John Navitsky
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i think they do it because for "flexibility", and maybe a bit to avoid cannibalization and theoretically due to space saving. but yah i wish they'd just put two proper slots in as well.
Official Nikon Z8 Launch And Discussion Thread
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John Navitsky
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as i noted in the other thread, i think this kinda establishes a new bar in value.
UPS just came - Z8 is now in hand!
Yes it has the protective cover over the shutter. If you watch the video above it shows the shield over the sensor...
Cameron T
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Enjoy the hands on.
I'm really curious as to how the different slots impact the speed on the first card if you have it set to duplicate the images on both.
jfredrick
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Thanks Steve looks great! This will likely be the camera that moves me into mirrorless. I like the body size and hybrid abilities since I enjoy stills and video. I look forward to the reviews!
fcotterill
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Nikon Z8 review: a supercharged D850 successor
The Nikon Z8 is a $4000 Stacked-CMOS full-frame mirrorless camera that offers most of the capabilities of the range-topping Z9 but in a smaller, less expensive body.
www.dpreview.com
And Thom Hogan has published a string of new Z8 related articles....
Nikon Z System News and Commentary | Thom Hogan
Nikon Z System news and commentary
www.zsystemuser.com
useful for comparisons- https://www.zsystemuser.com/nikon-z-system-news-and/what-does-the-z9-have-the.html
What Does the Nikon Z8 Have the Z9 Doesn’t? | Thom Hogan
What features does the Nikon Z8 have that the Nikon Z9 doesn't?
www.zsystemuser.com
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Krümelkraft
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Is there anything that the Z8 has that the Z9 doesn't have?
Apart from plane detection and skin softening?
So far, I'm rather disappointed. Basically a Z9 with a small battery at a way too high price for a D850 replacement.
I guess, we will get a major FW update for the Z9 soon.
Apart from plane detection and skin softening?
So far, I'm rather disappointed. Basically a Z9 with a small battery at a way too high price for a D850 replacement.
I guess, we will get a major FW update for the Z9 soon.
With the same layout, controls and features this camera makes a very good backup camera for the Z9 with a savings of $1600.
But I have two Z9s which for me is the perfect backup camera. The only advantage of the Z8 over the Z9 is the lighter weight of the camera, but for that I would have to give up the vertical grip, the pair of CFexpress slots and the longer battery life of the EN-EL 18.
When I really need a lightweight walkaround camera with a small lens - not for wildlife photography but for walking the streets in Paris or Venice - I have a Z7ii. Maybe the Z8 would be a good replacement for my Z7ii. But it is larger and heavier than the Z7ii, 32 oz vs 21 oz. Z9 is 47 oz.
But I have two Z9s which for me is the perfect backup camera. The only advantage of the Z8 over the Z9 is the lighter weight of the camera, but for that I would have to give up the vertical grip, the pair of CFexpress slots and the longer battery life of the EN-EL 18.
When I really need a lightweight walkaround camera with a small lens - not for wildlife photography but for walking the streets in Paris or Venice - I have a Z7ii. Maybe the Z8 would be a good replacement for my Z7ii. But it is larger and heavier than the Z7ii, 32 oz vs 21 oz. Z9 is 47 oz.
too much camera for me I'm sad to say. My Z6 needs replacing, but with all those features, like the Z9, it'd be just a waste. Sadly no lenses announced, that's what I was really hoping for,
Time to sell the Z9????
Steve, I'm really interested in the weight difference, hoping you can talk about that after you use your loaner?
Darrellhar
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I have to be honest I didn't think they would give us 99% of the Z9 in a Z8 at that price. I'm really surprised and really impressed. Now the question is will they add new FW to Z9 to pump up a few things to set it apart. Either way well done Nikon. What a way to disrupt the industry.
Only concern for me is battery life, but otherwise looks like the perfect camera!
Is there any information on the shipping date?
May 25th
I'm excited. It looks perfect for me.
DRM
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A 45 megapixel stacked sensor camera that gives access to Nikon’s Z lenses for $4000? Wow!
While I do use the grip, enjoy the bigger battery, and use the B slot for CFExpress cards on the Z9, I would certainly save $1500 and go with the Z8 if buying today. Flagship performance in a body that’s nearly one pound less in weight and lists for $1500 less? That’s a crazy attractive price.
While I do use the grip, enjoy the bigger battery, and use the B slot for CFExpress cards on the Z9, I would certainly save $1500 and go with the Z8 if buying today. Flagship performance in a body that’s nearly one pound less in weight and lists for $1500 less? That’s a crazy attractive price.
It's basically the MILC version of the D850. With higher frame rate. I'm not a fan of the two different cards but for landscape shooting etc, the SDis fast enough and is easier to deal with for uploading to laptop etc. So not all that bad. I've got a couple of fast SD cards that I bought for the A1 while I had it. It will be interesting to see what kind of buffer capacity they yield.
KevCan
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Nikon will also increase prices across the board starting on May 18th, including Z9. So it is right time to buy the cameras, lenses now as there are sales going on now.
fcotterill
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The Nikon USA live launch flagged the D850 comparisons.... Just from the lanuch and RicciC's comparison, and short lists above by ThomH...
I'm sticking to the Z9, for a couple of important reasons. And I'm now watching Used Z9 market closely
I'm sticking to the Z9, for a couple of important reasons. And I'm now watching Used Z9 market closely
Looks like the Z 8 loses the 3 buttons below the rear LCD screen - labeled LAN, WB, QUAL, and no voice notes (mic) nor vertical i button.
I will miss - QUAL, voice notes and the vertical i button. I use the QUAL as a lock button for front and rear control dials so I don't accidentally adjust Shutter speed or aperture.
I will miss - QUAL, voice notes and the vertical i button. I use the QUAL as a lock button for front and rear control dials so I don't accidentally adjust Shutter speed or aperture.
Krümelkraft
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In general, I share your concern.
On the other hand, a Z8 with two spare batteries are probably easier to carry than a Z9.
I seldom fill up the primary card so having a slower SD card as overflow is not big deal for me.
Dan - what time is in alaska? Have you gone to bed yet
uday592
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If you add a grip to Z8 then the weight may be close to Z9. As well buy the Z9 which has 2 CF A slots and probably better battery ;life.