Nikon Z Z9 2024
Nikon
89 Overall Score
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Sony Alpha a7 III a7 III Black w/ 28-70 Lens
Sony
63 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z Z9 2024
93 out of 100 high confidence 53 reviews
The Nikon Z9 is widely praised as a flagship mirrorless camera that delivers outstanding image quality, blazing-fast autofocus, and robust build quality. Enthusiasts and professionals alike appreciate its continuous firmware updates, which have added valuable features and refined performance. While some users note its substantial weight and learning curve, the overwhelming consensus is that it is one of the best cameras available, offering exceptional versatility and reliability.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus speed and accuracy
- Superb image quality and color
- Robust build and weather sealing
- Long battery life
- Continuous firmware updates
Cons
- Heavy and bulky body
- Steep learning curve
- High price point
- Requires new Z-mount lenses for full benefit
Autofocus performance 9
Build quality 7
Image quality 8
Firmware updates 5
Battery life 4
Weight and size 4
Sony Alpha a7 III a7 III Black w/ 28-70 Lens
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Scores
Video
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Beginner
Youtube
Product Photography
Streaming
Travel
Vlogging
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z9 | Sony Alpha a7 III a7 III | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked BSI CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 24 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | BIONZ X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 493 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | H.265 | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 2.64 kg | 0.65 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 700 shots | 710 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | ✗ |
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C | Micro-USB★ |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z9 2024
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average social proof (12th percentile)12th %ile
Sony Alpha a7 III a7 III Black w/ 28-70 Lens
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z Z9
Scores 89 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.
