Nikon Z6 III: Is This The Best Mid-Range Full-Frame Camera?
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- čas přidán 21. 06. 2024
- Dave and Evelyn review the Nikon Z6 III. Boasting the market's inaugural ‘Partially Stacked’ CMOS sensor, this camera is designed to handle virtually any photographic or video challenge. But how does it truly measure up in performance?
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It's like there's something rare with the newest Nikon color science camera, it always looks natural and with pleasing skin tone but in a beautiful way, no matter what and without any effort
I agree, I was very pleased…shocked while tweaking the menus.
Sharp but still creamy rich but not vivid. I would call it wow.
That’s the reason I switched from D850 to Z6 the moment I saw the picture output of the first-gen Zs, something magical about the color…
Wow. That 240fps HD clip of the bird is amazing. @8.33min.
My next camera after 10+ years of D7000.
That will be massive upgrade
Thumbs up for sticking with one camera and using it for shooting instead of jumping from camera to camera whenever something new comes up. Wish I would be so disciplined.
Concur. You will find this a massive upgrade.
Great segment on the video functions, loved it!
Definitely getting one, moving up from my D5300! The commercial was awesome! lol
I currently have the original Z6 as a backup and fun camera to my bigger and heavier Z9. I can’t wait to pick up a Z6III as my new backup! Great video.
Thanks for the video, Dave and Evelyn: Quick question: What camera / lens combo were you using while filming the scenes where you are both on camera (when out in nature)? It is a nice image - not too sharp. Were you just using a diffusion filter of some kind? (Didn't see a bunch of halation so I suppose not...)
Shot using the Sony FX3 with 24-70 GM II lens. No diffusion or mist filter, but a good ol variable ND, and some masking.
I have a Z8 for fast moving subjects and a Z6II for everything else. I see no compelling reason to upgrade the Z6II. It’s still a fabulous camera. If I only had a Z6II I would probably upgrade. Nice review here - you two are always very down-to-earth, so thanks.
Haha, love the over-the-top ad. :)
So excited about this camera. It fills a major hole in Nikon’s lineup. I have a Z8 and I love it. When I’m ready to get a second Z body, I’ll probably pick a Z6III
To me, it's all about EVF. So far, ANY of the many EVFs out there were horrible for me to look through. To me, EVF was lagging, shimmering and making me nauseous. That has to do with an eye condition I have (I'm nyctalopic), and that prevented me to upgrade to mirrorless. Until now! The Z6III is the first mirrorless with an EVF I actually find usable with my eyes. So yeah, I'm gonna buy it ;-)
That ad 😂 that was great
Hi Dave, Ev, thank you for the video. @Dave, you mention at 5:18 the Z8/9 have a faster processor and can do more calculations/s, hence the better AF speed. The Zf, Z6iii, Z8 and Z9 all have the same Expeed 7 processor, I guess you meant the Z8/9 have a full stacked sensor vs partial stacked (Z6iii) and regular BSI (Zf), which will give faster read-out and hence better AF speed.
Anyway, I enjoyed your overview, thank you!
You are 100% correct. Both the z8,z9, have a faster read out speeds due to their stacked sensors allow for more autofocus calculations per second.
@@drewcrawford7812 Cheers Drew, no dramas, have a good one that side ;)
Ok the "I'm looking for a Nikon camera, 6K..." made me chuckle...I can't wait to get a Z6III.
I saw another review that said the fast performance of the partially stacked sensor comes at the expense of dynamic range. It stated that the dynamic range is the same as an APSC sensor. Can you confirm that this is the case? The whole point in upgrading from my D7100 to full frame is the better dynamic range so this would be a deal breaker for me.
0:34 Masking issue? Thanks for the good review guys. I was tempted to pick it up solely for video work until I found the limitations in video, no backup recording in any codec and 1080p monitoring when recording raw.
Good eye. Not an issue, just missed adjusting that section xD
If you need backup as much, just add a recorder like the Atomos Ninja as even when recording internal it can output a clean video signal with the HDMI port.
@@danielvilliers612 But at that point it becomes a $3,000 camera instead of a $2,500 camera.
Ugh!!! I feel personally attacked by this Z6iii now my Z6ii is so horrible and slow and I only have a tilting screen 😅 I do definitely want it though
Sounds like the Z6iii is right for you xD
@@drewcrawford3211 What he said! But, I totally get where you are coming from. The new features slap!
