Nikon Zf Camera Review

Oh boy have I been looking forward to this one.
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[@christopherfrost]

Seems I had lenses on my mind just a little TOO much when recording the audio...!

[@Telly26]

lol, it’s all good. Great review!

[@ritrattoaziendale]

Definitely 😀

[@theronsan]

The camera is interesting but in my opinion Nikon needs to make more Z-mount lenses in the same style as the camera, and the lenses needs an aperture ring.

[@davidjb9199]

I agree because this camera just begs for a "retro" line of lenses like the 40mm and the 28mm, but to include maybe an 85, or 75 for that matter, and maybe a 105 or 135mm. I also miss the aperture ring as this is my preferred way to control depth of field (don't care for the control dial on the body). What I found out was to set the focusing ring on the lens using a custom function setting as the command interface for the aperture. While there is no local f-stop indication at least the small screen on the top and in the viewfinder show the aperture setting. Better than nothing.

[@karlbratby4349]

Completely agree 🎉

[@kimberleemodel7182]

A retro lens line would be incomplete without a 50 1.8 too, it was the kit lens for soo long.

[@carlosandreviana9448]

get a M42 or L mount adapter. There is a world of lens

[@Cleverconveyence]

2024 will be the year for this camera inshallah

[@SamGrimes93]

I've had my Zf for just over a month and honestly, it's completely removed my desire to look at any other camera. It's a joy to hold, it's reliable, the files are great. I hope to keep it for a very long time!

[@PrototypeSourri]

Same. I've been trying out several Fuji and Leica models after ditching Sony and nothing stuck with me. Now I have the Zf for a few months and it is exactly what I wanted.

[@TalDoBu]

My ZF will arrive this week. Cant be more excited! However, noise beyong 6400 still isnt great, I guess, even though this is one of the best cameras in that department (noise handling). What do you have to say about that?

[@SamGrimes93]

@@TalDoBu I shoot at 12,800 often and it's fine.

[@PrototypeSourri]

@@TalDoBu honestly you won't notice in real life application. Also I mainly use the B&W mode where ISO isn't an issue.

[@pseudoryx9284]

The missing physical joystick is compensated by the return of touchscreen AF control: the screen becomes the "joystick" when you are shooting through viewfinder. You also did not touch on the eye focus acquisition feature for manual focus: the camera automatically detects the eyes to help you confirm focus. You still did a diligent review and probably came in blind to avoid getting influenced by other reviews, but it could be better if you check the manual or Nikon's product release page to make sure these extra features are also getting covered.

[@TCinSoCal]

The implementation of using thumb on LCD as joystick is well done with the Zf.

[@benbunch4159]

I think while the odds of a “black and white emergency’ are low, I do think there’s something to be said for getting yourself in a mindset of whatever mode you are shooting in and physically flipping that is really useful. And the emergency might be getting yourself OUT of black and white when you see something interesting in color. But I think there’s something just inherently cool about going “I am going to shoot black and white today” and flipping that switch. I can’t imagine just switching my film sim mode in the menu in my Fuji having quite the same mental impact for me.

[@nespressoman]

The B&W mode is also great to evaluate the shadows better before shooting in colour.

[@molybdnum]

It does seem like a nice feature to have a one-touch "what if..." button that gives you a preview of what you might do in editing as well. Imagine if you could have a "preview" button that you could throw a pre-configured set of adjustments on (like a JPEG "film recipe").

[@JonesFred070]

@@nespressoman i have never shot in b&w before but it's so easy to flip this that i started to try it when I just didn't like the colors of the scene, and I have a new appreciation of b&w. never would've thought that removing color added so much detail before that

[@MTBD80]

I tried out Monochrome on my Zfc and found that I loved it. It makes me see things differently. The BW switch on the Zf is awesome.

[@AdamAllen]

I made the rare move to pre-purchase a camera (the Zf), and I've been loving every minute of using it. Nikon really dialed things up for the build quality on this one. Thanks for the review!

[@vpr5562]

Rules of buying - you buy always the 3rd revision (even best second hand), after a 4th revision is released.

[@mikeblack_pw]

@@vpr5562the base sensor has been around for about 10 years now. So there is that. The processor is now it it’s 3rd body. As for build quality and craftsmanship… this design has been around for 40 years. It’s a safe purchase lol.

