You’ve totally done justice with what the nikon Z50 is capable of. Many youtubers out there dive into the technicalities and the shortcomings of this camera without actually using it on its full potential. Great work man 🙌🏻
You are a great photographer and videographer. The shots you took with z50 is remarkable. Your review is one of the most complete reviews of this camera. Subbed for life.
Recently bought this excellent camera kit and also blown away at handling, quality and versatility. Love your real world review which has opened numerous possibilities on how I can get much more from this camera. Hope Nikon reward you well for showcasing the Z50 so beautifully
Really appreciate you sharing your thoughts on the camera and your feedback on the video. I'm so pleased you enjoyed it and got so much out of it as a Z50 user yourself, thanks again! :)
This is one of the best Z50 review 👍🏻 . Currently I'm using D750 as my main workhorse. Previously I owned D700 as my main camera and later it became my backup after I purchased the D750. I'm shooting mostly corporate portfolio, event coverage and travel. Now, I'm thinking should I get the Z50 as my backup and main camera for travel ? At first I have doubt with the kit lens, but after testing it recently I'm totally amazed by its quality and the color totally awesome
I have the Z50 and I love it! I have the D7500 as well, but I mainly use the Z50 as it’s light and fun to use. I love the Z lenses too. A fantastic camera - and a great video!!
Interesting overview Andrew. As a Canon shooter, I bought the M50 as a travel camera and to slip in in the pocket to avoid taking out the 5d iv all the time, so you it was good to hear your thoughts on a similar camera. Images were impressive. Would agree, looks a good purchase for multi uses 👍
That's Geoffrey, it was a beautiful evening down of the beach, the light seemed to last for ages. I was impressed with the quality of the slo-mo footage out of the Z 50
Finally, a review that says everything with also examples to show rather than just talking, and not to extensive on technicality... if ever this will be my first flip screen nikon
This video shows how a review should look like it has everything, photography, videography, timelapses, slowmo, vlogging, the wildlife photography everything every photo you took with this camera is amazing you are great dude😇suscribed your chanel after this video ☺️📷
If i had the money I would buy the Z50 as a step up from my 7100 as I don't need a ff camera. I tried it out at a local camer shop and it just felt so good in my hand and the buttons were where they should be. Who knows maybe next year I will have the money to upgrade
Interesting camera. Certainly not on my list but great info to share with others. I always get asked for camera recommendations and this is one I can recommend to the right person based on your review. Thanks Andrew.
Hey Miguel, as photographers that's often the question we get asked the most. This is a great camera for anyone getting into photography, I'v actually recommended it to two of my colleagues already.
The Z50 seems to have a lot of (latitude) meaning it has very good high light and shadow detail while blogging, better than any camera I've seen used so far. But at the same time it portrays skin tones unusually to me; perhaps lighten then I'm used to. The sharpness of the camera is unmatched, perhaps even "too sharp", and I wonder how "they" do that; maybe in the operational software, the (Exceed 6)? system. If that's the case I wonder if the program can be replaced with like the (D850's). Thanks Andrew for keeping us up-to-date, and great picture taking.
Thanks Robert for watching and sharing your thoughts. Yeah, I was impressed with the dynamic range. I was capturing the footage with a relatively flat profile so to get the maximum range as I knew I was going to be recording in some harsh Perth sunlight. Note, the skin tones could be due to my colour grading. There are settings to adjust the sharpening, but I left them at the default. Keep in mind the TH-cam compression that might be occurring :) Cheers mate!
Expeed 6 is not software, but a system on chip cpu and other processing units in one chip. Its the actual brain of the camera doing all the tasks after the sensor builds image data.
A very informative and professionally presented video. I shoot with the Z6, mainly hybrid nature shooting, and I’m looking for a lightweight backup camera that my partner can also use. I also like the idea of having a lighter weight option to my Z6 to keep in my pocket. Having seen your video I think the Z50 ticks all my boxes. I consider the Z system to be outstanding and it will only get better as more lenses are released together with new camera bodies
Thanks Tim for leaving a comment and sharing your thoughts. I think the Z50 would serve as a great second/backup camera due to it's size and quality construction and obvious the quality of the image you can get out of the camera. I also think the Z system is outstanding and its potential has not yet been realised by the wider community.
What a powerful review. Indeed you are a professional "reviewee" I really like when you show every segment captured using nikon z50 and segments not captured using nikon z50. It makes yours better than all. That has made me to press thumb up and subscribed to your channell. ❤❤❤
My last upgrade was from my D90 to D500 years ago. I'm no longer upgrading to newer models. My niece whom I loaned my old but still good D90 to introduce her to DSLR photography made me see the light. She said as she fidgeted on the controls why should anyone make bulky things that only take photos. This got me thinking. She owns an apple iphone and I guess she prefers taking photos with it. I recently got the latest model and it takes superb photos. And sometimes I can't tell what took which in my PC if not for the exifs. Mobile phone imaging has improved quite a lot more than DSLRs that only brag larger pixels and larger files but image quality is not that far off.
To each their own. I use my mobile camera all the time, but personally if the quality of the image mattered to me, I shoot it with a DSLR or mirrorless any day.
Thanks for the review with example of both stills and video. Spotted the Z50 in the camera store last week (picking my d810 up from the shop) and thought it would be a great second/backup and vlog setup. Seeing your review helped confirm the all around quality desired.
