Nikon Z50: first APS-C mirrorless Z-system camera. Is it worth to use it instead of a DSLR?
Why should the beginners take it under consideration? First of all, Z50 is small and easy to use every day and keep it in any dentist office. One of the features we like is its ability to remember individual settings.
Unfortunately, its performance is not enough to satisfy professional dental photographers. The main disadvantage is the lack of matrix stabilization, which is essential when it comes to dental photography. What’s more, the Z50 has only one memory card slot and battery, that will last only for 300 photographs.
But, of course, this camera has some advantages. We like its magnesium frame, big and convenient grip, 3,2″ touchscreen and electronic viewer with 0,68x zoom and 2,36m resolution. The producer assures that the 209-point AF system will make us happy, especially it cooperates with the eye-tracking system.
What about the lenses?
Here is the rub. The biggest problem for professionals is the limited availability of DX lenses with Nikkor Z bayonet. Of course, one can use the adapters, but – as we all know – it’s not so comfortable. If you need a camera for professional photography, you might wait for a wider range of lenses.
Nikon Z50 will be available in November, and its price is a really nice surprise. The body will cost $859. Very reasonable price for a beginner.
Is it the end of the DSLR?
We appreciate that Nikon refreshes its offer with this Z50. We see it as an equivalent of D7000, even though it looks as a smaller Z6 or Z7.
Nikon gives us a signal: the DSLR era is coming to an end. But is it really? Mirrorless cameras are of course smaller, lighter, more modern. But is it enough to push the good old DSLRs out of the market? After all, the optical viewfinder seems to be irreplaceable for some photographers.
How will this competition work out? Only time will tell.
If you’re looking for a new DSLR for your dental work, the time has come
The Canon EOS 90D is out now! After weeks of rumors, we can finally reveal all the details.
What do we get? Quite a lot. A brand new 32.5-megapixel sensor with more resolution than any other APS-C camera and uncropped 4K video for the first time in Canon’s APS-C camera range, as well as 10fps continuous shooting (11fps in Live View).
According to Canon, the EOS 90D is built on the design of the EOS 80D, with a familiar body and a large grip for better balance and handling with larger lenses. You will also find twin multi-function dials, including one newly-created multi-controller on the back, lifted from already known Canon’s pro DSLRs. The EOS 80D was one of the Canon’s best-sellers and favourite camera of dental photographers, so this feature looks great.
Dual Pixel CMOS AF system makes the EOS 90D as fast and as flexible as any mirrorless camera. What’s more to check is if its accuracy will help with focusing on objects with lower contrast, like teeth.
Canon EOS 90D: who should buy it?
In our opinion this DSLR is one of the best choices for anyone who values quality. It will make a good choice for the beginners in dental photography, but the experienced ones should be satisfied, too. The EOS 90D, with its features and price, is as good as a full-frame camera, even with its smaller sensor.
The most important features of Canon EOS 90D are:
Newly Developed 32.5 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with no loss of image quality or increased noise levels
10/11fps continuous shooting with AF and AE (11 fps in live view)
DIGIC 8 Processor for enhanced image quality and performance
New 8-way multi-controller/joystick in addition to previous 8-way multi-controller
45-point all cross-type AF system with up to 27 f/8-sensitive AF points and new Single-point Spot AF available in both conventional and Dual Pixel AF
Live view featuring ultra-low-light EV -5 AF (EV -2.5 in 4k video recording and EV -3 in Full HD)
4K UHD video at 30p/25p, uncropped or cropped (for a narrower angle of view from same focal lengths)
Dual Pixel CMOS AF with 5,481 selectable AF points and eye detection/tracking including in servo mode for both stills and video
ISO 100-25600, H(51200)
Large, intelligent viewfinder with approximately 100% viewfinder coverage
Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capability for easy/auto transfer of images and movies to compatible smart devices
Touch screen vari angle 3.0″ (77mm) 3:2 Clear View II TFT, approx. 1040K dots
New 220K pixel RGB + IR metering that now includes EOS iTR AF with face detection
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