I'm canon user since last 10 years & just sold my entire canon system to get this Z6+24-70 for my photo & video work. I'm sad but not regret the decision. This is a great camera!
2 points to add that wasn't available when this video was made : 1- Now Videos can even taken by 12-bit 2- Nikon continuous FW updates improved this camera overtime and now it has much better focus with eye detection great video .. this is the second video I watched of this channel and both are impressive ... keep it up
Agree 1000% with this. Although being a photographer I would rate the Sony's higher from the photo aspect. Regarding video. The Nikon competes very well with the Sony's and is in some cases better with the Atomos Ninja features.
@@russellwright9961 hopefully with firmware. but if not the next version will be better for sure. I'll be sure to test out the eye af update when it happens in may!
The Z mount lenses got a "cheap" rep when the first vloggers who saw it before release said it was plastic cheap but they never used them obviously. They are metal and for the focal lengths, they are the sharpest corner to corner of any others tested. The "kit" 24-70 is the sharpest 24-70 made and I have both the well regarded 24-70 2.8 G and E versions and this little Z lens is sharper across the frame, have better flare resistance, better edge contrast, and color. That is pretty noticeable. The tests of MTF confirms its excellent performance in the center-right out to the corners. After getting the Z6 with the 24-70, 50 1.8 and 35 1.8 My D850, probably the best DSLR ever made, hardly gets used. That 50 is only $475 and is the sharpest lens on the planet. The 24-70 2.8 is $2200 and those who reviewed it confirm it is the best mid zoom of any brand/model. My F mount fast glass works fine on the Z6 with the FTZ adaptor but the motors are noisy for video if someone uses camera mounted mics...but no one serious about sound would ever use mics located on a camera. One correction, the new feature update scheduled for May revamps the entire AF firmware and adds compatibility with CFExpress cards that are super fast. It is not confirmed that the PRORes RAW will be in the same firmware update but it might be a June release. It includes 12 bit RAW so anyone serious about video and post-processing will have to look seriously at the Z6. No other camera has the processing power and speed of data buses to adapt to ProRes RAW 12. The AF changes have been checked by a number of early reviews and confirm the Eye-AF works really well and low light AF is greatly enhanced. I have not read the reviews of AF-F video tracking update yet but it is supposed to be enhanced also.
Agree with everything said Stan SPb. I would add that once Nikon get the eye af system in their cameras, I would be very selective on how I would use it. This whole eye autofocus thing has been over-hyped, in my opinion, way of out proportion. If your subject is more than 20 feet away, eye autofocus is not something I would use unless you are using a really telephoto lens (more than 200mm). In that case, I might as well resort to face recognition or subject tracking, which would work just as well to keep the face in focus, and Nikon Z6 already has. Of course, there's nothing wrong with fine tuning it with future firmware. For most cases other than fast sports, most users are reporting it works rather well.
I'm abit late to this party but yes, I can vouch that the Z 24-70 f2.8 is so sharp that you might cut yourself. It is even sharper than most primes that I have ever used.
A lot of people are whining that the FTZ adapter should have been free right from the beginning to help boost sales. But everyone fails to notice that if you buy the Z camera with the 24-70 f4 that the lens is $400 off.
Honestly I love the Z6! I've got a few videos up on my channel showcasing both the 8bit and 10bit. Even the 8bit looks and grades well on the Z6! Glad you're enjoying it! I was a canon shooter for about 6 years and the Z6 is my first Nikon purchase, and I seriously love it!
Hi, since you the most professional Nikon z user i find on youtube can you please clear this problem for me? why Nikon z can not keep AF when recording in N-log to Aotoms Ninja V? the AF keep changing and there is no sitting could fix this issue fro me.. thanks
Did you mention Tamron 24-70 f/2.8? I asume you refer to the f mount(for Nikon) version. How does it perform with Z6? Have you tried primes like 85 mm f/1.4?
The aperture ring on the new Z (S) lenses can be reassigned and used for +/- adjustment with stills and it's a gigantic advantage when shooting in any AUTO mode. In Cine mode I see that it can be applied similarly to adjust ISO, but I'm not sure exactly how useful this is. It works in manual mode as well. For stills this is an amazing feature. Whenever I show this feature to another shooter they are amazed at the simplicity and accuracy of this fine tuning. Just a heads up, curious if this is useful for Cine work?
Great summary as always - Z7 is great as a D850 hi-res beast, but the Z6 has the edge for video and low light. It's an interesting time and possible tipping point for mirrorless over DSLRs. Keep up the good work👍
Nice video. I tried the EOSHD Z log on my D5600 but after I imported it into Davinci Resolve, I found that the highlights do not clip at the top of the 8 bit and similarily, the shadows don't crush at the very bottom. It seems to me like they FIRST convert it to 8 bit and only then squeeze the image into a log profile which is not using the whole 8 bit! When I use any of the built-in picture profiles and look at Davinci R I do see that the levels use all of the dynamic range of 8-bit. Can you confirm this? Am I doing it wrong?
Nice video, Dave, though I see that it's more "video-centric", as I only shoot still images with my Fuji X-T3. I am strongly considering going with the Nikon Z7, and have a question please...Are you able to upload images (jpegs/nef) to a computer via a USB-C cable, INSTEAD of using that XQD reader that you mention? (In other words, leaving the card in camera at all times, like I can do with my X-T3.) Thank you!
