Nikon Z6 Mark II Kit (NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S) at Etoren
The Nikon Z6 II is an updated take on the all-rounder mirrorless camera designed for high-end photo and video applications. Despite the wealth of upgrades, the Z6 II retains its familiar form factor and prized image quality to benefit working multimedia image-makers.Revolving around a 24.5MP BSI CMOS sensor and dual EXPEED 6 image processors, the Z6 II is characterized by an increased buffer depth and faster continuous shooting rate, up to 14 fps with single-point AF or 12 fps shooting in other focusing modes. Video recording at UHD 4K 30p is possible, or up to FHD 120p for slow-motion output, and external recording gains 10-bit out along with N-Log and HLG (HDR) support. The sensor also suits working in a variety of lighting conditions, with sensitivity from ISO 100-51200, and in-body 5-axis Vibration Reduction reduces the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. Additionally, the sensor also incorporates a 273-point phase-detection AF system, which now supports Eye-Detect AF in Wide-Area AF modes and during movie recording, and permits focusing in low-light down to -4.5 EV.The Mount Adapter FTZ II is the bridge between legendary NIKKOR glass and Z series mirrorless cameras, now with a streamlined design. It seamlessly adapts the F-Mount to the larger Z-Mount, retaining the image quality, autofocus performance, weather sealing and comfortable handling of any mounted lens. Keep using the lenses you love with the most innovative camera bodies available. The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S, is a wide-angle to short-telephoto zoom covering an extremely useful range of focal lengths to benefit a variety of applications from landscape to portraiture. The constant f/4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance throughout the zoom range and the lens features an advanced optical design for high sharpness and clarity. As a go-to lens for a majority of needs, this lens also sports a relatively compact and lightweight design.
The Nikon Z6 II is an updated take on the all-rounder mirrorless camera designed for high-end photo and video applications. Despite the wealth of upgrades, the Z6 II retains its familiar form factor and prized image quality to benefit working multimedia image-makers.Revolving around a 24.5MP BSI CMOS sensor and dual EXPEED 6 image processors, the Z6 II is characterized by an increased buffer depth and faster continuous shooting rate, up to 14 fps with single-point AF or 12 fps shooting in other focusing modes. Video recording at UHD 4K 30p is possible, or up to FHD 120p for slow-motion output, and external recording gains 10-bit out along with N-Log and HLG (HDR) support. The sensor also suits working in a variety of lighting conditions, with sensitivity from ISO 100-51200, and in-body 5-axis Vibration Reduction reduces the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. Additionally, the sensor also incorporates a 273-point phase-detection AF system, which now supports Eye-Detect AF in Wide-Area AF modes and during movie recording, and permits focusing in low-light down to -4.5 EV.The Mount Adapter FTZ II is the bridge between legendary NIKKOR glass and Z series mirrorless cameras, now with a streamlined design. It seamlessly adapts the F-Mount to the larger Z-Mount, retaining the image quality, autofocus performance, weather sealing and comfortable handling of any mounted lens. Keep using the lenses you love with the most innovative camera bodies available. The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S, is a wide-angle to short-telephoto zoom covering an extremely useful range of focal lengths to benefit a variety of applications from landscape to portraiture. The constant f/4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance throughout the zoom range and the lens features an advanced optical design for high sharpness and clarity. As a go-to lens for a majority of needs, this lens also sports a relatively compact and lightweight design.
The Nikon Z6 II is an updated take on the all-rounder mirrorless camera designed for high-end photo and video applications. Despite the wealth of upgrades, the Z6 II retains its familiar form factor and prized image quality to benefit working multimedia image-makers.Revolving around a 24.5MP BSI CMOS sensor and dual EXPEED 6 image processors, the Z6 II is characterized by an increased buffer depth and faster continuous shooting rate, up to 14 fps with single-point AF or 12 fps shooting in other focusing modes. Video recording at UHD 4K 30p is possible, or up to FHD 120p for slow-motion output, and external recording gains 10-bit out along with N-Log and HLG (HDR) support. The sensor also suits working in a variety of lighting conditions, with sensitivity from ISO 100-51200, and in-body 5-axis Vibration Reduction reduces the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. Additionally, the sensor also incorporates a 273-point phase-detection AF system, which now supports Eye-Detect AF in Wide-Area AF modes and during movie recording, and permits focusing in low-light down to -4.5 EV.The Mount Adapter FTZ II is the bridge between legendary NIKKOR glass and Z series mirrorless cameras, now with a streamlined design. It seamlessly adapts the F-Mount to the larger Z-Mount, retaining the image quality, autofocus performance, weather sealing and comfortable handling of any mounted lens. Keep using the lenses you love with the most innovative camera bodies available. The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S, is a wide-angle to short-telephoto zoom covering an extremely useful range of focal lengths to benefit a variety of applications from landscape to portraiture. The constant f/4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance throughout the zoom range and the lens features an advanced optical design for high sharpness and clarity. As a go-to lens for a majority of needs, this lens also sports a relatively compact and lightweight design.