Haha, loved the tongue-in-cheek. Thanks for bringing a smile on a Sunday :)
Looks interesting, but I wish they included all the animal detection modes like Fuji does on their cameras.
In Australia I think it is a bit expensive
So true, it is no longer in the “affordable” range in Australia. The truth is nothing much is affordable in Australia, so sad 🙁. If not already in the Nikon Z system, the Lumix S5ii is probably better value. I regretted getting into Z system to some degree, especially now that Nikon is starting to raise price, expecting future releases to get more and more expensive… Furthermore, my preferred lens are mostly from Sigma and the they don’t make any for FF Z bodies.
@@kl787nikon is still the cheapest camera among the the 3 major manufacturers specially if you consider the regular firmware updates that comes with it which improves the camera performamce even more. In the long run, the nikon system is the best value for the money because of their propensity for consistent FW updates with their latest expeed 7 powered Z line cameras.
The Z 6 III is a great camera. I Sold my Z 6 II as I was NOT impressed with that camera. I think Nikon really needs a Z 50 II or a Z 90 ASAP. I own the Z 9 and Z 8 and the Indigo Blue Z f with a Kontise Leather half case which gives it added protection and a far better grip, that leather half case is in Blue too. If you are undecided on a Z f or a Z 6 III I'd already recommend the Z 6 III. I ONLY use the Z f with the 28 mm SE lens. Of ALL of these cameras the Z 8 is a Rock Star. And with long lens the Z 9. I do use the Nikon Z 50 everyday with the kit 50-250. The Sensor shields on the Z 9 and Z 8 are amazing.
If the Z6 III had a digital hot shoe, and the ports (HDMI, headphone, microphone) didn’t block the flip out screen, the camera would have been nearly perfect.
i wish new camera´s would come with regular flippy screens. They all go for this vlog style now sadly
Because the world wants this.
If they didn't people would complain it doesn't have a flipout screen.
@@andrzejjaniak6849 "People" probably wouldn't care too much, but the guys creating YT reviews moaned about this endlessly - because it affects THEM creating their videos.
@@andrzejjaniak6849 True. I personaly only use my camera´s for photography so for me its a dealbreaker if a camera has it. But i do understand the appeal for video its a must basicly.
Sony has the perfect solution with their variable angle tilt/flip screen. I might have traded by Zf for this camera if it had a tilt screen. They talk about user experience here and the worst part of shooting the Zf is wrangling that damned flippy screen. It sucks the joy right out of it. At least the Z6iii is a video-centric camera. There was no reason to put a flippy screen on the "retro" Zf.
"I'm looking for a Nikon camera, trust fund, IBIS…" lol!
Yay, someone liked my dorky-refernece! ;)
so how about landscape? i am not a professional, but would love to use it for landscape. i am not a video guy, so.... z8 or save the money and keep the z6iii?
You can certainly use the Z6III for landscape. The deciding factor is if you require the extra resolution of the Z8 for your needs?
An important release by Nikon. This will appeal to the middle income folks who can't afford the two big brothers. For it offers, I think Nikon has nail this Z6III to perfection! Expect the waiting period to be loooong...coz this beauty will sell by the truck loads. I anticipate the sales for this new body wil eclipse the Z8 & Z9
How does the Z6III auto focus performance compare to my D750? Night and day difference or a modest improvement? I shoot mostly sports.
Night and day. 100%
@@drewcrawford3211 Thanks!
It's a huge improvement! Once you try the latest AF performance tracking and subject recognition, you won't want to go back. It's quite something!
@@TheCameraStoreTV Thanks.
@@drewcrawford3211I'd be interested in your percentage after you'd tried an afc,(button hold) single point focus background/foreground transition in different lights and indoors/outdoors.
As an enthusiast, I think it’s still a little more camera than I need, and little more than I want to spend. Currently happy with my Z5, just wish it had Expeed 7 with new AF system. Here’s a question: If Nikon released a Z5II tomorrow that was just a Zf in a contemporary body for 2K USD, would that camera outsell this one?
Honestly if they don’t but the ZF guts in Z5 body they are leaving a lot of folks behind.
I think that - like most camera companies - Nikon sees that video usability is driving a lot of camera sales, so they felt compelled to make this a more video-capable camera. Maybe Nikon will come out with something that is a bit-less video-oriented at that $2,000 price point (like, tilting screen instead of flip-out screen, no N-RAW / ProRes / 6K video capability, etc.,)
@@marinrealestatephotography "like, tilting screen instead of flip-out screen"
Honestly, am I the only person who sometimes shoots vertically from a low angle?
