Nikon Z7 II Kit (24-70 F4 S) (No Adapter)
Overview - Improved processing, greater versatility, but familiar in design, the Nikon Z 7II takes everything that was great from the original and ups its capabilities even more. Sporting a high-resolution 45.7MP FX-format BSI CMOS sensor and dual EXPEED 6 image processors, the Z 7II is clearly aimed at the detail-obsessed image-maker. - The sensor's design omits the optical low-pass filter for greater detail recording capability and the sensor supports a native sensitivity range down to ISO 64 for lush, rich capture. Updated processing also yields faster speeds, including a quickened 10 fps continuous shooting rate and deeper buffer for working with moving subjects. UHD 4K 60p video is supported, too, with the option to record externally in 10-bit using N-Log or HLG (HDR) modes). The sensor also incorporates a 493-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. Additionally, 5-axis in-body Vibration Reduction helps to reduce the appearance of camera shake with any mounted lens. - Balancing the imaging, the Z 7II retains its overall physical design, however it has been updated with a new dual memory card slot interface to hold one CFexpress Type B card and one SD UHS-II card for more flexible storage. Both a high-res 3.6m-dot OLED EVF and rear 3.2" 2.1m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD lend versatility to image composition and playback, and Snap - Bridge wireless connectivity can be used for remote camera control, image sharing to a mobile device, and even over-the-air firmware updates. - Firmware version 1.10 unlocks UHD 4K recording at 60p and 50p frame rates, enables raw video output to Blackmagic Design Video Assist external recorders, and improves eye-detection performance when using Auto-Area AF and Wide-Area AF modes. Key Features 45.7MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor Dual EXPEED 6 Image Processors UHD 4K60 Video; N-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out 10 fps Cont. Shooting, ISO 64-25600 493-Point Phase-Detect AF System 3.6m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder 3.2" 2.1m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD 5-Axis In-Body Vibration Reduction Dual Memory Card Slots NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens In the Box Nikon Z 7II Mirrorless Digital Camera with 24-70mm f/4 Lens Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens Nikon EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Nikon UC-E24 USB Cable HDMI/USB Cable Clip Nikon BS-1 Hot Shoe Cover for Nikon SLR Cameras Nikon AN-DC19 Camera Strap Nikon BF-N1 Body Cap Nikon DK-29 Rubber Eyecup
Overview - Improved processing, greater versatility, but familiar in design, the Nikon Z 7II takes everything that was great from the original and ups its capabilities even more. Sporting a high-resolution 45.7MP FX-format BSI CMOS sensor and dual EXPEED 6 image processors, the Z 7II is clearly aimed at the detail-obsessed image-maker. - The sensor's design omits the optical low-pass filter for greater detail recording capability and the sensor supports a native sensitivity range down to ISO 64 for lush, rich capture. Updated processing also yields faster speeds, including a quickened 10 fps continuous shooting rate and deeper buffer for working with moving subjects. UHD 4K 60p video is supported, too, with the option to record externally in 10-bit using N-Log or HLG (HDR) modes). The sensor also incorporates a 493-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. Additionally, 5-axis in-body Vibration Reduction helps to reduce the appearance of camera shake with any mounted lens. - Balancing the imaging, the Z 7II retains its overall physical design, however it has been updated with a new dual memory card slot interface to hold one CFexpress Type B card and one SD UHS-II card for more flexible storage. Both a high-res 3.6m-dot OLED EVF and rear 3.2" 2.1m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD lend versatility to image composition and playback, and Snap - Bridge wireless connectivity can be used for remote camera control, image sharing to a mobile device, and even over-the-air firmware updates. - Firmware version 1.10 unlocks UHD 4K recording at 60p and 50p frame rates, enables raw video output to Blackmagic Design Video Assist external recorders, and improves eye-detection performance when using Auto-Area AF and Wide-Area AF modes. Key Features 45.7MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor Dual EXPEED 6 Image Processors UHD 4K60 Video; N-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out 10 fps Cont. Shooting, ISO 64-25600 493-Point Phase-Detect AF System 3.6m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder 3.2" 2.1m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD 5-Axis In-Body Vibration Reduction Dual Memory Card Slots NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens In the Box Nikon Z 7II Mirrorless Digital Camera with 24-70mm f/4 Lens Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens Nikon EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Nikon UC-E24 USB Cable HDMI/USB Cable Clip Nikon BS-1 Hot Shoe Cover for Nikon SLR Cameras Nikon AN-DC19 Camera Strap Nikon BF-N1 Body Cap Nikon DK-29 Rubber Eyecup
