By Sebastian Oakley
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Find the best Nikon Z8 deals on the Z powerhouse that's perfect for all types of photography and for 8K video
If you're looking for the best Nikon Z8 deals, you've come to the right place. Since its release on May 10 2023, theNikon Z8 has been one of the most talked aboutfull-frame mirrorless camerasaround. It officially goes on sale on May 25 - but if you want to ensure you get one as soon as you possible, we recommend getting in the queue and pre-ordering one now.
Essentially, the Z8 is aNikon Z9in a regular body (as in, it doesn't have an integrated vertical grip or high-capacity battery). So naturally it packs all the same specs: a 45MP stacked sensor, 8K 60p and 4K 120p video, up to 120fps burst shooting, an exclusively electronic shutter, and intelligent AF built ondeep learning.
Dubbed the ultimate hybrid camera, the Z8 features the same proven sensor, processing, and AF capabilities of the flagship Nikon Z9, but with a new body design that better suits gimbal use, event shooting, and other handheld applications making this 'baby Z9' the perfect option for content creatures looking for a camera that is highly spec'd for both stills and video use.
The 45.7MP BSI stacked CMOS sensor offers a useful combination of resolution, fast readout speeds, impressive clarity, and minimal noise. The stacked design contributes to reduced rolling shutter while the BSI designation ensures improved noise levels when working at the top end of the extended ISO 32-102400 range.
The best Nikon Z8 deals
8K RAW video and 45mp stills makes this a tool for any professional
Sensor: 47MP full-frame CMOS 36 x 24mm | Image processor: Expeed 7 | Lens mount: Z | AF points: 493-Point Phase-Detection AF | ISO range: 64-25,600(expandable to 32-102,400) | Stabilization: 5-axis | Max image size: 8,256 x 5,5504 pixels | Video: 8K UHD at 30p, 24p / 4K UHD at 120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p / 1080p (FullHD) at 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p | Viewfinder: 0.5-inch OLED EVF, 3,690k dots, 100% coverage, 0.8x magnification, 120fps refresh rate | Size: 144 x 118.5 x 83 mm | Weight (body only): 2.0 lb / 910 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
8K 60p video resolution
30% smaller than Z9
Only 1 CF Type B card slot
Interestingly the Z8 completely forgoes a mechanical shutter and uses just an electronic shutter to capture images. The speed of the sensor enables recording at up to 1/32,000 sec and the stacked structure reduces motion distortion for an accurate depiction of fast-moving subjects, like golf clubs and automobiles. Also, despite the absence of a mechanical shutter, flash sync up to 1/200 sec. is still supported as well as high-speed sync functions.
By removing the mechanical shutter, the Z8 can also operate completely silently and there is no worry over mechanical shutter wear or breakdown. A shutter release sound can be added for awareness when a photo is being taken, and the volume can be adjusted to suit different working scenarios.
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Sebastian Oakley
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For nearly two decades Sebastian's work has been published internationally. Originally specializing in Equestrianism, his visuals have been used by the leading names in the equestrian industry such as The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), The Jockey Club, Horse & Hound, and many more for various advertising campaigns, books, and pre/post-event highlights.
He is a Fellow of The Royal Society of Arts, holds a Foundation Degree in Equitation Science, and is a Master of Arts in Publishing. He is a member of Nikon NPS and has been a Nikon user since the film days using a Nikon F5 and saw the digital transition with Nikon's D series cameras and is still to this day the youngest member to be elected into BEWA, The British Equestrian Writers' Association.
He is familiar with and shows great interest in street, medium, and large format photography with products by Leica, Phase One, Hasselblad, Alpa, and Sinar. Sebastian has also used many cinema cameras from the likes of Sony, RED, ARRI, and everything in between. He now spends his spare time using his trusted Leica M-E or Leica M2 shooting Street photography or general life as he sees it, usually in Black and White.
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