Nikon today announced the release of the APS-C size (Nikon DX-format) Nikon Z50II mirrorless camera for which the Nikon Z mount has been adopted.
NIKON Z50II PRIMARY FEATURES
Picture Controls and Imaging Recipes that support your creativity
The Nikon Z50II supports Imaging Recipes that provide opportunities to discover and try new styles of imaging expression using Nikon Imaging Cloud. Users are able to not only save their own adjustments to colour, brightness, contrast, etc. as recipes, but they can also download colour presets recommended by Nikon or carefully crafted by established creators to the Z50II (free of charge) and save them as Cloud Picture Controls.
In addition, a new Picture Control button has been added to the camera, allowing users to access a wide range of colour presets in just one step. Users will enjoy the convenience of being able to quickly change the active Picture Control while shooting, even in Auto shooting mode. Recipes downloaded and saved to the camera can also be used immediately, making it as easy to enjoy more diverse imaging expression as it is to change film or filters.
A new Limit Picture Control selection that displays the most frequently used items has also been added, allowing users to quickly access their favourite imaging styles. The effects of Picture Controls can be previewed in the live view display of the camera monitor or electronic viewfinder (EVF), making it possible for users to achieve images just as they intended.
Superior shooting performance inherited from top-tier models
The Z50II is equipped with the same EXPEED 7 image-processing engine as the Z9. In addition to supporting the same nine types of subject detection as our flagship model, the performance of [AF-A], which automatically sets the AF mode in accordance with subject movement and changes in composition, has greatly increased. The camera can focus on the intended subject without any adjustment of settings, even when photographing subjects whose movements are unpredictable, such as pets and children.
When operating in AUTO shooting mode, utilisation of EXPEED 7’s superior image-processing performance and Nikon’s proprietary deep learning technology makes it possible for the camera to analyse and recognise the subject and scene, and then to automatically optimise AF, flash control, and exposure control values such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity settings. By simply holding the camera and releasing the shutter at the desired moment, users can expect to capture photos in ways suited to the scene, such as those with beautiful background bokeh or sharp photos with little subject blur.
Enhanced video performance for full-scale video recording
The EXPEED 7 image-processing engine supports the creation of high-resolution 4K UHD video with 5.6K oversampling [1]. It also supports the recording of N-Log video that offers subtle and rich tonal gradation, enabling high-quality video recording.
Furthermore, the Z50II is the first Z-series camera to feature Product review mode that focuses on objects in the foreground, as well as a video self-timer function that allows the user to specify an interval of [2 s] or [10 s] before recording begins after the record button is pressed. This simplifies the editing process by eliminating the need to capture unnecessary footage in advance, which is very useful when recording review videos and vlogging. In addition, support for USB streaming (UVC/UAC) allows users to easily deliver clear images for online meetings and live video streaming by simply connecting the camera to a computer or smartphone.
High-luminance EVF for brighter and clearer viewing
At 1000 cd/m2, the EVF built into the Z50II is roughly twice as bright as that built into the Nikon Z50, allowing easy checking of focus and details at the edges of the frame, even in bright surroundings such as outdoors on a sunny day. Reducing the difference in brightness between the viewfinder display and that visible with the naked eye makes it easier to achieve the desired images. It also reduces eye strain and fatigue during shooting. The bright EVF supports the unique experience of shooting through a camera viewfinder and allows users to concentrate on the subject and scene in front of them for more enjoyable shooting.
For more information on all the additional features of the new Z50II, please refer to Annex A.
MC-DC3 REMOTE CORD PRIMARY FEATURES
Nikon Australia Pty Ltd. today also announced the release of MC-DC3 Remote Cord, a remote cord compatible with the Z50II. From starry skies and nighttime scenes, or commercial (product) photography, the MC-DC3 Remote Cord is useful in minimising the effects of camera shake when using a tripod. It can also be used for remote photography to release the shutter at a distance from the camera. The shutter-release button can be locked in a fully-pressed position for long exposures (bulb shooting) or held down for continuous shooting. It can also be held halfway down for shooting with less release time-lag.
Availability
For more information on the new Nikon Z50II, MC-DC3 Remote Cord and other Nikon products, please visit https://www.nikon.com.au/.
