Nikon Z Z50 Black 2020
Nikon
77 Overall Score
vs
SmallRig 15551
SmallRig
29 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z Z50 Black 2020
85 out of 100 medium confidence 19 reviews
The Nikon Z50 is highly praised for its sharp image quality, lightweight design, and compatibility with existing Nikon F-mount lenses via the FTZ adapter. Users appreciate it as a versatile second camera or upgrade from older DSLRs, though some note the lack of in-body sensor cleaning and occasional issues with third-party lenses. Overall, it delivers excellent value for its price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Compatible with F-mount lenses via FTZ adapter
- Great as a second camera or upgrade
Cons
- No in-body sensor cleaning
- Occasional issues with third-party lenses
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No multi-battery power pack available
Image quality 5
Lens compatibility 6
Value for money 4
Build quality 3
Sensor cleaning 2
Third party lens issues 2
SmallRig 15551
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Product Photography
Travel
Beginner
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Streaming
Wedding Events
Youtube
Video
Vlogging
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z50 | SmallRig 15551 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | — |
| Size | aps-c | — |
| Megapixels | 20.899999618530273 MP★ | — |
| ISO Range | 100★ | — |
| Processor | EXPEED 6 | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 209 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 11 fps★ | — |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | — |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K★ | — |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | H.264 | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | — |
| Articulating | ✓★ | — |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.40 kg★ | 1.53 kg |
| Battery Life | 300 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | — |
| USB | Micro-USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1★ | — |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | — |
| Hot Shoe | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z50 Black 2020
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
SmallRig 15551
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average video (23rd percentile)
- Below average sensor (29th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon Z Z50 Black 20200.170score per dollar
vs
SmallRig 155510.413score per dollar
SmallRig 15551 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z Z50
Scores 77 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 24 of 31 specs.