The Nikon Z6 II is an updated take on the all-rounder mirrorless camera designed for high-end photo and video applications. Despite the wealth of upgrades, the Z6 II retains its familiar form factor and prized image quality to benefit working multimedia image-makers.Revolving around a 24.5MP BSI CMOS sensor and dual EXPEED 6 image processors, the Z6 II is characterized by an increased buffer depth and faster continuous shooting rate, up to 14 fps with single-point AF or 12 fps shooting in other focusing modes. Video recording at UHD 4K 30p is possible, or up to FHD 120p for slow-motion output, and external recording gains 10-bit out along with N-Log and HLG (HDR) support. The sensor also suits working in a variety of lighting conditions, with sensitivity from ISO 100-51200, and in-body 5-axis Vibration Reduction reduces the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. Additionally, the sensor also incorporates a 273-point phase-detection AF system, which now supports Eye-Detect AF in Wide-Area AF modes and during movie recording, and permits focusing in low-light down to -4.5 EV.The Mount Adapter FTZ II is the bridge between legendary NIKKOR glass and Z series mirrorless cameras, now with a streamlined design. It seamlessly adapts the F-Mount to the larger Z-Mount, retaining the image quality, autofocus performance, weather sealing and comfortable handling of any mounted lens. Keep using the lenses you love with the most innovative camera bodies available. The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S, is a wide-angle to short-telephoto zoom covering an extremely useful range of focal lengths to benefit a variety of applications from landscape to portraiture. The constant f/4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance throughout the zoom range and the lens features an advanced optical design for high sharpness and clarity. As a go-to lens for a majority of needs, this lens also sports a relatively compact and lightweight design.
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This is my first mirrorless camera. I upgraded to the Z6 II after years of shooting with Nikon DSLRs, my last being the D810. This review is subjective, so your mileage and experience may vary from mine.TLDR: Brilliant camera, highly recommendedFirst, what I like.User interface: I like that the user interface is still largely familiar to Nikon shooters, although the positions of many of the buttons have been changed, so muscle memory still makes my left thumb hunt for controls that aren't where they used to be. These are minor changes, and it won't take very long for me to adapt to the new setup.Image quality and noise handling: I've always liked the image quality that Nikon cameras provide, and the Z6 II is no exception. It has lower resolution compared to ... MoreThis is my first mirrorless camera. I upgraded to the Z6 II after years of shooting with Nikon DSLRs, my last being the D810. This review is subjective, so your mileage and experience may vary from mine.TLDR: Brilliant camera, highly recommendedFirst, what I like.User interface: I like that the user interface is still largely familiar to Nikon shooters, although the positions of many of the buttons have been changed, so muscle memory still makes my left thumb hunt for controls that aren't where they used to be. These are minor changes, and it won't take very long for me to adapt to the new setup.Image quality and noise handling: I've always liked the image quality that Nikon cameras provide, and the Z6 II is no exception. It has lower resolution compared to my old camera (24 mp vs. 36 mp), but this will only affect me if I need to crop my photos substantially, which I usually don't. There is a pretty significant gain in dynamic range and ISO performance coming from my last camera to this one, so that makes a huge difference to my shooting in low light conditions. I set my auto ISO to an upper limit of 12,800, and image quality is still fantastic at this setting. Any observable noise at this level can quite easily be cleaned up in post-processing. See the next section for some more thoughts on auto ISO.Use of legacy lenses: The fantastic FTZ II adapter has made moving to mirrorless much easier for me with all the legacy F-mount glass I have. The only AF lenses I have that won't autofocus on the Z6 II are my D lenses, in which the AF is driven by a screw drive internal to Nikon DSLR bodies. So, these D lenses are the only ones I need to replace for now, unless I'm okay with manual focus. Functionality on all my other lenses, including third-party F-mount lenses, remains unchanged.Touch screen: I like the touch screen functionality that this camera offers, including the ability to focus with a touch. You can also trigger the shutter release with a touch, but I don't like using this feature. While the newer DSLR bodies do have touch screens, my D810 didn't. Since I do a lot of street photography, which in many cases involves my having to set the camera down at street level, the ability to both see AND focus on what I want to shoot using the back panel is definitely an advantage I did not have on my old camera. I wish the touch screen was more articulating, but apparently this was limited to allow the use of an L-plate, which is something I've always used, so no real complaints here.Weather sealing and construction: I feel confident about shooting in rainy conditions since the weather sealing is so good. And while the camera is definitely much lighter than my old one, it does feel very well constructed.Focus stacking: I like the option of being able to do this in-camera. It's also a feature available on some DSLR models.Dual card slots: Definitely a big improvement over the first-generation Z6.Now for what I think could be improved.Autofocus: I think Nikon has done a great job with the autofocus capabilities of this camera, even when one compares the Z6 II to the original Z6. However, I find it cumbersome to switch between the modes that I need most. I usually use AF-C, single point autofocus for 90% of what I need to shoot, so that's fine. For the remaining 10%, subject tracking often becomes necessary. However, switching between single point and subject tracking with just a push of a button is impossible. You have to be in one of the auto area AF modes to quickly move to subject tracking mode. To move from single point AF to subject tracking requires you to first enable auto area AF (or one of the eye detection modes). My workaround for this so far has been to first disable all other AF modes except single point and auto area, then assign AF to the Fn1 button, rotating the front dial while keeping Fn1 pressed to enable auto area AF, and then pushing the OK button to engage the subject tracker. I've also input these settings into one of the user modes, so I rotate the mode dial to engage it. As I said, cumbersome. The performance of the single point AF mode is brilliant. Subject tracking, a little less so. It's just not as intuitive as I'd like it to be. If something gets in the way, the subject tracker doesn't always track back to the subject. I also find it annoying that you have to start from the center to focus on the subject and then recompose while tracking. I wish one could position the tracking cursor anywhere on the screen/viewfinder. However, since this function is reportedly better in the Z6 II compared to the Z6, I'm guessing that future firmware updates will mitigate this issue. I primarily shoot in AF-C mode, and the focus point stays red even when focus has been achieved, instead of turning green (it turns green when you use AF-S or manual