Nikon Z8 Best Lenses: The Nikon Z8 camera features almost the same specifications that we have seen in the Nikon Z9 but at a very reasonable price tag. To get the maximum output from the Nikon Z8’s 45-megapixel stacked sensor, you have to buy the best lenses available with the highest resolving power.
The best lens for the Nikon Z8 camera is the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S. Since we are getting one of the industry’s best sensors in our hands, it’s highly recommended to match up the lens too. The first recommendation is the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S. This lens features a constant f/2.8 aperture and delivers amazingly sharp output throughout the focal range with creamy bokeh, one of the most sharp and versatile lenses present to date, this lens will cover your 99% requirements.
The biggest reason behind recommending this lens is that you can shoot almost anything with it – starting from wide-angle landscapes to longer focal-length portraits. This is one of the most versatile and sharpest lenses Nikon has ever made for full-frame cameras.
Not only optically, but the lens’s autofocus performance is also top-notch. The lens uses 2 AF drive units synchronized to deliver extremely fast and accurate AF results – even when you are using your camera at 120 frames per second or when you are using it at 20 frames per second. This lens is bound to give perfect results when paired with Z9 or Z8
The Nikon 70-200mm f2.8s lens produces incredibly sharp pictures and extracts the maximum amount of detail in your images. It is one of the best lenses to pair up with your Nikon Z8 camera. Practically no color fringing or chromatic aberration is visible in this lens. The lens is distortion-free and lens vignetting is also very minimal and can be easily corrected in post-processing.
The build quality of this lens is superb and made up of a metal body covered with rubberized material. It is extensively weather-sealed and able to deliver quality equal to its price tag.
The LCD display screen of the lens is not that much usable since we don’t have the habit of looking at the lens LCD. Maybe that’s one of the reasons I personally find the display not that much usable for me. Overall, the lens is worth every penny.
Finally, let’s talk about autofocusing performance. When paired up with a Nikon Z8 or Nikon Z9 camera which uses deep learning algorithms, the lens’s autofocusing system will improve with time. At the same time, the Z8 is capable of doing 120 AF calculations per second and supports burst speed up to 120 frames, and your lens is fully capable of synchronizing the AF performance even when shooting at max burst speed.
The image stabilization of this lens is highly reliable and you can shoot amazing pics handheld without any noticeable blur even at very slow shutter speeds when shooting at 200mm.
Although the price of this lens is approximately $2600, I have to say this lens is very reasonably priced
Why we say the 50 mm f 1.8s is the best portrait lens Nikon ever made, the reason behind is very simple. The lens f1.8 aperture can give you a focal plane of only 10 degrees from 10 feet away so you have an amazing ability in your hand to shoot beautiful background blur in any situation.
F1.8 completely eliminates the requirement of additional light, and if you are a natural light shooter you will be blown away by the quality you will have from this lens. And do note that this lens is very sharp even at a wide open aperture.
If you are a professional portrait shooter or love to capture candid shots in natural light this is the best lens your money can buy and we highly recommend you to get the 50 mm f 1.8 lens for your Nikon Z8 camera.
Now if you are running out of budget after getting your Nikon Z8 camera and wish to have a perfect all-around lens, then undoubtedly the 24-70mm f/4 lens is the best choice.
24 to 70 F4 lens is also very sharp, but you will miss the deep creamy bokeh (background blur) of the Z 24-70mm 2.8. But, keep in mind this price, you are getting optical images stabilization to which pairs of Nikon z8 6 stops of IBIS
This lens is perfect for shooting landscapes as well as streets, this is the best budget kit lens for your Nikon z8 camera
The best and the most sharpness prime lens I have used to date, It has incredible sharpness with no distortion across the field of view. I highly recommend this Nikon glass for anyone needing this focal length for landscape or astrophotography work. AT f/1.8 it is very sharp at center. Sharpness drops just a little at the corners. Stopping it down to f/2.8 improve center sharpness. At f/4 it has perfect sharpness corner to corner. It’s much easier to balance on-camera flash with dim available light with a large aperture lens because shutter speeds don’t have to be so long. I was at 1/40 @ f1.8 @ ISO 4000 most of the night. So, for low-light ultrawide photography and video, if ur budget doesn’t allow u to have nikon 14-24mm F2.8, instead of getting 14-30mm F4 get the 20mm F1.8.
The 14 to 24 mm f/2.8 lens is the best lens for landscape and architecture photography, as well as for advanced cinematographers.
The 14 to 24 mm lens in Nikon is a part of a holy trinity lens which includes the 24 to 70 mm f/2.8 and the 70 to 200 mm f/2.8. The rest of the two lenses we have already discussed, now let’s talk about the 14 to 24 mm f/2.8.
