Nikon Z6II Review 6 Months Later | The BEST Full Frame Camera You Probably Aren't Buying

[@jtes1442]

The Z6II is a great option at the 2k price range. I have a Z6II and I love it

[@photographybydash]

Have the Z6 and just bought the Z6II. Looking forward to the workflow with them together.

[@ogonzilla]

Great to see you’re loving the camera too. I picked one up for image quality alone. Looking forward to more performance firmware updates down the road. Great car shots!!

[@ericrjennings]

I recent bought into Nikon for IQ as well

[@MsGourav1984]

omar nice to see u!

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that Omar!!! Yeah, Nikon is definitely doing its best to keep things firmware updated as much as possible

[@markshirley01]

Enjoyed your videos on the Z cameras Omar

[@enricomarconi8358]

Absolutely stunning work by Dan with this footage, you're right Omar!

[@cactustweeter2890]

The Nikon Z system is awesome actually. I bought the Z 6 when it first came out. I took a lot of beautiful pictures with it. I now have the Z 7 II. I love it even more.

[@MH3GL]

What's the main difference between the Z6 and the Z7ii? I see a lot of people making that jump. Must be something to it.

[@kaiworleyphotography]

@@MH3GL Lower base ISO, more megapixels.

[@Tricklarock]

@@MH3GL and one XQD card slot on the z6

[@montazownianr1]

@@MH3GL not much in picture quality, slower, lower low light margin

[@johndaubney7311]

Yea I did the Sony full frame thing like everyone else did a few years ago along with a Fuji Xt3 which I love. Looked at Nikon earlier this year and fell in love with the ergo’s. Caricatures just slammed Nikon for some reason and I feel for it. It performs well for my needs, the image quality is spectacular, and the new z glass is really amazing. The 50mm F1.8 is really something else. Wow. I love faster glass and F1.8 lenses don’t get me excited but this one astonished me. A great system in general. I think people are starting to re-discover Nikon. Underrated by most reviewers in my opinion. Great job and your thoughts echo mine.

[@sports_car_enthusiast]

Loving my Z6 (original model) for about 2 years now. Excellent image IQ, colors and low light performance. AF has been improved over FW updates and is good enough for now (very very close to a a7iii, in some cases a hair better in others a hair behind). Tried out a sony a7iii back then and while AF is good, absolutely hated everything else about it, the body, buttons, ergonomics just felt rubbish, menu was an absolute chaos, colors were weird esp skin tones, and overall simply did not want to pick it up and use it. The Z6 on the other hand is a pleasure to use all day long and makes you want to pick it up, go out and make some images. The Z glass is also excellent!

[@chetankulkarni6969]

Thanks for your unbiased reviews. This is one of the reasons I have subscribed and you don't disappoint!

[@mahersarieddine48]

Is it really?

[@matic2601]

I own the little sister - the Z5. Originally coming from Sony Alpha 6400 and it took some time to get used to Nikon. But after some time i started to love this Camera so much. The colors of the pictures out of cam are just breathtaking! Sometimes I watch at my pictures and start smiling. Ergonomics and camera menu are outstanding as well. Maybe I will upgrade to the Z6II - but right now this is my favorite camera!

[@sharonraboy3358]

Oh! Why did u pass from alpha (sony) to Nikon, And not to the a7(...) options? (im doing that transition now and I would like to know your reasoning 😊, I haven't decided yet)

[@HobbitsanNYC]

@@sharonraboy3358 hi! So did you moved to a Nikon?

[@sharonraboy3358]

@@HobbitsanNYC oh i meant I waa doing the transition from crop to full frame. I used the Nikon D5300 and at the end I chose the Nikon z6ii, instead of going Sony A7.

[@loltimno]

My god - the image quality of these Z cameras is just blowing my mind

[@donzokor5312]

🤣😂 You must impress easy

[@loltimno]

@@donzokor5312 nope! I tried Sony’s offerings and hated working with the files, really didn’t like the crop of lenses (at the time). Tried Fuji and loved the handling but hated the images that came out of them. I wanted to like both of them, and bought both with my own money as Nikon wasn’t offering any real mirrorless at the time. The Zs have been rock solid for me and the lenses are prioritising exactly what appeals to me. But horses for courses.

[@yorielgenuinocompany]

I like how you put all of these information out. I’m a Nikon shooter, I see some people are able to jump from one brand to another, not me, I waited a while for the Z6ii and also the Z9 which I recently order, my Z6ii just arrived, haven’t opened it yet. I think I’ll love it, I hope that with firmware updates down the road this’ll definitely be a camera to keep for a long time. I still keep my D810, D850 and D500 and now I’m really exited to go mirrorless using the same brand.

