Released in May 2023 *Lens not included. Purchase separately.
The Z 8 packs the outstanding performance and functionality of the Z 9 into a compact body that is approximately 30% smaller in volume than the Z 9, achieving high portability.
Equipped with the same stacked CMOS sensor as the Z 9 that minimizes rolling shutter distortion.
High-quality video recording in 12-bit N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, 10-bit ProRes 422 HQ, and H.265 is possible within the camera. / [Z8NIKON] Z8NIKON Released in May 2023
High portability that adapts flexibly to a variety of shooting styles The Z 8 packs the outstanding performance and functionality of the Z 9 into a compact body, achieving high portability. The body is approximately 30% smaller in volume than the Z 9, so it fits less bulk in a camera bag and is flexible enough to accommodate a variety of shooting styles, allowing you to take it anywhere and fully unleash your creativity. Its lightweight yet robust design makes it comfortable for challenging mountain climbing, long bird photography trips, and all-day event shoots. Whether you're using an ultra-wide-angle or super-telephoto NIKKOR Z lens, the Z 8's comfortable grip and robust, well-balanced body feel comfortable in your hand, enabling stable shooting in a variety of scenes, whether capturing still images or video. Portrait orientation for more comfortable vertical shooting: When the camera is held vertically, the image monitor and EVF display both captured images and playback images, including thumbnails, in portrait orientation. Menus are also displayed vertically, allowing smooth access to settings while still in portrait orientation. From shooting to playback, you can adjust settings and review images in a consistent vertical orientation, making vertical shooting, especially when using a tripod, more comfortable. Equipped with a counter for bulb and time exposures: During bulb and time exposures, the Z 8 counts up the exposure time on the top display panel, eliminating the need to constantly check the time. Additionally, the camera displays a countdown of the remaining time until the Long Exposure Noise Reduction processing time and the exposure time (600-900 seconds) selected in Extended Shutter Speed ​​in M ​​mode are completed, allowing users to easily understand the waiting time and reduce stress during shooting. High-Speed ​​Frame Capture+ at up to 120 frames per second. Even without the Pre-Capture function, High-Speed ​​Frame Capture+ allows for high-speed continuous shooting at up to 120 frames per second when set to C120. C30 (approx. 30 frames per second) and C60 (approx. 60 frames per second) are also available. All NIKKOR Z lenses and 94 NIKKOR F lenses* are compatible, supporting creative expression in a variety of shooting situations. *Requires the FTZ II Mount Adapter (sold separately). The Z 8 is capable of long-term shooting of up to 125 minutes at 4K UHD 60p and up to 90 minutes at 8K UHD 30p. Its compact, lightweight, and highly mobile body is even more suited to shooting day-long events and long documentaries. Further improved subject detection and AF performance: The Z 8 inherits the Z 9's excellent subject detection and AF performance while further enhancing it with algorithms developed using deep learning technology. It automatically detects and tracks nine types of subjects: people, dogs, cats, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trains, and airplanes. The Z 8 also adds a new, dedicated "Airplane" mode for superior airplane detection. Combined with high-speed AF calculations and continuous, high-speed communication between the camera body and NIKKOR Z lenses, it delivers superior AF performance in a variety of shooting situations. The High Efficiency Image File Format (HEIF) reproduces rich tonal expression and smooth gradations, preserving rich gradations from highlight to shadow with 10-bit HLG gamma. Shooting in HEIF format maximizes the rich gradation of sunsets and cityscapes with a wide dynamic range that minimizes blown-out highlights and crushed shadows. You can preview your HEIF images on location using the Z 8's 3000 cd/m² EVF and 900 cd/m² high-brightness image monitor to see how they will look on an HDR (HLG)-compatible monitor. You can also create 8K UHD HLG time-lapse movies using the camera's time-lapse video and interval timer functions. Connect the Z 8 to an HDR (HLG)-compatible monitor or TV with an HDMI 2.1 cable to view HEIF images and videos. "Skin Smoothing" effect creates smoother skin tones. It detects faces and automatically corrects them to smooth skin tone while maintaining the sharpness of eyes and hair. This is useful for shortening post-production processing time for portraits and other images. [Accessories] - Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15c (with terminal cover) - Battery Charger MH-25a - HDMI/USB Cable Clip - Strap AN-DC26 - USB Cable UC-E24 - Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1 - Eyepiece DK-33 - Body Cap BF-N1 ■ Specifications ■ Lens Mount: Nikon Z Mount Effective Pixels: 45.71 Megapixels Image Sensor: 35.9 x 23.9mm CMOS Sensor, Full-Frame/FX Format Image Stabilization... Body Image Stabilization: Image Sensor Shift Method, 5-Axis Correction Lens Image Stabilization: Lens Shift Method (When Using a VR Lens) Recording Media: CFexpress Card (Type B), XQD card, SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card (SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card are UHS-II compliant) Dual slot: Sequential recording of memory cards, backup recording, RAW+JPEG split recording, RAW+HEIF split recording, JPEG+JPEG split recording, HEIF+HEIF split recording, and copying between cards Viewfinder: Electronic viewfinder, 1.27cm/0.5-inch Quad-VGA OLED, approximately 3.69 million dots, brightness adjustable (auto, manual in 18 steps), color customization, high frame rate display Shutter: electronic shutter, electronic shutter sound, sensor shield Shutter speed: 1/32000 to 30 seconds (step width: changeable to 1/3, 1/2, or 1 step, can be extended to 900 seconds in shooting mode M), bulb, time Continuous shooting speed... low-speed continuous shooting: approximately 1 to 10 frames per second High-speed continuous shooting: approximately 10 to 20 frames per second High-speed frame capture + (C30): approximately 30 frames per second High-speed frame capture + (C60): approximately 60 frames per second High-speed frame capture + (C120): approximately 120 frames per second *Maximum shooting speed under Nikon test conditions ISO sensitivity: ISO 64 to 25600 (step width: changeable to 1/3, 1 step), desensitization of approximately 0.3, 0.7, and 1 step (equivalent to ISO 32) compared to ISO 64 Sensitivity can be increased by approximately 0.3, 0.7, 1 step, or 2 steps (equivalent to ISO 102400) from ISO 25600, and automatic sensitivity control is possible. *When the gradation mode is set to HLG, ISO 400 to ISO 25600 is possible. Monitor: Tilt-type 8cm/3.2-inch TFT LCD monitor (touch panel), approximately 2.1 million dots, 170° viewing angle, approximately 100% field of view, brightness adjustable (15 manual steps), color customization possible, vertical and horizontal tilt possible. Interface... USB: Type-C terminal (connection to the standard USB port recommended) USB communication terminal (SuperSpeed ​​USB) x 1 USB charging terminal x 1 HDMI output: HDMI terminal (Type A) External microphone input: Stereo mini jack (φ3.5mm), plug-in power microphone compatible Headphone output: Stereo mini jack (φ3.5mm) 10-pin terminal: Yes (sold separately: remote cords MC-30A/MC-36A, etc. can be used) Wired LAN: Commercially available USB Connect a Type-C USB-LAN adapter to the camera's dedicated USB communication terminal. Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN): IEEE802.11b/g/n/a/ac. Bluetooth: Bluetooth standard version 5.0. Power supply: Rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL15c. Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 144 x 118.5 x 83 mm. Weight: Approx. 820 g (body only). Operating temperature: -10°C to 40°C. Operating humidity: 85% or less (no condensation). *Lens not included. Please purchase separately. Manufacturer's warranty: 1 year.