focus). I can't for the life of me understand why Nikon did such a thing.Auto ISO: I set my base ISO to 100 and my ISO ceiling to 12,800, a level at which I can live with the noise. On my old camera, I simply set the shutter speed to 1/100 sec. The Z6 II also has an Auto setting for shutter speed, which basically determines the focal length of your lens and adjusts accordingly. If the focal length is 50 mm, it sets the shutter speed to 1/50 sec. If the focal length is 24 mm, it sets the shutter speed to 1/25 sec. You can increase or decrease this Auto setting by up to 2 stops so that the shutter speed is 1 or 2 stops faster or slower than the auto setting determined by the focal length. This is not readily apparent, which is why I'm explaining it here. Nikon should have done a better job of this. I don't like this setting because the shutter speed changes every time you change the focal length on a zoom lens such as a 24-70 mm. So, you might have sharp subjects on the street when you shoot at 70 mm, but the same scene could have motion blur if you zoom out to 24 mm because the shutter speed was automatically slowed down. You might not notice this when you review the image on the LCD screen unless you zoom to 100%. I prefer to set my shutter speed to 1/100 or 1/125 sec and change it when I need to.Battery life: Battery life is obviously much shorter, even with the new EN-EL15c batteries compared to DSLR bodies. This is understandable because of the juice required to power the EVF and the LCD, since there is no optical viewfinder (this also means you can't compose your shot while the camera is off or sleeping). That said, however, one needs to plan accordingly, with backup power when one needs it. The option to power via USB cable is useful because it allows you to use a power bank or an AC outlet while shooting, although this would be limited mostly to situations where your camera stays in one place while you shoot (studio, landscape). If you're shooting street or weddings/events, carry spare batteries.Other features I wish were offered: I wish Nikon had provided a rotating dial instead of the 8-point multi-selector on the back of the Z6 II. Since the focus points in the Z6 II are moved by the joystick (sub-selector) instead of the multi-selector (in DSLR bodies, the multi-selector moves the focus point), and the fact that you can navigate through the menus and settings using the touch screen, I think the functionality of an 8-point multi-selector is largely redundant. If a dial were provided instead, similar to what one sees on Canon and Sony bodies, this could have been customized for ISO settings, for instance, which would be very useful while shooting in manual mode. This would be easier than having to press the ISO button and rotating the front dial. Another feature I wish Nikon had provided on the Z6 II is a sensor shield. With the Z mount flange being so close to the sensor, and the fact that there's no mirror for added protection, changing lenses, especially in the field, always brings with it the risk of dust on the sensor. A sensor shield should not be a feature reserved only for flagship cameras (the Z9 has one). Nikon should have included one with EVERY mirrorless body. It's not a luxury, it's a necessity.Other features on the Z6 II are either comparable to those on previous DSLRs I've used, or are features I don't use much (e.g., video capabilities), so I won't mention them here.Final thoughts: Although I've made several points above, it all comes down to whether this camera is good for the photography I do. Does it help me make better pictures (or make good pictures more easily) than my previous D810? Absolutely. Am I happy with this camera? Absolutely. Do I recommend it? Yes, with conditions. If you, like me, have been a Nikon shooter for years, have a number of Nikon FX lenses, want a full-frame mirrorless camera, and are not ready to switch ecosystems just yet, get the Z6 II. You will not be sorry, and you will not go wrong. If you're not as invested in Nikon glass as I am, I would recommend taking a few competitors (Sony a7 IV, Canon R6 and Panasonic S5) out for a test drive too. I'm not saying these cameras are better or worse than the Z6 II. They're all very good. It all depends on personal preference - your level of comfort with the user interface, the availability of lenses, the 300-500 dollar difference in price between these different models, etc.
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I've been shooting professionally with Nikon (film) gear since 1990 then I jumped to the D1x, then D100, D200, D300/s ... Today I shoot with the D500 which is an excellent workhorse for many years. I'll forgo any other credentials but suffice it to say I know my way around Nikon gear. If it helps here are my first impressions (although I have a lot more testing to do):The Z6ii good points:1) Even though the body is relatively small it feels very solid and well balanced in my hand and the layout of the buttons is somewhat familiar which is welcome.2) The replacement of the mode press buttons with a dial is what I've been waiting for. It's just a smart choice and I'm glad they finally got it right.3) The rear screen is big and sharp.4) Switching from photo ... MoreI've been shooting professionally with Nikon (film) gear since 1990 then I jumped to the D1x, then D100, D200, D300/s ... Today I shoot with the D500 which is an excellent workhorse for many years. I'll forgo any other credentials but suffice it to say I know my way around Nikon gear. If it helps here are my first impressions (although I have a lot more testing to do):The Z6ii good points:1) Even though the body is relatively small it feels very solid and well balanced in my hand and the layout of the buttons is somewhat familiar which is welcome.2) The replacement of the mode press buttons with a dial is what I've been waiting for. It's just a smart choice and I'm glad they finally got it right.3) The rear screen is big and sharp.4) Switching from photo to video is much more intuitive now they have placed it in a more natural location and the Disp is a nice feature.5) The image quality at high ISO is greatly improved from the D500!6) The Z mount adapter helps take the $ting out of replacing lenses.7) The 24-70 kit lens is very solid and wicked silent which you absolutely need when shooting video.8) Auto focus is vastly improved (over the D500).9) So far the stabilization seems very nice however I haven't used it too much with video.10) I love the shutter sound (weird I know). It just sounds solid & quiet.The things I don't like:1) I ABSOLUTELY LOATHE/HATE (capitol H-A-T-E) THE VIEWFINDER. For me, not having TTL/pentaprism viewfinder is going to be very tough to get accustomed to. I hate looking at a screen and not directly through the lens. It's a warped sense of reality. The blackout is obnoxious and if I didn't need this for video I would absolutely pass on this and be happy with my D500s.2) Nikon charging $400 for a grip is insane especially when the battery life is horrible. I'm hoping Velo will come out with a new cordless version to match the new Nikon grip. Shame on you Nikon!3) Horrible battery life!4) Nothing covers the sensor when you take the lens off. At least having a mirror prevented most dust from settling on the CCD. Not with this one.I'm sure I will find more things I like and dislike but for now that's all I can factually report on as I've only had it for less than 2 months and only shot 1 job with it. All in all it's a decent upgrade but if you're happy with your current body and it pays the bills don't bother upgrading.
