Nikon Z6III - Why This Is The Most Important Nikon Camera
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- čas přidán 13. 07. 2024
- The Nikon Z6III is an incredibly impressive camera. So much so, that it might just be the most important Nikon camera we've seen since the early DSLR days. Can it help to revitalize the brand? Let's find out.
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0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Disclaimer
0:39 - The Decline of Nikon
2:37 - The comeback begins
3:29 - Is the Z6III Good Enough?
3:40 - Speed & AF
4:50 - Video
5:55 - Gift for You!
6:15 - Why the Z6III is Different
7:38 - Why It Can Save Nikon
8:35 - Downsides to the Z6III
9:16 - Biggest Downside
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Save Nikon! I LOVE the drama. Nikon recorded a big sales increase with the Z9, Z8, and ZF, but hey, you made me click on your video.
And comment, as I did. Which I think affects the algorithm as well. All because we have a sense of what's right, which he's taking advantage of.
Adding a dislike. Maybe that will affect things. I haven't even started watching yet, and have no intention to do so.
@@starbase218 Indeed. That's a shame. Especially, when camera makers are struggling to stay in the market in the age of abundance of cameras with an apple on them!
Been shooting Nikon since the 70's. i would never think of using any other brand of camera.
Nikon has the greatest staple of glass in the industry and you can use all of its legacy F-Mount glass going back generations.
I really think you and most people online are misunderstanding what Gerald undone says about the dynamic range of this camera. RAW codecs are always going to be noisier than compressed ones, the reason other manufacturers are getting better numbers is because they're applying in camera NR then compressing that further. Gerald said himself with a little bit of NR in post the Z6iii falls in line with other similar mirrorless cameras
Exactly!!! Anyone referring to the dynamic range (that doesn't under the basics that RAW codecs are going to be noisier because they are RAW and don't have noise reduction baked-in), should not be commenting on it.
Totally Agree with you!!!
It's not real what he said. He was trying to be nice before you guys came after him. He mentioned that with NR in post, you can achieve around 11.5 to 12 stops. This is lower than Sony and Panasonic and almost 2 stops lower than the Fuji XH2s. He also suggested that it would be great for Nikon to introduce an updated log profile to further enhance the dynamic range of Z6III." So, for now, the dynamic range in Z6III kind of sucks.
Nikon has a winner here and the brand is just amazing
Most mounts can be adapted to the Z mount so Sony having more glass is irrelevant seeing that you can adapt their glass to the Nikon Z camera anyway.
What lens is Nikon missing in the Native Z mount, other than APSC lens.
Save Nikon? Not sure Nikon is in need of saving but, OK. LOL
So you didn’t watch the video?
@@kylemeshna I didn't. Title turned me the f**k off. LOL
Did he not mention sony recorded high sales on the sony A73 and also the A74... In order to gain sales and win consumers back .nikon had to make a new partial stacked sensor for the nikon z6 3.. .
Wow ... amazing Specs
Saviour for Nikon? That's a silly comment! 🤔
Hey, thanks for the video. I previously owned a DSLR and would like to switch to a mirrorless camera, but I only use it for photography. What are your recommendations? in terms of brand and model? cheers
Can you test the delay on the HDMI output please? I’m thinking of getting 2x of these for vmix streaming ..
Hi, how is the autofocus compared to the Zf? Is there much difference between them?
Kyle What Z lenses are missing in the line up? Nikons been around long time ,glad "young people" are coming around.
Aren't there external recording options available/
The last time I checked file sizes, NRAW is similar to BRAW which is similar to ProRes 4:2:2 HQ in terms of bit rates. Now ProRes RAW has crazy big files. That’s a very different situation. As far as the cost of cards, a 512GB CFExpress card runs about $130 these days, but try buying a v90 SD card of the same size. Those are north of $500. CFExpress has become very affordable.
Where did you find 512gb for $130?
You said Sony gear is cheaper than Nikon? Did i really hear it right ?!!
What camera do you use day to day? and how long did you use the camera.
What was your experience using the adapted Sony lenses on the Nikon? Curious to see if using lenses like that viltrox 16 is worth it :)
I need to find an E to Z adapter! Will report back.
I really like the Viltrox 16mm. Very very nice lens, especially for the price. A bit soft on the edges at higher apertures, but honestly to be expected. Sad it was a full moon this week, cuz I really wanna get some Astro with it. Will report back!
They are going to sell a literal crap ton of these cameras...I can't wait to get my hands on one!
Thanks. This was the first video of yours I’ve watched. Was waiting for the release. Anything about this camera you don’t like for astrophotography? Thx. Subscribed too.
