SP talks to Sajjan Kumar, Nikon India MD

The Nikon Z 9 and Z 8 are indeed exceptional mirrorless cameras, offering a plethora of features that set them apart from the competition.

- Ellora Dasgupta

• The Nikon Z 9 and Z 8 are two of your most sought-after mirrorless cameras, used by professionals as well as enthusiasts. What are the features that set them apart from the others? 

Both cameras boast an impressive 8.3K/60p capable 45.7-megapixel stacked CMOS sensor, ensuring unparalleled image quality and detail. This sensor, combined with the world’s fastest scanning speed*, ensures swift and accurate image capture even in challenging conditions.

Moreover, the wide range of AF Subject Detection Types, comprising of 9 variations with the help of AI-based algorithm, contributes to enhancing the autofocus performance, enabling precise subject tracking and focusing. This is further complemented by the cameras’ ability to achieve continuous image shooting of up to 20 fps in RAW and an impressive 120 fps in jpeg, ensuring that no moment is missed.

One of the standout features of both the Z 9 and Z 8 is the world’s first truly blackout-free electronic viewfinder*, providing a seamless shooting experience and allowing photographers to track the subject without interruption.