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I've been shooting weddings for 13 years (using a range of Nikon, Canon, and Sony) and this is the first camera I'll probably need to ditch because of some serious design flaws and bugs I've discovered that create a liability for professional use.DESIGN FAIL: At my last shoot, the Z6ii stopped taking pictures during a wedding reception, and the camera displayed a memory card overheat warning. The green buffer light was on, and the camera stopped writing photos to BOTH the CF card (which was being used for jpg image backup) AND the main SD card which I'm sure was functional. After waiting about 15 minutes (plenty of time to cool), the camera still wasn't clearing the buffer, so I had no choice but to pull the battery and start over. The camera then worked, but all ... MoreI've been shooting weddings for 13 years (using a range of Nikon, Canon, and Sony) and this is the first camera I'll probably need to ditch because of some serious design flaws and bugs I've discovered that create a liability for professional use.DESIGN FAIL: At my last shoot, the Z6ii stopped taking pictures during a wedding reception, and the camera displayed a memory card overheat warning. The green buffer light was on, and the camera stopped writing photos to BOTH the CF card (which was being used for jpg image backup) AND the main SD card which I'm sure was functional. After waiting about 15 minutes (plenty of time to cool), the camera still wasn't clearing the buffer, so I had no choice but to pull the battery and start over. The camera then worked, but all the images in the buffer were lost. CF cards unfortunately get burning hot very quickly, and the designers at Nikon wrongly designed the camera so that when it stops taking photos, it won't write the images stored in the buffer to EITHER card. Which means you're going to lose your pictures. There are more than a few obvious solutions to this problem which Nikon has failed to implement. And why even let the buffer fill if the CF card is about to overheat? Literally the first camera in 13 years that caused me to lose a few minutes worth of someone's wedding day. Unacceptable.BUG: Both Z6ii's I own will randomly, inexplicably lock up every several hours or so of shooting. And the camera will give no indication as to why. This has happened a couple times now during some important moments at weddings, and will usually resolve after turning the camera off for several minutes. Doesn't seem to be a memory card issue. It's not a bug that can be recreated on demand so it's hard to diagnose.There are a number of other details Nikon missed the mark on. And in terms of performance, the AF at dark wedding receptions works poorly compared to other mirrorless cameras I've used. Good luck...
| Effective Pixels | 25 megapixels |
| Sensor Size | Full frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm) |
| Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 |
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS |
| White balance presets | 12 |
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This is my first mirrorless camera. I upgraded to the Z6 II after years of shooting with Nikon DSLRs, my last being the D810. This review is subjective, so your mileage and experience may vary from mine.TLDR: Brilliant camera, highly recommendedFirst, what I like.User interface: I like that the user interface is still largely familiar to Nikon shooters, although the positions of many of the buttons have been changed, so muscle memory still makes my left thumb hunt for controls that aren't where they used to be. These are minor changes, and it won't take very long for me to adapt to the new setup.Image quality and noise handling: I've always liked the image quality that Nikon cameras provide, and the Z6 II is no exception. It has lower resolution compared to ... MoreThis is my first mirrorless camera. I upgraded to the Z6 II after years of shooting with Nikon DSLRs, my last being the D810. This review is subjective, so your mileage and experience may vary from mine.TLDR: Brilliant camera, highly recommendedFirst, what I like.User interface: I like that the user interface is still largely familiar to Nikon shooters, although the positions of many of the buttons have been changed, so muscle memory still makes my left thumb hunt for controls that aren't where they used to be. These are minor changes, and it won't take very long for me to adapt to the new setup.Image quality and noise handling: I've always liked the image quality that Nikon cameras provide, and the Z6 II is no exception. It has lower resolution compared to my old camera (24 mp vs. 36 mp), but this will only affect me if I need to crop my photos substantially, which I usually don't. There is a pretty significant gain in dynamic range and ISO performance coming from my last camera to this one, so that makes a huge difference to my shooting in low light conditions. I set my auto ISO to an upper limit of 12,800, and image quality is still fantastic at this setting. Any observable noise at this level can quite easily be cleaned up in post-processing. See the next section for some more thoughts on auto ISO.Use of legacy lenses: The fantastic FTZ II adapter has made moving to mirrorless much easier for me with all the legacy F-mount glass I have. The only AF lenses I have that won't autofocus on the Z6 II are my D lenses, in which the AF is driven by a screw drive internal to Nikon DSLR bodies. So, these D lenses are the only ones I need to replace for now, unless I'm okay with manual focus. Functionality on all my other lenses, including third-party F-mount lenses, remains unchanged.Touch screen: I like the touch screen functionality that this camera offers, including the ability to focus with a touch. You can also trigger the shutter release with a touch, but I don't like using this feature. While the newer DSLR bodies do have touch screens, my D810 didn't. Since I do a lot of street photography, which in many cases involves my having to set the camera down at street level, the ability to both see AND focus on what I want to shoot using the back panel is definitely an advantage I did not have on my old camera. I wish the touch screen was more articulating, but apparently this was limited to allow the use of an L-plate, which is something I've always used, so no real complaints here.Weather sealing and construction: I feel confident about shooting in rainy conditions since the weather sealing is so good. And while the camera is definitely much lighter than