True confessions time: With my Zfc and my former D5500, I shoot at family events with the screen flipped in the closed position to stop everyone from asking to see the photo I just took. They get very confused looks when I flash the back of the camera and show that it doesn’t have a screen. I really got frustrated with everyone asking me to retake photos. If that makes me evil, I’m okey with that.
Hello, i think for me the Z30 is a better choice because i have the P7000 which had Focus problems. The Z30 by your reviews is perfect for me when it comes to autofocus.
@@PradeepKumar-tq4ev Haven't used extensively for video but the quality is good enough for casual use. There is no inbody stabilisation, so depends on lens stabilisation only. 4K quality is better than 1080p, autofocus is better than other Nikon cameras.
I Got the z50 with kit Combo. I also got the Z 24-70 |2.8 S and Use it on the z50 for the perfect wedding combo (36-105mm) full frame equivalent. I enjoy the combo so much I have NOT bought a full frame mirrorless. YET!
Oh yeah... Z-FC is so retro and cool. Getting it with the 28mm f/2.8 and rolling old school. Grew up with knobs and hate anything with a menu. Thank you for the review it really helped me with my decision.
I’ve read and looked at tens of comparison and descriptions of several Nikon and others. You are the first person that mentioned the knobs versus the menu, for pics. Sooo true. With videos I’ll go A. I’m taking the Z-fs. Will buy the small lens with stabilization for video and the pancake for photos. Doing shorts doc. But I insert stills. Wish you could read me @MBDronePhoto
The Z50 was the first camera I brought back in 2018, I wanted the Z6 but they didn’t have a lens for it and the salesperson said buy the lens and they would ship it to me, I was I want to use the camera now. So the Z50 was purchased. I promised myself a camera after going through chemotherapy for cancer. The only thing I was disappointed with is that there is no external Jack for a manual release. I did purchase the L7 for it and I have 2 spare batteries. I own a Z6II now also. I just wish they had fully articulating screens. As I do astrophotography and nighttime photography and my body doesn’t bend as good now in weird positions. I like the Zfc as it brings back that nostalgia of when I got into photography many years ago with a Pentax ME then got 2 Nikon FM 10’s later on for astrophotography. I have owned Olympus OM’s and Canon digital Rebel series also.
Zfc all day, every day! With the silver 16-50mm, 28mm 2.8 SE, 40mm 2.0 and Viltrox 85mm 1.8. And now I'm waiting on Nikon to give me a wide aps-c zoom! Are you listening Nikon?
Becky, one work around for the z-50 is to mount it in a cage (1/2 only, the botom is uncaged, to use the screen)- this allows any of the 1/4"-20 tpi threaded holes to mount the tripod to, allowing the camera to be upside down, with the screen clear of obstructions, just have to 'invert' the screen & perhaps the footage, for correct orientation of the image , think this is also a feature in some menu setting, just like the portrait/landscape focus point switch feature for stills.
Nice comparison video I have three Z cameras, including the Zfc, which is my “fun” camera, which I use like a film camera with FTZ and old vintages lenses. I love the Z 28mm SE and 40mm f2 on the Zfc. I would really love a small fast-ish wide angle prime for DX …a 24 or 28 mm equivalent on the Zfc. Fun street camera. Do I want a ZFc full frame…hmmmm, yes!
I bought the Z50 beginning this year as a travel and general walk around camera. I didn't expect this but I absolutely adore this camera. It is small and light with stunning IQ. Some say this is an entry level camera. But besides the price there is nothing entry level about this camera. It is very capable!
It's a great camera, I want to upgrade to full frame but not sure the extra cost will get that much of a better pic. I look at the pics I've taken with the Z50 and have been so impressed and I do wonder weather I would get any better for a Z6iii, Z7iii, Z8 or Z9.
@@SimonChiarvesio I have a Z50, Z6II and a D850. I also print my images on a Canon Pro 100 printer. I honestly can't tell the difference, while printing normal sizes (up to A3+), between the Z50 and the D850. I mainly shoot landscapes by the way. Yes FF has a lot of advantages; bigger sensor typically are better at gathering more light. However, a FF camera won't make you a better photographer. I would advise against upgrading just for the sake of upgrading. The better question is: does the Z50 hold you back or not. If the answer is no then there is no need to upgrade. If you do have plans to upgrade in the future then I would invest in lenses that are FF and shoot with these on you Z50 until it starts to hold you back.
