Which of Zee's you like?

In this video, I share my thoughts on the three Nikon Z's in my life. Which of these would you choose? The Nikon Z8, the Zf, or the new Z6III?

Edit: at 15:15, mislabeled: No crop in 4K60p. There IS a crop in 4K120p.

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[dpfreedman]

Three cheers for Omar! Youtube's most likeable, down to earth, helpful, and entertaining photography channel.

[vapdoowap]

As a pro photographer, I took the ZF for my personnal work, travel, just because it gives me a smille each time. I’ve starded photography in 80’ so perhaps it’s the reason… Thanks Omar for your very gooood work!!! FUUUN

[PhilJoe]

Omar. I need to say, your sense of humor is amazing. I love you content. Thank you for that!

[CraigEggleton]

Z6iii hit the sweet spot for me. Absolutely loved my time with z8. Switched back to Sony for a bit and when I went back and looked at film and pics and realized how much I loved the Nikon look. Z6 hit the sweet spot for size, price, and capabilities.

[cinemaheist]

you describe the ZF perfectly. It makes you happy... The Z8 is jus the ultimate camera though!

[Bashe]

As a hobbyist who still likes to shoot film I stayed away from DSLR cameras due to the look and feel of them to me they felt cheep and light. I also wasn't interested in changing my photos on a computer . I also like shooting B&W film, so when Nikon came out with the ZF I finally jumped into the digital game and love it!!

[JimKilgo]

Omar, I have been a Fuji shooter since the X-T2 switched from Canon. I have gone thru using the X-T2 to the X-T4 & 5 (which I still have and use) I mainly went with the Fuji system because of the weight and traveling with a full kit. I am a hybrid shooter and shoot professionally in several genres. Just a few months back I started researching newer cameras with better autofocus specs. I considered Sony, Canon, and Nikon my main reasoning was shooting motorsports and aviation (fast movers) I decided on the Nikon Z8. IMO it was the best fit for the criteria I was using for my decision. I agree with you on all the points with the Z8 it will be my go-to for my motorsports and aviation shoots but like you, it will not be my travel camera. That job will be assigned to the Fuji systems still, I can pack 2 bodies and several lenses including my 100-400mm into my carry-on with no issues.

[kalimarus]

Omar nailed it with these observations. I have the Z8/Zf as well.

[shaggyfotog]

I have the Zf and I just recently traded in my D500 and Z6ii to offset the price of the of my new Z8. I have no regrets so far. I didn't go with the Z6iii because they changed the way the screen flips out. Which is fine on my ZF but not on my main camera. I do pet photography and those low angles are incredibly helpful. I'm no spring chicken and getting down low is not as easy as it used to be, LOL😆

[shadow]

I'd stay good for Nikon to keep it's legacy in a way. The strap locks keeps that connection to it's classic designs even though it's mirrorless tech. They just need to redesign even though I never thought it was a real issue for me.

Also, the Z6 III super bright EVF is super useful for bright days and it's not super bright at all times, it adjusts itself to the existing light.
It has a better AF than the ZF in low light.
It did not make you as excited because you already had a Z8.
The ZF is retro cool looking BUT you have to spend money and try to overcome the cumbersome ergonomics by adding a grip with plate which also adds weight.

Overall I thin the Z6III is the most ideal camera, because it is the most balanced in its size, weight, ergonomics, performance, etc. It works for everyone minus those who look for classic nostalgia and cool vintage aesthetics.

[allenbuyck]

I often have to shoot in low light, so the lower MP of my new Z6iii. Low light performance is outstanding

[Interbeing_CDN]

I purchased the Z6III to compliment my Z9, although it is not the unicorn camera, it is a big step up from previous iterations and I feel I will get good use out of it, especially with video where it's smaller form factor provides more options.

[neilmacon]

Love my ZF ❤️🔥.. Now saving for the Z8

[dunnymonster]

Got the Z6III to accompany my Z9. Very impressed so far by the Z6 III's performance 👍

[rds]

I have a Z8, Z9, Z6. Of the 3 I like the Z8 best, although it's really sort of a Z9. The Z6 however is one of the BEST all around cameras I have ever used. GREAT low light performance (actually BETTER than the Z6 III). It only lacks rocket fast focus.

[catmonkey]

I love your channel Omar, it's fun, your fun and in photography channels there isn't so much of that! Big tip regards the lugs, remove the triangle split thing and put your Peak Design anchors straight through the eyelet, you'll need a couple of feet of dental floss, that's enough to thread through the anchor, double it and then thread the two ends through the lug, I've gone front to back on mine. That 24 inches of floss is enough to wrap around a few fingers because you'll need to pull pretty hard to get the anchor through the lug. Believe me you will be so glad you did. For one you can push the anchor out of the way when you change cards and it stays there. It's just a much better set up. Best wishes buddy and looking forward to more entertaining content! Chris

[danielvilliers]

The big advantage of the z6iii is that it can do what both of these cameras do. For sure if you have both cameras, the z6iii doesn't bring anything special. But if you have 2500-3000 USD only, it in many ways trouce the two others for 90% of use.

One thing I see you didn't talk about and a bit of a game changer, t least from what some people told me, is its capacity to focus in low light compared to the z8. Someone even told me that, what I would say is still the biggest disadvantage of Mirrorless vs Dslr, that is focusing in dark situation with a flash, as the dslr can use the Infrared on the flash to focus. I was told the z63 can focus so much in the dark that it negated that advantage.

[marleenvandam]

As a Nikon and Sony shooter, all I can say is that the Nikon files are so much better and nicer to look at!

[baljindersinghsidhu]

I bought my Z8 two days ago.. I'm already in love with it.❤❤mind-blowing resukts with 180-600mm lens❤❤❤🎉🎉🤝🔥thank u Nikon.❤

[monsterable]

Received the Z6iii yesterday. Absolutely loving the improvements over the ii. The autofocus is spot on, everything feels turbocharged compared to the ii.
Z8 will probably be the next purchase.
The ZF, while it looks very cool and has a nice feel with the brass and metal, just doesn’t have a comfortable grip. I prefer the deeper grip of the 6iii.
Nice comparison. Keep us updated… I’ll be hoping to hear about you developing a tighter emotional bond with the Z6iii. lol.