Nikon Z50 vs Nikon Z50 II
Nikon Z50 II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. the Z50 II is better for travel, portraits, wildlife, sports, vlogging.
Choose the Z50 for
- a lighter body (450g vs 550g)
- a lower price (from £349)
Choose the Z50 II for
- faster bursts (30fps vs 11fps)
- better low-light performance
- a newer design (2024)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Z50 | Z50 II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 21MP | APS-C, 21MP |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2019 | 2024 |
| Burst | 11 fps | 30 fps |
| Readout | — | ≈45 ms |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 60p (crop) |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 450 g | 550 g |
| Battery | Nikon EN-EL25a | Nikon EN-EL25a |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £839 |
| Used at MPB | £349–424 | £624–649 |
| Native lenses in our database | 54 (31 third-party) | 54 (31 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | Z50 II |
| Portraits | Z50 II |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | Z50 II |
| Sports & action | Z50 II |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Z50 II |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Nikon Z mount, so lenses move between them. They share the same battery (Nikon EN-EL25a).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikon Z50 better than the Nikon Z50 II?
It depends on your priorities. The Z50 offers a lighter body (450g vs 550g), a lower price (from £349); the Z50 II offers faster bursts (30fps vs 11fps), better low-light performance, a newer design (2024).
Which is better for video, the Z50 or the Z50 II?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 60p (crop)); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Z50 or the Z50 II?
The Z50 costs No longer sold new new and from £349 used at MPB; the Z50 II costs £839 new and from £624 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Nikon Z50 lenses on the Z50 II?
Yes. Both use the Nikon Z mount.