[@mahersarieddine48]

I have had a D810 since 2014 with 4 lenses set (50 mm f1.4, 14-24mm f2.8, 24-70mm f2.8 and 70-200mm f2.8) , i mainly shoot models , head shots and food. I'm confused between Z6ii and A74. Which one would you get were you in my shoes? Thanks

[@nogerboher5266]

Just tested the R6 and Z6ll with my buddy. We had them for 7 days and everything, went everywhere with them. Considering the price, we thought the R6 will perform better and produce better images but it was the other way around. Z6ll was much better and performed better in almost every situation. Not to mention the amazing Nikon colors, we barely had to edit for our shoots - saved so much time. The video however, we both prefer the R6, the colors and the overall feel of the video just feels cinematic no matter what we shot, while on Z6ll we had to use externals to get the same quality because Z6ll does not have stock log profile. So, if you are a hybrid shooter or a photographer, the Z6ll just performs better in almost every setting but if you shoot mostly video and photography is secondary to you, the R6 is the better choice, however it costs 600 EUR more.

[@adrianvanleeuwen]

Nikon Z has N log profiles and flat profiles. So you can increase dynamic range in Nikon and improve video color with this.

[@felixlechat1780]

I want just taking pictures of my cat 👍

[@jonphotos8631]

What externals did you use to improve video quality?

[@DystopianUtopia]

The Z6II has built in HLG support?

[@factsnchill168]

I can guarantee you that you did not test these two camera's in a sporting environment. Because the R6 would have won hands down (I'm a Sony shooter). The Nikon Z6 cannot keep up, neither can the z7. Proven countless times with wildlife photographers as well. Go search for their videos.

[@ianfiorentinophoto]

I went and got my z6ii today based on this review. I feel like a kid again. Awesome piece of hardware from Nikon.

[@j.kimmer1509]

As a Sony and Canon RF user... i picked up a Z6ii. output is fantastic; i usually use it for portraits, food, fashion, landscape and great auto focus w/ that type of work for me. The colors coming out of this camera is amazing. It's not as "fantastic" (Nikon just works differently) as my R6 or R5 in focus performance but Nikon makes me want to go make images...oh btw, accidentally(with a help of a 3rd party baboon) i dropped the z6ii from about 2.5 ft to an asphalt with a solid impact (attached 24-70 /4 S) and then the camera with the lens rolled a bit away; to my amazement no damage at all; nothing - it's build like an Abrams; ..the Sony was dropped on a Hawaii trip on the Hana Rd for a short waterfall photo shoot, Sony dropped from 18 inches and the lens crumpled like a coke can (unusable) and the body and a knob took some heavy scarring. My R5, R6 and Z6ii are now always going out with me. Sony is collecting dust.

[@learningcameras]

Nice! Yep, agree with you completely. Yeah, after several years of torture I can confirm that my Sony cameras feel more weathered than my Nikon cameras. Sometimes my Sony buttons feel sticky and the finish they use gets dinged easily but my original Z6 still looked new despite some pretty crazy abuse in Iceland

[@Mr09260]

Sony's TV's are awesome though just as Canon's Printers are Great but nothing beats the Z system from Mount to Colour Science to Lenses , to Ergonomics and AF is being sorted as we speak etc etc

[@CanadianArchivist]

i am a Nikon user, and been hesitating to upgrade as the mirrorless systems came out. Rumours for the second version then complaints of eye detection and subject tracking etc. Reviewers bashing Nikon and favouring Sony & Fuji because Nikon’s detection isn’t up to par with the rest. i currently have an aps-c and thought of jumping backward with a d500 or D7500 because of what Ive read. However, your video and another from a Nikon Ambassador using the camera for sports and other work changed my mind from those reviews. Especially as a result of firmware updates improving the camera’s capabilities

[@Eric.Estrada]

I went from Nikon Z6, to Red Komodo, to Sony FX3. I still use my Z6 alongside the FX3 and there are many features on my Z6 that blow away the FX3. My Z6 is leaps and bounds better in lowlight than my FX3 for video. The Z6 is giving me a much cleaner image quality in low light. With that said, the FX3 gives me a slightly better image quality during the day being able to shoot 10bit 4:2:2.

[@rehab4everybody]

The Z6 (1 ?) Is better in lowlight than the a7s3 or in your case the fx3? How ia that? Do Our mean video or photo..

[@NotFromConcentrate]

The thing that excites me about the Z system is the lenses. The bodies might be a little "behind" the competition right now, but the lenses are a generational leap ahead. Which is easier to fix in the long run? :)

[@TomasRamoska]

I shoot canon but I love nikon also. I wish canon r6 will come with 24mpx sensor instead of 20mpx just to give a bit more cropping power.

[@marcusbeasley3212]

This is actually a very good and fair review. I have had the Z6II for months and love it, use it for work. Definitely a no regrets purchase.