@@pascalhibon7928 many thanks for the reply and the advice. I will bear that in mind. I do wish Nikon had more Z Lens with VR. A nice 25mm or 50mm prime Z Lens with VR would be great for use on the Z50 but I'm sure in time Nikon will or another manufacturer will. Many thanks again.
@@SimonChiarvesio Yeah, the number of VR Z lenses is not high. I sometimes use the 28mm f2.8 on the Z50 which works great. And I don't really miss VR. It is a great compact, light and cheap lens. Same goes for the 40mm (which I don't own).
Well I have all three cameras and my choice is the Zfc. I just wished it didn't have the 30 minute time limit. My Z30 is overheating while recording internally 35 to 45 minutes and externally about an hour using Ecamm Live. Of course I live in Texas and it is hot! Stay Safe and Keep Smiling! God Save the King! Cheers!
Great review and comparison. Each of these cameras has their own specific use, but, can one camera do it all? This is why Nikon makes several cameras, and hopefully more very soon.
I bought the z30 partly due to long record time, also for the low cost along with kit lens and 18-140mm so it is a great travel kit also. Doing videos I don't miss the EVF too much. However I have a Z5 for that when I want to use it.
I just picked up a Black Zfc from Japan and attached my home made grip that I used to use on my Nikkormat EL which was the shape of the old MD 12 Motor Drive. I love this combination. Reminds me of my Black FE with the same MD12 motor drive . I’m really enjoying this combination and just picked up the new 24 1.7 lens which has really nice bokeh. I compared it to my full frame 24 F2 Ais lens and the rendering is similar. I haven’t shot the DX format since I had my D300. I had a number of the DX lenses sitting around like the 11 to 16 2.8 Tokina and my 18 to 70 Nikkor zoom as well as 30 1.4 Sigma, which I really loved when I had the D300 in use. It’s nice to be using these lenses again as I really enjoyed using them because they all had their own special character. Thanks for the review and look forward to next one. Regards, Gerry.
Maybe I could ask you two the question because you deal with Nikon exclusively. Is there any reason why Nikon has never come out with a Z 30 camera with a evf viewfinder like the Sony 6000 series which has been an incredible popular camera line for them. It doesn’t make sense that Nikon hasn’t competed with that camera line. Regards Gerry
Of these three. I have the Zfc ... I ordered it with the 28mm SE lens the day they announced it. I have at that time borrowed a Z50 from Nikon for a couple of weeks, so I knew it was a god camera for the price. And the fact that the Zfc was "the same camera" helped me in my decision to choose that one. Why I my choice was the Zfc? 1. The look of it. I was really blown off my chair with the look. If I ever find a good bargin on a FM2/FM3 camera I will get one ... I love the retro look. And on the package I got when I bought it Nikon Store Europe included a leather strap ... 2. The USB-C and the fact that you can power the camera and run the camera with USB-C. 3. The screen ...I do not know how much sake the team making the Z50 have had before opening their CAD-program and designing the Z50 ... Why did they make the screen go that way? I still love my Zfc. And I use it sometimes as my only camera for weekends and family things. Sometimes as my backup, when I don't want to bring two Z6II with me. And sometimes as third backup camera together with my two Z6ii ... It is small and takes almost no space in my bag :) FOR NIKON! It is time for a Z50II and time do discontinue the Z50 ... Or make a Z40 with the same camera spec but articulated screen like the Z30 but with a viewfinder. And with USB-C charging. Then wait three months and give us a Z60 A DX camera in a Z6ii/Z7ii housing ... make it like a mirrorless D500?
IBIS, IBIS to all the models!!!!! I would love a z90 as a tribute to the D90 that will have an amazing grip, articulated screen, IBIS, viewfinder, very good autofocus, very good low light performance! Yes, I do want the perfect camera!
