CameraReview
CompareCamerasLensesAction CamerasGuides
Nikon Z50 II
—
UNSCORED
Nikon · Mirrorless · 20.9 MP · 4K video

Nikon Z50 II

From $1,006.95 — 1 offer
KEY FACTS
BrandNikon
Announcement dateNov 2024
Released2024
Camera typeMirrorless
What We Like
+Pro-level 209-point autofocus inherited from Z9/Z8 with excellent subject detection for 9 subject types
+Exceptional value: flagship video features (4K/60p H.265 10-bit N-Log) at entry-level price point
+Intuitive design with ergonomic grip and controls consistent with full-frame Z-series cameras
+Fast continuous shooting at 11 fps with 30 fps pre-release capture for JPEG
+Excellent dynamic range and low-light performance with EXPEED 7 processor
+Compact and lightweight design ideal for travel and creators
Worth Knowing
−Limited battery life: only ~230 shots per charge, requiring frequent battery swaps
−No in-body image stabilization (IBIS); relies on lens-based optical stabilization
−Single SD card slot without redundancy for critical professional work
−Low resolution 20.9MP sensor may limit large print options for landscape photography

General

Brand
Nikon
Announcement date
ⓘ
Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Nov 2024
Released
ⓘ
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Camera type
Mirrorless
Read our notes on general
The Nikon Z50II is the company's latest entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera, built around a 21MP CMOS sensor and expressly aimed at stills and video creators looking for a small camera that makes it easy to upload. With pro-level autofocus inherited from the Z8, sharp Z-mount lens compatibility, and buttery-smooth 4K/60p video, the Z50 II delivers serious performance at a fraction of the price. Limited battery life is a significant downside, though. For budget-conscious hybrid photographers and content creators, the Z50II offers exceptional autofocus and video capabilities rivaling much costlier cameras.

Sensor

Type
DX-format CMOS

Processor

Engine
EXPEED 7

Autofocus

System
Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF
Points
209 point on-sensor
Coverage
~87% horizontal × ~85% vertical
Subject Detection
People, animals, birds, vehicles, airplanes
Eye Detection
Yes
3D Tracking
Yes

Shutter

Type
Focal-plane
Speed Range
1/4000–30s
Sync
1/250s (with limitations)

Continuous shooting

Maximum Speed
11 fps (CH+ with electronic shutter)
Pre Release Capture
15 fps or 30 fps (JPEG only)
Buffer
200 shots (14-bit lossless compressed raw)

ISO

Range
100–51200

Viewfinder

Resolution
2.36 million-dot
Magnification
0.68×
Brightness
1000 cd/m²

Video

4K Format
UHD 4K
4K 60fps
Yes (with 1.5× crop)
4K 30fps
Yes (oversampled from 5.6K)
Full HD
120 fps
Codec
H.265 10-bit
Features
N-Log, HLG, 10-bit internal recording, electronic VR
Max video resolution
ⓘ
The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
4K

Battery

Type
EN-EL25a
Life (EVF)
~230 shots

Connectivity

USB
Type-C USB 3.1
Wireless
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy

Display

Size
3.2-inch
Type
Flip-under touchscreen

Flash

Pop up
Yes
Guide Number
~7/22
Hot Shoe
Yes (supports i-TTL)

Special features

Picture Control Button
Dedicated button with 31 presets
Product Review Mode
Yes
Pre Release Capture
Yes
Nikon Imaging Cloud
Compatible

Optics

Megapixels
ⓘ
The higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture.
20.9 MP050
Viewfinder type
ⓘ
The viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens.
Electronic
Lens mount
ⓘ
The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Nikon Z

Storage and battery

Dual memory card slots
No

Features

Wi-Fi
ⓘ
Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly.
Yes