Nikon Z9 - Best Camera I've Ever Used
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Dream camera
Z9 feels insanely good in the hands
It does! Takes me back to the awesome ergonomics of my D4. :)
I have Z9 and Z7ii....I have tried for potrait and street photography...both are awesome, and I just used my old f-mount 50mm f1.8 lens mounted on FTZ adapter.
Yes! The f-mount lenses work great on the Z system although the AF is a bit slower. I was actually shooting an even last night and use my f-mount 28 f/1.4 and it worked beautifully!
Congratulations! Another superb video! Always captures the cool special feeling you get when exploring Tokyo streets at night!
Thank you so much!! :)
I never comment on anyone's video but i just wanted to say thanks for making these video's. Always makes me want to go out and shoot some photos.
Thank you so much!! I'm glad to hear that! :)
Me too, I can’t wait until I am retired and I will do what I want to do same as take a pictures and drive from FL to Alaska.
Hey glad you got your Z9, can't wait for mine to come in. I tried the camera out at a Nikon event and I was impressed at the flicker free shooting.
Yeah, I tried at Nikon's showroom back November for like 5 minutes and immediately decided to buy one haha. :)
I'm a streets shooter myself, you have just given me all the pinnacle points that I've been searching for with the Z9, thank you so much and I really appreciate your dedication, and your details, great episode.
Thank you so much!! Glad you enjoyed this one! :)
Beautiful pictures and beautiful content! I especially loved the skyscraper scenes. I could feel your excitement about this new camera through the video. It's always exciting getting a new tool that works even better for you. That's how I felt when I upgraded to my newest camera, it was like stepping into a whole new world of possibilities.
I see a lot of people on forums talk about "this person shouldn't use X camera" or "this person shouldn't use Y camera" I say screw it. If you can afford it and you'll love it then buy the camera you want even if all you decide to do with it is take pictures of fire-hydrants. The world can pound salt as long as you love it and you're having fun! Keep shooting, and above all have fun with that new and exciting camera. Best wishes to both you and Axel. As always I look forward to your next video and seeing you have fun!
Thank you!! Glad my excitement came across. And yeah, it really does feel like possibilities have opened up or that my creative process just got a lot smoother and more focused on creativity rather than the gear itself. I agree on your last sentiment. Too many people telling people what to do with their creativity. I try to avoid that on this channel while still emphatically stating what I believe for myself. Thanks again!! :)
Excellent video and great to see you so enthusiastic about your new camera. The Z9 was nowhere on my horizon for a number of reasons (one being that you convinced me to buy a GRlll, which is great) but your real world demo really shows the camera off to such a good effect. Even if I don't get one, I'll enjoy seeing where you go with it in future videos. keep up the good work.
It really should be on very few people's horizon honestly. It's not meant to be used every day, but I'm just weird like that. Glad you enjoyed the video! :)
Congrats on the Z9 my friend. I've been loving mine. Keep on Rockin .
Thanks! Glad you like it too! :)
My dream camera. I could afford it, but I just can't justify the investment. But I think one day I hope they make a Z8 that has a similar tech for a lower price. Or the Z7 III or IV.
I hope so too! I'm sure this tech will trickle down to the newer more affordable cameras.
I was waiting for a Z8 too but then the Z9 came out. And while I’m not usually in the market for a large pro body, I was looking to upgrade from my D800. In the end, I placed and order and several months later it arrived. No regrets.
@@boostedmaniac Niiiiiice! :)
Hey T G, have you stopped writing articles for your blog. I've noticed a few in 2020 listing the best Nikon channels. Nothing since. hehe. Take care.
@@Vahagraphy Yes, I did. Not much motivation lately due to busy life, especially work. Thanks for checking it out, tho. Appreciate it.
Love the shots. I was in the same neighborhood back in November of 22. Now I want to go back and takes photos.
Thank you!! Tokyo is addictive! :)
Ja też od dwóch dni jestem szczęśliwym posiadaczem Nikona Z9, i jak do tej pory bardzo jestem zadowolony. A to o czym mówiłeś na początku epizodu to znaczy o braku odgłosu migawki to spróbuj sobie wyłączyć dzwięk a włączyć mrugnięcie w wizjerze tak jak ja mam. Coż, jest to znowu kolejny bardzo ciekawy epizod którzy obejrzałem z wielką przyjemnością. Dziękuję zatem za przesłanie go i serdecznie pozdrawiam.