Great review and an interesting top 10. I am currently a canon DSLR with a slightly outdated set up and considering a mirrorless set up. It is good to have impartial and high quality information on the subject. Thank you Paul
Nice review. Lots of exciting things here--but I think the real comparison now is between the Nikon Z6 and the Panasonic S1. Both will have significant upgrades. Once the Nikon upgrades are done will the Z6 be able to shoot internal 10 bit???
Such a nice camera! It's crazy that everyone on UA-cam can't stop talking about eos R, but this camera could be considered better in a lot of ways (save for flip screen & Canon AF and color). Let's see how the panny s1 competes 🤪
just picked up A7iii and Z6 ..im getting the z6 and returning the A7iii..yes sony has better fast autofocus, slight sharper image but all in all Z6 is has better evf,lcd screen,menu system,,and accurate color,,tested the A7iii and the purple colors turned out blue..i have to post edit in LR to make it purple..but the Z6 colors are top notch accurate..A7iii screen and evf and how it handles is just awful..
Moving to the Nikon Z cameras is a no-brainer for me, however I'll be rocking the FTZ adapter for at least a year until the lens line-up gets fully flushed out and I can hop to a full set of Z lenses (because swapping between needing an adapter or not in a shoot is a pain... have it on or off the whole time is the way to go!)
Once that E-mount adapter comes out, I think it'll be the perfect for a B/C-cam & set stills cam for any production companies in the FS5/FS7 ecosystem. Being able to shoot 10-bit gives it a leg up on the A7 and the ability to use the same lenses as A-cam makes it legitimately functional as an additional production camera. Good on Nikon this time around...
I spent the whole video trying to work out why “next to none” sounded weird I couldn’t make sense of it, and it was doing my head in the. I suddenly realised you must’ve meant “second to none”. So I back to watch the video again.
Optimized for focus breathing - they say all Z lenses are. Seems like a serious attack on competition in the lower end professional video market with kit that can give high end results. And 12 bit video has been announced already for the next FW update.
I'm following this closely and thanks for your update/review. As an XT3 user, I'm originally coming from Nikon. Looking for a reason to go back - Z6 is looking very compelling. (What's that rubber thing you have on your camera LOL)?
Great video man, been planning on getting the Z6 and maybe Z-Log from EOSHD. Any chance of a video of more info on Z-Log? there's not much out there on UA-cam :)
Well the z-log from EOSHD is not a true log, just a flat picture profile, which you can make your own with Nikon Picture Control software. A bit clunky, but I’d rather do that than pay for a picture profile you can make yourself.
The use of DX lenses are handy - I'm hopeful going to use a 10 - 20mm DX lens on a gimbal because its cheap light and wide. It's a tip I got from watching a James Mathews video. I've just seen a few uploads from the ' The Photograhy show' here in the UK showing the new eye focus - it looks very good.
@@markshirley01 I'm not 100% sure if it would. I only say that cause when VR is turned on when using a tripod it competes for sturdiness and in return cause shake. You might be able to turn the VR off through the camera but I'm not 100% sure on that.
@@markshirley01 I never understood why they did that to that lens. It's a good lens. The 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6g lens is an awesome lens with VR that you can switch off and find a good one on eBay for around 200-250 bucks used. Don't forget the z6 has ibis as well.
Between Nikon Z6 and Panasonic GH5S, which is the better camera for vlogging and/or photography? I considering a new camera but my dad and I are stuck on the fence here with each camera having their pros and cons. I would really appreciate any help i can get right now so do leave your thoughts and opinions! Thank you so so much in advance!!
Your guys are right on about the Z6 for being the most bang for the bucks. And when Sony comes out with the a7S III, it will be good for video, but not a real hybrid camera like the z6. The z6 's still image quality will still trump it, especially when Nikon begins rolling out a few f1.2 lenses, not to mention the first 0.95 lens will be out this year.
Correction: 4k 10-bit N-Log has a 1.1x crop factor. nps.nikonimaging.com/technical_solutions/z7_z6_tips/filming_n-log_footage/ "The angle of view is reduced to about 90% (Z 6 only; on the Z 7, the angle of view is reduced only when the DX image area is selected)."
This camera gets me excited for the Prores Raw. I'm sure the ibis works great but with the FTZ adapter all F mount lenses get 3 axis. I tested it very briefly in a camera store and found the 3 axis correction not as smooth as 5 axis like on my A7sii. Maybe it just a limit with the FTZ adapter. I own a number of Nikon G and AI lenses and would Love to see what your finding are. The only other thing I found was the buffer wasn't that great for the fact it take an XQD card. The buffer is way stronger on their DSLRs.
Mike Zaritheny the IBIS is not usable for video. You get jello all over the video. There’s an electronic VR for video mode that crops the image slightly and moves it around on the sensor instead of actually moving the sensor.
Love your nonchalant Subscribe pillow on the right and to your left , it's subtle but I subscribed lol and I'm still on fence with Mirrorless , have been shooting mostly Nikon for over 28 yrs but a question is there a way to wi fi or Bluetooth to a external source back up in case of corrupt sd , let me correct on Z 6 XQD card, Thank you very kindly
@@AAndinoPhoto They sold me a 120 GB version with reader when I bought the Nikon Z 6 in Mission Viejo Best Buy store in Southern California. Seems to be plenty in stock.
ComPH2 sound like it’s only select markets. No stores in the Boston area sell them. All have to be shipped to store. They didn’t even carry the Z at the stores here either, it was online only. Sounds like I should move!