Overview - Improved processing, greater versatility, but familiar in design, the Nikon Z 7II takes everything that was great from the original and ups its capabilities even more. Sporting a high-resolution 45.7MP FX-format BSI CMOS sensor and dual EXPEED 6 image processors, the Z 7II is clearly aimed at the detail-obsessed image-maker. - The sensor's design omits the optical low-pass filter for greater detail recording capability and the sensor supports a native sensitivity range down to ISO 64 for lush, rich capture. Updated processing also yields faster speeds, including a quickened 10 fps continuous shooting rate and deeper buffer for working with moving subjects. UHD 4K 60p video is supported, too, with the option to record externally in 10-bit using N-Log or HLG (HDR) modes). The sensor also incorporates a 493-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. Additionally, 5-axis in-body Vibration Reduction helps to reduce the appearance of camera shake with any mounted lens. - Balancing the imaging, the Z 7II retains its overall physical design, however it has been updated with a new dual memory card slot interface to hold one CFexpress Type B card and one SD UHS-II card for more flexible storage. Both a high-res 3.6m-dot OLED EVF and rear 3.2" 2.1m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD lend versatility to image composition and playback, and Snap - Bridge wireless connectivity can be used for remote camera control, image sharing to a mobile device, and even over-the-air firmware updates. - Firmware version 1.10 unlocks UHD 4K recording at 60p and 50p frame rates, enables raw video output to Blackmagic Design Video Assist external recorders, and improves eye-detection performance when using Auto-Area AF and Wide-Area AF modes. Key Features 45.7MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor Dual EXPEED 6 Image Processors UHD 4K60 Video; N-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out 10 fps Cont. Shooting, ISO 64-25600 493-Point Phase-Detect AF System 3.6m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder 3.2" 2.1m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD 5-Axis In-Body Vibration Reduction Dual Memory Card Slots NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens In the Box Nikon Z 7II Mirrorless Digital Camera with 24-70mm f/4 Lens Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens Nikon EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Nikon UC-E24 USB Cable HDMI/USB Cable Clip Nikon BS-1 Hot Shoe Cover for Nikon SLR Cameras Nikon AN-DC19 Camera Strap Nikon BF-N1 Body Cap Nikon DK-29 Rubber Eyecup
Overview - Improved processing, greater versatility, but familiar in design, the Nikon Z 7II takes everything that was great from the original and ups its capabilities even more. Sporting a high-resolution 45.7MP FX-format BSI CMOS sensor and dual EXPEED 6 image processors, the Z 7II is clearly aimed at the detail-obsessed image-maker. - The sensor's design omits the optical low-pass filter for greater detail recording capability and the sensor supports a native sensitivity range down to ISO 64 for lush, rich capture. Updated processing also yields faster speeds, including a quickened 10 fps continuous shooting rate and deeper buffer for working with moving subjects. UHD 4K 60p video is supported, too, with the option to record externally in 10-bit using N-Log or HLG (HDR) modes). The sensor also incorporates a 493-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. Additionally, 5-axis in-body Vibration Reduction helps to reduce the appearance of camera shake with any mounted lens. - Balancing the imaging, the Z 7II retains its overall physical design, however it has been updated with a new dual memory card slot interface to hold one CFexpress Type B card and one SD UHS-II card for more flexible storage. Both a high-res 3.6m-dot OLED EVF and rear 3.2" 2.1m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD lend versatility to image composition and playback, and Snap - Bridge wireless connectivity can be used for remote camera control, image sharing to a mobile device, and even over-the-air firmware updates. - Firmware version 1.10 unlocks UHD 4K recording at 60p and 50p frame rates, enables raw video output to Blackmagic Design Video Assist external recorders, and improves eye-detection performance when using Auto-Area AF and Wide-Area AF modes. Key Features 45.7MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor Dual EXPEED 6 Image Processors UHD 4K60 Video; N-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out 10 fps Cont. Shooting, ISO 64-25600 493-Point Phase-Detect AF System 3.6m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder 3.2" 2.1m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD 5-Axis In-Body Vibration Reduction Dual Memory Card Slots NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens In the Box Nikon Z 7II Mirrorless Digital Camera with 24-70mm f/4 Lens Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens Nikon EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Nikon UC-E24 USB Cable HDMI/USB Cable Clip Nikon BS-1 Hot Shoe Cover for Nikon SLR Cameras Nikon AN-DC19 Camera Strap Nikon BF-N1 Body Cap Nikon DK-29 Rubber Eyecup
