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Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9

Portability
55 Imaging
83 Features
83 Overall
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Nikon Z8 front
 
Nikon Z9 front
Portability
51 Imaging
81 Features
90 Overall
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Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 Key Specs

Nikon Z8
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
  • Launched May 2023
Nikon Z9
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
  • Announced October 2021
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Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon Z8 versus Nikon Z9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the Z8 (46MP) and the Z9 (46MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The Z8 was released 19 months later than the Z9 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z8 grades vs the Z9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Nikon Z9

		

		

			
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Nikon Z8

		

		

			
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Common features in the Nikon Z8 and Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Z8 Z9 
Focus manually  Dial precise focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimensions3.20"3.2"Equal screen size
Screen resolution2089k2089kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen  Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z8 has got external 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) whilst the Nikon Z9 has dimensions of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z8 versus Nikon Z9 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z8 and the Z9.
Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 size comparison
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z8 and Z9 is 55 and 51 respectively.
Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z8 and Z9.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you will need to consider the age  of the products into consideration. The younger Z8 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
	
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Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Nikon Z8 Portrait photography features
Nikon Z9 Portrait photography features
89
 you can focus manually
 MP count amazing (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 features face detect focus
 saves RAW files
88
 you can focus manually
 excellent MP (46 megapixels)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 has face detection focusing
 supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison
 Nikon Z8 as a Street photography camera
 Nikon Z9 as a Street photography camera
72
 screen tilts
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 saves RAW files
 has focus via touch
 environment proofing
 very good high ISO (25,600)
 more heavy than others (910 grams)
70
 screen tilts up and down
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 supports RAW formats
 boasts touch to focus
 weather proofing
 great ISO range (25,600)
 heavier than competition in class (1,340g)
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Sports Comparison
Nikon Z8 Sports photography information
Nikon Z9 Sports photography information
81
 quiet mode (1/32,000s)
 max fps high (30.0 frames/s)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 MP count amazing (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 features tracking focus
 environment proofing
 has phase detect auto focus
 low maximum shutter speed (1/s)
 not so great battery (330 CIPA)
90
 silent mode (1/32,000s)
 high max frames per second (30.0 fps)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 excellent MP (46MP)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 has tracking autofocus
 weather proofing
 great battery pack (740 per charge)
 sensor has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
 Nikon Z8 as a Travel photography camera
 Nikon Z9 as a Travel photography camera
61
 environment proofing
 has bluetooth
 has focus via touch
 MP count amazing (46 megapixels)
 not so great battery (330 shots)
 more heavy than others (910 grams)
 doesn't feature selfie friendly display
65
 great battery pack (740 shots)
 weather proofing
 has bluetooth
 boasts touch to focus
 excellent MP (46MP)
 heavier than competition in class (1,340 grams)
 screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison
Nikon Z8 Landscape photography features
Nikon Z9 Landscape photography features
84
 you can focus manually
 switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 good sized screen (3.20 inches)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 MP count amazing (46MP)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 very good high ISO (25,600)
 saves RAW files
 environment proofing
 has double storage slots
 not so great battery (330 shots)
87
 you can focus manually
 swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 pretty good screen size (3.2")
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 excellent MP (46 megapixels)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 great ISO range (25,600)
 supports RAW formats
 weather proofing
 great battery pack (740 shots)
 2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison
Nikon Z8 Vlogging info
Nikon Z9 Vlogging info
33
 touchscreen capability
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 features face detect focus
 high res video (7680 x 4320 pxls)
 has microphone port
 doesn't feature selfie friendly display
 more heavy than others (910g)
32
 has touchscreen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 has face detection focusing
 video resolution high (7680 x 4320 pixels)
 includes external mic support
 screen is not selfie friendly
 heavier than competition in class (1,340 grams)
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Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z8 and Nikon Z9
 Nikon Z8Nikon Z9
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Z8 Nikon Z9
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2023-05-10 2021-10-28
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type Stacked CMOS Stacked CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 858.0mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 46MP 46MP
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 8256 x 5504 8256 x 5504
Maximum native ISO 25600 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 102400 102400
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW files    
Min enhanced ISO 32 32
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Touch to focus    
Autofocus continuous    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Multi area autofocus    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection focus    
Contract detection focus    
Phase detection focus    
Total focus points 493 493
Lens
Lens support Nikon Z Nikon Z
Number of lenses 46 29
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Screen type Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3.20 inches 3.2 inches
Screen resolution 2,089k dots 2,089k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,686k dots 3,686k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.8x
Features
Min shutter speed 900s 900s
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/32000s
Continuous shutter rate 30.0 frames per sec 30.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off
External flash    
AE bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Max flash synchronize 1/200s 1/200s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 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 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 7680x4320 7680x4320
Video format H.264, H.265 H.264, H.265
Mic support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 910 gr (2.01 lb) 1340 gr (2.95 lb)
Physical dimensions 144 x 119 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 98 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 26.3 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 14.2 not tested
DXO Low light rating 2548 not tested
Other
Battery life 330 shots 740 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL15c EN-EL18d
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage one CFexpress Type B slot and one UHS-II SD slot Dual CFexpress Type B slots
Card slots Two Two
Launch pricing $3,999 $5,500