Should I upgrade from the Nikon Z50 to the Nikon Z50 II?
Upgrading is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. Both use the Nikon Z mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- faster bursts (30fps vs 11fps)
- cleaner high ISO
- 5 years of newer processing and autofocus (2019 → 2024)
What you give up
- a heavier body (550g vs 450g)
What it costs
| Z50 II new | £839 |
| Z50 II used (MPB, typical) | £640 |
| Your Z50 trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £250 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £390 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
Nikon Z50 specs · Nikon Z50 II specs · full comparison · best lenses for the Z50 II
Other upgrade paths
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the Nikon Z50 to the Nikon Z50 II?
The upgrade is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. You gain faster bursts (30fps vs 11fps), cleaner high ISO, 5 years of newer processing and autofocus (2019 → 2024), but you lose a heavier body (550g vs 450g).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the Z50 to the Z50 II?
The Z50 II costs £839 new and about £640 used at MPB. Trading in a used Z50 might bring roughly £250, so the net cost is around £390 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my Z50 lenses work on the Z50 II?
Both use the Nikon Z mount, so your lenses fit directly.