EOS M50 IIvs Z50 IIvs Nikon Zfc
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Vlogging — EOS M50 II (2020): Canon's most approachable mirrorless — Dual Pixel AF and beautiful colour science in a beginner-friendly body.
All-Round Photography — Z50 II (2024): Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
Lifestyle, Street & Casual Shooters — Nikon Zfc (2021): Nikon's most beautiful camera — FM2-inspired dials and styling wrapped around a capable modern sensor with Z-mount access.
Who should buy what
EOS M50 II (2020)
- You want your first mirrorless camera at the lowest possible price
- You're a vlogger or content creator just starting out
- Note: EF-M mount is discontinued — consider the EOS R50 for a future-proof system
Z50 II (2024)
- You want a capable APS-C camera for travel, street, or everyday shooting
- You want improved autofocus over older Nikon APS-C bodies like the Z50 or Zfc
- You want a compact Nikon mirrorless body that uses the full Z lens system
Nikon Zfc (2021)
- You want an APS-C camera with character, physical controls, and a classic look
- You're new to serious photography and want something you'll be motivated to pick up every day
- You appreciate Nikon's FM-inspired retro design in a modern mirrorless package
Quick take: The eos m50 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m50 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M50 II (2020) | Z50 II (2024) | Nikon Zfc (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £449 | £899 | £799 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 20.9MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/25p (cropped), 1080p/60p | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 143 AF points, eye detection | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~305 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 387g body only | 385g body only | 445g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm | 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.39× | EVF, 2.36M dots | 0.39" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Nikon Z-mount | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single UHS-I SD |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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