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Nikon Z50
Dec 20, 2019 15:39:55 #
I am considering Nikon's first mirrorless AP-C camera and am wondering if anyone owns one and what they think of it. Any input appreciated.
Dec 20, 2019 15:43:13 #
Im thinking about getting Canon's. But i'm waiting until the fourth or so upgrade when they get all the kinks fixed. I think there will be rapid upgrades for a couple of years with Nikon and Canon. So I'm waiting.
Dec 20, 2019 15:50:02 #
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Dec 20, 2019 16:25:32 #
IDguy
Loc: Idaho
You might consider a Nikon D5600 instead. Very reasonable refurbs available for less than 1/2 the price. Uses all Nikon AFS and AFP lenses. Cheaper and much wider selection than Z lenses.
I now feel I made a mistake replacing my D800 (full frame) with a Z6. Keeping the sensor clean is a PITA. I am about ready to replace it with a D850.
I now feel I made a mistake replacing my D800 (full frame) with a Z6. Keeping the sensor clean is a PITA. I am about ready to replace it with a D850.
Dec 20, 2019 17:26:19 #
With the (16-50, and 50-250) kit Nikon has engineered a real winner. It is light, compact, small, ergonometric; and is nearly perfect as a carry around and vacation camera. Images are sharp with great color fidelity. High ISO performance is excellent. Auto focus is quick and accurate. And, maybe best of all, it is FUN and easy to learn. It was never intended to replace my D800, and won’t; but I can use all my Nikon lenses with it and the adapter being offered at discount with the kit. I would be nitpicking to find flaws. In other words I love it.
Dec 20, 2019 17:32:48 #
Dec 20, 2019 20:28:56 #
IDguy
Loc: Idaho
lesdmd wrote:
With the (16-50, and 50-250) kit Nikon has enginee... (show quote)
That’s good...for you.
Have you tried the D5600? You might love it more.
Wait till you see how the sensor collects dust. But at least Nikon might allow wet cleaning since no sensor stabilization.
Dec 20, 2019 20:57:44 #
IDguy wrote:
That’s good...for you.
Have you tried the D5600? You might love it more.
Wait till you see how the sensor collects dust. But at least Nikon might allow wet cleaning since no sensor stabilization.
Have you tried the D5600? You might love it more.
Wait till you see how the sensor collects dust. But at least Nikon might allow wet cleaning since no sensor stabilization.
I have always cleaned my camera sensor myself. I expect to do the same with the Z50.
And I do not expect it to collect much dust because it will rarely be used in those sorts of situations where that is a compelling issue.
Finally, while the D5600 may be a fine entry level camera, the Z50 uses the D500 sensor and has superior technical feature.
Dec 20, 2019 21:24:18 #
Vietnam Vet wrote:
Im thinking about getting Canon's. But i'm waiting until the fourth or so upgrade when they get all the kinks fixed. I think there will be rapid upgrades for a couple of years with Nikon and Canon. So I'm waiting.
I had a neighbor who never bought a computer, and with good reason. He knew that next year there was going to be a better one.
I'm guessing by your user name that you've taken bigger risks than this.
Just kidding. We all have to do what is best for us.
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Dec 20, 2019 23:51:32 #
I really wanted to like this when I saw it at Best Buy. I am interested in adding a mirrorless for birds and wildlife with my Tamron 159-600. In my opinion this body is too small to adequately support a big tele in normal operation capturing Eagals and wild life. Unless the kit is mounted on a tripod. I do think that Nikon has a great camera to use with the kit lenses.
Dec 21, 2019 02:37:37 #
Wyoshooter wrote:
I really wanted to like this when I saw it at Best Buy. I am interested in adding a mirrorless for birds and wildlife with my Tamron 159-600. In my opinion this body is too small to adequately support a big tele in normal operation capturing Eagals and wild life. Unless the kit is mounted on a tripod. I do think that Nikon has a great camera to use with the kit lenses.
In this case you’d mount the camera on the lens, rather than mount the lens on the camera.
I’ve played with he Z6 and Z7 and they seem to be very well built.
Is the Z50 not as robust?
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Dec 21, 2019 07:15:10 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
d3200prime wrote:
I am considering Nikon's first mirrorless AP-C camera and am wondering if anyone owns one and what they think of it. Any input appreciated.
Read from actual users, not folks here who SAY they have one and really don't.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1511294-REG/nikon_1634_z_50_mirrorless_digital.html/reviews#customerReview
Dec 21, 2019 07:48:35 #
Nikon has a Z50 promotion now which lets you try the Z50 for 90 days and return it for a full refund if you don’t like it. You must buy it directly from Nikon and it must be in perfect condition when you return it.
Dec 21, 2019 08:12:02 #
LenCreate wrote:
Nikon has a Z50 promotion now which lets you try the Z50 for 90 days and return it for a full refund if you don’t like it. You must buy it directly from Nikon and it must be in perfect condition when you return it.
Not quite.
"Introducing yellow, a worry-free way to try the Nikon Z 50 for 30 days."
https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/home-trial.page?cid=img_en_us:SEM:EC:ELVT:121319:Google:P:hello_to_yellow:Z50:Low:Exact&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv863hujG5gIVUfDACh1nRQdOEAAYASAAEgJWhvD_BwE
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Dec 21, 2019 08:13:59 #
billnikon wrote:
Read from actual users, not folks here who SAY they have one and really don't.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1511294-REG/nikon_1634_z_50_mirrorless_digital.html/reviews#customerReview
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1511294-REG/nikon_1634_z_50_mirrorless_digital.html/reviews#customerReview
At least two of us DO have one;and if you follow the link you will see my 5 star review.
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