Właściwie to ja też mam włączone ramki i wyłączony dźwięk. Chodziło mi bardziej o to, że jest to problem dla osób oglądających nasz video. Dla mnie to nie przeszkadza. Tak czy inaczej, włączę dźwięk przy przyszłych video, bo myślę, że łatwiej jest widzom zrozumieć kiedy robię zdjęcia. Dziękuję bardzo! :)
Appreciate your thoughts on the Z9 comparing it to your experience with the Z6/Z7. You did not come off as being biased, as you mentioned both pro's and con's. I recently added the 40mm F2 to my kit and am very impressed by it as well. Its image rendering, affordable price, and compact/lightweight design make it a highly recommended lens. Awesome videos as usual. Thanks for sharing the interesting photos.
Thank you!! Yeah, that 40mm is a great deal! :)
Hi if You like the 40mm, have a look at the 28mm I have both and like them both for the reasons You mentioned :) :)
@@johnyoung1606 I might check it out eventually. I do have 28mm that I love shooting with, although it is much bigger.
Great video! Always useful and helpful content. This makes me want a Z9. I heard that it’s quite the learning curve for this Z9? That’s it’s very complicated?
I would say if you have been shooting with Nikon for years, and especially with Z6/Z7 then it's very easy to get use to the Z9. It's very intuitive for me. :)
What a dream camera. If I hadn't lost my job. I'd be putting one on order. My Z6II and Lumid S1R will have to do.
Some day! I'm sure Nikon will bring some of this tech to future 'Z8' or even Z6iii or Z7iii. They must be working on more consumer-friendly cameras with some of these features (at least the EVF and focus system).
Glad you got the Z9 bro. I also own the Nikkor 40mm f/2 and also the 28mm f/2.8. I took these two lenses on vacation with me this past week and was blown away by how good they are. They don’t look much but they’re better than my previous equivalent focal lengths from years past. I mostly used the 28mm, another thing that I wouldn’t have guessed that I’d be doing. Even portraits came ok as long as you keep the subject in the middle. Blown away by these lenses… and the Z9 of course. My other lenses are all f mount which I use together with ftz2. They perform better than on the D810. Focus is great. I’ve just updated the firmware to 2.1. This should make it focus more on the eye. I did get some eyelashes in focus when wide open. Yet to test this. Welcome to the club buddy, I’m just as impressed.
Nice! I still have my f-mount 28 f/1.4 and I don't wanna replace it withe z-mount one because I love this lens so much. The pinnacle of 28s for me, hehe. And yeah, I've shooting with the 2.1 update and noticed an improvement in AF. Also, the fine-tuned shutter speeds are very cool and came in handy in LED lighting. :)
@@EYExplore the z-mount f/2.8 is cheap, small and light that you’d want to have it as well. It’s exactly the same size and weight as your 40mm. Why wouldn’t you want one?!
I’m just dropping a comment to help the algorithm pick this up. Great video!
Thank you so much!! :)
Glad you’ve been able to invest that Le Coq Sportif sponsorship money into a camera that clearly makes you very happy! Looking forward to seeing you try it out with different lenses. As always loved the video
Hahaha, yeah!! Man, they really should sponsor me haha. :)
was looking for a new camera, this video is very timely.
Nice! :)
Loved this video. The weight of the Z9 is my biggest obsticle. I'll have to wait to replace my Z7ii until there is a lighter weight upgrade.
Yeah, that's the one uncompromising sacrifice with this camera.
just dropping a comment to help the algorithm pick this up. Great video!
Thank you so much! :)
Glad you like it!
Me too!! :)
I was second guessing getting a z9 due to its size. Although it can be a pain to pack into a bag the rest makes up for it. I’m actually enjoying using a bigger camera as it feels soooooo good in the hand and having vertical grip is amazing. I’m suuuuuuper happy with my purchase.
Yes!! You get it! Big size is GOOD when using the camera. Of course, for transport it's not good. And weight is always a drawback. But I care mainly about how the camera feels when I'm shooting with it. How heavy it makes my backward is a distant secondary concern. :)
Nice night photography and great images from the Nikon Z9.
