Nikon Z6 II Review - Better late than never?

The Nikon Z6 II may not be the most exciting camera release of the year, but it's far from the worst. Is Nikon falling behind? Or is this what's gonna save Nikon?
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[@jtes1442]

You can customize the ISO button to tap it and change ISO values without holding it . Custom menu - Controls - F6 Release Button to use dial . This process or state ends when the button pressed a second time or the shutter release button is pressed .

[@pratapkrishnan3950]

There is a setting where you don't have to press down ISO to adjust it. The setting is "f6 Release button to use dial." I use this and it will be applied to exposure compensation and the 2 functions too. I use this :)

[@matemitmati1944]

Hi! Is there any chance to hear sth about AF modes? When/how to use them, why sometimes they don't work properly and how to deal with it? And especially about manual AF vs auto.

[@andrear9500]

Really appreciate your reviews. You say. I feel Nikon had the urge in 2018 to come out with mirrorless and had no time left for a complete package. Now they caught up but did not introduce any wow factor. I have slr Nikon lenses that I use adapted on other format since before 2018 and now that I could use them almost natively I am somehow still reluctant to do it.

[@waynemarkovich8842]

Nice review and video. One tip on customizing the ISO control. On the Z6's and Z7's you can set the focus ring to change the ISO with the Z lenses. This is a much better way to when shooting in manual mode to change the ISO it's very smooth nothing to push or hold just turn the ring. On the cost of the S line lenses they are the same or less that Nikon's past pro lens line and in every case have tested to be better quality. So the price is fine and competitive with Canon and Sony.

[@deemondes]

Love your content so far soo much. Please comment on D850 to z6 ii transition if resolution is not much of a problem... ??

[@rohitash4122]

Nice review Hyun. I own an entry-level Nikon D5600 with kit lenses. I am interested in street and wildlife photography. Is it worth switching to Nikon Z6 or would you recommend Z6 II? You say investing in Z6 is worth going instead of Z6 II ?

[@rpvnwnkl]

You can release the ISO button and use the dial by changing setting f6: Release Button to Use Dial

[@turbohokie1]

Yes, Nikon had this option even with the D300 waaaayy back

[@jtes1442]

I'm glad for the enhancements. There might not be any wow features like 8k accompanied by overheating or 1k fps, but the added features are welcomed. I don't care about it not having a flip out screen, but I'm glad now that if you use the till screen that the EVF is not activated , and that they added a 900 second shutter . By the the Z5 (I know we’re talking about the Z6) has a longer buffer than the D759 and it’s a good value option that has IBIS . Lastly cameras are more than just SPECS .

[@nancyk9475]

Decisions! I think I’m going to order a Z6ii with a 24-70 f4 and FTZ. I’m a d750 user who shoots landscapes, street, travel and low light. I’ve looked at the Z6 but with the cost of only using CFExpress or QXD compared to being able to use my SD cards.

[@anamorphicalan]

unrelated question to nikon cameras but i have used cannon 650d, i am not ready to upgrade but when i can ready, what cannon camera should i buy second hand? i have lenses of 24mm, 500mm and 17-55mm. i appreciate the help. i am currently shooting photography as hobby and small payed sessions

[@sarfaraz.hosseini]

The R6 is a solid starting point. The R and RP were placeholder cameras lacking a lot of features, but If the price is too high you could consider a used R.

[@satyayaya6716]

still confused to choose z6ii or d780 for wedding photography if you're looking for accurate and fast AF to capture split second moment ?i still use my d750 btw..any suggestion ?

[@ericthestone]

Z6ii, DSLR era is over! As a wedding shooter myself, my last DSLR is Canon 5Dmk2. Switched to mirrorless (Tried Sony, Fujifilm and settled with Nikon now) and never missed my DSLR. Another reason to go Nikon mirrorless is the Z mount, bigger diameter mount and shortest flange distance really help with image quality. The S line lenses are amazing and the sharpness I have ever shot!

