The best Nikon Z8 review on youtube!

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@TechThroughTheLens 3 ай бұрын

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@AsuquoTravelsProductions 5 ай бұрын

I watched your video and you said the Z 8 autofocus was not up to par so my question to you is what was your autofocus settings? Did you select AFC or AFF in video mode? What lens was your AF testing done with and were you in Auto or People AF?. I own and use the Z 8 for a lot of my clients work and I have not had any issues with the autofocus even in lowlight and so it’s surprising to watch you say it was bad.

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

I tried everything. I did an entire day of prep just to get the auto focus to work. because I wanted to shoot large chunks of the production on a shoulder mount and just rely on auto focus. but for proffesional stuff where autofocus has to be perfect it often missed in video.

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

also I used the 24-70 z series lens. and they gave me a few primes aswell. I tried a bunch of different settings but when it comes down to doing complex moves I didn’t feel confident

@AsuquoTravelsProductions 5 ай бұрын

@@TechThroughTheLens Ok. But at what autofocus mode was the camera on? Because on Nikon if you want continuous autofocus you have to set the camera to AFF (Autofocus Full-time) and not AFC. You only use AFC when you are in Photo mode.

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

I don't recall because this was almost 2 month ago now. But i see you point. and this comment has given me a really good reason to make a follow up video on the z8 . So look out for that one. I added you on instagram. and ill keep you posted onthe next nikon adventure

@AsuquoTravelsProductions 5 ай бұрын

@@TechThroughTheLens Cool. I will be looking forward to the follow up video.

@2365Films 5 ай бұрын

LITERALLY, the BEST NIKON REVIEW I have seen thus far! Seriously looking at THIS Z8 camera now. WELL DONE, SUBSCRIBED!

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

thankyou so much for saying that. It’s a beast of a cameras! like sheeesshhhhh!

@dagugstsdu 4 ай бұрын

9:24 The color shift and noise in the blacks Josh Sattin dicovered occours in simple 4k, not in 8k downsampled to 4k (downsampling reduces issues)

@TechThroughTheLens 4 ай бұрын

I could have worn it was in the downsample aswell. thnx for letting me know

@dagugstsdu 4 ай бұрын

@@TechThroughTheLens gonna check it out myself next week 😎

@bailey.nt86 5 ай бұрын

Just a tip on nikons wireless mode. At least this worked for me, and i have 0 issues now. Network menu; Connect to smart device; on Wifi connection; Wifi connection settings; Authentication/encryption; Select "open" Then save Since i switched to doing it this way, i have never lost the wifi connection while i was in range. Also in you phone (for my purpose samsung) when i connect i have to pick the option to stay connect even without internet. If i didnt do that it would work for a few moments and then perish. Yes, i know this way anyone nearby can connect to your camera without a password. But this is by far way better than anything else i have tried.

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

That is a really good tip. For the next one I definitely will keep this in mind. Other people connecting to the camera is not an issue . Thankyou for the tip

@KofiYeboah 5 ай бұрын

Nikon has a few sleepers on hand, looks great 🫡🫡🫡

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

nikon is gonna be a way bigger in a year or so. z6 mk ii and z8 are kinda incredible. And once they drop the z7iii its honestly game over!

@hoomanzahedii 5 ай бұрын

I watched 100 of junk videos, and people with horrible content Review Nikon z8 and I had no idea about what actually the footage can look like But that was best video I ever watched thanks to KZbin I saw your video in my feed, I have to tell that if you play with settings autofocus will be fine! Looking forward to see more from Z8 videography

@TechThroughTheLens 4 ай бұрын

Thankyou so much. this comment really made my day! more to share!

@petersuvara Ай бұрын

Amazing analysis! Thank you. Use the normal quality settings for NRAW instead of high quality. Much smaller file sizes but little loss in quality.

@TechThroughTheLens Ай бұрын

Yup definitely the way to go!

@EnlargeVisionFilmsLtd. 5 ай бұрын

Hey, man! Great Job! It's my pleasure to be on the boat.👍👍👍

@TechThroughTheLens 4 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@DavidLuke-su2kp 5 ай бұрын

How does it do for nighttime filming in really low light? Is it as good as a Sony FX3?

