SeekerNikon Z 9
The pro-level Nikon Z 9 is a big, fast-focusing camera that features a full-frame Stacked CMOS sensor, reintroduces the beloved 3D Tracking focus system, and offers class-leading support for ProRes Raw video.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- 45.7MP Stacked CMOS sensor and EXPEED 7 image processing. Fast powerful AF that can keep up with the fastest subjects and frame rates.
- Subject detection uses deep learning to automatically detect and track people, cats, dogs, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trains and planes in still and video with no menu changes.
- Capture 45.7MP stills at 20 or 30 fps; 120 fps stills at 11MP, all with full AF and AE, and no viewfinder blackout. 8K/30p video capture in-camera for over 2 hours recording time. 4K 120p slow motion video capture.
- 10-bit 4K/30p from oversampled 8K, recorded in-camera as ProRes 422 HQ or H.265 video.
- New high-efficiency RAW file format is 1/3 the size of uncompressed RAW while retaining the same high image quality and dynamic range as conventional RAW files.
PROS
+ Stacked sensor eliminates need for mechanical shutter
+ 45MP full-frame imaging leaves room to crop
+ Reliable 3D tracking autofocus
+ Intelligent subject recognition
+ Ample wired and wireless connectivity options
+ Big, gripped body for pro SLR fans
+ Innovative articulating rear display
+ 8K ProRes Raw and 4K ProRes 422 HQ video
CONS
- Large body style not for everyone
- Banding may appear in scenes with digital signage
- Z lens system isn't fully built out
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By PCMag on April 14, 2022
The pro-level Nikon Z 9 is a big, fast-focusing camera that features a full-frame Stacked CMOS sensor, reintroduces the beloved 3D Tracking focus system, and offers class-leading support for ProRes Raw video.
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