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Nikon Z 8 Black Mirrorless Digital Camera - 1695

Model # 1695
Abt # Z8-BODY
UPC # 018208016952
  • 45.7MP Stacked CMOS Sensor
  • 8K/60p and 4K/120p Video Capabilities
  • 3.2" TFT Touch Screen LCD Display
  • Camera Body Only
  • Compact, Lightweight Design
  • EXPEED 7 Processing Engine
  • All-electronic Shutter With No Moving Parts
  • Pre-release Capture To Recover Missed Shots
  • 5-axis Image Stabilization Built Into The Body
  • Nikon's Most Advanced Autofocus System
  • Skin Softening, Portrait Impression Balance And Improved White Balance Features
  • 12-bit N-RAW and ProRes RAW Recording
  • Black Finish
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Nikon Z8-BODY Z 8 Black Mirrorless Digital Camera

The ultimate hybrid camera. Powerful video and still photography capabilities. Video features include 12-bit 8K/60p and 4K/120p RAW plus 10-bit ProRes 422 HQ internal video recording; Photography features include a 45.7MP stacked CMOS sensor, a silent, vibration-free electronic shutter, 120 fps burst shooting and a blackout-free viewfinder. Fast, accurate AF with subject detection powered by deep learning. Professional build and operation. Smart connectivity. All in a brilliant compact, lightweight modular design.

Features

  • 12-bit N-RAW
    Up to 8K/60p and 4K/120p.

    All the depth and detail of 12-bit RAW in a file half the size of ProRes RAW HQ files.
  • 12-bit ProRes RAW HQ
    Up to 4K/60p
    A professional go-to for its flexibility, consistency and practicality when editing footage taken by different types of cameras all using this codec.
  • 10-bit ProRes 422 HQ
    Up to 4K/60p
    An industry standard for its rich depth and detail, easy grading and flexibility to edit on-the-go from a laptop.
  • Full HD Proxy Files
    Simultaneously created in-camera when shooting in ProRes RAW and N-RAW, making editing footage a quicker and smoother process.
  • Collapse N-Log Profile
    Utilizes extensive color depth and dynamic range to give more control over the look of your final footage.
  • Compact & Lightweight
    Hold the camera more comfortably and move around more smoothly. Take advantage of a lighter camera system when shooting on a gimbal, with fewer cables and less setup time.
  • Pro Audio
    Capture 24 bit linear PCM sound right to the memory card alongside your footage. Compatible with professional XLR microphones using Tascam’s digital adapter CA-XLR2d-AN (sold separately).
  • Expandable with Accessories
    Nikon proudly partners with leading innovative brands to minimize the gear you need for a shoot and bring the best experience to the Z 8.

A dream for photography. 45.7MP stills, more flexible than ever.