This lens is the sharpest lens at this focal length in Nikon’s lineup, and one of the best ultra-wide zoom lenses present in the market. The image quality of this lens is super impressive even at 14 mm wide and covers approximately 115 degrees of view.
If you don’t need that f/2.8 aperture at this wide range, and many professionals never use such a shallow depth of field while shooting landscapes and architecture, then the best investment will be the 14 to 30 mm f/4 lens. It will save you $1000, and at the same time, you can use standard 82 mm filters with this lens which are easily available, unlike the 14 to 24 mm f/2.8 which requires 112 mm filters.
So if your budget allows and you want to have an ultra-wide zoom lens, then you should go with this. The only issue that I have faced with this lens is in finding its proper filters since it has a very large thread of 112 mm.
The Nikon Z 100 to 400 mm f/4.5 to 5.6 lens is the best lens for sports and wildlife photography under budget.
This is one of the best zoom lenses Nikon has ever made for Z Mount cameras. Despite having a variable aperture, the lens performs extremely well throughout its entire focal length. The sharpness of this lens is noticeable, and I highly recommend you to use this lens with Nikon Z cameras with a 45 MP sensor due to its high resolving capability.
The 100 to 400 mm lens is relatively compact compared to the lenses that we have in the DSLR era. At the same time, it’s lightweight, weighing just over 3 lbs or 1400 grams, and you can easily handhold this lens while shooting wildlife or sports. The VR (Vibration Reduction) of this lens synchronizes with your camera’s in-built sensor-shift image stabilization to provide you greater stability.
The lenses that you should avoid
NIKON 28-75MM F2.8 RXD One lens that you should avoid is the Tamron rebranded 28 to 75 mm f/2.8 lens with the Nikon camera since it’s the first generation of lenses that Tamron is still making for Nikon Z mount cameras. The first generation of lenses doesn’t have as much resolving power as the G2 has right now. So if they release the second generation of their 28 to 75 mm f/2.8 lens, then it’s okay, but right now, the first generation of the 28 to 75 mm f/2.8 is not that good for resolving higher resolution sensors like the Nikon Z8.
NIKON 17-28MM F2.8 RXD The next lens you should add is the Tamron rebranded 17-28 mm f/2.8 lens. Again, this lens is perfect for lower resolution cameras like the Nikon Z6 Mark II, but when we talk about cameras like the Nikon Z7 Mark II, Nikon Z8, or even Nikon Z9, these cameras have a 45 MP high-resolution sensor and need high-grade optics to resolve it properly. For that reason, I am not recommending the Tamron 17-28 mm lens for the Nikon Z8 camera.The best alternative is the Nikon 14 to 24 mm f/2.8, or if your budget doesn’t allow it, then you should go with the 14 to 30 mm f/4.
14-24MM F2.8 – Finally, the third lens that you should avoid is for cost-related reasons. As we have mentioned above, the 14 to 24 mm f/2.8 lens is costly and the best alternative to it with higher resolving capability is the 14 to 30 mm f/4. So if your budget allows and you feel that you need a max aperture ultra-wide zoom lens, then it’s okay to buy the 14 to 24 mm. Otherwise, we highly recommend that for a Nikon camera you must go with the 14 to 30 mm f/4 lens and save yourself a thousand dollars.
Before we begin let me clarify that we have already published about the arrival of M200 sucessor in RF mount back on march 2023 | We have told you about Canon R200 back on March 9th, 2023 | Now, the same camera is about to arrive an we are expecting Canon will also keep up the same name as we have mentioned back on our post.
According to the latest rumors from reliable sources, Canon will soon announce a new entry-level (possibly Canon R100, although the name isn’t confirmed yet) mirrorless camera and RF 28 mm f/2.8 STM lens. The camera is said to be even more, affordable than the recently announced Canon R50 camera, the upcoming camera will have a body price of only $479. With its lens, you have to pay $599. see more details below
New Canon additions to overseas retailers– RF28mm F2.8 STM: $299- Mirrorless camera (SKU: 6052C0**)
– Body: $479
– Lens kit: $599
– Double zoom kit: $829
Canon R100 Rumored Specification
24MP sensor (same as we have seen in Canon R50 / Canon R10),
Elec shutter (No EFCS)
4k 24,30p Recording (No 10BIT HDRPOQ mode)
No EVF
So, these are the basic details of the upcoming lens and Canon’s upcoming entry-level mirrorless camera. The entry-level camera is the successor of the Canon M200.
