Nikon’s Z50II has arrived, and it’s all about making photography fun, flexible, and being the perfect rig for content creators. This compact, mirrorless camera lets you conjure up any aesthetic, thanks to a dedicated Picture Control button that’s like having a creative director in your hand.
With just a press, you can flip through 31 film-inspired color presets in real-time, designed for instant moods that match any vibe. If you’re feeling even bolder, you can download custom “Imaging Recipes” or even create your own—ideal for when you want your shots to say more than a thousand words.
Under the hood, the Z50II uses Nikon’s EXPEED 7 processor, a powerhouse typically reserved for Nikon’s pro cameras. Translation? This compact camera’s autofocusing is sharp enough to track moving subjects in all sorts of scenes, keeping faces and eyes in razor focus, and it recognizes everything from pets to people and even cars. Shooting in low light? It’s got you covered there, too, delivering brilliant colors and less noise even when the lights are low.
The Z50II isn’t just about stills; it’s a dream for video creators as well. It shoots up to 4K60p with vibrant colors and keeps things easy with a rotating screen, tally light, and even a Product Review Mode for showing off the latest trends up close. You’ll also get an N-Log recording for those looking to finesse their footage in post-production. And if you’ve got a livestream to set up? Just plug it in for USB streaming with no fuss.
To capture it all, the camera’s 20.9-megapixel sensor and blazing-fast photo burst modes go up to 30 frames per second with an electronic shutter or 11 frames with the mechanical shutter. The Z50II even starts buffering images a second before you hit the shutter, so you’re less likely to miss a perfect shot.
All of this tech comes wrapped up in a body that’s ready to go wherever you do, bright 3.2-inch touchscreen and all. If you’re looking for the essentials, the Z50II body is US$909.95, or pair it with a 16-50mm lens for US$1,049.95.
For a little extra flexibility, the dual-lens kit with a 50-250mm lens will set you back US$1,299.95, and the MC-DC3 Remote Cord for remote shooting is coming soon for US$36.95.
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