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Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8

Portability
62 Imaging
75 Features
88 Overall
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Nikon Z6 front
 
Nikon Z8 front
Portability
55 Imaging
83 Features
83 Overall
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Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 Key Specs

Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
  • Released August 2018
  • Refreshed by Nikon Z6 II
Nikon Z8
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
  • Released May 2023
Photography Glossary

Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z8, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both are designed by Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and Z8 (46MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The Z6 was unveiled 5 years prior to the Z8 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z6 grades vs the Z8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Nikon Z8

		

		

			
 Z6 Z8 
Display resolution2100k2089kClearer display (+11k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Nikon Z6

		

		

			
 Z8 Z6 
ReleasedMay 2023August 2018Fresher by 57 months
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z8

		

		

			
 Z6 Z8 
Focus manually  Very accurate focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimension3.2"3.20"Identical display measurements
Selfie screen  Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 provides outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Nikon Z8 has dimensions of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Z6 vs the Z8.
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 size comparison
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 and Z8 is 62 and 55 respectively.
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 and Z8.
As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon Z8 to show extra detail having an extra 21MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older Z6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
	
			Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Nikon Z6
Portrait photography with Nikon Z8
85
 you can focus manually
 megapixel count amazing (25 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 comes with face detect focusing
 supports RAW files
89
 has manual focus
 high megapixels (46 megapixels)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 provides face detection focus
 saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison
Nikon Z6 Street photography info
Nikon Z8 Street photography info
78
 tilting screen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 supports RAW files
 provides focus by touch
 weather proof
 good ISO range (51,200)
72
 has a tilting screen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 saves RAW formats
 offers touch focus
 weather proof
 good ISO range (25,600)
 heavier than competitors (910 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Nikon Z6
Sports photography with Nikon Z8
81
 high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count amazing (25MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 comes with tracking focus
 weather proof
 comes with phase detect AF
 not so great battery pack (330 CIPA)
81
 quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
 fast continuous shooting (30.0 frames per second)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 high megapixels (46MP)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 provides tracking autofocus
 weather proof
 sensor has phase detect auto focus
 max shutter speed is low (1/s)
 low battery (330 per charge)
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Travel Comparison
Nikon Z6 Travel photography factors
Nikon Z8 Travel photography factors
66
 weather proof
 connects via bluetooth
 provides focus by touch
 megapixel count amazing (25MP)
 not so great battery pack (330 CIPA)
 display isn't selfie friendly
61
 weather proof
 has bluetooth
 offers touch focus
 high megapixels (46MP)
 low battery (330 CIPA)
 heavier than competitors (910g)
 display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Nikon Z6
Landscape photography with Nikon Z8
81
 you can focus manually
 interchangeable lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 nice screen size (3.2")
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count amazing (25 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 good ISO range (51,200)
 supports RAW files
 weather proof
 not so great battery pack (330 per charge)
84
 has manual focus
 switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 screen is a good size (3.20")
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 high megapixels (46MP)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 good ISO range (25,600)
 saves RAW formats
 weather proof
 has dual storage slots
 low battery (330 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison
 Nikon Z6 as a Vlogging camera
 Nikon Z8 as a Vlogging camera
36
 touch screen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 comes with face detect focusing
 high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
 does have microphone jack
 display isn't selfie friendly
33
 touchscreen functionality
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 provides face detection focus
 high quality video (7680 x 4320 pixels)
 includes external mic jack
 display is not selfie friendly
 heavier than competitors (910 grams)
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Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z8 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z8
 Nikon Z6Nikon Z8
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Z6 Nikon Z8
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2018-08-23 2023-05-10
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
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Sensor type BSI-CMOS Stacked CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixel 46 megapixel
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9
Maximum resolution 6048 x 4024 8256 x 5504
Maximum native ISO 51200 25600
Maximum boosted ISO 204800 102400
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW photos    
Min boosted ISO 50 32
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Touch focus    
Autofocus continuous    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Selective autofocus    
Center weighted autofocus    
Multi area autofocus    
Autofocus live view    
Face detect autofocus    
Contract detect autofocus    
Phase detect autofocus    
Total focus points 273 493
Lens
Lens support Nikon Z Nikon Z
Number of lenses 15 46
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display diagonal 3.2 inches 3.20 inches
Display resolution 2,100 thousand dot 2,089 thousand dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch operation    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dot 3,686 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.8x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 900s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s -
Maximum quiet shutter speed - 1/32000s
Continuous shooting speed 12.0fps 30.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Maximum flash sync 1/200s 1/200s
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 7680x4320
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264, H.265
Mic input    
Headphone input    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB Yes USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 675 grams (1.49 lb) 910 grams (2.01 lb)
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") 144 x 119 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 95 98
DXO Color Depth rating 25.3 26.3
DXO Dynamic range rating 14.3 14.2
DXO Low light rating 3299 2548
Other
Battery life 330 photographs 330 photographs
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL15c
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage XQD card one CFexpress Type B slot and one UHS-II SD slot
Storage slots Single Two
Retail price $1,997 $3,999