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My wife got a Z9 before I did and when I tried hers I was blown away by it's AF capabilities particularly for wildlife. I've previously had D series cameras up to the D850. Since the Z series came out I switched to a Z7 & a Z7II because I mostly shoot landscapes. But, in terms of AF, they don't compare to the Z9. Several months ago we were hoping Nikon would introduce the Z8 before we go to Africa and that it would have the Z9 AF capabilities. Sensor wise, we think the current sensor is great and 45MP is plenty. Nikon gave us our wish. The images are, to my eyes, as good as the D850. There is about a 1/3 stop loss in DR compared to the D850, Z7II sensor but in my editing, I haven't yet noticed that minor loss. The smaller size makes for a much lighter package when ... MoreMy wife got a Z9 before I did and when I tried hers I was blown away by it's AF capabilities particularly for wildlife. I've previously had D series cameras up to the D850. Since the Z series came out I switched to a Z7 & a Z7II because I mostly shoot landscapes. But, in terms of AF, they don't compare to the Z9. Several months ago we were hoping Nikon would introduce the Z8 before we go to Africa and that it would have the Z9 AF capabilities. Sensor wise, we think the current sensor is great and 45MP is plenty. Nikon gave us our wish. The images are, to my eyes, as good as the D850. There is about a 1/3 stop loss in DR compared to the D850, Z7II sensor but in my editing, I haven't yet noticed that minor loss. The smaller size makes for a much lighter package when walking, camera ready, looking for wildlife.
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I'm another person who's just made the conversion from a D850 to the Z 8. Had it for about a week now and quite happy--five stars and won't return it. Here are some of my original concerns and thoughts from using it for a week.Before buying the Z 8 I was concerned about how it would feel in my hands, especially my right hand where I have some arthritis in a few fingers. The space between the grip and lens is fine--unlike on some Sony A7 models where it's too tight.Also concerned about switching from an optical viewfinder (I'm old school) to a digital one. Once I realized I never focus through the viewfinder anymore the digital one made sense. I just compose in the viewfinder (other than on a tripod in the studio.) Took a bit to get used to it, like being briefly ... MoreI'm another person who's just made the conversion from a D850 to the Z 8. Had it for about a week now and quite happy--five stars and won't return it. Here are some of my original concerns and thoughts from using it for a week.Before buying the Z 8 I was concerned about how it would feel in my hands, especially my right hand where I have some arthritis in a few fingers. The space between the grip and lens is fine--unlike on some Sony A7 models where it's too tight.Also concerned about switching from an optical viewfinder (I'm old school) to a digital one. Once I realized I never focus through the viewfinder anymore the digital one made sense. I just compose in the viewfinder (other than on a tripod in the studio.) Took a bit to get used to it, like being briefly surprised to see stills in the viewfinder and having the image get a bit washed out in *extremely* bright backlight situations. Not a problem, though. And a minor thing. If you bring the camera to your eye the back panel turns off and the viewfinder turns on. Turns out this will also happen if you're looking at the back panel and a finger gets too close to the viewfinder. Not an issue, just something to get used to (not doing.)I did need some time to convert from D850 controls to Z 8 controls, such as changing exposure (that is, from full frame to center weighted, etc.) and fully exploiting exposure lock (different button.) Ditto with changing to RAW. Not sure what I did but in my first real use I somehow changed from RAW to JPEG for a bit. Must have fumble-fingered something. Otherwise, the overall workflow/look-and-feel of the menu options is fully familiar for a current Nikon user.I continue to use the same SD card I used in the D850. No issues for photo but it couldn't handle higher-quality videos. Ended up getting a CFExpress card. Did learn that some cards run far