Thanks for that Michael, did you get a chance to pick one up. I like the how the camera feel small, solid, good in the hand yet light...perfect for vlogging and the quality of the footage is fantastic.
Esta cámara ya es un clásico!!!!! Fantástica Review!!!!! Sería muy bueno ver un vídeo similar con la Z5 y las recientes actualizaciones de ambas Nikon.
Is it good for landscape ? Want something that is not cumbersome and heavy to take with on my hikes. Read somewhere that some compact point and shoots are better for landscapes so I am not really sure. Great video by the way.
I am using Nikon D7200 with Nikkor 200-500mm lens. I shoot mainly wildlife. Recently I am doing a bit of vlogging also. I also have 5 other DX lenses. I am considering to buy Z50. I am mainly concerned with the autofocus. Is it as good as 7200 for still shooting. Your video is nice but it would be better if you could tell us about tracking a bird or something for still shooting. Do you recommend Z50 for my case?
Hey Greg, hope you are well mate! I suppose you could call it 'Bee-Roll' 😂. I was impressed with the 120 slow-mo that the Z 50 captured. I used the M50 and the Z 50 is definitely a step above.
My E-30 has a side-flip display, and it tilts both up and down. I have no problem with waist-levle shooting, nor holding over my head, and the tripod never gets in the way. It's not heavy, nor does it unbalance the camera (the E-30 is a monster, though, so maybe that helps). Another benefit of this is that I can flip the screen around, and place it against the body to protect it when not in use. I wish every manufacturer would offer this option. :-) That's my perspective. Other than that, this camera is a temptation away from 4:3 and m4:3 for me.
@@Andrew_marr Thanks Andrew...yeah...it's a shock in Sydney at the minute..Hasn't stopped me photographing the wildlife but you can taste the smoke..Take care mate.
@Coo Koo Oh. OK. My choice would be the Z5 simply because it has all of the features or at least most of the features the higher end models have and it will give you better image quality overall.
@Coo Koo If you do want to eventually get into professional photography, I would certainly recommend a real camera instead of a camera phone. Image quality has improved greatly with modern smart phones but they still cannot compete with the image quality of a camera with a much larger sensor like in the Z 50 or Z 5. There are a variety of reasons why learning to use a regular camera would be beneficial if you eventually want to get into professional photography. You will eventually need a high-quality camera anyway. If you have the money and you like the Z5, I would buy the Z5 kit with the 24 to 200 mm lens and maybe also the 50 mm F1.8 lines. That would give you a great start and a very flexible system, but admittedly the zoom lens will not be as good in the dark because of the variable aperture when you zoom compared to a fixed aperture zoom lens or a fixed temperature single focal length winds like a 50 mm or 35 mm. Optical quality will also be better on the prime lens is like the 35, 85 and 50 mm lenses. Also if you want to get into a professional photography it would be highly recommended to learn how to use flash like off-camera flash or even a flash unit mounted to the camera. That’s another advantage of using a real camera instead of using a smart phone.
@Coo Koo Honestly, given your experience level and what your goals are, it might be a better choice to buy the Z 50 with both lenses and that turns out to still be cheaper than the Fuji or the full frame Nikon. The 50 mm is a great general purpose lens but I find it to be a little too tight if you want to shoot indoors or get wide views of landscapes. For a general purpose lens I would probably recommend a 35 mm instead of 50. I have the 35 mm F1.8 lens from Nikon and you can focus very closely with it and also get wider views but it’s still not as good as a 24 mm focal length for certain indoor shots or where the space is limited and you need a wider view. So in that case maybe again the Z 50 with the two lens kit makes sense. This is Z 50 gallery if you haven’t seen it yet. www.thephotographyhobbyist.com/CAMERAGEAR/Nikon-Z50-Gallery
It is the same sensor that is in the D500. I wonder if it has the same crop on top of crop factor in 4K? The D500 also has a tendency to clip highlights too.
Hi Dennis, thanks for sharing your thoughts. One of the impressive things about the Z 50 is the 4k video is with no cropping and dynamic range is great. Which could be down to the new processor.
Hi Andrew. Loving the vids and have subbed. I am a hill walker and looking to buy my first real camera to take short videos along with landscape and wildlife photographs. Given that they are roughly the same size, would you recommend the Nikon Z50 with the two kit lenses, or shelling out the extra on a Fuji XT-3 as being the best for my needs. I would really appreciate your expert opinions and thoughts. Many thanks and all the best, Andy.
Hi Andrew, good to see you again. Have you tried the Z50 with any of your FX F-mount lenses? Like you, I have a range of good Nikon glass and whilst I get the benefit of the bigger Z-mount, I would have to use my F-mount lenses for a while. Do they vignette like using DX on FX?
Hey Steve, great to hear from you mate. I haven't tried any of my FX lenses at I don't currently have a FTZ adapter. Having said that, you're not going to get Vignetting as the sensor is smaller. It's when you put lenses build for cropped sensors on a camera with a Full Frame sensor that you get issues, cheers Andrew
I have this camera and i noticed thet 4k quality is much better then full hd. Full hd looks like a cell phone to me in this camera but 4k looks fantastic
Very nice presentation! Did you apply any pros-processing to the movies you filmed with Z50? Or the camera is good enough in order to obtain fine movies straight out the camera, (with eventually some settings applied into the camera itself) ?
