Continuing a trend that we’ve seen heat up over the past few years, the big name camera manufacturers like Canon, Sony, Panasonic, Fujifilm, and Nikon are all doubling down on providing affordable, yet capable, mirrorless cameras ideal for hybrid photo and video content creators.
Thanks in part to camera technology that can easily, and cheaply, provide high-quality 4K footage and plenty of basic features and perks, these cameras are all pretty great—which is why the market for them is continuing its heat up.
The latest new hybrid content creator focused camera is the new Nikon Z50 II, a mirrorless camera with a high-performance 20.9 megapixel DX CMOS sensor that is capable of UHD 4K video at 60p. Let’s take a look at this new compact mirrorless and explore how it might be right for certain beginner content creators looking to launch their careers.
Introducing the Nikon Z50 II
Featuring a DX-format 20.9MP CMOS sensor which, when combined with the same EXPEED 7 image-processing engine found in its flagship model, this new full-frame brethren is set to provide content creators with what will ultimately bya versatile mixture of high sensitivity, nuanced image quality, fast, AI-powered autofocus, and full-resolution continuous shooting up to 30 fps.
When shooting at native values, a sensitivity range from ISO 100-51200 permits working in a broad array of lighting conditions, and can be further expanded up to ISO 204800 for extreme low-light conditions. The mixture of resolution and sensor size also contributes to clean image quality and smooth color transitions with reduced noise throughout the sensitivity range.
UHD 4K Video Recording
Some of the perks of this Nikon Z50 II have to do with its improved video capture with the Z50 II model being able to support UHD 4K video recording up to 60 fps and Full HD recording up to 120 fps.
This is all alongside a Product Review mode, recording time limits of up to two hours, a video self-timer feature, built-in electronic Vibration Reduction, and the ability to save movie files to the in-camera memory cards or an optional external recorder via HDMI out.
There’s also in-camera time-lapse shooting which is also possible with the ability to produce a finished UHD 4K video file directly from the camera.
Price and Availability
The new Nikon Z50 II is available to pre-order today with units expected to start shipping later this month. Models are available as a base unit which include a Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens or a Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lens. Here are the full specs and purchase options:
- 20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
- EXPEED 7 Image Processor
- UHD 4K60p/Full HD 120fps Video Recording
- Improved Autofocus, 9 Subject Detection
- Dedicated Picture Control Button
- Pre-Release Capture, 30 fps Shooting
- Bright OLED Electronic Viewfinder
- 3.2″ 180° Tilting Touchscreen
- SD Memory Card Slot
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Nikon Z50 II Mirrorless Camera
A powerful yet compact mirrorless system made for rising creators, the Nikon Z50 II Mirrorless Camera combines a 20.9MP APS-C CMOS sensor and an interchangeable lens mount with a host of flagship features and compatibility with the entire NIKKOR Z lens lineup to elevate your content beyond the smartphone.
Author: Jourdan Aldredge
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