[@bryankimani]

Proud owner of Nikon z6 ii. I got mine in February this year and I love its results. This is my first camera ever. BTW, I am a software developer transitioning to photography and videography. I am learning on the go.

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! Hope your enjoying getting into it

[@bryankimani]

@@learningcameras I am enjoying it. I am now saving for buying some z series lenses. I want a macro and wide one. Currently, I have adapted some lenses using ftz adapter

[@wwcreations1]

Thank you for your great review of this camera. I am waiting for mine to arrive in the mail. I made the great leap last night after contemplating it for 2 weeks and going over all the pros and cons I could find online. Going from the z50. Thank God my husband is happy to take my hand-me-downs...ha ha! No, now we will have two great cameras to use for whatever it is we are doing (he needs a decent video camera for work/job sites). I am an enthusiast that has been published in the past and because I love horses, wildlife and nature in general, I am always finding limitations in my knowledge and my equipment. I can be shooting action in an indoor arena with horses moving quickly (my nightmare for photography) or little birds flitting around or a sunrise over the lake. My background is that I'm an artist and have studied design, colour and composition, so I have that going for me. Just a year ago I was coming from a D80, (let that sink in) and was afraid to jump to the z6 back then (cost was prohibitive then too). Costco had a package deal on the z50 with 16mm-50mm plus ftz adapter. Now that I have a lump sum check that will cover the cost of this camera plus two great lenses (28mm-70mm nikkor and the 150mm - 600mm contemporary sigma) which will go nicely with my current 70mm-300mm nikkor I've had since 2009. I think I'm good for lenses (for now) ; ) I am happy to see that the z6ii menu system is just like the z50 for the most part which is really important as I have a permanent brain injury that left me with cognitive disabilities which doesn't allow for new information to be processed easily and recalled, among other things. Just mentioning that for people contemplating one of these cameras that might have similar cognitive disabilities - something most would not think of. Nikon seems to be great for keeping everything fluid and easy to migrate from camera to camera. That has been my experience anyways. I have been a Nikon shooter since 2005 when I was introduced to them through work. I had to learn how to use the camera back then for work and loved it so much I bought the same camera (D80). Before that was Fuji and before that was Pentax (35mm). I just found your channel and look forward to watching more of your content. Can't wait to use this camera! Cheers! 🙂

[@learningcameras]

Hey JL! That's awesome!!! Definitely a big step up from the D80 lol. I do have a video on how to setup the Z6II so definitely check that out if you missed it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmTThZpobKh-rtk so that should help hopefully with less brain injury hahaha. Appreciate you reaching out! Hope you enjoy the new camera

[@raykrv6a]

Well, I ordered a Z6II yesterday. Coming from a D7100. I also ordered the 14-30mm F4 lense after reading the reviews. I got the adapter so I can use try to use my older lenses. I really hope I love this camera. The D7100 was just OK.

[@learningcameras]

It will be a massive step up! Also, check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmTThZpobKh-rtk

[@nwmstudios]

It is such a great all round camera, the image quality for both photo and video is absolutely stellar with the 2.8 glass. Ive started to do more video work and for a hybrid user it is a treat to use, Far from perfect but it was worth the wait.

[@mshearerc]

All comments seem to be 2yr or 1 yr ago! So current comment 9/23. Just bought this Z6II a few weeks ago so still getting use to it but totally love it! Went from a SLR Nikon to a Sony a series to this, and wow. Blows away my mind. Some learning curve for sure, but then my car had a steep learning curve too. This camera should, or rather will last me a long long time.

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! Enjoy

[@alexandremueller6236]

I'm new to photography as I've been shooting with my s21 ultra! Now I've order my z6 ii and it's coming in the mail! Thanks for the awesome review

[@nickpadget]

How did you get on with it?

[@alexandremueller6236]

@nickpadget it's going great! Been busy with Uni so it's a split hobby lol. I love my Nikon Z6ii

[@nickpadget]

@@alexandremueller6236 I always thought I wanted a Sony A7Siii, but then I found out my hands were too big for it. The Z6ii fits me

[@cohoonatube]

Great review thanks! Just bought my Z6ii last week. Altogether (to my surprise) it was the best all-around solution for me... with the 1.20 fw update! Hoping fw 1.3 or 2.0 gets the AF-C to where it can be! The 24-70 F/4 and 24-200 are phenomenal.

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that! Yep, the Z6II is that all around solid camera for just about everything

[@kristofgheyssens3941]

I am torn between the 24-70 f4, 24-120 f4 and 24-200. I need something in the 100mm range for 45/angled food photography. So the 24-70 will have to be accompanied by a Z 105 macro (very nice) or 100-400 zoom (not recommended). That leaves the 24-120 and 24-200. How is your 24-200 indoors? Fast enough? 6.3 will probably be a no go for DOF.

