Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II - Harder Better Faster Stronger

[@mcunner]

Glad you didn't just hate on Nikon for 15 min and 7 seconds without trying them out!

[@onthemoverealestatephotogr9655]

Like some KZbin “photographers”...

[@kdaugherty230]

No shit fro did that and I’m like, wasn’t this everything you were bitching about? Give it a chance Ffs

[@sttv1570]

@@onthemoverealestatephotogr9655 You got that right! So many "youtube photographers" out there making click bait articles. Lol

[@mcunner]

@@sttv1570 because they promote the company that sponsors them more. That's why some flip flop between brands so much.

[@spacetoilet]

For real! Why have so many of the popular photographer channels just want massive increase in resolution, or best in class eye focus? When did we all start taking portraits of people running at us or dancing around? Why has it boiled down to this?

[@marcoantonioregiltv]

Thank God!! A positive and objective review of a great system. Other vlogers seem to be on a mission to kill Nikon's sales. I love the quality of the Nikon images!! They are superb!!! Highly recommend this system!!

[@kostaskonstantinidis7318]

An objective review should mention that Nikon lacks in almost every aspect that requires processing power. Doubling an old technology processor doesn't seem to work vs the competition.. They need something close to DIGIX X..and yes they will do it in their next gen but the competition is offering it NOW.

[@asusbose]

@@kostaskonstantinidis7318 Nikon Camera can do pretty much what everyone else offers and yet Nikon files out of camera are the best.

[@kalasag9113]

@@kostaskonstantinidis7318 - I'd be interested in how factual your statement above once you got to run the mk.2's to pace. ;) Until then...

[@punkrachmaninoff]

@@asusbose Sorry, but having used all the systems, I'd say Fuji has better files straight out of camera... Unless you REALLY like magenta, there is no reason to say that about the Nikon / Adobe workflow. Haven't touched my Photoshop since I switched to Fuji.

[@gauravkothari5758]

@@punkrachmaninoff magenta....why. It depends on WB as u set before taking shots

[@FrederickDunn]

I'm very happy to learn, from this video, that the low-light focus acquisition has been improved. I was not happy with the Z6 or Z7 low light constant hunting in auto-focus. I've pre-purchased the Z7 II and have high hopes that will be resolved. I sent in the Z6 body for credit towards the Z7 II. Thank YOU, Kai, as always... entertaining while informative. :) all the best to you in 2021

[@TraceurCMann]

Wow so much hate in the comments for Nikon and the mark IIs...they addressed all the naysayers' "problems" and people STILL have issues? Do you *really* need 4k 60 internal? People are just finding excuses to just bash on nikon, seems like the popular thing to do nowadays. Here's some things nikon does that the "competition" (hint: begins with S) still hasn't quite nailed - ergonomics and UI. The Zs are just plainly nice to hold and shoot. They're designed for ease of use. Can you really say the same for the other mirrorless brand? I won't be upgrading to the mark II from my Z6 purely for the fact that I don't need to for my purposes...Z6 is still a fantastic cam for what I use it for! But still rooting for them since they're a legacy company still making great glass (but perhaps lacking in their marketing department!)

[@tomcruz3774]

I'm not even sure why there's any hate towards any brand since each one's flagships address different use cases. Example: Sony - Full frame Video, Nikon - Full frame Photography, Canon - Overheating, etc.

[@slowthegamedownjustalittle4629]

@@tomcruz3774 you're judging the whole Canon camera line because a mirrorless camera is able to record full frame 8k internally with no built in fan for a couple minutes the least Nikon can do is update their eye tracking if Canon can keep up with Sony there should be no excuse for Nikon

[@youknowwho9247]

Even purely for photography, the R5 is leaps and bounds ahead of the Z7 II. Im saying this as a D850 owner with zero interest in video who really wanted this new camera to be a home run.

[@lilnape2604]

@@youknowwho9247 delusional

[@sttv1570]

@@youknowwho9247 And the R5 is about 1000 dollars more than the Nikon. Nice comparison!

[@jacobolino7420]

An improvement of already pretty good Cameras. Sounds great to me, im rooting for Nikon! Also, the Z Lenses are truly amazing.

[@bishandhreekc7104]

Sonys and canon are still better so think twice

[@torevalberg3510]

@@bishandhreekc7104 Better than the Z-lenses at same price tag?? Ive seen quite a few tests/comparisons saying otherwise........

[@bishandhreekc7104]

@@torevalberg3510 yes the RF Lenses work definitely better...so...oh yes i hope you the know the dual stabilization from the lenses + sensor giving upto 8 stops of stabilization best for photo ik i have used it.....and wayyyyy better than sonys stabilization (only ibis) and nikon only ibis which is poor as per sharpness goes i would say 1. Canon new glass(RF) 2. Nikon glass (but didnt have all the main glasses till now and the systems AF is very very very laggy ) 3. Sony (good AF but sharpness is poorer than nikon and canon new glass but if u can opt for zeiss glass oh god these small beauties will work amazing) I have used all 3 and i own an R5 and let me tell u i will be so happy after that decision....and if ur a nikon fan go for it what matters is PHOTOGRAPHY or videography...ENJOY....

