Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.
| Genre | Nikon Coolpix P1100 | Z50 II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait | +2.8 | ||
| Street | +3.0 | ||
| Travel | +3.1 | ||
| Wedding & Events | +2.9 | ||
| Vlogging & Video | +3.7 | ||
| Filmmaking | +2.6 | ||
| Documentary | +3.3 | ||
| Sports & Action | +3.5 | ||
| Landscape | +2.3 | ||
| Wildlife | +3.1 | ||
| Casual | +3.7 | ||
| Food | +2.2 | ||
| Macro | +2.8 | ||
| Architecture | +1.4 | ||
| Astrophotography | +3.0 |
| Spec | Nikon Coolpix P1100 | Z50 II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £979 | £899 | |
| Released | 2025 | 2024 | ↓ |
| Sensor | 15.9MP 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS | |
| Resolution | 16MP | 21MP | ↑ |
| Video | 4K/30p | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log | |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | |
| Stabilisation | 4-stop IBIS | No stabilisation | |
| Burst Rate | 7fps | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | ↑ |
| Battery Life | 250 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) | ↑ |
| Weight | 1,410g (with battery and card) | 385g (body only) | ↓ |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | Yes | ↑ |
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF, 2.36M dots | |
| Screen | Vari-angle screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | |
| Mount | Fixed 125x zoom lens (24-3000mm equivalent) | Nikon Z-mount | |
| Memory Cards | Single SD | Single SD UHS-I slot |
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