Awesome review Andrew. I'd be all over this camera for video if the flip screen wasn't so darn awkward. I do like your work around however. As a Nikon Z6 shooter I can see so many similarities and they would match very well.
Cheers Richard, it again goes to prove that everything can be fix with a trip to Bunnings. It's amazing what they've packed into this little unit, it's a Swiss army knife for vloggers and videographers, cheers mate! 👍
Have been using the d3300 for 6 years. Planning to migrate to the mirrorless. Will this be a boost for the gear , given d7500 is also in the same range
Thanks Joshua, appreciate the feedback. I have done a few editing videos. I'm possibly looking at doing some more over the summer here when the Landscape photography can be difficult.
Man, you ingeniosity killed me! Way to go! By the way, are you still with the nikon z50? I am thinking what is better for video of Car reviews.. nikon z50/ canon m6 mark ii/ canon rp or olympus maybe omd mark iii
Thank you, great video! Watched many many reviews over the past months and this was the best for the Z50! You mentioned in a comment that you use the X-T3. Are there significant disadvantages of the Z50 compared to the Fuji? Considering the Z50 as my new camera for landscape photography with a lot of hiking (I 98% of the time shoot at higher F-stops) because of its compact size. My other option would be a bigger more expensive Z6 or Fuji X-H1.
Hi Patrick, glad you enjoyed this review mate. The Z50 would be great for landscapes but I'd be tempted to look at the the new rumoured Z5 that about to come out. If the rumoured specs are anything to go on it'll be a great compared size and it's full frame, and fantastic combination! 😊
@@Andrew_marr thank you for your answer! yes, read about the Z5 yesterday on Nikonrumors. But I thik I'll try a used Fuji before to see if I like it :)
@Coo Koo I first bought a X-H1, wasn't 100 % happy and now bought a Z6 when I saw it for a great price :) I would prefer the Z6 over the Z5 because it has much better video capabilities.
@Coo Koo the best is Z5 but when you buy more full frame lenses for that camera it will cost a lot. 2nd best is x-s10 Z50 is also great but there aren't many lenses available at the moment. It will probably help a lot if you try them in a camera store ;)
I've heard one reviewer said although it seemingly has the same sensor as the D500, it's not a D500 replacement. The AF system is not on par with the D500.
Just tested one last night and I like it. Not sure how the evf lag will keep up with fast moving objects tho. Optical viewfinders are very fluid as you know and have very minimal blackout.
Thank you Andrew.. I am deciding between the Z50 and Fuji XT30..I already own a D7100 , so I am quite familiar with the menu system, which is a plus..the Fuji kit lens, which I've researched, is considered by many to be the best kit lens from any maker, so I am hesitating with the Z 16-50,, but from what I've seen from you and others images, it can do the job, so now leaning back towards familiar Nikon territory..thoughts ?...and thanks again !
@@laurencemoss8049 ..thanks for your reply buddy...I ended up getting the Z50 with the adapter for my existing Nikon lenses..it was a tough choice between Fujifilm and Nikon but the lenses that I already have will save me $...I didn't buy into the mirrorless hype but was looking for a small carry around town camera...btw..it's an addition to my D7100, definitely not a replacement..I love my D7100 ! thanks again
@@michalgalbavy6483 ..I think it's personal preference Michal...glad I got the Z50 with the adapter, and since you also have the 7100, you can use your existing lenses with the adapter..but after reading lots of reviews about the kit lenses, I was curious and pleasantly surprised ( except for the slow aperture)..it's a different camera from the 7100..not better, not worse, but that's a good thing..the d7100 is awesome..the Z50 is so much more fun to use though ! If you decide on the Z50, it feels just like the 7100, and the menu system is almost identical so no new learning curve..good luck !
Dan Ausec I have the D7100 and looking at the Z50 for its video features yet being able to use it with my existing lenses. Any feedback on how that is going for you?
Andrew , how does the Z50 IQ stack up to the XT3 which you've extensively reviewed in the past . I would be particularly interested in a comaprison of working with their respective RAW files . Many thanks
What lenses do you have (DX, FX)? What kind of photos do you normally shoot? If you have some DX lenses with VR the DX50 should be the logical upgrade. If you have some lenses and FX lenses, the Z6 could bring some advantages. In general fullframe should be a bit better in low light but the samples i have seen fom the Z50 look great. At the moment the third party supply for X-mount DX (lenses, batteries, grips) is poor. I'm in very similar situation to you and i will wait for a few months and see if Sigma, Tamron and Co. start to supply DX lenses for X-mount..
Thannk you for a great detail review of Z 50. I am willing to buy a camera for wildlife photography, specially for birding. Will Z50 be a good choice over D 7500 in this scenario? How the Nikkor 70-200 mm and 200-500 mm lenses will perform with FTZ adaptor in Z50? Is the focusing power of Z50 quite enough good for "bird or wild animal" tracking?
Thanks for your feedback. I have had the opportunity to use large lenses on the Z50. I'd highly recommend going into your local camera shop and trying out this combination, so you can feel it in the hand. You could also see what the focus speed is like.
I think they are the equivalent of each other, the d7500 just might pull ahead with resolution but the Z50 will be lighter. I'd suggest trying both out in a shop and get the one that feels better in your hands.