[@Digmen1]

I really despise bloggers like Tony and Matt and Jared who openely critsied everything about these new cameras' They should be open and pleased that Nikon is upping their game More lenses are coming and more Z camera's

[@77dris]

Hey, Jared just read out the specs. If you thought he was sh**on on the cameras, it's just because the specs for these cameras are not that great. Nothing more.

[@MrPiffSmiff]

Tony and Chelsea are too busy reviewing mobile phone cameras lol

[@sttv1570]

It is year 2020 and people still listening to Jared? He's been around for a long time but just look at his photography skills. He is getting better at "content creation", but his photography is stagnant. He used to review long telephoto lenses for sports and he took many terrible shots while testing it, did not justify the capability of those lenses. For entertainment, yes. Might once a while can watch Jared Polin. But if you based your purchased by watching Jared, then its a mistake

[@hagarthehorrible1391]

It's a shame that in today's age people listen to the opinion of non professionals like Polin, Northrup, Granger when industry greats like Joe McNally, Jerry Ghionis, etc are producing timeless images (not to please the insta crowd) with the same equipment. I'd rather listen to them. Even on Canon's side there are greats like Joel Grimes, Dan Norton (who isn't gear conscious) and other brand users like Gavin Hoey etc.

[@jdparadigm430]

agree, but at least that Matt guy have skills in photography unlike Fro and Toneh

[@dougidoo1]

I own two Z6 cameras, battery packs, 70-200 f2.8, 24-70 f2.8 & 85mm f1.8, I shoot weddings, yeah with one card slot, completely confident, absolutely no problems. I use eye detect and tracking options all the time don't really miss any frame which is out of focus. The files are great, colours, quality, etc. Loads of great systems out there, Canon, Sony, etc doing a brilliant job....and? I get great results and my clients are very happy. No need to upgrade to this new tweaked range of cameras, the Z6 still does a brilliant job for me and I am not worried about any price drop in resale as I am too busy taking photographs with my existing kit. I will be happy to wait another two years for the Z9

[@rogerare907]

Man! He did it again! He beat the other schmucks. 🤣 Soon we'll have to start bowing to the all mightyl Kai! 🙌

[@StillAliveAndKicking_]

I like that he’s funny, unlike some who take themselves seriously. More power to Kai.

[@Jindujun]

Seems like you are the only reviewer that does not talk bullshit about Nikon. Thanks.

[@aditya_gupta]

Nikon and fuji colors are best in the business

[@scot0811]

Cough cough canon

[@seefortyoneuk5285]

I think you are the only reviewer I care the opinion of and still appreciate the videos. I still watch the review of everyone, but too many feel bias or salty. Honest reviews, with a touch of humour. banging.

[@god-lightbulb]

I notice that when the Sony A7SIII came out, literally on my youtube subscriptions there are about a dozen influencer reviews all coming out at the same time. With the Z6II, Kai is the only review out. I think Sony really did something to get youtube influencers in board. It speaks about Nikon's inefficiency at getting their message out.

[@mrrolandlawrence]

yeh that was at a time when you could organise a fun day out for all the youtards at some event space. thanks to coronie thats no longer possible and the uk has dropped the ball big time on looking after that one. also sony cleverly made it all about the AF when they cracked it. making great pains not to draw any attention to the **** interface / ergonomics / workflow or also that they drop support for their older cameras faster than an election promise.

[@phillippugh2161]

@@mrrolandlawrence yet both photographers and videographers would rather have a Sony the numbers don't lie Nikon is barely in existence

[@swaygfx]

Old fashioned vs Drive

[@gioseisa]

Yeah they sent everyone their own camera to review

[@swaygfx]

@Comfy Reviews Nikon can do the same but they aren't playing the competition game...though they are

[@maxwiltshire6159]

Honestly I have no interest in these cameras, but the video made me dig out ‘Discovery’ and blast the whole album. Masterpiece. Thanks Kai!

[@NikCan66]

Well done Nikon

[@xray111xxx]

I love this mk.2. Nikon is not to be outdone by Canon R. Nikon did it right, because they did it twice.

[@pgsanta]

Did it twice... and still behind Sony AND Canon. Yes... they have been completely outdone by Canon.

[@SimonStreuffViolinEducation]

@@pgsanta Sony, yes! but Canon? Even the continuous autofocus on the R6 isn't as reliable and the video functions kind of laughable with the limited run times.