I haven’t had a chance to do Astro with it yet. Only clear nights it was full or near-full moon. Going to try it out this weekend though!
This is a must buy for me. The video specs are unmatched and photography wise the camera is amazing. I can ramp up my transition from stills to a hybrid shooter. Knowing Nikon in the next year or so there will be some goodies in terms of firmware updates and I can’t wait for it! 🤩
Would love to see a video about the AF settings. I ordered a Z6iii to record my daughter's wedding and some additional tips would be great for set up.
BTW She does have a professional photographer doing the pictures but the local options for videotaping were not great. I am not trying to cut out or think I could do better than a professional.
Will put something together!
Best Camera Budget. Excellent photo/vidéo
Bro y'all need to stop the crap that Nikon needs saving, they've been doing just fine recently...and you can't expect them them have a comparable lens line uo to Sony just yet. They lens they do have are excellent though
Can you explain which lenses you mis from the Nikon Z mount? Are you are expecting that Nikon full open their mount as Sony did, simply because when they began mirrorless the didn’t have lenses? Please explain which focal length and aperture you mis?
What I see is that you expect Viltrox, Samyang/ Rokinon, Tamron and Sigma release all their lenses in the Z mount. The issue is that many of this manufacturers does not see place in the Z mount.
The only lenses I can think are f1.4 primes and 70 - 200 f4.0. The Tamron, Viltrox and Sigma are simply complementing Nikon.
I’d very much like a 16-35 f2.8, a 35 f/1.4, and more compact lenses in general. I also really love Sony’s newer compact G zooms
And Sony opening their mount makes the selection much more robust and affordable, which is what attracts a lot of people to the system.
Again, optically the Nikon glass is incredible, and they’ve expanded the offering very nicely in recent years. But they’re still behind Sony (which is understandable because they got a head start)
The 35mm f1.4 should come out this week.
The nearest zoom range would be the Nikon 17-28mm f2.8 (yes I know it’s a Tamron in disguise but it is still a similar zoom range)
with the Z 70-180 2.8, you don't need a 70-200 f/4
@@kylemeshna Not sure if Nikon will do a 16-35 f2.8, but a 35 f1.2 is on the roadmap. I would not be surprised to see it this year. Nikon should make some wide primes below 20mm f1.8.
Could not agree with you more! I have a Z5 and I’ve been waiting for this camera since I bought it!
Fun video and good points, clearly people in the comments havent watched the video. Nikon is also 3rd in global sales behind Sony and Canon . so while its not going away(which you said yourself), they have room to grab market share and have the better shot over Fuji or lumix
Appreciate you actually listening what I had to say 😅
Glad you mentioned lens selection as still an issue compared to competitors. My favorite focal length is 28mm and until Nikon makes a 28mm fast high quality prime lens, I will not be buying a Nikon again. Nikon has talked a good game about opening up their lens mount to 3rd parties but the jury is still out on that. All that said, I'm excited to Nikon making strides with their camera tech and I hope the z6III is a big success so there's more chance of Nikon being a system I return to. I shot Nikon in the DSLR days and I still love their ergonomics and sharp lenses.
What about shutter speed? Is it the best for today?
8000 mechanical and 16000 electronic with a 9ms readout speed, ya it’s up there
@@csc-photohey, where did you get that readout speed, do you know a Site where you can compare the readout speeds of different sensors ?
@@csc-photohey, where did you get that readout speed, do you know a Site where you can compare the readout speeds of different sensors ?
I’ve ordered a Z6iii. But I can see me getting annoyed by the flippy screen bumping the HDMI cable for my external monitor.
I already have this annoyance high on my list of cons for a more in depth review. You can still open the screen, but it blocks the screen from being in the ideal position if you have the camera held with your elbows at 90 degrees
Sony loses when it comes to slow firmware updates, small E-mount, and slow adoption of cfexpress type b cards. In terms of speed, the Z6 III 120 fps burst mode does not encounter buffer issues like how the A9 III does. Hands down Z6 III is best in class atm.
Thats bcos A9iii captures 120fps raw where as Z6iii captures JPegs
@@abhinkv88 LOL look at the price difference!
@@abhinkv88geezus. $5000 difference though!
@@abhinkv88 The Z6III can do 20fps raw with zero buffering issues. So the only limit is battery life and memory card space. While the A9iii can do 120fps raw for like 2 seconds lol. 2 seconds is pathetic.
@@skyfire369 Yes, I agree with u on that point. But the old A9 had the same capabilities back in 2017, which you can get it for 1500$ from used market
Name a popular or widely used lens that isn't available for the Z mount? Lens size is a plus because Nikon doesn't skimp on quality, like focus breathing. If this camera had a Canon or Sony label it would be all over CZcams as the greatest at that price.
