I got my hands on the NIKON Z9 - I don't need one but I WANT ONE!!!
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The most incredible video I've seen on the Z9. No fast-paced marketing attack on the senses, no condescending lecture about specs. Amazing scenery and photography - and of course wonderful dogs to help out. The entire video is cinematic and pleasing. I was drawn to the title, because I also don't need one - can't justify one - but really want one! If I buy a Z9 it will be because of this video.
Thanks appreciate that 👍🏼
Yeah but you have to see the other technical on point reviews of the Z9 because you'll get something you don't need at all, it would be a waste of money. This video is great but really it has nothing to do with the capabilities of the Z9..
It's going to be tough deciding what to get for Christmas and beyond. I put all my prime Nikon F-mount lenses into storage, pending a full assault on the Sony Alpha and Canon R lines. Too many new bodies coming out from all three manufacturers. This is a dizzying time for both amateur and professional photographers.
I'd agree with this - it's the most impressive review of the z9 that I've seen. I don't "need" one either, but ... umm ... maybe I'll convince myself that I do.
@@johnadams3038 I agree that the technical reviews are important, and I've watched several. But I don't agree that this video has nothing to do with the capabilities of the camera. That seems to be a very narrow point of view. I think this video demonstrates that you don't have to be in the midst of dizzying action and excitement to benefit from the many updated features of this new body. Watching people with access to events and activities that I will not have access to does much less for me than this video does. In fact, it was this video that convinced me to pre-order it.
As a Canon shooter, I'm highly impressed with the Z9's capabilities in both photo and video. Nikon sports and wildlife shooters should be thrilled to death with the Z9. All you need now is more native Z mount long telephotos and zooms. I have no need for a "pro" body from anyone as my R5 and R6 more than meet my needs, but the Z9 throws down the gauntlet to Canon and Sony for sure.
I watched Morten Hilmer’s video and now this. Brilliant move on Nikon’s part in both instances! No polar bears or firearms in this video, but “Pebbles and Fox eye focus” is equally as inspirational :) I’m glad you included your closing thoughts about the camera for landscape photography. The Z9 is clearly aimed at sports and wildlife photography, especially for professionals, but, weight aside, it’s interesting as an all-rounder due to the traditional Nikon pro-body build. (In that regard, it reminds me of the Leica SL line, which is essentially bulletproof.) In addition to Leica systems, I also use Fujifilm X and GFX gear, which is fine, but with frustratingly small buttons and less robust-feeling overall build. I think Nikon will win back many of those who veered off into mirrorless offerings from competitors with this very advanced, well-built mirrorless flagship.
Tim Martland, below, got it right, "who would have thought Nigel, that you a landscape photographer have the best examples of animal Eye AF released so far." Nikon should give you a Z9 for the marketing value you provided. Great landscapes as usual.
Who said anything about need… this looks amazing and is a real shot in the arm for Nikon…was it worth the wait? Hell yes!
The color out of the Nikon is absolutely gorgeous. I can't believe the tonality it produces. Just beautiful.
In RAW totally no sense to talk about the difference of colours between other brands.
@@SuomiFinland78 you would think that, but raw’s from different brands still render colors differently. Sure you can get them so close that you can’t tell the difference, but also means how much work goes into it. In regards to Nikon, the colors need minimal work and get beautiful tones without any hard work.
@@Gmakamian that’s true for jpeg, non for raw. That’s my opinion 😊
@@SuomiFinland78 lets agree to disagree then!
So pleased that both you and Morten have tested this. And yes, I don’t need one and but I want one!!
Thank you for this video Nigel. You demontrate the incredible performance of the Z9, but more than anything, you are clearly a photographer with passion and immense talent. You are really an inspiration to me
I have a Z7 and don't really need the Z9. That said, if Nikon makes a Z7 III with the screen articulating in portrait orientation and a sensor shield, I'll get it. Incredible images, BTW.
The sensor shield is such a great addition I don't get why it's not more common
Would need to lose the mechanical shutter …
@@guywittig5069 I think that's the future. I guess the processing power is the limitation. But the next iteration of the mid-level cameras (Z6,7) would probably have no mechanical shutter. I'm planning on getting a Z6II, now wondering if I should hold out for a Z6III 😀
You being a dedicated and whole heartedly a great sponsor for Nikon…I think they should give you one..after this awesome review and usage of this amazing camera..thanks Nigel
The shot of the dog, Fox, brown against a brown background, a two second scene/burst totally reliant on the camera ……… simply incredible!
