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The Z8 is actually considered the successor toNikon ’s D850DSLR , mark another shift toward the mirrorless data formatting for the fellowship .
The Z8 takes a lot of inspiration from the Z9 . Nikon has n’t just given it the same 45 - megapixel stacked CMOS sensor and Expeed 7 central processor , but the Z8 also benefit from the same 8K/60p video resolution , 4 - axis tilting exhibit , 120fps explode speeding and subject cut across AF organisation as the Z9 .
With so much in common , you might find it unmanageable to choose between these two Nikon camera . We ’ve narrow down the big differences to aid you decide which Z - range camera is correct for you .
The Nikon Z8 is smaller and lighter
The most obtrusive conflict between the Nikon Z8 and the Z9 is how much smaller and more compact the Z8 is compared to the older camera .
The Z9 is a immense camera and big too at 1340 g. In fact , the size and weight were two of the only cons we noted when reviewing the camera . Some photographers will apprise the second grip and portrait shutter button the larger design affords , but many will be put off by the chunky conception .
The Z8 is 30 % smaller than the Z9 and weighs just 910 constant of gravitation , make it a better choice for photographers who need something compact and lightweight for travelling .
The Nikon Z9 has a second grip and shutter button
As mentioned above , the Nikon Z9 has a 2d grip and shutter button build into its side that realize portraits just as comfortable to tear as landscapes . It also include a few more programmable buttons .
The Nikon Z8 has a more typical exclusive - grip design that allows the camera to stay diminished .
The Nikon Z8 supports the HEIF image format
The Nikon Z8 bear out the HEIF image format , allow users to charm up to one billion more colouration with higher dynamical scope at the same file size as JPEG . This makes it possible to enamor more point in - camera .
Like the Z9 , users can continue to take JPEGs if they favour .
The Nikon Z8 has a new subject tracking mode
The Nikon Z8 includes all the same AF subject tracking modes as the Z9 , including people , kat , andiron , Bronx cheer , car , motorcycles , bicycles and wagon train .
The Z8 also benefits from a new aircraft - specific dependent tracking mode that makes it possible to track planes and bourdon with the autofocus system .
The Nikon Z9 has a bigger battery
The Nikon Z9 uphold to carry a larger battery than the Z8 make it potential to record video recording and shoot stills for longer . Users can show more than two minute of 8 K picture without the photographic camera overheating .
The Z8 , meanwhile , is subject of recording 8K/30p picture for up to 90 minutes or 4K/60p TV for more than two hours before overheating .
The Nikon Z8 is cheaper
Perhaps the most exciting welfare of the Nikon Z8 is how much flashy it is than the Z9 , a television camera that carry very similar specs .
The Nikon Z8 is price at £ 3999/€4799 for the physical structure only . That ’s £ 1300 less than the £ 5299/€5299 Nikon Z9 .
