Nikon Z8

Nikon Z8
Overview
MakerNikon
TypeFull-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera
Released26 May 2023;
19 months ago (2023-05-26)
Intro priceJPY 599,500 (body only)
USD 3,999.95
Lens
Lens mountNikon Z-mount
Sensor/medium
Sensor typeStacked back-illuminated CMOS sensor
Sensor sizeFull frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm)
Nikon FX format
Sensor makerSony
Maximum resolution8,256 x 5,504 (45.7 effective megapixels)
Film speedNative range of ISO 64-25,600 (expandable to 32-102,400)
Recording mediumXQD card/CFexpress Type-B and SD card
Focusing
FocusSingle-servo AF (AF-S)
Continuous-servo AF (AF-C)
Full-time AF (AF-F; only available in video mode)
Predictive focus tracking
Manual focus
Focus areas493 points (single-point AF) with 90% coverage
Exposure/metering
ExposureTTL metering using camera image sensor
Exposure modesProgrammed Auto [P] with flexible program; Shutter-Priority Auto [S]; Aperture Priority Auto [A]; Manual [M]
Exposure meteringTTL metering using camera image sensor
Highlight-weighted metering: -3 to +17 EV (ISO 100, f/2.0 lens, 20 °C/68 °F)
Metering modesMatrix metering
Center-weighted metering
Spot metering
Highlight-weighted metering
Flash
FlashNo built-in flash
Flash synchronization1/200s (up to 1/8000s using high-speed sync)
Shutter
Frame rateUp to 120 fps in 11 MP continuous (C120), up to 60 fps in 19MP continuous (C60), up to 30 fps at full-resolution with JPEG output (C30), up to 20 fps with RAW output
ShutterElectronic shutter
Shutter speeds900s – 1/32000s
Continuous shooting20fps / 30 fps / 120fps (expand)
Viewfinder
ViewfinderQuad-VGA (1280x960) EVF (3690000 dots), 0.8x magnification with 50 mm lens, 3000 nits brightness
Image processing
Image processorExpeed 7
White balanceAuto (keep white, keep warm colors, keep overall atmosphere), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (3 types), flash, manual white point (2500K-10000K), preset manual (up to 6 values)
General
Video recording8.3K up to 60 fps in 12-bit N-RAW,
8K up to 30 fps with N-log,
4.1K up to 60 fps in 12-bit ProRes RAW HQ,
4K up to 120 fps,
1080p up to 120 fps
LCD screen3.2-inch vertically and horizontally tilting TFT LCD with 2.1 million dots with touchscreen
BatteryEN-EL15c (backwards compatible with EN-EL15a/b batteries)
USB-PD rechargeable
AV Port(s)Dual USB Type-C, HDMI 2.1 Type-A, 3.5 mm microphone jack, 3.5 mm headphone jack
Data Port(s)IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy
Body featuresIn-Body Image Stabilization
Dimensions144×118.5×83 mm (5.67×4.67×3.27 in)
Weight910g (with battery)
Made inThailand
Chronology
PredecessorNikon D850

The Nikon Z8 is a high-end full-frame mirrorless camera produced by Nikon. The camera was announced on May 10, 2023.[1] It is the tenth Z-mount camera body and the seventh full-frame Z-mount body.

Features

The Z8 has the same 45.7 MP stacked CMOS sensor as the Z 9, with identical autofocus and video capabilities to the Z 9, but in an around 30% smaller body, comparable to that of the D850, but approximately 100 grams lighter.[2] Aircraft (civilian and military) were added to the subject detection autofocus.

The camera utilizes an electronic shutter with speeds up to 1/32000 sec and includes 5-axis in-body image stabilization.[3]

[4] The battery is the same EN-EL15 series used in the Z 5/6/7 and various DSLRs; the much larger EN-EL18 batteries for the Z 9 and D4/5/6 DSLRs cannot be used.[4] HEIF was added as a recording format.[4] The magnesium alloy and a new material developed by Teijin give it the same dust and water resistance as the D850.[4] Firmware version 2.0 introduced Auto Capture (automatic triggering by motion, distance and subject detection), Pixel Shift (to create images up to 180 MP, NX Studio required for merging) and subject-detection for birds.[5][6]

Update history

Version Release date Notes
1.0 2023-05-26
  • Initial firmware version
1.01 2023-08-23
  • Changed high temperature warning thresholds
  • Fixed battery drain when off in some circumstances
  • Fixed disabled focus ring not being disabled in some circumstances
2.0 2024-02-06[7]
  • Added pixel shift feature
  • Added new picture controls for stills and video
  • Added dedicated bird subject detection for stills and video
  • Increased maximum EVF/live view zoom from 200% to 400% for stills and video
  • Added auto capture feature as in the Nikon Z9 for stills and also video
  • Maximum pre-capture duration has been increased from 30s to 300s
  • New exposure bracketing settings
  • Added pulled low-ISO settings for recording N-log
  • Added slow-motion video recording
  • Various playback improvements
  • Various controls improvements
  • Various minor changes
2.01 2024-04-23[8]
  • Fixed a green color cast appearing in some pictures
  • Fixed issue applying date/time
  • Fixed scrolling in image review with sub-selector
  • Fixed issue with EVF eye presence sensor not working properly after an update
  • Fixed issue with the i-menu not going away in some circumstances

Awards

The camera was awarded with the TIPA World Awards 2024 in category Best Full Frame Professional Camera,[9] the EISA Camera of the Year 2023-2024 award[10] and the iF Design Award 2024.[11][12]

References

  1. ^ "Nikon releases the Z 8 full-frame mirrorless camera". Nikon. 2023-05-10. Archived from the original on 2023-05-11. Retrieved 2023-05-12.
  2. ^ "Nikon Z8 initial review". Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 2023-05-12.
  3. ^ "Nikon Z8 - Full Specifications - TrendyTechDev". Retrieved 2024-11-18.
  4. ^ a b c d ニコン、Z 9の機能を凝縮したフルサイズミラーレスカメラ「Z 8」
  5. ^ "Nikon releases the upgraded firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon Z 8 full-frame mirrorless camera". Nikon. 2024-02-07. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  6. ^ "Z 8 Firmware 2.00". Nikon. 2024-02-07. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  7. ^ "Z 8 Firmware 2.0". Nikon. 2024-02-06. Archived from the original on 2024-02-07.
  8. ^ "Z 8 Firmware 2.01". Nikon. 2024-04-23.
  9. ^ "Tipa World Awards 2024 - TIPA". tipa.com. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
  10. ^ "2023-2024 EISA - Expert Imaging and Sound Association". eisa.eu. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
  11. ^ "iF design award". nikon.com. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
  12. ^ "Z 8 Digital camera - if Design Award 2024". ifdesign.com. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
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