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 Z9 vs Nikon Z8
Short AnswerNikon Z8 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
Continuous ShootingTie
Image StabilizationTie
Autofocus PointsTie
Battery LifeNikon Z9
WeightNikon Z8
Launch PriceNikon Z8
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A45.7
B45.7
Electronic Burst (fps)
A20
B20
Stabilization (Stops)
A6
B6
Battery (Shots)
A700
B330
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A1340
B910
AF Points
A493
B493
Form Factor
149 × 149.5 × 90.5 mm
144 × 118.5 × 83 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Nikon Z9 If…
- Higher battery life (700 shots vs 330 shots)
Choose Nikon Z8 If…
- Lighter body (910 g vs 1340 g)
- Costs less at launch ($3999 vs $5496.95)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Nikon Z9 | Nikon Z8 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 45.7 MP | 45.7 MP |
| Sensor Type | Stacked CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Stabilization | 6 Stops | 6 Stops |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 493 | 493 |
| Low-Light AF | -7 EV | -7 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Electronic Burst | 20 fps | 20 fps |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/32000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 3.69M | 3.69M |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Multi-axis tilt | Multi-axis tilt |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 8K 60p | 8K 60p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit 4:2:2 | 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Log Profile | N-Log | N-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1340 g | 910 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 700 Shots | 330 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 5496.95 | 3999 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.