Nikon Z 9
Nikon Z 9 logo
Overview
MakerNikon
TypeFull-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera
Released24 December 2021 (2021-12-24)
Intro priceJPY 700,000 (body only)
USD 5,500
Lens
Lens mountNikon Z-mount
Sensor/medium
Sensor typeStacked back-illuminated CMOS sensor
Sensor sizeFull frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm)
Nikon FX format
Sensor makerSony[1]
Maximum resolution8,256 x 5,504 (45.7 effective megapixels)
Film speedNative range of ISO 64-25,600 (expandable to 32-102,400)
Recording mediumDual XQD card/CFexpress Type-B
Focusing
FocusSingle-servo AF (AF-S)
Continuous-servo AF (AF-C)
Full-time AF (AF-F; only available in video mode)
Predictive focus tracking
Manual focus
Focus areas493 points (single-point AF) with 90% coverage
Exposure/metering
ExposureTTL metering using camera image sensor
Exposure modesProgrammed Auto [P] with flexible program; Shutter-Priority Auto [S]; Aperture Priority Auto [A]; Manual [M]
Exposure meteringTTL metering using camera image sensor
Highlight-weighted metering: -3 to +17 EV (ISO 100, f/2.0 lens, 20 °C/68 °F)
Metering modesMatrix metering
Center-weighted metering
Spot metering
Highlight-weighted metering
Flash
FlashNo built-in flash
Flash synchronization1/200s (up to 1/8000s using high-speed sync)
Shutter
Frame rateUp to 120 fps in 11 MP continuous (C120), up to 60 fps in 19MP continuous (C60), up to 30 fps at full-resolution with JPEG output (C30), up to 20 fps with RAW output
ShutterElectronic shutter
Shutter speeds900s – 1/32000s
Continuous shooting20fps / 30 fps / 120fps (expand)
Viewfinder
ViewfinderQuad-VGA (1280x960) EVF (3690000 dots), 0.8x magnification with 50 mm lens, 3000 nits brightness
Image processing
Image processorExpeed 7
White balanceAuto (keep white, keep warm colors, keep overall atmosphere), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (3 types), flash, manual white point (2500K-10000K), preset manual (up to 6 values)
General
Video recording8.3K up to 60 fps in 12-bit N-RAW,
8K up to 30 fps with N-log,
4.1K up to 60 fps in 12-bit ProRes RAW HQ,
4K up to 120 fps,
1080p up to 120 fps
LCD screen3.2-inch vertically and horizontally tilting TFT LCD with 2.1 million dots with touchscreen
BatteryEN-EL18d (backwards compatible with EN-EL18/a/b/c batteries)
AV Port(s)USB Type-C, HDMI Type-A, 3.5 mm microphone jack, 3.5 mm headphone jack
Data Port(s)IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy, Gigabit Ethernet
Body featuresIn-Body Image Stabilization, GPS receiver
Dimensions149×149.5×90.5 mm (5.87×5.89×3.56 in)
Weight1340g (with battery, memory card)
1160g (body only)
Made in Thailand

The Nikon Z 9 is a full-frame mirrorless camera produced by Nikon. The camera was announced on October 28, 2021.

The Z 9 has the same 45.7 MP resolution as the Z 7 and Z 7II cameras, but uses a much faster stacked CMOS sensor which improves autofocus and continuous shooting performance.[2][3] The continuous shooting capabilities of the Z 9 significantly exceed those of Nikon's previous Nikon D6 while providing more than double the resolution. The Z 9 is the first Nikon Z camera to support 8K video, which can be recorded internally at 60 fps in 12-bit N-RAW.

The Z 9 is the first flagship full-frame camera without a mechanical shutter.[4]

The Z 9 won Camera Grand Prix 2022 Camera of the Year and Readers Award.[5]

Features

  • "Synchro VR" where both in-body and in-lens image stabilization can stabilize the same axes.
  • Burst lengths of over 1000 shots (previous Nikon cameras were limited to at most 200 shots per burst).
  • Internal 10-bit video recording in H.264, H.265 and ProRes 422 HQ (also supports HLG and Nikon N-Log).
  • Internal 12-bit raw video recording using ProRes RAW HQ (up to 4.1K at 60 fps) and Nikon N-RAW (up to 8.3K at 60 fps).
  • Video recording length limit extended from 30 minutes to 2 hours and 5 minutes.
  • Dedicated "sensor shield" to protect the sensor from dust and dirt when the camera is off or the lens taken off.
  • VR lock to reduce sensor shock during standby.
  • 10-pin remote and flash sync connectors.
  • Built-in GPS, GLONASS and QZSS receiver for geotagging.
  • Allows switching between linear and non-linear focus throw in manual focus with some lenses.[6]
  • "Dual-Stream Technology" providing separate paths for capturing images and updating the viewfinder, which eliminates viewfinder blackout and reduces viewfinder lag.