my old one, it does feel very well constructed.Focus stacking: I like the option of being able to do this in-camera. It's also a feature available on some DSLR models.Dual card slots: Definitely a big improvement over the first-generation Z6.Now for what I think could be improved.Autofocus: I think Nikon has done a great job with the autofocus capabilities of this camera, even when one compares the Z6 II to the original Z6. However, I find it cumbersome to switch between the modes that I need most. I usually use AF-C, single point autofocus for 90% of what I need to shoot, so that's fine. For the remaining 10%, subject tracking often becomes necessary. However, switching between single point and subject tracking with just a push of a button is impossible. You have to be in one of the auto area AF modes to quickly move to subject tracking mode. To move from single point AF to subject tracking requires you to first enable auto area AF (or one of the eye detection modes). My workaround for this so far has been to first disable all other AF modes except single point and auto area, then assign AF to the Fn1 button, rotating the front dial while keeping Fn1 pressed to enable auto area AF, and then pushing the OK button to engage the subject tracker. I've also input these settings into one of the user modes, so I rotate the mode dial to engage it. As I said, cumbersome. The performance of the single point AF mode is brilliant. Subject tracking, a little less so. It's just not as intuitive as I'd like it to be. If something gets in the way, the subject tracker doesn't always track back to the subject. I also find it annoying that you have to start from the center to focus on the subject and then recompose while tracking. I wish one could position the tracking cursor anywhere on the screen/viewfinder. However, since this function is reportedly better in the Z6 II compared to the Z6, I'm guessing that future firmware updates will mitigate this issue. I primarily shoot in AF-C mode, and the focus point stays red even when focus has been achieved, instead of turning green (it turns green when you use AF-S or manual focus). I can't for the life of me understand why Nikon did such a thing.Auto ISO: I set my base ISO to 100 and my ISO ceiling to 12,800, a level at which I can live with the noise. On my old camera, I simply set the shutter speed to 1/100 sec. The Z6 II also has an Auto setting for shutter speed, which basically determines the focal length of your lens and adjusts accordingly. If the focal length is 50 mm, it sets the shutter speed to 1/50 sec. If the focal length is 24 mm, it sets the shutter speed to 1/25 sec. You can increase or decrease this Auto setting by up to 2 stops so that the shutter speed is 1 or 2 stops faster or slower than the auto setting determined by the focal length. This is not readily apparent, which is why I'm explaining it here. Nikon should have done a better job of this. I don't like this setting because the shutter speed changes every time you change the focal length on a zoom lens such as a 24-70 mm. So, you might have sharp subjects on the street when you shoot at 70 mm, but the same scene could have motion blur if you zoom out to 24 mm because the shutter speed was automatically slowed down. You might not notice this when you review the image on the LCD screen unless you zoom to 100%. I prefer to set my shutter speed to 1/100 or 1/125 sec and change it when I need to.Battery life: Battery life is obviously much shorter, even with the new EN-EL15c batteries compared to DSLR bodies. This is understandable because of the juice required to power the EVF and the LCD, since there is no optical viewfinder (this also means you can't compose your shot while the camera is off or sleeping). That said, however, one needs to plan accordingly, with backup power when one needs it. The option to power via USB cable is useful because it allows you to use a power bank or an AC outlet while shooting, although this would be limited mostly to situations where your camera stays in one place while you shoot (studio, landscape). If you're shooting street or weddings/events, carry spare batteries.Other features I wish were offered: I wish Nikon had provided a rotating dial instead of the 8-point multi-selector on the back of the Z6 II. Since the focus points in the Z6 II are moved by the joystick (sub-selector) instead of the multi-selector (in DSLR bodies, the multi-selector moves the focus point), and the fact that you can navigate through the menus and settings using the touch screen, I think the functionality of an 8-point multi-selector is largely redundant. If a dial were provided instead, similar to what one sees on Canon and Sony bodies, this could have been customized for ISO settings, for instance, which would be very useful while shooting in manual mode. This would be easier than having to press the ISO button and rotating the front dial. Another feature I wish Nikon had provided on the Z6 II is a sensor shield. With the Z mount flange being so close to the sensor, and the fact that there's no mirror for added protection, changing lenses, especially in the field, always brings with it the risk of dust on the sensor. A sensor shield should not be a feature reserved only for flagship cameras (the Z9 has one). Nikon should have included one with EVERY mirrorless body. It's not a luxury, it's a necessity.Other features on the Z6 II are either comparable to those on previous DSLRs I've used, or are features I don't use much (e.g., video capabilities), so I won't mention them here.Final thoughts: Although I've made several points above, it all comes down to whether this camera is good for the photography I do. Does it help me make better pictures (or make good pictures more easily) than my previous D810? Absolutely. Am I happy with this camera? Absolutely. Do I recommend it? Yes, with conditions. If you, like me, have been a Nikon shooter for years, have a number of Nikon FX lenses, want a full-frame mirrorless camera, and are not ready to switch ecosystems just yet, get the Z6 II. You will not be sorry, and you will not go wrong. If you're not as invested in Nikon glass as I am, I would recommend taking a few competitors (Sony a7 IV, Canon R6 and Panasonic S5) out for a test drive too. I'm not saying these cameras are better or worse than the Z6 II. They're all very good. It all depends on personal preference - your level of comfort with the user interface, the availability of lenses, the 300-500 dollar difference in price between these different models, etc.
