Z 9

I bought my first one in June of 2022 and a Z7ii as a back-up. I never felt as comfortable with the Z7ii as I do with the Z9. So, with this trade up event I just bought another Z9 and couldn't be happier. First, ergonomically it feels great and fits in my hands perfectly. Second the controls are just where I'm used to having them. I came from the D700 and D810 and for the most part I don't have to hunt around, which saves time. The construction of the camera feels solid. Auto focus is quick and accurate. LOVE the sensor shield! The available options on other cameras are standard on the Z9, like the GPS and WiFi options. The weight of the camera is more then I'd like, if walking around for long periods, but the quality of the images I get more than make up for that little issue! It took some time to learn the menu, and am still learning, but worth it!

I've been using the Z9 for two weeks now and I absolutely love it. This is my first mirrorless camera. Two weeks doesn't sound like enough time to give an accurate review, but I've been shooting with Nikon cameras since 1981. I would rank the Z9 at the very top of my list. It is fast, accurate and by far the best autofocusing system that I've ever used. As far as the weight, this is not a heavy camera. For a grip body camera, it fits very well in my hands and feels very comfortable as I'm shooting. I almost bought the Z8, but I'm very happy that I went the extra mile. I have no problem saying that if you're looking for a camera that will excite you as a photographer, this is it!

I've been using the Z9 for two weeks now and I absolutely love it. This is my first mirrorless camera. Two weeks doesn't sound like enough time to give an accurate review, but I've been shooting with Nikon cameras since 1981. I would rank the Z9 at the very top of my list. It is fast, accurate and by far the best autofocusing system that I've ever used. As far as the weight, this is not a heavy camera. For a grip body camera, it fits very well in my hands and feels very comfortable as I'm shooting. I almost bought the Z8, but I'm very happy that I went the extra mile. I have no problem saying that if you're looking for a camera that will excite you as a photographer, this is it!

Stellar camera. Great for sports and action photography. Heavier than my Z8 but worth it for the battery life, especially when taking video or shooting stills using WiFi while shooting.

Stellar camera. Great for sports and action photography. Heavier than my Z8 but worth it for the battery life, especially when taking video or shooting stills using WiFi while shooting.

Phenomenal instrument.Absolutely incredible. Worth every penny and substantially cheaper than my D3x was when new. My most recent cameras are the D3x, Df, and D750, so the technology has changed substantially. The capabilities of the Z9 are light-years advanced from my most recent cameras and while I love all of my Nikon's going all the way back to the S series cameras, this one just amazes me. I still use most of my F-mount cameras going back to my F Photomic FTn. However, the Z9 just may have made the others obsolete. It will, however, take quite awhile to become as proficient (meaning to take advantage of all of it's capabilities) as I was with the F-mount cameras. I am enjoying the learning experience. I'm quite sure that I will soon be adding a suite of Z-mount lenses to my camera bag.

Phenomenal instrument.Absolutely incredible. Worth every penny and substantially cheaper than my D3x was when new. My most recent cameras are the D3x, Df, and D750, so the technology has changed substantially. The capabilities of the Z9 are light-years advanced from my most recent cameras and while I love all of my Nikon's going all the way back to the S series cameras, this one just amazes me. I still use most of my F-mount cameras going back to my F Photomic FTn. However, the Z9 just may have made the others obsolete. It will, however, take quite awhile to become as proficient (meaning to take advantage of all of it's capabilities) as I was with the F-mount cameras. I am enjoying the learning experience. I'm quite sure that I will soon be adding a suite of Z-mount lenses to my camera bag.

It is the flagship for a reason. Speed! High resolution! Picture quality! Love the many function buttons to customize for easy access and setup controls at your fingertips, no need to scroll through menus. Did I say I have two? I was a fan of the D3s and D850. The z9 is the best Nikon I have ever owned. If you are a serious photography, don't accept anything less. The z8 has some similarities but falls short of the z9 with ease of control.

Absolutely love the camera...it is without doubt the biggest advancement in camera technology since the advent of the first 35mm body. Anyone having any other view hasn't figured out how to tame this amazing beast!