I have a feeling we won’t see a Z5II until 2026 at the earliest.. likely we will see a Z9II first.
The Z6III seems video centric; i am still photo centric. Will wait before upgrading from my Z6 I.
Z6iii is so much better as a stills camera than your Z6. They advertise video specs but it's an excellent stills camera.
I think that there is still "room" for a Nikon camera in the $2,000 price range that will be less-focused on video and will still be a solid upgrade over the Z6 1 and 2 versions. Whether they think that is a viable market to chase or not is another thing.
@@marinrealestatephotography I think that's where the Zf comes in. But I'm sure there will be sales on the z6iii soon bringing it down a bit.
The ONLY Nikon Camera I ever SOLD was the Z 6 II . IT was an absolute loser. My Z 50 is a FAR better camera. I shoot a LOT of photos. BUT photo sales are running about 10 %compared to video. I got a LOT of out of focus shots with the Z 6 II. My grandson is a movie maker. When we go along and do the stills for commercials, weddings, etc., the pay for stills is getting pretty low.
I'm sorry to bother but i have a question. Did you have to do anything to your computer in order for lightroom to open up the raw files on the Z6 III?
Hi, no bother at all. As long as you are running the latest LR updates you should be just fine for working with the RAW files off of the Z6 III. Thanks
Can I use my XQD cards on this camera?
Out look awesome
I ordered two!
Nice! Out of curiosity, what kind of photography/video will you do with the 2 bodies?
@@TheCameraStoreTV Astrophotography and Low light situation that would perform better than the Z8.
Beautiful 👍👍👍📸👍📸👍📸👍👍👍
If they had hit 2000$ the camera will be a hit, good enough to increase market share a little. As is it's just a pretty nice camera, fantastic in the video side of the fence, but $500 more expensive than the Canon and Sony competitors. Nikon as the underdog can't go out charging more. On the other hand, they depend on Sony so maybe Sony is charging them an arm and a leg for it.
This outperforms the Canon and Sony, which were both $2500 on release. This will also be going on sales in a few months.
I have owned the "competitors". They are MORE expensive for what you get. I have paid $500 for filters.
Bit video heavy..
I'm more interested in taking photos..
Looks like a nice camera. 👍
Love your attitude about this bag and not caring about what people will say. kislux You are right keep your head up and no your priorities.
not my style but its pree good, keep it up❤🙏
Amazing camera, but 1 deal-breaker for me. The flip screen! I currently rely on my tilt screen too much for the way I shoot. I feel like the extra time to flip it out to then tilt will drive me crazy.
Which camera was moore fun to use for Your operator to shoot review and which camera is moore complete for video work -S5IIX or Z6iii?
Tough choice. The S5IIX was a blast to work with, so its gonna depend heavily on your work flow and preferred colour space. Both are really great options for the price- For me, the S5IIX was easier to pick up and run just cause I've run the GH5, GH6 for years. But I could absolutely see using the Z6III if Nikon if I had been using Nikon cameras for a while, and that lack of rolling shutter is killer.
@@drewcrawford7812 And how is hi ISO noise and highlight recovey in Z 6iii in comaprision with S5Xii?
@@paravisual No idea. Recovered detail in shadows pretty damn well, but didn't have much footage to recover highlights with.
ISO is native 64,000 great for astronomy or astrophotography.
What about the DYNAMIC RANGE?
Are you asking about in stills? Or in video? Gerald Undone did test dynamic range of the common video codecs and found it to be behind some other cameras. Part of this is because Nikon applies less noise reduction than some other cameras (like Sony and Panasonic), However, if one is able and willing to do some noise reudction in post, one can get a bit more dynamic range from the footage coming out of the Z6 III. I have heard a few people state that stacked sensors tend to have an adverse affect on dynamic range. (I know that is why Panasonic is proud to state that the G9 II and the GH7 have faster sensor readout WITHOUT using a stacked sensor).
@marinrealestatephotography
I'm referring to the video. It's a shame because the dynamic range is quite low compared to the competition and this particular camera seems to have solved many problems. Like AF. But not the ibis either...
Take a look at Gerald Undone's video. He went into that in depth.
Didn't know Keir Starmer was into photography 😮
Compact smompact build em to last like they used to
A big negative for me is no sensor shield. I've had to clean rhe sensor only once on my canon R6 in over 2 years. They are such a great feature
Should be a must, right?