For pure photographic use the flip screen on Z50 is actually more comfortable to use in my opinion. I own Z50 (with Nikkor Z DX 16-50, Z DX 50-250, Z 28mm F2.8, and FTZ adapter + 35mm 1.8 and sigma 17-50 2.8). I bought it when there was no Zfc, now I would propably choose Zfc for its awesome look and dials contols (and lack of touch buttons which irritate me in Z50). But the flip screen is better for me in Z50. I was considering switching to Z5 with 24-70 or 24-200 lens (there are currently deals to buy the set), but in the end I think I will stick with Z50 for now, as it is more compact and light. The weight was the reason I bought Z50 in the first place, I own also D7100 and I stopped taking it for my trips because of its size and weight, so going back to big camera and lens with Z5 is propably not a good idea for me.
Very helpful video! If I were to pick amongst the three, I'd personally go with the Zfc, along with an extra grip attachment 9and the FTZ2 adapter) to make it feel like a newer camera, mainly due to the Z50's tilt screen limitations. I currently have a d5200 that I've owned new since 2013, so I'm guessing I'm due for an upgrade! -Rick W
There should be 2 models of the z30 one with a view finder and one without.. why they didn't include one is beyond me it would be the perfect little all around camera...
There is a lot of complaining about the pop-down screen on the Z50. Now, let me ask you a question: Why do you think Casey Neystat always uses sunglasses in his videos? He answered and he said: It's because if he looks at the screen on a camera with a flip out screen it looks like he doesn't look AT the camera when vlogging. With a flip-down screen this is less of an issue. Think about that. Just get a thing that let you mount a tripod on the side. As for using it while taking pictures. I actually prefer the Z50 screen. It's more natural to have it tilt the way it does.
Missed VERY feature if you want to use longer lens. the Z 50 is the only camera of the three. I own two Z fcs, but only use the 16-50 kit lens. Thom Hogan emphasizes this on his awesome sans mirror site! I leave a 50-250 kit lens with hood and polarizing filter on the Z 50..
I have the Zfc for awhile now and I love love love it. Viltrox 56 just arrived so looking forward to shooting with it. Also have 16-50 and adapter for my older Nikon lenses. It a great camera looks cool too. Thanks for the review im happy with my choice.
Everybody should spend the $8 and get an aftermarket dual battery charger that's takes USB-C. This is the solution. When I'm at the hotel; I can charge BOTH batteries at the same time, and having an external charge is super important; you can be charging the backup battery while you are using the primary one. And this setup; dependent on a USB-C which the cameras are as well; if you are recording and low battery and in a jam; you can plug the USB-C into the camera and power it; or if you aren't recording; powerpack with the charger; and your 2nd battery is topped off.
Amazing video quality!😮 Mind if i ask what camera you used in here? Good comparison with these 2 hotties. Thank you, you just help me choose which one to go to.❤
For DX video, Nikon needs to deliver wider (17 or shorter) & brighter VR lenses. Unclear if the 12-28 DX will be brighter than f3.5 through its range (assuming it has VR). The current 16-50 is too dark and optically meh.
Yes. And the 16-35 isn't wide enough for vlogging as well. I hope nikon brings a wider and faster zoom and a few small primes (maybe Tamron can make them now that they're officially partners).
My D5600 and many DX lenses make me want to look for DX Z camera body. I don't want to use DX lenses on my Z5. It's Z30 or Z50 but maybe it's better to wait for II version of Z50.
How can the z30 be for vlogging when it doesn't have image stabilization???? And in 2022 none of them has!!!! I own the zfc, it's a beauty but the lack of grip and the lack of IS is just frustrating... And yes there are third party grips, I have bought one, but still it's not the same....
Thankyou, for doing this, esp. in this time, with all that is going on, to all of you, our Wishes, and understanding, hope Charles III is as good a King as QE2 was a Queen.
2 things I noticed almost immediately, Z30 has a poor battery. Second, in the bright daylight the lcd screen is unusable. For still photography I would go with the other ones.
These crop sensor cameras from Nikon all look like entry level cameras. When is Nikon going to come up with a REAL mirrorless replacement for the D500? Wildlife photographers would like to know.
Would you recommend to buy Nikon D500 in 2024 or not.? I am that unlucky person who have professional DX lenses like nikon 17-55mm f2.8g and 1.4D and i am a still wedding and event photographer. Can we compare ZFC with Nikon D500.? Any help
one other ommission for video, esp considering the battery life issue, is the Z7-2 or the Z6/6-2 as they all offer a battery grip compatability, but also these have the full 47 MP resolution, so can offer better quality, even if you end up downsizing the footage to the vloging area, the full 15 stop dynamic range and colour space is still there, so more than enough, even if some data is lost through this downsize.