Hello Andrew... great video and beautiful pictures taken with the Z50... can you make a video of the Z50 using F mount lenses or Z mount full frame lenses... it will be really good to see how the camera performs with professional lenses
Both can give you the same bokeh and can work for portraits with the right lens. If you already have a main camera, stick with that system. Or else, get what you can afford, both systems are great, and cant go wrong with neither.
I am looking for recommendation for an external monitor, I ventured out of my comfort zone the other day by doing video...I was shooting an airshow and it was fun. but I was shooting video through the view finder, so I am looking for an external monitor. Any recommendation...I was looking at the atomos but I do not think its compatible??? I am not looking to record to the monitor but just to get a bigger screen to look at while shooting!! Thanks!
Great to find a YouTubing photographer in Aus. Love ya content, keep up the great work. Found this one while searching for reviews on the Nikon Z range as I am looking to upgrade from a D5600. Thanks again.
Cheers Glenn, always interesting to find out how people stumble across the channel. Glad you enjoy the content mate. I’m enjoying the Z range, there’s potentially going to be exciting things from Nikon with this series, cheers! 👍
Great video I wish if you add portrait because that landscape and bird 🐦 look ok even with any smart phone 📱 I do like big screen I wish that you make new video with this camera 📷 and some street photographery and portraits
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You’ve totally done justice with what the nikon Z50 is capable of. Many youtubers out there dive into the technicalities and the shortcomings of this camera without actually using it on its full potential. Great work man 🙌🏻
Finally a TH-cam that can actually produce good photographs/video with the gear he reviews.... you are good man!!
Best ever....
You are a great photographer and videographer. The shots you took with z50 is remarkable. Your review is one of the most complete reviews of this camera. Subbed for life.
Wow, thanks for that Divjot! So glad you enjoy the review and the images I was able to capture. I appreciate you sharing your kind words! 😀
Recently bought this excellent camera kit and also blown away at handling, quality and versatility. Love your real world review which has opened numerous possibilities on how I can get much more from this camera. Hope Nikon reward you well for showcasing the Z50 so beautifully
Really appreciate you sharing your thoughts on the camera and your feedback on the video. I'm so pleased you enjoyed it and got so much out of it as a Z50 user yourself, thanks again! :)
This is one of the best Z50 review 👍🏻 . Currently I'm using D750 as my main workhorse. Previously I owned D700 as my main camera and later it became my backup after I purchased the D750. I'm shooting mostly corporate portfolio, event coverage and travel. Now, I'm thinking should I get the Z50 as my backup and main camera for travel ? At first I have doubt with the kit lens, but after testing it recently I'm totally amazed by its quality and the color totally awesome
how did you go? happy with the z50 or did you go another way?
I have the Z50 and I love it!
I have the D7500 as well, but I mainly use the Z50 as it’s light and fun to use. I love the Z lenses too.
A fantastic camera - and a great video!!
Is Nikon z50 good camera?
The quality of those photos is spectacular.
📷😎👍
Interesting overview Andrew. As a Canon shooter, I bought the M50 as a travel camera and to slip in in the pocket to avoid taking out the 5d iv all the time, so you it was good to hear your thoughts on a similar camera. Images were impressive. Would agree, looks a good purchase for multi uses 👍
Stunning shots, gr8 review exactly what I was looking for, subscribed 👍🙏
Love the rock pool shot and the slow mo straight after it (@ 11:59). Fantastic.
That's Geoffrey, it was a beautiful evening down of the beach, the light seemed to last for ages. I was impressed with the quality of the slo-mo footage out of the Z 50
Thank you. Just getting into photography and vlogging and just purchased the Z50. Great video.
Finally, a review that says everything with also examples to show rather than just talking, and not to extensive on technicality... if ever this will be my first flip screen nikon
@Coo Koo I didn't buy a new camera yet since I bought a new phone 😅
@Coo Koo Still considering it. May I know why you'd ask? 😊
@Coo Koo I see. You have to look for a lot of cameras though, but if you already know what you want in a camera, then it's easier :)
great video, i agree the z50 is wonderful its amazing on my gimbal and stays there for all my cinema shoots
Thanks Joseph, I was blown away by the quality of the cinematic shots I was able to capture. lovely and smooth and colour grading was simple.
Update bro, both the gimbal n the z50 going good
Great field review, one of the best I've seen of the z50
Thanks 👍
This video shows how a review should look like it has everything, photography, videography, timelapses, slowmo, vlogging, the wildlife photography everything every photo you took with this camera is amazing you are great dude😇suscribed your chanel after this video ☺️📷
If i had the money I would buy the Z50 as a step up from my 7100 as I don't need a ff camera. I tried it out at a local camer shop and it just felt so good in my hand and the buttons were where they should be.
Who knows maybe next year I will have the money to upgrade
Cheers Andrew, I agree the camera is great in the hand, you can feel the quality. The quality of the images I captured reflected this, cheers Andrew
Interesting camera. Certainly not on my list but great info to share with others. I always get asked for camera recommendations and this is one I can recommend to the right person based on your review. Thanks Andrew.
Hey Miguel, as photographers that's often the question we get asked the most. This is a great camera for anyone getting into photography, I'v actually recommended it to two of my colleagues already.