[@cohoonatube]

@@kristofgheyssens3941 I would highly recommend the 24-120 F4 for you. I plan on procuring one. The pictures I have studied using that lens are stellar. The 24-200 is no slouch either, and good enough that I use my 24-70 F4 very little now. Having the constant aperture at the long end of the 120 would be very helpful for blown backgrounds etc. Even at F4 it's not that fast. The 105 is also an amazing lens, just more limited use as a prime. I'd recommend renting the lenses you are interested in. I've been surprised in the past how much I prefer one lens over another when renting. Better to have an arsenal you love using.

[@kristofgheyssens3941]

@@cohoonatube I'm just a bit afraid I will be missing the 120mm+ range as any other zoom Z 70-200, F 70-300, Z 100-400 is so expensive :(

[@cohoonatube]

@@kristofgheyssens3941 I hear ya! The 24-200 is an outstanding lens, though it does get darker at the long end. I've enjoyed mine thoroughly. You could also consider using the FTX adapter and getting some of the Excellent F-Series glass in the used market.

[@FamilyofTech]

I love my Nikon Z cameras. I’m a super fan of them. I have A1, R5 , Komodo and other cameras as well and all of my B roll shots I end up using my Nikon Z7ii with Zeiss lenses. Those colors are perfect the way they come out straight out of the camera using neutral profile. If you are not a fan of this system, give it a try and you won’t be disappointed. I agree with you a 100% of what you said on this video .

[@learningcameras]

Nice kit hahaha!!! Definitely this is a camera that once you start using it, you start loving it

[@runcmd1419]

Neutral is the GOAT profile.

[@baronsilverton6504]

@@runcmd1419 I am hearing this a lot now - how does neutral compare with flat profile - I am only concerned about video for color grading as I only shoot RAW for stills and don't use picture profiles? Do you color grade the neutral profile or use as is - the flat profile is for grading only obvioulsy.

[@baronsilverton6504]

I am hearing this a lot now - how does neutral compare with flat profile - I am only concerned about video for color grading as I only shoot RAW for stills and don't use picture profiles? Do you color grade the neutral profile or use as is - the flat profile is for grading only obvioulsy.

[@runcmd1419]

@@baronsilverton6504 flat feels similar in saturation but with a shadow push. It can still work for contrasty scenes but I find neutral generally more pleasing

[@rollingshutter5468]

What a Fantastic Review Dan, Man you're killing it 😎. Im still rocking the Nikon Z6 lol

[@BrianDohertyPhotos]

Wow the opening intro looked amazing!

[@danielj8177]

Wow someone who’s not clearly drinking the Sony koolaid masquerading as “unbiased”. Subscribed.

[@Juanroahanda]

Just bought mine, backordered until the end of January

[@ShevillMathers]

A Nikon user since film days, so have quite a collection of bodies and lenses. I bought a Z 6ii two years, had minimal used and not abused in any way-looks brand new. One day I switched it on with one of its S lenses and for some reason it would not focus nor fire the shutter. Worked fine in all manual mode. Contacted Nikon as it was still under warranty. Sent it to Nikon, bad news, parts required for repair not available in Australia, had to come from an offshore manufacturer-but there was a delay of some weeks. Advised today that some new parts had arrived but may have to use the ‘old’ handgrip!, How many parts have failed? To my mind in order to get my project back on track and the customer happy, a new body would have kept me still a Nikon user. Now I am not so sure, and I will never feel confident to use a repaired camera as my number one, without taking an older DSLR D600 as a backup with the extra lenses as the new Z S Lenses only fit the Z cameras. Not a happy camper by a long way.. The camera failed big time, I would love to know how many parts had to be replaced.

[@kuaqimai]

Finally nikon came mirrorless camera, i have an a7r2 using it for landscape it blown me away but as i have several len i want to use my nikon len auto focus on a mirrorless camera

[@manilamartin1001]

Just got mine and it works fine. Upgrading from a d7200

[@learningcameras]

Nice! Great upgrade there

[@dw.imaging]

Love my Z7... Got some spare money from having sold off all my F glass and old F models and thought about using it to buy a second Z body to cary. The Z6ii is on my radar.

[@xray111xxx]

Amazing camera. The gen 2 I would really look at. Give me Sony auto focus, Panasonic mic Preamplifiers and Nikon ergonomics and performance. What? You got the perfect camera.

[@Tricklarock]

If a real time tracking firmware update happens, what would you think? I wanna see what the a74 will offer, but with that update & existing Nikon lenses, z6ii is getting hard not to buy now!