hotter than others. I ended up with a ProGrade Gold CFExpress card.On to video--I'm *really* impressed! I use BlackMagic video cameras which still have more bit depth but the Z 8 offers a lot and will become a companion to my BM cameras. RAW capture with NLog is great. I can easily color grade with a Color Checker chart. Even ProRes looks good. And I now have a camera that can do autofocus while videoing. And although I generally power video cameras from larger Lithium bricks (like ones used on the backs of larger video cameras) the internal battery lasted quite long during a recent session where the camera was filming for close to an hour. And in 4K RAW. Not a fully accurate test but suggests good utility.The default settings are a bit slim. I did spend a bunch of time turning on features I'm used to in the D850. For example, all the various screens I use when reviewing a photo such as histogram.Finally, I bought the FTZ adapter so I could use my existing F-mount lenses. It works fine with the one Sigma zoom I used with it. But I've learned a lot about the Z 8's fly-by-wire design. As I said above, I hardly ever do manual focus with the lens' focus ring. I did replace my F-mount 70-200mm f/2.8 with the new Z-mount 70-200mm f/2.8 S lens. I can now redefine the lens' focus ring to do other things! I want to see if I can use it to do exposure compensation.Hope this helps. Glad to try to answer questions any other converter has. :)
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Finally, a mirrorless camera that is a better than me. I haven't felt this way with a camera since my D850 six years ago - but this is better. I enjoyed my D600, D700, D850, Z50, and Z7II. Those are all really good cameras, but this machine is a marvel and a challenge in the best possible ways. Outstanding optics, mechanics, functions and ergonomics. Already travels with me like a familiar friend. After some local basic function testing, I took it to a family beach weekend with my 24-120/4 and 70-200/2.8 and found the focusing system a thrill and a marvel. And the image production with people, animals and stills is 'stop and stare' quality. Outstanding hit rate. Post production work is actually fun. The Z8 has re-inspired my 50 years of amateur photography, and I'll ... MoreFinally, a mirrorless camera that is a better than me. I haven't felt this way with a camera since my D850 six years ago - but this is better. I enjoyed my D600, D700, D850, Z50, and Z7II. Those are all really good cameras, but this machine is a marvel and a challenge in the best possible ways. Outstanding optics, mechanics, functions and ergonomics. Already travels with me like a familiar friend. After some local basic function testing, I took it to a family beach weekend with my 24-120/4 and 70-200/2.8 and found the focusing system a thrill and a marvel. And the image production with people, animals and stills is 'stop and stare' quality. Outstanding hit rate. Post production work is actually fun. The Z8 has re-inspired my 50 years of amateur photography, and I'll enjoy catching up to its capability for a long time. This Nikon product leaves me wondering again - how and what is it that makes a camera so special? *footnote: buy big and fast cards - you'll enjoy getting your money's worth from them!!
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My wife got a Z9 before I did and when I tried hers I was blown away by it's AF capabilities particularly for wildlife. I've previously had D series cameras up to the D850. Since the Z series came out I switched to a Z7 & a Z7II because I mostly shoot landscapes. But, in terms of AF, they don't compare to the Z9. Several months ago we were hoping Nikon would introduce the Z8 before we go to Africa and that it would have the Z9 AF capabilities. Sensor wise, we think the current sensor is great and 45MP is plenty. Nikon gave us our wish. The images are, to my eyes, as good as the D850. There is about a 1/3 stop loss in DR compared to the D850, Z7II sensor but in my editing, I haven't yet noticed that minor loss. The smaller size makes for a much lighter package when ... MoreMy wife got a Z9 before I did and when I tried hers I was blown away by it's AF capabilities particularly for wildlife. I've previously had D series cameras up to the D850. Since the Z series came out I switched to a Z7 & a Z7II because I mostly shoot landscapes. But, in terms of AF, they don't compare to the Z9. Several months ago we were hoping Nikon would introduce the Z8 before we go to Africa and that it would have the Z9 AF capabilities. Sensor wise, we think the current sensor is great and 45MP is plenty. Nikon gave us our wish. The images are, to my eyes, as good as the D850. There is about a 1/3 stop loss in DR compared to the D850, Z7II sensor but in my editing, I haven't yet noticed that minor loss. The smaller size makes for a much lighter package when walking, camera ready, looking for wildlife.