The Z50 seems to have a lot of (latitude) meaning it has very good high light and shadow detail while blogging, better than any camera I've seen used so far. But at the same time it portrays skin tones unusually to me; perhaps lighten then I'm used to. The sharpness of the camera is unmatched, perhaps even "too sharp", and I wonder how "they" do that; maybe in the operational software, the (Exceed 6)? system. If that's the case I wonder if the program can be replaced with like the (D850's). Thanks Andrew for keeping us up-to-date, and great picture taking.
Thanks Robert for watching and sharing your thoughts. Yeah, I was impressed with the dynamic range. I was capturing the footage with a relatively flat profile so to get the maximum range as I knew I was going to be recording in some harsh Perth sunlight. Note, the skin tones could be due to my colour grading. There are settings to adjust the sharpening, but I left them at the default. Keep in mind the TH-cam compression that might be occurring :) Cheers mate!
@@Andrew_marr Thanks Andrew, I will keep that in mind. Please keep up the Good-Work.
Expeed 6 is not software, but a system on chip cpu and other processing units in one chip. Its the actual brain of the camera doing all the tasks after the sensor builds image data.
@@pilsplease7561 It's a program, software written in a microprocessor.
A very informative and professionally presented video. I shoot with the Z6, mainly hybrid nature shooting, and I’m looking for a lightweight backup camera that my partner can also use. I also like the idea of having a lighter weight option to my Z6 to keep in my pocket. Having seen your video I think the Z50 ticks all my boxes. I consider the Z system to be outstanding and it will only get better as more lenses are released together with new camera bodies
Thanks Tim for leaving a comment and sharing your thoughts. I think the Z50 would serve as a great second/backup camera due to it's size and quality construction and obvious the quality of the image you can get out of the camera. I also think the Z system is outstanding and its potential has not yet been realised by the wider community.
What a powerful review. Indeed you are a professional "reviewee" I really like when you show every segment captured using nikon z50 and segments not captured using nikon z50. It makes yours better than all. That has made me to press thumb up and subscribed to your channell. ❤❤❤
My last upgrade was from my D90 to D500 years ago. I'm no longer upgrading to newer models. My niece whom I loaned my old but still good D90 to introduce her to DSLR photography made me see the light. She said as she fidgeted on the controls why should anyone make bulky things that only take photos. This got me thinking. She owns an apple iphone and I guess she prefers taking photos with it. I recently got the latest model and it takes superb photos. And sometimes I can't tell what took which in my PC if not for the exifs. Mobile phone imaging has improved quite a lot more than DSLRs that only brag larger pixels and larger files but image quality is not that far off.
To each their own. I use my mobile camera all the time, but personally if the quality of the image mattered to me, I shoot it with a DSLR or mirrorless any day.
Thanks for the review with example of both stills and video. Spotted the Z50 in the camera store last week (picking my d810 up from the shop) and thought it would be a great second/backup and vlog setup. Seeing your review helped confirm the all around quality desired.
Thanks for that Michael, did you get a chance to pick one up. I like the how the camera feel small, solid, good in the hand yet light...perfect for vlogging and the quality of the footage is fantastic.
I have not, but also looking at the Z6 for hybrid use. I need to get my hands on both.
Esta cámara ya es un clásico!!!!! Fantástica Review!!!!! Sería muy bueno ver un vídeo similar con la Z5 y las recientes actualizaciones de ambas Nikon.
Is it good for landscape ? Want something that is not cumbersome and heavy to take with on my hikes. Read somewhere that some compact point and shoots are better for landscapes so I am not really sure. Great video by the way.
I use it for landscape and it works like a charm.
Very good photos and videos, you have a good eye. Thanks for interesting review
Thanks David, I like to do the review with more of the camera actually being used so it's about hands-on experience, thanks for your feedback!
I am using Nikon D7200 with Nikkor 200-500mm lens. I shoot mainly wildlife. Recently I am doing a bit of vlogging also. I also have 5 other DX lenses. I am considering to buy Z50. I am mainly concerned with the autofocus. Is it as good as 7200 for still shooting. Your video is nice but it would be better if you could tell us about tracking a bird or something for still shooting. Do you recommend Z50 for my case?
That Bee footage at 00:12 is amazing. The ergonomics is so important for these cameras. Is this camera sort of like the Canon M50...?
Hey Greg, hope you are well mate! I suppose you could call it 'Bee-Roll' 😂. I was impressed with the 120 slow-mo that the Z 50 captured. I used the M50 and the Z 50 is definitely a step above.
Great sunset photo. What ND filter were you using? Looking forward to getting a Z50.
Hello Andrew, I am planning to buy a camera but I dont know which one for videography use nikon Z50 or a6400 please help
My E-30 has a side-flip display, and it tilts both up and down. I have no problem with waist-levle shooting, nor holding over my head, and the tripod never gets in the way. It's not heavy, nor does it unbalance the camera (the E-30 is a monster, though, so maybe that helps). Another benefit of this is that I can flip the screen around, and place it against the body to protect it when not in use. I wish every manufacturer would offer this option. :-) That's my perspective. Other than that, this camera is a temptation away from 4:3 and m4:3 for me.
I love how u make reviews, so good and inspirational at some point
Cheers Taylor, I appreciate your feedback! :)
Cheers indeed, I've got this camera and I'm really happy so far 🤗
Hi Andrew. Where was this location? Looks very similar to where I grew up in South Australia.
Thanks for the review Andrew. You got some lovely footage and stills.
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the review, I appreciate the feedback! :)
You're looking good mate! Take care. Greg
Hey Greg, great to see you, thanks for watching mate! How is the heat and fires treating you?