I wish instead of z30 they made z50 mkii, i don't really understand why z30 exists, it's a good/quality camera, killer sensor, resolves most issues of the z50 (apart from headphone jack perhaps) and it deserves an evf, i don't get it, it's not like evf would make it worse or significantly more expensive, or perhaps influencers and bloggers don't like having evf, i don't know man.
The first video i see from you guys. great info.... Background music is too loud and overpowering your voices. I couldn't finish the vid. Work on your audio mix. i look forward to seeing more>
Nikonians are awaiting the much hyped Z70 / Z90 APSc 26MP/33MP Stacked Sensor as a Pro grade Z series Mirrorless bodies... Nikon shouldn't delay the release any longer... Else customer's will switch to other competitors who are already offering such solutions....
What about asking Nikon to release a wide angle lens for mirrorless Z cameras, indeed the selection of DX lenses is very poor They seem to have abandoned us who are not willing to spend money on their expensive full frame cameras and lenses What's the point in releasing another DX mirrorless with the same poor selection of lenses?
Have shot with Nikon all of my life and dx suites me fine and my D500 is going nowhere.So a small compact mirrorless dx would compliment it just fine so what is the problem.I want compact dx lenses from Nikon not being not being expected to use the larger fx glass.The market is shrinking and more customers want small so wake up and smell the coffeee Nikon otherwise Fuji will get my dx compact money.
Kon seems to think Dx is inferior . But seems to forget Nikon has sold thousands of dx cameras every you for the past 20yrs and still does . I know he jokes but as Nikon person he should show how good it really is lol
You are right Young beauty but if you wanna shoot a Weeding it will be painfully experience if You blow pictures without EVF 🤨 Z-50 is more universal tool to work wit it ..
Just a little thing concerning the Z30, it can record up to 125 minutes only in 1080p 24/25fps, in 4K it will overheat in around 35 minutes and both theses timers are at 25°C. That's a thing that nikon tells us in very little on their website when you check what they wrote about recording time you get a little "5" and when you ckeck said "5" you can read the following : "⁵ In Full HD/24p/25p at 25℃/77℉. The camera’s ability to always achieve the full 125 minutes is dependent on conditions like battery life or the camera’s internal temperature. Approx. 35 minutes of recording time is available in 4K UHD." So yeah... that's kinda sad when the ZV-E10 basicaly never overheat even in 4K...
True confessions time:
With my Zfc and my former D5500, I shoot at family events with the screen flipped in the closed position to stop everyone from asking to see the photo I just took. They get very confused looks when I flash the back of the camera and show that it doesn’t have a screen. I really got frustrated with everyone asking me to retake photos. If that makes me evil, I’m okey with that.
Genius.
lmao
Reality is, that you can view your Photo via evf screen, which noone else can see.
😂
Putting an optical viewfinder on the Z30 is just brilliant.
Are There options? Is posible?
Hello, i think for me the Z30 is a better choice because i have the P7000 which had Focus problems. The Z30 by your reviews is perfect for me when it comes to autofocus.
Bought a Zfc earlier this year, just love the feel and style. Photography is all about enjoying the process for me.
Any heating issues while video recording. And how is 1080p video quality and stabilisation. Thanks.
@@PradeepKumar-tq4ev Haven't used extensively for video but the quality is good enough for casual use. There is no inbody stabilisation, so depends on lens stabilisation only. 4K quality is better than 1080p, autofocus is better than other Nikon cameras.
@@blackbirds1440 thanks for your reply 😀
Just imagine… Zfc, full frame, 33mpx, Expeed 7, 1tb internal storage(like X2D), 50mm f1.8 SE design lens… a Beautiful Nikon dream 😍🙌🏼
Sign me up
with a grip and IS!
If that happened we can't imagine the price
@@booshipvideo5513 I can, $2699 and you
Better believe my credit card going to get charged that day for a preorder
@@erichramone7812 wow, I can't afford that price. But I believe it sure worth the price
I Got the z50 with kit Combo. I also got the Z 24-70 |2.8 S and Use it on the z50 for the perfect wedding combo (36-105mm) full frame equivalent. I enjoy the combo so much I have NOT bought a full frame mirrorless. YET!
