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Nikon Z7 - First Mirrorless Generation Camera made for still shooter
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    Camera is designed for still shooters.
    Video will be nice and present, but won't be pushed by Nikon and marketing much.

    Specs

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  • Dang, that lens mount is intense - but it'll come in handy when you want to pair your light mirrorless camera with a 20-pound 100mm f/0.95 lens, I guess.

  • @eatstoomuchjam

    It can be also marketing decision :-)

    I guess one of the consideration is larger than FF sensors, like 1.3x larger.

  • UK prices

    • £3399 for bare body
    • £3499 for cheap kit
    • £3999 for 24-70mm F4 kit
    • £4099for 24-70mm F4 kit + adapter

    Camera, as I said, sets new record among ALL Nikon cameras in history in margin department.

  • Wow I was not expecting it to be more expensive than the D850. Seems like they are making a compelling argument for the Sony A7RIII.

  • Wow. I wish them luck with those prices. Like Firworks said, with prices/specs like that, I don't see why someone wouldn't just get the a7r3.

  • More Nikon Z7 mirrorless camera leaks:

    45.7 MP
    493 AF Point
    9 fps
    EVF: 3.6M QVGA
    2.1M touchscreen
    5-axis stabilization
    Hybrid PDAF
    FullHD 120p, 4K UHD 30p Video, 8K time lapse, N-LOG profile (4: 2: 2 10-bit HDMI output), focus peaking, Zebra
    EN-EL15b battery
    Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
    Weather sealed body
    Price: Nikon Z7 + FTZ around 3600EUR, Z7 + FTZ + 24-70 around 4200EUR
    

    NEW: the FTZ adapter is working with IBIS.

    Read more: https://nikonrumors.com/2018/08/22/more-nikon-z7-leaks-new-specs-pictures.aspx/#ixzz5OxWcm9mn

  • Japanese prices

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  • PR

    The Z mount system comprises mirrorless cameras featuring a new, larger-diameter mount, and compatible NIKKOR Z lenses and accessories. This system has been realized through the pursuit of a new dimension in optical performance. It has inherited Nikon’s tradition of quality, superior imaging technology, great operability, and high reliability, all innovated from its digital SLR cameras.

    At the heart of the new Z mount system is the new, larger-diameter mount, which unlocks further possibilities of lens design, greatly increasing capabilities in optical performance. The Z mount system will offer a variety of high-performance lenses, including the fastest lens in Nikon history, with f/0.95*. Additionally, the new mount adapter will enable compatibility with NIKKOR F mount lenses, adding to the range of choices for photographers.

    The letter “Z” represents the culmination of Nikon’s relentless pursuit of ultimate optical performance, and a bridge to a new chapter. It is about redefining possibilities to provide image-makers with tools to realize greater creativity.

    Nikon will expand the value of mirrorless cameras through the pursuit of a new dimension in optical performance, and by upholding Nikon’s tradition of quality while responding to the evolution of imaging technology. By providing image-makers with stimulating new products, Nikon will continue to lead imaging culture.

    Z 7 and Z 6 product overview

    The Z 7 and Z 6 are equipped with a new backside illumination, Nikon FX-format CMOS sensor with focal-plane phase-detection AF pixels, and the latest image-processing engine, EXPEED 6.

    The Z 7 has 45.7 effective megapixels, and supports a standard sensitivity range of ISO 64-25600. In combination with NIKKOR Z lenses, the camera achieves an outstanding level of sharpness and detail, all the way to the edges of the image.

    The Z 6 is an all-purpose FX-format camera with 24.5 effective megapixels, and supports the wide range of ISO 100-51200 standard sensitivities. With superior performance at high sensitivities and full-frame 4K UHD movie recording with full pixel readout, the Z 6 responds to a variety of needs, such as shooting in dimly lit environments, and movie recording.

    Primary features of the Z 7 and Z 6

    Equipped with a new backside illumination Nikon FX-format CMOS sensor with focal-plane phase-detection AF pixels

    A backside illumination CMOS sensor, with focal-plane phase-detection AF pixels, has been adopted for both the Z 7 and the Z 6. The Z 7 has 45.7 effective megapixels, and supports the ISO 64-25600 range of standard sensitivities (reduction to the equivalent of ISO 32 and expansion to the equivalent of ISO 102400 is also possible). The Z 6 has a 24.5 effective megapixels, and supports a broad range of standard sensitivities, from ISO 100-51200 (additional reduction to the equivalent of ISO 50 and expansion to the equivalent of ISO 204800).

    A hybrid AF system with focus points covering approximately 90% of the imaging area

    The Z 7 has 493 focus points* and the Z 6 has 273 focus points*, enabling broad coverage of approximately 90% of the imaging area both horizontally and vertically. This hybrid AF system uses an algorithm optimized for the FX-format sensor, and automatically switches between focal-plane phase-detection AF and contrast-detect AF to achieve focus. The use of NIKKOR Z lenses further increases AF accuracy with both still images and movies.

    The new EXPEED 6 image-processing engine for sharp and clear imaging, and new functions that support creative imaging expression

    The Z 7 and Z 6 are equipped with the new EXPEED 6 image-processing engine. Employing the superior resolving power of NIKKOR Z and NIKKOR F lenses, subjects are rendered more sharply than ever before. Noise is also effectively reduced.