Your last point kinda confirms my thesis. And I agree that this is probably now the best at the price
I do want a video breaking down the autofocus system.
Will do!
Saving Nikon For Get On Top Again. .. 😊
Where are those mountains? they are beautiful
Wyoming
Just one feature is holding me back from jumping in with Nikon , direct ssd recording via USB C , not with Atmos Ninja . Holding my horses till s1H mark 2 comes out
Plus, there is no dual recording. That is a disaster waiting to happen.
@@nigerian-nightmare I wasn't aware of that... Looks like it has few good shortcomings
@@nigerian-nightmare on the contrary s5iix doesn't do full frame 60fps in 4k .....Good lord !!!!!
Which one do you suggest
Z6iii vs s5iix 😅
@@dwanelkemprai4983 The S5iix offers a better dynamic range, dual recording, the ability to shoot to an external SD card, the ability to shoot open gates, and a shutter angle and waveform for monitoring. The autofocus on x5IIX may be better than Z6III since Z6III autofocus sits between z6II and Z8, and S5IIX autofocus is on par with Z8. The 60p crop on S5IIX is down-sampled from 6K, resulting in sharp and crisp footage. Don't forget IBIS; you can shoot BRAW with S5IIX, producing a smooth color grading experience with Danvici. I assume you use Davinci; if you are not, I will encourage you to switch as soon as possible.
The only thing that Z6III can do better is 6k60p without a crop. So, if you anticipate doing a lot of slow-motion shooting, you should consider Z6III. Otherwise, s5IIX is a better video camera for me.
@@dwanelkemprai4983 The S5iix offers a better dynamic range, dual recording, the ability to shoot to an external SD card, the ability to shoot open gates, and a shutter angle and waveform for monitoring. The autofocus on x5IIX may be better than Z6III since Z6III autofocus sits between z6II and Z8, and S5IIX autofocus is on par with Z8. The 60p crop on S5IIX is down-sampled from 6K, resulting in sharp and crisp footage. Don't forget IBIS; you can shoot BRAW with S5IIX, producing a smooth color grading experience with Danvici. I assume you use Davinci; if you are not, I will encourage you to switch as soon as possible.
The only thing that Z6III can do better is shoot 6k60p RAW internally without a crop, which is a big deal if you ask me. So, if you anticipate doing a lot of slow-motion shooting, you should consider Z6III. Otherwise, s5IIX is a better all-around video camera for me.
I am happy that so many people are calling you for your clickbait bullshit. Not gonna bother watching the video. Nikon doesn't need saving.
Love Nikon!
This has better DR than a R6II right? I mean Canon isn’t known for great DR
Dude, Nikon doesn't need saving. They're fine . Really. I don't know were you people get this rubbish!
So you didn’t actually watch the video?
Come on, get real. Nikon is trailing behind Sony and canon
@@kylemeshnadude, Z mount has like 50 lenses. Can adapt E mount lenses too. Nikon doesn’t restrict camera performance with 3rd party lenses either. The 50 1.2 has no compromises like the Sigma version (focus breathing). And weight? Maybe Sony users need to hit the gym. Because 400 gram difference is not a lot. Your morning crap weighs more.
Nikon needs a 500-700$ small good video camera to bring new costumers. This one will sell to old costumers and thats it
Very balanced review. Will be interesting to see future Nikon camera releases, especially with their partial stacked sensors.
Nikon hopefully will update the APSC range. They should not allow Fuji, Canon and Sony to have that APSC market.
Exactly what happened to me, shot Nikon for 8 years but then needed video and then pandemic hit, all of my work went video and they had no decent options, then the A7s3 got released and I had to drop 2xD850, my 14, 28, 50, 24-70, 105 & 70-200 just to pay for the Sony and 3 lenses (Sigma not Sony). Just too late to the game
Z8 or Z6 iii ?
What type of stuff do you shoot?
@@kylemeshna portraits
@@gurugamer8632 then go z8 for higher resolution. Alternatively a D850 is an excellent buy right now if you don’t mind outdated video specs.
this is a really dumb video, and I don't usually leave comments. spending multiple minutes saying the brand needs saving then saying it doesn't is pretty awful
A brand can need to make a change without being dead.
Been watching a lot of camera reviews. One take away and strange trend with all these reviewers the “let me explain”. Every time. 😂
Similar to the trend with tech reviewers first spoken word being “So…”.