[@lukapotocnik5017]

You did both reviews. Nikon Z6 II and Canon EOS R6. Which one would you suggest? Mostly for photography.

[@HyunRalphJeong]

They’re both good and both have their flaws. At this point, you should choose based on what lens you want to use.

[@artmaltman]

Very perceptive review! Question: Did I hear you say that the Z6 ii has better autofocus tracking than the Sony A7iii?

[@ericthestone]

As an ex owner of the A7iii and current Z6ii owner, I would say the tracking is better than A7iii and the controls are more intuitive to use. But that being said, it is because the A7iii doesn’t have real time tracking. Comparing to the newer Sony bodies with real time tracking, Sony wins hands down!

[@georgedavall9449]

@@ericthestone Sony Baloney

[@TsvetanVR]

Hey Hyun, I'd love to get your input on this. I picked up photography again after a decade of my DSLR sitting in my wardrobe and I'm looking for an upgrade because while my EOS 60D is still not terrible for general photography and does okay shooting motorsports, I am leaning towards shooting more birds and wildlife and that's where it sucks with its old 9-point AF system, bad low-light performance and 5fps continuous shooting. I guess I would prefer to stay with an APS-C sensor for the extra reach. I know I could also very cheaply upgrade my 60D to a 7D II or 80D as well and improve the major points where my camera's really lacking and spend the money on higher quality lens and extra gear. And if I'm spending more on a new camera, I'd like to have good ergonomics, IBIS and weather sealing. What would you recommend? P.S. Looking at the Z6 II and the R6 II, I can't really find any videos comparing them. I presume the R6 II is better but currently, where I am, it's priced at almost 3000 Euros compared to 1500 Euros currently for the Z6 II (down from 2000 during spring sale).

[@HyunRalphJeong]

If you're looking for an APS-C sensor camera, an R7 might be a good option for you. Not sure how much it costs in Europe, but it's $1000 cheaper than the R6 II here in the U.S.

[@TsvetanVR]

@@HyunRalphJeong Thank you for the advice. I did test an R7 in the store the day before yesterday and I liked it but it was paired with the RF 100-500 that costs around 3300 Euros here + 1500 for the camera. I ended up buying a 7D II that I found for just 250 Euros used the same day and it's a massive upgrade in terms of AF and speed from my 60D. But I tested that one on the spot with the seller's 70-200 2.8 IS II and 300mm 2.8 IS and now I can't even look at the photos that my 70-300 Sigma produces. I need a better lens. Now I wonder if I'll be content with the IQ of the 150-600mm Sigma after trying those two. 😀 I think it should be alright for shooting throughout this year until I see where bird photography takes me and whether I stick with it so it's worth getting a superior lens 2 or 3 times the price. And a more modern camera as well.

[@edohd5016]

good delivery, and your video dark quality is good, subscribed

[@toeriest]

Which one do you prefer for stills? Panasonic s5 or this one? ( My type of shooting is landscape, maybe a bit of action and portrait)

[@HyunRalphJeong]

I think it will depend on your lens selection but if you don't shoot any videos, I'd go with the Nikon.

[@annabellechavez8392]

As Landscape photographer, the new feature is amazing! we can shoot long exposure for 15 mins. without using the remote control, 👌👌👌

[@ThePinoyAggie]

I have the Z6 and happy with it. I also have the D810. Looks like the Z 6/7 II upgrades are focused on pro wedding and portrait photographers and enthusiasts. Wildlife photographers who shoots Nikon DSLRs have to wait for the Z9. I am thinking to get the Z7 II since I miss the D810’s resolution for landscapes and still keep the Z6 as a backup and for video. Ones the Z9 comes to fruition, then I’ll give up my Z6 and get the Z9 for wildlife.

[@markshirley01]

D750 user hear - the Z62 still doesn't do it for me - if it had video backup the second slot would have been useful. Im ready to upgrade but I won't until nikon include this.

