Nikon Z50 vs Zfc vs Z30 - Which Should You Buy?

Knowing which Nikon DX Camera is the best for your needs, or which you should buy, when choosing from the Nikon Z50, Zfc and Z30 can be hard. I created this video to help with that challenge.

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🛒CONTENTS
Intro 0:00
Specifications and functions they have in common 0:40
Small specifications differences 2:03
Nikon Z50 body 3:02
Nikon Zfc body 5:07
SmallRig L bracket for Zfc 6:12
Nikon Z30 body 7:41
Price difference 9:24
Who should get the Zfc, what for and why 9:57
Who should get the Zfc, what for and why 10:28
Who should get the Zfc, what for and why 11:31

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[RalphMayhewPhotography]

Which one, The Nikon Z50, Zfc or Z30, appeals most to you and why?

[mountainmanandislandlady]

Mate this is a great explanation thank you. looking for a backup video option for wedding ceremonies and you got straight to the point. liked and subscribed. keep up the good work

[ruik]

I bought Nikon Z30 for photography and it takes beautiful photos. I think EVF isnt that useful, screen really bright and i dont feel lack of evf. I also love size of this cameras, its pretty small.

[reddevil]

I took the z50 (with both kit lenses and a 50mm 1.8G) on a big hike in the Himalayas. It was between the z50 and my trusty D810….the little mirrorless camera blew me away. It’s the same beautiful Nikon raw files I love. Robust, familiar and ergonomically perfect. What they’ve done with the mirrorless system has been impressive. 🧐👏

[neklamp]

I have the zfc. I love it! I bought that instead of the z50 because of the flip out screen and the type c port that lets you charge it even if the camera is on. The lack of grip was a stress factor at first but then I bought the Smallrig bracket and I don't worry anymore. I would never choose the z30 because it doesn't have a viewfinder.

[johannbuergler]

I have been with nikon for many years. My last nikon dslr was the nikon 7100 and i would`nt consider myself a beginner. About a year ago i bought a z50, mostly to have a small travel-camera on my side, and I`m amased by the picture-quality, the z50 delivers. That`s what I`m interested in: picture-quality! Beside that, with the ftz- adapter i can use all my great nikon prime lenses!

[joesjunkgarage]

Absolutely wonderful video! Best source of information on the variations of the Nikon Z DX cameras! Thank you for sharing.

[jtap]

Thanks! I’m thinking of getting either the ZFC, love the old school look; or the z30, seem the better way to do videos.

[adrianvanleeuwen]

I was torn between between Zfc and Z30 and it was no go on Z50 as I needed full rotating screen for vlogging. I decided on Z30 as it has Usb C plug in for continuous power for studio setup. I would only miss the evf, but then again I have other cameras like Z5 with it, but that one is sometimes bulkier to take along for everyday street use and family use, compared to the smaller z30. I will get the kit lens and z 18-140mm for decent zoom in apsc. Thanks for review, it helped me decide.

[ChristopherChin]

Good one .. Thanks. I use the ZFC for travel mostly. The "retro" look means I don't stand out during street photography as I use often the pancake kit zoom lens. I use the adaptor F II Z for my other stable of lenses and have found they work quite nicely, especially the f1.8 prime lenses. Light and compact ... suits my needs.

[jbing]

Just bought the Z50 two weeks ago, no regrets. The built-in flash is handy and I could never see myself shooting outside in a bright sunny environment without a viewfinder on my camera, that's why I could not choose the Z30. I have chosen the 18-140 lens and the 12-28, they should cover most situations. It would be nice travelling that light now.

[KrisFlint]

I have recently purchased a Zfc in chalk blue, absolutely loving it so far. I am really looking forward to learning more.
I must admit the retro look did take a part in my choice.
I also have the small rig grip, makes such a great difference.

[GustavoFritz-ruoh]

Obrigado, me esclareceu muito. Estava louco por uma zfc, pelo estilo, entendi que a z50 me cai melhor. Há muitos anos tive uma d5100 e sinto saudades dela, mas quero uma boa câmera, porém compacta.

[jasonr]

I bought the Z30 for video only. I have a Z8 and a Z7ii, and although the video on the Z8 is great, it’s too heavy and more than I need for 85 percent of my video needs. The Z30 mounted to my gimbal creates awesome video.

[psoon]

I’m turning blue holding my breath for a DX Z body with IBIS

[Grungedude]

I love my Z50 originally bought it for my trip to Iceland. It’s been on many more adventures in the last 6 months.

[helugomez]

I have recently started to study photography, and I'm facing the biggest decision to make, which in this case is, what camera to buy. I was in between the Z30 and the Z50. This video helped me out to clarify what's the best option for a beginner like me, and by the end of the video I was able to come to a conclusion. Very well done.

[georgivelev]

Thank you for the informative video! Based on it and what I’ve read so far, my clear pick would be the Z30 - because of its swivel screen and compact size. It actually resembles a mobile phone with the ability to mount a much powerful lens than what’s available on the phones. Would enjoy taking action photographs of my dog with it. I’ve gone through every possible camera format - DX, FX, 1” and again DX - at the moment I have a Nikon D5600. Loved the pictures coming from FX bodies, if only weren’t the lenses so big! I think DX offers a good compromise for general photography. Hopefully, Nikon will not abandon the DX line and will release an updated version of the Z50 with a fully articulated screen and a usb-c.

[joncothranphotography]

Great review Legend! I like the thoughts of the Zfc. If I were to have the choice, it would be the one. I really like the classic design. I don't think that I will be laying down my old Canon for a while though... Keep up the great work, Sir!

[batner]

I was looking for something that could zoom better than my compact g7x ii and has a view finder. Saw a good deal on Z50 "double kit" 16-50 and 50-250 lenses.

Now I'm trying to figure out if i should go for it. It is a bit more expensive than RX10 iii and less expensive than RX10 iv but those are 1" sensor bridges just like my g7x ii and maybe it is a time to upgrade?

Zfc looks cool but I grew up with the soviet Zenit-E SLR and I don't have any nostalgic feelings for it. I still have it and I havent felt the need to load it with film since I got my first 12MP digital canon camera.

They should have added a film roller handle to force a roll back every 36 shots. That would be funny 😂