6 Things I HATE about the Nikon Z6 II

TIME TO DRINK THE HATERADE!!! In this video, we discuss some of the shortcomings of the Nikon Z6 II, an almost perfect camera.
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[@ogonzilla]

YO! Looks like Nikon is listening! The newly announced Z9 (October 2021) now has GREEN confirmation when using AF-C! The Z9 also includes 3D focus with intelligent subject tracking as well as some new dynamic sizes (S, M, L). They've also announced that picking the size of your focus point will be possible with a future firmware release. Nice. But can we get it for the Z6 II as well?!?

[@forsak3none]

good thing they improve shit on the next model not on the one we already spent money on :)) just got a z62 this black friday, because im too poor to afford a z9 and the 780 wasnt on the discount list :)) curious too see how it will do with my run and gun style of shooting :))

[@Emulives]

@BINGO One nikon forcing to "upgrade" .Not firware update for this. shame

[@ashstubbings2603]

D'ya know what I really hate about the Nikon Z6 II? Not being able to afford one!! LOL

[@frederikboving]

Study what U1, U2 and U3 can do for you and (some of) your hate turns into Valentine's Day ... 😍

[@adam_mawz_maas]

Yep, while there's several buttons which should be configurable (drive, Exp Comp), the U1/2/3 get you a lot more control over what your few function buttons can do since you can have 4 sets thanks to them.

[@skyrunr]

Not really. There are several key settings that do not save to U1/U2/U3. Drive/Release, Storage folder, Picture Control, Multiple Exposure, Interval Timer, Time Lapse, Focus Shifting. You also can't change from PSAM within a U1/U2/U3. If your PASM is much different from your U1/U2/U3 you really have to mess it up to change the mode of a U1/U2/U3 preset. I still prefer Nikon over Canon and Sony, but it bugs me EVERY time I use it. Sony lets you program about 80 functions to an Fn button, or even other buttons (like the dial-pad.) Nikon often limits you to 5-15 options. Playback can only be remapped to a lens button, and only a few S lenses have buttons on them. I've been using Nikon DSLR's since the D70. Every other manufacturer puts playback/delete on the right, including most point and shoots. I do give credit for Nikon having the press delete twice to confirm though.

[@d-entrecasteaux]

Biggest hate…..can’t save my release choices to U1, U2 or U3. So dumb. Big hate.

[@calmdowndear6678]

All of us subscribed to this channel know that Omar's use of "Hate" is an abbreviation of "I mean I like this camera but I don't but at the same time I do.. I mean there are positives... so I don't fully dislike it but I will critique it cause I would love it more if..." Which is just one of the reasons we love him 😂 even though we #FUJI4LIFE, he's still giving us unbiased reviews by showing us the positives and critiques instead of just saying "no. I HATE IT. It's not fuji. That's all I have to say."

[@winniduesseldorf]

I was smiling when you complained about waiting 2 seconds to get the view of the shot done. I learned the profession of a photographer in 1980. We used Polaroid in Hasselblads or large format and then waited half a day to get back the developed films or prints. So 2 seconds a relative luxury :)

[@Krebs61]

Owning the z6II body, bought last december. Loving it… for the cheap price as it is it’s an absolute beast

[@produzer1]

There is a very easy way to close the shutter when you are changing lenses with this camera. While the camera is turned on, take the battery out. That will automatically close the shutter. Then you remove the lens and you will notice that the shutter is closed and you can change lenses without anything getting to the sensor. Then, after putting on the new lens, you put the battery back in and make sure the camera is turned on. You will see on the screen it says to press the shutter button. That will open the shutter again and the camera will run as normal.

[@user-we7sr7ft7m]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@phillip2446]

that rocks

[@Emulives]

a lot of people say that can harm the shutter...and its way more expensive than clean the sensor.

[@bmeclipse]

Sounds like you could use a Fujifilm mirrorless camera. (this comment sponsored by Fujifilm)

[@markshirley01]

Id wait for the good first - he really likes the Z cameras

[@Smoothblue90]

I bought the X-T4 a few months ago and am seriously considering selling it and getting a Z6ii.

[@DUCzillaMonster]

@@Smoothblue90 why?

[@Smoothblue90]

@@DUCzillaMonster My X-T4 is now sold. Gone. You asked why I was not happy with the Fuji X-T4. I was not happy with the video autofocus, with the stepping changes in exposure when I zoomed in or out during video (yes even in all manual exposure with manual ISO, this is a known Fuji problem with the aperture calculation due to changing focal length) even though I got the wonderful small rig grip, I did not like the position of the shutter button back on the camera, and the more I used the camera the more I used the front and rear dials instead of the top dials and they are small and not that great. I do love the Movie/Stills switch and the ability to have the video and photo settings totally separated, but the Z6ii has this. I really liked that there was only one shutter button that worked for photo and video, the Z6ii has a separate button for video. I have read that when in photo mode with the Z6 if you take video with the red button it does not use the video settings. You still have to switch to video mode. I am ok with this but it would be cool if you could just shoot what you want depending on the button you press.