[@ericthestone]

The biggest reason to switch from Nikon SLR to mirrorless is definitely the Z mount. I am surprised how much difference in bigger diameter and shortest flange distance can do to image quality. Not to mentioned the S line lenses are very impressive so far for me.

[@arturb5152]

is Nikon Z6ii better then A7 S iii ?

[@dct124]

I don't understand the title.If there's a comparable body to the Z6 II is the R6 which are 2mo apart. Both the R6 and R5 had issues when released b/c they rushed it to market. But I guess that was forgotten. I will say this, the one screen box is slower than the actual AF. The old battery grip was for pro shooters who shoot weddings and interview style shoots. It offered you limitless battery swaps without disturbing your footage and keeping you mobile. It was Nikon version of a Camcorder at a cheaper price point. It's all in how you look at things. The 50mm 1.2 is sharper than the RF 50mm 1.2 buy who cares when both are way better than the RF and F mounts. Bruh, Nikon always had a way to do a single button press to change controls since 2005 🤦🏾‍♂️ before you review a camera please know how to use it 😪 If I'm not mistaken I think you can literally swap the iso to the lens control. I mean no harm but this review spotty, please use Google for things you don't know readily and reach out to the companies or other content creators, the manual, the online manual, the internal manual the help menus (press ? to see help guides)

[@HyunRalphJeong]

Well, I did say it's priced better than the R6. The old battery grip may let you swap the battery while shooting but the camera still has a 30 min recording limit. Maybe no one else had a problem paying $200 for that grip but my main issue was the lack of the more proper grip with controls. Maybe I made things sound more negative than I meant to but like I said in the video, the Z6 II is a good camera for professionals. For enthusiasts, it might be better to get a used Z6 for roughly 40% less. And I do apologize about the ISO button, I've owned many Nikon DSLRs and this never occurred to me as an issue, but it was just less comfortable on the smaller mirrorless body.

[@dct124]

@@HyunRalphJeong Definitely was aimed at professionals. They partnered with Atomos too so to me, Nikon's goal at the time was to make a modular cinima camera. However Nikon constantly has terrible marketing and they tend to leave it up to the people to define their cameras. Z6 Atomos Ninja V Battery Grip Directional Mic Tripod That gives you unlimited video, battery swaps without interruption and 4K 4:2:2 10 bit output in N-log. $2600 Z6 kit $600 Ninja V $200 Battery Grip $100 ($150) Tripod and Fluid head That puts a good film kit at $3500 or under $4K. That's pretty competitively priced for what you're getting and it's not doing upscaling like some cameras. I think at the time the only camera in the same price range/capabilities was the Canon EOS R Camcorders with the same output (but not full frame) cost about $5K. The real Cine cameras like the C200, the body alone is over $5K. Nikon definitely does some weird stuff but they hit the Z6 out the park. Even with a single card slot, they knew for video people would use the external recorder and I think their intention was to force users to buy the Atomos V by taking that option away. For imaging running tethered or wireless tethered replaced the 2nd card slot. Still not the brightest idea. I definitely think they made that grip for timelapse photographers as well.

[@dct124]

@@HyunRalphJeong The Z6 II is great upgrade as are all these current bodies, you can't really go wrong anymore. The one thing I didn't understand about the complaints were that people couldn't comprehend the grip was mainly for video shooters b/c you can actually have issues charging via USB-C while recording vs just using the batteries.

[@D_L_J_83]

When connected to an Atomos Ninja V - can you do 10 bit 4k60p?

[@theymstudio1387]

Yes

[@D_L_J_83]

@@theymstudio1387 I can’t seem to get 4K60 10 bit over HDMI. And on the atomos website it says only 4K30 :( www.atomos.com/cameras/nikon-z6-II

[@ghas4151]

@@D_L_J_83 4K60 will come this month through a firmware update.

[@TheCanadianBubba]

Hope you enjoy something of Christmas Hyun !

[@germanshepherdmom5411]

I noticed you haven’t posted any new videos. Hope you are doing ok!