Funny how one must have done it and now they all do it. No big deal though. 😊
If Nikon made this a range finder it would be so hot! Good for Nikon with the z6iii, but I think Sony will one up them with the a7v and a7siv.
The dynamic range hit will def not age well, when the a7v or the R6iii is to be released after this (providing they can also shoot raw then)
The low dynamic range HAS been debunked... by Gerold Undone himself in that very same video... in RAW, the camera shows less dynamic range to cameras that don't have RAW, however, that is because the Raw files do not have any baked-in noise reduction, and once you add the same level of noise reduction that the competition has baked in the non-RAW files, the Nikon is equivalent and in some cases better.
Again, Gerold Undone explains this perfectly, and shows the proof, but it is easier to be lazy and just parrot one part of his comments without taking into account everything else he said about it right after.
Save the brand? Lol,
Just a heads up Nikon fanboys are hardcore, better speak good about them it’s what tickles their ears if you don’t they will thumbs down hard. 😅
Lmao. Let’s be honest, all the brand fanboys are hardcore. Wild cuz I do speak good about them in this video too!
What you meaning behind save , Nikon is doing really good , and this is why I don't subscribe to drama channels and won't recommend this channel
Wrong question, Nikon is doing fine.
Watch the vid before you comment
Silly clickbait title. I wish people would stop with this nonsense.
Just.Buy.This.Camera.
Great vid! That low DR , is a big bummer
The low dynamic range HAS been debunked... by Gerold Undone himself in that very same video... in RAW, the camera shows less dynamic range to cameras that don't have RAW, however, that is because the Raw files do not have any baked-in noise reduction, and once you add the same level of noise reduction that the competition has baked in the non-RAW files, the Nikon is equivalent and in some cases better.
Again, Gerold Undone explains this perfectly, and shows the proof, but it is easier to be lazy and just parrot one part of his comments without taking into account everything else he said about it right after.
Save Nikon ?????? Is Nikon in trouble? I don't think, so why do drama? Clikbait? 😞
So you didn’t watch the video?
So you didn’t watch the video
You keep on saying behind Sony do you even remember when we adopted Canon and Nikon Mount lenses on Sony
Crappy Sony colors , crappy back non touch screen , color shifting pics and evf, half baked image stabilization, 8bit cropped video with no lock in focus and worse ergonomic.
First you need to stop being Fan boy when reviewing products
1: Nikon has one of The largest lens Collection 1950 onwards F Mount lenses even when you remove Ai versions and much more affordable than Sony’s
There is a reason people use Nikon for wildlife and Sony users adopt Nikon F Mount bird/ airplane photography lenses do you know WHY because Sony is missing crucial lenses dahhh.
Vibration control and Image stability is the best in Nikon neither Canon nor Sony even come close I bet you didn’t rest that by sitting on the desk.
Nikon has far better autofocus in video recording plus has been class leading in video mode since launching mirrorless cameras.
Ergonomic are not subjective Nikon and Canon Cameras are the best period Sony doesn’t even come close.
Touch to focus and touch class leading in Nikon
Weather sealing class leading in Nikon
Well layed out buttons that all old generations owners can relate to plus customizable.
Ohhh let me tell how about you buy a Nikon 17-35 2.8 that Sony users use to adapt or 17-55 2.8 or the 16-80 2.8-4 orrrr the 16-35 F4 F Mount that is if you can’t afford the legendary 14-24 2.8 or the 14-30 F4 Z Mount personally I’d take 20mm 1.8 any day or the 16mm Viltrox 1.8 or 20mm 1.8 for $250 and move my legs if I crave this range
So may I say what the H**l are you talking about! 😂 I guess I’m a Nikon fanboy lol did I forget that Nikon color contrast 3D pop you can’t get it on Sony yeah you can sit for an hr to fix in post if your time is not meaningful to you.
Plzzzz I know you put a lot of work into creating video YT content better be non biased.
Hogwash. Nikin does not need saving.
So you didn’t watch the video
Pretty sure Nikon is not in trouble, but great clickbait for your video. Stick to making these rad videos, not scrub based headlines
Well well, it's 2500 Dollars in the US and 3000€ (!) in the EU. It's way, way more expensive than the z6 and z6ii at launch. I'm not buying it right now. For 2500€ it would've been a no brainer...
Clickbait!
Thanks for commenting before actually watching
@@kylemeshna I did watch it, then I commented :)
More clickbait. The same nonsense was said before, and yet Nikon bought RED. This is what you get when you have ZERO financial insight into their company, earnings, revenue, AUM, cash, etc. Nikon was the best selling camera brand in Japan and most of Asia thanks to the Z9, Z8. Zf. and the Z6 III will continue that trend.
