Anyone have any information of the long-awaited review of the Nikon Z9 by Steve Perry? Has there ever been a more wanted review? Has Steve ever taken this long to post his video review of a new Nikon?
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He's added Z9 focus stuff to his mirrorless book. And he recently sent a note that his full users manual book for the Z9 is coming, soon.Anyone have any information of the long-awaited review of the Nikon Z9 by Steve Perry? Has there ever been a more wanted review? Has Steve ever taken this long to post his video review of a new Nikon?
That makes a lot of sense. Sure it would be nice to see a review from you, but given the delay I think your time would be best spent on other projects. Maybe a review if Nikon comes out with another "earth shattering" firmware upgrade.It's coming, probably in Sept. I've had workshops all summer and no time for long videos like that. Also, I've added something like 120 pages to the AF book (mostly for the Z9) and the Z9 Setup guide I've been working on is over 300 pages. It's a lot of work and haven't given me much time for reviews.
That, and at this point I'm actually surprised anyone still wants a review. There's a LOT of them out there! TBH I'm a little worried that I'll spend 50+ hours putting it together and it won't get that many views. Review videos are a losing proposition for me because of how I do them, so I have a tendency to put the off. For the time it takes for a single review video, I can put out two or three normal videos and, collectively, have a lot more views.
I really appreciate how you look at your time, the value of your time, and running a successful business. So many don't do this which is why the content on YouTube for example is average at best. I think that is why you have a unique following when compared to many YouTube channels who are more turn and burn mentality.It's coming, probably in Sept. I've had workshops all summer and no time for long videos like that. Also, I've added something like 120 pages to the AF book (mostly for the Z9) and the Z9 Setup guide I've been working on is over 300 pages. It's a lot of work and haven't given me much time for reviews.
That, and at this point I'm actually surprised anyone still wants a review. There's a LOT of them out there! TBH I'm a little worried that I'll spend 50+ hours putting it together and it won't get that many views. Review videos are a losing proposition for me because of how I do them, so I have a tendency to put the off. For the time it takes for a single review video, I can put out two or three normal videos and, collectively, have a lot more views.
Exactly. Don't be surprised if all the gear junkies will be all over it, clicking and commenting. This will especially include those who already own a Z9.Steve cant believe you have some trepidation that your Z9 review "wont get many views" or that u r "surprised anyone wants it" ....prediction it will be your most successful review and guide to date.....get er done
Go with your gut, and experience, Steve. Your preliminary review of the Z9, along with the many reviews from others, seems all that anyone should need to decide on buying (or not) this camera body, IMHO. Frankly, I’d rather see you spend time on the shorter videos, like your recent 10 Traits one (and maybe one on wildlife flash photography ). Geesh, folks, let’s give our favorite wildlife photography educator a little break!It's coming, probably in Sept. I've had workshops all summer and no time for long videos like that. Also, I've added something like 120 pages to the AF book (mostly for the Z9) and the Z9 Setup guide I've been working on is over 300 pages. It's a lot of work and haven't given me much time for reviews.
That, and at this point I'm actually surprised anyone still wants a review. There's a LOT of them out there! TBH I'm a little worried that I'll spend 50+ hours putting it together and it won't get that many views. Review videos are a losing proposition for me because of how I do them, so I have a tendency to put the off. For the time it takes for a single review video, I can put out two or three normal videos and, collectively, have a lot more views.
No worries, I'll still do it - there are just too many people asking. It's worth it to just put it out there so I don't get e-mails about it every daySteve cant believe you have some trepidation that your Z9 review "wont get many views" or that u r "surprised anyone wants it" ....prediction it will be your most successful review and guide to date.....get er done
I too would prefer to do a few shorter vids instead of the review, but the constant e-mails asking for it make it easier in the long term to just get it doneGo with your gut, and experience, Steve. Your preliminary review of the Z9, along with the many reviews from others, seems all that anyone should need to decide on buying (or not) this camera body, IMHO. Frankly, I’d rather see you spend time on the shorter videos, like your recent 10 Traits one (and maybe one on wildlife flash photography ). Geesh, folks, let’s give our favorite wildlife photography educator a little break!
i'll watch it, does that help?!TBH I'm a little worried that I'll spend 50+ hours putting it together and it won't get that many views.