Thank you very much! :)
Have you ever used the shutter prelease option where it acts like Live photos on an iPhone to choose the precise moment after the fact? I know it only captures in JPG but the versatility seems useful for street photography. Also props to the videographer for capturing the surroundings nicely. What rig are they using to film you?
I haven't tried it yet actually because it's only JPG and I really want to shoot raw. Might try it just for fun though. Axel is using a Nikon Z50 and DJI RSC2 for the gimbal. He does an awesome job! :)
Great video.
Thank you!! :)
Thank you for the video
My pleasure!! :)
I don't need one, but videos like this tempt me so hard. Good thing they're hard to get a hold of one even if I wanted to.
Yeah, don't get one haha!! :)
Amazing how the tools we have available are evolving; I'm still waiting to step into the Z line from DSLR (neither the 6 or 7 have been very compelling for me and the 9 is out of my price range). I've been using an Olympus EM1X which actually has some similar features but is...not great in low light. I'm hoping some of the features and technology from the 9 trickle down to whatever the next version of the 7 becomes. How, in all that mixed lighting on the city streets, do you find the global shutter deals with flicker frequencies and etc.? Any strangeness with that not having a physical shutter? (Oh, never mind...I'm now listening to the part where you are talking about this whist I'm typing).
I agree, digital camera tech has come a very long way. And I'm sure the next iteration of the Z6 and Z7 will have some of this tech. At least the CPU (for focusing) and the EVF. Regarding the shutter, in the mixed up city lighting I have no had any issues at all. But indoors in a venue with high frequency LED lighting, there are some issues. However, Nikon recently released a firmware update that allows you to increment the shutter speed by very small amounts, so you can end up with shutter speed like 198.3 or 68.7 or whatever. This helps find a 'correct' sync speed for the given lighting. I actually used this feature last night at an event. And it worked quite well! :)
really like the thumbnail for this one. looking forward to the vid. 17:43 my fav
you should check out liminal spaces photography. i would like to see your take on it
I love liminal spaces! I shoot such places when I can find them in Tokyo. At least when they are aesthetically appealing to me. :)
It was really infectious watching you gush about a camera, since everyone knows you really mean it. Do you find yourself missing the feel of a mechanical shutter sometimes? I use the ES when doing street on my Fuji X-T3 when I don't want the person to immediately react before I get another shot in, but that lack of tactile feeback takes away just a little bit from the enjoyment(then again, Fujis are really tactile cameras overall). Anyways, hope you enjoy the honeymoon phase with the Z9 and thanks for another great video!
I admit I do miss the sound and vibration of a strong mechanical shutter. But this is purely an 'aesthetic' feature. A silent E-shutter can only improve the photos in a technical sense. Glad you liked the video! :)
Glad you're enjoying the Z9! I considered picking one up but vastly prefer the Z6/Z7 size and form factor... so I guess I'm waiting to see what features make it into the next model in those lines.
Yeah, I really hope the Z6III has some of these features. I don't have an issue with the large size, but having options will be great! I expect there will be some kind of 'Z850' announced soon.
Definitely the largest camera for street photography!
Nah, you can go bigger. I'd say a Rolleiflex is bigger, or at least more boxy looking and people like Vivian Maier used such cameras for decades. :)
Finally!
Finally!! :)
I lov the Z6ii, 40mm combo because of the extreme low weight. How much does the handling change with the weight of the Z9?
Not too much. The Z9 weighs about the same at the Z6II with the battery grip and two batteries in it. It is a bit heavier, but it also has a good hand feel, so it's super comfortable to use despite the weight. Actually, just yesterday I had two gigs in a row and spent 9 hours shooting with the Z9 and various lenses (all big heavy ones, like the 70-200) and it was fine. I never felt particularly tired of handling the camera. My knees on the other hand... but that has nothing to do with the camera and just being on my feet all day, haha.
Great vid. Have you ever shot with the Sony A1? Ifso , AF & AF lowlight comparison in your opinion please.
I have not. Nor with the Canon R3. I hope I really made it clear that this is just my uneducated opinion, haha. My experience is limited to only the cameras that I use and I'm not trying to make an objective statement.