I'm another person who's just made the conversion from a D850 to the Z 8. Had it for about a week now and quite happy--five stars and won't return it. Here are some of my original concerns and thoughts from using it for a week.Before buying the Z 8 I was concerned about how it would feel in my hands, especially my right hand where I have some arthritis in a few fingers. The space between the grip and lens is fine--unlike on some Sony A7 models where it's too tight.Also concerned about switching from an optical viewfinder (I'm old school) to a digital one. Once I realized I never focus through the viewfinder anymore the digital one made sense. I just compose in the viewfinder (other than on a tripod in the studio.) Took a bit to get used to it, like being briefly ... MoreI'm another person who's just made the conversion from a D850 to the Z 8. Had it for about a week now and quite happy--five stars and won't return it. Here are some of my original concerns and thoughts from using it for a week.Before buying the Z 8 I was concerned about how it would feel in my hands, especially my right hand where I have some arthritis in a few fingers. The space between the grip and lens is fine--unlike on some Sony A7 models where it's too tight.Also concerned about switching from an optical viewfinder (I'm old school) to a digital one. Once I realized I never focus through the viewfinder anymore the digital one made sense. I just compose in the viewfinder (other than on a tripod in the studio.) Took a bit to get used to it, like being briefly surprised to see stills in the viewfinder and having the image get a bit washed out in *extremely* bright backlight situations. Not a problem, though. And a minor thing. If you bring the camera to your eye the back panel turns off and the viewfinder turns on. Turns out this will also happen if you're looking at the back panel and a finger gets too close to the viewfinder. Not an issue, just something to get used to (not doing.)I did need some time to convert from D850 controls to Z 8 controls, such as changing exposure (that is, from full frame to center weighted, etc.) and fully exploiting exposure lock (different button.) Ditto with changing to RAW. Not sure what I did but in my first real use I somehow changed from RAW to JPEG for a bit. Must have fumble-fingered something. Otherwise, the overall workflow/look-and-feel of the menu options is fully familiar for a current Nikon user.I continue to use the same SD card I used in the D850. No issues for photo but it couldn't handle higher-quality videos. Ended up getting a CFExpress card. Did learn that some cards run far hotter than others. I ended up with a ProGrade Gold CFExpress card.On to video--I'm *really* impressed! I use BlackMagic video cameras which still have more bit depth but the Z 8 offers a lot and will become a companion to my BM cameras. RAW capture with NLog is great. I can easily color grade with a Color Checker chart. Even ProRes looks good. And I now have a camera that can do autofocus while videoing. And although I generally power video cameras from larger Lithium bricks (like ones used on the backs of larger video cameras) the internal battery lasted quite long during a recent session where the camera was filming for close to an hour. And in 4K RAW. Not a fully accurate test but suggests good utility.The default settings are a bit slim. I did spend a bunch of time turning on features I'm used to in the D850. For example, all the various screens I use when reviewing a photo such as histogram.Finally, I bought the FTZ adapter so I could use my existing F-mount lenses. It works fine with the one Sigma zoom I used with it. But I've learned a lot about the Z 8's fly-by-wire design. As I said above, I hardly ever do manual focus with the lens' focus ring. I did replace my F-mount 70-200mm f/2.8 with the new Z-mount 70-200mm f/2.8 S lens. I can now redefine the lens' focus ring to do other things! I want to see if I can use it to do exposure compensation.Hope this helps. Glad to try to answer questions any other converter has. :)
Finally, a mirrorless camera that is a better than me. I haven't felt this way with a camera since my D850 six years ago - but this is better. I enjoyed my D600, D700, D850, Z50, and Z7II. Those are all really good cameras, but this machine is a marvel and a challenge in the best possible ways. Outstanding optics, mechanics, functions and ergonomics. Already travels with me like a familiar friend. After some local basic function testing, I took it to a family beach weekend with my 24-120/4 and 70-200/2.8 and found the focusing system a thrill and a marvel. And the image production with people, animals and stills is 'stop and stare' quality. Outstanding hit rate. Post production work is actually fun. The Z8 has re-inspired my 50 years of amateur photography, and I'll ... MoreFinally, a mirrorless camera that is a better than me. I haven't felt this way with a camera since my D850 six years ago - but this is better. I enjoyed my D600, D700, D850, Z50, and Z7II. Those are all really good cameras, but this machine is a marvel and a challenge in the best possible ways. Outstanding optics, mechanics, functions and ergonomics. Already travels with me like a familiar friend. After some local basic function testing, I took it to a family beach weekend with my 24-120/4 and 70-200/2.8 and found the focusing system a thrill and a marvel. And the image production with people, animals and stills is 'stop and stare' quality. Outstanding hit rate. Post production work is actually fun. The Z8 has re-inspired my 50 years of amateur photography, and I'll enjoy catching up to its capability for a long time. This Nikon product leaves me wondering again - how and what is it that makes a camera so special? *footnote: buy big and fast cards - you'll enjoy getting your money's worth from them!!
