Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Black 2016
Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Black 2016
The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II is a rugged, high-performance DSLR that continues to impress users with its build quality, autofocus speed, frame rate, and battery life. While many reviewers praise it as a capable workhorse and excellent value at discounted prices, concerns about expensive repair costs and limited future serviceability by Canon CPS are significant drawbacks. Some users specifically chose this over mirrorless options, valuing its reliability and lens compatibility.
Pros
- Exceptional build quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- High frame rate
- Great battery life
- Excellent value at discount price
Cons
- Prohibitively expensive repairs
- Heavy and bulky body
- Limited future serviceability by Canon CPS
- Potential sensor scratch repair cost exceeds new camera price
- Outdated technology compared to mirrorless
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
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS-1D X Mark II | Nikon Z Z9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 20.200000762939453 MP | 45.70000076293945 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 64★ |
| Processor | DIGIC 6+ | EXPEED 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 61 (41 Cross-Type) | Phase Detection: 493 |
| Eye AF | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 14 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 16 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codec | M-JPEG, MOV, MP4 | ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✗ | ✓★ |
| EVF Resolution | 1.6M dots | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.34 kg | 1.16 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 1210 shots★ | 700 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | Micro-USB | USB-C★ |
| HDMI | Mini-HDMI | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Black 2016
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
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
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 18 of 33 specs.