I heard (from Wolfcrow on UA-cam) that the Z6 has a crop when you output 10-bit. That, in fact, you can't get full frame 10-bit out of it, even with Ninja V. Is that your experience?
Bought the D7500 in November to shoot - specifically - Video... then saw the Nikon Z6 deal with Atomos and realized ProRes RAW was the Path Forward... returned the D7500 and bought the Z6 Filmmaker’s Kit (and caboodle!) just waiting for the firmware...
Personally, I think this gets Video as close as needs be to get “cinema” enuff so that people will focus on the Story... only film buffs will care about the difference between a $5000 Z6 vs a $10,000 Cannon Mark II etc. And in April I’ll get the Z Wider! You know, when you spend a couple hours shooting and a couple more digging the best imaged outta RAW and you get a dozen LIKES from your friends (mostly into photography) while your wife gets a HUNDRED LIKES for the ill composed, outta focus, iPhone snap of your 5 year old petting a doggie 🤬
@@JohnMayfield-NS Thanks. I think I will get one. I only shoot sony but was thinking give them a try especially that they have a trade in offer. It doesn't convert them automatically to video right? Do you know of an app that can do it?
@@FamilyofTech It does make a movie automatically, but you don't get the photos it uses to make the time lapse. To do that you'd use the interval timer and stitch it together on your own. I've put a couple on my channel, messing around with sunsets mainly, to learn how it works better. I've been really happy with the Z6. It works differently than the DSLRs did, the more I use it the more I learn about it's systems.
I have been saving my cash back points for the D750 but now, a down payment on a Z6 is looking pretty good. It is just a matter of time until Mirrorless completely dominates.. I'm a hobby photographer and my first love is landscape and cityscape & astro-photography are not far behind. I especially like eye af & the compact size for trekking hills and traveling. I haven't sold a photo for several years. My ability to get out and later edit has been limited since the birth of my 2nd daughter.
Can you attach a Samsung T5 portable SSD drive through usb-C like the Blackmagic pocket and use it to shoot video????? "Or use it as a second card" I believe that would be a firmware update.
Thanks for the video. This is mostly a re-hash of everything one probably already knows about the z6 video capabilities. It's also another talk/spec-heavy "review" with no samples what-so-ever. It would be nice if some of these reviewers would include examples of the features they discuss. For instance, why not show us the output log you get with the external recording, instead of just saying it's better? (better than the flat profile in camera, I assume). Anyways, I didn't finish the video, because I knew where it was going. Maybe samples were included at the end. Oh, yeah...the presenter is charming, but the quick edits, jumpy crops, back out to full, were fatiguing and amateurish. I would have just shot it a second time, but maybe the bouncy edits were your intention. Sorry to dish. Thanks again for the emphasis on the video capabilities!
i have the a7iii and have two primes (35/85) and i have done my research since i was starting from scratch and mostly do photos than vid but also wanna be somewhat futureproof
Great footage, by the way. I'm guessing it was shot on the XT-3. I was concerned by the IBIS issues that Tony and Chelsea Northrup had (see their video). I haven't heard about similar issues from others. Nikon is a big unknown but if I had the money, I think I'd take a chance with them, if the colours don't take too much work in post. I'd love to see a REC709 LUT for their N-Log.
Paul Lucas I watched their video and had the same concerns, until I saw Jared’s hour long video filmed on the same trip. Wiped out my concerns and ordered it the next day. IBIS seems great on here!
With all goodies, power is a major issue with this unique piece of machine. Against usual 1000 + shots approx with other with FX or APSc bodies of Nikon, this Z mount body gives around 300 shots only. Says its official manual. Though many reviews have reported much more shots with a single charge in its 1900mAH EN EL 15B, my practical experience goes even lower than what Nikon claims. For me, a sky enthusiast, the best attraction was its superb low light capability. But I need to have very long exposures. Say 30 seconds of exposure for 120 or 240 frames continuously. My earlier Niikons had no problem in it with single charge and power optimized settings. But Z6 cannot give more than 30 frames. With all power saving options. Nikon does not have any alternative power option other than using EP 5B dummy battery and 220/110 AC to 9V DC power supply EH 5B. But getting a power line in deep interior outdoor shooting location is even greater problem. Nikon technical people or sales people could not come out with any solution. Neither were found ready to provide technical details I have requested only academic interest. Those could have made my job of preparing an alternative, technically safe, usable, convenient, cost effective alternative power source easier. I also had to keep things under serious consideration ion order to keep my warranty intact. However, finally I could come out with a solution that has served my purpose. www.skywatcehrsindia.com
I love everything about the Z line except for 3 things: tracking AF is still lacking, LCD screen is only tilty, not fully articulated and sensor IQ has not advanced much in 7 years (I own an old D600)
Sensors have been updated for the Z series. They incorporate the latest BSI tech , which is in sony A7iii and fuji xt3 , but not in Cannon Eos In fact its cannon that doesnt update its sensors, they use the same one from 5DMark4 in their Eos-R
Nice that Nikon finally came out with a mirrorless FF. I might have considered it 3 years ago but when dropping DSLRs but both Nikon and Canon were much too slow. A few comments to your (otherwise) nice video: You mention that Sony GM lenses (all f/2.8 or faster) are big and then go on to talk about the smaller Nikon f/4 lens :) - next time please consider an apples-to-apples comparison (compare instead to for example Sonys 12-24mm f/4, 24-70 f/4 or 24-105mm f/4). Also for many people mirrorless is not at all about size. Smaller size is a optional feature available to you when using smaller lenses. I use both big lenses (for maximum IQ) and smaller (for convenience) depending on the situation.
