500. Our rep said they don't have a specific weather sealing rating in the gaskets and that the D7500 is more rugged overall. You almost always get more out of your battery than CIPA rates them for. I got over 500 shots out of my battery with some short video clips. CIPA is 320 shots.
TheCameraStoreTV thanks for the reply. I was sold on this but that info on the weather sealing I’m not sure now
Z50 buffer 24 jpeg /16 raw. D7500 100 JPEG/50 raw.