[@priyankardas2668]

Your review is still the best considering this camera is 2 year old and there are a lot of reviews already. I love this camera. Hope to get it someday. Does it shoot full frame video or is there a crop factor?

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that! It is full frame in 4k24 and 4k30 but drops to an APSC 1.5x crop when shooting 4k60

[@WahidFayumzadah]

Also, although sensors apparently are the same. On my original Z6, when shooting bring the exposure up by 3-4 stops in lightroom, you could really see banding in the image / shadows. In the Z6 II and Z7 II this is fixed I believe.

[@heythere6983]

I wonder if that was a software thing? Bc the sensor is essentially the same?

[@jcam783]

First off , your video looks amazing ! Thinking of picking up a Z7 ll , but am now reconsidering and looking at the Z 6 ll instead .

[@learningcameras]

Thanks!!! Honestly, in many ways I think the Z6II is a better buy. The hardware is the same even down to the screen and viewfinder. The only thing that is different is the sensor and basically the same quality with the Z7II just having more pixels. For most things, 24mp is plenty and the lower resolution actually makes for better quality oversampled 4k video as a bonus as well as better low light performance. So unless you NEED the extra resolution, the Z6II is the better choice. The kit with the lens is actually on sale as well: bhpho.to/3mJFQLg

[@adrianvanleeuwen]

Price has dropped significantly in April 2024 in my area so I bought a new Z6ii and sold my Z5. Z5 actually went up in price significantly in 2 years, since I got it then, compared to new ones today, so I lost almost nothing on selling Z5 (around a $100 loss, and tax after 2 years of use), and it was only half the price to upgrade to the Z6ii in the last few days compared to 2 years ago. Probably a sign they are selling off Z6ii stock as Z6iii is coming out or to be announced very soon in the next few weeks, I think by May 2024 (or June) I would guess.

[@nolanwest6831]

Love it. Been looking at Z mouunt as my new camera system. Currently shooting on the MFT system and love it. However, starting to shoot more low-light shots. I have held Sony and Canon cameras but the Nikon's grip felt the best. After 2020 trying to rebuild my nest egg and this is differently first on my list. If you want someone to take care of your Z mount camera send it to me and I'll make sure it has a nice home. thanks for the review.

[@denault3985]

I think the "Z's" are the best-looking and built mirrorless cameras in the category. Sony A7iii is not as well built and Canon R5/6's have a fake (too-colorful) video output. Btw, Dan goes the Z6ii use the full-frame when outputting 60fps over hdmi to a recorder (Ninja V) or crop as in-camera recording. Thanks!

[@learningcameras]

Hey! Think I was able to answer this in another video but the output for 4k60 is still a crop and is limited to 8bit while 4k30 is available in 10bit full frame

[@bestsongs8926]

I just saw this video, bro those shots from the car are insane , maby the best video and pics, i ever saw of a car.

[@learningcameras]

Thanks so much!!! Really means a lot

[@tobyr8555]

Where did you buy cheap CFExpress memory crds? They all seem incredibly expensive in my country (quadruple SD costs)

[@ajilful]

Nice review and Great video shots. What’s the work flow for the couple video shoot, if you 1. 14-24mm lens ? 2. Flat profile, internal 4K? 3. What’s the colour grading theme specifically , teal and orange?

[@fotokahani0]

Thanks for such an awesome review! If you were comparing this one to the SonyA7iii what would you say? I mostly do lots of landscape, astrophotography, and some portraits here and there. Appreciate your help! You gained a subscriber!

[@learningcameras]

Hey! Thanks so much. Sorry for the late reply. I think the Sony has a bit more advanced and mature AF system but otherwise I love the Z6II. For what you are shooting, I think the Z6II would be perfect

[@gbye007]

Beautiful lens that Z 14-24. Thanks for review.

[@Hereforfun441]

We have the z6ii but still go back to the old D810 for certain things.

[@frickseerose6146]

Why?

[@Hereforfun441]

@@frickseerose6146 d810 is a killer portrait and wedding camera and is awesome in low light also in live view the D810 face detection is pretty bloody good for its time and will focus on the eye a good 90% of the time. I also shoot sports with it as well which everyone says it's no good for but I don't spray and pray to hopefully capture something maybe hahaha

[@MIGThePhotographer]

I love my Nikon Z6II , this was an awesome video and pics came out phenomenal! 🔥

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! Thanks

[@steliocreativeg6074]

How did you put the circular filter on your 14-24 f2f.8 at the beginning? Is it a special filter or so?

[@ruff1draft]

Dan just so you know there is a website where you can put Canon 5D Mark 2, Fuji XT1 and Fuji XPro 2 picture profile on any Nikon Camera weather it be Mirroless or DSLR

[@getwetsoon]

It is totally the same Level as the Canon R6, isnt it? And what lense are you having there?