Great points sure and when the Nikon 24-70 2.8 comes out we will compare! The larger lens mount allows for better design to Sony so it’ll be interesting to see what the f2.8 zooms will look like compared to sony
You could’ve also mentioned that there’s no exposure meter in the camera in video mode, and no power aperture (which we had in the DSLR bodies). Also in body pre amps suck.
I got the Z6 and I can use the two function buttons to activate the power aperture, both with the 24-70 f4 S and an older 50mm D lens with the adapter. Had to de-click the 50mm lens beforehand though.
Heard they are also gonna charge $50 because the Z6 body will have to be turned in for the firmware update (evidently not a software upgrade) but Who Cares? So long as we get to shoot Pro Res RAW... If not (or below expectations) that well over $6K that could have been spent on a Sony.
Sudden love for the Z6, because it is an awesome camera. Now Nikon is offering free FTZ adapter with the purchase of a new z6 or z7 (I don't know how long this will last). But it's cherry on top of whipped cream. Thanks Kinotika for putting this out - very informative.
@@Photomeike I think I came across negatively unintentionally. I think it's a great camera. It was panned by many ( not Kinotika), and I have seen 4 or more channels in the last few days extolling its awesomeness. It seems just odd all of a sudden.
I think, in part, that has happened because of CES and the filmmaker’s kit. It was seeing a video introducing the kit at CES that had me make the choice to get the kit.
I'm canon user since last 10 years & just sold my entire canon system to get this Z6+24-70 for my photo & video work. I'm sad but not regret the decision. This is a great camera!
Thinking of doing same. Hope you like the camera so far
2 points to add that wasn't available when this video was made :
1- Now Videos can even taken by 12-bit
2- Nikon continuous FW updates improved this camera overtime and now it has much better focus with eye detection
great video .. this is the second video I watched of this channel and both are impressive ... keep it up
Thanks I’m gonna buy one this year
Agree 1000% with this. Although being a photographer I would rate the Sony's higher from the photo aspect. Regarding video. The Nikon competes very well with the Sony's and is in some cases better with the Atomos Ninja features.
Photo-Me-Ike What makes the Sony better from the photo aspect?
@@russellwright9961 faster more reliable af in low light
Photo-Me-Ike Do you think Nikon will improve this through firmware or next gen?
@@russellwright9961 hopefully with firmware. but if not the next version will be better for sure. I'll be sure to test out the eye af update when it happens in may!
i just bought my first camera. ever. I chose the nikon z6 :)
Z6 is such a Beautiful CAMERA. I just love it. Now we r getting eye auto focus on May 16th release along with Raw Video recoding 😀 !!
Same here :D
How do you like it?
Same here brother
saame here
Skin tones on this camera are awesome!
The Z mount lenses got a "cheap" rep when the first vloggers who saw it before release said it was plastic cheap but they never used them obviously. They are metal and for the focal lengths, they are the sharpest corner to corner of any others tested. The "kit" 24-70 is the sharpest 24-70 made and I have both the well regarded 24-70 2.8 G and E versions and this little Z lens is sharper across the frame, have better flare resistance, better edge contrast, and color. That is pretty noticeable. The tests of MTF confirms its excellent performance in the center-right out to the corners. After getting the Z6 with the 24-70, 50 1.8 and 35 1.8 My D850, probably the best DSLR ever made, hardly gets used. That 50 is only $475 and is the sharpest lens on the planet.
The 24-70 2.8 is $2200 and those who reviewed it confirm it is the best mid zoom of any brand/model.
My F mount fast glass works fine on the Z6 with the FTZ adaptor but the motors are noisy for video if someone uses camera mounted mics...but no one serious about sound would ever use mics located on a camera.
One correction, the new feature update scheduled for May revamps the entire AF firmware and adds compatibility with CFExpress cards that are super fast. It is not confirmed that the PRORes RAW will be in the same firmware update but it might be a June release. It includes 12 bit RAW so anyone serious about video and post-processing will have to look seriously at the Z6. No other camera has the processing power and speed of data buses to adapt to ProRes RAW 12. The AF changes have been checked by a number of early reviews and confirm the Eye-AF works really well and low light AF is greatly enhanced. I have not read the reviews of AF-F video tracking update yet but it is supposed to be enhanced also.
Agree with everything said Stan SPb. I would add that once Nikon get the eye af system in their cameras, I would be very selective on how I would use it. This whole eye autofocus thing has been over-hyped, in my opinion, way of out proportion. If your subject is more than 20 feet away, eye autofocus is not something I would use unless you are using a really telephoto lens (more than 200mm). In that case, I might as well resort to face recognition or subject tracking, which would work just as well to keep the face in focus, and Nikon Z6 already has. Of course, there's nothing wrong with fine tuning it with future firmware. For most cases other than fast sports, most users are reporting it works rather well.
The new Z 24-70mm f/2.8 is the highest rated 24-70 that’s ever been made by anyone.
Thanks Stan I am about to enter Mirrorless ..replacing my D850 with Z7 and the lenses you mention are in my sights
I'm abit late to this party but yes, I can vouch that the Z 24-70 f2.8 is so sharp that you might cut yourself. It is even sharper than most primes that I have ever used.