I’ve been watching some other Z9 reviews of pros shooting wildlife and sports. None put the camera to an AF challenge as tough as that one.
Well done, Nigel. Maybe you missed your calling shooting boring landscapes 😆
Agree completely. That scene jumped out as the best real-life example of the camera's potential. Even if it took multiple takes to get it - it still shows the capabilities of the Z9 in the hands of someone who knows how to use it.
Agreed. How did the camera pick up the dog, let alone it's eyes as it is running towards the camera and only just from behind the ferns. Stunning. Beautiful dog photos!
I’m so happy for Nikon shooters! Nikon has caught up! Enjoyed the video as usual Nigel 👍.
@@edwardhewer8530 Maybe the camera was prefocussed on the ferns and the burst speed did the rest? I wonder how the whole series of images looks like, not just one.
Between your video and Morten Hilmer's from Svalbard, I'm fully on the 'I don't need it but I do want it' train. The AF looks incredible and the whole package itself is pretty much the only camera anyone could ever want/need and then some. I agree fully on the new screen as well and I really hope that it comes down the line to the next revisions of the Z6 and Z7
if I had a dog, just one of these shots could worth to me as much as a z9 when my dog is gone...some stuff in life is priceless when you have them
The fact that you were able lock focus on Fox with little effort amidst the ferns that were similar in colour to his fur is another testament to the greatness of the Z9's AF..
Not only is it great to hear someone say 'i don't really need this' at the start of a review... but watching your pure joy playing around with pebbles was so wholesome man hahaha
not wholesome enough to make me switch out my Canon r5 though ;)
I used to shoot Nikon, but switched to Sony 3 years ago. I'm happy to see Nikon is not dead and can actually compete. I hope they release some affordable models with some of the new improvements to counter A7iv and Canon R6 in terms of focus and video. I'll be back when the Z mount lenses become more affordable when the 3rd party options become available.
I'm afraid that these two problems might break the Z's neck. Z lenses probably won't get cheaper (why should Nikon do that, as they seem to have decided to be "Zeiss" now). Also, any (relevant) 3rd party support might not materialize in any reasonable time. Look at Fuji, it took 10 years until Sigma still doesn't offer any of their APS-C lenses also for Fuji.
Nikon is even more problematic than Fuji, the relationship Nikon-Sigma is hostile. Nikon once took Sigma to court. Sigma is Nikon's enemy. In the DSLR era, there were Sigma lenses whose AF stopped working after Nikon camera firmware updates. That stinks like sabotaging an enemy.
So better don't count on the arrival 3rd party AF lenses to break the overpriced Z lens monopoly prices 😉
The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. I’ve been using the D850 for wildlife and landscapes. The Z9 is very tempting!
20 years ago we were happy with 12 megapixals or less, which still made great images. The times, they are a changing and camera technology is more complicated than ever when choosing the best camera. I've watched many channels and yours is one of the best for advice on all things photography. Thank you for your time and sharing the knowledge
I think what you'll want and a lot of us will want is to have some of this technology trickle down to the Z6ii and Z7ii bodies. Either firmware updates or hardware updates to a Z6iii and z7iii. The Z9 is great but out of reach for many of us.
Perfectly wonderful and great fun! What a fabulous camera. My D850 is good, but wow! Thank you, Nigel! BTW, absolutely hilarious with Pebbles and Fox. Lovely, and beautiful photos. Nikon should be giving you the camera!
What an amazingly wonderful camera the Z9 is, so versatile and the sensor shield is a real game changer! Must admit as a former press photographer who covered all different genres of photography, I would loved unboxing and using the Z9. Brilliant to see how Nikon has adapted and moved forward. Nigel you did a super job of sharing the benefits of using the camera, wonderful images of Pebbles and Fox 😃👍🏻
Fox through the ferns blew my mind. That the shot looked incredible compositionally speaking almost gets overlooked in light of the night and day difference to the AF of the Z6/7ii... Hope Nikon trickles down the AF into a Z6iii - the form factor/weight of the Z9 (for me) is something I have trouble to coming to terms with but it's very tempting...
Excited to see this brilliant new camera from Nikon, and I'm a Canon shooter. I think for the D850 shooters out there this would be a worthy step up into the world of mirrorless.
Great to see you back in the lakes, Nigel! You timed it well, it's pretty flooded right now 😭. Even as a Canon user, the Z9 looks like a serious bit of kit. The focus tracking on Pebbles and Fox was incredible 🤯
"...it can't see through dogs!" ahahah that is the next step for Nikon! Absolutely the funniest video ever! :D
I love how Fox is the same colour as the ferns....