Thank for a great comparison! I’ve bought Z50 and I’m loving it! Mainly for photography.
Oh yeah... Z-FC is so retro and cool. Getting it with the 28mm f/2.8 and rolling old school. Grew up with knobs and hate anything with a menu. Thank you for the review it really helped me with my decision.
I’ve read and looked at tens of comparison and descriptions of several Nikon and others. You are the first person that mentioned the knobs versus the menu, for pics. Sooo true. With videos I’ll go A. I’m taking the Z-fs. Will buy the small lens with stabilization for video and the pancake for photos. Doing shorts doc. But I insert stills. Wish you could read me @MBDronePhoto
im still perfectly happy with my z50, as a compagnon to my z6, could use ibis though, hopefully in next model
The Z50 was the first camera I brought back in 2018, I wanted the Z6 but they didn’t have a lens for it and the salesperson said buy the lens and they would ship it to me, I was I want to use the camera now. So the Z50 was purchased. I promised myself a camera after going through chemotherapy for cancer. The only thing I was disappointed with is that there is no external Jack for a manual release. I did purchase the L7 for it and I have 2 spare batteries. I own a Z6II now also. I just wish they had fully articulating screens. As I do astrophotography and nighttime photography and my body doesn’t bend as good now in weird positions. I like the Zfc as it brings back that nostalgia of when I got into photography many years ago with a Pentax ME then got 2 Nikon FM 10’s later on for astrophotography. I have owned Olympus OM’s and Canon digital Rebel series also.
Wasn't the Z50 released in 2019?
Zfc all day, every day! With the silver 16-50mm, 28mm 2.8 SE, 40mm 2.0 and Viltrox 85mm 1.8. And now I'm waiting on Nikon to give me a wide aps-c zoom! Are you listening Nikon?
Becky, one work around for the z-50 is to mount it in a cage (1/2 only, the botom is uncaged, to use the screen)- this allows any of the 1/4"-20 tpi threaded holes to mount the tripod to, allowing the camera to be upside down, with the screen clear of obstructions, just have to 'invert' the screen & perhaps the footage, for correct orientation of the image , think this is also a feature in some menu setting, just like the portrait/landscape focus point switch feature for stills.
So apparently everyone in the comments has a z50 I on the other hand have a Z30 and am loving it
Nice comparison video
I have three Z cameras, including the Zfc, which is my “fun” camera, which I use like a film camera with FTZ and old vintages lenses. I love the Z 28mm SE and 40mm f2 on the Zfc. I would really love a small fast-ish wide angle prime for DX …a 24 or 28 mm equivalent on the Zfc. Fun street camera.
Do I want a ZFc full frame…hmmmm, yes!
I bought the Z50 beginning this year as a travel and general walk around camera. I didn't expect this but I absolutely adore this camera. It is small and light with stunning IQ. Some say this is an entry level camera. But besides the price there is nothing entry level about this camera. It is very capable!
It's a great camera, I want to upgrade to full frame but not sure the extra cost will get that much of a better pic. I look at the pics I've taken with the Z50 and have been so impressed and I do wonder weather I would get any better for a Z6iii, Z7iii, Z8 or Z9.
@@SimonChiarvesio I have a Z50, Z6II and a D850. I also print my images on a Canon Pro 100 printer. I honestly can't tell the difference, while printing normal sizes (up to A3+), between the Z50 and the D850. I mainly shoot landscapes by the way. Yes FF has a lot of advantages; bigger sensor typically are better at gathering more light. However, a FF camera won't make you a better photographer. I would advise against upgrading just for the sake of upgrading. The better question is: does the Z50 hold you back or not. If the answer is no then there is no need to upgrade. If you do have plans to upgrade in the future then I would invest in lenses that are FF and shoot with these on you Z50 until it starts to hold you back.
@@pascalhibon7928 many thanks for the reply and the advice. I will bear that in mind. I do wish Nikon had more Z Lens with VR. A nice 25mm or 50mm prime Z Lens with VR would be great for use on the Z50 but I'm sure in time Nikon will or another manufacturer will. Many thanks again.