[@DUCzillaMonster]

@K J M xtrans: hold my beer, gfx: hold my beer, and also sony and olympus are crushing canon and nikon with most bodys

[@BenjaminKramer]

My biggest complaint with the z7ii customization is when certain functions can't be mapped to a function button.

[@shlawchablaas]

All good points for improvements! Glad to hear your thoughts on the camera, a reasonable voice as always in the all-too-often unreasonable world of camera reviews.

[@0_Edgar_Allan_Poe]

The bottom button on the front with the front wheel will get you different size focus points. I found this out by accident one day when I switched to manual by accident. I love my Z6, have sold a couple of my Fuji lenses and my Xpro2. The Z20mm and Z50mm primes are now in my bag. I am on the fence about the XF 90 now, but know that I will keep the X100F and get another version when it breaks. Can't beat the size to performance. Overall very happy I tried the Nikon.

[@shawnwu2954]

Thanks, Omar! Love z6ii, too, but I just bought Sony a7iii because the eofy discount was amazing. I’m sure I’ll join Nikon camp sometime in the future. Keep the good works going!

[@luispacheco9683]

Thank you Omar. Nice video with lots of humour!. I'm very happy because I have nikon and fuji cameras.

[@laurelb8372]

Me too, love them both

[@Ed-lz4jv]

I sold 2K of Fuji stuff to get this Z6 ii kit....AWESOME and Nikon colors Rock. ill keep T-30 and 3 lens for Street walk around .

[@TCinSoCal]

Same. I’m now Z6ii & X100V.

[@gonzotravelling]

@@TCinSoCal Doing the same very soon. Adios X-T3.

[@Digmen1]

Last month I was planning a move from Nikon DSLR DX (D5500) to mirrorless FF. I was torn between the Z5, the Z6 and the Z6ii. In the end I bought a Z6ii as I can see many of the things you hate (want) coming after the Z9 release via firmware. They proved thed can do it with the recent Z6 firmware. But the tiltable portrait screen - we are stuck with landscape. I have made a note of some of things you want, to see what happens. At the moment there is so much for me to learn.

[@rexonpadre4653]

Good choice. I bought Z6II for dual digic 6 (potential upgrades can do).

[@jamesjin8839]

Basicly everything I want as well. Especially the sensor covering feature.

[@AngryAnt0]

I know I'm late to the party but just bought this camera last week and tried using it as my primary for a wedding last night (second shooter). It's very versatile & love it already but already I agree with the image delay. The DSLR thing is fantastic and I'm already in love with that style as I'm in the middle of upgrading from a DSLR so it's nice to have that small change over, but not at the same time. One thing I did notice, was when you have the shutter button half pressed with eye sensor on, it doesn't like to do this for more than maybe two or three seconds, starts to get very laggy in a big room with lots of lights enviroment. I'm guessing that's just because its how I used to shoot back in the DSLR and there's no need for it anymore, but that's my only real big issue. Oh also having only a tiltable screen, but that's just a Nikon thing I've pretty much grown used to now.

[@edsphotos8179]

Another great video. Funny AND informative, who knew?

[@ogonzilla]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrToonfish]

To avoid exposing the sensor... camera ON, open the battery door and remove the battery. Remove the Lens and see the shutter curtain is down. This should be fixed by FW...

[@ogonzilla]

Ooo...that worked! Nice to know in a sand storm, you have a hack! Thanks.

[@MrToonfish]

​@@ogonzilla Hi dear Omar, sorry for my words, yesterday I was in a hurry before going to work at night shift. The 1st time I removed the kit lens on my Z6, I was like "huh, that's the sensor, totally exposed to dust". I searched into the owner's manual to see how to close the shutter, no way. Ok... Several months later, I looked at the battery level, it was time for a charge and I forgot to switch off the camera, open that battery door and put the battery into the wall charger. Then, I needed the FTZ with my 14-24mm f/2.8 to be installed... I removed the 24-70 kit lens AND then I saw the curtain shutter closed. I didn't understand why it was closed at first... The only thing I did was the remove the battery while the camera was on... I try this with a fresh battery and it worked each time. Isn't what we called "serendipity" in English ? I posted this on a photography channel and several guys found the same on Z6 and Z7 cameras. I don't have any idea why it behaves like this as when the lens is mounted, the sensor must be exposed to the light as it's a mirrorless camera ... If you have a better explanation, please share it with us. I thing this could be integrated in a FW update, a new menu option, CLOSE SHUTTER BEFORE REMOVING LENS, or something like this will be a great addition. Love the "button... button... button" moment, you have made my day. Regards 6000 kms away from New Jersey in Belgium ! ;-)

[@Ericvl2102]

On the Z6ii the back focus button should be able to be used as a toggle : set-up tracking square - start tracking and focus - stop tracking. I find it hard (it's new for me) to use the F1 or F2 and then back focus. Specially with fast moving objects. How do ya'll do it ?

