I really wish they made it so that the Fn1/Fn2/Fn3 buttons were full customizable, right now only the Fn1 button is so I have to choose between setting it to focus mode or white balance selector but I can’t do both, they have this feature present on the Nikon z6II and Z7II, those are settings I change all the time while shooting weddings so I just wish they could be next to each other and also be able to keep the customization options as consistent as they can among their mirrorless lineup, ****Firmware update perhaps ; )****

For longstanding loyal Nikon DSLR users the industry move to mirrorless splinters opinions on Nikon Z offerings depending on the applicable use. While it can be argued otherwise, for a good proportion of Nikon DSLR users there has not yet been a worthy nikon Z camera body.The response upon launch of the Z9 could be said supports how I feel -- not even considering any prior Z body close to not just the flagship pro bodies but also others like the D850 and D500 and others.Like so many others I purchased a Z9. While it brings significant new progressive features how capable is the Z9 to hold the position of the current flagship model? This is still to be determined given choices that are regressive when compared to prior flagship pro bodies.For this reason I can't give the Z9 5 stars -- not yet anyway.The body is a nice size compared to all other "toy" sized Z bodies though for me a slightly larger body for the Z9 would have been more welcomed. Some aspects of the materials don't provide the same touch and feel of prior pro flagships - it is a bit lightweight not that that should be assumed negatively.The lock mechanism on the storage card slots is awkward and I can imagine more likely to break over time.Besides the built-in grip, the looks are somewhat similar to the other Z models -- a step backward from the ergonomic and aesthetic appeal of the DSLR's.Fortunately for me XQD cards and older EN-EL18x batteries are supported.There's been a lot stated on social media that you really want to use CFExpress type B cards, but I have to say the performance of my XQD cards counters that which has been reported by some.A high quality CFExpress card obviously will outperform XQD, but I wonder how much Nikon reps are downplaying use of existing XQD cards -- my experience shows XQD cards not only fully capable of 20FPS, 30FPS, 120FPS but with buffer performance twice that others have reported rivaling that off some cheaper CFExpresss cards. 8k video recording no problem either.Still need to give the Z9 more opportunities to see how close it can truly be considered flagship status -- perhaps that is premature to declare.

Definatly Nikon's best body ever , it does everything as promised & more...outstanding ! The best Nikon I've ever owned & I've owned many since 1970 .

I've yet to buy any camera system that lives up to the fantastic marketing company's employ, but this one is as close as it gets. I'm really impressed, especially with the Subject AF tracking, the menu setup, and the capabilities of this new camera. This is a game changer.

As a long time Nikon pro shooter who went through the whole Nikon DSLR range starting from the D3 onwards till the D5 and D850 pair, I was fortunate to receive my Z9 on launch day.
It took just 30 mins of shooting dogs running in a park to see how amazing the new AF system is to make the decision to go all in and switch completely to mirrorless.
I put my D5/ D850 plus their respective F mount lenses up for sale and am waiting for my 2nd Z9 body which I hope to be able to get soon!

it's a pleasure knowing that I have a state of the art camera. Nikon took the time to do it right - video, autofocus, sensor sophistication and processing speed and power. i have had the Z9 for three weeks and I continue to discover new capabilities as I learn how to use it. bravo Nikon!

Poor quality control. The 1st memory card slot is defective and contacting NPS has been a waste of time. I regret buying the Z9.

I received my Z9 in time for a planned trip to Africa (Thank you Nikon!) and I've been shooting with it now going on three weeks. I'm completely blown away! I have been using an adaptive 500mm F/4 with the FTZ mount and the camera is well balance and extremely comfortable to use in the field. The menu layout, controls, and customizable buttons are classic Nikon, and the image quality is superb. As a Wildlife Photographer who primary photographs birds this camera is fast on focus, locks on to the subject tenaciously, and puts keeper after keeper on the card. Bravo to all those at Nikon who made this product a reality!

In every way, the Z9 lives up to and surpasses every expectation I had for it. After shooting several thousand frames with it on a multi-day action sports job this past weekend, there was not a single aspect of the camera that left me wanting. AF is nothing short of incredible - not even only compared to previous Z cameras. It just doesn't miss. Speed is next-level. Ergonomics and control layout are magnificent, even if it might take a bit to adjust to the relocation of certain buttons from other Z cameras. Endurance is astounding - after 1,400 frames and a few minutes of video, it still showed 3 of 5 bars of battery. There is honestly, legitimately not a single thing I didn't like about it.If you can get ahold of one, you will have finally acquired a truly universal camera. It can do anything and it excels at everything.