I've been shooting professionally with Nikon (film) gear since 1990 then I jumped to the D1x, then D100, D200, D300/s ... Today I shoot with the D500 which is an excellent workhorse for many years. I'll forgo any other credentials but suffice it to say I know my way around Nikon gear. If it helps here are my first impressions (although I have a lot more testing to do):The Z6ii good points:1) Even though the body is relatively small it feels very solid and well balanced in my hand and the layout of the buttons is somewhat familiar which is welcome.2) The replacement of the mode press buttons with a dial is what I've been waiting for. It's just a smart choice and I'm glad they finally got it right.3) The rear screen is big and sharp.4) Switching from photo ... MoreI've been shooting professionally with Nikon (film) gear since 1990 then I jumped to the D1x, then D100, D200, D300/s ... Today I shoot with the D500 which is an excellent workhorse for many years. I'll forgo any other credentials but suffice it to say I know my way around Nikon gear. If it helps here are my first impressions (although I have a lot more testing to do):The Z6ii good points:1) Even though the body is relatively small it feels very solid and well balanced in my hand and the layout of the buttons is somewhat familiar which is welcome.2) The replacement of the mode press buttons with a dial is what I've been waiting for. It's just a smart choice and I'm glad they finally got it right.3) The rear screen is big and sharp.4) Switching from photo to video is much more intuitive now they have placed it in a more natural location and the Disp is a nice feature.5) The image quality at high ISO is greatly improved from the D500!6) The Z mount adapter helps take the $ting out of replacing lenses.7) The 24-70 kit lens is very solid and wicked silent which you absolutely need when shooting video.8) Auto focus is vastly improved (over the D500).9) So far the stabilization seems very nice however I haven't used it too much with video.10) I love the shutter sound (weird I know). It just sounds solid & quiet.The things I don't like:1) I ABSOLUTELY LOATHE/HATE (capitol H-A-T-E) THE VIEWFINDER. For me, not having TTL/pentaprism viewfinder is going to be very tough to get accustomed to. I hate looking at a screen and not directly through the lens. It's a warped sense of reality. The blackout is obnoxious and if I didn't need this for video I would absolutely pass on this and be happy with my D500s.2) Nikon charging $400 for a grip is insane especially when the battery life is horrible. I'm hoping Velo will come out with a new cordless version to match the new Nikon grip. Shame on you Nikon!3) Horrible battery life!4) Nothing covers the sensor when you take the lens off. At least having a mirror prevented most dust from settling on the CCD. Not with this one.I'm sure I will find more things I like and dislike but for now that's all I can factually report on as I've only had it for less than 2 months and only shot 1 job with it. All in all it's a decent upgrade but if you're happy with your current body and it pays the bills don't bother upgrading.
I've been shooting weddings for 13 years (using a range of Nikon, Canon, and Sony) and this is the first camera I'll probably need to ditch because of some serious design flaws and bugs I've discovered that create a liability for professional use.DESIGN FAIL: At my last shoot, the Z6ii stopped taking pictures during a wedding reception, and the camera displayed a memory card overheat warning. The green buffer light was on, and the camera stopped writing photos to BOTH the CF card (which was being used for jpg image backup) AND the main SD card which I'm sure was functional. After waiting about 15 minutes (plenty of time to cool), the camera still wasn't clearing the buffer, so I had no choice but to pull the battery and start over. The camera then worked, but all ... MoreI've been shooting weddings for 13 years (using a range of Nikon, Canon, and Sony) and this is the first camera I'll probably need to ditch because of some serious design flaws and bugs I've discovered that create a liability for professional use.DESIGN FAIL: At my last shoot, the Z6ii stopped taking pictures during a wedding reception, and the camera displayed a memory card overheat warning. The green buffer light was on, and the camera stopped writing photos to BOTH the CF card (which was being used for jpg image backup) AND the main SD card which I'm sure was functional. After waiting about 15 minutes (plenty of time to cool), the camera still wasn't clearing the buffer, so I had no choice but to pull the battery and start over. The camera then worked, but all the images in the buffer were lost. CF cards unfortunately get burning hot very quickly, and the designers at Nikon wrongly designed the camera so that when it stops taking photos, it won't write the images stored in the buffer to EITHER card. Which means you're going to lose your pictures. There are more than a few obvious solutions to this problem which Nikon has failed to implement. And why even let the buffer fill if the CF card is about to overheat? Literally the first camera in 13 years that caused me to lose a few minutes worth of someone's wedding day. Unacceptable.BUG: Both Z6ii's I own will randomly, inexplicably lock up every several hours or so of shooting. And the camera will give no indication as to why. This has happened a couple times now during some important moments at weddings, and will usually resolve after turning the camera off for several minutes. Doesn't seem to be a memory card issue. It's not a bug that can be recreated on demand so it's hard to diagnose.There are a number of other details Nikon missed the mark on. And in terms of performance, the AF at dark wedding receptions works poorly compared to other mirrorless cameras I've used. Good luck...