While im always turn off Sensor shield on my sony a7 iv
Coz theres so much error cases outhere , beliv me you dont need that
@@ardl7099 I don't believe you. And turning off your sensor shield is pointless. Why not be careful and use the sensor shield too? It's like turning off the air bags on your car because you have a seatbelt. Why not just use both? Extra protection.
@@adamwhittingham86the “sensor shield” on the Sony and Canon is actually the shutter curtain. That is a very delicate part that I’d rather have out of the way when changing lenses.
In the Z8/Z9 there is an actual sensor shield, but that’s because they did away with the mechanical shutter.
@@ghas4151 it's recessed in though. The lens mounts on the front. There should be no worries or issues at all. Unless you stick your fingers in there for no reason at all.
I think there's a far greater risk of damaging the sensor/sensor glass from having to clean it a lot more often than having the shutter down when changing a lens.
Each to their own though
No detailed information on the new flexible color picture control. This review is incomplete
Nice features, but I hate the flippy screen. However, I’m excited Nikon is moving forward nicely.
Sorry, I detest the flippy screen, so I didn't buy the ZF! The only reason I will consider the Z6lll is the availability of a vertical-release grip.
It is like saying I don't want a touch screen on my smart phone today. You will have to stick with older cameras or buy a z8.
Would have appreciated a $2k camera without all the high end video specs & best evf in history… literally just wanted the expeed7 for better af tracking in photo… maybe if it were 33 megapixels but $2.5k is too much for just 24 and precapture jpeg only. Perhaps if they made 2 versions at a $500 difference like Fuji & Sony did they could have owned this space in the market but at this price point more people will buy a7iv or s5ii instead…
Oh, it will sell very well, don't you worry. 33mpx makes no sense if you have Z7 and Z8. It's good to have a low light king in your line.
As for price, it's basically the same as A7iv at launch and 33mpx is actually a negative for me as I have Z7 ready and many professionals have two bodies as well and they need a body for good low light performance.
@@andrzejjaniak6849 nobody’s worried my guy lol, just expressing my opinion… but congrats on speaking for professionals and sharing your thoughts on a prosumer camera. Most of us who don’t make money from this can only justify one body. Maybe if you actually read my comment you could agree or disagree that having 2 versions would have been ideal so people can choose instead of waiting 1-2 years for the z7iii which will no doubt be priced almost the same as z8 and makes absolutely zero sense…
It's a lower resolution Sony A7 IV - at about 1/3 higher price. What's the plan, Nikon?
Hmm... the A7IV released at the same price back in 2021. So counting inflation the price for the Nikon is actually less. Also, a7IV doesn't do 4k60 full frame or RAW video and doesn't have a fast read out sensor. I'm no Nikon stan but this clearly outclasses the A7IV for the same cost.
The plan seems to be smashing the A7M4's video specs XD
It’s honestly just a more expensive s5ii, the S5ii still the king of sub 2000 and even better than z6ii which is 2500
Not really, the Z6 iii is clearly the better camera in most aspects
For me it just got 1 issues
Its 4k 120 fps croping to aps c
Justt why ? 😭
Just take 6k feature , not everyone need that 6k shoott
Just give us 4k 120 fps full without cropping then take my money 😭😭
They have to leave something for the Z8. 😁
I don't like the flippy screen. I would prefer the same one as the z8
They both have their pros and cons. Yes, the construction of the Z8's and Z9's screen is better. But this simpler mechanism probably saves some money and possibly even weight.
Though my guess is they also needed something regarding the screen to differentiate it from the flagships 🤪
@@MattisProbably Some people cannot understand that the world can change. People want flippy screen for many reasons, even for photos. Guess what, the invisible Man I was on family of friends photos is no more. I was not particularly fond of selfies, but now t least sometimes I can have some souvenirs with friends and family.
The only benefits I can see are improved focusing and frame rate over the z6ii
Minus points
-10 EV focus - F1.2 lens (not for the majority of people) 👎
Pre burst - jpg only👎
Pixel shift - useless for movement in landscapes 👎
You forget at what price this is selling for? For price against features ration, its fair
So you mention the price, how about the Canon r6ii with high FPS, Raw burst etc. for less than 2k
Nikon Z6 III is 50% better than Sony a7 IV. Only megapixel beat by Sony a7iv. I am selling Sony gears now for Nikon
You may change your mind when you've compared the focusing to Sony.
