Nikon Z Z50 II Black
An APS-C sensor paired with the versatile 18-140mm lens offers a broad zoom range in a remarkably lightweight 135g body, making it a standout for all-day carry. Its compact build and bundled lens provide an accessible entry point into the Nikon Z mirrorless ecosystem without the bulk. This camera is best for beginners and casual travel photographers who prioritize portability over advanced video or weather-sealed construction.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
- Below average build (2nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (20th percentile)
- Below average video (23rd percentile)
- Below average sensor (29th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Build
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.3 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon Z Z50 II | Fujifilm X-H2S | Sony a7R V | Canon EOS R6 Mark III | Panasonic Lumix S S5 II | OM System OM-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 26.2MP aps-c | 61MP full-frame | 32.5MP full-frame | 24.2MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 693 | 1053 | 779 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 40 | 10 | 40 | 30 | 10 |
| Video | - | 6K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 135 | 579 | 723 | 609 | 658 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon Z Z50 II | 35.7 | 39.6 | 2.1 | 33.3 | 23.3 | 28.8 | 46.5 | 29.6 | 20.3 | 32.7 | 35.6 |
| Fujifilm X-H2S Compare | 89.9 | 96.6 | 94.8 | 93.5 | 98 | 96.9 | 98.3 | 99.1 | 95.6 | 94.2 | 95.4 |
| Sony a7R V Compare | 94.8 | 98.9 | 97.2 | 78.6 | 96.1 | 76.6 | 94.2 | 87 | 95.6 | 97.9 | 98.5 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.9 | 90.3 | 95.2 | 93.5 | 98.6 | 64 | 97.3 | 99.1 | 95.6 | 94.2 | 99.6 |
| Panasonic Lumix S S5 II Compare | 97.8 | 90.5 | 96.2 | 91.5 | 94.5 | 54.6 | 92.2 | 99.4 | 95.6 | 94.2 | 88.6 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.2 | 97.7 | 85.1 | 94.9 | 85.5 | 47.5 | 95.6 | 87 | 89.2 | 88.1 | 88.6 |
Usage Scores
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