I had passed up the Z6 II on a number of occasions and went with offerings from both Canon and Sony. In the past couple of years I have owned the R6 version I and II, as well as the A7 IV and A7 C II most recently. It was the purchase of the A7 C II that led me to the Z6 II. I just was not happy with the A7C II and swapped it for the Z6 II with the outstanding deals at Christmas. I had a professional shoot scheduled for the same day the camera arrived. Right out of the box I charged it for about 30 minutes and immediately began shooting a family session with the 50mm 1.8. I had zero issues with AF and the Image Quality was outstanding. I have since had plenty of time to get used to the controls and adjust the settings to my liking. My only regret is that I did not ... MoreI had passed up the Z6 II on a number of occasions and went with offerings from both Canon and Sony. In the past couple of years I have owned the R6 version I and II, as well as the A7 IV and A7 C II most recently. It was the purchase of the A7 C II that led me to the Z6 II. I just was not happy with the A7C II and swapped it for the Z6 II with the outstanding deals at Christmas. I had a professional shoot scheduled for the same day the camera arrived. Right out of the box I charged it for about 30 minutes and immediately began shooting a family session with the 50mm 1.8. I had zero issues with AF and the Image Quality was outstanding. I have since had plenty of time to get used to the controls and adjust the settings to my liking. My only regret is that I did not make the jump to Nikon sooner. Personally for me, the ergonomics of this camera are great, IQ and color science is amazing, I love the two custom function buttons on the lens mount, and the in camera stabilization for video has been a pleasant surprise. In terms of AutoFocus, it is not on par with the R6 II or the A7IV, but it is not nearly as bad as some reviewers might lead you to believe, especially if you do some research on what focus modes to use as well as how to use them. Again for AF the front function buttons are clutch as I am quickly able to change focus modes and points as well as turn on and off 3D Tracking. I also like where Nikon is going with their lineup and feel like their lens selection for Z mount is certainly more well rounded than what Canon offers in the RF mount right now. All in all it is a great camera and I think if you catch it on sale you cannot go wrong.
Moving into my first Nikon mirrorless from the D750 to the Z6 ii I was definitely concerned would my plethora of F mount lenses become obsolete? I'd seen many reviews all across the internet and for each one that gave me hope, another gave me concern. But my D750, for as much as I loved it over the years and all the beautiful images I shot with it, was on it's last legs and a decision had to be made, new DSLR or move into Mirrorless. Knowing that I needed the video upgrades, IBIS, silent shooting mode and a lighter body to help my aching hands, I went with the Z6 ii with the second generation FTZ mount. I haven't been doing as many shoots as I usually do but I am starting to pick up speed so it was time to break it in and test it out. I can say for all of you DSLR ... MoreMoving into my first Nikon mirrorless from the D750 to the Z6 ii I was definitely concerned would my plethora of F mount lenses become obsolete? I'd seen many reviews all across the internet and for each one that gave me hope, another gave me concern. But my D750, for as much as I loved it over the years and all the beautiful images I shot with it, was on it's last legs and a decision had to be made, new DSLR or move into Mirrorless. Knowing that I needed the video upgrades, IBIS, silent shooting mode and a lighter body to help my aching hands, I went with the Z6 ii with the second generation FTZ mount. I haven't been doing as many shoots as I usually do but I am starting to pick up speed so it was time to break it in and test it out. I can say for all of you DSLR users who've not made the move yet, the controls take some getting used to for certain, but will come quickly. The menu system is still very similar to the DSLR one, with a few new options added. You can still program many of the buttons to how you use your camera, ie.. back button focus, front FN1/FN2 buttons I have set to white balance and focus mode for quick changes I can do while looking through the viewfinder. The body is smaller and lighter than the dlsr was for me, but feels sturdy in hand. While there are two card mounts in the camera, they are different, CF Express and SD options. You can use both but one is $$$$$ while the other is $$. So far I've only used SD, but after doing my first real world shooting of video, I will be added that pricey card for video, while leaving SD for stills. When it comes to images, I was worried about using f lenses but having now used them with both stills and video I can say this camera is fantastic with them. Images are crisp, video quality fabulous. I love the advancements in the video abilities not offered for the D750, continuous autofocus, eye detection, and the additional options of 4K video. And let me mention the electronic viewfinder here... this is the bonus, where the LCD and optical viewfinders LIED all those years, what you see in the EVF on the Z6 ii is what you get in your image. This is a huge deal for me shooting events and often in extremely low lighting, finally I know what my images will look like right away without having to check the LCD and hope it wasn't lying too haha! Those of you who understand that know what I mean. If flash is a concern for you, if you have sb-700's in hand, you don't have to ditch them, but they do have issues with the flash menu, I solved this by getting a sb-500 (good luck finding one right now, out of stock everywhere, but when you do, $250 is a great deal) that also works as a commander and can control the others. All in all, I really am enjoying my new body. My hope is that Z mount lens options will expand, especially options for smaller pancake type lenses with say f1.4 on them as well as other f1.4 offerings in primes. But knowing I can use all my F mount lenses will keep me satisfied until then. I did just pick up the Z50 kit, it's definitely not = to the Z6 ii and has a few quirks but it's also a decent option if looking to move into mirrorless. I'll have a separate review on that one. So if you are on the fence, know you'll be able to get what you need with this one whether you get z lenses or work with your f mounts.
The Z6II is a good little camera for the money. Small enough to fit in any bag. I used with F-mount lenses and Z-mount. Video capability and photos are easy to use. The auto focus works well, as long as the camera has time to focus. Fast birds in flight, it struggles a little bit to find the bird. You have to be patient with it. The results are pleasing to the eye. Battery life was good overall and easy to charge in camera. If you take your time with the z6II it will give you good results.