I ordered the Z8 kit with the 24-120 mm S lens 20 minutes after the Z8 was officially announced and expected it to come around Christmas. I got it a few days later. The size of it fits my large hands perfectly. The instruction manual is real small and requires going to NikonUSA to see what should have been in the instruction manual that came with the camera. A lot has changed from my D810 and D850. The Z8 is amazing, especially after reading the online manuals.I found the focus acquisition to be much faster than my D810 and D850. I have a nice collection of F-mount Nikon lenses and the AFS lenses with the FTZ2 focus just as fast as the 24-120mm S lens that came as part of the kit. My Nikon 500mm PF lens has fast focus even with the Nikon TC-20 teleconverter. The ... MoreI ordered the Z8 kit with the 24-120 mm S lens 20 minutes after the Z8 was officially announced and expected it to come around Christmas. I got it a few days later. The size of it fits my large hands perfectly. The instruction manual is real small and requires going to NikonUSA to see what should have been in the instruction manual that came with the camera. A lot has changed from my D810 and D850. The Z8 is amazing, especially after reading the online manuals.I found the focus acquisition to be much faster than my D810 and D850. I have a nice collection of F-mount Nikon lenses and the AFS lenses with the FTZ2 focus just as fast as the 24-120mm S lens that came as part of the kit. My Nikon 500mm PF lens has fast focus even with the Nikon TC-20 teleconverter. The focus gets progressively faster when the TC-17 and TC-14 teleconverters are used.I had been waiting several years for a Nikon camera like this and this is better than I had dreamed of. I'm still learning all the features I will be using so I can customize it for doing exactly what I want it to do.
I went down to the Phoenix area over the last few days and shot over 3,000 images in all kinds of light. The Z8 worked just as well as my Z9 with no problems. I do like the newer drive mode buttons for selecting my burst mode and fps. I don't have to take my eye off the subject now to hold down a locking button and then turn the dial. I just push the drive button and spin the front or rear dial for the type of drive (S,L,H,T). I think that is a bit easier.Now for the battery life. I started with a full battery in the morning and shot until mid afternoon. My friend was using his Sony A1 along side me. After about 700 shots (single and burst), I was down to 30%. My friend's Sony was down to about 70%. Towards the end of the shoot, my battery was down to 11% so I put ... MoreI went down to the Phoenix area over the last few days and shot over 3,000 images in all kinds of light. The Z8 worked just as well as my Z9 with no problems. I do like the newer drive mode buttons for selecting my burst mode and fps. I don't have to take my eye off the subject now to hold down a locking button and then turn the dial. I just push the drive button and spin the front or rear dial for the type of drive (S,L,H,T). I think that is a bit easier.Now for the battery life. I started with a full battery in the morning and shot until mid afternoon. My friend was using his Sony A1 along side me. After about 700 shots (single and burst), I was down to 30%. My friend's Sony was down to about 70%. Towards the end of the shoot, my battery was down to 11% so I put a fresh one in. The next day, I continued using that battery and when I finished the shoot, I had about 50% less. So I shot right at 3000 images with 1.5 batteries! Not too bad! I did occasionally remember to shut the camera off between shoots which helped a lot. So I would recommend carrying one or two spare batteries with you on a long shoot.I would definitely recommend this wonderful camera! I feel like it is my beloved D50 reincarnated, but with a much younger generation's capabilities. It feels great in my hands and feels so much lighter than the Z9. Battery life isn't as good, but the weight difference easily makes up for that!
I've had the Nikon Z8 for one week now and am very happy with the purchase. I also own a Nikon D850 and a Nikon Z7 II ---- I'm keeping those cameras as well, so now I have a trio of Nikon digital cameras. The D850 is the biggest and heaviest of the three and the Z7 II is the smallest and lightest of the three. I always felt the Z7 II was borderline too small. Anything smaller than that would have been too small for me. However, I love that camera and will continue to use it when I want to travel a light as possible.The Z8 is the perfect size for me. I had no problem with the size of the D850, but it felt a bit heavy -- especially when going on long hikes. The Z8 is the perfect size and weight for me. The Z8 falls in the "Goldilocks" zone for me; it's not too small ... MoreI've had the Nikon Z8 for one week now and am very happy with the purchase. I also own a Nikon D850 and a Nikon Z7 II ---- I'm keeping those cameras as well, so now I have a trio of Nikon digital cameras. The D850 is the biggest and heaviest of the three and the Z7 II