Well, now I'll do it for surei'll watch it, does that help?!
i figured that would make all the difference!Well, now I'll do it for sure
i figured that would make all the difference!
I think something as simple as 'long term review' could pique interest because it would give it a reason to exist now and it would instanty stand out from all the 'I've had the z9 for 10 day' reviews that came out early on. I know all your reviews are long term reviews but having it in the title might be useful?No worries, I'll still do it - there are just too many people asking. It's worth it to just put it out there so I don't get e-mails about it every day
That's a great idea and might add some views - thanks!I think something as simple as 'long term review' could pique interest because it would give it a reason to exist now and it would instanty stand out from all the 'I've had the z9 for 10 day' reviews that came out early on. I know all your reviews are long term reviews but having it in the title might be useful?
I agree. The Z9 has been out long enough that there are enough reviews out there to make informed decision on whether the Z9 is the right camera for me. It probably took me 10 minutes to figure that out. But for those of us who already have one, there's not many sources where you can go to and find out everything you need to know about the camera. I'm really looking forward to your book coming out even though I'll have had the Z9 for 9 months. I'm still certain that your book is going to provide new revelations in how to use my camera.It's coming, probably in Sept. I've had workshops all summer and no time for long videos like that. Also, I've added something like 120 pages to the AF book (mostly for the Z9) and the Z9 Setup guide I've been working on is over 300 pages. It's a lot of work and haven't given me much time for reviews.
That, and at this point I'm actually surprised anyone still wants a review. There's a LOT of them out there! TBH I'm a little worried that I'll spend 50+ hours putting it together and it won't get that many views. Review videos are a losing proposition for me because of how I do them, so I have a tendency to put the off. For the time it takes for a single review video, I can put out two or three normal videos and, collectively, have a lot more views.
99.9% of what passes for "reviews" of photographic products are rushed out, and much of the content parrots spec-sheets and similar recycled information. Some are not independent of the manufacturers' influences. Such be the notorious talking-head zone....I think something as simple as 'long term review' could pique interest because it would give it a reason to exist now and it would instanty stand out from all the 'I've had the z9 for 10 day' reviews that came out early on. I know all your reviews are long term reviews but having it in the title might be useful?
Like others have noted…yours really isn't a 'review' as much as a 'how to get the most out of this camera' video. Still though…with the hours you'll spend on it and your knowledge of how past videos of a similar sort have done…whether you do it or not is up to you as it isn't paying any bills. Shorter videos on your site might not be paying the bills either but more exposure/audience helps sell books and workshops…and while I have never researched how YouTube videos make people money to any extent I imagine the shorter videos there do bring in some cash for ya.It's coming, probably in Sept. I've had workshops all summer and no time for long videos like that. Also, I've added something like 120 pages to the AF book (mostly for the Z9) and the Z9 Setup guide I've been working on is over 300 pages. It's a lot of work and haven't given me much time for reviews.
That, and at this point I'm actually surprised anyone still wants a review. There's a LOT of them out there! TBH I'm a little worried that I'll spend 50+ hours putting it together and it won't get that many views. Review videos are a losing proposition for me because of how I do them, so I have a tendency to put the off. For the time it takes for a single review video, I can put out two or three normal videos and, collectively, have a lot more views.
Maybe instead of a detailed Z9 review you intersperse some shorter ones…that way you don't spend any more time on one of them than a normal length shorter video but cover a section in detail. Shooting banks one time, AF area modes the next time…and narrowing the focus along with your normal 'this is why I do things this way and why I don't do them this other way" review comments you sort of answer the emails you get while keeping the shorter videos you prefer to do as more common. Your normal review covers…everything is the word I'm looking for…but realistically a lot of things you include because that's the way you do them aren't really necessary. Too much detail on how many buttons it has and how good the weather sealing is…well, all of that has been covered pretty well by the quick hit day of release reviews…but a more nuanced evaluation of new firmware releases and delving into AF area modes and the like are bread and butter. One thing I got out of the video (not yours but it was mentioned here and I attended) last week was the difference on what was focused on in Wide modes versus Dynamic modes (i.e., closest vs color patterns) and why one would use one or the other in a particular situation…but that video was specifically directed at AF area modes with just a touch on other things.I too would prefer to do a few shorter vids instead of the review, but the constant e-mails asking for it make it easier in the long term to just get it done