Nikon removes their first mirrorless DX crop sensor camera from their Z lineup.

Search all of Robert G Allen Photography articles:

Nikon Z50 with the NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lens

Nikon has removed their original DX cropped sensor mirrorless camera, the Z50. It was welcomed with much excitement when it was originally launched because it meant that Nikon was committed to establishing a line of crop sensor DX cameras as part of their Z mirrorless camera lineup. Here are a few photos taken while I had the Z50.

Nikon Z50 with the NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lens

I owned the Z50 for a short while after it was released but after purchasing the Z50II and still not being satisfied with the image quality, mostly because of the lack of Nikkor quality DX mirrorless lenses, I sold the Z50II and have never returned to DX after that. Well, OK, I did have the Zfc for a short while but sold that also, for the same reason, lack of good glass. Yes, I’m aware of the 2 new DX lenses Nikon just released but for me, it’s too late. I’m heavily invested in full frame cameras and lenses and at this point, see no reason to turn back to DX cameras (see my current gear list). Maybe when I’m old and too weak to carry around the Z8 or Z9, then perhaps, I may return to Nikon DX cameras. Only time will tell.

Nikon Z50 with the NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lens

Nikon Z50 with the NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lens

Nikon Z50 with the NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR lens

NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens

Let me know in the comments below if you have owned or own the original Nikon Z50 (no login required to leave a comment.)