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Nikon Z7 II
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Engadget Review
Nikon’s Z7 II brings some attractive new features over the original Z7, like 4K 60 fps video, improved autofocus and dual card slots. It also offers some of the best image quality you can find in a high-resolution, full-frame mirrorless camera. However, itlags behind Sony’s A7R IV in terms of resolution, image quality and shooting speeds. It also gets beat by the Canon EOS R5, which has better autofocus and video capabilities. Considering that the $3,000 Z7 II is at the low end of the price scale for high-resolution full-frame mirrorless cameras, though, it’s a good buy if budget is an issue.
Improved autofocus and 4K 60p video, but it’s no Sony A7R IV.
Steve DentFebruary 03, 2021
Pros
- 4K 60 fps video
- 5-axis stabilization
- Good handling and a rugged body
- Very good image quality
Cons
- Display that only tilts
- Low-resolution EVF
- Middling shooting speeds
- No internal 10-bit video recording
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- 90AVERAGE CRITIC SCORE5 ReviewsTechRadar90A modest update, but still a very compelling performerThe Nikon Z7 II is a subtle evolution of the original Z7, thanks to its two card slots and dual processors that boost its all-round performance. Elsewhere, it's wonderfully familiar territory, and the Nikon Z system is steadily growing. We'd like to have seen a more significant upgrade, but that switch to Nikon mirrorless looks safe now – if you have the money.Camera Jabber90Nikon Z7 II ReviewBy adding a second card slot, the Nikon Z7 II corrects the main concern that photographers have about the original Z7. Adding a second Expeed 6 processing engine also boosts the continuous shooting rate, takes 4K shooting to 60P, deepens the burst depth and enhances the low-light capability of the autofocus system. It's a nice update, although it would've been good to see a crowd-pleasing hike in the viewfinder's resolution and a vari-angle screen instead of a tilting one. The Eye-detection system also lags behind the best that's out there at the moment, but the Z7 II's build, handling and image quality are superb, making it an excellent camera.Digital Camera World90The Nikon Z7 II gets a number of refinements over the Z7The tweaks and refinements to the Z7 II are certainly welcome, but we think Nikon could have done even more. As it stands it feels a little like a stopgap before we see an all-new model. However, the Z7 II still has a lot going for it and at a more affordable price than key rivals, it shouldn’t be ignored.ePHOTOzine90Nikon Z7 II ReviewThe Nikon Z7 II may seem like a small update, however, it's a welcome update that makes an already great camera even better, and the range of Nikon Z lenses available has also improved.Photography Blog90Nikon Z7 II ReviewOverall, the Nikon Z7 II - like its predecessor - is an excellent camera, with a good range of features and specifications which are likely to appeal to a diverse range of professional and high-end enthusiast photographers. Adding the secondary card slot is a real bonus for anybody using a camera for special events, such as weddings, where it’s absolutely vital that the pictures aren’t lost.
Key Specs
TYPE
Mirrorless interchangeable lens
RESOLUTION (EFFECTIVE)
45.7 megapixels
MEMORY CARD
SD
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