Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z f

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      Specifications

      General Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelZ8Z f
      MSRP$3999 (body only)$1999 body only
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Sensor TypeStacked CMOSBSI-CMOS
      Sensor FormatFXFX
      Sensor SizeFull FrameFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions35.9 x 23.9 mm35.9 x 23.9 mm
      Total Pixels52.37 Megapixel25.28 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels45.7 Megapixel24.4 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range64 - 25,600100 - 64,000
      Boosted ISO Range32 - 102,40050 - 204,800
      Photo Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      ProcessorEXPEED 7Expeed 7
      Max Image Resolution8256 x 55046048 x 4032
      Other Resolutions4528 x 3024, 3984 x 2656, 3024 x 2016, 2976 x 1992, 1984 x 1328
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 3:2, 16:91:1, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAWRAW, HEIF, JPEG
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine (1:4), Normal (1:8), Basic (1:16)
      Bit Depth14-Bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White Balance2500 to 10,000K
      Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade      		Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Manual, Neutral White, Preset Manual, Shade
      WB Bracketing
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra high 2
      Extra high 1
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off      		Can be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Active D-Lighting Bracketing
      Focus Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Focusing SystemHybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assistHybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFAutofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); full-time AF (AF-F; available only in video mode); predictive focus tracking Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used
      AF Detection Range-9 to +19 EV-10 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points493273
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Lens MountNikon ZNikon Z
      Crop Factor1x1x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation6 stops8 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Screen TypeTiltingFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyLCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.2"3.2"
      Screen Resolution2,100k dot2,089k dots
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)Electronic (OLED)
      Viewfinder Size0.5"0.5"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x0.8x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.80x0.8x
      Viewfinder Resolution3,690k dot3,686k dots
      No Blackout Viewfinder
      Viewfinder Eyepoint23 mm21 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3-4 to +2
      Eye SensorAutomatically switches between monitor and viewfinder displays
      Shutter Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Shutter TypeElectronicElectronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical, Electronic front-curtain, Electronic
      Min Shutter Speed900 sec900s
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)14.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting (Electronic)30.0 fps15.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting30.0 fps15.0 fps
      Anti-dust Shutter
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferElectronic Shutter
      Up to 20 fps at 45.7 MP for up to 1000 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 30 fps at 45.7 MP for Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
      Up to 60 fps at 19 MP
      Up to 120 fps at 11 MP      		Up to 14 fps
      Flash Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront-curtain sync
      Rear-curtain sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Slow sync
      Off      		Front-curtain sync
      Rear-curtain sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Slow sync Off
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec1/200 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control; i-TTL balanced fill-flash is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash with spot meteringTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeShoe Mount, Wireless
      Exposure Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot
      Spot AF-area      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Spot AF-area
      Partial
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-3 to +17 EV-4 to +17 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected valueLuminosity locked at detected value
      DXO Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      DxO Low Light ISO2548
      DxO Color Depth26.3
      DxO Dynamic Range14.2
      DxO Overall Score98
      Video Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Movie File FormatMOV
      MP4
      NEV
      Audio File FormatLPCM, AAC
      Internal Recording ModesH.265 4:2:2 10-Bit
      8K UHD: 7680 x 4320 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps
      ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 10-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      H.265 4:2:0 8-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      H.264 4:2:0 8-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps
      Raw 12-Bit
      7680 x 4320 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps      		H.265/MOV/MP4 8/10-Bit
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsH.264, H.265MPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution7680 x 43203840 x 2160
      10-bit 4:2:2 Color
      External Recording ModesHDMI
      UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) up to 29.97 fps
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)      		4:2:2 8/10-Bit via HDMI
      3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps
      No crop on 4K Videos
      Webcam Functionality
      Gamma CurveHDR-HLG
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit2 hour, 5 min125 Min
      IP Streaming
      Terminals Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Input
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input/Output      		1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone (Plug-in Power) Input
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 x USB-C Data Output
      1 x Nikon 10-Pin Control Input      		1 x USB-C Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Full Size Micro Type D
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHzWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version55.0
      Mobile App Compatible: Android & iOS
      App Name: SnapBridge
      *As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility      		: Android & iOS
      App Name: SnapBridge App
      Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control
      *As of October, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control via app
      Environmental Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%0 to 85%
      Physical Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Dimensions144 x 119 x 83 mm (5.67 x 4.69 x 3.27")144 x 103 x 49 mm (5.67 x 4.06 x 1.93")
      Weight (inc. batteries)910 g (2.01 lb / 32.10 oz)710 g (1.57 lb / 25.04 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)9.55 x 8.3 x 6.05"8.7 x 7.4 x 5.3"
      Package Weight3.565 lb2.515 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Battery PackEN-EL15cEN-EL15c
      Battery Life330 shots380 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSlot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD
      Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)      		Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
      Slot 2: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f
      Self Timer 2/5/10/20-Second Delay
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount on Camera Body
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Illuminated Buttons
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage Dust Off reference data (NX Studio software required)


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