[@BobMcClenahan]

So agree on that last hate. There are lots of things I miss about my Fuji cameras when using the Nikons.

[@carlmcneill1139]

Here's another thing I'd like to see changed. This camera has a focus stack mode. It also has exposure bracketing. With landscape photography you sometimes need to do both. The focus stack mode will not work when bracketing shots from what I can tell. If it does, someone let me know and tell me how. I can change the focus points manually by moving the focus point or I can manually focus the image for each set. I know most people won't be shooting like this but it would still be nice to be able to. Also, I took pictures at my daughter's play yesterday using silent shutter. I had to keep looking at the back to make sure it was taking a picture because it's silent and it doesn't give you any indication that it took one. Maybe a white frame around the outside of the EVF that lights up when you take one. It was cool using silent mode though with the electronic shutter.

[@_shreyash_anand]

The shutter close can actually be done in firmware. Sony released one for the A9 and A9ii a while back. It would be handy on the Nikons, given that the flange distance is the shortest across all brands.

[@djteknovibe93]

I used to have a Panasonic GH5 and that camera had amazing menues and customizability. As far as I remember it had four or five 'C' buttons for custom functions on the top and back of the camera. Plus on the GH5 you can adjust the focus box from huge to tiny which I loved when I had my GH5.

[@ogonzilla]

Thanks for the info!

[@djteknovibe93]

@@ogonzilla That's ok Omar.

[@andrewholman1110]

Yes to all of this!

[@Unnderdogg1]

In South Africa we say : "Baa-ten" Love your videos man - I just love them.

[@colinturner6628]

Great Video, was that Fuji the X-T3 you held up to show photo preview time?, just that it's not listed as one of you cameras. Keep em coming the videos that is.

[@StarlordStavanger]

I know these are just gear/software(firmware?) critiques, but even considering these faults, the Nikon z6/z7 series are still phenomenal cameras and while I don't own either of them, I know a few photographers that use it a lot for bird photography and my jaw drops every time I see the clarity, sharpness, and detail these cameras are able to capture. Not knocking on you knocking on Nikon tho bro! PS, do more rap rhyme song intro/outtros whenever you feel like it, it's hilarious (another reason I enjoy your channel, the hilarity!)

[@ogonzilla]

The Nikon Z6 image quality is incredible. I can live with these faults no problem!!

[@michael-4k4000]

Loving the content

[@JasonLorette]

I've had my Z6II for about three weeks and am loving this camera, was a bit of a learning curve (came from a D7100), as I often 'focused and recomposed' so I'm still adjusting to the AF. Also still adjusting to the EVF, not used to that yet, lol.

[@csar9097]

Hi. How about the change after a year of use? Any regrets?

[@JasonLorette]

@@csar9097 Hi! Not one bit…only nothing I’d say is if I had more money I might have got the Z7II…but perfectly happy with my Z6II! 😎📸

[@csar9097]

@@JasonLorette Well, I trust Omar's criteria and yours, because I am also going to change from a 💖D7100. Thanks for your answer

[@JasonLorette]

@@csar9097 You are most welcome! On my channel you can see some of the videos I’ve made both about it and with it. Good luck!! 😎📸

[@Emulives]

@@JasonLorette do u experience some "random bugs" and overheating? What card do you use on the Z6 II?

[@d7dun1010]

I do not have a hotshot Z6 II but a Canon G7x mkii. No matter! I watch and always learn something I didn't know from your content. I was struggling with using touch screen shutter and shot review? After watching you and considering your thoughts, I disabled the touch shutter in favor of being able to change focus points over the touch shutter. I turned off my shot review! Good work!

[@TouchLifeStudio]

One of the function buttons in the front can be set to playback so you can use your right hand only and don’t need to use top left back bottom to review images.

[@Smoothblue90]

Yes. I do this. The upper one is my menu. The lower one is image review.

[@TouchLifeStudio]

@@Smoothblue90 bingo

[@skyrunr]

For you, but those front Fn buttons are too valuable to give up. I use one for AF mode and the other for instant spot-metering. Many (Hudson Henry) use one for subject tracking. I also still need another one for AF-C/AF-S. If Nikon had only left the old AF buttons next to the lens! I also miss the classic pro mode/wb/qual/release dial on the top left, IMO.

[@Smoothblue90]

On my Nikon DSLRs I have the front upper butt-un programmed for my menu, and the lower butt-un program for image review.

