Z50
NikonReleased Oct 1, 2019 · Analysis updated Mar 19, 2026
Compact mirrorless camera with excellent image quality, ergonomic handling, and fast continuous shooting. The Nikon Z50 scores 84/100 based on 7 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from Amateurphotographer, Sansmirror, Ephotozine, and Dpreview.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 7 expert reviews
Pros
- Nice image quality(7)
- Compact and lightweight design(4)
- Excellent handling and ergonomics(4)
- Fast continuous shooting(3)
- Good value for the price(2)
Cons
- No in-body image stabilization(4)
- Limited lens selection for z dx mount(4)
- No sensor cleaning options(3)
- One uhs-i card slot(2)
7 Expert Reviews
Nikon's first APS-C mirrorless camera goes under the spotlight. Michael Topham offers his verdict
The Nikon Z50 is a compact, well-designed APS-C mirrorless camera that delivers solid performance and image quality, though its success depends on Nikon expanding the Z DX lens lineup.
The Nikon Z 50 has excellent ergonomics, great image quality, and deserves to do well as long as you're happy with the lenses available.
The Nikon Z50 is a well-built, ergonomic APS-C mirrorless camera with good image quality and a solid feature set, though it lacks IBIS and has a limited lens ecosystem.
The Nikon Z50 is a compact, lightweight mirrorless camera that delivers excellent image quality and performance, particularly well-suited for amateur photographers seeking a portable system.
