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Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z50II

Short AnswerNikon Z fc wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.

By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read

Camera A

Nikon Z fc

Launch Price
$960
Announced
2021-06
MirrorlessAPS-C20.9 MPNikon Z
VS
Camera B

Nikon Z50II

Launch Price
$910
Announced
2024-11
MirrorlessAPS-C20.9 MPNikon Z

Winner By Photographic Discipline

ResolutionTie
Autofocus PointsTie
Battery LifeNikon Z fc
WeightNikon Z fc
Launch PriceNikon Z50II

Key Technical Performance Deltas

Resolution (MP)
A
20.9
B
20.9
Battery (Shots)
A
310
B
220
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A
445
B
550
AF Points
A
209
B
209

Form Factor

Nikon Z fc
134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5 mm
Nikon Z50II
127 × 96.8 × 66.5 mm

Reasons To Choose Each

Choose Nikon Z fc If…

  • Higher battery life (310 shots vs 220 shots)
  • Lighter body (445 g vs 550 g)

Choose Nikon Z50II If…

  • Costs less at launch ($909.95 vs $959.95)

How To Choose Between Them

Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.

Comprehensive Specification Table

SpecNikon Z fcNikon Z50II
Sensor
FormatAPS-CAPS-C
Megapixels20.9 MP20.9 MP
Sensor TypeCMOSBSI CMOS
Max Native ISO5120051200
Autofocus
AF Points209209
Low-Light AF-4.5 EV-9 EV
Speed
Mechanical Burst5 fps11 fps
Fastest Mechanical Shutter1/40001/4000
Viewfinder & Screen
ViewfinderEVFEVF
EVF Resolution2.36M2.36M
LCD Size3"3.2"
LCD TypeVari-angleVari-angle
Video
Best Video4K 30p4K 60p
Internal Color8-bit 4:2:010-bit H.265
Log Profile—N-Log
Body
Weight445 g550 g
Card Slots11
Battery (CIPA)310 Shots220 Shots
Launch Price959.95909.95

Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.