[@timk8258]

I desperately wish the camera had a “dslr” mode like you describe at 8:00, but it definitely doesn’t work that way. There is no combination of settings and viewfinder modes that will allow you to shoot uninterrupted in the EVF and then pull the camera away from your eye to automatically review images on the monitor.

[@kevinchoo2115]

Thanks Omar! I think this camera probably has not been covered enough. Would be very interested to get your perspective on its low light performance- I think this is the same sensor as the Leica SL2-S?

[@AlanHoey86]

I've been loving my Z6II but in large part I agree with your criticisms. I wish the buttons were more customizable, hopefully this is something that will happen in a future firmware update. As it is, it works for me but more choices are always welcome. A pet peeve of mine is that the clear display view has to be set to a button, as opposed to cycling through to it with the display button.

[@ogonzilla]

I was going to mention that one. A clean display without diving in the menu. Looks like Nikon has been great with incremental firmware improvements.

[@Ericvl2102]

@@ogonzilla I guess they listened again ;) (i think, cos i don't know if it was possible before 1.30) There is an option to add the command to a function button : the option is labelled: Live view info display off.

[@jason4555]

Omar, please hurry with the full review of the Z6II, 😃😄 I just ordered one in the UK as they are being discounted here. I need to know if they are good ASAP 👍😁. Thanks J

[@NikCan66]

Very valid points and I'm a nikon dslr user

[@balintk.9373]

Not sure if it works on the Z series but on my D500 I use the joystick (by pressing it and holding it) to switch between continuous and single point AF when I am shooting wildlife.

[@t.k.1448]

I would add one big issue: drive mode should be part of the custom user modes. I am beginning to think I am the only one who thinks this though, as I rarely see it criticised by others in the comments. It would be great to be able to vary the size (and shape) of the AF area like Olympus and Panasonic do. Panasonic also allows the size of the box to be dynamically altered via back of camera dial which is unfortunately not an option on the Nikon but would be a great option to add to the lens mounted command ring.

[@ogonzilla]

Good point. It wasn’t an issue for me since I live in slow burst mode. Making any button do anything you want would really help

[@treykaiza]

Great video Omar. Noticed you have a bunch of Lacie drives. Have you ever considered a synology nas? They are amazing......

[@stevevansak7324]

Your “nitpicks” are the same as mine. I’d love to see these changes via FW and future bodies for the hardware stuff. I’ll add one more, most mirror less cameras (except for my Olympus) do not have a live feed into the EVF while using flash. When you mount a flash onto the Z6 II it essentially becomes a DSLR. I’d like to see my exposure even when using flash. I realize flash will change things, but it’s still beneficial to have it I think.

[@ogonzilla]

Yes, good one. I have to turn off my flash or trigger to set ambient. Sony has an option called "image preview" event with the flash on...but it doesn't work well.

[@skyrunr]

...and be able to flash with the EFCS (silent shutter) as well, SMH at that one.

[@KarenVaisman1]

Great info! Do you have an optimal setup video? How can we get this info to Nikon? How much of this do you think actually could/would be fixed with firmware? I vote for the afc green box!

[@ogonzilla]

Set up video on the list! CF GREEN BOX team!! :)

[@gilbertmoinel7224]

Super Omar ! I have a question please , do you think if I move from my Fuji XT 30 (18-55) to Z II 2 or Z 5 , would I get better images . Thank you for answer

[@aklaasvandalen207]

Yes, fujifilm has a low winner-rate in contests. The day you buy Nikon, you will become a winner soon.

[@GStrauss]

Another great video! I just sold my XT20 and debating if to but the XS10 or the Nikon Z6ii.. I also own Nilon D500 with few lenses... What is you like Fuji vs Nikon mirorless?

[@ogonzilla]

Both.

[@dahmanon]

To protect the lens you can remove the battery before switching off the camera, the shuttle will close, you can do this is particularly situation

[@lynelljansen8057]

Oh my gosh you are adorable.. getting ready to purchase this camera I have the d780 which I love, and will keep. But I want something a little more light weight. Got my order into B&H. They are out of stock so now I have to be patient and wait. Lol.

[@skyace888]

Thanks for the video. "Hate" is definitely not the right word here. Far more like "nice to haves". Agree with the customizability coming from the Nikon DSLRs myself with menu banks, more buttons, etc. Love my Z6 II.

[@412foto]

Love my Fujifilm gear but seriously considering a full frame option. So torn between Sony and Nikon. Love that Sony has bigger lens lineup, killer AF, and 3rd party lenses from both Sigma and Tamron. Kind of hate Sony in general though and always been a fan of Nikon colors. Really torn on which system is worth the investment.

[@allenschneider1847]

Would like to see a comparison between this camera and the xt4. Given the cost, size, and lense options I think I would choose the xt4. Can the various directions on the d-pad be customized on this camera? Which would you prefer between this and xt4?