@@Andrew_marr Thanks Andrew...yeah...it's a shock in Sydney at the minute..Hasn't stopped me photographing the wildlife but you can taste the smoke..Take care mate.
Great video Andrew. What about the low light performance of this camera?
My Z50 kit arrives today. Looking forward to it :-) I have the Z7 already and love it.
@Coo Koo Z50 :)
@Coo Koo Oh. OK. My choice would be the Z5 simply because it has all of the features or at least most of the features the higher end models have and it will give you better image quality overall.
@Coo Koo If you do want to eventually get into professional photography, I would certainly recommend a real camera instead of a camera phone. Image quality has improved greatly with modern smart phones but they still cannot compete with the image quality of a camera with a much larger sensor like in the Z 50 or Z 5. There are a variety of reasons why learning to use a regular camera would be beneficial if you eventually want to get into professional photography. You will eventually need a high-quality camera anyway. If you have the money and you like the Z5, I would buy the Z5 kit with the 24 to 200 mm lens and maybe also the 50 mm F1.8 lines. That would give you a great start and a very flexible system, but admittedly the zoom lens will not be as good in the dark because of the variable aperture when you zoom compared to a fixed aperture zoom lens or a fixed temperature single focal length winds like a 50 mm or 35 mm. Optical quality will also be better on the prime lens is like the 35, 85 and 50 mm lenses. Also if you want to get into a professional photography it would be highly recommended to learn how to use flash like off-camera flash or even a flash unit mounted to the camera. That’s another advantage of using a real camera instead of using a smart phone.
@Coo Koo Honestly, given your experience level and what your goals are, it might be a better choice to buy the Z 50 with both lenses and that turns out to still be cheaper than the Fuji or the full frame Nikon.
The 50 mm is a great general purpose lens but I find it to be a little too tight if you want to shoot indoors or get wide views of landscapes. For a general purpose lens I would probably recommend a 35 mm instead of 50. I have the 35 mm F1.8 lens from Nikon and you can focus very closely with it and also get wider views but it’s still not as good as a 24 mm focal length for certain indoor shots or where the space is limited and you need a wider view. So in that case maybe again the Z 50 with the two lens kit makes sense. This is Z 50 gallery if you haven’t seen it yet.
www.thephotographyhobbyist.com/CAMERAGEAR/Nikon-Z50-Gallery
Nice presentation! Mine arrives tomorrow!
It is the same sensor that is in the D500. I wonder if it has the same crop on top of crop factor in 4K? The D500 also has a tendency to clip highlights too.
The new processor allowed 4K with full sensor readout without crop up to 30FPS. It downsamples 6K to 4K.
Hi Dennis, thanks for sharing your thoughts. One of the impressive things about the Z 50 is the 4k video is with no cropping and dynamic range is great. Which could be down to the new processor.
Thanks for that, I agree!
Hi Andrew. Loving the vids and have subbed. I am a hill walker and looking to buy my first real camera to take short videos along with landscape and wildlife photographs. Given that they are roughly the same size, would you recommend the Nikon Z50 with the two kit lenses, or shelling out the extra on a Fuji XT-3 as being the best for my needs. I would really appreciate your expert opinions and thoughts. Many thanks and all the best, Andy.
Hi Andrew can I use the Z 50 with the normal Z lenses? I have the Z. I wonder if i can use this camera for wedding videos? Thanks
Very sharp and impressive video. Z50 is nice
Excellent video 😊!
Hi Andrew, good to see you again. Have you tried the Z50 with any of your FX F-mount lenses? Like you, I have a range of good Nikon glass and whilst I get the benefit of the bigger Z-mount, I would have to use my F-mount lenses for a while. Do they vignette like using DX on FX?
Hey Steve, great to hear from you mate. I haven't tried any of my FX lenses at I don't currently have a FTZ adapter. Having said that, you're not going to get Vignetting as the sensor is smaller. It's when you put lenses build for cropped sensors on a camera with a Full Frame sensor that you get issues, cheers Andrew
That makes sense. Would be interesting to see how they perform all the same.
Good review and presentation sir.
An excellent review. Thanks, Andrew.
Thanks very much Ken!👍
I have this camera and i noticed thet 4k quality is much better then full hd. Full hd looks like a cell phone to me in this camera but 4k looks fantastic
Thank you for your video i am watching from Jakarta Indonesia.
If the Z 50 is the only camera that you had, would you use it to do paid work, is it good enough?
Hi Andrew, I indeed adquired one + pancake + ftz. I wonder which quality lens should I buy for landscape and for street/reportage photo.
Very nice presentation! Did you apply any pros-processing to the movies you filmed with Z50? Or the camera is good enough in order to obtain fine movies straight out the camera, (with eventually some settings applied into the camera itself) ?
The colours are great straight out of camera. Depending on the style your after the footage colour grades easily.
@@Andrew_marrno post editing?! Wow!
Awesome review Andrew. I'd be all over this camera for video if the flip screen wasn't so darn awkward. I do like your work around however. As a Nikon Z6 shooter I can see so many similarities and they would match very well.
Cheers Richard, it again goes to prove that everything can be fix with a trip to Bunnings. It's amazing what they've packed into this little unit, it's a Swiss army knife for vloggers and videographers, cheers mate! 👍
@@Andrew_marr Thanks Andrew, yes I love the look of it.
