Nikon Z Z8 Black 2024
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera CINECAMPOCHDMFT4K 2018
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z Z8 Black 2024
The Nikon Z8 is widely praised as a powerful, versatile mirrorless camera that excels in autofocus, image quality, and build. Users upgrading from DSLRs like the D850 or D500 find the transition smooth, and many highlight its exceptional performance for wildlife, sports, and video. However, a minority report issues with battery life, occasional autofocus misses, and a steep learning curve, while a few experienced defects or poor customer service from certain retailers. Overall, the Z8 is seen as a top-tier camera that delivers on its promise, though not without minor drawbacks.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus performance
- High image quality and sharpness
- Great for wildlife and sports photography
- Smooth transition from DSLR
- Solid build and ergonomics
Cons
- Battery life could be better
- Occasional autofocus misses
- Steep learning curve for some
- No included reference guide
- Some units had defects or recalls
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera CINECAMPOCHDMFT4K 2018
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Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z8 | Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera CINECAMPOCHDMFT4K | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 4 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | — |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 493 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | — |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | N-RAW, ProRes RAW | RAW, ProRes |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 5"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | — |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.82 kg | 0.69 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 340 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI Type A |
| Hot Shoe | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z8 Black 2024
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong burst (96th percentile)96th %ile
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera CINECAMPOCHDMFT4K 2018
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (76th percentile)
- Below average sensor (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Pricing
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera CINECAMPOCHDMFT4K 2018 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 18 of 33 specs.
