Z 50
NikonReleased Nov 1, 2019 · Analysis updated Jul 14, 2026
Capture stunning photos with this lightweight Nikon Z 50, featuring premium build and an excellent viewfinder. The Nikon Z 50 scores 84/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from Amateur Photographer, Kenrockwell, DPReview, and Photographylife.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 4 expert reviews
Low confidence · only 4 reviews
Critics are split: our scores run from 67 (Photographylife) to 95 (Amateur Photographer) — a 28-point spread. Photographylife tends to score generously across our dataset.
Average of 4 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
Pros
- Comfortable fit(2)
- Lightweight design(2)
- Premium build quality(2)
- Great image quality(2)
- Excellent viewfinder(2)
Cons
- Autofocus struggles(3)
- No image stabilization(3)
- Limited lens selection(3)
- Uses micro usb(2)
4 Publication Reviews
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The Nikon Z 50 is a sublime little camera that's a delight to use, produces very fine images and presents great value.
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The Z50 is a joy to carry, set up and shoot, with superior ergonomics to Sony or Fuji and makes far better pictures due to its superior color rendition.
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The Z50 is a really impressive addition to the mid-price camera sector, offering a masterpiece of ergonomics and strong performance, though it is held back by a limited native lens ecosystem and some ...
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The Nikon Z50 is a serious camera to consider for new and existing Nikon shooters, offering great ergonomics and features, though it is hampered by a weak autofocus system and a poorly designed tilt-d...
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