Thanks for the review!
Have been using the d3300 for 6 years. Planning to migrate to the mirrorless. Will this be a boost for the gear , given d7500 is also in the same range
Great video, subscribed, I really like your editing, have you considered making photo editing tutorials?
Thanks Joshua, appreciate the feedback. I have done a few editing videos. I'm possibly looking at doing some more over the summer here when the Landscape photography can be difficult.
Man, you ingeniosity killed me! Way to go! By the way, are you still with the nikon z50? I am thinking what is better for video of Car reviews.. nikon z50/ canon m6 mark ii/ canon rp or olympus maybe omd mark iii
Thanks very much for kind words. I am indeed still using the Z50, mainly for video and blogging. But have taken it out for a few stills as well.
wow great tips thanks
Thank you, great video! Watched many many reviews over the past months and this was the best for the Z50!
You mentioned in a comment that you use the X-T3. Are there significant disadvantages of the Z50 compared to the Fuji?
Considering the Z50 as my new camera for landscape photography with a lot of hiking (I 98% of the time shoot at higher F-stops) because of its compact size. My other option would be a bigger more expensive Z6 or Fuji X-H1.
Hi Patrick, glad you enjoyed this review mate. The Z50 would be great for landscapes but I'd be tempted to look at the the new rumoured Z5 that about to come out. If the rumoured specs are anything to go on it'll be a great compared size and it's full frame, and fantastic combination! 😊
@@Andrew_marr thank you for your answer! yes, read about the Z5 yesterday on Nikonrumors. But I thik I'll try a used Fuji before to see if I like it :)
@Coo Koo I first bought a X-H1, wasn't 100 % happy and now bought a Z6 when I saw it for a great price :)
I would prefer the Z6 over the Z5 because it has much better video capabilities.
@Coo Koo Then it probably is better to buy an APS-C camera. Full frame lenses are very expensive.
Take a look at Z50 and Fuji X-S10 for example
@Coo Koo the best is Z5 but when you buy more full frame lenses for that camera it will cost a lot.
2nd best is x-s10
Z50 is also great but there aren't many lenses available at the moment.
It will probably help a lot if you try them in a camera store ;)
please see the comparison of high iso for nikon z50 vs nikon d7200, you will be surprised with the result
ok!
Good enough to be a sports action wildlife camera?
Thanks for you question, up to 11fps, yep good enough for me! The Z 50 also has a silent shooting mode!
I've heard one reviewer said although it seemingly has the same sensor as the D500, it's not a D500 replacement. The AF system is not on par with the D500.
Just tested one last night and I like it. Not sure how the evf lag will keep up with fast moving objects tho. Optical viewfinders are very fluid as you know and have very minimal blackout.
Thank you Andrew.. I am deciding between the Z50 and Fuji XT30..I already own a D7100 , so I am quite familiar with the menu system, which is a plus..the Fuji kit lens, which I've researched, is considered by many to be the best kit lens from any maker, so I am hesitating with the Z 16-50,, but from what I've seen from you and others images, it can do the job, so now leaning back towards familiar Nikon territory..thoughts ?...and thanks again !
@@laurencemoss8049 ..thanks for your reply buddy...I ended up getting the Z50 with the adapter for my existing Nikon lenses..it was a tough choice between Fujifilm and Nikon but the lenses that I already have will save me $...I didn't buy into the mirrorless hype but was looking for a small carry around town camera...btw..it's an addition to my D7100, definitely not a replacement..I love my D7100 ! thanks again
Dan Ausec How do you like your new Z50? Can you compare with D7100 pls? I have D7100 too and Z50 looks intersting, so does Fuji XT-30.
@@michalgalbavy6483 ..I think it's personal preference Michal...glad I got the Z50 with the adapter, and since you also have the 7100, you can use your existing lenses with the adapter..but after reading lots of reviews about the kit lenses, I was curious and pleasantly surprised ( except for the slow aperture)..it's a different camera from the 7100..not better, not worse, but that's a good thing..the d7100 is awesome..the Z50 is so much more fun to use though ! If you decide on the Z50, it feels just like the 7100, and the menu system is almost identical so no new learning curve..good luck !
Dan Ausec I have the D7100 and looking at the Z50 for its video features yet being able to use it with my existing lenses. Any feedback on how that is going for you?
@@dougscott188 ...sorry Doug..I don't do video so my opinion would be useless
You re a good explainer,love from India 🇮🇳❤️
I appreciate that Ray, thanks for the feedback! 😊
Nice relaxed review with some cool photos 👍
Great video!! Do any of the kit lenses 16-50 or the 50-250 lenses have macro capabilities? Thanks!
Thanks for the feedback, I don't believe they do!
is the image quality good enough for professional use?
Absolutely!
nice review, and beautiful pictures.
Thanks Ashiu, I appreciate you watching! 👍
Is video recording limited to 29 minutes? How is the auto-focus working for video? Is is it performing good at low light as its dslr brothers?
Andrew , how does the Z50 IQ stack up to the XT3 which you've extensively reviewed in the past . I would be particularly interested in a comaprison of working with their respective RAW files . Many thanks
I'd need some more time, but I was impressed with the quality of the images I captured from the Z 50 and I was rally pleased with the colours.