[@andykphoto]

Traded in my D3s for a Z6II kit, which is on its way. I can’t wait!

[@lilnape2604]

Very nice review! Those landscape photos were jaw dropping.

[@hektorianbg]

a little off-topic, could anyone tell me what is the tune used for the sequence with the car? Shazam could not help me, google as well. Thank you

[@anguishkid]

Planning to buy this upgrading from my Nikon D600

[@thimmegowda9005]

Dear sir please tell me manual mode view finder settings. Manual mode Pic not live clearly

[@cody484848]

How does the camera operate shooting landscapes. I primarily shoot landscape and cityscape photography. I currently have the Nikon D780, however, considering a trade-in for the Z6ii. Your thoughts would be appreciated and great video.

[@learningcameras]

Hey! So unfortunately you wouldn't see an image quality upgrade since this is basically the same style sensor from the D780. You would see slightly better AF in live view than what you are used to but that's about it. Most of the upgrades would be for video use. For landscape photography especially, I'd stick with the D780 and wait for a new sensor with better quality before upgrading.

[@flexnsa]

You said “If your a sports or wildlife shooter this isn’t your dream camera”. I do like sports & wildlife so what camera would you recommend?

[@learningcameras]

Right now the Canon R6II is a better option for that or even the Canon R7 if you want something cheaper

[@nathanielcashjr.732]

I remember when the complaint was Sony doesn't have enough lens. Funny how time changes things.

[@learningcameras]

Yep, Sony got in super early with mirrorless cameras. The good news for Nikon is technically they have lenses, you just need to use an adapter for the F mount lenses. But if you absolutely need a 600mm lens, you do have options. With Sony in the early days, there were only 3rd party adapters for lenses from different brands that had either no AF or limited AF so it's a bit less dire for Nikon

[@ExploreTravelCapture]

Dang that behind the scenes gimbal work is fire 😎

[@learningcameras]

Hahaha...rocked it!

[@MegaLeonidovich]

ooppss I missed the video auto focus at 8:48 that you mentioned, nice this is another camera I am considering to buy

[@learningcameras]

Video AF is great! Used it with everything I shot... Holds the eye perfectly and was natural in the car portion

[@MegaLeonidovich]

@@learningcameras awesome good to hear thanks for responding Dan

[@LamphrangR]

Anyone still has the Nikon Z 6ii Firmware V.1.30 ???? I really needed it. As the Frimware v.1.40 is having a problem with the Tamron lenses. The V.1.30 is perfectly fine until the Tamron releases a new Firmware.

[@rebekah3380]

Hello! May be dumb question.. How do I upload photos to a computer from this camera? And what computer would be best for editing family photos? Thank you!!

[@hippopictures]

I'm loving my nikon z6 ii.

[@MegaLeonidovich]

How is the auto focus in video mode on the Nikon Z6ii? is is click style or super smooth like Canon? Thanks Dan

[@learningcameras]

Definitely smooth. I filmed almost every video in late 2019 and early 2020 on the original Z6 with AF and it never missed with video. It was more on the photo side where it struggled to be fast enough for sports/wildlife

[@CLSFilms]

Great job on this review. It was very helpful!!

[@andersglantz980]

Thanks for your demo. I will order my now after a comprison with a Fuji-XT4. I have a Nikon D800 and a Fuji X-Pro2 that very happy with. Boot of them. Just taht i can use all my Nikon Linces that i have since before is just a no brainer. Take care Anders G

[@navneethshenoy]

Hi Dan, Great review! One of my favorite reviewers. Do you recommend or is it worth the hassle using Atmos ninja v with this camera? Does it make that much of a difference in quality/color, I mean 8-bit vs 10-bit?

[@learningcameras]

Really appreciate that! So having 10bit can absolutely make a difference when heavily color grading or shooting log but I find the 8bit internal profile still gives me plenty of room in the standard or flat profile. But if you want to shoot log for the ultimate in dynamic range, the Ninja V would be a good buy

[@andersglantz980]

Have you try it with non z linces? And if, does it work fine? I will order a Nikkor z 24-70 f2.8 as well but there is some delivery problem here in Sweden right now. Again great demo.

[@richardturner81]

Are the improvements also the same for the Z5? Great video by the way 👍🏻

[@AssetStructuring]

Hello Brother please create Ultra Detailed Triple Camera Battle Video on KZbin between Vivo X80 Pro VS Nikon Z6 Mark II VS Nikon Z7 Mark II. Please focus on FilmMaking Camera Battle at day and night. Thank you Brother 🙏

[@HN-nu6ed]

Have you ever tried "interval timer shooting" on the Z6II? My setting is A, auto ISO up to 51200, over 1000 photos. I have a random issue, the first 10 to 20 photos are overexposed then it shows exposure back to normal.

