Nikon announced the release of its flagship Z 9 + NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S

NIKON ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF THE Z 9 FLAGSHIP CAMERA

Nikon's most advanced mirrorless camera to date is designed for those pushing the boundaries of professional photography

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, October 28, 2021: Nikon today announces the release of its most advanced flagship Z 9 camera to date. The Z 9 is a significant step in the evolution of both Nikon and professional photography. The mirrorless camera features a new, stacked 45.7-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor developed by Nikon engineers, and an ultra-fast EXPEED 7 processor. It boasts Nikon's most advanced autofocus system and 3D tracking, class-leading video recording capabilities, an exceptional electronic viewfinder display, speeds up to 120 fps with full autofocus and exposure metering, and more.

In addition to the Z 9, Nikon also announces the release of the NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S – the first super-telephoto zoom lens in the Z series, as well as the FTZ II Mount Adapter, which further improves the usability of the existing FTZ Mount Adapter.

The Z 9 is designed for those pushing the boundaries of photography and videography. It is highly suitable for professional wildlife, sports, and photojournalism photographers who, in addition to reliability guarantees, seek an exceptional electronic viewfinder, AF, and functionality that surpasses even that of the D6. The Z 9 is also suitable for fashion and commercial professionals who need to unleash their full creative potential in high-resolution stills and video clips, as well as for video creators who want to achieve high-quality results in efficient and flexible workflows.

"The Z 9 is our most advanced camera we have ever created. It goes beyond anything that exists today," says Dirk Jasper, Product Manager, Nikon Europe. "Few cameras truly usher in a new era, and this is one of them. With the Z 9's exceptional features, including high-quality processing, speed, AI-based technologies, and ergonomics, photographers can tackle lighting, subject, and environmental challenges like never before. Armed with the camera's technical capabilities, professionals will be able to take their work to new heights."

Key features of the Z 9

Exceptional AF and 3D Tracking Features

The 493-point AF system includes auto-area AF with 405 points – five times more than the Z 7II, and 10 AF-area mode selections allow users to optimize their AF setup for any task. Meanwhile, deep-learning AI powers the most advanced simultaneous detection of up to nine different subject types. This combines with 3D Tracking – a first for Nikon’s mirrorless range – to capture every crucial moment. From people and their distinguishing features to animals and vehicles, the Z 9 understands what you’re shooting and reacts instantly to changes in a subject’s position, orientation, or speed.

A New Era in Video Capabilities

The Z 9’s incredible photographic capabilities allow users to record exquisite full-frame 8K UHD, 4K UHD, and 4K 120p video clips and time-lapse movies in-camera. 8K video clips at 30p can be recorded for approximately 125 minutes at a time – the longest duration among mirrorless cameras¹. And a forthcoming firmware update will enable RAW 8K video recording at an exceptionally smooth 60p². Full AF/AE and Eye-Detection AF functions support movie shooting, as Nikon's new N-RAW format keeps file sizes manageable³.

Powerful Speed

Shoot over 1,000 frames⁴ of full-resolution RAW at 20 fps in a single burst, and even up to 120 fps with full AF/AE in the new C+ mode. The world's fastest scanning speed⁵ virtually eliminates rolling shutter distortion to such an extent that a mechanical shutter has been removed. Shutter speeds of 1/32,000 combine with the camera's ability to shoot at ISO 64 for incredible depth of field, even in very bright light.

Constant Real-Time Visibility

The Z 9 features the brightest⁶ (3000-nit) electronic viewfinder display, with dual-stream technology that provides blackout-free live shooting at all times, so photographers never miss a moment. The Z 9's display provides a truly continuous real-time view, meaning that if the subject moves or there is even the slightest change in the scene being shot, the user will surely see it.

Ergonomics and Durability

Another innovation for Nikon, the Z 9 is equipped with a 4-axis vertical and horizontal tilting display, allowing photographers to adapt to the moment with fast and flexible composition. As a tool designed entirely for professionals, the camera's ergonomic features, such as button placement, have been refined and improved based on suggestions from professional photographers. At the same time, its robustness exceeds that of the D6, ensuring that users can capture anything even in harsh conditions. A new AF mode button allows users to switch AF mode and AF-area mode during viewfinder shooting, while the top and rear control LCD panels and buttons light up with a flick of the power switch for easy adjustment of camera settings in the dark.

NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S

A fast, sharp, and versatile companion to Nikon Z cameras. The NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S focuses quickly and quietly to track fast-moving subjects with absolute precision, even if they move erratically. Its 100-400mm telephoto zoom range and superior optical performance deliver outstanding results in a huge range of situations, whether the subject is relatively close or far away. In addition, thanks to powerful VR (vibration reduction) features equivalent to 5.5 stops, photographers can shoot handheld at slower shutter speeds without compromising sharpness. The minimum focusing distance is just 0.75m at the wide-angle end of the zoom range and 0.98m at full zoom.

FTZ II Mount Adapter

The FTZ II Mount Adapter further enhances the usability of the existing FTZ Mount Adapter through an optimized design. It supports approximately 360 NIKKOR F-type AI lenses and newer, allowing existing NIKKOR F lenses to be used with Z series cameras. The FTZ II Mount Adapter can be used with a vertical grip and various video accessories and allows lens changes without dismounting the camera from a tripod.

Additional Features of the Z 9

• Compact body: 20% smaller than the D6, with a deep grip that allows for secure handling for horizontal and vertical shooting

• Constructed from magnesium alloy for the best balance between strength and light weight

• Exceptional weather sealing protects the camera, Z series lenses, and mount adapters no matter how adverse the conditions are

• A conductive coating creates a magnetic field that actively repels dust particles from the sensor

• An internal ISO range of 64 to 25,600 (expandable to 32 to 102,400 equivalent) is paired with an advanced noise reduction and flicker reduction algorithm in-camera

All features and more about the product can be found here

Today at 7 PM, a short live stream on Nikon Europe's YouTube channel will feature a live Q&A session about the Z 9's market launch.

On November 5, from 2 PM to 10 PM, Nikon will celebrate its new flagship camera with the exclusive virtual event #NikonDays. It also includes discussions with Nikon professionals on all things Z system! Tune in for Q&A sessions, masterclasses, and hands-on workshops. The event is free and features talks by inspiring photographers who are among the first to use the Z 9. Register now for these upcoming sessions. Spaces are limited.

To participate in the event, register at: https://nikondays.nikoneurope.com

For the full program, visit https://nikondays.nikoneurope.com