[@shlawchablaas]

​@@pgsanta Of course it's behind Sony in some respects, this is a second generation mirrorless versus Sony at generation four. I tried the A7II and frankly it was bad, with weird color and compression artifacts in RAW files; maybe the III and IV models are improved but I'm happy with the Z6. Personally, as someone who has shot with Canon for a number of years before moving to primarily Nikon, I find the better dynamic range and more accurate color science in the Nikons preferable to the Sonys (similar DR, worse color, worse video) and Canon (poor DR, traditionally better AF but honestly not much, every video mode is a compromise). There are arguments for each system but the Nikons offer more consistency in the lens lineup, top of the line video with RAW recording, lenses with no focus breathing or aberrations, and all at lower price points than the competition. I would say they're doing it right.

[@pgsanta]

@@shlawchablaas Nikon might have more pleasing colors to your eye, but they are not more accurate. More consistency in the lens line up in what way? If we’re comparing latest gen to latest gen, they are clearly behind in just about every way to both Canon and Sony, unless you want to go through mental gymnastics and compare them to the A7II and EOS R.

[@shlawchablaas]

I already have a Z6 and love it. The updates are fantastic for somebody getting into the system but for me none of them are necessary, so instead of upgrading I'm going to buy more Nikkor Z lenses. Kai's right, some of the best glass out there for clean, sharp quality and bang for buck.

[@kylerootphotos]

Looks like good incremental upgrades, but holding on to my Z6 until the next round of cameras. As a wedding, high school senior, and landscape guy, it works well for me. In the meantime - getting that new 70-200 and 50 1.2 to compliment my 24-70 2.8S and 14-30 F4. Love that Nikon glass!

[@mrvk699]

Those glasses are daBomb. 👍 fantastic piece of glass comparable to ZEISS if not less. I mean A f2.8 Nikon Z lens will give a great run for money to a Zeiss Batis System effortlessly the Color fringe, clarity all are so much controlled !

[@shanetography]

Hey Kyle! :p

[@aag1140]

Finally Nikon did it right

[@yakovlevpaul]

LOL) 2 years to make 2nd card slot and a bit better eye-af? Nothing right here)

[@yakovlevpaul]

@XpycT 1. Why Sony? We're discussing Nikon or what? 2. Not comparable at all. Sony was the first who made mirrorless full frame camera. Now it's time for competition and Nikon should try harder to keep up.

[@envyrish]

@@yakovlevpaul because you're talking like other companies did it better faster when they didn't. The Z6/Z7 isn't even their flagship camera. It took Sony 4 generations to get a properly working camera. Problem Sony had at the beginning was 1 card slot. Overheating, poor battery life, terrible weather sealed. And no AF focus. Nikon flagship Z8/Z9 series comes out next year. I don't care if it takes them 3 years to release their flagship camera if that's means I don't have to buy a new camera every year to get the new improved AF. Oh, and Sony wasn't the first company with Mirrorless.

[@yakovlevpaul]

@@envyrish The fact is - Nikon should try harder. Nikon is behind Canon/Sony, so they should try even harder. But they failed with Z6/7 ii. Just an update for an update. Ps Read carefull next time. I said Sony was the first to make FULL FRAME mirroless, not just mirrorless.

[@C8Quest]

Haters gonna hate. Pavel, Daimler patented the first 4-wheeled car. I guess you drive that brand, correct?

[@spangari]

First thing i noticed, beautiful pictures coming out of the cameras...the rest are just bonus to me

[@tallaganda83]

Nice and balanced and I agree, its a bloody camera. Has a great sensor, fast enough autofocus for real life. Whats not to love? I have a Z7 for me it will do the job for years to come but I'm confident Nikon will keep producing the goods. Especially now that they have rounded out the trinity and added in a few specialised lenses. They can now concentrate more on a pro body, and a few super telephotos without as much pressure.

[@lowrivera]

Gotta say, I’ve held out on getting a mirrorless. The Z6 II might just be my ticket in.

[@cactus22minus1]

Just ordered mine! Coming from D750 with a set of primes. Feels like the time is right as I fit as I’m basically exactly what they’re aiming for: hybrid still and video shooter with little compromise on either end.

[@edisonsiew5450]

Too small of an upgrade for me to personally get the newer versions. Probs will wait for the mark 3 with a bigger jump in changes as my z6 still over performs and is still super capable for what I do, notably single point focus doing still street and night photography, so barely any moving targets. Would probably upgrade or purchase a z7iii if it came out to have both combos.

[@xmlthegreat]

Mate... Barley is a plant. It don't move.

[@edisonsiew5450]

@@xmlthegreat whoops, thanks mate

[@lolfirepoisonftl]

Agreed! Most current Z6/Z7 users are likely better off waiting for the third generation unless they absolutely must have 2 card slots or 4k 60 fps for some reason.

[@mluu83]

Agreed. It makes more sense for those getting into the system and those wanting to add additional bodies. It doesn't make as much sense as a straight upgrade. And that's OK. I wish Nikon did a little more, but hopefully this will be enough to maintain their share if not increase it slightly. The pricing is at least competitive and makes for a compelling option even with the latest competition.