We will soon update you with pictures and leaked specifications. Stay tuned for more updates.
Finally, we have the leaked image of the upcoming Fujifilm X-S20 camera. Although the still image is not very clear and contains a huge watermark, despite that we are able to see the button labels on the camera and its overall design.
The X-S20 has a “Vlog” mode added to the mode dial, and the positions and shapes of the Q and ISO buttons have changed slightly, but overall it seems to follow the design of the X-S10.
Fuji X-S20 Design Details
Vlog icon printed on the mode dial
The SP icon that was on the mode dial is gone
The ISO and Q buttons are closer together and look more protruding
Fuji X-S20 Specification
26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 4 Sensor
X-Processor 5 Image Processor
5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
DCI/UHD 6k at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps, Full HD at 240 fps
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So, finally, we have the rumored specification of the upcoming Fuji X-S20 camera. According to the latest rumors coming out from the Fuji rumor mill, The Fuji X-S20 camera is able to record 6K videos up to 30 fps and 4k videos upto 60 fps, with the help of new image processor, but the sensor will remain the same. more details below
Fuji X-S20 Specification [Rumored]
26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 4 Sensor
X-Processor 5 Image Processor
5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
DCI/UHD 6k at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps, Full HD at 240 fps
With the introduction of a new image processor, we are not only expecting an upscaled video core specification, but we will also witness enhanced tracking performance in still and video modes.
Latest comparison of the design part of the Canon R50 versus the Nikon Z50 camera. Canon R50 features a very ultra-compact body. The big difference between the two is weather sealing. If you shoot mostly outdoors, Z50 and even Z30 feature weather sealing in their body. No weather sealing is present in Canon R50.
Both cameras feature a built-in flash as well as an EVF. They are almost the same. The Canon R50 features a vari-angle display, while the Nikon Z50 features a limited-tilt display screen.
Actual: 21.51 Megapixel
Effective: 20.9 Megapixel (5568 x 3712)
Image Sensor
22.3 x 14.9 mm (APS-C) CMOS
23.5 x 15.7 mm (APS-C) CMOS
Crop Factor
1.6x
1.5x
Image Stabilization
None
Digital (Video Only)
Built-In ND Filter
None
None
Capture Type
Stills & Video
Stills & Video
1. Best Camera for Photography – Canon R50 vs Nikon Z50
Both cameras use an APS-C CMOS sensor. Nikon calls it DX and as you can see, physically the DX sensors are slightly larger compared to the Canon APS-C sensor.
Nikon’s DX: 23.5 mm x 15.7 mm
Canon’s APS-C: 22.3 × 14.9 mm
Okay, that doesn’t make too much difference, but since the sensor resolution of Nikon Z50 is 20MP and the sensor size is slightly larger, then due to these two factors automatically the low light performance of the camera upscales compared to others.
If you look at the ISO range chart, then you will see a massive difference between the ISO range of the Canon R50 camera and the Nikon Z50. The maximum ISO range of the Canon R50 camera goes up to ISO 51200 whereas the Nikon Z50’s ISO range is expandable up to 204800.
Since R10 samples are not available at this moment we are picking up, the Canon R10 (both Canon R10 and R50 share the same sensor)
Not only in words and numbers, let’s compare the two practices and try to find out the best camera between these two. As you can see, the ISO range of the Canon camera limits to 25600. Comparing the two, it’s very clear that the Nikon Z50 camera is able to preserve color details in a much better way. As you can see, the color box lines are not melting into each other. Canon R50 is not able to resolve colors at higher ISO ranges.
Electronic Shutter
Up to 15 fps for up to 28 Frames (JPEG) / 7 Frames (Raw) Electronic Shutter
Up to 12 fps for up to 42 Frames (JPEG) / 7 Frames (Raw)
Up to 11 fps at 20.9 MP
Up to 5 fps at 20.9 MP
Up to 4 fps at 20.9 MP
Up to 30 fps at 8 MP
2. Autofocus – Canon R50 vs Nikon Z50
Both of them use completely different technology. Canon uses Dual Pixel CMOS autofocus technology and Nikon uses hybrid.
The Canon R10 DPAF points are fabricated across the entire sensor, with a maximum of 4,503 points (single area mode) or 651 ZONES (when Tracking is enabled).
The Z50 has 273 points that cover approximately 90% of the sensor. So technically we have less number of AF points inside the Nikon Z50 Mirrorless camera.
