Nikon Z8

The ultimate professional hybrid mirrorless powerhouse

Nikon Z8
92/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 19
Performance 19
Durability 19
Price 16
Usability 19
Brand Nikon
Model VOA060AM

Key Features

SENSOR 45.7MP Full-frame Stacked CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR EXPEED 7 image processor for high-speed performance
AUTOFOCUS 493-point phase-detection AF with deep learning subject detection
PHASE DETECTION Full sensor coverage with -9 EV low-light capability
VIDEO 8K/60p and 4K/120p 12-bit internal N-RAW recording
STABILIZATION 5-axis In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) up to 6 stops
BURST RATE Up to 20 fps RAW, 30 fps JPEG, 120 fps 11MP stills
VIEWFINDER 3.69m-dot OLED Real-Live Viewfinder with blackout-free display
DISPLAY 3.2-inch 2.1m-dot 4-axis tilting touchscreen LCD
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Dual USB-C, HDMI, Mic/Headphone ports
MEMORY CARD Dual slots: 1x CFexpress Type B, 1x SD UHS-II
WEATHER SEALING Professional-grade dust and drip resistance, magnesium alloy chassis
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 340 shots per charge (CIPA) using EN-EL15c

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon Z8

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ~ Limited Accessed via Mode button + Command dial
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Controlled via Command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Controlled via Command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Nikon Z8

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Nikon Z8 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Nikon Z8

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-frame Stacked CMOS
Resolution 45.7 Megapixels
ISO Range 64-25,600 (expandable to 32-102,400)
Autofocus 493-point Hybrid AF
Shutter Speed 1/32,000 to 30 seconds
Burst Rate Up to 120 fps
Video 8K 60p / 4K 120p
Stabilization 5-axis IBIS
Viewfinder 0.5-inch 3.69m-dot OLED
LCD 3.2-inch 4-axis tilting touchscreen
Memory Card CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II
Connectivity USB-C, HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Battery Life 340 shots (CIPA)
Weight 910g (with battery and card)
Dimensions 144 x 118.5 x 83 mm