@@EYExplore No biggie. I understand. Just wondering how it compared. I shoot a Nikon DSLR now & will most likely stay with Nikon or maybe the R5 for the focus stacking (macro & nature) feature & wildlife. Thank you for the reply. Great city for night photos, beautiful work.
@@thomastuorto9929 Thanks!! :)
I like the pop-up video style shutter joke caption. more of these!
Hehe, glad you like it!! :)
@@EYExplore definitely! thanks for your wonderful videos. so relaxing to watch them late at night
about your comment regarding banding at 25:19 -- I don't see any banding on my Z6ii when using the mechanical shutter. There has been issues with banding on the Z9 in those scenarios but Nikon recently released an update with a workaround for those. I think it requires shooting in manual to use.
Yes we shot this video well over a month ago before the 2.1 firmware update. I actually had a chance to try it out in some high-frequency LED lighting and it worked, though it was tedious to find the exact right shutter speed (something like 138.9 or whatever). I will need to go back for dinner at the restaurant where I experienced the banding along with both cameras and do some tests. Or maybe I can recreate the scenario at home with some cheap LED strips or something. :)
@@EYExplore cool, I figured that might be the case. Good to hear that you’ve had success with it!
Looking forward to buying this camera second hand in 5 years time :D That price tag makes my eyes water lol
That's what I did back in the day. The D3 cost even MORE than this camera brand new, and probably even more considering inflation. But after a few years I got it on Ebay for much, much less. Now I work as a photographer and justify the ridiculous expense (the tax write-off alone is worth it, haha).
Woah, I would love to try some absolute top-of-the-line-flagship camera as well, probably couldn't justify buying one.... I had similar feelings (and still have) about my Sony A7C when I bought it at the end of last year, autofocus blew me away and overall the camera felt like I had some kind of alien technology on my hands compared to my ancient A7 II. I've been wondering would purchasing even more advanced camera make a difference in my shooting but I think A7C is already more than I would ever need, it's probably more than what most of us would need.
Are you going to continue using Z6 II or will Z9 totally replace it?
Yeah, although I love the camera, it's not like this super camera will suddenly take amazing photos. The photographer takes the photos, the camera just changing the shooting experience. And yes, I would say the Z9 has replaced my Z6. I kept it though as a back up camera and might use it for shooting these youtube videos. :)
Do you recommend this camera for hiking and traveling? I know it is big and heavy but i need something that is robust like a tank.
I can easily hike with it. This is because my goal is photography when I am hiking. So, I don't mind carrying an extra 1kg over some smaller camera. I would not bring a ton of lenses though. Usually, on a hike I bring the 14-24 and the 40mm prime. Or, another good option is the 14-120 f/4, which is a very good choice for weight/versatility.
As like anything that's new...everything's good. With it as heavy as the D6, I am eyeing the Canon R3 and switching...
Sure, but good it is. As for weight, yeah I hear ya and I mentioned it in the video. If you need a light camera this is not for you. :)
I guess pricing varies depending on the region, which makes sense. A Leica Q2 in Spain costs 5400€ in most stores, 5695€ on Leica site. The Z9 Costs 6500€. The price on the Q2 seems to have increased though, as the US price is $5795 while originally it seems like it was $4995, so in the US it's also more expensive as of now because the Z9 is cheaper by comparison to Europe ($5495 for the Z9 in the US). The Q2 includes a top tier lens with that body/price (which is why some people consider this a steal for a Leica, since a Leica lens like that alone could cost almost the same as the body).
Obviously it's still extremely expensive. But my point is that it's not a good comparison, as they're far too different of a camera. I recently got a steal on a used Q2 Monochrome and I love it, but it would never substitute my Canon setup, they're just different but amazing cameras (This goes for the color version too, it's just that I got that one).
That said, the Z9 is a beast. People who are already Nikon shooters and want the best of the best and can afford it, can be asured that the value itself is great and it performs as it should.
On another note, I'd love to see you rent a Q2 for a video, be it the monochrome so it's even more unique or the standard version, I think you'd really enjoy it!