[@TetraTimboman]

They dialed everything in. Including the extra dials! :D

[@bsc001]

@@vpr5562 The Zf is performing at very good levels already, even for a 1st version.

[@stkuj]

Nikon hit it out of the park with the Zf! Def on my radar... among the many other cameras and lenses to buy ;)

[@TCinSoCal]

Picked up a Zf in early November and have been loving it! I made a video about my time shooting it side by side with the X-T5. The metering from the Zf is spectacular. The build feels amazing. AF is on par with X-H2S & A7IV .. we’ve BEEN WAITING for this!! ..I’m enjoying the 40 f2 but would really like Nikon to make some retro/metal lenses to match it. Thank you for this video.

[@bsc001]

Check out Voigtländer 35mm F2, 40mm F1.2, 50mm F2, 50mm F1, 65mm F2, 75mm F1.5, all native Z-mount, they are wonderful when combined with the Zf

[@bluehonour02]

The high ISO performance is kinda impressive. Well done, Nikon!

[@keithanderson6358]

Just bought mine online. It should be here in two days. Can’t wait! I think between this and the Z7III when it comes out will be an amazing duo for me!

[@carlosandreviana9448]

Best camera I ever had. And beautiful

[@russandloz]

I've just got mine today in blue! Also got the smallrig grip to help which I find essential but what a powerhouse!

[@davidjb9199]

I have had my Zf for several months now and it has really displaced my other bodies for general use (Z6II, D500, Df). I also found that because of the weight, the grip is a bit thin, so I added the SmallRig grip, and it makes all the difference. Not sure that will ever come off that body now. The manual focus assist with lenses that have the CPU is a bit of a game changer as it gives you focus point confirmation and the subject detection works as well. I am not aware of any of camera that does that. Honestly, though, I don't understand why everyone insists that we need to have 30 to 40 frames per second and AI-backed autofocus that is infallible in order to shoot sports. I have done so with my Z6II, and I think the Zf will actually do better because the autofocus system seems a cut above to me. I will find out in the next few months. Also, now 24 megapixels is just OK for image quality? Just because more megapixels are available doesn't mean they are required to produce quality images. This notion that the manufacturers put in our heads that more is always better has gotten out of control. But, I guess if the buying public wants to purchase capability they don't really need or are unlikely to ever use, who am I to disagree? Great content as usual.

[@mrdarryljones1]

To be honest, I was able to use my Plena and the ZF to get me some demanding and paid Sports photography shots! Great review! Love your content!

[@NotAnotherChannel_Channel]

Lovely camera. Would look great alongside my Nikon N2000 film camera.

[@samuelsmith6804]

My cameras for professional work are nikon. I have fujifilm cameras for personal projects including X100v, xt1 and full spectrum xe1. Considering selling all my fuji system sparing the xe1 and a couple of lenses particularly suited for IR and purchasing the Zf. I have an FE2 and I inherited my dad's FM2, I love everything about these film cameras, especially the design. I think I want that design in a digital camera in my life.

[@Getoffmycloud53]

For bigger lenses you can use the matched Smallrig grip, which also includes a quick release plate design for Arca style clamps. Other than the retro design and analog controls this is a capable modern camera. I love the BW switch.

[@stevelink3]

Superb review as always, Chris! As a Z8 shooter, I am considering this as a lighter-weight "travel" option when I don't need the Z8 and larger Nikkor lenses. (Was also briefly considering the Fuji X100Vl too, since I have experience with the Fuji X System in the past, but not sure I want to go back to an APS-C sensor, since I sometimes print quite large, and the fact that I can utilize some existing shorter/lighter Nikkor Z lenses with this Zf camera.) Thanks again sir!

[@moustachio334]

I just bought an FM and am happy

[@Beano-m6f]

Cheers for the review, Chris. At the moment I am traveling in Aveiro Portugal, and have my Zf paired with an old AF-D 60mm micro Nikkor. What a blast, absolute fun to shoot with. Using it in full manual mode of course, and the manual eye-detect feature works wonderfully well. For sure an interesting body, makes one want to go out and shoot. Keep up the good work though, always enjoy your reviews.

