Just a quick update: I received information from one of my good sources that the Nikon Z9 is rumored/expected to be announced in November/December timeframe. Here is what we know so far about the Z9: The officially announced Nikon Z9 details are: Newly developed FX-format stacked CMOS sensor New image-processing engine Support for 8K video recording Various other video specifications The rumored Nikon Z9 specifications are: Newly developed high-resolution stacked FX sensor. Three different sensors were tested: 45-46MP, 50MP, and 60MP. My guess is that they will go with the 60MP or the 50MP version but I could be wrong (the Z7 II already has a 45MP sensor, there is no need for another camera with the same resolution). I have received the most tips for a 50MP sensor based on what’s inside the new Sony a1 but improved and with even better performance. Integrated vertical grip handle The development announcement should be tonight or tomorrow Nikon Z9 is expected to be released in the fall of 2021 No official plans for a Nikon Z8 camera yet The Z9 is described as a D6 body combined with EOS R5 imaging, α9II AF, and blackout-free EVF Nikon confirmed that the Z9 will be better than the D6 20 fps Multishot-mode 16-bit RAW option 8k30p, 4k120/60/30p New EXPEED processor designed for 8k (newly developed Imaging Pipeline Processor to broaden sensor readout emphasizing speed) Improved AF (Object detection AF) “Stunning” AF tracking (better than the D6) Two XQD/CFX type B memory card slots ISO...
Published By: Nikonrumors - Tuesday, 6 July, 2021