Colors looking way nice on this video. Did you shoot it on the Olympus?
Wow! Thanks! That’s not the only comment I’ve gotten on that. Ya it’s the Oly.
@@connormccaskill Oly looks great!
A lot of people are whining that the FTZ adapter should have been free right from the beginning to help boost sales. But everyone fails to notice that if you buy the Z camera with the 24-70 f4 that the lens is $400 off.
Jason Zimmerman only if you’re accepting that that is the real full price. But you can essentially buy it on its own for that price now!
I noticed that, as well.
The FTZ adapter was free when I bought the camera.
hello , What flash should i buy for the nikon z6? what do you reccomend?
Honestly I love the Z6! I've got a few videos up on my channel showcasing both the 8bit and 10bit. Even the 8bit looks and grades well on the Z6! Glad you're enjoying it! I was a canon shooter for about 6 years and the Z6 is my first Nikon purchase, and I seriously love it!
Does the 10 bit footage have a crop? That's what I heard.
Two thumbs up, very positive review for the Nikon Z 6 and it will only improve with all the new updates to come. Keep the videos coming, nice job.
Dude you make the best camera reviews on YT hands down. Thanks for this review, picking up a z6 in 2020 after seeing this video
He's alive!
Hi, since you the most professional Nikon z user i find on youtube can you please clear this problem for me? why Nikon z can not keep AF when recording in N-log to Aotoms Ninja V? the AF keep changing and there is no sitting could fix this issue fro me.. thanks
I love Nikon. I wish I had this one. I'm shooting my new photography vlog on a canon but all my photography shoots are on my Nikon.
Can you verify problems with autofocus using nlog? From tests performed on YT, it appears to be very bad.
Biggest question is what video camera did you shoot this video with? Was it a Nikon Z6 or another DSLR. I like the look of the colors in this video.
Did you mention Tamron 24-70 f/2.8? I asume you refer to the f mount(for Nikon) version. How does it perform with Z6? Have you tried primes like 85 mm f/1.4?
The aperture ring on the new Z (S) lenses can be reassigned and used for +/- adjustment with stills and it's a gigantic advantage when shooting in any AUTO mode. In Cine mode I see that it can be applied similarly to adjust ISO, but I'm not sure exactly how useful this is. It works in manual mode as well. For stills this is an amazing feature. Whenever I show this feature to another shooter they are amazed at the simplicity and accuracy of this fine tuning. Just a heads up, curious if this is useful for Cine work?
There are lots of advantages to shooting mirrorless, not just size. Although I agree, if the lenses can be made smaller, do it!
When the Nikon Z50 comes out, could you review it?
Great summary as always - Z7 is great as a D850 hi-res beast, but the Z6 has the edge for video and low light. It's an interesting time and possible tipping point for mirrorless over DSLRs. Keep up the good work👍
Nice video. I tried the EOSHD Z log on my D5600 but after I imported it into Davinci Resolve, I found that the highlights do not clip at the top of the 8 bit and similarily, the shadows don't crush at the very bottom. It seems to me like they FIRST convert it to 8 bit and only then squeeze the image into a log profile which is not using the whole 8 bit! When I use any of the built-in picture profiles and look at Davinci R I do see that the levels use all of the dynamic range of 8-bit. Can you confirm this? Am I doing it wrong?
Love my Z 6.
Nice video, Dave, though I see that it's more "video-centric", as I only shoot still images with my Fuji X-T3. I am strongly considering going with the Nikon Z7, and have a question please...Are you able to upload images (jpegs/nef) to a computer via a USB-C cable, INSTEAD of using that XQD reader that you mention? (In other words, leaving the card in camera at all times, like I can do with my X-T3.) Thank you!
Yes you can plug directly from the camera's usb-c to your computer's usb port to transfer images.
Hi, can i ask if Nikon Z6 can be use for cake smash photography in studio? Is it full frame camera? Thank you
Love this camera!
Great review and an interesting top 10. I am currently a canon DSLR with a slightly outdated set up and considering a mirrorless set up. It is good to have impartial and high quality information on the subject.
Thank you
Paul
Nice review. Lots of exciting things here--but I think the real comparison now is between the Nikon Z6 and the Panasonic S1. Both will have significant upgrades. Once the Nikon upgrades are done will the Z6 be able to shoot internal 10 bit???
You are right: I bought the Nikon Z6 and I am really happy with it. I bought it because of the amazing video capabilities.
You have any videos with the kit f4 lens?
Where did you get the large cap for your step up and filter? It looks like it fits well, protects without being hard to put on
Such a nice camera! It's crazy that everyone on UA-cam can't stop talking about eos R, but this camera could be considered better in a lot of ways (save for flip screen & Canon AF and color). Let's see how the panny s1 competes 🤪
Thank you for the comment! I know!! It’s a shame really the Nikon doesn’t get more love.
just picked up A7iii and Z6 ..im getting the z6 and returning the A7iii..yes sony has better fast autofocus, slight sharper image but all in all Z6 is has better evf,lcd screen,menu system,,and accurate color,,tested the A7iii and the purple colors turned out blue..i have to post edit in LR to make it purple..but the Z6 colors are top notch accurate..A7iii screen and evf and how it handles is just awful..
sharper image? Id imagine that has a lot more to do with your glass than the camera.
How do you like the z6?