[@gonzotravelling]

Not me. I'm tired of Fuji's wacky colours and for professional work I need better. Also capture one don't offer the Prostandard colour profiles for Fuji but they do for this. I love fuji gear and while the xPro 2 will always be a camera I love, at this stage I need a bit more these days.

[@nagual2335]

And: Huge delay on HDMi out - means: can't use the camera for live stream unless the audio is coming from the camera. ISO does not have a dedicated button - you have to click 2 to change and it's annoying. the AF-C box is restless and you never know if you're in focus on not. But - Nikon Image quality is truly great.

[@camilo8cheryl]

Love my z6.. fast forward to 2021 got the z7ii/z6ii and the 50mm 1.2s no gripes. Just the delay on the image preview for me..🙂

[@SurferKroky]

Pretty sure they could fix the shutter not closing during lens changes via a firmware update. Mental they did not have that as standard . My z6ii is in the post right now. Can’t wait to try it out !

[@christianhotter]

My wife and I just replaced our D750s with Z6IIs. So far so good, but we definitely need more practice with the focus modes to take advantage of what the camera can do. We just shot a daytime Bat Mitzvah party and we both went back to our D750 single point focus settings so we were not practicing when someone was paying us. We'll need to borrow some neighbor kids so we can have them run around like crazy people while we try to focus on one of them.

[@ogonzilla]

Haha...Good idea. Bar Mitzvah for me. Nothing wrong with the single point! Camera did the job!

[@abbyjoystudio]

I’m giving the Z6ii a shot after sharing my first impressions on my channel💛

[@joeldiaz141]

Sir , thanks for making me laugh, It's hard to get bored watching your videos. Not being sarcastic. You have a new subscriber. Peace!

[@gaskelldave]

Hi, where is the option that’s mentioned at 7:50 so image review is like that of a DSLR, ie the picture is only displayed on the monitor when you pull the camera away from your face? This is how I want my Z6 to work but can only find three options in the image review menu, “On”, “Monitor only” and “Off”. This appears to be the same in the both Z6 and Z6ii manuals I’ve looked at. Thanks.

[@ogonzilla]

Monitor only. But you only get images to show if you shoot with the lcd. If you pull the camera away after using the evf you have to press the play button.

[@yoelrey]

And I HATE that! Would love to shoot true viewfinder and then review on monitor. [just like DSLR]

[@patricksmith2553]

Shutter blades are far more delicate than a sensor, which happens to be one of the strongest parts of a camera. So although yes you may need to clean your sensor more often, it's better to have dust and debris land on the sensor over the delicate shutter blades.

[@HJN67]

And yet we manage to change film, right next to the shutter blades on our old film cameras. How did we survive the horror?

[@alvinbartolome1239]

Is a Pentax DSLR review possible? 🙏🏼

[@jonhermannsson9231]

I hate left handed Display ö. is there no way to re-assign Display taken images to another button ? fantastic video as always

[@brucekraft744]

My Z7 II has the red record button set up so that in still photography a press lets me adjust focus box size with one dial and focus mode with the other. I can't remember if this is default or if set via custom functions.

[@ogonzilla]

Are you sure you're not just toggling from Wide S to small S to single little box? I see that... I meant customizing the small s (square) to be larger and smaller. Thanks!

[@brucekraft744]

@@ogonzilla My Z7 II has the red button set to AF/[+] - with text label "Focus mode/AF-area mode." I believe the factory setting for this button is Live view info display off. When I'm in stills mode, and I press the red (record) button, I can select all of the focus options (Pinpoint, Single point AF, Wide-area AF (S), Wide-area AF (L), and the rest out to Auto-area AF (animals)) using the front dial. I can select AF-S, AF-C, and M focus settings using the rear dial. For me, very handy, as I'm often switching from from AF-S or AF-C for landscapes, street, etc. to closeup subjects like flowers, leaves, etc. where I want manual focus. I should perhaps use one of the U settings for this purpose, but I just haven't developed that habit. I agree that it would be nice to be able to change the size of the focus area.

[@rcknrbno9172]

Hola! I have play set to one of the front function buttons...

[@zovil5154]

Hi Omar ! I am a Sony (A7rii ) and fuji xt30 shooter . I loved the colors of your photos in this video and I have played with Nikons raw files before and the skin tones was really nice . For jpg shooters can you make a comparison (especially skin tones ) between nikon and fuji , also with your Sony . Thanks

[@Smoothblue90]

You need to watch KZbin videos by Xing Liu.

[@zovil5154]

@@Smoothblue90 I would like to see how the cameras behaves on auto WB . Xing Liu shift the WB most of the time.

[@Mike-fg5cj]

Hey Omar how do the SOOC JPEGS compare to Fuji? I haven't seen any reviewer touch base on that. After trying my friends R6 with 24-105 F4 I'm really debating switching from Fuji to Nikon or Canon just for the ability to use zooms and still keep a high level of background seperation.

