Nikon Z* mirrorless

Has anyone got a Z6III yet? I’ve got one in my basket but haven’t got around to pulling the trigger just yet!
 
I had no idea what ghyll scrambling was (sounds Welsh) but it sounds most unpleasant! Like the colours in your second photo and, unlike with my test copy of the 24-200, looks decent near the edges at 24mm.
 
When I was growing up in that part of the world we used to call it Beck Jumping.
Although I can't remember going fully under.
 
lunar22 said:
I had no idea what ghyll scrambling was (sounds Welsh) but it sounds most unpleasant! Like the colours in your second photo and, unlike with my test copy of the 24-200, looks decent near the edges at 24mm.
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I have a funny feeling that this copy is actually a tad softer than my last iteration. Mind you, this was on the Zfc. If I were you, I would keep ignorant of ghyll scrambling. It is indeed very unpleasant, although MrsL and son number 2 thoroughly enjoyed it.
 
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Ah, your photo was the Zfc so actually cropped. So of course no direct comparison. I have no wish to further familiarise myself with ghyll scrambling, thanks very much.
 
I was seriously impressed with the Z8 and 400mm f4.5 this morning. I've always had a low of getting a low point of view. It just makes any photo so much better. This morning whilst out for sunrise to see what's going on at my local deer park I was photographing some Red Deer but wanted to get lower. As I didn't have a tripod on me for support and not wanting too lay on the slightly wet ground I thought I'd try holding Z8 and 400mm f4.5 about a foot off the ground. I was supporting the lens/camera with my left hand whilst kneeling. I held it in front of me with the rear screen angled upwards rather than look through the view finder. To my surprise it worked getting a sharp image at 1/250 at 400mm whilst using it like a mobile phone!


Young Red Deer by Rob Cain, on Flickr

Compared to my previous Nikon wildlife combo of D810 and 200-400 f4 the Z8 and 400mm f4.5 combo is so freeing from a size and weight point of view. The performance of AF and VR is impressive. I can see this changing how I do wildlife photography.
 
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I was seriously impressed with the Z8 and 400mm f4.5 this morning. I've always had a low of getting a low point of view. It just makes any photo so much better. This morning whilst out for sunrise to see what's going on at my local deer park I was photographing some Red Deer but wanted to get lower. As I didn't have a tripod on me for support and not wanting too lay on the slightly wet ground I thought I'd try holding Z8 and 400mm f4.5 about a foot off the ground. I was supporting the lens/camera with my left hand whilst kneeling. I held it in front of me with the rear screen angled upwards rather than look through the view finder. To my surprise it worked getting a sharp image at 1/250 at 400mm whilst using it like a mobile phone!


Young Red Deer by Rob Cain, on Flickr

Compared to my previous Nikon wildlife combo of D810 and 200-400 f4 the Z8 and 400mm f4.5 combo is so freeing from a size and weight point of view. The performance of AF and VR is impressive. I can see this changing how I do wildlife photography.
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Lovely image Rob, when I had my Z9, I had the 400 4.5 and it was a stunning lens even with both TC’s I moved to Sony for a while but back with Nikon Z8 and 180-600 but really wanting the 400 4.5 again
 
A couple from today's dog walk. Zfc and 16-50 kit lens. (the mill is where Mrs L now works part-time to fund my photography :exit:)

The Mill by Stephen Lee, on Flickr

Cloud by Stephen Lee, on Flickr
 
rob-nikon said:
I was seriously impressed with the Z8 and 400mm f4.5 this morning. I've always had a low of getting a low point of view. It just makes any photo so much better. This morning whilst out for sunrise to see what's going on at my local deer park I was photographing some Red Deer but wanted to get lower. As I didn't have a tripod on me for support and not wanting too lay on the slightly wet ground I thought I'd try holding Z8 and 400mm f4.5 about a foot off the ground. I was supporting the lens/camera with my left hand whilst kneeling. I held it in front of me with the rear screen angled upwards rather than look through the view finder. To my surprise it worked getting a sharp image at 1/250 at 400mm whilst using it like a mobile phone!


Young Red Deer by Rob Cain, on Flickr

Compared to my previous Nikon wildlife combo of D810 and 200-400 f4 the Z8 and 400mm f4.5 combo is so freeing from a size and weight point of view. The performance of AF and VR is impressive. I can see this changing how I do wildlife photography.
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Lovely image Rob, very atmospheric - the OOF foreground, background and lighting combine to make this a real stand-out - well done :)
 
Anyone on here using the 14-24 f/2.8 S lens? If so, which filters did you go for and how have you found them?

I might just give in to the GAS as it's cheaper than buying into digital MF for landscapes (although I suspect it won't stave off the GAS forever)! :LOL:
 
Son_of_Thor said:
Anyone on here using the 14-24 f/2.8 S lens? If so, which filters did you go for and how have you found them?