[@bmkq2007]

Dan, i always love to watch your videos and you are one of the few i depend on especially when it comes for Nikon reviews. I am becoming more and more interested in video and would love to own FF mirrorless camera just because of the shallow depth of field and lens selection. from this nikon firmware update does the camera AF hunts for like vlogging or interviews, Can i depend on it for this type of work without hunting? Thanks in advance brother

[@71co0k]

I want a sports capable full-frame and I don't want Canon or Sony, so my options are limited. I wonder if I can find a focus mode in this one that I can make work. 🤔

[@learningcameras]

You want the Nikon Z8!!! Trust me

[@71co0k]

not in my budget, but... yeah I guess so. 🤷🏻‍♂@@learningcameras

[@angumotzfeldt3093]

How is the viewfinder? The big hump on top of the camera?

[@harsham5548]

Brilliant review. Thank you also Love the sound track at @2.14 - cant find it

[@MaximPospelov]

Nice to review, I wonder how it compares to the old Z6 after the recent firmware updates and if its worth the extra 600$.

[@baronsilverton6504]

If you are a portrait/event still shooter it is worth the upgrade as the eye detect is stickier and you can use it on wide area mode as well. Also, you have two card slots and can get a fully functional vertical grip - very useful in portrait photography. If video is your thing probably don't need to upgrade unless you need 4k 60 but remember it has a 1.5 crop. The only other way the Z6II upgraded for video is use of eye detect instead of just face detect, but from what I have seen, for video, face detect is really just as good (or very near as good) so I don't think this would be a reason to upgrade.

[@MaximPospelov]

@@baronsilverton6504 actually I wanted to upgrade from my nikon D5500 and I’m not sure if I should invest the extra 600. But considering I do mostly landscapes, adventure and a little bit of portraits and video as well, I think the z6 will be enough according to what you said :)

[@bydiegopozo]

I didn’t understand what you said about Hi + shooting, I can do really fast with AF-C, 10FPS with 14 bit or 14 fps with 12 bit (without tracking)

[@learningcameras]

So what I said is that once you need tracking, it slows down and if you keep it in Hi+, the viewfinder is only showing you the last frame you took so it's delayed a bit which can make it more difficult to track erratically moving subjects

[@bydiegopozo]

@@learningcameras gotcha, but also, disabling image preview (from last photos) actually decreases blackout times. Automotive photographer here and it’s working like a charm with almost all lenses via FTZ

[@heynow2880]

Hey when you shoot video in the flat profile do you have to overexpose like Sony SLOG3 or can you do perfect exposure for great color grading? Also is the IBIS as good as the GH5?

[@lsstudios2026]

Would you do a Video Grading the Flat profile?

[@vamsikrishna4960]

Planning to buy the Z6 II. Thanks for the review. What lens did you use for the video in the intro? Assuming 35mm f1.8. Thanks

[@learningcameras]

Awesome! Yep, the 35mm F1.8 is the one I use the most, especially with video because 4k60 has a crop. I might use the 50mm more for photos personally

[@Korovilas]

Current Nikon D610 owner. Looking to add some new lenses but don't know if I should just sell everything and start with new Z6ii and the new Z lenses? Thoughts?

[@learningcameras]

Hey! So I'm thinking you should definitely consider it. F mount is officially being discontinued so any lenses / cameras will start to depreciate pretty quickly now. If you are going to add new lenses to the D610, definitely consider buying used since the depreciation will be less. But if you are planning on buying new, I'd definitely use the opportunity to switch to Z mount since that's definitely the future with newer amazing quality lenses.

[@AbhaySharda]

Wait what deck out for RAW??? Do you mean the RAW upgrade for use with an external recorder?

[@learningcameras]

Yes, RAW video upgrade for external recording

[@sunrise_sunshine]

Is it good for brand new beginners, the person who knows nothing about DSLR or MR or Photography except theoretical knowledge??

[@learningcameras]

Nikon cameras are pretty easy to understand compared to some other brands so that is definitely helpful but this is a pretty expensive pro camera for a beginner

[@sunrise_sunshine]

@@learningcameras my concern is I don’t change very frequently so would like to invest FX camera and slowly update the lens, instead of changing body often. Just my view.

[@sunrise_sunshine]

@@learningcameras do you suggest alternatives choice?

[@learningcameras]

@@sunrise_sunshine A Nikon alternative to the Z6II would be the Z5 which is a more basic full frame option: bhpho.to/3de9hkp . Because it is still full frame while you might want to upgrade your camera if you become a more advanced photographer you will not need to update your lenses. Another alternative would be the Canon EOS RP for a cheaper more basic full frame camera

[@sunrise_sunshine]

@@learningcameras thanks so much Dan for suggestion sure I’ll check them out.