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

Sadly no, Nothing else is as good as the fx3 . For the kind of camera this is I would say its about being able to shoot in dim lightning and get a clean image. Because 4000 iso in raw is really attractive and the image holds up really well and thats what i think is really attractive. But if you want a pure iso camera the fx3/ a7siii is better

@apocryphal_man 3 ай бұрын

Great video. Just to be that guy: red light has a longer wavelength than the other visible colors. You probably meant energy (higher wavelength => lower power).

@TechThroughTheLens 2 ай бұрын

I actually thought it was the other way around. well i learned something new

@V7StudioProduction 5 ай бұрын

Great video man!❤

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

Thankyou much appreciated. I was very nervous to see the response to this video

@SamueleApperti 5 ай бұрын

Let’s hope the we get Red 3D raw compression in the Z8!!! Did you set the Raw video quality on “Normal” ? You can save half of the card space without losses in quality

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

That would be amazing but I doubt they can back update the z8 it to have r3d. I set it to the highest on day 1 and then normal on day 2 and 3. I figured the horse stuff needed all the bandwidth it could get

@SamueleApperti 5 ай бұрын

@@TechThroughTheLens it would be amazing… I would pay 300/500€ for that update

@777PVM 2 ай бұрын

Hi, and thank you for this video. I am looking to buy my first mirrorless camera, and I had my eye on a Nikon Z8 for video and a bit for photography. But I am not sure yet; I am still between Z8-Sony A7 IV or FX 3. I kind of hate that Fxe only shoots 4K and no 6K or 8K. I like to be able to crop when needed in post, but the cinematic image and the low light performance on Fx3 is amazing. Also, Fx3 and A7 IV are old, and new ones might come out soon. Can you help me with advice to be able to decide? Everyone I know says Nikon is bad in video and I should go for Sony, but your video about Nikon is very nice, and I consider getting it. I would really appreciate it if you could answer me to this. I am so confused.

@TechThroughTheLens 2 ай бұрын

The nikon z8 destroys the fx3 and a7Iv in terms of specs such as resolution/ codec. The benefit of the fx3 is that its made like a cinema camera with video shooters in mind but the z8 is a hybrid camera. and the z8 autofocus isnt amazing. I would get the z8 if you plan on using it with cinema lenses and use it like a pro video camera. but if you wanna use autofocus or don't think you will need raw video or prores. Then the fx3 would be a better fit. The a7IV is also a great video camera because it downsampled its 4k from 7k. but thats the only thing i like about it. And there is most likely an updated a7V in the spring or summer or 2025

@777PVM 2 ай бұрын

@ hi and thank you for your time to answer me. It brought me clarity, so thanks again. Can’t wait for the next video.

@edubb786 5 ай бұрын

Very helpful videos! What camera would you suggest for taking pictures and a little video of plants/bonsai ? Thanks for any help!

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words. It depends entirely on your budget. But you could get something really easy and affordable like the zve10 or a canon r50 . These are beginner cameras and easy to use. If you are serious about doing macro or super close up details of the plants you should look into macro lenses aswell

@edubb786 5 ай бұрын

@@TechThroughTheLens thanks for your response! I would say right around that $500 area. And good affordable lenses you recommend? I’ve been watching a lot of your vids on the t7, r50 and r100 . I’m not going to be taking a lot of action shots or high action vids. More single portrait / scenery shots and real subtle videos.

@mathiaserichsen8177 Ай бұрын

Thanks for a great video ❤ I’m wondering if you think the autofocus and ibis on the Z8 is close to A7S III (FX3)? I’ve shot A7S III for some years now but need more resolution and think the Z8 look enticing…

@TechThroughTheLens Ай бұрын

Autofocus is definitely not as good. Ibis is maybe about the same.

@rlphotopro 10 күн бұрын

Actually I'm thinking about the same. So maybe a FX3 is better for me or a A1 (1. gen) maybe? 😅

@mathiaserichsen8177 10 күн бұрын

@@rlphotopro I bought the A1 II, but will probably sell it once Nikon gets better autofocus 😅

@joshkiddfilms1295 4 ай бұрын

This is rad. Well done

@TechThroughTheLens 4 ай бұрын

Thankyou means alot. More to come

@danielvilliers612 5 ай бұрын

Great job, but having used the Sony system and Nikon, my guess about the autofocus is that it takes time to learn, for example itbis not the best when you sometime underexpose or depends on the lens.

