Which should I do!
Nikon's APS-C mirrorless SLR "Z 50" was released in 2019.It is a small, lightweight and high -quality camera that has a hot gaze from Nikon users as well as Nikon users as well as other manufacturers.
Actually, I use Nikon's D3400 as a camera for interviews, but I thought it would be a mirrorless single -lens camera, so I was considering buying Z50.At the time of the interview, I often bring a computer in addition to the camera, so I wanted to make the camera as small as possible.
but!Nikon today announced a new APS-C mirrorless single-lens camera.The name is "Z FC".Let's take a look at what kind of camera it is finished.
Classical design
Z FC is the 7th model of the mirrorless single -lens "Z" series.The basic performance is almost the same as Z50, but the design has changed dramatically.Z FC's classical design incorporates the elements of the company's FM2 FM2.Speaking of Nikon's classical design, there is a digital SLR "Nikon DF", but is it the same in terms of concept?
"FC", the product name "FC", means fusion (fusion) and inherit "F", which was crowned by Nikon's SLR camera."C" also has the meaning of Casual.Recently, many compact mirrorless lips have used classical design, which is received by light users.Certainly, if you imagine walking around the city from your neck, you will see a classical design.It seems to be accepted not only by old camera enthusiasts, but also by those who enjoy photos casually.
If you look at the top, what a classical Z FC.There are three ISO dials, shutter speed dials, exposure compensation dials, and three dials.。
The aperture value is displayed in this small liquid crystal.It's cute.
Yes, "Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm F/3" attached to the lens kit.5-6."3 VR" is silver color together with Z FC. It is cool.
Please pay attention to the back.The Z FC is equipped with the first vari -angle liquid crystal of the Z series (Z 50 is a lower tilt type).You can shoot at a more free angle.
Comparison with my brother Z50.The performance is almost the same, but some are different
From the front, Z FC and Z50 are pasitable.The size is almost the same as Z 50.However, the grip on the Z 50 has a flat design instead of Z FC.
You can see the difference between the two from the top.Z 50 full of dials to simple Z 50.If you look at the design alone, it will be quite good for the classical Z FC.The position of the shutter button is also different.The thickness of the eyepiece is thinner and refreshing.
Regarding functions, the base specifications are the same as Z50.The difference is that the pupil AF / animal AF compatible at the time of video shooting, USB power supply compatible, live view display is turned off, leveling design changes, built -in strobe omission.Mirrorless SLRs are a little worried about the battery, so it is quite attractive to support USB power.
This time, the new lens "Nikkor Z 28mm F/2.8 (Special Edition) was also announced. This is a single focus lens compatible with FX format. It can also be used with FX format cameras such as Z5, Z6 II, and Z7II. It is a special edition that matches the Z FC design.It is a classical design.
Was the design as it is simpler and better?
If you pick it up, it feels more compact than Z50, whether the flat design without grip stands out (the actual vertical and horizontal size is not so different).However, when you actually put it, there is a moderate hold feeling and it is not difficult to shoot.I guess the body balance is good.
The texture is like a classical SLR, and you can feel a sense of luxury.Since there is no aperture ring on the lens, it is necessary to set only the aperture with a sub dial, but otherwise, set it from the dial on the top.This type has the advantage that the shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation value can be confirmed even if the camera is not turned on.
However, Z FC is a model that includes light camera layers as the meaning of "Casual".Although the light layer has a classical design, the operability may be difficult to use if it is classical.Of course, Z FC can be taken with full auto, but I wondered if there was no dial so far.I guess it would be more motivated to take pictures to be able to shoot quickly.
The joy and suffering of choosing whether to make Z FC or Z 50
The Z FC with a classical design based on Z 50, which has a reputation for its good image.Reservations will start from July 1st, and will be released in late July.The expected actual selling price is about 130,000 yen for the body alone, Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm F/3.5-6.3 The zoom lens kit attached to VR is about 150,000 yen, Nikkor Z 28mm F/2.The single focus lens kit attached to 8 (Special Edition) is about 160,000 yen.Nikkor Z 28mm F/2.The 8 (Special Edition) lens alone (the suggested retail price: 42790 yen) is scheduled to be released in early October, so you can purchase a lens kit as soon as possible.
Design, performance, price.The APS-C mirrorless SLR was quite well-balanced, and it looked very attractive to my eyes.Conversely, for those who were thinking about buying Z50, the worries may have increased.
However, it is quite excellent as a first mirrorless single -lens camera.It is a model that seems to be addicted to a wide range of applications, such as those who want to start a camera, step -ups from Condigi, and the second camera.
I almost decided to buy Z50, but the appearance of Z FC has increased my choices.That's a very nice thing, but the problem has emerged whether to use Z 50 or Z FC.Is it easy to use Z50, which is easy to use and has a good actual selling price, or a Z FC, which has a slightly more functional aspect with a classical design?This is a rather difficult problem.
Which is you?
