Description
Design and Ergonomics
The Z50 II retains a compact, lightweight design (approx. 550g with battery and card) but features a deeper, more comfortable grip similar to higher-end Z-series models. The body is weather-sealed, making it robust for travel and outdoor use. It now features a 3.2-inch fully articulating rear screen that flips to the side, allowing for better visibility during vlogging or shooting from high/low angles, unlike the old flip-down design.
Performance
With the EXPEED 7 processor, the autofocus is “streets ahead” of the original Z50, offering 3D tracking that makes it a strong contender for sports and wildlife photography. It delivers 11 fps mechanical shooting and up to 30 fps with the electronic shutter (JPEG only).
Video and Vlogging
The Z50 II is highly regarded for content creation. In addition to 4K/60p, it offers a “Product Review” mode for quick focus shifting, and a, headphone jack for monitoring audio, enhancing its use for serious creators. The camera can directly stream via USB without extra software.
Specifications
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Effective Sensor Resolution | Effective: 20.9 Megapixel (5568 x 3712) Actual: 21.51 Megapixel |
| Image Sensor | 23.5 x 15.7 mm (APS-C) CMOS |
| Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent) | Crop Factor: 1.5x Additional Modes: 1.2x *Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video Modes |
| Image Stabilization | Digital (Video Only) |
| Built-In ND Filter | No |
| Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Shutter Type | Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter |
| Shutter Speed | 1/4000 to 900 Seconds |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode |
| ISO/Gain Sensitivity | Photo Native: 100 to 51,200 (100 to 204,800 Extended) Video Native: 100 to 25,600 |
| Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| Metering Range | -4 to 17 EV |
| White Balance | 2500 to 10,000K Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Direct Sunlight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Manual, Preset Manual, Shade |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 30 fps at Maximum Resolution |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Self-Timer | 2/5/10/20-Second Delay |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Image File Format | HEIF, JPEG, Raw |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
| Internal Recording | H.264/H.265 8/10-Bit 3840 x 2160 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps |
| Video Output | via HDMI 3840 x 2160 1920 x 1080p |
| Fast-/Slow-Motion Support | Slow-Motion Only |
| Gamma Curve | HDR-HLG, Nikon N-Log |
| Recording Limit | 2-Hour 5-Minute Maximum |
| IP Streaming | No |
| Built-In Microphone | Stereo |
| Audio Recording | MOV: 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio MP4: 16-Bit 48 kHz AAC Audio |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
| Internal Storage | No |
| Video I/O | 1x Micro-HDMI Output |
| Audio I/O | 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
| Power I/O | 1x USB-C Input |
| Other I/O | 1x USB-C Data Output (Shared with Power Input) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Mobile App Compatible | Yes: Android & iOS App Name: SnapBridge Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control, View Live Feed |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | GPS *Via Connected Smartphone |
| Display Type | Articulating 3.2″ Touchscreen LCD |
| Resolution | 1,040,000 Dot |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic (OLED) |
| Size | 0.39″ |
| Resolution | 2,360,000 Dot |
| Eye Point | 19.5 mm |
| Coverage | 100% |
| Magnification | Approx. 1.02x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +3 |
| Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Autofocus Points | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 231 |
| Autofocus Sensitivity | -9 to +19 EV |
| Built-In Flash/Light | Yes, Flash Only |
| Flash Modes | Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash/Red-Eye Reduction, Rear Curtain Sync/Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
| Maximum Sync Speed | 1/250 Second |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| Dedicated Flash System | TTL |
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount |
| Battery | 1x EN-EL25a Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Included) • Approx. 230 Shots or 1x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Included) |
| Shoe Mount | 1x Hot Shoe |
| Tripod Mount | 1x 1/4″-20 Female (Bottom) |
| Operating Conditions | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C up to 85% Humidity |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5 x 3.8 x 2.6″ / 127 x 96.8 x 66.5 mm |
| Weight | 17.46 oz / 495 g (Body Only) | Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Lens (Black) Specs |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 16 to 50mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 75mm) |
| Aperture | Maximum: f/3.5 to 6.3 Minimum: f/16 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Lens Format Coverage | APS-C |
| Angle of View | 83° to 31° 30′ |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 7.87″ / 20 cm |
| Magnification | 1:5 Macro Reproduction Ratio 0.2x Magnification |
| Optical Design | 9 Elements in 7 Groups |
| Aperture/Iris Blades | 7, Rounded |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Filter Size | 46 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions | ø: 2.76 x L: 1.26″ / ø: 70 x L: 32 mm |
| Weight | 4.76 oz / 135 g |
Package includes
- 1 x Nikon Z50 II Mirrorless Camera
1 x Nikon EN-EL25a Battery (1250mAh)
1 x Nikon UC-E25 USB Cable
1 x Nikon AN-DC29 Camera Strap
1 x Nikon BF-N1 Body Cap
1 x Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Lens (Black)
1 x Nikon LC-46B 46mm Snap-On Front Lens Cap
1 x Nikon LF-N1 Rear Lens Cap
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