[@NandoDeHaan]

@@lolfirepoisonftl I'd love to have those two things for my work but yeah, not willing to buy a new camera that is mostly the same.

[@AliAB]

if Nikon had just made this they would likely be the leading on the market for long time... Nikon Z6 II 1. 10-Bit internal 2. 4K 120fps 3. N-Log internal 4. Flipout screen but it seems that they don't care about video spec yet.

[@swaygfx]

Unfortunately

[@Smashingdon]

@@swaygfx canon r6 does not have 4k120 nor does the a7iii which are canon and sony's offerings. z6ii is 500$ cheaper than the r6 and pretty much does the same thing. I don't see what the criticism here is. Also R6 overheats with 4k in some time. Nothing of the sort with the z6 or the z6ii. So the z6 ii is better for videographers. Whats the point of having a 4k camera which you can't keep continously on.

[@swaygfx]

@@Smashingdon just to future proof the camera because they aren't refreshing often. The d850 has 4k 30 ..few years went they just doing 4k 60. Should've just added 4k 120 as a super seller seeing they don't drop as often

[@Smashingdon]

@@swaygfx Since they have the plan to release the z9 next year which will have 8K and 4k120, I think that should suffice for now. 4k120 would have been good, but you also have to cater to the demand, people need more reliable AF and tracking rather than 4k120, The number of people who would want 4k120 would be lesser, and it would just be a bragging point.

[@ahmarsappal8244]

Meanwhile Jared is still reading the spec in his note

[@lowrivera]

He’s way overrated.

[@sunnythapa9561]

🤪🤪🤪🤪

[@kalasag9113]

Hahahahaha!

[@ItsMinarmy]

@@lowrivera nah he’s a good photog and can be objective as evidenced by his original Z6 video compared to the Norhrups, I think he’s just too deep into Sony’s autofocus game

[@jimtincher7357]

@@ItsMinarmy .... and he uses Z6's to film everything. He even states the Nikons have the best files...

[@lilnape2604]

Damn the 70-200 is sharrrrpp

[@asishalamsammo5796]

I am happy for Nikon

[@markroxas7104]

Nikon Person1: So who gets to see it first? Nikon Person2: I dunno. Kai Wong? Nikon Person1: Alright, then Nikon Person2: Sh*t

[@anfalshams]

I think Nikon should pay lot of KZbinrs to make good reviews. Sony has been doing it. Look how they stole the sales from Nikon and Canon. Look at Canon, they made some overheating piles of junk. But in a few months, all the youtubers will back these cameras saying how they were initially wrong. etc. Peter Mckinnon initially said he would not use the EOS R as it did not have slow motion. And that the 1DX was a 14fps photo beast. But a month later he said he is completely switching. That wasn't a choice. Canon clearly wanted him to use and promote the EOS R. Eventhough that camera is extremely slow to use, in photo or video in my experience. Major blackouts when using with flash. Slow continuous shooting. Annoying touch bar.which you will disable . Which results in an extremely small number of buttons to control the camera. You will have to use screen for everything. Which for video is fine but not for photo. Even with all these flaws, no youtuber mentions it. They kept promoting and so the EOS R sold better. Many youtubers(canon users) stopped showing slow motion B-roll. Only sony users were doing it. Nikon needs to do this. The cameras are perfectly fine even the old Z6. They need to get people like Brandon Wolfel and other photographers and KZbinrs to promote this camera as much as possible. Also, the flip screen was a missed opportunity. Everyone wants a flip screen nowadays. If not the Z6, then the Z8 needs to come with flip screen. Also, 10 bit internal would have made this worth upgrading from the old Z6. I don't know why Nikon did not do it. Could have made it so that it works with XQD or CFexpress only. Afterall they have 2 processors inside now. Even the single processor could handle 6K downsampled 4K full frame in Z6. This could have boosted sales. I would have upgraded if these features were available instead of getting an Atomos Ninja V. Or they could have given 6K out without downsampling externally. Some headline feature. Internal N-log and 10 bit would have been great in my opinion. And they need to decrease contrast and sharpness in the standard profile which will make the footage more cinematic. I'm ranting a lot. I'm a Nikon fan and I'm disappointed that Nikon is not doing what's necessary to win.They have a good product and they won't advertise properly. There is no entry level mirrorless camera yet. Sub 500 USD camera including kit lens.Does not need huge features but needs to be there to make people get into Nikon system. I started with a D3200. Then a D750 and now a Z6.(many DX and FX lenses as well) If there was no Nikon at that price, I would have bought Canon. And I would have upgraded within Canon.

[@HoniSoitQuiMalPense]

You've got it nailed man!!

[@frankiecalabro2617]

Look at Kai man Wong sporting his Batman!!!! Great success to you in 2021!!!! Love ya!!!

