Why I recommend this Nikon camera to most beginner photographers - especially at this price

ZDNET's key takeaways The Nikon Z50 II is a fantastic camera for beginners and intermediate photographers, with a starting price of $906. The build is sturdy and adaptable to various shooting modes. You'll have to settle with a Micro HDMI port and operation speeds that can be a bit faster. $349 at Amazon As the spring months are coming to a close and summer officially begins, many folks are planning time for family to build and capture great memories for years to come. Of course, photography is top of mind, but there's always that back-of-mind thought where one considers, "I should get a real camera." Also: The best vlogging cameras of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed Yes, our trusty smartphone cameras do a nice job, but there's nothing like a true camera body for capturing great family moments in the highest image quality. I've been testing the Nikon Z50 II, and the camera has the potential to be a great way to elevate one's photography from a smartphone. It might even be better ... Read full article.