Moving to the Nikon Z cameras is a no-brainer for me, however I'll be rocking the FTZ adapter for at least a year until the lens line-up gets fully flushed out and I can hop to a full set of Z lenses (because swapping between needing an adapter or not in a shoot is a pain... have it on or off the whole time is the way to go!)
What microphone do you use in this video?
Once that E-mount adapter comes out, I think it'll be the perfect for a B/C-cam & set stills cam for any production companies in the FS5/FS7 ecosystem. Being able to shoot 10-bit gives it a leg up on the A7 and the ability to use the same lenses as A-cam makes it legitimately functional as an additional production camera. Good on Nikon this time around...
I spent the whole video trying to work out why “next to none” sounded weird I couldn’t make sense of it, and it was doing my head in the. I suddenly realised you must’ve meant “second to none”. So I back to watch the video again.
Yes!! That’s exactly what I meant!! Thank you for pointing that out lol
Optimized for focus breathing - they say all Z lenses are. Seems like a serious attack on competition in the lower end professional video market with kit that can give high end results. And 12 bit video has been announced already for the next FW update.
I'm following this closely and thanks for your update/review. As an XT3 user, I'm originally coming from Nikon. Looking for a reason to go back - Z6 is looking very compelling. (What's that rubber thing you have on your camera LOL)?
Hey Connor or Dave! I'm not a menu system stickler, but what are your thoughts on the menu?
Great video man, been planning on getting the Z6 and maybe Z-Log from EOSHD. Any chance of a video of more info on Z-Log? there's not much out there on UA-cam :)
Well the z-log from EOSHD is not a true log, just a flat picture profile, which you can make your own with Nikon Picture Control software. A bit clunky, but I’d rather do that than pay for a picture profile you can make yourself.
What is on the front of that? fyi...i just bought the Z6 last week :)
Every Wednesday and Friday! New Kinotika videos. We promise. 🤪
It's an interesting schedule after Friday you have to wait ,1,2,3,4,5 days for another video when on Wednesday you have Thursday then Friday.
The use of DX lenses are handy - I'm hopeful going to use a 10 - 20mm DX lens on a gimbal because its cheap light and wide. It's a tip I got from watching a James Mathews video. I've just seen a few uploads from the ' The Photograhy show' here in the UK showing the new eye focus - it looks very good.
Just keep in mind that the 10-20 dx your not able to turn off the vr which might create shake when using that lens on a gimbal.
@@viewfinderthis oh - thanks - thought it might actually help.
@@markshirley01 I'm not 100% sure if it would. I only say that cause when VR is turned on when using a tripod it competes for sturdiness and in return cause shake. You might be able to turn the VR off through the camera but I'm not 100% sure on that.
@@viewfinderthis I've just checked your right it doesn't have a switch. So you'd have to go into a menu - so I don't think it's a good option now.
@@markshirley01 I never understood why they did that to that lens. It's a good lens. The 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6g lens is an awesome lens with VR that you can switch off and find a good one on eBay for around 200-250 bucks used. Don't forget the z6 has ibis as well.
Hi, thank you for nice video. I am curious if is possible to save RAW file photos ro external hdd and in same time on card... ? thank you or anyone.
Where's the link for Z log?
Is it cropped 120fps Video?
Between Nikon Z6 and Panasonic GH5S, which is the better camera for vlogging and/or photography? I considering a new camera but my dad and I are stuck on the fence here with each camera having their pros and cons. I would really appreciate any help i can get right now so do leave your thoughts and opinions! Thank you so so much in advance!!
Andriel Chee I wouldn’t even compare a full frame camera to micro 4/3. Totally different ballgames.
The word u are looking for is “ergonomics”
WAIT........What adaptor is that???????
thanks for the Nikon "Z" support video
love you guys
Rick
Nikon FTZ.
Is there a crop on the sensor in 10bit?
Your guys are right on about the Z6 for being the most bang for the bucks. And when Sony comes out with the a7S III, it will be good for video, but not a real hybrid camera like the z6. The z6 's still image quality will still trump it, especially when Nikon begins rolling out a few f1.2 lenses, not to mention the first 0.95 lens will be out this year.
Fiddliness? You should check out the Panasonic g7, it's very good for the price, not sure if I've mentioned it before.
that "the office" reference is epic!
Correction: 4k 10-bit N-Log has a 1.1x crop factor.
nps.nikonimaging.com/technical_solutions/z7_z6_tips/filming_n-log_footage/
"The angle of view is reduced to about 90% (Z 6 only; on the Z 7, the angle of view is reduced only when the DX image area is selected)."
This camera gets me excited for the Prores Raw. I'm sure the ibis works great but with the FTZ adapter all F mount lenses get 3 axis. I tested it very briefly in a camera store and found the 3 axis correction not as smooth as 5 axis like on my A7sii. Maybe it just a limit with the FTZ adapter. I own a number of Nikon G and AI lenses and would Love to see what your finding are. The only other thing I found was the buffer wasn't that great for the fact it take an XQD card. The buffer is way stronger on their DSLRs.
Mike Zaritheny the IBIS is not usable for video. You get jello all over the video. There’s an electronic VR for video mode that crops the image slightly and moves it around on the sensor instead of actually moving the sensor.
You forgot to talk about the amazing Nikon viewfinder
It's the best viewfinder In all mirrorless cameras
Fast sharp and good
Deciding between the Z6 and the fuji XT4.....
