How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Nikon
Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z7II
Short AnswerNikon Z7II wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Image StabilizationNikon Z8
Autofocus PointsTie
Battery LifeNikon Z7II
WeightNikon Z7II
Launch PriceNikon Z7II
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A45.7
B45.7
Stabilization (Stops)
A6
B5
Battery (Shots)
A330
B360
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A910
B705
AF Points
A493
B493
Form Factor
144 × 118.5 × 83 mm
134 × 100.5 × 69.5 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Nikon Z8 If…
- Higher image stabilization (6 stops vs 5 stops)
Choose Nikon Z7II If…
- Higher battery life (360 shots vs 330 shots)
- Lighter body (705 g vs 910 g)
- Costs less at launch ($2999.95 vs $3999)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Nikon Z8 | Nikon Z7II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 45.7 MP | 45.7 MP |
| Sensor Type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Stabilization | 6 Stops | 5 Stops |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 493 | 493 |
| Low-Light AF | -7 EV | -4 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | — | 10 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 20 fps | — |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | — | 1/8000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/32000 | — |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 3.69M | 3.69M |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Multi-axis tilt | Tilting |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 8K 60p | 4K 60p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit 4:2:2 | 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| Log Profile | N-Log | N-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 910 g | 705 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 330 Shots | 360 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 3999 | 2999.95 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.