Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Black 2024
Canon EOS M M50 Mark II Black 2019
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Black 2024
The Nikon Z5 II is overwhelmingly praised as a fantastic entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera that punches well above its price point. Users consistently highlight its excellent autofocus, impressive low-light performance, and comfortable ergonomics, making it a great upgrade from older DSLRs and the original Z5. While a few note minor drawbacks like the lack of a top LCD and a plastic build, the vast majority consider it an incredible value and a joy to use.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus performance
- Great low-light and high ISO capability
- Comfortable ergonomics and grip
- Excellent value for money
- Lightweight and compact body
Cons
- No top LCD screen
- Plastic build quality
- Limited video capabilities with crop
- No external battery charger included
- Slower buffer clearing with SD cards
Canon EOS M M50 Mark II Black 2019
The Canon M50 Mark II is a lightweight mirrorless camera with impressive features like Wi-Fi transfer and an articulated display, but opinions vary widely. Some users love it for being easy to use and portable, while one frustrated buyer couldn't connect it to a laptop via USB and felt disappointed. Common complaints include short battery life, a cropped 4K video mode, and a complex menu system for beginners, though many find it a solid value for the price.
Pros
- Lightweight and portable
- Wi-Fi image transfer
- Articulated touchscreen display
- Good for beginners
- Built-in viewfinder
Cons
- Short battery life
- Cropped 4K video mode
- No built-in flash for certain modes
- Complex menu for beginners
- Poor USB connectivity with laptops
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Z5 II Z5 II | Canon EOS M M50 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24.5 MP★ | 24.100000381469727 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | DIGIC 8 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 273 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 8.300000190734863 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | 24 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.62 kg | 0.13 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 380 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | — |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | Micro HDMI★ |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Black 2024
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Canon EOS M M50 Mark II Black 2019
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sensor (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average build (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (5th percentile)5th %ile
Pricing
Canon EOS M M50 Mark II Black 2019 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.