[@Lektrolind]

The rear LCD works great for adjusting focus point with touch while the eye is on the EVF

[@PiTdeLyX]

Definetly not a Camera for huge lenses or fast Sports action, but the AF is incredible and with the smallrig grip it feels nearly as secure as my Z6 did. I really miss my joystick for switching through multiple faces in a scene, what a bummer... Lovely camera thou, I haven't touched my Z6 ever since i got it. No on, to get a Godox Lux Senior flash to complete the package. Thanks as always for testing. Even thou this is not a benchmark-camera, it performed great and I hope to see many of its features carried over to the Z6 III.

[@mr_cramberry]

It's weird when you think about it. We are now at the mirrorless age of the photography yet we yearn yesteryear single lens reflex (mirrored) cameras. It's kinda sad we never now truly see the frame through our own eyes but through a LCD...

[@MrBlubb80]

All there is to know in 12 minutes! Very impressive! Thanks!

[@pifilos]

The power of habit i guess :D So used to get loaned lenses and not cameras. Cheers for the video Christopher.

[@stavros.fourfourianakis]

No AF joystick, but is the first Nikon Mirrorless camera that you can use the LCD Screen to move the AF points.

[@RandumbTech]

And the D pad is dedicated to moving focus point.

[@DSG0805]

The 3d tracking works so well I dont even bother moving the focus point just use center, lock and hold for focusing, then compose

[@closeshot7161]

There are several Arca plates with a larger grip available now (e.g. smallrig - $39 USD @ B&H).

[@nespressoman]

Lovely review, thank you. I hope a company makes a great grip for this, I dislike the SmallRig one.

[@HH60gPaveHawk]

I’ve loved my Neewer one, it’s miles better than the small rig I had. It also makes it look a bit more F3 like, which makes total sense given the larger size vice an FM/FE

[@nespressoman]

@@HH60gPaveHawk What do you like about the Neewer, please?

[@berniestang2616]

Love the Zf !!!! Im in love ❤

[@bunnytobin]

Haha, I'm having a black and white emergency!!!

[@__Lento__]

really nice to see more cameras that are pleasant to look at instead of just being shapeless blobs

[@michaelappleyard6300]

You maybe could have mentioned the optional grip extension which is designed for, and supplied via, Nikon for the Zf. It should remove one of your main criticisms.

[@IliasKoureas]

Yes but that way it becomes bulkier. Also anyone who wants to get this camera knows about the optional grip. I think its fair to state an opinion of the original form of the camera

[@Wesley-gy2uu]

Nice video. Based on a few hints in this review I'm sensing a review of a certain Nikon portrait lens upcoming, and as an owner of that lens I'm very excited!

[@slr7075]

I hope they make a silver version to match my silver Df.

[@andreigheorghe2709]

Awesome, finally a more budget friendly capable camera from Nikon, too bad they came out with this first instead of the Nikon z6 III. But, maybe their studies show there are more people into these kind of retro looking cameras, to the loss of body hand-holdability, especially when using bigger, heavier lenses, and so decided this would be better. However, I did notice you said you Thank Nikon UK for lending you this "lens".

[@loitruong4821]

i don’t blame them. I would be surprised if they didn’t release this to test the waters and see how Expeed 7 works with consumer models (currently the only other models with Expeed 7 are Z8 and Z9 and they’re both stacked sensor)

[@hedydd2]

There’a already a Smallrig grip option for this camera at reasonable money and I would consider it an almost essential accessory along with an extra battery.

[@striderwhiston9897]

I wonder if we'll ever be lucky enough to get a Nikon Z500 or some other sort of mirrorless D500 equivalent! Also, a suggestion, it might be a good idea to test noise levels in RAW in future reviews so we can see the general low-light capabilities without the in-camera denoise!

[@bunnyjumb]

Love Nikon ❤️❤️❤️

[@gtsibos]

Waiting for Nikon 85mm 1.2s review especially for portraits! Thank you!

[@karlbratby4349]

Had my zf for 2 days, it’s nice to look at but an ergonomic disaster for anyone that wants to use as a pro tool to use at speed. Even if add a hand grip the lack of thumb stop on the back still makes its slippy. Af-on button is in a bad place for left eye shooters and lack of custom button options makes using a bit of a pain and defo not one handed. Compared to Fuji it’s not very well thought out especially with no matching lenses with aperture rings. Screen release at the top of the screen is annoying, bottom would be far far better. EVF is nice though, and holds together well on 100% mangnifictaion and manual focus compared to the Fuji xt5/xh2. Overall though it’s a great looking toy, has some great features and af is great but needs work to make it a real workhorse tool and not just a retro toy. Mine will be returned sadly 😢

[@SamGrimes93]

Tell us where you're returning it to, I'm thinking of picking up a second one!