[@PunjabiGymBeats]

For me Nikon or Fuji. For Dslr Nikon for mirrorless Fuji. GO small or GO BIG.

[@koolkutz7]

@@PunjabiGymBeats I have got both!

[@ramonarias1234]

Hay una opción en AF continuo donde le dices que le dé prioridad al foco, de esa forma aunque presiones el disparo nunca hará la foto hata que esté totalmente enfocado... no hace falta que te enseñen lucecitas porque ya sabes que si ha disparado es porque está enfocado.

[@pbziegler]

I've been a Fuji shooter for several years and I have many of the lens which are terrific. My shooting buddy has the Nikon Z6ii and I have GAS. I would love to hear your thoughts on whether there is any really advantage to add the Nikon Z6ii to my bag. I am a landscape and street shooter.

[@skyrunr]

Can you swap cameras with your buddy for an hour or a day or two? That would be a great opportunity to try one. They are both very capable cameras. I've recently tried Sony EF and Canon RF glass. The Z-glass is far superior and better to handle IMO. The Z50 is more of a comparison to the Fuji. The kit lenses are great, but the other Z lenses are that much better even on the Z50 IMO.

[@plasma800]

Dude! I'm with you on the playback button position... I have no idea what Nikon was thinking. I can overlook this for the image quality..but... I really wish it was on the right side. :)

[@merryvale98]

Glad to see you enjoying, I mean hating the z series hahaha. I’ve been rocking the z6 and 7 ( OG version) and they are great. I can’t wait to get the money for the 50 1.2

[@ogonzilla]

That lens is on the list but just picked up a Sigma 50mm Art to adapt for now. Z6 original might be the value of the year for casual shooters.

[@merryvale98]

@@ogonzilla actually a great point! Haven’t seen what the recent price is but it’s reliable and old glass adapts well IF you’re an enthusiast who has Nikon glass. I could see a video.... 👍 and if they wanted high res the z7 (1st version) is worthy. I believe the 1 and ii versions are using the same sensor. Might be reaching but think so. Sigma adapts well. My staple is the sigma 135 art and the 50mm native 1.8 for my senior stuff. I do hold my breathe on the single card issue and will probably upgrade to the version 3.

[@0_Edgar_Allan_Poe]

@@ogonzilla Exactly why I tried the Z6 with the 24-70mm. Only a bit more than a T4 body.

[@waltermayr339]

Last week I was able to do an interesting experiment. On an archeological excursion I was traveling with my beloved D7100, another participant with the Z6. I used the 16-85mm lens, the friend nikon's 24-70mm. Then we stood next to each other, set the cameras the same way and took the same photo. Later we exchanged the files and compared them. Conclusion: I will probably not part with the D7100 for a long time. Their image quality was not matched by the Z6

[@marcgilles4520]

Have you tried the Canon EOS R5 for photography?

[@bubbly6379]

For me it's an inconsistency between what I see in my evf and my photo previews on my pc, it may be a mirrorless thing in general but I always seem to underexpose if I'm not just using the meter

[@romanpul]

Are you shooting in shutter priority mode? Unfortunately in those modes the camera is not showing a clear warning or is darkening the screen when you reach the limit of your lens‘ aperture. The only way of knowing is, when the camera starts to show the metering. As soon as it pops up your images are either under or overexposed and the semi-automatic can no longer cope with the situation

[@soulangel09]

How often does the unlocking of the lens get in the way at a event?

[@ogonzilla]

At my most recent event I accidentally locked it thinking I could go wider. Lol. I'm sure it's something you'd get used to.

[@matthewmallett4718]

The lack of autofocus confirmation with AF-C has always been the case with Nikon cameras. Personally never been a deal breaker for me as I have used Nikon forever and you get used to what you use however I dont really see why they haven't incorporated it as you aren't the first or last person to raise it. And the option to adjust the size of the focus box is a sensible one aa there standard one can be too large and the pinpoint can be too small at times.

[@ogonzilla]

Thanks for watching and sharing. Agree. Just a little smaller to shoot between people. 😁

[@3akoscielski]

I think the confirmation of being locked onto something in Continuous AF does exist, but it's just very strict on when it shows up. I have had the box turn green when I was super still and nothing was moving, and I was a little confused if I was in Continuous or Single. I double-checked and I was in continuous.

[@ogonzilla]

Can't get this to happen. Do you remember what AF mode you were in? (small zone, large? face?)

[@3akoscielski]

@@ogonzilla I think Small Zone, or point, but I think I've only seen it a couple times when everything is fixed and not moving (but even then it doesn't do it all the time). It does annoy me that it doesn't normally show that it's Locked on" either

[@TCinSoCal]

@@ogonzilla could it be related to focus vs release priority?

