Z f

This Zf is an awesome retro camera a reminder of the good old past. Not sure what the " f " stands for.When power is off & camera is shaken a bit you'll hear a rattle noise inside the body, some say this is due to the anti-vibration mechanism. The noise disappears when power is on. Other models don't do this. When you choose 3 x 3 or 4 x 4 grid lines on the menu they don't show up on the viewfinder or monitor screen. Some of the nice Z lenses have plastic mounts while others have metal mounts. What ever happened to "Made in Japan" , what you're seeing now is "Made in Thailand or China" on the labels. I gave 4 stars instead of 5 due to reasons above .

I have been a Nikon shooter since my photojournalism classes at NIUi on film and an FM. My first pro camera was a N90s. I then jumped in early with the Kodak N90 digital. Too soon as the internet couldn’t handle the large files. I still have my D’s and still love my 850. The zf was purchased as a street camera for exploring Chicago. I love the look of the camera I love the click when you press the shutter button, but what is really amazing is how good the exposures are with this camera. I also bought an SB 5000 flash in the pair are truly amazing. I’ve always been blown away by Nikons ability to get the exposure right with flash. I have been using the system like I said for 40 years one truly great thing that separates Nikon apart from others is the fact that I can still use my old F Mount lenses on the newest camera even if I need an adapter now with mirrorless that I will never shoot with anything other than Nikon. Most fun I’ve had in decades shooting again.

I have found the Zf to be a great camera and fun to use! I love having the dials again it is a kick to use them, but have the other options too. The only thing that is a pain is the micro memory card I'm always afraid that I will drop it or it will get lost it is so tiny.

I really like my D850, and now I'm also really liking the ZF, especially because of its retro style.

For me, as a full time professional photographer for 42 years, the ZF was the camera I didn’t know I was waiting for. An absolute joy to use and image quality from this sensor is fantastic. The few issues I had were quickly solved with a firmware update. Couldn’t be happier with a camera.

Tremendous files from this camera

So much fun to use, and even as much as people love it, it's probably still underrated. Love the colors and versatility. With the 40mm SE lens it can be a daily carry that's easy to bring anywhere, but can absolutely handle some bigger glass where you'll really get the best out of the sensor. I love it with the 50 1/.8 S. Also very capable with video.

The Nikon ZF is more than just a camera, it’s an invitation to fall in love with photography all over again. What impressed me the most is how it beautifully combines powerful, modern capabilities with a classic, retro-inspired design that truly evokes the spirit of taking photos.With the new Firmware 2.0, Nikon has pushed this camera to another level. The auto-focus for birds is remarkably precise, making wildlife photography so much more intuitive and rewarding. On top of that, the introduction of Nikon Recipes opens up a whole new creative dimension, allowing us to explore and apply impressive community-driven styles directly in-camera.Whether you’re chasing fast-moving subjects, experimenting with artistic looks, or simply enjoying the tactile experience of shooting, the Nikon ZF delivers a perfect balance between technology, creativity, and passion for photography.

The Zf is such a fun and versatile camera—ideal for walking around when I just want to enjoy photography without carrying a big, intimidating setup. It’s lighter, less assuming, yet still absolutely feature-packed.I love the retro styling, which instantly takes me back to my original Nikon F2 from 1973 when I was at RIT studying professional photography. That nostalgic design paired with modern performance makes shooting with it a joy.The latest firmware update has been a game-changer for me. Since I shoot manual with auto ISO, being able to use the exposure compensation dial seamlessly while still keeping auto ISO and use the manual dial for ISO and return to auto ISO is fantastic. It’s made the experience so much smoother.Every day I discover new functions and creative options. The Zf feels lighter in hand, and with the compact 28mm retro-style lens, it both looks and performs beautifully. I’ve also paired it with several of my other lenses with excellent results. Low light is no problem at all, and I absolutely love being able to switch instantly to black and white—a feature I never bothered with on the Z8, but now I can’t get enough of it. Back in the days of my F2 or even my D5, I could never preview black and white through the viewfinder. This feels like magic!The build quality is outstanding, and I feel completely confident that weather will never be an issue. All in all, it’s the perfect everyday carry camera—stylish, capable, and just plain fun.