I might just give in to the GAS as it's cheaper than buying into digital MF for landscapes (although I suspect it won't stave off the GAS forever)! :LOL:
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Not using the 14-24mm f2.8 S but instead opted for the 14-30mm f4 as this uses 82mm filters.
I have the 14-24mm f2.8 AFS that I can use if I need the shallower DOF but I almost never use it except on my D810.
 
jknights said:
Not using the 14-24mm f2.8 S but instead opted for the 14-30mm f4 as this uses 82mm filters.
I have the 14-24mm f2.8 AFS that I can use if I need the shallower DOF but I almost never use it except on my D810.
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I've been pondering it for ages - I've got an F mount 17-35 Tamron as it stands that I'm looking to replace - ideally I want wider than 17mm, but faster than f4 so either the 14-30 f4 or 17-28 f2.8 is a compromise - hence thinking about the 14-24 f2.8. I'm planning to use it for astro in addition to general landscapes
 
Son_of_Thor said:
I've been pondering it for ages - I've got an F mount 17-35 Tamron as it stands that I'm looking to replace - ideally I want wider than 17mm, but faster than f4 so either the 14-30 f4 or 17-28 f2.8 is a compromise - hence thinking about the 14-24 f2.8. I'm planning to use it for astro in addition to general landscapes
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Does it need to be a zoom? I know it’s only one mm wider, but thought about the Viltrox 16mm f/1.8?

www.avmphoto.com

Viltrox 16mm F1.8 Pro Level Wide Angle Autofocus Lens for Nikon Z-Mount

Viltrox 16mm F1.8 Pro Level Wide Angle Autofocus Lens, Compatible with Nikon Z-Mount Cameras Wide-angle perspective: With a 16mm focal length,105.6°angle of view, this lens is great for capturing expansive landscapes, cityscapes, and interiors. You can fit more into the frame and create dy
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Anyone got any views on how effective the IBIS on the new Z6 III is with regards to video work (apparently it's rated to 8 stops). Whilst I'm not expecting gimble like levels of steadiness, when walking at a slow pace, is the video shaky and jerky (like my Z7 II) or is it pretty smooth (I appreciate this will vary from person to person), but just to give an idea. I thinking of one for mainly video work when travelling but really can't be bothered with gimbles etc ?
 
chris321 said:
Does it need to be a zoom? I know it’s only one mm wider, but thought about the Viltrox 16mm f/1.8?

www.avmphoto.com

Viltrox 16mm F1.8 Pro Level Wide Angle Autofocus Lens for Nikon Z-Mount

Viltrox 16mm F1.8 Pro Level Wide Angle Autofocus Lens, Compatible with Nikon Z-Mount Cameras Wide-angle perspective: With a 16mm focal length,105.6°angle of view, this lens is great for capturing expansive landscapes, cityscapes, and interiors. You can fit more into the frame and create dy
www.avmphoto.com www.avmphoto.com
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Pretty much - I've used primes for landscapes before and while the results were good, I found it a bit limiting for WA stuff in the tighter spots (waterfalls for example). I'm also trying to consolidate my kit and carry less around with me
 
I'm really starting to love the 400mm f4.5 Z lens. I'm starting to get some good sharpness and out of focus areas. Its of course not as good as a 300mm f2.8 (bokeh king), but as overall its a great compromise between cost, weight, size and image quality.


Fallow Deer Doe by Rob Cain, on Flickr


Red Deer Stag Bellowing by Rob Cain, on Flickr
 
don't think I've ever seen a handheld at 400mm that sharp at 1/10! In most cases your animal will be moving to much for such a slow shutter speed but I guess stags sometimes like to show off their antlers.
 
Just to cheer everybody up on a dreich Monday, this was what it was like last Thursday! Zfc with 12-28 kit lens.

Downhill to Feizor by Stephen Lee, on Flickr
 
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Stephen L said:
Just to cheer everybody up on a dreich Monday, this was what it was like last Thursday! Zfc with 12-28 PZ kit lens.

Downhill to Feizor by Stephen Lee, on Flickr
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Some very nice recently posted images with the ZFC Stephen.

I'm considering buying a ZFC to compliment my Z8 and leaving my 12-28mm glued to the front...Just had a week in Cornwall and for the first time I found swapping lenses out was a pain. The constant rain wasn't helping.

Couple of Q's please. Is it a must to have a grip on the body, if so which one are you using. Also, do you use aftermarket batteries in the body, or would I need to stick with Nikon?
 
Swanseajack said:
Some very nice recently posted images with the ZFC Stephen.

I'm considering buying a ZFC to compliment my Z8 and leaving my 12-28mm glued to the front...Just had a week in Cornwall and for the first time I found swapping lenses out was a pain. The constant rain wasn't helping.