@@Andrew_marr thanks! Really enjoy the channel
Good review and excellent video new subscriber
Amazing video.. unfortunately.. it made my decision so much harder!!! Lol I’m stuck.. canon m50 ,canon m6 mkii, Nikon 7500 or this camera
Buy them all.
@BamaBoynCali - what did you end up buying?
Beautiful samples photos
Give tips nikon z50 background blure 4k video setings
Can Z50 do a live stream over WiFi? thanks
Would I regret upgrading to this instead of a Z6?
I have a 9 year old D5100 mind you.
What lenses do you have (DX, FX)? What kind of photos do you normally shoot?
If you have some DX lenses with VR the DX50 should be the logical upgrade.
If you have some lenses and FX lenses, the Z6 could bring some advantages.
In general fullframe should be a bit better in low light but the samples i have seen fom the Z50 look great.
At the moment the third party supply for X-mount DX (lenses, batteries, grips) is poor. I'm in very similar situation to you and i will wait for a few months and see if Sigma, Tamron and Co. start to supply DX lenses for X-mount..
6:01 those colors 😍 👌
Thannk you for a great detail review of Z 50. I am willing to buy a camera for wildlife photography, specially for birding. Will Z50 be a good choice over D 7500 in this scenario? How the Nikkor 70-200 mm and 200-500 mm lenses will perform with FTZ adaptor in Z50? Is the focusing power of Z50 quite enough good for "bird or wild animal" tracking?
Thanks for your feedback. I have had the opportunity to use large lenses on the Z50. I'd highly recommend going into your local camera shop and trying out this combination, so you can feel it in the hand. You could also see what the focus speed is like.
@@Andrew_marr thank you for your reply. I will try as per your guidance.
Sir which is a better camera in terms of image quality, auto focus and overall features between z50 and d7500?
I think they are the equivalent of each other, the d7500 just might pull ahead with resolution but the Z50 will be lighter. I'd suggest trying both out in a shop and get the one that feels better in your hands.
@@Andrew_marr thank you so much sir !
Hello Andrew... great video and beautiful pictures taken with the Z50... can you make a video of the Z50 using F mount lenses or Z mount full frame lenses... it will be really good to see how the camera performs with professional lenses
Thanks mate, really appreciate you leaving your comment. I don't currently have the FTZ adapter, but I'll see what I can do!
nice information
Which would you suggest the Nikon d7500 or Nikon Z50 for general everyday photography?
I believe they are pretty close in specs, I'd go the Z50, for size, ease of carrying around and it's new technology...mirrorless is the future! 😊
Nikon z50 just small version of Z6 but i little worried his lens very small & f stop variation
Hi, at the same price point of z50 which is the best latest camera for photography??
I use the Nikon Z50
Thanks for the video, it was very informative, just one question, which mic did you use for z50?
Thanks Roma, I used the Rode VideoMicro in this video, but I've since used the Rode Wireless Go with some great results.
What did you use to film the Z50 whilst reviewing it?
Thanks for your question, I used my X-T3 to capture the other footage.
Thanks
Can setting white balance with kelvin bro?
You can do :)
That is a very nifty camera it can fit in a coat pocket
Lovely review!
im looking to upgrade from a DSLR D3200, cant decide between the z50 or go all out on a z6
An interesting comparison, if you have the money, I'd go the Z6 (because of the full frame sensor).
Is this a good upgrade from a D5100? Or should I save up for a Z5/Z6
I'd go Full Frame if you can afford it! :)
Hi.. could you please suggest the best Nikon D7500 or Z50... In all perspective..
I'd go with the Z50, it's new tech and an awesome camera
@@Andrew_marr Thank you so much for your time and answer 👍🏻
Beautiful
Thanks so much! 👍
Is this weather sealed
should I buy used canon 6d mark 2 or z50 with adapter and 50 mm lens? I need bokeh and portrait photography
Both can give you the same bokeh and can work for portraits with the right lens. If you already have a main camera, stick with that system. Or else, get what you can afford, both systems are great, and cant go wrong with neither.
damn i really want this camera
I am looking for recommendation for an external monitor, I ventured out of my comfort zone the other day by doing video...I was shooting an airshow and it was fun. but I was shooting video through the view finder, so I am looking for an external monitor. Any recommendation...I was looking at the atomos but I do not think its compatible??? I am not looking to record to the monitor but just to get a bigger screen to look at while shooting!! Thanks!
I haven't tried, but I thought the Atmos were compatible, that might be just with the Z6 and Z7 though?
The z50 has image stabilization?
Sure does, Nikon call it VR, Vibration Reduction
Great to find a YouTubing photographer in Aus. Love ya content, keep up the great work. Found this one while searching for reviews on the Nikon Z range as I am looking to upgrade from a D5600. Thanks again.
Cheers Glenn, always interesting to find out how people stumble across the channel. Glad you enjoy the content mate. I’m enjoying the Z range, there’s potentially going to be exciting things from Nikon with this series, cheers! 👍
Great video I wish if you add portrait because that landscape and bird 🐦 look ok even with any smart phone 📱 I do like big screen I wish that you make new video with this camera 📷 and some street photographery and portraits
Hi does z50 have any overheating issues?
My Z50 has never had overheating issues!
Andrew Marr thanks for replying. I shall go with Z50 as my first camera
Hey! What photo settings do you run on the Z50?
Hey Brandon, I've included the settings I've used for each photo in the video, underneath the image.