[@daviddrake8433]

I often hear complaints from pro and amateur photographers that with Nikons you have to hold down the control button, like the ISO, while at the same time moving the dial to select. There has been a setting in the menu for many years to fix this; press the button, release, then turn the dial. I have reset all my Nikons this way. Just look, the setting is there and has been for a long time.

[@hishamosman4341]

Honestly, Nikon has nailed it this time with the new Z6II and Z7II. The improvements are very obvious. Yes, the uodated AF msy be a tad behind the EOS R5 but it is the Z lenses, especially the S line that to me are better than Canon's RF lenses. All the S line zooms are just like many primes squeezed into one. The 50mm f1.2 in my testing is phenominal! It has surpassed the Zeiss Otus 55mm that I also tested on the same 50mm focal range. I think Nikon has taken the correct step towards their mirrorless line. Yes, they were late to the party but it's worth the wait. They will only improve more moving forward

[@ghas4151]

Totally agree. Although AF doesn’t seem “faster” it seems to me to keep up with the subject much better. I get more sharp pupils with the Z6 II than with my Z6 even though the interface feels the same. I also find that the camera is overall just snappier than the Z6, which was already a very snappy camera. The dual processors are definitely helping with this, and I’m pretty sure that Nikon hasn’t come close to maxing the potential of the dual processors for auto focus. Just look at the improvement from firmware 1.0 to 3.0 in the previous gen. Also, that Z 50mm f1.2 S really is a phenomenal lens. I always have it strapped to one of my bodies. The most versatile focal length for what I shoot and incredible optical quality, with almost no focus breathing which makes it so good for video work too!

[@VynZography]

If the Nikon Z6 had an option of an SD card slot I would now be in the Nikon Z ecosystem. I'm so glad I waited and picked up the S5 instead.

[@tonyantoine5823]

Very balanced and fair review, thanks for sharing!

[@ivansmiljkovic88]

13:45 Z sistem caught up with others. Z6II needs 120fps in 1080 and to reduce prices for their lenses, which will happend soon with more 3r party lenses for Z sistem.

[@kjltube]

The Z6 and Z6II do have 120fps in 1080.

[@ivansmiljkovic88]

@@kjltube see, I did not know that :D Thanks for info. Z5 is only limited to 60fps?

[@kjltube]

@@ivansmiljkovic88 I don’t know regarding the Z5

[@mrmeowpuss]

To me lenses make a system more attractive than bodies. If I was to buy a Z6II I'm sure I'd be happy with not only it but the current Z lenses.

[@bananapie2198]

Exactly! I know so many people who wring hands over the bodies, but the bodies come and go every year. The lenses last a looooonnnggg time. The Z6ii and Z7ii aren't the most impressive bodies, but they are serviceable, but the get the important things right. Beautiful colors, the best I've seen, and very VERY nice lenses to truly invest in.

[@sebastianip4751]

Agreed. Especially if you are a prime shooter like me. A range of good 1.8s is better than what the competition is offering at the moment. For someone like me the Z5 (and I voted with my $) is actually quite the sweet spot.

[@mrmeowpuss]

@@bananapie2198 yeah for many shooters they are really great bodies and if you know what you’re doing you can get results. All bodies have some shortcoming after all

[@mrmeowpuss]

@@sebastianip4751 yeah I mostly use primes and if I had a Z6II for example, I’d just need a 14-30mm, 35’m f/1.8 and 85mm f/1.8 and I’d be set for what I shoot!

[@nero2987]

Solid review mate

[@robertvarner9519]

Good balanced review. I currently own a D500 and am thinking about getting a D5 or D6II.

[@StephanKempchen]

If you like a D5 you should try out the Z 6II BEFORE you buy it. Or wait for the new Z8/9 which will be announced in 2021. Regarding Lens-Quality I would switch to the Z-System. I am extremely happy with my Z 6II. Even the AF is great for me. I guess the D5 is still better for Sports and Wildlife. But for the same price you get a Z 6II + Z 7II. Go to your dealer, rent it for a weekend and then decide.