[@tommdg]

Man this video looks just so crispy!

[@vince2051]

so many $2k+ cameras still coming out these days with no internal 10-bit feels a little wrong tbh

[@mrrolandlawrence]

rather have 12 or 14 bit.

[@phillippugh2161]

Except for photographers like me who just want to take pictures who cares about 10 bit

[@mpgnz73]

How many of these $2K 10-bit internal 4K cameras overheat and can't deliver according to their specification? All of them. Only the video specialist cameras A7SIII and S1H don't have any such problems. Nikon did the right thing by ensuring a deliverable performance rather than throwing in an unworkable spec.

[@Dar1usz]

@@mpgnz73 you are absolutely right

[@alexkartashov4018]

I don't do video, I couldn't care less about 10-bit as long as it makes my camera cheaper.

[@tonyw5403]

Let's face it, there's a lot of newbies that shoot Sony. It's easier to pick up because you can see what you're shooting before you shoot it. Those that move into MILC from DSLR have a little more experience and look more for practical usage like user interface and logical controls. Younger and immature Sony shooters often fall into confirmation bias and feel the need to bash other brands to make themselves feel good. Same crowd will shoot A7RV and post only to Instagram. This is a reason why pros often do not upgrade immediately. They have learned their craft and can achieve desired result without spec shopping.

[@yogawithandy]

Great review Kai. You did some seriously good eye detection testing. I think this type of more “professional” and a lot less nonsense is what you need to do more. Some nonsense is OK but sometimes you go overboard. I think that this is reflected in the high number of thumbs ups. Well done on this one.

[@oliverhilton6086]

Nikon rep: _"Sorry guys, you can only touch the camera with one gloved hand, sorry."_ Kai: _"My years of training have lead to this moment"_

[@carlmcneill1139]

I just bought a z6 II 2 weeks ago. I haven't had much time to play with it yet but I'm liking what I see so far. Big improvement with the auto focus from the d750 I was previously using.

[@biglebowski3486]

Would you say its on par with the D750 or even better ? Mainly asking for low light auto focus

[@carlmcneill1139]

@@biglebowski3486 I haven't really had a chance to test out the low light capabilities yet but it's better from everything I've seen on it. It's supposed to be able to auto focus with just a quarter moon out.

[@carlmcneill1139]

@@biglebowski3486 I have since been out twice to take milky way pictures. It is better than the d750. The z6 and z6 ii have the same sensor. If you don't need all the extra features on the z6 ii you can save some money and just get the z6. You can put what you save towards the 20mm z lens. They say it's phenomenal. Much better than the original.

[@dwinzgaprak]

How in the H did you get your hands on these cameras when everybody else hasn't?

[@bikesnbeerz]

887K subscribers and probably some connections :)

[@airjaff]

It's because he doesn't trash nikon

[@MrSimonj1970]

Half of my feed is these cameras, what are you talking about?

[@techlessYT]

Well, technically he didn't get his hands on...

[@ninpoubunshinnojutsu5645]

Asshats = no. Proper feedback = yes.

[@BrilliantBenGaming]

Nikon: Our new Zed 6 and Zed 7 Mark Two Kai: oh hi marc

[@mcunner]

Zed space six eyeeye

[@gazagxrlx2974]

Fave cam guy !!

[@MrJustwatchin9]

A Mark II updates are probably the fastest I’ve seen for any major camera company. They pushed out their next green faster than Sony alpha did wow. I hope this isn’t a Mirrorless camera trend. I hope that camera companies can make cameras that would last a few years before the next iteration.

[@BoostLeekdMedia]

4:23 - That's where I'm at.... making those tough decisions to decide whether I trust my camera more than my skills, haha! But for real, I totally agree that the Z6ii and Z7ii are insanely great cameras.

[@Go8997]

Love you Kai. Nikon!

[@attackemartin]

Not interested in most of the gear he's showing. But I just watch him with joy for some reason 😄 and always love it when it's something I really thinking about buying. Great videos!

[@desert_moon6935]

very hungry and waiting for Nikon Z9 😅

[@duncanwallace7760]

"We'll put him in a really fancy hotel room so he doesn't do anything silly", they though.. I agree with your take on the Z system. Lovely stills results, amazing lenses, reliable focus.

[@patrick.771]

I was surprised when I saw the release price for US and UK at the beginning but in Austria and Germany (at the moment) the price for a Z6II is absolutely ridiculous! 2700-2800 € with the 24-70 F4. The Z6 + 24-70 was 1700-1800 € in summer.

[@fetzie23]

That's about what the Z6 + 24-70 f/4 combo retailed for in Germany at launch too IIRC. When the Z6 ii has been out for nearly two years it'll be discounted as well :)

[@vinhsanity]

You must be the nicest guy ever, you beat everyone to new camera reviews!