[@gessinibirad2980]

Hi sir! I hope you could help me. If you are buying your first camera, would it be the z6ii or the xt4? I mostly shoot portraits and landscapes. Thank you so much!

[@ogonzilla]

Z6II wins

[@MathiasGronqvistPrakticum]

the only thing i hate (miss) on my Z6ii is that i can't tilt the screen in portrait mode. I'm not a vlogger so I have no need of a full tilting screen. But as a nature photographer, it would be very nice to be able to tilt the screen upwards when I shoot close to the ground in portrait mode, so I do not have to lie down on the ground and get dirty and wet.

[@diegoo.9487]

Hi there! I want to do an a upgrade from z5 to z6ii. It worth it yet in 2023?

[@maorvaknin769]

The shutter will close in if you remove the battery while the camera is on…. Have Z6ii (: Don’t usually use that only have one lens 24-70 F4 S .. 😜

[@markusbolliger1527]

Okay - nobody is perfect, not even a Z6II ! When the situation needs super fast change of the focus plane I switch to manuel focus - works fine in most cases thanks to the excellent viewfinder and focus peaking.

[@ogonzilla]

Agree. Let’s just say there’s room for improvement with that new processor. 😁

[@sexysilversurfer]

Does the Z6ii have a shutter release only when in focus in continuous focus?

[@skyrunr]

Nikon lets you choose between focus and release priority. It can be wet for AF-Single and AF-Continuous separately.

[@reynaldohernandez1425]

If Sony doesn’t release the A7iv soon im really considering the Z6ii. Apparently I might be able to adapt my Sony lenses on Z mount.

[@matzemischinger5484]

You wouldn‘t regret it 👍😀

[@dominiclester3232]

Excellent!

[@NikonDave]

Don't know if anyone gave this to you but there is a cheat to close the mechanical shutter. Leave the camera on and awake and pop out the battery. It closes the shutter until you hit the shutter button again.. Works on 6 and 7...not the 50 though. Great video.

[@ogonzilla]

Yes!! Someone just commented as well. Learned something new, thanks!

[@eduardojaviermedinamendoza7041]

Cool you have a john mayer album... BORN AND RAISED..👍🏽

[@andreas.farsch]

Another great video, and I really like that you attenuated the hate topic right at the beginning. MY QUESTION for your final review: how sharp is it with the 1.8/50mm? I have the APS-C DSLR D5500 with the excellent 1.8/35mm (=50mm equiv.), that is a very sharp combo, more so because the camera doesn't have an Anti Aliasing Filter. The Z6 II has one, and the pixel count is not higher than my camera so I am a little worried that I wouldn't gain a lot with the Z6 II - sharpness only! (Of course there are many other criterias, I am concerned about sharpness.) Could you include a little chapter on the sharpness topic / Anti Aliasing Filter? The Fujis don't have one, and with a sharp lens and in good light they could outperform the Z6 II, or not? ❓❓

[@ogonzilla]

So the 70-200mm z is sharper than the 50mm 1.8 of course. But for the price, the 50mm is great. Uploaded two 50mm (brother sitting and sister) and one Z lens...shot of the brother. omargonzalez.smugmug.com/KZbin-Collections/Nikon-50mm-18-vs-70-200z/n-HGRCTP/

[@andreas.farsch]

@@ogonzilla Thank you, Omar! Very interesting, I always thought the 50mm was sharper, being a prime lens. And I also heard hymns of praise on that one. Now I need to take a second look and perhaps look at alternatives. Thanks again!

[@alexanderkhruzchev2995]

I think, these 6 things can be adjusted by firmware update. Hopefully Nikon watch this and address this all on the next firmware update, and it will be a perfect camera for you But for me, the Z system are already perfect for my needs.

[@ogonzilla]

The image review delay would be my number one. I can live with the others. Thanks for watching!

[@proud2bpolish]

what does "the keeper" means?

[@ThaiRoundhouse]

Wasn't #4 improved greatly with the recent firmware upgrade?

[@mister088]

Help Omar!!!! I have two weeks before my return is up at band h. I find that my new z5 has poor playback quality in the EVF. INDOOR SHOTS look very soft and noisy and blotchy in the evf. Not so bad in the lcd. Not happy. My Fuji xt 1 looked WAY BETTER!!! I like reviewing my pics in the evf but not if they look like this!!! Is the z6 any better? Did I just get a bad copy? Getting nervous. Thank you and thanks for the years of great videos!!!

[@cameraz99]

On practically any Nikon, push the shutter button half way and the LCD review will go away. Not as good as having a half a second review, but it allows you to take your next shot more quickly.

[@-grey]

I have always been curious about Nikon. It's the least trending or talked about it the big names. I shoot fujifilm, but it's nice to see what's going on over the fence sometimes. Have you ever tried Olympus? I think they have some pretty cool cameras out now, and I'm curious.