is the smallest and lightest of the three. I always felt the Z7 II was borderline too small. Anything smaller than that would have been too small for me. However, I love that camera and will continue to use it when I want to travel a light as possible.The Z8 is the perfect size for me. I had no problem with the size of the D850, but it felt a bit heavy -- especially when going on long hikes. The Z8 is the perfect size and weight for me. The Z8 falls in the "Goldilocks" zone for me; it's not too small and not too big -- it's just right. I never bought the Z9 because I really don't need a vertical grip and it's too heavy as well. However, if you love and need a battery grip, then the Z9 is a better choice for you. In that case, don't get the Z8. The two cameras are ALMOST identical in every other way.For use with the Z8 camera I bought a CFexpress card made by Delkin; it's the 150GB Delkin Black. I love that card. It's fast and doesn't get hot. Since I'm doing 95% still images and very little video, the 150GB size fits my needs perfectly. If you plan to do a lot of video, get a 256GB or bigger card. I'm not using anything in the SD slot on the camera at the moment, but intend to get a 128GB SD card. I'll either get another Delkin or a ProGrade card; it all depends on the price at the time I make the purchase.I've used the Z8 with my four "Z" mount lenses (14-30mm zoom, 24-120mm zoom, 100-400mm zoom, and 85mm prime). It works great with all those lenses. I also used it with several "F" mount lenses (Nikkor 10.5mm DX, Nikkor 16-35mm zoom, Nikkor 20mm prime, Nikkor 80-400mm zoom, Tamron 24-70mm zoom, and Tamron 70-200mm zoom). Those work fine too via the FTZ adapter.I mostly photograph landscapes and animals. The autofocus system work even better than that of the Z7 II camera. When photographing birds in flight, I love the lack of blackout and lag in the viewfinder when trying to track the birds and shooting at 20 frames per second. On the Z8 I'm amazed at how well it locks on the bird as I'm shooting. The camera locks onto the eyes of all the animals I've photographed so far as it does when photographing people.The only negative I have is that the battery doesn't last longer on a single charge. Maybe Nikon will come out with a more powerful EN-EL15c battery (a EN-EL15d would be nice). I'm not saying the number of shots is awful. It's roughly the same as what I would get out of the EN-EL15c in my Nikon Z7 II camera. But it would have been nice to get more shots on a single charge. It's not a big issue for me, but it's the only negative I can think of. Just bring along an extra battery and you'll be fine.I wear eyeglasses and I like the ability to reduce the size of the image in the viewfinder. Without that ability I find myself struggling to see all the edges of the frame at once. By going into the menu settings you can reduce the image size in the viewfinder enough to see all the frame more easily. Yes, I suppose I could remove my glasses and adjust the viewfinder diopter for my vision, but that isn't ideal for me. I'd rather just be able to put the camera up to my eye and see the whole image when looking through the viewfinder. So if you wear eyeglasses when using a camera, this feature may appeal to you -- try it.I'm glad there is a sensor shield incorporated into this Nikon. While it won't totally eliminate the chance of getting junk on the sensor, it does seem to lessen that possibility. So far my sensor is clean. The first thing I did after charging the battery and inserting it into the camera is to go to the menu setting that turns on the sensor shield so it covers the sensor as soon as you turn the camera off and before you change lenses. For some strange reason Nikon decided to have that default setting to NOT activate the sensor shield when you turn the camera off. So my advice is to turn that setting on as soon as you get the camera and before you put a lens on the camera.I've attached one of my scenic shots to this review. It was taken with the Z8 through a Nikkor 14-30mm zoom. In summary, I love this camera and highly recommend it. A longer battery life would be nice, but if you're careful with how you use the camera (turn it off whenever you can and don't spend a lot of time admiring your images on the LCD screen), depending on how you shoot and what you're shooting, you'll be able to get about 900 RAW pictures on a single charge.
Pros: Autofocus and frame rate. Excellent and flexible autofocus and a frame rate that gets you the shot! I set it to 20 frames per second but soon realised that this is only required for special occasions, wildlife in action, for example. because the "shutter" is silent (I have now set a low sound so that I can hear it, but others can't) it was too easy to take loads of images and that meant more time going through almost identical shots and deleting most of them. The body is highly configurable so there is some investment in time required to get the most out of this beast.Cons: Ideally I would have liked it to be closer in size and weight to a Z7, but it handles really well.