[@bevsteezy8761]

Thank you for your knowledge about camera’s!! I appreciate you!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@learningcameras]

Means so much!

[@specter116]

I'm new to all this, something i want to do as a hobby and the most annoying thing was choosing a camera from all the cameras out there. so using the bh comparison on their website i have chosen the xs10 by fuji, the price was right and the specs were right in line with other cameras but now after seeing your review im considering exchanging this for the z6ii...what would you advise someone like me to do?

[@learningcameras]

So the Z6II will cost a bit more in lenses too. I would only go with the Z6II if you are a landscape photographer where that extra dynamic range and a few other features will really make the Z6II shine

[@donaldkelley5785]

Exceptional Video !

[@pakuplue]

Ayy i saw these Ferrari pics in the nikon z Facebook group. Nice to see your video pop up in my recommended.

[@learningcameras]

Awesome! Appreciate that

[@chrisvig123]

Unfortunately the focus issues removed that lineup from Nikon…the Z9 is light years ahead 😀

[@paulhab7267]

Great video and Camera , love your T-shirt are they available to buy thanks paul 😊

[@learningcameras]

Thanks!!! Absolutely! Check out the merch. Appreciate the support and feel free to tag me in it! geni.us/learningcamerasmerch

[@noname16129]

Can you make some review about sirui 50mm t2.9 1.6x full-frame anamorphic lens?

[@stkuj]

I hope Nikon does my go under

[@balajeesrinivasan]

So given the choice, which one you will choose, R6 or Z6ii.

[@learningcameras]

I'd take the R6. It has better autofocus, frame rates, and can shoot 4k60 video in full frame. But it costs $500 more

[@eduardocortes-dv4lo]

I just order it, just wonder how it is going together with the S 24- 70mm 2.8 for weddings?

[@learningcameras]

It's perfect for weddings

[@MrGoodFruit]

I have a lot of fx Nikon lenses that I couldn’t afford to upgrade also. Would you say the ftz adapter would work well with these with the Z6ii? Nikon 14-24 2.8G if-Ed Nikon 24-70mm 2.8 AF-S ED Nikon 24mm pc-e tilt shift

[@learningcameras]

The FTZ adapter will work and gives you full focusing although most of Nikon's older lenses cater more to photo than video so if you shoot video at all, the newer Z lenses will work better. But other than the extra bulk of the adapter, it does work perfectly

[@fernandoguerrero5333]

Hey Dan, nice review. Have you used the battery grip on your Z6II?

[@learningcameras]

Thanks!!! I have not actually

[@Inatwiztvisuals]

I got a art 24-105 sigma lens for Sony but it want fit my Sony a6400 or my Sony a6400 how can I get it to fit love your channel by the way can you help me thanks so much.

[@reubencana]

Great video and is the lens 14-24 F2.8 does it hold 82 mm filters?

[@learningcameras]

Thanks! Not really. It kind of has a plastic front end that's threaded at 82mm but you will see the filter up until about 18mm. Nikon officially doesn't say it works with 82mm filters but I've used them on occasion

[@reubencana]

@@learningcameras Thanks

[@debadri]

Why are your eyes auto focusing to the left?

[@TechieSnake]

What video settings did you keep while shooting the ferrari videos especially interior? Do you keep on manual? What was your autofocus set to?

[@learningcameras]

I did shoot everything manually and my Af was set to the wide mode with continuous AF

[@TechieSnake]

@@learningcameras thanks. So in AF continuous, do you press the focus button continuously while recording ? Because the focus won’t update if you move. For that you need to keep on Autofocus full time mode. Sorry I am new to such cameras and learning about best autofocus settings. I do product reviews, gadget shoots, desk setup etc. mostly indoors. Any tips would be helpful.

[@romanpul]

@@TechieSnake It does update when you use AF-F mode. Only AF-S and AF-C require you to press the AF button

[@TechieSnake]

@@romanpul Thanks. I noticed that after some trials. I thought I missed something. I am totally new to these type of cameras:)

[@patrikkondic83]

I'm looking to switch from Fuji to a Full Frame System but I really can't decide which system to buy in. Tbh i bought a Sigma 35mm f1.4 DG DN for Sony but I'm waiting for the Sony A7IV. My biggest concern are ergonomics because I have huge hands, so sony is probably the wrong option. Nikon could be the best fit since Canon is a really expensive system to buy in. What are your selling points for the nikon system? I'm really wondering

[@learningcameras]

So the latest Nikon cameras are good...just not stunning. The autofocus is not as good as Canon & Nikon nor are the lens options and even video capabilities. Again, not bad just not BETTER than Canon & Nikon right now. Thankfully they usually cost less so that helps justify things