I had to upgrade from my Z5 and this camera is way better. The autofocus I find that works well especially with the two processor. In low lights it works superb. I have this camera with the 40 mm F2 and 24 - 200 mm lens. The battery I find that’s is very good, was able to take over 1000 photos in a 10k running event and am very happy with how it perform.Also the video performance has surprise me, really nice quality image.If you looking to enter the mirrorless cameras, I highly recommend this model.
i have waited to write this review until I fully tested the Z6II. i like the smaller size, especially for travelling and just purchased the new Z 28-400 lens. i needed a smaller camera for international travel. using the 24-200mm lens worked really well for landscape photos and portraits. the camera is fast and durable as i was rained upon in South America. I took my sigma 100-400mm lens for my bird photography and they worked well together. looking forward to using the new lens on the next trip
I already own a Nikon Z6 but needed another camera for an upcoming trip. I love the Z6. The ergonomics and feel of the camera are just right. The Z6ii is essentially the same camera but with a dual memory card slot. That's it. It doesn't seem faster and it doesn't have the firmware updates that the regular Z6 has, but it feels great and operates very efficiently. I did intend on purchasing the Nikon Z7ii, but for the added price of that camera and the numerous reviews that I read, just about all saying that the Z7ii has a higher sensor resolution, the Z6ii definitely affords way more bang for the buck. The bag was just a throw in from B&H, and I would have preferred another lens adapter, as some of the competitors are offering as their package, but the bag is really ... MoreI already own a Nikon Z6 but needed another camera for an upcoming trip. I love the Z6. The ergonomics and feel of the camera are just right. The Z6ii is essentially the same camera but with a dual memory card slot. That's it. It doesn't seem faster and it doesn't have the firmware updates that the regular Z6 has, but it feels great and operates very efficiently. I did intend on purchasing the Nikon Z7ii, but for the added price of that camera and the numerous reviews that I read, just about all saying that the Z7ii has a higher sensor resolution, the Z6ii definitely affords way more bang for the buck. The bag was just a throw in from B&H, and I would have preferred another lens adapter, as some of the competitors are offering as their package, but the bag is really nice. It is sturdy and very well padded. The retail price surprised me at like $170.00, so thanks B&H. Unfortunately it is too small for my cameras and lenses. As a grab-and-go bag for one camera and attached lens, you can squeeze in another two smaller lenses, but that's all.Most importantly, I continue to buy from B&H with CONFIDENCE because I know they will be there for me in tech support, LiveChat, and customer service. This camera can be had at the same price I paid B&H from competing sellers, but you would not be getting the B&H buying experience and incredible quick delivery. Most of my purchases from B&H this year arrive between 24 and 48 hours of my order being submitted. In fact my last order went in late morning on a Monday and it was at my door before noon the very next day.
As a very happy Nikon Z6 owner, I questioned this upgrade. Nikon (for once) provided a series of strong updates to the original Z6/Z7 firmware, especially with the addition of eye (subject) detection that made it a much stronger camera over time. What ultimately drove me to update was the addition of dual card slots (redundancy, split RAW+JPG), a much deeper buffer for continuous shooting, and faster autofocus. I am pleased with my decision, but your priorities may differ.First of all, image quality is outstanding, and equal to the Z6 (it uses the same 24MP sensor). Frankly, there wasn’t much to improve there in my opinion.Burst processing is dramatically improved, and the buffer is much deeper, allowing you to capture live-action shots at a faster rate (14 fps if ... MoreAs a very happy Nikon Z6 owner, I questioned this upgrade. Nikon (for once) provided a series of strong updates to the original Z6/Z7 firmware, especially with the addition of eye (subject) detection that made it a much stronger camera over time. What ultimately drove me to update was the addition of dual card slots (redundancy, split RAW+JPG), a much deeper buffer for continuous shooting, and faster autofocus. I am pleased with my decision, but your priorities may differ.First of all, image quality is outstanding, and equal to the Z6 (it uses the same 24MP sensor). Frankly, there wasn’t much to improve there in my opinion.Burst processing is dramatically improved, and the buffer is much deeper, allowing you to capture live-action shots at a faster rate (14 fps if you use 12-bit not 14-bit RAW), and many more shots. This alone may be worth the upgrade for many photographers.For me, the dual card slots were a major driving factor. It's annoying that they are different form factors (XQD/CFExpress and UHS-II SDXC), but you have a variety of menu options for how you store photos and videos, which slot has "priority", and the ability to duplicate everything to both cards or split NEF RAW and JPG between them. You can also use the cards sequentially as overflow, although that kind of defeats the purpose of redundancy. All of this in a body that is exactly the same dimensions as the original Z6.Which leads me finally to autofocus. Nikon likes to tout that the dual EXPEED processors in the Z6 II lets you autofocus 2-stops darker conditions. I took a number of shots in low lighting conditions with the same lens between my old Z6 and the new Z6 II, and although the Z6 II focuses faster, it wasn't noticeable enough (for me) to justify the upgrade on this alone. I will say that the Z6 II adds new autofocus modes not available in the Z6, including Eye (People or Pets) to Video capture, as well as the ability to specify a smaller frame to focus on eyes. This functionality provides perhaps more accurate autofocus with complex subjects.All-in-all a very worthwhile upgrade for me from the original Z6, but your mileage / priorities my vary.
| Effective Pixels | 25 megapixels |
| Sensor Size | Full frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm) |
| Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 |
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS |
| White balance presets | 12 |