[@harshpatel4158]

New tech will obviously debut with flagship in 2021. All the tech in recent Sony cameras came from A9 & from 1DXiii live view system to R5-R6. Meanwhile 2ND gen Z are cheaper & much less buggy cameras as of now compared to canon's beasts & offers much better user experience compared to older Sony cameras.

[@travelingbartenderjoo5044]

love that sharp and honest review! Debating if I should buy this or r6 so this helps me a lot. Thank you!

[@livejames9374]

Had R6 and now have Z6ii. You’ll be happy with either.

[@travelingbartenderjoo5044]

@@livejames9374 color means alot to me. I mostly shot nature and occasionally my face. Hope Z6ii works well to my video shots

[@livejames9374]

@@travelingbartenderjoo5044 👍 Followed your channel. Love me a good cocktail.

[@travelingbartenderjoo5044]

@@livejames9374 aww thank you! I’ll def try my best!

[@markshirley01]

The big disappointment is no video backup. For some reasons Nikon and Canon cant do this yet Sony have been doing it for over 3 years now.

[@GeoffKirby]

It has 2 card slots for video back up and you can connect a Ninja to it.

[@randkalik]

Why is the Nikon 780 a dud?

[@bbomissisterplayingalone]

Hello🙋 I’m going to watch the honey video ㅎㅎ😊🙏😀👍 I’ll come back again😉🙏

[@jan-martinulvag1953]

The more expensive a product is the better it is perceived to be. An expensive painting must be good, right? I can't see that it's good , but it's expensive so it must be. Who wants a painting by an artist who can't afford an expensive car?

[@yaqoobkhan8396]

LOVE from Quetta Pakistan

[@prl105]

Hi, you just dragged me through your cons section of this review which has incited me to this comment. RTFM Next time it will be beneficial (to you) to get your facts right first before stepping in front of the camera. This video implies you clearly have no experience shooting with Nikon let alone, a Z6 or Z6ii; otherwise you would know the basic facts and history of the brand. You must try harder!; which is a comment I frequently send DPREVIEW direction. I hope to come across your correction video sometime soon once you completed your fact check.

[@StephanKempchen]

Compared to the „old“ Z 6 the AF improved a lot. Much more useable for Sports and Wildlife. The AF works better in Low Light conditions. Much bigger buffer (around 130 RAWs in Burst-Mode). Even the Picture quality got improved. I had the Z 6 and switched to the Z 6II and I’m very happy. And don’t forget... the future Firmware-Updates will make it even better and better. One more point: In my opinion for very professional Videos you should use a Video camera. The main function is photography!!! And for this it’s - in my opinion - the best camera available right now. Look at the ergonomics, Usability, Menu-Structure. If you have one Nikon... you know the all. The street price of the Z 6II is below 2000 USD. I’m sorry to say that, but it looks to me like you never used the Z 6II as a all day camera.

[@AntonisKorakakis]

He is a specs guy, there are many around nowadays. And most of them can't shoot shit.

[@georgedavall9449]

Fantastic comment Stephan, and right on point! Your points on the improved performance have been validated by other reviewers. Peace! ✌🏻😄

[@caninesofcork]

Why does every new camera need something extraordinary? If you know about composition and understand camera settings you can achieve great results with any camera. People should appreciate good cameras but no, because it’s the new social media era everything needs to be critiqued and nothing is ever good enough…I rest my case

[@seanstours3913]

Why does the nikon z6 have no crop, but the z6ii has a crop, smh 😪

[@frickseerose6146]

Only in 4k60

[@artmaltman]

Never a dull moment. Now test the new firmware update v1.10 with better autofocus!!!

