5.0 out of 5 stars Improved Auto Focus and a More Features than Original Z50

R.A. · December 30, 2024

(function() { P.when('cr-A', 'ready').execute(function(A) { if(typeof A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel === 'function') { A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel('review_text_read_more', 'Read more of this review', 'Read less of this review'); } }); })(); .review-text-read-more-expander:focus-visible { outline: 2px solid #2162a1; outline-offset: 2px; border-radius: 5px; } The original first generation Nikon Z50 camera was a very good camera but suffered from a less than ideal focusing system for fast moving subjects like birds, wildlife, or sports. While it was possible to get good photos of fast moving subjects with the Z50, there was more of a learning curve to understanding the focusing system (especially if you were using a DSLR camera) and it might take longer (more shots) to get a great action photo you were looking to get.The Nikon Z50II has a much more advanced focusing system. Equipped with Nikon's latest Expeed 7 processor, the Z50II has inherited most of the focusing system from the much larger and much more expensive Nikon Z9, Z8, Z6III, and Zf full frame cameras. Focusing is now very fast, and, with focusing options like 3D (and subject detection modes, including pets, birds, airplanes, and cars) the camera locks on to the subject very quickly and stays with it.The Z50II, which is a little larger and heavier than the first generation Z50, but still pretty small, also has Pre-Release, which allows you to hold down the shutter and capture a number of stills before the photo is taken, great for capturing birds as they take off from a branch or pole.The camera also has a dedicated Picture Control button, for changing picture profiles quickly, and it connects to the new Nikon Imaging Cloud, where you can download and load on to the camera more picture profiles.For video, the Z50II can shoot full-width UHD 4K at 30fps, but requires a 1.5x crop to hit 60fps. It has video-focused features like a tally light, waveform monitoring, N-Log, and headphone and microphone jacks, and a flippy screen that makes it much easier to shoot selfies or video. The screen on the first generation Z50 just pulled out; the flippy screen provides more options.What the Z50II does not have is IBIS (In Body Image Stabilization), which is very useful for video. Most of Nikon’s APS-C lenses have vibration reduction, which does helps with image stabilization. Nikon also did not change the battery meter in the Z50II, so the battery only shows three bars (when full) and not a percentage of how much power is left. With mirrorless cameras and a general battery meter like this, it is always best to carry two batteries, as the meter is not always an accurate indication of how much power is left.Nikon also does not include a charger with the camera. The camera can be charged with a USB-C cable, which is included. The camera charged with the adapter I use to charge my Samsung S24 phone, as well as via my laptop, so it should charge with most modern power adapters and a USB-C cable.Bottom line, the Nikon Z50II is a worthy upgrade from the original, and for anyone looking for an affordable, solid performing mirrorless camera for photos and video. The autofocus system is outstanding, and the detection modes seem to work particularly well.The camera, either with the 16mm-50mm kit lens or body only, is priced well, and the Z50II has many of the characteristics of the more expensive full frame cameras.Highly recommended!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great camera, great value lens bundle , some compromises vs full format but thats ok for most

t. · June 15, 2025

Great camera, lenses are great for casual users. Purists may question APS vs full frame format or F stop & build quality of the lens but for most users this camera, lens bundle with do everything you need. Some may want to add a specifically for portraits but if youre considering this camera you probably already have a higher end cell phone that can give a pretty good aproximation of portrait lens

5.0 out of 5 stars Z50ii two lens kit 5*

J. · June 8, 2025

While many reviews of different stores on Bolo don’t ship actual high end items, this supplier ships authentic Nikon product my cam and lenses came as stated 100%. My only minor complaint is the battery life but this is minimal and was never an issue as I pre purchased enegon dual charger and battery pack to go with. (Edit, adding moon pic off the Dx50-250mm)

4.0 out of 5 stars Limited Lens Selection (in DX format) Remains a Challenge

S.A.K. · December 29, 2024

I had the older Z50 until I gave it to my daughter.Just like the Z50, the battery for the Z50 can be charged with the battery inserted into the camera. Use the included cable and an appropriate wall power adapter (or you can buy the Nikon wall power adapter).Image quality for the pictures taken was excellent. Focusing system was pretty good although my Canon and Sony cameras focused better in some circumstances.Ergonomics of this camera was excellent. Camera is solidly well-built, most of the core settings (i.e. aperture, shutter speed, iso, white balance, drive mode) can be easily accessed by using a dial or pressing a single button. No joystick but otherwise very similar to the more expensive Nikon bodies.The native lenses (Nikon Z 16-50mm and 50-250mm) were very impressive. For most of the pictures I took, portrait photos, city landscapes and nature landscapes, this camera worked very well.But finding lenses that help the camera operate better in low light (i.e. lenses with larger apertures) is a challenge with this camera unless you use Nikon Z full frame lenses. Nikon makes one lens in the DX format that has a maximum aperture larger than 3.5 (the Nikon Z 24mm f/1.7). That 24mm is also the only Nikon DX lens that does not have VR (image stabilization), which can be important since the camera body does not offer image stabliization except for electronic stabilization but only in video mode and only when shooting with selected settings.

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Upgrade

o. · June 9, 2025

I couldn't me more happy. This rating is purely focused on quality, not price. I think Nikon hit a home run here. This camera's sensor is just so fast and intuitive. I'm auto-tracking sea gulls eyes while they're in flight at 50 yards away.

5.0 out of 5 stars Technical support through videos from Nikon

E. · June 6, 2025

Great camera, easy to handle

5.0 out of 5 stars excelant

C.A.W. · May 13, 2025

very good service

2.0 out of 5 stars No way to charge

K.L.S. · November 28, 2024

I got a camera from Nikon that comes with a dead battery and no way to charge the battery. A useless camera. Apparently Nikon wants me to spend more money to make their useless camera useful.

Asunto: Inconformidad con el contenido de la cámara recibida

A.C. · May 17, 2025

(function() { P.when('cr-A', 'ready').execute(function(A) { if(typeof A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel === 'function') { A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel('review_text_read_more', 'Read more of this review', 'Read less of this review'); } }); })(); .review-text-read-more-expander:focus-visible { outline: 2px solid #2162a1; outline-offset: 2px; border-radius: 5px; } Acabo de comprar una cámara de $30,000 y me llegó solo con una batería completamente descargada… ¡y sin cargador! SIN CARGADOR¿cómo la voy a usar por primera vez si ni siquiera puedo cargarla?Me parece raro que un equipo de este nivel venga incompleto. Ojo ahí 😒