Nikon Z Z50 II Black 2024
Nikon
76 Overall Score
vs
Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
Leica
83 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z Z50 II Black 2024
85 out of 100 high confidence 83 reviews
The Nikon Z50 II is widely praised as a significant upgrade over its predecessor, with vastly improved autofocus, a brighter viewfinder, and excellent image quality. Users love its compact, lightweight design and find it ideal for travel, wildlife, and everyday photography. However, the most common complaints are poor battery life and the lack of in-body image stabilization (IBIS), which forces reliance on lens-based VR. The limited selection of dedicated DX Z-mount lenses is also a recurring concern for some users.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus and subject detection
- Compact and lightweight body
- Bright and clear electronic viewfinder
- Great image quality and color
- Improved ergonomics and button layout
Cons
- Poor battery life
- No in-body image stabilization (IBIS)
- Limited DX Z-mount lens selection
- Crop on 4K/60p video mode
- Single SD card slot
Autofocus performance 15
Battery life 12
Image quality 14
Build and design 10
Ibis and stabilization 8
Lens selection 6
Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Wedding Events
Video
Photography
Youtube
Beginner
Streaming
Product Photography
Sports Wildlife
Travel
Vlogging
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z50 II | Leica SL SL2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 20.899999618530273 MP | 47.29999923706055 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | Maestro III |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 231 | Contrast Detection: 225 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps★ | 20 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/40000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | MOV, MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg★ | 0.83 kg |
| Battery Life | 230 shots | 370 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | USB Type-C (USB 3.1) |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z50 II Black 2024
- Strong evf (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong video (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong burst (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average battery (1st percentile)1st %ile
Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Nikon Z Z50 II Black 20240.084score per dollar
vs
Leica SL SL2 Black 20210.021score per dollar
Nikon Z Z50 II Black 2024 offers 4.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Leica SL SL2
Scores 83 overall, wins 6 of 10 usage categories and 4 of 33 specs.
