I'm a full-time Canon photographer, but this $900 Nikon made me reconsider my choices

• 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.

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As spring months approach, many folks are planning time with 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." 

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