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

I think there definitely a learning curve but it’s just not as accurate. and I’ve confirmed with other nikon shooters

@marcushillerstrom25 5 ай бұрын

What is the cheapest point and shoot type of camera you can get as a beginner and still get a reasonably good camera? I feel like there is nothing below 500$ but that is a lot of money for something I just want to bring on my hikes to get some nice nature photos. And if I’m looking at used cameras, I don’t know what specific models to look for

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

I would pick up either a dji pocket osmo 3 or look into a used zve10 or canon r50. Hope this helps. Camera under 500$ isnt really a thing anymore unless you buy used. And until recently most used cameas were OLD as heck and were not worth buying

@paak316 5 ай бұрын

Dope review. 🫡

@JacobLuevano 4 ай бұрын

As a dedicated Nikon shooter for over 10 years I love Nikon for its photo image, but for some reason, I still don't like the video quality. The specs are great, but the image that comes out is underwhelming. I'll be sticking to my Panasonic equipment for all my video work.

@TechThroughTheLens 2 ай бұрын

Try the new Nlog to rec709 conversion. It absolutely changes the game

@INDExpedition 5 ай бұрын

Is z8 video quality is better than LUMIX s5 m2 ?

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

depends on what you mean by "quality". The z8 has a higher resolution, better codec and faster frame rates. It basically does more than the s5 iix . But the s5iix can shoot open gate which is technically better for anamorphic and social media. SO each camera has its ups and down.

@jonathanamponsah9347 5 ай бұрын

Nikon z8 or z6iii for concerts and club videography?

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

Both would be great. The z8 is way more expensive but has a high megapixel senso which is a great tool for reframing. But both should give you excellent image quality and fast speeds. So whatever fits you budget

@alexdmitriiev 5 ай бұрын

What I can tell, almost nobody knows, how to work with Z8 NRAW footage, actually nobody knows on youtube, even at Nikon, I guess, have no clue, how to properly edit it in Davinci. The latitude and color softness of z8 footage is much higher than you showed. I can prove it.

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

I don’t claim to be an expert . I’m just coming at it from the view point of someone who would use this on a project. and this is just how my experience was . you most likely are correct. i think the community would love to hear your take

@sanadakhumanthem3557 5 ай бұрын

Please do a proper tutorial on handling NRAW files

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

there are alot of tutorials already on youtube. But i would love to see alex's take on it

@GisheMag Ай бұрын

Z8 OR A7R V ?

@TechThroughTheLens Ай бұрын

1000% z8 if i was using PL lenses. A7rv if i was using sony native lenses

@GisheMag Ай бұрын

@ Ty❤️

@contentm3893 Ай бұрын

The Z8 and Z9 seem to have something going on with skin tones and a lack of vibrance in skin tones. Skin tones that should be punchy look painted on.

@TechThroughTheLens Ай бұрын

I have personally have not felt the same but i can appreciate your point.

@sanadakhumanthem3557 5 ай бұрын

Z8 or r5ii?

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

i think the nikon z8 because the biggest issue everyone has had is the canon video codec is a nightmare to deal with. But if you are doing photos the r5 is probabaly the better bet. But i know plenty of nikon shooters who prefer the z8 over anything canon. So it depends on you for photos. But for videos the z8 is wayyy better

@sanadakhumanthem3557 5 ай бұрын

@@TechThroughTheLens yeah I have R5 ATM, codec is very pain even on my max out 13900k 128GB PC

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

Yah ive had the same experiences. I really wanted an r5c for a while but the codec is such a hassle. Also the z8 holds shadows way better than the r5 mk I with alot less noise or color shifting

@TechThroughTheLens 5 ай бұрын

Also canon made an announcement saying the r5 mk ii and r1 are going to be in short supply in the coming months due to a parts shortage. So it might taken 2 months or more to get one depending on where you live

@ScottGoedkoop-g1o 5 ай бұрын

@@TechThroughTheLens the R5C's codecs are actually really good. The r5 ii's are shit. Look for Josh Satin's comparisons. The R5C is quite a lot cleaner in the shadows than the Z8. The Canon cinema cameras do a really great job.