The Nikon Zf – my perspective

Ella a dark haired model wearing red bra and pants.  See is reclined and looking directly into the camera

The Nikon Z9 is ergonomically one of the best cameras out there. Followed by the Z8, Z7, and Z6, in the Nikon Z range.

I can dial in a shot, change settings etc incredibly quickly on my Z7.

The Zf is very much a compromise. Old school, takes time to change settings in comparison. So by have I bought one?

Winter scene.  Old church to the right, snow on the road and the sun can be seen coming though the trees on the left.

Recently I had the chance to use both in the studio, and with its better ergonomics the Z7 is clearly the better camera, so again why. Well I enjoy using it. It’s not a camera I will be using professionally, though it will be in the bag as a backup. It will be a camera to use for pleasure and with its traditional controls it like my Leica, just an enjoyable experience to use if slower. I have also been using it with other manual focus lenses, which is a delight.

So would I recommend the Zf. No the Z6 III is a better choice for you. Do I love it and enjoy using it, oh yes.

It’s one of those cameras you need to try.

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