Ah yeah, it must vary. When I checked a US site, the Leica was 6500 and the Z9 is 5500. And I know it's not a good comparison. I was not comparing the cameras, just making a statement that people spend insane money on very specialized cameras, so the price of a Z9 is 'reasonable' because it is an extremely versatile camera. Renting a Q2 might be fun! :)
I guess he likes the camera. Not a bad vid for a mode-dial distainer😁. Smartphones have all electronic shutters, too. When you remove the lens, is the sensor exposed? Is the e-shutter a “global shutter” - processing all sensor data at once? LED stair pics my fav, along w/uplook shots at about 7:51. How long have you been using the camera - how many shutter actuations? A six-month follow up vid would be appropriate, IMO.
BTW, I believe the correct term for the drum rim shot is “ba-da-boom”😂.
Haha! Smartphones do, but their sensors are tiny in comparison, so it's much easier to do fast read out, and still smartphones have rolling shutter issues. The Z9 is not a global shutter, but it has extremely fast read out which mitigates most rolling issues. The sensor can be exposed when you take the lens off if you want. There is an option to put down a protective curtain when the camera is turned off. I have this option enabled. I only had it for a few weeks at this point, maybe a month. I don't think 'actuations' are really a thing with this camera, since there are no moving parts. Ba-da-boom, haha! :)
I’m sure you’ve probably already installed it, but there is a firmware update to fix the banding problem.
Yep, we shot this video well over a month ago. I got the firmware recently when it came out and actually had a chance to try it last night at an event I shot! It totally works but it is a bit slow to find the exact right shutter speed. Very cool feature though!
Is it the 40mm small lens you're using ? Worth it? Worried about the plastic mount!
Yes, it's the 40mm f/2. I have had zero issues with the mount. Would I pay a hundred bucks more for a metal mount? Probably, but honestly the mount does not take photos anyway, haha. The lens is totally worth it. :)
Hi were you shooting AWB as well
Yes, I always used AWB since I shoot in raw and edit my photos anyway. :)
The z6 also had the silent shutter mode. Or is it something completely different in the z9?
It’s the same. But also not the same, because the Z9 has a stacked sensor it’s read out is basically instant, whereas the Z6 has rolling shutter that will be visible with fast moving things
It's technically the same thing, but the difference is the sensor read-out speed. The Z6 E-shutter causes lots of issues with fluorescent lighting, which is extremely common in the city. The Z9 has almost no issues. It just comes down to the read-out speed. :)
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Almost makes me want to start using film again.
Do it! Film is great! :)
Was axel using different equipment today? Or was there a different colour grade? The footage looked different today! Not worse, just different... Or am I imagining it?
Same equipment but I always grade each video myself and each one ends up a bit different. I grade for the light/scenery at the time and don't use any presets or anything. :)
Ah that's interesting, thanks:)
yo yo man, you are walking streets of japan with a tank around your neck... hats off to your skills and guts... in my country even if i point a mobile phone at something people around me look at me like a alien doing some crazy sh*t
Eh, no guts needed. No one really cares here, or maybe I'm just desensitized to it. :)
I'm going to use that point. it's about the same price as a Leica Q2 lol.
Haha yeah that's crazy to me. It's actually cheaper last I checked. :)
do you consider your nikon z6ii as a main video camera for now?
Right now we are still using the Z50 for shooting these videos. On a recent video job, I used the Z9. I do still have the Z6 and will probably use it for video. We might switch to the Z6 for this channel, but need to get a small lens that allows easy gimbal use. :)
@@EYExplore nice👌
Absolutely right. I solely use the Z9 now. When you use it then you realiye how garbage the autofocus of the Z6 II and Z7 II.
I mean, the Z9 is much better, but I don't think the Subject Tracking on the Z6II is garbage. It's perfectly usable for most situations. I found it tracked very well even in low light in Tokyo. Of course, the Z9 is on another level. :)
@@EYExplore Well, I use the Z9 for wildlife, specifically small passerine birds. And this usually in low light in the early morning or late evening. The Z6 II and Z7 II were simply disappointing in acquisition and tracking in such situations. Better invest the money right, that a Z9.
