Compact body. Flagship performance.
The Z 8 brings the feature set of the Z 9 to a body that is 30% smaller than the Z 9 and 15% smaller than the D850. The 45 MP stacked CMOS sensor and impressive dynamic range. The phenomenal deep-learning AF system, and a subject- and eye-detection hit rate you can rely on. The blackout-free Real-Live Viewfinder and 4-axis tilting monitor. Video, stills, or both. You have the freedom to innovate while the Z 8 reliably nails every frame.
Astounding agility for video and stills
New ideas, tight budgets, fast turnarounds. Small setup or a full rig. However and wherever you create, the Z 8’s flexibility will keep your projects flowing. Record stunning 8K or 4K video straight out of the camera at an array of frame rates, including slow motion. Capture exquisite 45.7 MP stills even if shooting by starlight. There are separate display interfaces for video and stills, and menus rotate if shooting vertically.
Blazing fast 120 fps for stills
Never miss the decisive moment. You can shoot 11 MP stills at an insanely fast 120 fps, or 45.7 MP stills at an action-freezing 60 fps or 30 fps. All with full AF and AE performance and no viewfinder blackout.
A system to match your vision
The full-frame Z 8 is a creative powerhouse, and its flexibility doesn’t end with the camera. There’s a NIKKOR Z lens for every idea and budget, while the FTZ mount adapter lets you use DSLR lenses too. Dedicated accessories expand what you can do.
Imaging
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Sensor Resolution | Actual: 52.37 Megapixel Effective: 45.7 Megapixel (8256 x 5504) |
| Image Sensor | 35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
| Built-In ND Filter | None |
| Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Exposure Control
| Shutter Type | Electronic Shutter |
| Shutter Speed | Electronic Shutter 1/32000 to 30 Seconds 0 to 900 Seconds in Manual Mode |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode |
| ISO Sensitivity | Photo/Video 64 to 25,600 (Extended: 32 to 102,400) |
| Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| Metering Range | -3 to 17 EV |
| White Balance | 2500 to 10,000K Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade |
| Continuous Shooting | Electronic Shutter Up to 20 fps at 45.7 MP for up to 1000 Frames (Raw) Up to 30 fps at 45.7 MP for Unlimited Frames (JPEG) Up to 60 fps at 19 MP Up to 120 fps at 11 MP |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Self-Timer | 2/5/10/20-Second Delay |
Still Image Capture
| Image Sizes | 3:2 8256 x 5504 6192 x 4128 4128 x 2752 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Video Capture
| Internal Recording Modes | H.265 4:2:2 10-Bit UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps H.265 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps H.264 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps Raw 12-Bit 7680 x 4320 at 24.00/59.94 fps |
| External Recording Modes | HDMI UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) up to 29.97 fps UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) |
| Sensor Crop Modes | Super35 / APS-C 4K (3840 x 2160) 1080p (1920 x 1080) |
| Fast-/Slow-Motion Support | No |
| Gamma Curve | HDR-HLG |
| Recording Limit | None |
| Broadcast Output | NTSC/PAL |
| IP Streaming | None |
| Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
| Audio Recording | 2-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio |
Interface
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Slot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
| Video I/O | 1 x HDMI Output |
| Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input/Output |
| Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Input |
| Other I/O | 1 x USB-C Data Output 1 x Nikon 10-Pin Control Input |
| Wireless | 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi (802.11b/g), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Bluetooth |
| Mobile App Compatible | Yes: Android & iOS *As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None |
Monitor
| Size | 3.2" |
| Resolution | 2,100,000 Dot |
| Display Type | 4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
| Secondary Display | Top: Status Display |
Viewfinder
| Type | Built-In Electronic (OLED) |
| Size | 0.5" |
| Resolution | 3,690,000 Dot |
| Eye Point | 23 mm |
| Coverage | 100% |
| Magnification | Approx. 0.8x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +3 |
Focus
| Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Autofocus Points | Photo, Video Phase Detection: 493 |
| Autofocus Sensitivity | -9 to +19 EV |
Flash
| Built-In Flash | No |
| Flash Modes | First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
| Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| Dedicated Flash System | iTTL |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% |
General
| Battery Type | 1 x EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 340 Shots) |
| Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
| Accessory Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount on Camera Body |
| Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.7 x 4.7 x 3.3" / 144 x 118.5 x 83 mm |
| Weight | 2.0 lb / 910 g (With Battery, Recording Media) |