[@karlbratby4349]

@@davidgfisher really,

[@bigd7696]

I see a small group of people buy a camera, and after knowing exactly what it was designed for, only to complain about what was obvious to everyone. And then to come online stating all of the above and proclaiming they are returning it! What gratification does one get by doing this? I'm a hobby photographer, have never even seen this camera in person, and somehow know it isn't the best tool for pro sport shooting.

[@karlbratby4349]

@@bigd7696 who mentioned sports photography? Not I.

[@miklosnemeth8566]

Huh that left protruding only screen is a big nono to me, why the heck wasn't it made tilting or dual hinged, like Panasonic GH7 or Sony A7RV or Fujifilm X-T5 and many other premium priced cameras?

[@natedagreat90]

I just hold the bottom of the lens when shooting to stabilize i barely use the grip as long as you have a camera strap the small grip on bigger lenses isnt an issue for me

[@doogieham]

Nice review, Christopher! Did you try it out with any other lenses besides the 85/1.2? BTW, the images are gorgeous with that lens although the 85/1.8 seems like a better match for the size and shape of the Zf.

[@FT__Photography_____-dh8he]

That's a nice Nikon Fuji XT

[@simontrezise8495]

Thanks for a brilliant review, as ever. Did you have any issues reconciling the PASM dial setting to the external dials for shutter speed and ISO? Did you miss having an aperture ring on the lenses, Fuji style? And were you inconvencienced by the lack of auto on the ISO dial?

[@Jack-qn6vy]

I recommend setting the video button to ISO, and setting the ISO dial to C when wanting auto ISO. You must go through the added step of pressing the video button to select auto ISO, but there are advantages: if you are in manual ISO mode you can go ahead and use the physical ISO dial to select (and physically see) ISO. When switching to auto ISO, you get used to putting the dial on C and then pressing the video button to go to auto ISO. this way, when in auto you never get “fooled” by the dial, and when in manual, you never get fooled by having an ISO set electronically in the camera, but rather with the dial.

[@randombrain4176]

The ZF 🔥

[@pnwtim503]

If only Nikon could figure out their auto white balance and skin tones. Always on the warm/yellow side, and always needs adjusting.

[@carlosandreviana9448]

no problem here

[@EST84x]

NX studios has some annoying auto settings. I don't think you can turn off the distortion corrections there either.

[@peterwilliams3246]

The thinking here defeats me as some of the dials become redundant, depending on which mode your in, and leads on to me asking questions…. Why not a dial for aperture with exposure compensation as a sub-dial Why not dump the MASPA lever and provide an auto position on the dials to set auto aperture / auto shutter / auto ISO Why the thumb/finger dials Why not a sub lever to control the maximum ISO Why doesn’t the body have a hand grip and provide card access like a Z7 Why no joy stick for the AF This camera could have been so much more for anyone wanting KISS, but there you go

[@ejb_92]

Will Canon ever do a retro style digital camera?

[@thedarkslide]

One can argue that all Canon cameras ARE retro style, as their design language is essentially still the same as the Luigi Colani design language introduced for the original EOS line-up in the early 1990s.

[@07SATS]

@christopherfrost Once again Fantastic review Chris! BTW which lens did you use while testing this camera? Cheers!

[@kimberleemodel7182]

I would be more into the Zf if the f2z adapter had a feeler ring for AI and AIS aperture rings.

[@victorlim5077]

Great review. I see the 85mm 1.2 S lens review on the horizon. 😅

[@Montekos86]

great review as always , thank you very much . would you answer my question if its not big burden for you ? im really struggling to decide if i have to upgrade form zfc to zf , im not profecional obviously but i do wnat good results , and as i m living in very north cold and dark country i do feel bothrerd some times of the noice as i have to go to 6400 or even 12800 as its mostly dark and cloudy here. so would i see so much diffrence in the files cause of the bigger sensor and ibis or should i just invest on faster lenses?thank you .