@@SimonChiarvesio Yeah, the number of VR Z lenses is not high. I sometimes use the 28mm f2.8 on the Z50 which works great. And I don't really miss VR. It is a great compact, light and cheap lens. Same goes for the 40mm (which I don't own).
@@pascalhibon7928 Thanks I will look at the 28mm for Z, many thanks again for your advice.
Well I have all three cameras and my choice is the Zfc. I just wished it didn't have the 30 minute time limit. My Z30 is overheating while recording internally 35 to 45 minutes and externally about an hour using Ecamm Live. Of course I live in Texas and it is hot! Stay Safe and Keep Smiling! God Save the King! Cheers!
Does zfc have any overheating issues and how is 1080p video quality of zfc over z30. Can we start recording again after 30 minute time limit.
Great review and comparison. Each of these cameras has their own specific use, but, can one camera do it all? This is why Nikon makes several cameras, and hopefully more very soon.
I bought the z30 partly due to long record time, also for the low cost along with kit lens and 18-140mm so it is a great travel kit also. Doing videos I don't miss the EVF too much. However I have a Z5 for that when I want to use it.
I just picked up a Black Zfc from Japan and attached my home made grip that I used to use on my Nikkormat EL which was the shape of the old MD 12 Motor Drive. I love this combination. Reminds me of my Black FE with the same MD12 motor drive . I’m really enjoying this combination and just picked up the new 24 1.7 lens which has really nice bokeh. I compared it to my full frame 24 F2 Ais lens and the rendering is similar. I haven’t shot the DX format since I had my D300. I had a number of the DX lenses sitting around like the 11 to 16 2.8 Tokina and my 18 to 70 Nikkor zoom as well as 30 1.4 Sigma, which I really loved when I had the D300 in use. It’s nice to be using these lenses again as I really enjoyed using them because they all had their own special character. Thanks for the review and look forward to next one. Regards, Gerry.
Maybe I could ask you two the question because you deal with Nikon exclusively. Is there any reason why Nikon has never come out with a Z 30 camera with a evf viewfinder like the Sony 6000 series which has been an incredible popular camera line for them. It doesn’t make sense that Nikon hasn’t competed with that camera line. Regards Gerry
I’ve had the Z50 for a year now. It’s a brilliant little camera!🇨🇦
Of these three. I have the Zfc ... I ordered it with the 28mm SE lens the day they announced it. I have at that time borrowed a Z50 from Nikon for a couple of weeks, so I knew it was a god camera for the price. And the fact that the Zfc was "the same camera" helped me in my decision to choose that one. Why I my choice was the Zfc?
1. The look of it. I was really blown off my chair with the look. If I ever find a good bargin on a FM2/FM3 camera I will get one ... I love the retro look. And on the package I got when I bought it Nikon Store Europe included a leather strap ...
2. The USB-C and the fact that you can power the camera and run the camera with USB-C.
3. The screen ...I do not know how much sake the team making the Z50 have had before opening their CAD-program and designing the Z50 ... Why did they make the screen go that way?
I still love my Zfc. And I use it sometimes as my only camera for weekends and family things. Sometimes as my backup, when I don't want to bring two Z6II with me. And sometimes as third backup camera together with my two Z6ii ... It is small and takes almost no space in my bag :)
FOR NIKON!
It is time for a Z50II and time do discontinue the Z50 ... Or make a Z40 with the same camera spec but articulated screen like the Z30 but with a viewfinder. And with USB-C charging. Then wait three months and give us a Z60 A DX camera in a Z6ii/Z7ii housing ... make it like a mirrorless D500?
IBIS, IBIS to all the models!!!!! I would love a z90 as a tribute to the D90 that will have an amazing grip, articulated screen, IBIS, viewfinder, very good autofocus, very good low light performance! Yes, I do want the perfect camera!
For pure photographic use the flip screen on Z50 is actually more comfortable to use in my opinion. I own Z50 (with Nikkor Z DX 16-50, Z DX 50-250, Z 28mm F2.8, and FTZ adapter + 35mm 1.8 and sigma 17-50 2.8). I bought it when there was no Zfc, now I would propably choose Zfc for its awesome look and dials contols (and lack of touch buttons which irritate me in Z50). But the flip screen is better for me in Z50.