[@ogonzilla]

All the camera brands are on my list! Olympus included. Wait. I’m not a big name?!? 😉

[@daniellew2720]

I watch just so I can hear you say ‘button’ 😍

[@gerryboyd178]

all those buttons in the bottom right corner...how many times have I fat-thumbed the Menu button when all I want to do is zoom in on an image to have a quick look!

[@kimrandall5349]

Hey Omar...I REALLY enjoy your channel. You have a ton of knowledge yet you don't seem all full of yourself...like that funny guy with the white hair with his wife...ok sorry. I also love your sense of humor..I find myself smiling like a mental patient while watching your reviews lol. Anyway so I am expecting the 6II tomorrow!! :) If I was a fanboy, it would be to Fuji. Yet as of late except for the controls...I am not digging the Fuji files as much as I used to..haha maybe getting bored with the Provias, Astias of the world. Well enough about that. Just had a question on one of your hates. :) When you change lenses am I missing something? I just mean is Nikon worse as far as dust maybe getting in than say changing a lens on an XT3-XT4 or any mirror-less? Sony, Panasonic etc? It does look like the sensor is closer to he mount area but other than hat aren't most mirror less cameras having this same issue?...as to possible dust or again is it a Nikon thing..got me a tad nervous as I don't have the camera quite yet? Thx.. be safe and well.. Kim.

[@ogonzilla]

Thanks for the kind words! Yes all mirrorless suffer from sensor dust. Canon closes the shutter when changing lenses.

[@kimrandall5349]

Thanks for the reply Omar. Well I did get my Z6ii and maybe you jinxed me? :) Kidding.. After just about 4 hours I noticed just a little sensor dust on my images esp a few with a very blue sky. I had it in mind to keep the 28-70-f4 lens glued on for a while as to not have to deal with dust. I guess I was lucky...I used the built in clean sensor ultrasonic THING, and after about the 5th try so far seems my sensor is now 100% dust free. I have had a Panasonic S1 for about two years or so, plus a Fuji XT3..changed lenses a bunch of time NO dust. The Nikon...I only put the kit lens on CAREFULLY, and I had a teeny amount of dust after all of 100 shots or so..Anyways I LOVE the camera...I haven't seen skin tones this good and real, since like 1965 . My best to you...Keep up the great work and great sense of humor! :)

[@gustavomorales6553]

Is thenface detection better than on the X-T4?

[@skyrunr]

It is pretty good. Sadly, I'd rather use face detection "only," as they have face with eye detection always. I find it a bit more complicated/distracting/cumbersome to use. It makes it more difficult to switch between subjects if their hair is covering their eyes, and only one subject's eyes are detected. You can't switch to another subject/face easily. The fix it to use subject tracking. I sure hope a few updated brings back face only detection.

[@koolkutz7]

Wait...where is the Fuji camera? At least you slipped in some honourable mentions though.

[@danielschmaderer]

If I could guess, the straight out of camera images will be on the like list. Nikons images are underrated and overshadowed by Canon and Fuji. That’s one thing I’m definitely going to miss with Nikon. Used to be a Nikon shooter and just purchased an X-T4 the other day.

[@ogonzilla]

No spoilers but YES!!! 😁

[@DCCSound]

I personally prefer Nikon over Fujifilm for clarity and true to life reproduction. I think Fujifilm drives much more creativity though, as seen through on-line communities and their examples. I own both systems and both have their merits. Spoilt for options!

[@albertogallardo5815]

How can you review your shot by pulling back from the camera? I can't find that option by the life of me. I have the Z5 and Z50 and can't make that work.

[@HR-wd6cw]

My only complaint about the Z6 II is the AA Filter they put on that camera, plus the original Z6 and the Z5.... I don't think it's necessary, at least comparing it to my Z7 and my Fuji XT220 (of which the Fuji is also a 24MP camera). Now perhaps they were thinking for those who were going to do video (as I understand it, moire is hard to remove in video and seeing that the Z6 series aims to be a stills camera as well as a video camera, I think probably that's why they included it, but it would be nice if either they would have left it off, or had a different version that didn't have the AA Filter, perhaps for another $100, and maybe called it the Z6A. That's my only real complaint. They've pretty much addressed my other complaints in the Z6 II (the vertical grip, dual card slots, and USB power etc). One other complaint I have but this applies to all Z cameras is their slowness to focus in low-light. With the updates, it's gotten better, but still slower than the competition.

[@Nayson]

I’m guessing the reason that a shutter doesn’t cover the sensor on mirrorless when the lens is removed is because it’s more fragile than you’d think. The sensor might get dusty, but it ain’t gonna break.

[@PunjabiGymBeats]

Point.

[@Brownwhale7]

Yes. It is deliberate decision to not have a sensor cover shutter thingy.