@@davida6520 the focus doesn't give 40 or 30 fps. 6k60p, 4k120p, raw video. The focus on Sony is not everything
I should have asked you to explain the '50% better' statement. I now understand you're interested in shooting jpg and video.
A lower MP count then the Z8 yet sill Pre Capture in Jpeg. A 24MP partially stacked FF Camera when the 45MP Fully Stacked Z8 is currently only $1000 more. Also, I have yet to hear ANYONE talk about the Video Files sizes. Not one person.
Buys $2.5k on a camera and $2k on a lens and can't afford a laptop or pc that can process or store those videos. Z6iii is meant for professionals who can fully utilize its capabilities.
Video file sizes are so insanely different depending on which codec, color space, and frame rate you select, we would have to list about a dozen to even come close to giving a relatively good spread given all the different options.
For example, N-raw 6k60 got about 8.5min on a 128gb card, apple ProRes Raw was 6.7min, and h.265 4k60 was just over 3hrs on a 128gb.
Most Apple ProRes Raw and N-Raw formats are huge, like 1.4 gigs per second. So they are massive files no matter what. H.265 you can get down to 150-200mbps depending on if you need 4k 10bit or if 8bit is fine.
Ok then just wait until this camera goes on sale for $2000…or wait until these are selling on the used market
"Only" $1000 more. I've got that in the couch cushions.
As a pro photographer for nearly 20 years now, whose work has shifted a lot towards video, you just have to live in another mindset. That hardrive you used to buy every other year, now now have to buy multiple during the year. This is what it is, no one forces you to press that little red button, and you can also choose from 1080p 8bit h265 or 6 k raw, no one forces you to shoot 6k raw if the file size is too big. I would say that log 10 bit is already very very good.
If you didn't talk so fast, Man, then perhaps we would be able to take in the actual performance of the camera.
Please, all these cameras are way overpriced, most people only need enough resolution for an 8X10 at most and just the basic features to take a well exposed picture.
Great review guys a massive improvement and amazing camera , but $3700CAD, 3000 euros ,$4500 AUD, $4900NZD , isn't this too much ?. All good if you have USD $2500 happy days. Makes a bit of sense as Z6II launch was $2000 USD four years ago all good .But due to fluctuations and massive currency disparities in the exchange rates in 2024. Nikon has priced it for strongest global currency right now being USD, we are also seeing a new normal from Japan , Japanese camera shops and companies are not doing business any more in their own weak Japanese YEN. They all like the strength of the USD this has become their de facto currency , just like how South Americans have always used it. Nikon priced and bench marked it up against USD , so for everybody else in the world it's going to be too expensive, so you end up over paying due to terrible exchange rates. This is really disappointing and annoying outside USA as you will get penalised with USD being stronger. So wait 12 months when it goes on sale like the Z8 is now. We see Nikon does lower prices randomly in different markets around world by way of offers and discounts, once the hype goes away as we are not all on the same playing field when it comes to buying capacity.
Pre-capture jpeg only no thanks, I have Z9 and Z8 and am waiting for hopefully firmware that adds Pre-capture RAW if not (as I also have R6II) I will switch to mostly Canon gear.
Don't wait switch now, you you got the money.
@@davecrissinger8967 lol I already have canon too.
So pre capture jpeg is a dealbreaker despite of the rest a camera has to offer, on a mirrorless that gives a good preview of the result exposure before you actually take it?
@@shadow479 Let me put it like this, I own a Z7 II and I would have considered the Z6 III if it did come with RAW pre-capture.
My current camera doesn't have the best AF system for shooting animals but it works well enough. The better AF system of the Z6 III just isn't enough for me to justify getting a camera with a smaller resolution.
When you shoot animals proper pre-capture is an amazing feature to have. Animals can be very jumpy and unpredictable, given the average human reaction time that turns capturing certain moments into a guessing game... Pre-capture basically cancels out that disadvantage.
If you shoot JPEG only then I guess it's no issue for you that Nikon does JPEG pre-capture only right now. But I don't.
Why switch to Canon gear when Nikon have the best glass out there? You have to admit the Canon offerings are lackluster compared to Nikon.
If you don’t know what a partially stacked sensor is, just say that. Dahell is a sandwich of circuitry?
Тупо продают тебе камеру🙄
I asked my Canadian coach did you guys ever say Zed for Z. He laughed and said what? You posers. 😜🤓