I was considering switching to Z5 with 24-70 or 24-200 lens (there are currently deals to buy the set), but in the end I think I will stick with Z50 for now, as it is more compact and light. The weight was the reason I bought Z50 in the first place, I own also D7100 and I stopped taking it for my trips because of its size and weight, so going back to big camera and lens with Z5 is propably not a good idea for me.
Very helpful video! If I were to pick amongst the three, I'd personally go with the Zfc, along with an extra grip attachment 9and the FTZ2 adapter) to make it feel like a newer camera, mainly due to the Z50's tilt screen limitations. I currently have a d5200 that I've owned new since 2013, so I'm guessing I'm due for an upgrade! -Rick W
Every time I borrow my wife’s Zfc I get a bit of envy. A full frame version would tip me over the edge and bankrupt me 🤣
There should be 2 models of the z30 one with a view finder and one without.. why they didn't include one is beyond me it would be the perfect little all around camera...
There is a lot of complaining about the pop-down screen on the Z50.
Now, let me ask you a question:
Why do you think Casey Neystat always uses sunglasses in his videos?
He answered and he said: It's because if he looks at the screen on a camera with a flip out screen it looks like he doesn't look AT the camera when vlogging. With a flip-down screen this is less of an issue. Think about that. Just get a thing that let you mount a tripod on the side.
As for using it while taking pictures. I actually prefer the Z50 screen. It's more natural to have it tilt the way it does.
actually i think i will put an external ovf on a z30 for my still photography
Got both taking the z30 on vacation for the small factor and a DJI mini drone.
Missed VERY feature if you want to use longer lens. the Z 50 is the only camera of the three. I own two Z fcs, but only use the 16-50 kit lens. Thom Hogan emphasizes this on his awesome sans mirror site! I leave a 50-250 kit lens with hood and polarizing filter on the Z 50..
I have the Zfc for awhile now and I love love love it. Viltrox 56 just arrived so looking forward to shooting with it. Also have 16-50 and adapter for my older Nikon lenses. It a great camera looks cool too. Thanks for the review im happy with my choice.
Does zfc have any heating issues while video recording especially at 1080p. And how is video quality with kit lens. Thanks.
Everybody should spend the $8 and get an aftermarket dual battery charger that's takes USB-C. This is the solution. When I'm at the hotel; I can charge BOTH batteries at the same time, and having an external charge is super important; you can be charging the backup battery while you are using the primary one. And this setup; dependent on a USB-C which the cameras are as well; if you are recording and low battery and in a jam; you can plug the USB-C into the camera and power it; or if you aren't recording; powerpack with the charger; and your 2nd battery is topped off.
Amazing video quality!😮 Mind if i ask what camera you used in here? Good comparison with these 2 hotties. Thank you, you just help me choose which one to go to.❤
Hey, this video was shot on a nikon z6 and z 24-70mm f/2.8 s lens. Hope this helps!
For DX video, Nikon needs to deliver wider (17 or shorter) & brighter VR lenses. Unclear if the 12-28 DX will be brighter than f3.5 through its range (assuming it has VR). The current 16-50 is too dark and optically meh.
Yes. And the 16-35 isn't wide enough for vlogging as well. I hope nikon brings a wider and faster zoom and a few small primes (maybe Tamron can make them now that they're officially partners).
Nicon Z 30 i'am like it, but not have viewfinder, so i'am choice canon m50marlk2. Btw what is your name the girls on video, becouse very2 beautyful
I would like a Z50 with IBIS and a fully articulating screen.
Ibis not
I had the ZFC when it came out love it
Great video as always guys, have the Z50 and it's great, do want to go full frame but not sure what's next and better. Z8, Z6iii or Z7iii?
My D5600 and many DX lenses make me want to look for DX Z camera body. I don't want to use DX lenses on my Z5. It's Z30 or Z50 but maybe it's better to wait for II version of Z50.
What a luscious man.
I'm waiting for Zfc 2 with 4k60 and a few more apsc lenses.
How can the z30 be for vlogging when it doesn't have image stabilization???? And in 2022 none of them has!!!! I own the zfc, it's a beauty but the lack of grip and the lack of IS is just frustrating... And yes there are third party grips, I have bought one, but still it's not the same....