Love the shot of Pebbles - stunning
Did Pebbles enjoy having a friend with him? Fox is adorable too. Oh, and the camera is nice too! 😁
Hi Paula
Shooting the dogs made me laugh! What amazing pictures. And the focus on the leaves when zooming in... incredible!
Wow, First time I am seeing Perfect focus and very crispy videos with lots and lots of details. Thanks Its very pleasing to see the colors, sharpness and perfect focus.
Absolutely brilliant video! Love the dogs forcing all the retakes. The real time viewfinder inserts I haven't seen before. Really cool!
Can we just take a moment and admire the fact that every single photograph in this video is just an output of how great of a photographer he is rather than the tool itself. 🔥🔥🔥
Like the dog pictures? HOLYYY !? The one where his dog ran in the lake with the sunset behind it? That's a benchmark.
I bet he can do it with any other camera, no joke. A quality tool in great hands.
Two things about this video 1. This is the most excited that I have seen Nigel 2. I have never even considered the Z9 on my potential list of Cameras to move to from Sony. I have been considering the R3 but this video has made me think that I may need to do more research.
Hi Nigel, in the dim dark distant past I tuned in when you were offering dog photography tips - here you are again showing us how it's done! Thank you. I hope the knee is recovering. Get well soon. H
Best Z9 review yet! as a dog owner I want one too. Amazing. Thanks Nigel.
The shot of Pebbles in the spray was amazing.. or Bonkers, as you put it. ;-) Hoping a lot of the Z9 dribbles down to cameras for us mortals. It's nice to see innovation, and Nikon swinging for the fence.
Amazing! Thanks so much for all your hard work to produce this video. The photos were glorious and the dogs were grand. Nikon should be very proud of the Z9. I would love to see that sensor shield on every model.
Wonderful. Presumably shutter priority mode and tracking an animal. Amazing that the camera doesn't fail to keep tracking the dog(s) despite foliage etc
oh wow! pure happiness on film, joy in every second, all the elements! what outstanding photos from a superb camera. such fun doggy comedy and stunning momento print of them at the end.
This is the review I really hoped someone would put out. I shoot a lot of this type of images, dogs running through cover often in dull woodlands currently with a D5 plus 70-200 or 300mm f2.8 which is a great combo. I also have a Z6ii that just cant cope with this type of work, if the Z9 works as well as it seemed in this film then thats game changing and I will be ordering one...
Pls orders two cos I really need one.
Best review that I have seen. Now I want one. And 2 dogs. :) I am glad they put in a tilt and shift screen on the back. That’s the reason I went for the lumix s1r and not the z7ii for portraits. So now we wait for the z8
£5.5k for a camera to take pictures of my dog?! Yes please! But like you, I don't need this camera but I do want it. Very happy to see Nikon pull out all the stops. Super excited about what cameras will flow down from this one. Exciting times to be a Nikon owner.
99 dislikes are from photographers who sold their Nikon gear and switch to Sony. Great job Nigel and great job Nikon, the king is back!
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@nigel I have been thinking about your back problems. I don’t know the root cause, but here in Canada I have found an osteopath who helped me when my pain was unmanageable. I won’t bore you with the whole story, but I had no idea what an osteopath was until I needed one. I got referred to the same guy twice in one day and within weeks I was pain free. Think massage, chiropractics, physiotherapy all mixed together depending on what you need.
I love your videos. You are a great teacher, have a wonderful attitude and make some amazing images. But I would also love for you to be pain free. I hope this helps.
That photo of Pebbles in the water with the sunset behind... WOW
Beautiful tones ..af is great.. user experience is what makes it different than other high end bodies around
I've watched a lot of Z9 videos today -- all the technical whatnots -- but this was fun and the photos were lovely. I'm in the same boat: bad back ... and I've got a few years on you. But I think I'll be pre-ordering a Z9.
Raymond, it's the same for me, but well, less faster pace, more animal shots, and a good tripod! For the rest, my fuji xt4 will do it ! I really loved the camera!
That shot of Pebbles where the camera tracks the eyes through the splash! The one of Fox coming through the ferns too! Reckon you'd have to Try to take a bad picture with that camera.
Incredible photos and such a great intro to Z9 from the field!
