Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
Panasonic DC-S1HBODY
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
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
Panasonic DC-S1HBODY
The Panasonic S1H is praised for its exceptional video quality, rivaling high-end cinema cameras, and its robust feature set including internal fan, dual native ISO, and 6K recording. Users appreciate its value for filmmaking, though they note poor autofocus and some design fragility. Verified buyers highlight its cinematic output and reliability for professional work.
Pros
- Exceptional video quality
- Cinematic image rivaling Arri/Canon
- Internal fan for extended recording
- Dual native ISO
- 6K and 4K DCI recording
Cons
- Poor autofocus performance
- Fragile build quality
- No focus magnification during video recording
- Rolling shutter (not global shutter)
- Crop in 4K at 60fps
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic DC-S1HBODY | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 24.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | Venus Engine |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 493 | Contrast Detection: 225 |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 9 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 6K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 | H.264, H.265, AVCHD |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.16 kg★ | 1.16 kg |
| Battery Life | 700 shots★ | 400 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
Panasonic DC-S1HBODY
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Panasonic DC-S1HBODY offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 11 of 33 specs.
