Nikon Unveils Z 50 - 20.9MP APS-C Mirrorless Alternative to High-Priced Full-frame DSLRs

Nikon unveiled the latest in their lineup of mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras: the APS-C format Nikon Z 50. With a 20.3MP sensor (just a tad smaller than the one found in the D500 DSLR), this camera boasts an impressive array of features. Also new (which hearkens back to Nikon's heyday in camera-dom) is the Nikkor Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct lens - a lens for all you night owls with a Z-series camera. Here are more details, per Nikon.

Nikon Z 50 DX Mirrorless Camera and NIKKOR Z DX Lenses Highlights:

• Features a DX-format 20.9-megapixel CMOS sensor
• Boasts a lightweight and compact body with a magnesium alloy frame for increased portability and durability
• Includes a 209-point Hybrid AF System with Eye Detection AF
• Features a native ISO up to 51,200 and is capable of up to 11 fps of continuous shooting
• Offers a variety of video capabilities including 4K video capture with built-in 120p slow-motion, time-lapse, an interval timer as well as in-camera video trimming
• Includes Creative Picture Controls and Special Effects modes for a unique shooting style and Scene mode to streamline controls for beginners
• Boasts a 3.2-inch LCD flip-down screen ideal for selfie taking and vlogging
• Offers a silent shutter function for discrete shooting
• The NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR and NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lenses boast ultra-compact designs, a 16mm flange focal distance, and in-lens optical Vibration Reduction (VR) technology
• The Z 50 will be available November 2019 for an SRP of $859.95 (body-only), $999.95 (one-lens kit with the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm lens), and $1349.95 (two-lens with the NIKKOR Z 16-50mm and NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm)

NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct Lens Highlights:

• Incredible maximum aperture of f/0.95 for a dramatic depth of field and next-level low light performance
• Joins the S-Line of NIKKOR Z lenses, promising the most advanced NIKKOR optical technology: high resolution image quality, beautiful bokeh, unrivaled optical performance and superior point-image reproduction
• Controls sagittal coma flare, allowing for sharper portraits, landscape images and low light capability
• Features an ARNEO Coat and Nano Crystal Coat for minimal ghosting flare and incident light reflection
• Includes a felt-lined lens hood offering superb image rendering and preventing additional reflection
• The NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct lens will be available on October 31, 2019 for an SRP of $7,999.95