Thanks Nigel for ur unbiased honest practical review,Fox and pebbles were so adorable and they perform excellently.the eye AF is a killer. I Will start saving for this MACHINE of a camera,
The animal eye autofocus testing you have done is soo much better than anything else out there currently. The results are just unbelievable
Amazing shots! I'm kinda the same, don't need one (I have a Z6 as an amateur) but damn I want one haha. Thank god I don't have any money :D
Thank God I have a wife which will seriously get pissed off If I buy it, already got like 20k in Photo Gear hahaha idk what my excuse for buying the Z9 would be. Maybe like, look..Im going on a Expedition Tour with Nigel Danson and I need that Z9 for that 😂
LOL I love my Z6. I don't need the z6ii and I definitely don't need a Z9, but I want one! I also have a wife .
Haha can I join the party here, would love the Z9 but idk if I’d ever be able to financially recover from that - I’ll stick to my Z6!
Same here. No money and really wanting to upgrade my D3000 which I've owned for the last 6 years to a D7100.
My wife would strangle me for getting the D7100. 😕
@@badger67 I had the D7100 for 4+ years before the D7500....which I had for 2 years before the Z6. The D7100 in some ways better than the D7500, but there are +ves with the D7500 that I really liked..more control of the imaging for one, but you lose a card. Strongly recommend the D7100. Never saw the need for the D7200.
I can only wish my Z 7 had sensor shield, only thing I miss of DSLR's. Now thats nice new thing and hope we see those on Z 6 III & Z 7 III
Good job Nigel. You seem to have been genuinely enjoying yourself. Pebbles sure did!
I really enjoyed this one. What an incredible camera! Loved that you included Fox & Pebbles in it!
My cat was absolutely enthralled by this video.
So was I, of course, but Sooba wouldn't look away.
This video is one of two videos I have seen recently that confirm that this camera is a game changer. The many new features such as the AF, speed, and sensor cover are awesome amoung the many others. Hope soon to add it to my 850 and 500. Nigel you did it justice.
As usual, excellent video Nigel. Love the review & the images are incredible. Love Pebbles & blown away by the tracking. Keep up the incredible work.
Looks like a great camera. The dogs were certainly very happy being out there with you. I think it is a rule that if you are trying to photograph multiple dogs that the one you aren't currently shooting will sit in front of you to say "don't forget about me".
The title of this video hits the nail on the head for me! When this camera came out I was like "I need this like I need a hole in my head". I have the Z7 and the older D3, D300 with pro F glass... But now after watching several videos of the Z9, especially this one, I'm seriously considering selling my older gear and getting a Z9. Either way thanks Nigel for making a incredible video that I plan on watching again!
Im glad Nikon is coming back. Iv always used Nikon and cant wait till they bring more amazing tech.
Magical light and atmosphere.
The Z9 looks like a phenomenal camera. The Z9 might just as well be yet another Nikon icon. I hope Nikon brings the tilting display of the Z9 to the Z7III or whatever that camera will be called. This is the single feature I'm missing in my Nikon camera's today.
Anyway, I noticed you already had an L braked on the Z9. Is that already available?
Really nice video, thank you! Astonishing, how quickly you have come to terms with the autofocus shooting Pebbles and Fox. I use Z7 and do not need the speed Z9, would not to carry that weight too. But the sensor shield is something absolutely perfect in the mountains in bad weather… oh my.
I do a fair amount of dog agility shooting. The Z6II has replaced the D500 now. I get a lot more in focus eye shots than before - but missing enough that the Z9 is really on my radar. For now I've opted for the 100-400mm (my working hypothosis; my 70-300mm is a bit two slow to react; we'll see). But dang, you got some really nice puppy shots there. Well done! Classic case of the skills and the eye being there and now the tool is up to the task.
As a Z9 owner, just buy it..... I own a Z6ll like you and it blows the Z6ll out of the water. It is a heavy camera though...
@@michael-4k4000 Weight is the main factor holding me back.
Love your videos mate, no gimmicks, no youtube strange voice, just enthusiasm and beautiful pictures at the end, what did you do to your back. I don't need a z9 either but probably have to get one just for the level of machine they have created :)
Excited for everyone who wants this camera. For me, I say bring on the next DX body and give it that glorious tilt screen. Having to do pushups or crane my neck for vertical shots has actually discouraged me from taking them. Then again that articulating panel might be the same size as the Z50 lol.
I just told hubby yesterday I wouldn't need anymore new cameras. But after this video I think I NEED this Z9!!!!!
how could anyone dislike this video... it was enjoyable from beginning to end
one of the best camera reviews I've seen. Well done sir. I am patiently waiting on my Z9
Weigh is everything with Sciatic Nerve injury hiking through the Florida brush
Nigel! 😁 Thanks a lot for an honest video.