[@clarhettcoalfield3616]

Ralph being a long time Nikon and Fuji user, I have no desire to get into the Nikon 'Z' system. Its just not worth it for me, I'll keep my D500, D750 and my D850 thanks. Same goes with the XT4 its not worth the switch from the XT3. Yes I do think Nikon is slipping and rather fast. Nikon's greatest asset is their glass, they need to develop a mirrorless camera system that can utilize that giant catalogue of glass they already have. Thanks, and happy holidays.

[@HyunRalphJeong]

Someone told me Nikon's biggest mistake was making their DSLRs too good and I kind of agree. I wouldn't upgrade if I had D500, D750 and D850 either. haha

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Same boat here, except mine is D500, D3s, and D810 and a lot of F-mount glass. Nikon has made a ton of mistakes but most of all that FTZ adapter should work great like a Canon adapter, and it should have been FREE! Now I'm already starting to mess with some Canon stuff. Nikon better hurry up and win me over again or it's over priced RF lenses here I come😔

[@StephanKempchen]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS It makes no sens at all to switch between the major brands. Be patient and stay with your camera brand. There are no more bad cameras. Switching is always expensive. There are many awarded pictures taken with “old” Cameras. If you always want to have the BEST available you need to switch every year!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

@@StephanKempchen Well it makes some sense actually. When I was investing in my Nikon gear I was a 100% photo guy. Currently I'm a 60% photo and 40% video guy. Nikon is not into catering to their hybrid shooters at all. I was one of those guys that thought flippy screens were going to break off, and I didn't have a use, and a real photographer don't use them. Now I find myself only considering a camera if it has a flippy screen haha. I don't think there are any bad cameras being released as well, but there are for sure some better suited for myself and others. They all have their pros and cons, but their pros are very close so their cons are magnified. Pros: Every camera today is capable of taking amazing photographs, and good video. Cons: Nikon- No flippy screen, clunky FTZ adapter, way behind on video autofocus. Sony- Menus systems that could be used for torture devices, ergonomics. Canon- Overpriced bodies(R5 R6) and lenses(RF), can't stand the shutter, aperture, and on and off dial locations compared to Nikon. I will probably get a used Z6 if I can find one with an adapter for under $1000 just so if I fully switch I can say I tried. Thanks John🍻

[@ThePinoyAggie]

I respectfully disagree, the Z lenses are better than most F-lenses. It is sharper edge to edge, autofocus motors are quieter. It is brighter too because of more light coming in with the bigger mount. Aberrations were minimized because of the shorter flange distance. The VR are better as well with combination of the body’s IBIS. Nikon bet on the optics/hardware design side of the mirror-less game. Subject tracking/AF are software related updates that I think is easier to improve with firmware.

[@MotoRich900]

Yup Nikon had an opportunity to FINALLY correct the rotation of their lens mount and they failed, the only manufacturer with a backward rotating mount :(

[@lilnape2604]

😂😂😂

[@frankluo230]

Z6 used is remarkable value now, 2years after launch. Z6 II will be too, give it 3 major firmware updates. That's not good enough to win people from other brands.

[@alphaandomega2709]

Canon eos R6 Eos the best hybrid camera of 2020 tbh the autofocus is amazing.

[@alphaandomega2709]

It has Ant eye AF Lol crazy. Also made in beloved Japan 🇯🇵 👍🏻

[@prokremelskidezolati1426]

Sony is so muuuuuuuch better! :)))

[@alphaandomega2709]

@@prokremelskidezolati1426 Sony cameras are made in Thailand or Taiwan. I’ve been considering the a7c love the compact ness and sharp image also small compact lenses for a really good price. Over Sony dose seem better but the Canon R6 is amazing as well it’s a little bit on the bigger side but it’s awesome 😎

[@mrjon144]

Disappointed with the selection of RF lenses. All of the Z lenses are great and weather-sealed. Only the L glass for Canon has weather-sealing. The R6 has better/simpler to use AF but it’s not all about AF. Nikon will continue to improve the AF and in the end the lenses will make the difference and I think Nikon is offering better lenses and prices than either Canon and Sony.