  • RAW 14-bit
    Capture the full dynamic range, color and image information captured by the Z 8’s exceptional 45.7MP full-frame sensor.
  • High Efficiency RAW 14-bit
    Retain the outstanding image quality of traditional RAW with approximately 1/3 smaller file size.
  • HEIF 10-bit
    Richer tonal gradation than JPEG with increased luminance at a comparable file size. Great for stills and creating 8K HLG time-lapse videos in-camera.
  • JPEG 8-bit
    Applies all of the camera settings to the file for smaller file sizes and quick, easy use.
  • Blazing fast frame rates.
    With unrivaled burst speeds and a seemingly bottomless buffer the Z 8 gives you the edge when photographing birds, sports, weddings and once-in-a-lifetime moments.
    • 20 fps RAW and JPEG
    • 30 fps JPEG Fine
    • 60 fps JPEG Normal DX Crop Mode
    • 120 fps 11MP JPEG
  • All-electronic shutter with no moving parts.
    Performs at lighting-fast speeds with no vibration, noise or wear and tear and virtually no rolling shutter distortion.
  • Recover the shots you missed with Pre-Release Capture.
    The Z 8 can record the moments before and after you actually press the shutter release button, saving shots that would otherwise have been missed.
  • Beautiful portraits made easy.
    • Skin Softening
      Easily make skin look its best while keeping eyes and hair tack-sharp. Works for up to 3 subjects in a shot.
    • Portrait Impression Balance
      Simple, precise control over the hues and brightness, all optimized for skin tones.
    • Improved White Balance
      Manual adjustments are faster and more intuitive, and Auto WB has been optimized for human subjects.
  • Taking a shot in the dark is no longer a shot in the dark
    • Illuminated Buttons
      Major buttons are softly illuminated for easier operation in the dark.
    • Image Frame Display
      Easily confirm your composition with a thin line indicating the image frame.
    • Viewfinder Brightness
      Optimize the brightness of the EVF with Lo1 or Lo2 to reduce eye strain.
    • Warm Display Colors
      Preserve your night vision with warm red menu tones and reduced brightness.
    • Starlight View
      AF detection range expands to -9.0 EV* and display optimizes for confirming of point light sources.
  • Nikon’s most advanced autofocus system.
    • Sophisticated AF algorithm.
      Developed using deep learning technology.
    • Performs in extreme low light.
      Focus all the way down to -9.0 EV2.
    • Combines subject detection and 3D tracking.
      Follows the fastest, most erratic subjects.
  • Fast. Accurate.
    • Eye AF for Videos and Stills
      Lock on to the eyes of people, pets and birds, even when they’re small in the frame, covered by hair, glasses or goggles, right-side up or upside down.
    • Custom Focus Areas
      Wide-area AF offers 20 custom options for defining your focus area.* Ensure the bride and groom are in sharp focus, even when wedding guests are in the foreground.
    • Enhanced Low-light Focusing
      Subject detection and AF work all the way down to -6.5 EV. Activate Starlight Mode, and focus all the way down to -9 EV.
  • Z mount: Bigger. Better.
    • Edge-to-Edge Sharpness
      With more light reaching the sensor, fine details and textures are captured faithfully across the entire frame, from corner to corner.
    • Dreamy Bokeh
      NIKKOR Z lenses transform out-of-focus areas into a smooth, beautiful blur that makes subjects stand out.
    • More Light Gathering
      With the largest full-frame mount of any mirrorless system, Z series lenses have larger rear elements that deliver more light to the sensor.
    • Reduced Focus Breathing
      Many NIKKOR Z lenses all but eliminate focus breathing, maintaining a consistent viewing angle while pulling focus in videos.
    • Faster Lens-to-Camera Communication
      The wide diameter of the Z mount accommodates more communication points, enabling larger amounts of metering and autofocus data to be shared between the lens and camera.
  • Use DSLR lenses with no loss of image quality.
    Attach the FTZ II Mount Adapter (sold separately) and use over approximately 360 Nikon F-Mount lenses with no loss of image quality and all the benefits of the Z 8’s extraordinary sensor, image processing and in-body image stabilization.
  • In-body stabilization means every lens has VR.
    The Z 8 has 5.5 stops of 5-axis image stabilization built right into its body (6.0 stops3 when using a NIKKOR Z lens that supports Synchro VR4). That means even prime lenses get the benefits of VR for steadier video footage, more low-light capabilities and sharper results overall.
  • Fast, convenient connectivity.
    • Wi-Fi®
      Wirelessly transfer images to your smartphone, computer or even an FTP server.
    • Bluetooth® Remotely control the Z 8 from a smartphone, sync timecodes among compatible devices and more.
    • Full-Size HDMI
      Output clean, full resolution footage straight to an external monitor or capture device.
  • Pro workflow.
    • Two USB Type C Ports
      One USB data connector (SuperSpeed USB) for file transfers and connecting accessories, another dedicated for charging and providing constant power.
    • Network Menu
      Dedicated tab giving you quick access to key settings.
    • 1000BASE-T Wired-LAN
      The USB Type C data connector port supports IEEE 802.3ab gigabit Ethernet with a compatible adapter.
    • 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi®
      Upload images to a secure FTP server straight from the camera.

Footnotes:

  • 1 As of May 10, 2023, among mirrorless cameras incorporating an image sensor with 30 megapixels or larger, based on Nikon research.
  • 2 In photo mode, AF-S, focus position center, ISO 100, f/1.2 lens, 20°C/68°F.
  • 3 As of May 10, 2023, the following lenses are compatible with Synchro VR: NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S, NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S, NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S, NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S, NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S, NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S, and NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S.
  • 4 Based on CIPA Standards. When using the telephoto end of the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S with NORMAL mode.
  • *In photo mode, AF-S, ISO 100, f/1.2 lens, 20°C/68°F
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • This camera supports advanced video formats including 12-bit 8K at 60p and 4K at 120p RAW recording. It also records 10-bit ProRes 422 HQ internally up to 4K 60p, and simultaneously creates Full HD proxy files for smoother editing workflows. MOV, MP4, and NEV file formats are supported, providing professional-grade video capture capabilities.
  • It includes 5-axis image stabilization built into the camera body, providing up to 5.5 stops of compensation, which enhances handheld shooting and video stability. When paired with compatible lenses supporting Synchro VR, stabilization can reach up to 6 stops.
  • The autofocus system is a hybrid of phase-detection and contrast AF with AF assist, powered by a sophisticated algorithm developed using deep learning technology. It performs exceptionally well in low light (down to -9 EV), supports subject detection and 3D tracking, and offers Eye AF for people, pets, and birds even in challenging conditions.
  • Compatible memory cards include SD (Secure Digital) and UHS-II compliant SDHC and SDXC cards, as well as CFexpress Type B and XQD type memory cards, providing versatile and fast storage options suitable for high-resolution photos and high-bitrate video recording.
  • Connectivity features include Wi-Fi for wireless transfer of images and remote control, Bluetooth for remote camera control and device syncing, full-size HDMI output for external monitors or capture devices, two USB Type-C ports (one for data transfer/connectivity and one dedicated for charging/power supply), and support for gigabit Ethernet via USB adapter, enabling fast and versatile workflows.