Nikon Z8

45.70 Mpx, Full frame
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Product details

The Z 8 has everything you'd expect from a hybrid camera. Image quality, precision, flexibility and a compact, lightweight body. Whether film or photos. Assignments for passion projects.

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
20 FPS
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body only
Wireless transmission
BluetoothWi-Fi
Image sensor format
Full frame
Memory card type
CFexpressSDXQD
Item number
32992970

General information

Manufacturer
Nikon
Category
Cameras
Manufacturer no.
VOA100AE
Release date
10/5/2023

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Material

Material group
MetalPlastic
Material
Magnesium alloy

Application range

Scene mode
LandscapeNightPortrait
Scope of application
Professional useSportsTravel photography

Camera properties

Country code
CH
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body only
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Wireless transmission
BluetoothWi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoeTTL
White balance
AutomaticCloudyFlashFluorescentGlowingManualSunnyumbra
Exposure type
AutoManual
Exposure compensation
± 5EV in 1/2 steps± 5EV in 1/3 steps
Bayonet lens mount
Nikon Z
Closure type
Electric
Self-timer delay
10 s2 s20 s5 s
Flash modes
Flash offRed-eye reductionSecond curtain synchroSlow synchronisation

Sensor properties

Image sensor resolution
45.70 Mpx
Image resolution
8256 x 5504 pixels
Image sensor type
CMOS
Image sensor format
Full frame
Image sensor size
35.9 x 24 mm
Crop factor
1
Supported page ratios
1:116:93:2
Min. ISO sensitivity
64
Max. ISO Sensitivity
25600

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3.20"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
2100000 Pixels
Display functions
Touch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
3690000 Pixels
Coverage
100 %

Focusing

Focus type
AutofocusManual focus
Autofocus type
Hybrid
Autofocus areas
493 x

Performance

Shutter speed
30 - 1/32000 s
Min. shutter speed
30 s
Max. Shutter speed
1/32000 s
Continuous shooting mode
20 FPS

Video

Max. Video resolution
7680 x 4320 pixels
Max. video resolution standard
8K
Max. refresh rate
30 fps
Max. frame rate
4K (120fps)8K (30fps)Full HD (120fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
CFexpressSDXQD
Number of storage compartments
2

Media formats

Image file formats
HEIFJPEGNEFRAW
Video file formats
movmp4

Durability

Durability
DustproofWeather resistant
Waterproof
0 m

Connections

Connections
3.5mm headphones3.5mm microphoneHDMIUSB-C

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Origin

Country of origin
Thailand

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

Manufacturer compensation
According to RE100, the manufacturer Nikon fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions.
CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Battery chargerBattery protection capBodyBody capCarrying strapCover for accessory shoeEye cupHDMI cable clipLithium-ion batteryUSB cableUSB cable clip

Product dimensions

Width
144 mm
Length
83 mm
Height
118.50 mm
Weight
910 g

Package dimensions

Length
24.70 cm
Width
21.70 cm
Height
15.50 cm
Weight
1.92 kg

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Sony
    1 %
  • 2.Nikon
    1.1 %
  • 3.Canon
    1.2 %
  • 4.Fujifilm
    1.7 %
  • 5.RICOH
    1.8 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 3.Kodak
    4 days
  • 4.Sony
    8 days
  • 5.Nikon
    11 days
  • 6.Panasonic
    12 days
  • 7.Olympus
    13 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Fujifilm
    5.1 %
  • 7.Sony
    5.1 %
  • 9.Nikon
    5.5 %
  • 10.Easypix
    6 %
  • 10.Panasonic
    6 %

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Rank 1 out of 10Foto MagazinSystemkamera im VergleichReleaseDecember 2024

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Very good94/100
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Rank 1 out of 12DigitalPhoto12 Kompakte Kamerasnim TestReleaseJuly 2024

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Rank 1 out of 9Foto MagazinVOLLFORMATKAMERAS IM VERGLEICHReleaseJune 2024

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Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseDecember 2023

With the Z 8, Nikon has introduced a professional camera that is moderately less well equipped than the Z 9, and can even do one or two things a little better. When tested, it even outperformed its big sister in terms of JPEG image quality, and they are on a par in terms of speed...

Very good100/100
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onlinepc.chSingle testReleaseDecember 2023
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  • PositiveEquipment
  • PositiveAF
  • NegativeControl pad/buttons
  • NegativeCard slots