[@anthonypolanco3449]

Felt like this was the only review not taking a sh*t on Nikon’s new mirrorless systems. Thoroughly enjoyed this and leveled the field with this review as someone testing the waters in seeing what mirrorless system to go to.

[@roderickma]

New eye focus is quite good !!!!!!!!!!! The camera seems ok except the price (for both camera & lens). Since you can hardly travel these days, so better wait for the price drop (6-9 months later) then. Meanwhile, best to check for more review on YT.

[@alexsteele3922]

I have that same stone island sweater bruv !!!

[@jpdj2715]

The XQD slot is actually CFexpress with backward compatibility for XQD

[@okiwangko]

As much as I love to see upgrades to the Z lineup of Nikon camera, I guess I'll be waiting for the next iteration as incremental upgrade just doesn't justify spending months of salary on.

[@bunnyjumb]

Love Nikon

[@StillAliveAndKicking_]

You know Nikon are in financial trouble when they can only afford to give him one rubber glove. Mind you, imagine turning up to a hotel room with a stranger who proceeds to pull out a rubber glove. I’d be gone in seconds. Nice video, not really a review, but good. You could teach the big hair Frodo man how to present a review.

[@mrvk699]

😂😂😂😂 A guy manhandling cameras with transparent Rubber gloves in one hand must be scary sight alas! 😂

[@IamWhoIam2023]

Nice stone island sweater

[@DrLol07]

Can't wait for Afro hair Sony boy to hate on this camara for no reason, oh wait, he already did

[@ZiggyArno]

My appreciation to Kai once again. I got a Nikon ZEEE 6 (sorry, that terrible American accent) a year ago and loved it as, believe it or not, a video camera. Oh, it takes great photos. I am happy to see this balanced and fair review of the new Nikon "mark ii" cameras. My big question is whether it Nikons have an edge over the Panasonic S5 because of their focusing capabilities. When you have to shoot run and gun video (documentary and news style), autofocus is a great standby.

[@natedagreat90]

I've been watching you since the beginning of dig rev tv and its end I'm glad your still doing reviews.

[@stevens7409]

Thanks Kai for testing and not just denouncing the upgrade like other youtubers!

[@ollielane656]

Very interested in the Z7.2 suits my needs perfectly will be a nice upgrade from my D810 in a year or two. Also nice to see a hands on look at them that isn't just hating on Nikon like a lot of other youtubers out there who are just hating on Nikon with out even using the new camera's. There's only so much a spec sheet can tell you.

[@bebitonenita65]

Love my z7

[@HamerReviews]

Hey Kai, great video, very interesting preview of the two cameras. One question at 3:45 you say the Z7 II is a 1.1x crop at 4K 60 and the Z II is a DX crop at 4K 60, s that definitely the case? If so, would you argue that Nikon has flipped the video focussed camera from the Z6 to Z7 - as I believe there was more of a crop on the Z7 than Z6 initially - unless I'm getting my wires majorly crossed?

[@ghas4151]

The Z7 uses line skipping while the Z6 doesn’t, so video will still be better on the Z6.

[@HamerReviews]

@@ghas4151 yeah I’m with you on that, I just don’t get the logic for the crop on the Z6 II, I’m coming from the Z6 and have pre ordered a Z6 II BUT, I just don’t get why 4K 60 needs a crop on the Z6 II

[@ghas4151]

@@HamerReviews I presume it’s a limitation in the current sensor. We may have to wait for Sony to release an updated sensor capable of faster speeds. I am only speculating on this though, so take what I say with a grain of salt.

[@HamerReviews]

@Kafala it looks like it, yeah.

[@romanpul]

G S Yes, it‘s the sensor. It’s called IMX410. You can take a look at the spec sheet on Sony’s website as it is an off the shelve part. It can only do about 40hz in fullframe mode, hence the crop

[@knox7158]

Nikonnnn yessss 😎🤘🏼

[@brandonjayasusanto4463]

I love nikon👍

[@peterxyz3541]

Any body that’s close to or above 1,000.00, I expect TWO memory card slots. Any car +50,000.00, I expect leather seats. 16,000.00 car, I do not expect leather.

[@copypaste3526]

Which one would be good enough for HDRI for 3D modelling and for shooting textures?

[@professionalpotato4764]

If only there could be a budget 24-70 f/2.8 zoom. Considering I'm not heavily invested in any system, this looks good. Nikon, open up the Z-mount to sigma please...

[@romanpul]

Neither Nikon nor Canon ever opened the protocols of their cameras to anyone. The only one who did that was Sony. F and EF mount protocols were reverse engineered by the likes of Sigma and Tamron. Tamron already said that will come forward with some Z glass. Sigma will probably take a bit longer as they are still trying to push the L mount.

[@woibacawoi]

That's a lovely hotel

[@oliverlane4050]

“N‘I’kons for the wronguns out there” 😂

[@MichaelGordonFinance]

Nikon always makes amazing products!

