Nikon Z Z9
Nikon
99 Overall Score
vs
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
Ricoh
40 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
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Product Photography
Youtube
Streaming
Vlogging
Travel
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z9 | Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 24.239999771118164 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | GR ENGINE 6 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 493 | Auto-area AF, Zone AF, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, Cont |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 20 fps★ | — |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | — |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | N-RAW | H.264 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 700 shots★ | 200 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | — |
| 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
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
- Strong sensor (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
- Strong stabilization (78th percentile)
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average battery (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average burst (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nikon Z Z9
No current pricing available
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z Z9
Scores 99 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 19 of 33 specs.
