Nikon Z8 is here

[Eddie Draaisma]

Nearly 5 years after introduction of the Z7, time for a new Nikon. I ordered it on Thursday, it arrived yesterday. It is very easy to like this one. So much more resemblance in handling and controls  to the D850 compared to the Z7, next to all the other goodies that should be well known by now.

In order to get up to speed on tripod, I modified the D850 RRS bd850-UL l-bracket by means of file and Dremel. Shortened the pin and removed some of the protrusion on the vertical leg.

[Michael Erlewine]

My Z8 arrived today. As I thought, it is just the right weight for an old guy and handy, too. I'm selling my Z9, with the RSS L-Bracket, 3 batteries, and Hoodman eyepiece.

[Nasos Kosmas]

Congrats on your new camera!

The Dx mirrorless Zfc z50 etc score a similar pixelcount compared to their larger ff Z mounts!

And a little bit higher that’s the reason I use z50 for not action bird photography
Colin we are on the same boat, I’m waiting for a D500 replacement if ever, but not so sure, Z8 looks tempting
Framing is much easier on FF for birding and I show the advantages even on my Z6

[ColinM]

Lovely to read of Eddie and Micheal getting one to actually use (plus several more of you i expect)

Colin we are on the same boat, I’m waiting for a D500 replacement if ever, but not so sure, Z8 looks tempting

Interesting to read about the framing Nasos.
My first impression would be that everything was smaller in the viewfinder....but I guess you might not lose as many shots with birds half in/out of the frame?

Meanwhile, please go ahead and get one.... i'll happily buy your F mount 500mm off you, as you switch to Z glass !!!

[mxbianco]

The Dx mirrorless Zfc z50 etc score a similar pixelcount compared to their larger ff Z mounts!

Nikon  cameras with the highest pixel pitch are, respectively:
Nikon 1J5 (Pixel Pitch 422 pix/mm, same Pixel count as D500 and Z50, and D6)
Nikon 1J4 and 1V3 (pixel Pitch 396 pix/mm)
This is due to the CX sensor, which is only 13.2x8.8 mm²; crop factor is 2.7x, with respect to DX (1.5X) relative to a full frame.
The FOV of a 500mm on a 1V3 is the same as a 1350mm on a FF camera.

By comparison, Nikon D850 and Z7-Z9-Z8 have a pixel pitch of only 229 pix/mm
D500 and Z50-Zfc have a pixel pitch of 236 pix/mm

I use a 1V3 for astro photography: the Moon fills the 1V3 frame completely with a 500mm lens +TC1.4

Ciao from Massimo

[Steinar Kibsgaard]

.... and the protection shield to prevent ingress of dust and dirt to the sensor.

Even I have enough cameras, so beside alle the other qualities from the Z8, this could be the "drop" for me.

I hate dust after shooting with the D3x - not even the Nikon repair-shop (DFA) could clean it (or me), so it was send to Sweeden to be cleaned (they did it at last ).
Yes I know how to shift lenses and best not outside, but it creeps in.

[Steinar Kibsgaard]

About the  protection shield/Z8: I asume you can have the shield activated with the FTZ adapter mounted and also unmount the FTZ adapter and so on - still using the shield acitivated  all the time ?

[Ilkka Nissilä]

About the  protection shield/Z8: I asume you can have the shield activated with the FTZ adapter mounted and also unmount the FTZ adapter and so on - still using the shield acitivated  all the time ?

Yes, the shield doesn't interfere with the adapter or lenses in any way.

[Steinar Kibsgaard]

Thank You, Ilkka Nissila

[Michael Erlewine]

Problem with the Z8. When I try to use "Focus Shift" with the 'START' button I get a "Clock Not Set" error.

I see that I did NOT have the Nikon EN-EL15c battery in, but rather Nikon EN-EL15b battery. Apparently the clock ran out because it could not use  the Nikon EN-EL15b battery but wanted me to have the Nikon EN-EL15c in the cameral.

Any thought about how to fix this? I did but the Nikon EN-EL15c, but apparently it takes a day or two to reset the clock. Your suggestions appreciated.

[Birna Rørslett]

Can't you run the camera off A/C mains?

[Michael Erlewine]

Can't you run the camera off A/C mains?

I have an older EH-6 that does not fit the newer Z cameras. What exactly do I need?

And if I had constant power, would that also reset the clock. I am trying to set the clock.

[Birna Rørslett]

You in all likelihood need an EL-18b or newer battery in order to use the EH-7P a/c charging adapter.

If you have the Z9, wouldn't you have the EH-7P already? It was included with my Z9.

[Michael Erlewine]

You in all likelihood need an EL-18b or newer battery in order to use the EH-7P a/c charging adapter.

If you have the Z9, wouldn't you have the EH-7P already? It was included with my Z9.

Will the constant power of the EH-7P (probably in my box) also reset the clock?

[Michael Erlewine]

Will the constant power of the EH-7P (probably in my box) also reset the clock?

Yes, I do have the EH-7P and plugged it in. I turned it on and it still will not let me use the 'Focus shift" it still says that I need to "Set the Clock"

Will leaving it plugged in set the clock or is something else not working?

Appreciate the help.