[@fotochuck]

Harder Better Faster Stronger. Anyone who quotes Daft Punk lyrics get's my vote!

[@MeowjinBoo]

My comment will probably get buried, but I switched to the z6 from a d750 and the z6 focusing system is definetly way way way clunkier than a DSLR's autofocus (switching between points/modes etc. My biggest gripe is the auto focus mode, the IQ is really really low. I will be taking a picture of a landscape and it'll focus on some branches infront of me instead of the scene that I'm trying to take a picture of. I switched back to dynamic AF and have began using focus lock again, the focus can be reliable. Another issue is with the z system is the lenses are insanely expensive. Sigma needs to hurry up and release z lenses for this system. I am not paying 1k CAD without taxes for a 35mm f/1.8 That is actually insane to me when a 35mm f/1.4 from sigma on an f mount can be found for like 400-600 dollars used.

[@Zeppy007]

Kait, good video as usual! I own the D5 D850 and the D500 with 25 Prime F mount Nikon lenses including the 600mm E FLED 500mm PF 300mm PF 200mm f:2 etc.. Is it worth it to get into the mirrorless game yet? I waited for Version 2 of these cameras and it's finally here, or should I wait for the Z9 which is the D6 Mirrorless equivalent? Thanks in advance!

[@krishnar3493]

Excellent review.

[@xxzellagdrsln5698]

i hope someday i had a camera like that

[@ockibg]

With mask on, you sound like Lok 😀😀😀😀

[@TheRacingChannel97]

The sarcasm in these videos us usually on point 😂😂

[@LiquidTurbo]

Early Nikon access! Go Kai!

[@cactustweeter2890]

I ordered my Z 7 II.

[@forevapoppin6684]

Me too... can’t wait!!!!

[@honestnerd]

Very minor upgrade actually. Not sure if they`re going to sell thousands or just a few dozens. I own a z6 and won't upgrade, but it's nice for people wanting to switch from dslr or jump ship.

[@TechWeLove]

Kai, can you do a video, comparing the Z6ii 4K 60 fps with the firmware update for video quality VERSUS the Z7ii 4K 60 fps video ? I want to see a video addressing this, to inform me on which one to buy. ❤️

[@AmitZinmanVideo]

My main question would be: Can it write video to both cards?

[@MrCentralDriver]

Nice. Quick review. Would like to see if the auto eye af is faster and better then my z6 though. Still waiting

[@calebmcinturff]

Oh shit. You touched the lens without a glove...

[@ghas4151]

Eye tracking looks so much better than the Fuji X-T4. Fuji really need to up their game in that department.

[@raybbo]

The z6 and z7 are alot cheaper now so i chose to buy a second hand z7. Cant wait to finally have a full-frame body! I had a d5300 before

[@RobertTeague]

Nikon IS NOT using Mark in its description of the cameras. They are simply ii (two).

[@dylanwilliams62]

Kai the Greatest !! 🇿🇦

[@jpdj2715]

Nycon, Nickon. It's Neekon. And the lenses are Nikkor. The "i" before the double k is the "i" in give, lick, if. The "i" pronounced as ee in Nikon is like the ee in geese or sheep, but it is staccato - shorter than the ee in English generally is. Japanese are so courteous in not telling foreigners they're doing it wrong that they start making your mistakes as well, when you are present. Which is totally missed by the culturally ignorant. And then the history. Originally called Nippon Kogaku (Japan Optical company), that name was difficult to get popular in "the West" (I always wondered if LA and SF are East or West of Japan), in the 1950s. As, way back, everybody in optics looked up to Carl Zeiss (originally in Jena, Germany) and Zeiss had its "Ikon" cameras, why not call the Nippon Kogaku cameras Nippon Ikon: Nikon.

[@thabo5799]

Its nearly 2021 and camera companies are still insisting we buy their products without 4K60. This should be a standard by now.

[@ClassicCyclingCC]

I was really excited about the z6 II but am left a bit disappointed. The z6 is a solid platform to begin and the updates to the z6 II do address most of the issues of the first z6 but why couldn’t Nikon add a fully articulated screen and 10 bit internally? That would have made it the best camera in its class.

[@davidmarquez2821]

I really wish they had increased the number of focus points in the Z6 ii to improve focus accuracy.