[@amateurphoto5897]

Hi , thanks for the review ! What lens did you use for IQ test ? Thanks

[@Telly26]

Image quality wise is there much of a difference in this camera compared to Nikon Z fc (stills and in 4k 24fps). There's definitely more features in the Zf, I was just wondering of the image quality in the aforementioned categories.

[@3xtraspicy]

Nikon Zf or Z6 iii?

[@tanlong.275]

What about its video quality, thank you !

[@HappyHands.]

reminds me of my little EM

[@edcAdventures.]

Greetings! Would you recommend this camera for non professional photographers? Also is there a good amount of lenses to use this with or it is limited? Thanks!

[@GungKrisna12]

With Nikon releasing a full-frame retro-styled camera, should Fujifilm be worried about this? And for the unique dual card slot (SD-microSD), I think the microSD slot is meant for JPEG-only backup that stays in the camera for as long as possible

[@FawfulDied]

IMO-no. Nikon doesn't make lenses that cater to the Zf and Zfc's control scheme (no clicks on their lenses' control rings, for example).

[@livejames9374]

Was that a hint that the 85 1.2 review is on the way.

[@Charles-ot2yf]

Appreciate the quality content!

[@thekeytoairpower]

1:02 Lens?

[@Jawad.1]

04:15 It seems that the review of the *Nikon Z 85mm F/1.2 S* is nearly imminent...!

[@jhmediaworks132]

he said thanks for loaning me this "lense"

[@JittikMieger]

Now Nikon needs to put out some classic looking lenses, because adding a modern looking Nikon lens to this camera is blasphemy in my book. I wouldn't mind Nikon releasing a B&W version only of this camera, without the Bayer filter and ditching the video function. That would be an instant buy for me!

[@jukeboxjohnnie]

needs to be 45mp 😞

[@michaelwhiles5282]

Lens for testing ????

[@drr5117]

Can you recommend an E-mount to Z-mount adapter? And is it worth getting?

[@bsc001]

Megadapt ETZ21, and yes, it works very well on the Zf.

[@drr5117]

@@bsc001 Thank you. Glad to hear that. I still have some good Sony lenses.

[@bsc001]

@@drr5117 You’re welcome, Mate. No need to let good glass go to waste :) Enjoy!

[@k1k13004]

So the sensor is exposed when the lens is not mounted?

[@k1k13004]

@@djstuc there is this new option for a reason. Canon r5, Nikon z8-9 and others. If you have no issues, it doesn't mean that this option is useless. I had this problem with my xt3. It's like saying "I shot 5 years with only 1 sd card slot , no issues. No need for a double slot". Nonsense :)

[@stefan_becker]

Yes, and you can get dust on the sensor. The automatic sensor cleaning is not perfect.

[@stefan_becker]

@@djstuc Yes, I blew it off the sensor of the Zf. But by comparison I haven't seen a dust particle on my Sony Alpha 1 or Sony A7rV yet and own these cameras much longer than my Nikon Zf.

[@k1k13004]

@@djstuc didnt mean to be rude but it's just proven that it's a game changer. What's bothering Nikon to put it on the Zf? The curtain has just to programmed to be closed. Or you just prefer to be open? It's like the option to lock your door or let it open. If you can avoid problems with a really simple technology so why not? You don't really Autofocus I guess. I mean a lot of good photographers were taken without it.

[@k1k13004]

@@djstuc no dude. AF is another thing that can fail and break :)

[@mbismbismb]

Not complaining about the irritating micro hdmi port? If it is Canon it wouldnt be the case

[@carlosandreviana9448]

LOL. Get a Canon like the Zf then

[@mbismbismb]

@@carlosandreviana9448 mehhhh not everyone wants a ZF hahahaha

[@tielmaster7879]

What. Why is it more expensive in the uk?

[@davidneto6368]

You say the ‘loaning me this lens’ spiel so many times, that you committed a faux pas when introducing this camera (:

[@RonaldGonzalez-l9h]

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[@exert2020]

👍

[@audamus6452]

I think it still feels a bit cheap and not at all like an old retro camera. And it has no joystick, that's a deal-breaker for me at this price point.

[@dragonraopen2604]

3000$ Huh

[@MobaBuabtd-hv5wz]

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[@JaySilva88]

At 1:02 you say lens instead of camera. Habits die hard! ahah

[@Mamo878]

Dude needs to learn how to juggle.

