Nikon Z Z9
Nikon
99 Overall Score
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Canon EOS R EOS R8
Canon
59 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z Z9
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
Canon EOS R EOS R8
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Sports Wildlife
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Photography
Product Photography
Youtube
Streaming
Travel
Vlogging
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z9 | Canon EOS R EOS R8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 24.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | DIGIC X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 493 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 20 fps | 40 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | 40 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps★ | — |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | N-RAW | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 700 shots★ | 290 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | Micro HDMI★ |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z9
- 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
Canon EOS R EOS R8
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong burst (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong video (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average battery (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average build (19th percentile)19th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z Z9
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 10 usage categories and 11 of 33 specs.