Canon R50
Nikon Z50
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus Points
Photo
Phase Detection: 4503 Video
Phase Detection: 3713
Phase Detection: 209
Autofocus Sensitivity
-4 to +20 EV
-2 to +19 EV
If you compare the autofocus points of the two, then you will see a massive difference. Don’t get demoralized after looking at the fewer number of points in Nikon Z50 camera. It is also highly usable and a perfect companion for general-purpose photography. You can also shoot sports and wildlife with this but don’t expect Hi-Fi 3D AF tracking performance from this camera.
If you are more into sports and wildlife photography and love to have a perfect camera under budget, then I highly recommend you to get the Canon R50 camera if possible, which has the fastest burst speed of 23 frames per second.
3. Best Camera – AF sensitivity – Canon R50 vs Nikon Z50
The stats say, the Canon R50 has a minimum sensitivity in the low light of -4EV, which is excellent for a class of camera like the Canon R10. The AF sensitivity of measured with an F1.2 lens is practically impossible to buy for beginners. So, it’s eq to – 2.5EV with an F2 lens.
Z50 has a rating of -2EV, or -4EV if you activate the Low Light AF mode (which is slower but can help in very dim light conditions). This data is measured with an F2 lens.
The R50 has a few extra features concerning autofocus, like focus bracketing and focus stacking which will interest macro photographers. So technically if he takes all the aspects here in terms of autofocusing performance of the two cameras then Canon R50 is a clear winner.
4. Best Camera for Sports and Wildlife – Canon R50 vs Nikon Z50
The Canon R50 camera doesn’t have any fully mechanical shutter, neither does the Nikon Z50. The Nikon Z50 specification says it has a mechanical focal plane shutter, but once we enter into the specs of the camera, we are able to witness only two shutters and these are:
Not able to see mention of any fully mechanical shutter. In the same way, even Canon R50 camera doesn’t have a fully mechanical shutter.
Now Canon is able to utilize its electronic shutter even when you are using the burst speed of the camera, but in Nikon Z50 we are limited to the use of only a mechanical shutter in high-speed burst mode. Since the camera doesn’t have a stacked CMOS sensor, there is literally no use in boosting up your shutter speed on electronic shutter steroids. You will have a massive rolling shutter effect in your images.
We highly recommend you go with Nikon Z50 for sports and wildlife photography. If you can spend more, then only Canon R10.
Canon R50
Nikon Z50
Internal Recording Modes
H.264/H.265/MPEG-4
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps
H.264/MOV/MP4
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps
Broadcast Output
NTSC/PAL
NTSC/PAL
Recording Limit
Stereo
Stereo
5. Best Camera for Video – Canon R50 vs Nikon Z50
Both can record 4K videos up to 30 frames per second. Due to the use of a low light sensitive sensor in Nikon Z50, you are able to capture uncontrolled light videos in a better way. Even at higher ISO, Nikon Z50 camera is able to preserve more details, as we have already seen in the ISO test.
The Canon R50 has an amazing ability to record 10-bit HDR PQ videos. But at the same time, you need additional lights to get the maximum out from the R50 sensor. Otherwise, in an uncontrolled light environment, the quality goes even below that of Nikon Z50’s 8-bit output.
So if you are working in an uncontrolled light environment where you do not have any access to dedicated lights, you should buy the Nikon Z50. Otherwise, if you’re working with lights and in your studio, then Canon R50 is a better choice.
6. Content creators and bloggers
The best camera for you is Canon R50 due to its flexible vari-angle display screen. Nikon Z50’s screen rotates in a 180-degree fashion which is not that much usable. It’s better to buy Canon R50.
Canon R50
Nikon Z50
Battery Type
1 x LP-E17 Rechargeable Lithium Polymer, 7.2 VDC, 1040 mAh
1 x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.6 VDC, 1120 mAh (Approx. 300 Shots)
Tripod Mounting Thread
1 x 1/4″-20 Female (Bottom)
1 x 1/4″-20 Female (Bottom)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.6 x 3.4 x 2.7″ / 116.3 x 85.5 x 68.8 mm
4.98 x 3.68 x 2.36″ / 126.5 x 93.5 x 60 mm
Weight
13.2 oz / 375 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
11.6 oz / 328 g (Body Only)
Sony ZV-1F successor aka Sony ZV-1F II Arrival Date is May 23 2023. The Sony ZV-1F II teaser was uploaded by Sony USA. We are expecting an improved, AF performance of the camera. They should at least use a better Bionz series processor, that helps to analyze the scene in quicker way the hence improves the ability to focus on the subject in a more fast and precise manner.
And the best option should be if they are able to add a stacked (IMX383) 1-inch sensor (Sony Imagine division has easy access to Sony’s semiconductors since they belong to the same parent company SONY) it will uplift the camera sensor performance to next level.
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