[@johnger850305]

That’s Daft Punk right there👀

[@BenelliMr]

absolutely great cameras: this is how they should have been two years ago

[@Andyanderzon]

I've just as of a few days ago invested in all of the extras needed in order for me to upgrade for a Z6. I would like to call myself an intermediate photographer. I'm yet making up my mind as to which kind of photographer I'm interested in becoming. I'm currently a shooter with the Nikon D7500, which is also the first camera of mine, that I have owned for a little over a year. Since I'm not the kind of photographer that does jobs (yet), which in turn doesn't make me return the cost of the gear that I like to invest in. So far I'm a proud owner of the D7500, the 70-200 VR II, and a few other lenses. In recent times, I've been spending a lot of time convincing myself into investing further into more gear, hence the Z6, and why I am commenting on this video. However though, as the Z6 II was suddenly introduced, right after I finally convinced myself, the dream of the Z6 was put on hold until the Z6 II was unveiled. I was waiting for that so that I would be able to compare the specs and to see if Nikon would make an enormous leap forward or rather just an incremental update, which it has proved itself to be. However though, as the incremental update has introduced a few extra features, especially the dual processor, I'm rather uncertain whether to wait another month until its release and get the mark II or if I should just go ahead and get the mark I now. What makes me uncertain is that the mark II doesn't seem to bring a lot of features that have a large impact on my use and 'style'. The problem with most reviews is that most old-school camera review channels that have been known for creating enormously informative and high-quality content have been very unreliable in recent times. Most of the good old review channels spend a lot of time 'harassing' Nikon, especially for its Eye-af and face-af, being slightly slower or different from competitors like Sony or Canon. Going from a system that doesn't even have those features, and being focused on the thousands of other genres within photography, literally lynching Nikon for its face-af features is literally a point that is too specific and single-genre focused to degrade the overall performance and complete usability of the camera. After all, the old-school saying of 'being a good photographer isn't dependant on your gear', has turned into you can only be a good photographer with the best of the best and least flawed gear. What I want to know is, is upgrading from a crop-sensor, midrange, and fairly a good camera to the Z6 II overrated, or should I rather go with the Z6 mark I? In my vision, the Dual-processor seems like a more futureproof system since double the power should be possible to bring at least a little more out of the camera, although the sensor and most of the other features are mostly the same. To put it into perspective, is buying the Z6 II over the Z6 like upgrading from an iPhone 11 to an iPhone 11Pro? I'd like to get someone's opinion on purchase the Z6 ii over the Z6 is unnecessary since I already feel like the Z6 is a very great looking camera from its specifications.

[@gzarari]

If you find the price has a difference of 200-300$ , then get z6 II. If it has a 500+ then go for z6. They are both amazing cameras

[@felm.974]

Loved the review and by the way, the Z6 seems to have benefitted from the recent firmware update, I feel that the AF is a lot snappier and faster, I'm still upgrading to mark II but I'm quite happy with my Z6 and I could just get more glass instead. Cheers!

[@bencushwa8902]

1:00 What are you doing in that hotel room? Based on the spotter scope sat on the table, I'd say you're looking at folks through all those windows. ;)

[@exert2020]

Hmmm. Sell my Z6 and psy an extra 1k to get another card slot? Think I'll just stay with the Z6 to be honest. What are others doing?

[@trym2121]

Waiting for you to sell the gear. Hahaha Seriously there's no point of upgrading unless you are a pro photographer especially potrait photographer that can benefit from the updated AF.

[@andrewrichards912]

I'm keeping my Z6 for quite a while

[@cooloox]

Does the Z6 have dual processors or just a single processor? If only one, then the new camera will be much faster to operate, everything will respond faster, like upgrading your computer. It could even give cleaner high ISO files. The AF looks significantly better, not jumping all over the place. The Z6 was useless for shooting models. I'm a Canon person, but I love the Z6/Z7 and want them to be highly successful.

[@ghas4151]

I’m still deciding whether to sell the Z6 and go for the Z7 II. If there is a significant improvement I may make the jump. Not bothered about dual card slots but nice to have the option. If I’m honest, I’m pretty happy with the Z6 and it does everything I need it to apart from super reliable AF which I’m hoping the mark II cameras fix.

[@exert2020]

@@cooloox as far as I can see things like face tracking seem improved. But since the last update my Z6 has been spot on. Depends on the situation though of course. Yes it will likely operate faster, but again I have zero complaints with my Z6. Never thought of it as slow. 4k 60fps is great, but I'm hopeful of a Z6 update for this in the future. New cameras look fab, but like I say, does it really justify paying out an extra 1k. Not for me.

[@yan-jk1ti]

Coming from Fuji xh1, the Nikon Z6 is for me a great camera , don't need the Z6|| Same sensor and focus is after the update good enough for me.

[@SarveshParakh]

Just 2 things and this will be an instant buy for hybrid shooters everywhere - record to ssd via whatever connection they see fit and internal N-Log because the processing is there! Maybe they will come up with it in a firmware upgrade after some sales results?...if they sell well, they can wait till the mark 3 to pop those upgrades in. hopefully they don’t sell well so Nikon are forced to give us that option. Other than that and if you look at these as just new models and not ‘upgrades’, those specs look good. For a z6/z7 owner though, this should be that camera that you send in to nikon so they add these new features in for $200. There is absolutely nothing worth 2K in them for z6/z7 shooters to consider an upgrade.

[@CJSnews]

The autofocus seems to be better than any of the Lumix models.