But The price of it is less than these two camera bodies (I have both of them) with money left for a lens... NIKON D850: $2999.95 + NIKON Z7ii: $2999.95)=$5999.98; Nikon Z9: $5499.99; Crazy Cheap!
US dollars Leftover: $500.00👌😄
I do agree wholeheartedly with the weight issue and chronic back issues and hiking...
Cheers!
I can see this camera as being the necessary wildlife shooter. Good job Nikon. I see what you did there.
Fantastic video showing the autofocus capabilities of this Nikon and a lot of fun to watch.
For landscape „the“ camera is the GFX100S, body about the same size as Z7, horizontal and vertical flip out screen AND 16 bit raw files. There have been rumors, Nikon will come with a 16 bit NEF option on the Z9, but they didn’t. That would have been making the Z9 the true Jack of all trades.
Great photographs. Amazing camera. Even better dogs. I love your videos with Pebbles.
I agree. I'll be sticking with my Z7ii. As a landscape and architecture photographer the need just isn't there for me. I am glad Nikon got to bring this to market though. It definitely fills the void for sports photography, and greatly improves upon video capture. They nailed this one for sure. Hopefully they can keep the momentum going.
Superb video, with no marketing gimmicks and PR lines..
That photo of pebbles running across the frame in the lake with the beautiful light peering over the mountains is *incredible*.
The Z9 seems amazing - I don't have a need for it, but I want one nonetheless!
This camera is my dream.
Thank you Nigel. Alway a pleasure watching your videos.
The tone in Nikon is amazing
0:07 The dog slowmo i've watched about 10 times. The quality and colors are amazing, i have the Z7 II and i must say even that camera when i film wildlife if phenomenal.
Taking out the shutter and putting in the sensor shield is what sets this camera apart. It's meant for people using it in the field, changing lenses if they need to. The technology no longer necessitates a shutter, so it could go. Which means it's also probably the only camera that can do 20 fps under all conditions (I guess people tend to forget this aspect when they compare the max fps to the A1 or R3). It's not necessarily meant to impress on a spec sheet (even though its specs are pretty damn good), but it's in actually using the camera that it takes the lead. At least that's my takeaway after having absorbed all the news about it for the last 48 hours or so. ;)
I shoot dogs with a Sony A9 and the Sony 135mm 1.8GM lens and seeing it nailing focus time and time again at 1.8 is just mind blowing, and that's a fairly old sensor now compared to this new Z9! So good to see Nikon getting back in the game.
As usual, the dogs stole the show. You seem to be having the same experience I got with my first high-end camera (Canon R5. (Well, high end for me)). Welcome to high-speed, high-ISO photography.
It definitely has a competitive price compared to other brands' pro bodies and features. Congratulations Nikon. 👏👏👏
Incredible artistic talent and excellent narrator. I am so happy to have found your channel - thank you!
beautyfull photos Nigel! congrats! and dont worry about this tank, the next Z7 mark3 will have most of these tricks in it with half the weight and half the cost im sure.
But when?! 😄
3:05 with the dog's head popping up like that, that would have made a great picture :) I can't wait to get my hands on this camera.
Damn! I like your hand on review of the camera! The photos taken are incredible with nice colors, tone and sharp focus.
Great video Nigel, the future of Z looks bright 😊 As I'm primarily a landscape photographer, the Z9 isn't really for me but I can't wait for the improved processor, AF, tilt screen, and backlit buttons to trickle down to the Z7-style bodies in the future.
I like this review. It shows what this camera *_can do_* with its superiorities.
Why don't all high end cameras have a sensor shield? Love that feature. As much as these cameras cost, can't imagine why this isn't included.
I've watched many of the videos about the Z9 in the last few days, and the dog photography parts in this video are definitely among the best in demonstrating the AF capabilities of the camera so far. Actually made me put in my pre-order. Can't wait! Oh, and I love the editing of your woodland and dog shots as well.
Nigel, deep down you know you’re going to get one.
So just get it over with. 😉
This one video made my choice over the Z7 II, now a very happy Z9 owner. Thanks for the video.
Those dog pics especially that last one you printed is simply sublime, your making me pine for that camera that I can't afford LOL...I still love my z6II
Thank you Nigel for amazing content again. I love your enthusiasm and honesty.
Man you just make photography look absolutely effortless!
Thanks - but it definitely isn’t! It was a tough day of shooting
@@NigelDanson Belive me I know. That's what's makes it even more impressive!