I bought the Z9 since I had been contemplating a move to mirrorless for awhile. It was my first full frame Nikon (coming from the D500) and boy it felt heavy. But loved the quiet and rapid focussing plus the 20fps and the pre-capture (though wish it could pre-capture in RAW as well). Also doing hand-held video was amazing to me, even with a 400mm plus lens.Bought the Z8 as a back-up to the Z9 since it would allow me to shoot the Z lenses if something happened to my Z9 on a trip. Now thinking the Z8 may become my primary camera! Love having all the features of the Z9 in such a light package. If the Z8 had been available at the same time as the Z9, probably would never have gotten the Z9! Even the battery has been a pleasant surprise, lasting thousands of shots plus ... MoreI bought the Z9 since I had been contemplating a move to mirrorless for awhile. It was my first full frame Nikon (coming from the D500) and boy it felt heavy. But loved the quiet and rapid focussing plus the 20fps and the pre-capture (though wish it could pre-capture in RAW as well). Also doing hand-held video was amazing to me, even with a 400mm plus lens.Bought the Z8 as a back-up to the Z9 since it would allow me to shoot the Z lenses if something happened to my Z9 on a trip. Now thinking the Z8 may become my primary camera! Love having all the features of the Z9 in such a light package. If the Z8 had been available at the same time as the Z9, probably would never have gotten the Z9! Even the battery has been a pleasant surprise, lasting thousands of shots plus shooting video. Tried it out on a tern fishing and the focus was great (as good as the Z9) as well on a Cooper's hawk in the shade.Thanks to B&H for getting me the camera on the first release.
This is the camera to get for still photography. The price is 1/2 that of the new Panasonic S5 Mark 2, both have the same resolution Viewfinder, and both are CMOS sensors. Comparing the sensor specs for CMOS and BSI CMOS: not that different. The newer BSI sensors are more sensitive to UV and IR, they need a thicker filter stack. The CMOS vignettes at the very edges with my Super-Speed Canon 50mm F0.95, but easily corrected using a Profile in "ART", Another Raw Therapee software, available free. The Canon lens was my "Make or Break" test for focusing with the EVF. It is easy, was able to focus on Skaters at the local roller skating rink under Disco Lights, something I can do with my Leica but not with the Nikon Df.
I have always wanted the features found in Nikon's flagship models such as the D5, D6 Z9. But the size and weight of those cameras, let alone the cost, was not to my liking. I tried other Nikon models such as the D850 and D500, but they could not compete when it came to action shots.Finally, Nikon gave us the Z8, a camera with virtually the same specifications of their flagship camera, the Z9.For those of you who have not experienced mirrorless cameras, it may well be time to get your feet wet and get the Z8. I have owned the Z7 for almost five years, and despite some of its flaws, I was convinced that the mirrorless technology was the future of photography.The Z8 shows just how good this new technology is. From the viewfinder that allows me to see what my ... MoreI have always wanted the features found in Nikon's flagship models such as the D5, D6 Z9. But the size and weight of those cameras, let alone the cost, was not to my liking. I tried other Nikon models such as the D850 and D500, but they could not compete when it came to action shots.Finally, Nikon gave us the Z8, a camera with virtually the same specifications of their flagship camera, the Z9.For those of you who have not experienced mirrorless cameras, it may well be time to get your feet wet and get the Z8. I have owned the Z7 for almost five years, and despite some of its flaws, I was convinced that the mirrorless technology was the future of photography.The Z8 shows just how good this new technology is. From the viewfinder that allows me to see what my image looks like before I grab the image (letting me get the proper exposure), and letting me see a bright viewfinder image even when there is marginal lighting, to a remarkable, intelligent focus system that tracks most any subject you choose. For the first time, I can concentrate on framing the image rather than just trying to keep things in focus. Just set the Z8 to 3D tracking and auto on subject detection and be amazed. No DSLR can come close to this kind of tracking and accuracy.Technology is now doing to cameras what it did to computers and cell phones. Today's cameras, such as the Z8, are smart and that trend is only going to continue. The mechanical limitations of the DSLR are history. The Z8 has no moving parts except the protection shutter that only operates when the camera is turned off. Now there is an on board computer that can quickly analyze what the sensor sees. It knows what a person, bird, animal, plane, car etc. looks like and instantly focuses on whatever I pick. If the Z8 finds an eye it focuses on it immediately. If the eye disappears, the Z8 still focuses on the subject till the eye re-appears. It is like magic.There so many other advantages. No more mirror slap, or shutter bounce to mar those long telephoto images. Insane shutter speeds to 1/32,000 second. As in cell phones there is the ability to take images up to 1 second before pushing the shutter. No blanking of the display when taking rapid shots of most any duration and at speeds up to 120 frames per second. Real communication to S lenses for faster focus, better VR, not to mention excellent sharpness. And there will be future software updates that will enhance the camera's ability and function. What's not to like?The DSLR is a bit like a Steam Locomotive. There is a lot of nostalgia and fondness for those mechanical monsters, but there are so many reasons for them not being the choice in today's world.Today, the Z8 is the camera we all have been waiting for. One day, as well, it will be obsolete , that being the nature of the fast advances in computer technology. But today, I am going out and have fun with the Z8 and not look back.