Love your nonchalant Subscribe pillow on the right and to your left , it's subtle but I subscribed lol and I'm still on fence with Mirrorless , have been shooting mostly Nikon for over 28 yrs but a question is there a way to wi fi or Bluetooth to a external source back up in case of corrupt sd , let me correct on
Z 6 XQD card, Thank you very kindly
Have you ever heard of a corrupted XQD card?
Great review. Thanks!
I like you... good job making this video very helpful! Thanks 🙏🏻
You can pick up the xqd card at Best Buy.
What best buy sells them? I've never seen them there.
@@AAndinoPhoto They sold me a 120 GB version with reader when I bought the Nikon Z 6 in Mission Viejo Best Buy store in Southern California. Seems to be plenty in stock.
ComPH2 sound like it’s only select markets. No stores in the Boston area sell them. All have to be shipped to store. They didn’t even carry the Z at the stores here either, it was online only. Sounds like I should move!
Nice video. What's the update on the free ftz adapter provided along with the Z cameras.?? I just saw the Jared Polin video last night.
I heard (from Wolfcrow on UA-cam) that the Z6 has a crop when you output 10-bit. That, in fact, you can't get full frame 10-bit out of it, even with Ninja V. Is that your experience?
crop is at Z7
Wait... Did you change your surname?
Yup! Talked about it here on this channel. Check out this video explaining why: ua-cam.com/video/9IUPnMayxNo/v-deo.html
Bought the D7500 in November to shoot - specifically - Video... then saw the Nikon Z6 deal with Atomos and realized ProRes RAW was the Path Forward... returned the D7500 and bought the Z6 Filmmaker’s Kit (and caboodle!) just waiting for the firmware...
Personally, I think this gets Video as close as needs be to get “cinema” enuff so that people will focus on the Story... only film buffs will care about the difference between a $5000 Z6 vs a $10,000 Cannon Mark II etc.
And in April I’ll get the Z Wider!
You know, when you spend a couple hours shooting and a couple more digging the best imaged outta RAW and you get a dozen LIKES from your friends (mostly into photography) while your wife gets a HUNDRED LIKES for the ill composed, outta focus, iPhone snap of your 5 year old petting a doggie 🤬
Question: Does the Z6 have a built in timelapse mode??
It does
@@JohnMayfield-NS Thanks. I think I will get one. I only shoot sony but was thinking give them a try especially that they have a trade in offer. It doesn't convert them automatically to video right? Do you know of an app that can do it?
@@FamilyofTech It does make a movie automatically, but you don't get the photos it uses to make the time lapse. To do that you'd use the interval timer and stitch it together on your own. I've put a couple on my channel, messing around with sunsets mainly, to learn how it works better.
I've been really happy with the Z6. It works differently than the DSLRs did, the more I use it the more I learn about it's systems.
Great video. I'm hella late but Nikon calls it VR.
I think this video was before the 3.00 firmware update which is now sold installed on the camera.
I have been saving my cash back points for the D750 but now, a down payment on a Z6 is looking pretty good. It is just a matter of time until Mirrorless completely dominates.. I'm a hobby photographer and my first love is landscape and cityscape & astro-photography are not far behind. I especially like eye af & the compact size for trekking hills and traveling. I haven't sold a photo for several years. My ability to get out and later edit has been limited since the birth of my 2nd daughter.
Can you attach a Samsung T5 portable SSD drive through usb-C like the Blackmagic pocket and use it to shoot video????? "Or use it as a second card" I believe that would be a firmware update.
Nope! I wish!!!
Thanks for the video. This is mostly a re-hash of everything one probably already knows about the z6 video capabilities. It's also another talk/spec-heavy "review" with no samples what-so-ever. It would be nice if some of these reviewers would include examples of the features they discuss. For instance, why not show us the output log you get with the external recording, instead of just saying it's better? (better than the flat profile in camera, I assume). Anyways, I didn't finish the video, because I knew where it was going. Maybe samples were included at the end. Oh, yeah...the presenter is charming, but the quick edits, jumpy crops, back out to full, were fatiguing and amateurish. I would have just shot it a second time, but maybe the bouncy edits were your intention. Sorry to dish. Thanks again for the emphasis on the video capabilities!
First time on your channel, did you record this with your M50?
Awesome review. Z6 sounds much better than A73.
Yes the classsic intro! 🙌🏻
i have the a7iii and have two primes (35/85) and i have done my research since i was starting from scratch and mostly do photos than vid but also wanna be somewhat futureproof
Great footage, by the way. I'm guessing it was shot on the XT-3.
I was concerned by the IBIS issues that Tony and Chelsea Northrup had (see their video). I haven't heard about similar issues from others.
Nikon is a big unknown but if I had the money, I think I'd take a chance with them, if the colours don't take too much work in post. I'd love to see a REC709 LUT for their N-Log.
Paul Lucas I watched their video and had the same concerns, until I saw Jared’s hour long video filmed on the same trip. Wiped out my concerns and ordered it the next day. IBIS seems great on here!
Does it only uses XQD? it doesnt have a single SD card slot??
Nope! Only XQD!
Who needs a a second slot ?
How's the audio? I heard it wasn't very good. Would you trust the audio on the camera for your productions?
Good point! Audio internally isn’t great. It’s like an old canon. You need a mic that is powered that will allow you to keep your levels low.
It’s basically only for reference sound - use sync sound.
Really nice video! Cant wait to ave mine... one day
For those looking for the EOSHD link, here ya go: www.eoshd.com/eoshd-z-log-nikon-z7-d850/
The in body stabilization is not usable for video on any camera. Anyone who thinks it is is crazy. This feature is for photos only.