Thankyou, for doing this, esp. in this time, with all that is going on, to all of you, our Wishes, and understanding, hope Charles III is as good a King as QE2 was a Queen.
2 things I noticed almost immediately, Z30 has a poor battery. Second, in the bright daylight the lcd screen is unusable. For still photography I would go with the other ones.
Like my ZFC with the 50-250 lense as not a blogger. Good companion to my Z6 which i understand will no longer be available.
Great Video! Thank you for this.
I'm using Z30 as a walkabout travel camera
These crop sensor cameras from Nikon all look like entry level cameras. When is Nikon going to come up with a REAL mirrorless replacement for the D500? Wildlife photographers would like to know.
Would you recommend to buy Nikon D500 in 2024 or not.? I am that unlucky person who have professional DX lenses like nikon 17-55mm f2.8g and 1.4D and i am a still wedding and event photographer. Can we compare ZFC with Nikon D500.? Any help
one other ommission for video, esp considering the battery life issue, is the Z7-2 or the Z6/6-2 as they all offer a battery grip compatability, but also these have the full 47 MP resolution, so can offer better quality, even if you end up downsizing the footage to the vloging area, the full 15 stop dynamic range and colour space is still there, so more than enough, even if some data is lost through this downsize.
What are those red-and-black strap-like attachments on your Z50?
They are Peak Design anchors Coin :)
I wish instead of z30 they made z50 mkii, i don't really understand why z30 exists, it's a good/quality camera, killer sensor, resolves most issues of the z50 (apart from headphone jack perhaps) and it deserves an evf, i don't get it, it's not like evf would make it worse or significantly more expensive, or perhaps influencers and bloggers don't like having evf, i don't know man.
Z30 comparison with Sony and canon camera for vlogger
The first video i see from you guys. great info.... Background music is too loud and overpowering your voices. I couldn't finish the vid. Work on your audio mix. i look forward to seeing more>
I use ZFC next to my Z6.
Nikonians are awaiting the much hyped Z70 / Z90 APSc 26MP/33MP Stacked Sensor as a Pro grade Z series Mirrorless bodies... Nikon shouldn't delay the release any longer... Else customer's will switch to other competitors who are already offering such solutions....
they have already switched and they are mocking us....
What about asking Nikon to release a wide angle lens for mirrorless Z cameras, indeed the selection of DX lenses is very poor
They seem to have abandoned us who are not willing to spend money on their expensive full frame cameras and lenses
What's the point in releasing another DX mirrorless with the same poor selection of lenses?
Have shot with Nikon all of my life and dx suites me fine and my D500 is going nowhere.So a small compact mirrorless dx would compliment it just fine so what is the problem.I want compact dx lenses from Nikon not being not being expected to use the larger fx glass.The market is shrinking and more customers want small so wake up and smell the coffeee Nikon otherwise Fuji will get my dx compact money.
Kon seems to think Dx is inferior . But seems to forget Nikon has sold thousands of dx cameras every you for the past 20yrs and still does . I know he jokes but as Nikon person he should show how good it really is lol
Like most people if you put a picture in front of him then asked what it was taken with...? I rest my case.
Z50 has a bulit in flash. Not a big dill, but better than nothing. Actually the flash is not bad for a close range.
You are right Young beauty but if you wanna shoot a Weeding it will be painfully experience if You blow pictures without EVF 🤨 Z-50 is more universal tool to work wit it ..
I think i will use my 👁️ for framing. so i will pick the Z30 😂😂😂.
Z50
Just a little thing concerning the Z30, it can record up to 125 minutes only in 1080p 24/25fps, in 4K it will overheat in around 35 minutes and both theses timers are at 25°C.
That's a thing that nikon tells us in very little on their website when you check what they wrote about recording time you get a little "5" and when you ckeck said "5" you can read the following :
"⁵ In Full HD/24p/25p at 25℃/77℉. The camera’s ability to always achieve the full 125 minutes is dependent on conditions like battery life or the camera’s internal temperature. Approx. 35 minutes of recording time is available in 4K UHD."
So yeah... that's kinda sad when the ZV-E10 basicaly never overheat even in 4K...