Clearly you didnt watch the video
Why are Nikon shooters so sensitive and quick to bully anyone who says something negative about Nikon cameras? You all need to relax. It's great that Nikon is finally catching up, but once Sony and Canon announce their new lineups, Nikon will likely fall behind again. I know I will be getting Z6III just to be able to shoot 6k60 RAW initially like my Black Magic. Other than that, this camera has nothing to offer; other cameras have not been doing for years now.
Crazy thing is this video is so positive about Nikon lol. I love the z6iii
@@kylemeshna I know. Some of them ignored all the positive stuff you said and latched on to one little comment you made that wasn't even a knock on Nikon.
Stabilization falls short of Sony ...really...you are the one who claim this
Yes. I found the image stabilization to be worse for video than my Sony FX3
Actually stabilization like sony is what i want , coz sometimes i need handheld shoot , n sony stabilization result is the most natural looks
Save Nikon ! Really 😂
No need to save the brand, Nikon is buying brands like RED. Nikon is doing great.
I literally go over this in the video...
Video is spelled V-I-D-E-O not V-I-D-O-E
😏 got’m
You lost me at “may save the brand”. Tell me you don’t shoot Nikon without telling me you don’t shoot Nikon.
Lost me when you didn’t watch the video before commenting
@@kylemeshnaoh I did anyway. But look at all the flak you’re getting for making the comment.
I don't have to even watch the Video to tell everyone why this is a very IMPORTANT camera for Nikon. All their Cropped sensor cameras are becoming severely outdated by comparison to the competition. I highly doubt the Z9 is currently having big sales due to the success of the Nikon Z8. But even on Sale, The Z8 it's rarely a Best Seller and or Top Seller anymore. Doubts are that Nikon will even Replace the Z7ii. So with the year almost Half over, what the sales of the Nikon Z6iii becomes or NOT could indeed be the most Important Camera for Nikon, Right Now. What else does anything think they will do this YEAR.
Amazing click bait title.. bravo
Another comment before actually watching. Bravo
Nikon fills a market segment where previous models were not competitive against the competition. But is it too late?
In recent years, many photographers and photo enthusiasts have chosen to abandon the brand in favor of Sony, Canon, and Fuji. It's evident that since the production of mirrorless cameras began, Nikon has fallen behind.
The new Nikon Z6 III seems to be an excellent camera on paper.
Personally, I've always used Nikon, with their extraordinary DSLRs. I've also worked with the Nikon Z6 II professionally, but I found it unreliable for eye detection autofocus, etc. Consequently, I switched to Sony and, staying in the same segment, I find the Sony 7 IV exceptional. Moreover, Sony's lens lineup is very extensive. Despite Nikon's high-quality build, viewfinder, and display, I won't go back.
I think too much importance is given to technology. Personally, what I look for in a professional camera is reliable autofocus, quality, and feel. With Sony, for years, I've been able to get what I had with Nikon DSLRs.
I still hope that Nikon achieves the success it deserves with this new camera, but I think the competition is very fierce and that it's difficult for those who have switched to other brands to decide to go back, especially for economic reasons.
Well I will stay with the D850.
You should try a Z8. Great camera, definite replacement for the D850. Rent one try it out. No more focus recompose like you do with the D850. Blackout free shooting, Great for wildlife, birding and sports. The Z8 used is a great bargain too.
If you don’t shoot video the D850 is a great camera, and a half the price of a Z8/9
ナイコン言うな！
Nikon Australia is ripping off Australian consumers.... RRP $2500usd converted to AUD is approx $3740aud. Yet Z6iii being sold in Australia for $4499!!
I noticed that too. Seems like an Australian market tactic for new releases, then after initial enthusiast sales are exhausted the price will drop. Currently one can buy a Sony A7RV for the same AUD4500 price, that is not helping Nikon for potential brand switchers.
Same in Europe. They priced it at 2999€ which is around 3100$. Insane.
@@davidwood5663 And Canon have all their prices reduced. Can get a R6ii for $3000
@@photo2000 R6ii does not compare as well it needs a price reduction.
To be honest, I never looked at Nikon because of the screen. I thought they were being stubborn for not doing a flip screen just like how stubborn their fan base are. Now its all good.
Flippy screen
@@bentonbrightwell8953 Need a screen that does both!!!
Heard the part when he said "Save Nikon". Typed this comment, disliked then stopped watching.
Ok Cartman
Sony user ? You sound and talk like one.
No, not worth it out side usa, too expensive if not paying in USD. approx 40% extra in Europe and Asia pacific .
Wait a few months and the price will drop.