With all goodies, power is a major issue with this unique piece of machine. Against usual 1000 + shots approx with other with FX or APSc bodies of Nikon, this Z mount body gives around 300 shots only. Says its official manual. Though many reviews have reported much more shots with a single charge in its 1900mAH EN EL 15B, my practical experience goes even lower than what Nikon claims. For me, a sky enthusiast, the best attraction was its superb low light capability. But I need to have very long exposures. Say 30 seconds of exposure for 120 or 240 frames continuously. My earlier Niikons had no problem in it with single charge and power optimized settings. But Z6 cannot give more than 30 frames. With all power saving options. Nikon does not have any alternative power option other than using EP 5B dummy battery and 220/110 AC to 9V DC power supply EH 5B. But getting a power line in deep interior outdoor shooting location is even greater problem. Nikon technical people or sales people could not come out with any solution. Neither were found ready to provide technical details I have requested only academic interest. Those could have made my job of preparing an alternative, technically safe, usable, convenient, cost effective alternative power source easier. I also had to keep things under serious consideration ion order to keep my warranty intact. However, finally I could come out with a solution that has served my purpose. www.skywatcehrsindia.com
Debasis Sarkar everything I’ve seen says 1000+ photos per battery. I’ve shot video on it for an entire day and only went through 1.5 batteries.
What about the 20 minute limit for 4K video? So that the camera doesn't over heat!
Idk if it’s for overheating
rasmokey4 it’s 30 minutes and there is no limit when recording externally.
I really hope Nikon releases a pro version with 2 card slots soon. Seems like Sony is crushing it.
Trevor Miller most people don’t care about the second slot.
@@chocloditelensman I guess not. For me, a second slot is "must have"
I love everything about the Z line except for 3 things: tracking AF is still lacking, LCD screen is only tilty, not fully articulated and sensor IQ has not advanced much in 7 years (I own an old D600)
Sensors have been updated for the Z series. They incorporate the latest BSI tech , which is in sony A7iii and fuji xt3 , but not in Cannon Eos
In fact its cannon that doesnt update its sensors, they use the same one from 5DMark4 in their Eos-R
What is blue yeti doing on a shelf in the background 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅
Nice that Nikon finally came out with a mirrorless FF. I might have considered it 3 years ago but when dropping DSLRs but both Nikon and Canon were much too slow.
A few comments to your (otherwise) nice video:
You mention that Sony GM lenses (all f/2.8 or faster) are big and then go on to talk about the smaller Nikon f/4 lens :) - next time please consider an apples-to-apples comparison (compare instead to for example Sonys 12-24mm f/4, 24-70 f/4 or 24-105mm f/4).
Also for many people mirrorless is not at all about size. Smaller size is a optional feature available to you when using smaller lenses. I use both big lenses (for maximum IQ) and smaller (for convenience) depending on the situation.
Great points sure and when the Nikon 24-70 2.8 comes out we will compare! The larger lens mount allows for better design to Sony so it’ll be interesting to see what the f2.8 zooms will look like compared to sony
I thought the kit lens has IS?
I thought it flips down on this camera
Ótimo video 👍
The subscribe pillow begs me to say buh bye.
Funny, the lens cap on you Nikon Z lens is CANON.
It’s a subtle jab ;)
@@connormccaskill could you please link the lens cap, thanks
You could’ve also mentioned that there’s no exposure meter in the camera in video mode, and no power aperture (which we had in the DSLR bodies). Also in body pre amps suck.
I got the Z6 and I can use the two function buttons to activate the power aperture, both with the 24-70 f4 S and an older 50mm D lens with the adapter. Had to de-click the 50mm lens beforehand though.
JoacimSc where in the menus can you make that change? I’m not able to find anything adapting the 50 1.8g
Izzy Osman Go to Movie G2, change one of the two front function buttons to Power Aputure.
But there isn't 60 fps in 4k
Only One thing we need to know: ProRes RAW is still not out and that’s why everyone bought the filmmakers kit...
Heard they are also gonna charge $50 because the Z6 body will have to be turned in for the firmware update (evidently not a software upgrade) but Who Cares?
So long as we get to shoot Pro Res RAW...
If not (or below expectations) that well over $6K that could have been spent on a Sony.
what about the Sigma lenses do they work with the adapter?
My 50mm 1.4 and 85mm 1.4 Sigma Art works fine!
Yes, my Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 works Great ;-)
Guys. What is happening right now. Everyone all of a sudden loves the Z6. Why?
Who is everyone? The Kinotika folks never said anything bad about the Z6 if I recall correctly.
I think people just wrote off the Z6 before actually using it. Its honestly a great camera!
Sudden love for the Z6, because it is an awesome camera. Now Nikon is offering free FTZ adapter with the purchase of a new z6 or z7 (I don't know how long this will last). But it's cherry on top of whipped cream. Thanks Kinotika for putting this out - very informative.
@@Photomeike I think I came across negatively unintentionally. I think it's a great camera. It was panned by many ( not Kinotika), and I have seen 4 or more channels in the last few days extolling its awesomeness. It seems just odd all of a sudden.
I think, in part, that has happened because of CES and the filmmaker’s kit. It was seeing a video introducing the kit at CES that had me make the choice to get the kit.
What about Nikon Z7?
Go to your local camera store to get your memory cards