Update history

Version Release date Notes
1.02021-12-24
  • Initial firmware version
1.102022-01-04[7]
  • Increased burst length when saving images as both RAW and JPEG
  • Fixed wireless high-speed sync issue with SB-5000 flash
2.02022-04-20[8]
  • Addition of internal Nikon N-RAW (up to 12-bit 8.3K 60p in full frame mode) and 12-bit ProRes RAW HQ (up to 4.1K 60p) video recording
  • 4K 60p footage can now be oversampled from 8K footage
  • Red "REC" frame indicator on both monitor and viewfinder
  • Waveform monitor
  • "Pre-Release Capture" feature, which captures images up to one second before the shutter is fully pressed
  • 20 types of Custom Wide-Area AF selection patterns
  • Improved autofocus in low-light situations
  • Improved white-balance and auto-exposure in some situations
  • 120 Hz refresh rate mode for the electronic viewfinder
2.102022-07-06[9]
  • Improved autofocus performance in various situations
  • Improved image stabilization when panning while in a vertical orientation
  • High-frequency flicker reduction added to customizable controls
  • Bug fixes
2.112022-08-30[10]
  • Fixed an issue that in very rare circumstances would cause the camera to stop responding
3.02022-10-25[11]
  • Added high-frequency flicker reduction for video shooting
  • Added "hi-res zoom" function, a smooth 2x digital zoom option when shooting 4K video
  • Added "C60", a 60 fps 19 megapixel continuous release photo mode
  • Improved playback for high-speed continuous bursts
  • Improved customizable controls
  • Improved low-light autofocus performance
  • Improved 3D tracking
  • Added support for TLS encrypted connections to FTP servers
3.012022-12-19[12]
  • Added support for synchronized release of multiple cameras connected with the 10-pin cable using the MC-N10 grip
  • Improved focus tracking in wide area AF-C
  • Autofocus bug fixes
  • FTP bug fixes
3.102023-02-27[13]
  • Added support for Nikkor Z 85/1.2S
  • Improved AF accuracy for low-contrast subjects
  • Increased fps when using hotshoe flashes
  • Bug fixes
4.002023-06-13[14][15]
  • Added "Auto Capture" function with automatic triggering by motion, distance and subject detection
  • Added Exposure delay mode (d6)
  • Added new shutter sounds (for a total of 5 selectable variants)
  • Lower ISO when shooting N-Log (200 and 400 native ISO is now selectable, instead of 800)
  • Focus distance indicator on-screen
  • More functions are now assignable to more on-camera buttons
  • Improved "Pre-Release Capture" feature to have up to 300 seconds of pre-release buffer
  • Improved 3D tracking autofocus
  • Improved "hi-res zoom" for finer speed control
  • Improved progress bar during internal playback of videos

References

  1. ↑ Sony IMX609AQJ Full Frame 45.7 MP Stacked Back-Illuminated CMOS Image Sensor from Nikon Z9 Mirrorless Device Essentials Folder
  2. ↑ "THE NIKON Z 9: UNSTOPPABLE PERFORMANCE, REVOLUTIONARY INNOVATION". Nikon. 2021-10-28. Retrieved 2021-10-29.
  3. ↑ "Nikon Imaging Products Z 9". Nikon. 2021-10-28. Retrieved 2021-10-29.
  4. ↑ Butler, Richard (2021-10-28). "Nikon Z9 initial review: We take a detailed look at Nikon's new pro mirrorless camera". Retrieved 2021-10-29.
  5. ↑ Camera Grand Prix 2022
  6. ↑ "NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Firmware". Nikon. 2021-11-10. Retrieved 2021-11-10.
  7. ↑ "Z 9 Firmware 1.10". Nikon. 2022-01-04. Retrieved 2022-01-07.
  8. ↑ "MAJOR UPGRADE ADDS NEW PRO CINEMA & VIDEO PRODUCTION CAPABILITIES TO NIKON Z 9, PLUS FEATURES FOR FAST-ACTION PHOTOGRAPHY AND MORE". Nikon. 2022-04-14. Retrieved 2022-04-14.
  9. ↑ "Nikon Z 9 Firmware 2.10". Nikon. 2022-07-06.
  10. ↑ "Nikon Z 9 Firmware 2.11". Nikon. 2022-08-30.
  11. ↑ "Nikon Z 9 Firmware 3.0". Nikon. 2022-10-25.
  12. ↑ "Z 9 Firmware 3.01". Nikon. 2022-12-19. Archived from the original on 2023-01-02.
  13. ↑ "Z 9 Firmware 3.10". Nikon. 2023-02-27.
  14. ↑ "Z 9 Firmware 4.00". Nikon. 2023-06-13. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  15. ↑ "NIKON RELEASES THE THIRD MAJOR FIRMWARE UPGRADE FOR THE NIKON Z 9 FULL-FRAME MIRRORLESS CAMERA". Nikon. 2023-06-13. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
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