Couple of Q's please. Is it a must to have a grip on the body, if so which one are you using. Also, do you use aftermarket batteries in the body, or would I need to stick with Nikon?
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Thanks, Simon. Yes, I think that, as with the Zf, it needs a grip and I use Neewer (on both). On the Zfc my second battery is a 3rd party one, but on my Zf I have all genuine Nikons as I have had compatibility problems there.
 
Is anyone using this lens on their Z bodies ? Yongnuo 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM

I've just ordered one as heard good things in the reviews i've read. Will use mostly for headshots and portraits but might still prefer the reach of my Tamron 70-200 instead.
 
Stephen L said:
Thanks, Simon. Yes, I think that, as with the Zf, it needs a grip and I use Neewer (on both). On the Zfc my second battery is a 3rd party one, but on my Zf I have all genuine Nikons as I have had compatibility problems there.
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Thanks for the reply.

With the grip Neewer make two versions, one a silver base and one black after looking on Amazon. Which version do you have.? I'm probably going to buy the Silver ZFC. Looking at the Amazon photos the Silver version looks more shinny and possible slippery to hold over the black version. The silver version has three holes on the side of the grip for accessories I assume and compared to one on the black version. With our weather probably less chance of water ingress with the black version. I'm not too bothered on colours I Just want to be safe and comfortable holding the camera.


 
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Swanseajack said:
Thanks for the reply.

With the grip Neewer make two versions, one a silver base and one black after looking on Amazon. Which version do you have.? I'm probably going to buy the Silver ZFC. Looking at the Amazon photos the Silver version looks more shinny and possible slippery to hold over the black version. The silver version has three holes on the side of the grip for accessories I assume and compared to one on the black version. With our weather probably less chance of water ingress with the black version. I'm not too bothered on colours I Just want to be safe and comfortable holding the camera.


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On the Zfc I have the silver one. No problem with the grip - it's soft(ish) black and textured. I often carry it strapless. On the Zf, I stuck a little piece of floor anti-slip tape on the finger side of the grip, but in all honesty I didn't really need. The holes on the side of the grip are for screwing directly onto a tripod - no idea why 3. But as I don't tend to use tripods it's not an issue.
 
When is the rumoured z9 firmware and z50mk2 coming out then? I think these sites should shut up until they know what they're talking about instead of chasing clicks, as they F:mad: annoying me.
 
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you don't have to read them! Rumours sites are just that. Nikon Rumors at least does its best and its track record isn't bad.
 
lunar22 said:
you don't have to read them! Rumours sites are just that. Nikon Rumors at least does its best and its track record isn't bad.
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I've even seen the same comments on this site, so what you are suggesting is don't read what comes to my attention. I guess it depends if you are, or are not a gear junkie.
 
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dcash29 said:
When is the rumoured z9 firmware and z50mk2 coming out then? I think these sites should shut up until they know what they're talking about instead of chasing clicks, as they F:mad: annoying me.
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Nikon Rumors have tried to find out why there has been a delay in the Z9 firmware, which is apparently due to issues with a feature Nikon want to roll out across all current models at the same time, and there is a problem getting it to work with the Z7.

The Z50 II rumours have only just appeared on Nikon Rumors so it seems far too early to expect them to have heard anything about a possible release date.
 
Stephen L said:
Rumour sites are about as believable as a politician’s promise
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that's being a bit unfair to rumour sites
dcash29 said:
I've even seen the same comments on this site, so what you are suggesting is don't read what comes to my attention. I guess it depends if you are, or are not a gear junkie.
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If you're a gear junkie, then you're a lost soul and will inevitably read rumour sites. I should know......
 
The guy running it does have some sources within that have limited access/knowledge on upcoming products/firmware releases.
I enjoy the info and tit bits, with the build up to a release.
Until it's either announced by Nikon or actually out in the wild, anything posted should be taken as a rumour (it's in the name)
Sometimes he's close, sometimes a bit wide of the mark and sometimes it never materializes (which can be frustrating if you're wanting it to be true).
As a gear junkie, It can seem like forever for cameras to get an update, whether that's a firmware or completely new updated model.
I feel like the Z50 will be here soon enough. Though if rumours are to be correct, it's not going to be enough of a step up.
 
wilt said:
The guy running it does have some sources within that have limited access/knowledge on upcoming products/firmware releases.
I enjoy the info and tit bits, with the build up to a release.
Until it's either announced by Nikon or actually out in the wild, anything posted should be taken as a rumour (it's in the name)
Sometimes he's close, sometimes a bit wide of the mark and sometimes it never materializes (which can be frustrating if you're wanting it to be true).
As a gear junkie, It can seem like forever for cameras to get an update, whether that's a firmware or completely new updated model.
I feel like the Z50 will be here soon enough. Though if rumours are to be correct, it's not going to be enough of a step up.
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I would love to see a Nikon 300mm 2.8 that matches the Sony in weight, 1400g is amazing for a lens of that type, looking back some of my favourite images I have taken were with my old 300 2.8 VRII when I had it
 
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