[@artsilva]

I find it quite funny when Sony and Canon fanboys complain that the F and Z mounts are "backwards" being that the F mount came first by over 50 and 30 years respectively. People would argue that sony and canon are the ones who are backwards in That regard. With the FTZ adapter and the Z lenses would obviously also mount the same way as the F to keep user consistency with all native lenses dating back to 1957. Why change mount direction now? just to appease Canon and Sony users? LOL, that is ridiculous and design suicide. Unless you are used to only one brand, this is a non issue and a weak talking point on all these review channels and I wish it would stop being such a thing. Modern Z and D bodies ergonomics are also uniform so that if you are a current Nikon DSLR user, moving to the Z bodies is seamless unlike the other brands who change up their ergos with every single release.

[@CRaul87]

those battery grip prices are a spit in the face of nikon customers.

[@maniaxon7816]

1st view

[@aslamhaniffa7240]

DSLR is the king in Nikon world.

[@StephanKempchen]

And Mirrorless will be the king in the future...

[@xaviercopeland2789]

Thank God they didn’t add a flip screen! There’s eventually going to be no more cameras without one, and that’s the time I stop buying them. Edit: This camera seems to be a jack of all trades camera and master of none, and very competitive for the price in comparison to something like the Canon. Good camera that will cover pretty much all areas except for the top tier, which this isn’t marketed towards. Just very solid.

[@mainmain5303]

An overall vibe of “it’s the same camera” makes it an amateur review.

[@ALWH1314]

Lukewarm review, why bother.

[@frankluo230]

Too little too late. As a company,bNikon has been too slow responding to market changes.

[@StephanKempchen]

It’s never ever too late... And Nikon cameras are always very reliable with no overheating problems. What do you want to have. An all in one device or a reliable workhorse?

[@frankluo230]

@@StephanKempchen I don't see Nikon can reclaim number one market position anytime soon. Follower strategy in mirrorless, mid of the road body options, cut cost by reducing headcount in Japan, outsourcing manufacturing, close down some of the sales department in European, South American and Asian countries. Lens roadmap solid but again lack of excitement, production behind announced schedule, demanding highest lens price of the major three but using more plastic in high end lens, stepping motor, made in Thailand. The list goes on and on, especially in software development and hardware optimization. Try any raw software made by Nikon is like using win95 while others are on win10, slowest of the bunch by a long shot. Snapbridge anyone? Yes you don't have to use it but it shows the lack of software capability in Nikon. Insider says their main processor expeed still on 65nm technology, 65nm you read it right.

[@tombrotzman8807]

@@frankluo230 Then don’t buy one, problem solved.

[@lilnape2604]

@@frankluo230 has SnapBridge been improved recently? It gets the job done and I don’t have problems with it.

[@frankluo230]

@@lilnape2604 even Pentax imaging app is better than snapbridge on Android. Leave it on all the time, the ram usage is absurd and battery drain is off the scale. Usable but not what you wanted from a "billion dollar investment bank group backed imaging giant company".

[@prokremelskidezolati1426]

Lot of bullshit, not a review!!! Expensive Z lenses? Compared to WHAT, Canon??!

[@ghas4151]

People are making the mistake of comparing these to the old F mount f1.8 lenses. Those were cheaper lenses, with cheap build quality and poor performance wide open. These new Z f1.8 S lenses cannot be compared. The clue is in the S moniker. These are pro standard lenses with pro build quality and excellent performance wide open. An excellent option for a working professional who doesn’t need f1.4/f1.2 and would prefer saving money, size and weight as you’re not giving anything up with optical performance. Wait for the non-S lenses if you want something cheaper.

[@prokremelskidezolati1426]

@@ghas4151 I know. This is not for me, but for the "reviewer" :D

[@natashanicole7408]

Sadly this camera is still so gimped

[@ItzSi]

Hmmm I think Nikon are not competing anymore 😏

[@marcgilles4520]

Goodbye Nikon!