Nikon Z50 II vs Fujifilm X-E4
Nikon Z50 II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Z50 II is the better pick for beginners, wildlife, sports, vlogging; the X-E4 is better for a film look.
Choose the Z50 II for
- faster bursts (30fps vs 8fps)
- better low-light performance
- a lower price (from £624)
- more lenses in our database (54 vs 36)
- a newer design (2024)
Choose the X-E4 for
- more resolution (26.1MP vs 21MP)
- a lighter body (364g vs 550g)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Z50 II | X-E4 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 21MP | APS-C, 26.1MP |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Fujifilm X |
| Released | 2024 | 2021 |
| Burst | 30 fps | 8 fps |
| Readout | ≈45 ms | — |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 12,800 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 60p (crop) | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 550 g | 364 g |
| Battery | Nikon EN-EL25a | Fujifilm NP-W126S |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | £839 | No longer sold new |
| Used at MPB | £624–649 | £644 |
| Native lenses in our database | 54 (31 third-party) | 36 (23 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | Z50 II |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | Z50 II |
| Sports & action | Z50 II |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Z50 II |
| Vintage / film look | X-E4 |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The Z50 II uses Nikon Z (54 lenses in our database, 31 third-party) and the X-E4 uses Fujifilm X (36 lenses, 23 third-party). Batteries: Nikon EN-EL25a (about £55) vs Fujifilm NP-W126S (about £46).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikon Z50 II better than the Fujifilm X-E4?
It depends on your priorities. The Z50 II offers faster bursts (30fps vs 8fps), better low-light performance, a lower price (from £624); the X-E4 offers more resolution (26.1MP vs 21MP), a lighter body (364g vs 550g).
Which is better for video, the Z50 II or the X-E4?
They are closely matched for video (4K 60p (crop) vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Z50 II or the X-E4?
The Z50 II costs £839 new and from £624 used at MPB; the X-E4 costs No longer sold new new and from £644 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Nikon Z50 II lenses on the X-E4?
Not directly. The Z50 II uses Nikon Z and the X-E4 uses Fujifilm X; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.