Z 9

I'm an avid amateur bird photographer, as well as a lifelong Nikon enthusiast. I've been reading Z9 reviews since the camera was first launched and decided to get one at the end of November 2023. It is, simply put, a fantastic camera. Firmware 4.1 did the trick for me. I own 2 other Nikon DSLRs: a D5 and D850, both also fantastic cameras. The Z9 is my main camera and I use it with a 500mm PF lens (and FTZ II adapter).

The manufacturing and design are impressive. The performance is equally impressive.

After using the excellent D850 this camera was so far ahead! I was able to greatly increase the keeper rate of my favorite birds in flight pictures locking on the eye. The AI is amazing! I do wish for a 1.2 crop feature in a future firmware upgrade. This was there on the D850 which enabled me to use my 500mm pf lens as a light 600mm while retaining adequate megapixels and increasing memory card capacity. I have used this on the D850 a lot.

I am still getting used to the Z9, but so far, it's incredible. I shoot mostly wildlife where focal speed is critical, this is where this camera excels. There is lots to learn and I am excited to do so. Hands down the best camera I have owned. This camera is retiring my D500 which has served me well. I took out to take photos of motocross riders, loved the results.

Amazing camera that increased my capture rate for birds and sports. This is well thought out professional camera. I took 1 star off because I wish the banks would keep you settings instead of being a bookmark of every change I make. I created a work around but hope this will be in a future update.

Coming from a D850, I waited for this camera while some of my friends jumped brands. I’m glad I waited. I love the controls and lay out on this camera. The regular firmware is Nikons commitment to constant improvement and customer support. It weather and dust sealing is a big plus for an outdoors photographer. The Z9’s AF is amazing and getting better all the time. I shoot wildlife and birds. Paired with the Nikon’s 800mm Z mount lens my images are better and sharper than they where when I shot the 850 and my old 600mm f/4. I would recommend the Z9 to anyone looking for a pro level camera, it is well worth the investment.

I purchased the Z9 to replace my D850 and I have not been disappointed. I had a Z6 and I found the delay for 'initiation' was slow and the autofocus was not that impressive, so I had my concerns. The Z8 had also just been launched and after reading the reviews I opted for the Z9, and I have not been disappointed. The autofocus is extremely good and from the time I press the shutter button the camera is ready to go - there is no delay. The camera handles well, it feels solid, but light, and though some of the buttons have moved locations it is still easy to use. I have used it for portraits, and sports and I find the quality of the images to be very good and consistent.

Great camera great company it's awesome

This camera is frankly amazing. I love it and all the updates of firmware really help. I use it primarily for sports and wildlife. The pure speed is why I purchased it. I am awaiting for the firmware to be able to shoot the 100fps in the raw mode. Needlessly to say that my hummingbird, athletic photo's are fantastic. The A.i. look on is tremulous. I know the price may be up there, but we'll worth it