    Additionally, a mid-range sharpening option has been added to Picture Control sharpness parameters. This option, along with existing sharpening and clarity parameters, allows users to make various textures within the screen sharper or softer, for both still images and movies*. The cameras also offer 20 options of Creative Picture Control, supporting creative imaging expression. The effect level is adjustable from 0 to 100.

    An electronic viewfinder that utilizes Nikon’s superior optical and image-processing technologies to offer a clear and natural view

    The electronic viewfinder adopted for the Z 7 and Z 6 is comfortable and easy to use, comparable to optical viewfinders. Both cameras are equipped with an electronic viewfinder for which an approximately 3690k-dot OLED panel has been adopted. The electronic viewfinder has, respectively, frame coverage and magnification of approximately 100% and 0.8x, as well as an approximately 37.0° diagonal viewing angle. It draws on Nikon’s superior optical and image-processing technologies, ensuring a clear and comfortable view comparable to that of optical viewfinders, with reduced aberration and minimum eyestrain, even during extended shoots. Furthermore, a fluorine coat that effectively repels dirt has been applied to the eyepiece protection window. In addition, the menu can be displayed in the electronic viewfinder, allowing users to quickly view and adjust a variety of shooting settings, including ISO sensitivity, AF-area mode, and Picture Control, all while looking through the viewfinder.

    An ergonomic design unique to Nikon that enables intuitive operation

    The Z 7 and Z 6 have inherited the superior operability that Nikon has cultivated over the years through its development of cameras. The bodies are compact, while boasting a firm grip that is easy to hold, and buttons such as that for the sub-selector, AF-ON, ISO, and exposure compensation are all placed so that they can be operated swiftly and easily. Additionally, a display panel has been positioned on the top part of the camera, where information about settings can be displayed, the same as with high-end digital SLR camera models.

    Movie functions such as 10-bit N-Log that captures a wide dynamic range, and timecoding, responding to professional needs

    The Z 7 and Z 6 support recording of not only full-frame 4K UHD (3840 x 2160)/30p movies using the FX-based movie format, but also Full-HD/120p movies. Sharper 4K UHD movies are made possible, using the full-pixel readout.1 Additionally, Active D-Lighting, electronic vibration reduction, and focus peaking can be used with 4K UHD and Full-HD movie recording. Nikon’s original N-Log can also be used with 10-bit2 HDMI output. The cameras utilize extensive color depth and twelve-stop, 1300% dynamic range to record a wealth of tone information from highlights and shadows for more effective color grading. Timecode support*3 makes synchronizing video and sound from multiple devices easier. Additionally, the control ring built into NIKKOR Z lenses can be used to quietly and smoothly adjust settings such as aperture and exposure compensation.

    Nikon’s first1 in-camera vibration reduction with approx. 5.0-stop effectiveness*

    The Z 7 and Z 6 are equipped with in-camera vibration reduction (VR). The VR unit provides compensation for movement along five axes. The effects of vibration reduction are equivalent to a shutter speed up to approximately 5.0 stops2. This function can also be used effectively with NIKKOR F lenses, including those not equipped with a VR function, with the Mount Adapter FTZ (sold separately)3.

    Other features

    Same level of strength and durability, as well as dust- and drip-resistance, as the Nikon D850, offered in a compact body

    An 8-cm/3.2-in., approximately 2100k-dot touch-sensitive LCD monitor, with a tilting mechanism Silent photography function eliminates shake and noise caused by shutter release

    Peaking stack image function enables confirmation of the area in focus after shooting using focus shift, which is convenient for focus stacking

    High-speed continuous shooting (extended) at approximately 9 fps (Z 7) and 12 fps (Z 6) captures fast motion Interval timer photography that makes 8K (Z 7) time-lapse movie creation*2 possible

    An extended low-light metering range allows users to easily capture scenes such as the transition from sunset to starry night sky, using aperture-priority auto mode

    Built-in Wi-Fi® for direct connection to a smart device using SnapBridge

    Built-in Wi-Fi® makes the transfer of images and movies to a computer possible

    Support for existing digital SLR camera accessories such as the WT-7/A/B/C Wireless Transmitter (available separately) for transferring images and movies at high speed over a wired or wireless LAN, and radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting, which makes flexible multi-flash photography possible

  • Samples are irrelevant until cats are involved.

  • A 16mm ffd is impressively short!

    Of course, Sony's 18mm is more than short enough for the majority of lenses that one might want to mount - I guess it's nice that 16mm allows c mount without an indented adapter, though. I think that's just about the only common mount between 16 and 18mm.

    Otherwise, it looks like a totally competent camera with a feature set very competitive with the a7r iii at a price point much higher than the a7r iii.

  • @eatstoomuchjam

    Get my word - Nikon does not compete with Sony much.

    It is actually Sony who both set release date and also low price limit.

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  • Z7 is only capable of shooting at 5.5 fps with live view updating and changing exposure. This is fine, but certainly not groundbreaking. The A7 III can do 8 fps with live view and exposure updates.

    Buffer in both cameras is extremely small. Can contain only 25 JPEGs and 18 14-bit RAW files after this camera becomes sluggish and starts writing buffer.

    Ones of the limits put by agreement with Sony. Each day you see more and more reasons why we saw such sudden PR propaganda about "Nikon making their own sensors".

  • Do I need to add tariffs on top of those prices?

  • @ghkqn

    You mean VAT or your customs tariffs?

  • 10-15 min video recording with one full battery charge.

    Say thanks to EXPEED 6 LSI that is severely outdated in the day of release, made on old tech norms and due to the shortage of engineers uses lot of old parts.