@@josefmolina3510 Aaaah okay, yeah I haven't tried it for wildlife, so I retract my statement. I was just thinking for street/people. But anyway, the Z9 is better in all situations. :)
@@EYExplore Thats true, what an amazing tool. In case you need all the functions 👍
Congrats on getting the Z9. One of the reasons for me following your channel was that you shoot with mid range gear - Z6II + 40mm/F2 - which is the set up I am using for street photography. Now that you are using a top of line equipment, it becomes similar to a lot of other ‘pro’ photographers on RUclips. So…
Well, I am always shooting with gear that makes me happy. I'm not making any statement about mid-rage gear or best gear. I just want the right gear for me. I'm gonna shoot in a way that's not right for me just for RUclips. One thing you can always count on with our channel is that it is authentic. I am doing what I love and sharing it with you, not trying to get likes/views by contorting myself to other people's whims and expectations. If that means it's not interesting to you anymore, then aw well. Also, honestly, the way I used the Z6 and how how I use the Z9 are really not much different. Inherently, they are still just cameras. They make pictures.
Silent camera in Japan? Chikan heaven. Well a very expensive heaven but still, I thought they were illegal in Japan.
Only phones have the forced-noise, but it’s not a law or even a rule - just common practice. A dedicated camera will never have noise added arbitrarily, as if people see a camera, they can expect that it’s being used to take a photo. Unfortunately the forced-noise of a smart phone pretty much makes such a device worthless for taking candid photos of your own children, because they will start making dumb, standard poses almost immediately. So you have to make that first shot count.
Right because you're gonna be a ninja chikan with a camera the size of a house. There are easier ways to achieve your perverted goals lol. :)
What lens? Or did I miss that part
I think I included that info in all of the photo descriptions. But it's a Nikon 40mm f/2.
Sorry I didn't have my glasses on lol
Nice video! Are you warm or is shorts not a thing over there? 🤣
Thanks! I don't get it. How do you know the temperature in the video?
@@EYExplore You are in shorts but no one else. 😶
@@Granfoss Oooo haha. I didn't even realize no one else was in shorts. I dunno, it was May I think when we shot this so it's it was a little bit warm. But I wanted it to be summer already so I insisted on shorts even if was not quite shorts weather haha. :)
If I can get a good price for my D4s, Z7, and D750 I’d be in! But until then my z6ii will suffice.
And it should suffice. I also do this professionally so I can justify the expense knowing that I will gradually recoup the cost. I also hope that the Z6III will have some of this tech. In fact, I'm sure it will. How else can Nikon continue to the develop the system?
Блогер Evan Ranft, который мне попался в предложенных ютубом точно так же назвал видео про Z9 "The best camera I've ever used". Совпадение? Не думаю. Nikon стал покупать блогеров. На мой взгляд, цена-качество это Ricoh gr 3x. Возможно nikon z6 iii в ближайшем будущем анонсируют и он составит конкуренцию Sony по видео возможностям.
LOL, I wish Nikon bought me. I paid for this camera with my own money and give my own opinions. It's the best camera I ever used because that's just true. I didn't say it's the best in the world. But I haven't used that many cameras. And I also have Ricoh GR3s and I also think they are great! And ironically, I AM sponsored by Ricoh, but NOT Nikon. :)
It’s actually ridiculous how much a Leica Q2 is in comparison. But none of the Z system is for me yet. The Z9 aside, every other camera body is an experimental design concept rushed to market or a rehashed early release (Z50->Zfc->Z30). For reasons I’ve commented previously Z glass still makes no sense to me. Great video mate It’s very cool to see your detailed takes and surroundings that are very familiar to me. Keep it up..!
Thanks!! Yeah, they gotta release something and learn from the customer feedback. Nikon does listen to photographers, both pro and consumer, and it's clear they have done so with the Z9. I'm sure lots of these things will be added to future Z6/Z7 iterations. :)
@@EYExplore The Z9 is too big for me. I travel (well pre-COVID I travelled) across the Americas, Asia, and Australia so if they essentially replicate the AF and features of the Z9 in a smaller Z8 I might be persuaded. I'm still baulking at paying $600 for a couple of (highly specific model number) CFExpress (or Japan-ONLY XQD cards) though. Silly card selection choice IMHO for stills photographers. I guess video shooters might demand the latest and fastest and greatest but I'm still shooting bodies that use 14 year old CF cards with no problems at all. Not sure if you have done a walkaround video in Shimokitazawa or Jiyugaoka - folks might enjoy that particularly in the small back streets (then again maybe we don't want tourists overrunning those places... ok I'll shut up now).