[@henkvrieling9586]

Unnecessary annoying music

[@reflux043]

Unnecessary annoying comment!

[@I3lueworks]

I have found that with heavier or larger lenses I support all of the weight with my left hand on the lens and it is actually more comfortable than when I support all of the weight with my right hand while using smaller lenses.

[@Durio_zibethinus]

They said it's lack of grip, in reality it's just has to be handled differently.

[@MTBD80]

I run big heavy telephotos on my Zfc and it's a non issue as you handle the kit via the lens.

[@fjphoto23]

It's an under-reported feature - eye focus tracking in manual focus mode.

[@EvilTeddie23]

Yeah, put the amazing Voigtlander APO lenses on it and be amazed how fast and accurate MF becomes!

[@Liljoozy]

How do you activate this?

[@thenorth9159]

just wish Nikon would release a silver version of ZF in the near future

[@Cleverconveyence]

I feel in my bones they never will

[@thenorth9159]

@@Cleverconveyence after the insanly success of fuji x100iv silver, some of my hope has came back 😆

[@GordoFriman]

they will. the zf-c silver edition was released a bit after if i remember well

[@cristianblazquez7930]

I have a Nikon ZF, I'm in love with it. Purchase one of this is one of the best decisions I've ever made. Good review!

[@landyshserebristyy2493]

A completely useless camera, there are no innovations or new convenient functions; the body is completely unsuitable ergonomically. Nikon - you released garbage!

[@cristianblazquez7930]

​@@landyshserebristyy2493It is obvious that you have not had the camera in your hands and that you have not tested it. I'm talking from my experience, you're just talking about opinions you've seen on the internet.

[@bsc001]

@@landyshserebristyy2493 You forgot to add ‘IMHO’ - there are many out there that are having lots of fun with this retro-styled body. My Z9 is my workhorse, but I enjoy using the Zf a lot more, it puts me in the scene, as opposed to taking photos from a distance. Horses for courses.

[@jpdj2715]

Sharpening - when you use SOOC JPEG, in the raw processing, the camera uses a Picture Control. In it you will find "Quick Sharpening" and "Sharpening", "Mid-range sharpening", "Clarity". And then Contrast, Brightness, Saturation, Hue (and more). You can create your own variant, save it to card and load it up to another camera. Also, in NX Studio you have access to the Picture Controls and here you can create and modify them too. The ones you use in NX Studio should be compatible with the Picture Control files in the camera.

[@LarsSteenhoff]

I wished the Picture control allowed individual RGB curves, right now they seem all together ( just contrast )

[@jpdj2715]

@@LarsSteenhoff - a lot is possible if you work with all this together: Picture Controls allow you to set Effect Level, Sharpening (Quick at high level or detailed Sharpening & Mid-range sharpening & Clarity), Contrast, Brightness, Saturation, Hue, and Toning in "Creative Picture Control" variants, plus Toning and Filter Effects (Y,O,R,G) in Monochrome variants. White Balance (warm..cold) and Tone (magenta..green) are outside the Picture Controls but are where your influence over colour starts. In the Picture Controls you can throw Hue and Saturation, plus Toning, into the mix. Also outside picture controls: - "Active D-Lighting" that does dynamic compression of subject contrast too high for JPEG. - Noise reduction - Vignette control - Diffraction and Distortion controls - Flicker reduction And look in the Picture Control panel in NX Studio where you may find film emulations. I never tried but you might be able to export these into a Picture Control file that your camera can import, so hopefully you then can apply that profile to your SOOC JPEGs.

[@AndreiDimaReviews]

Nice review! I love the Nikon ZF, I think Nikon made a good decision to release a full frame retro looking camera.

[@daveinportland]

Always one of my favorite creators of content. God bless you and yours sir.

[@KK-fi6ms]

Can't believe there is no silver / chrome version. [facepalm]

[@weiyang6417]

This is my main camera now. Such a joy to shoot manually. Unless Nikon releases a rangefinder version, it probably won't ever be replaced. Though I'd might be tempted to keep both!

[@STERNWAERTS]

can't understand why they would put out an additional 6 body colours that don't even work on a retro style camera, really, and not offer a classic silver-black one. apart from that, an interesting camera, pretty much right up my street, but i'm already with fuji, and i don't want such a heavy thing as the Zf, to be honest. plus the nikon lenses look hideous, fuji does a far better job there.