@@bradl2636 I have to disagree about the cards. I've been using XQD cards from the D4 days and now love CFexpress. I'm glad to be rid of the SD card slot from the Z6 and just have two CFe slots. They're blazing fast, extremely reliable, and the cost is a drop in the bucket after the camera. So, it's expensive but for the primary target market of this camera it is the right way to go.
Shimo-kitazawa is a good idea. We did one there for the official Ricoh GR channel, but not for our channel. Jiyugaoka is cool too but I've only been there once or twice so I'll have to prepare a bit. :)
@@EYExplore Memory cards outside of Japan (certainly in Australia) are over the moon. Some of the cards approved by Nikon for Z9 are not sold outside of Japan. I was shocked at how specific and limited the approved card list is. A bunch listed by Nikon are not available in many markets.
@@bradl2636 Hmmm, I'm not sure you have to stick to the list, but don't take my word for it. I don't want to lead you astray! I use a Prograde 128gb. You should also check Japanese Amazon.com. I think they ship internationally and such a small item should not be too pricey to ship. Also, XQD cards should be much cheaper (and slower) than CFX. I've used the Sony G series ones for years from my D4 and still have on in the Z9 (for now).
I’m waiting for someone to use the Z9 to demo it’s video when shooting a prop driven airplane. Most digital cameras have that crazy awful jello effect
I don't think it will be immune to the jello effect but it should be greatly diminished compared to other consumer cameras. But, this can easily be fixed by just shooting on a slow shutter speed and allowing the prop to be motion blurred.
@@EYExplore yes, that’s a technique that has to be balanced with getting adequately sharp images when the airplane is in flight
@@psoon04286 Sure, but I imagine if you were shooting a moving plane you would be tracking it so it stays relatively still in the frame, in which case a typical video shutter speed (1/50 - 1/100) will be enough for sharpness but still slow enough that the prop would be blurred. It feels like a moot point, but I dunno. I don't ever shoot planes in flight! :)
@@EYExplore you’re absolutely correct especially with Nikon’s legendary new generation IBIS I have been getting phenomenally sharp in-flight shots. However, at airdisplays they tend to vary from taxiing along to some very high speed flypast. We need to bump up the shutter speed to at least 1/300s whilst panning to freeze the airplane. Too high a shutter speed and the props look unnatural.
Oh, I have to mention that this applies to both stills and videos
@@psoon04286 Interesting. I don't shoot such things, especially not as video, so didn't think it's common to use such high shutter speed. Well. I might be able to do some test on a spinning fan at home. :)
Favorite quote: "The shutter (on the shutter less Z9) is even faster". Sorry, can't get past the arrogance of the walking around unmasked in the streets of Japan where 98 percent of the people walking around you were masked. I used the Z9 for 6 months and it is an amazing piece of kit - with some significant issues that still need work. That said, Nikon appears dedicated to improving them. Best Nikon camera I've used to date. Low ISO beast, not for me. Also, DR is reduced compared to even the D850 if between ISO 200-500.
Man, did you know that the Japanese government has recommended that people don't wear masks outdoors unless it's really crowded?
@@EYExplore No, I did not - and if that's the case, apologies, but nearly everyone on the street you passed was masked - and as a physician who has seen hundreds of COVID patients (6 this week), it seemed the culturally appropriate thing to do. BTW: Did you mean faster sensor readout instead of faster shutter?
@@dance2jam "physicians" giving a "culturally" appropriate advise... 🤔
Didn't Michael Jackson wear that jacket on his thriller video?
Haha, I get that sometimes. His was cooler. :)
Very incognito…nobody will ever notice you pointing that rig at them.
Why are people so obsessed with not being noticed? I get noticed all the time with whichever camera I am using. I simply do not worry about this. Look at Bruce Gilden or Tatsuo Suzuki? They get noticed too. The fact is there are many ways of doing street photography. If you absolutely must not be noticed, then sure, use a Ricoh GR (which I also own and use regularly). :)
I think z9 is heavy
You are right.
A D6 is bigger and heavier.
its a useless face mask video
LOL
Sorry if you have to spend around €8,000 for such lousy pictures that you can still get with any €500 camera and a €30 tripod.
I treat you to this device, but I would be interested to know what you are aiming for with this video?
Don’t be so german!
What are you aiming at with your comment? What makes you such an authority?
If you don't like the photos, what's the difference how much money the camera costs?