[@StellarPhotography]

Absolutely.

[@What_Other_Hobbies]

Preordered at launch, and I have been loving this camera. For landscape, product, astro, however, I'd still use my D850. Zf is a great walk around camera.

[@Johnatlanticism]

Recently got this camera about a month after finally getting a Fuji X100V. Easy to say, I have barely touched the X100V since. Despite the size, I still want to carry the ZF with me everywhere I go. It's truly a dream camera come true. Retro full frame that is a power house on the inside. What more can you ask for? Bravo Nikon, bravo.

[@a.b.c.d.e]

put the sensor of the Z7II into a ZfII and I'm thinking to convert too...

[@bsc001]

@@a.b.c.d.e The 45MP sensor will be more challenging to get sharp photos in fast, action, street-photography. The 24MP sensor a lot more forgiving. High-resolution cameras more suited for the pro arena, just IMHO.

[@a.b.c.d.e]

@@bsc001 not sure what you mean - just that it's more challenging to get it pixel-perfect because each pixel is smaller hence shake would be visible when thus zoomed further in? That should be addressable by IBIS and/or 1 step faster shutter?

[@bsc001]

@@a.b.c.d.e Yes, smaller pixels requires more precision, I.e. less shake, faster shutter, et al. Just a bit easier taking sharp photos with a lower resolution FF sensor, such as a 24.5MP, as opposed to a 45MP. A higher resolution sensor will show bad photography up a bit quicker. No issues if you’re a Pro though.

[@a.b.c.d.e]

@@bsc001 no pro, I just love this ability to zoom into a photo of something I photographed and find seemingly infinite details I never knew were there when I took it. Currently at 26MP APS-C; I know the Zf is better, but I can probably not sell the price of changing the system under 45MP to myself. Well unless Nikon were to issue a VR180 capable dual fisheye like Canon has...

[@loltimno]

It really really is a lovely camera to use.

[@iainm1594]

This camera is such a let down. I love Nikon and my first camera was an FE followed by an FE2. However, the ZF just doesn't work without the aperture ring on the lenses. I have always shot in aperture priority as for my use case I like to control the depth of field. Without the aperture ring on the lenses the other dials are superfluous and just wouldn't get used. It just makes it pointless. For my use case though I'd prefer to buy a Sony camera which has lots of lenses with aperture rings, or Fuji (if I wanted APSC) for the same reason, manual aperture rings. If Nikon could bring out a bunch of prime lenses in the style of the old manual AI(S) Nikon lenses then I'd be really tempted with this camera, otherwise it would be a waste for me. The lack of grip is fine for me and those complaining about this don't understand how to hold a camera from the film era because they aren't used to it. The left hand extends under the camera to hold the lens and the right hand on the camera body to press the shutter.

[@karlbratby4349]

Agree 👍 however on our film cameras it was just 3 things to adjust now with digital it’s button controls and what makes the zf fail for me is these buttons are just an mis match. Lots to like but ergonomics are not so great for pro prolonged use. I’m not a hobbyist like many of the comments of how much they love this camera, they should try holding it for hours on end and see how sore the fingers get, it’s slippy and heavy and the grip gets in the way of the front dial and whilst it gives purchase on the front to a degree the lack of thumb stub means your holding with four fingers which eventually become sore. Nice try Nikon but needs work unless people just want a great looking toy to shoot a few pics

[@carlosandreviana9448]

no let down here. There is a world of lens with aperture ring out there

[@slr7075]

I'm still holding onto my Df for this reason. It pairs nicely with all of Nikon's legacy lenses.

[@iainm1594]

@@carlosandreviana9448 Not Z mount full frame with autofocus there aren't. Nikon have none and third party are all manual focus or adapted. Nikon F are all adapted and manual focus. If you can find otherwise then please name some of them.

[@carlosandreviana9448]

@@iainm1594 viltrox is going to launch a lot of auto focus lenses. You can use any Sony/Sigma lenses with the etz adapter. Also you can use M lenses with the Techart adapter

[@bionic4368]

How very Fuji is that camera?

[@JamesAllen-c8v]

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[@tamsaiming2003]

No joystick 😂

[@YoutuberJeremy]

I wish nikon had a 16mm 1.8 z lens that matched so we could get wider on the zfc