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The new Nikon flagship. A fast, powerful AF system with subject detection developed using deep learning technology. 45.7-megapixel stills. High-speed still frame rates up to 120 fps. 8K and 4K videos. The world’s first truly blackout free viewfinder, and Nikon’s first 4-axis tilting touchscreen. All in the most intelligent, durable, comfortable and connected Nikon camera the world has ever seen.
A breakthrough algorithm developed using deep learning enables the Z 9 to automatically detect and track the world’s largest range of subjects3—people, dogs, cats, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trains and planes—in stills and video with no menu changes.
AF and AE calculations are made at 120 cycles per second with rapid, constant communication between the lens and the camera through the Z mount. Even small, erratic subjects like birds in flight are tracked with ease.
Eye Detection AF automatically tracks the eyes of people, dogs, cats and birds (and similar creatures) even when they’re small in the frame, covered by hair, glasses or goggles, right-side up or upside down.
The power of Nikon’s acclaimed 3D Tracking is now available with deep learning subject detection. Effortlessly lock onto fast-moving subjects and track them moving toward you, away from you and everywhere in between.
Subject detection and AF works all the way down to -6.5 EV. Activate Starlight Mode, and focus all the way down to -8.5 EV. And since you’ll be spending more time in the dark, the Z 9’s buttons are illuminated.
EXPEED 7. The most powerful Nikon processing engine ever. 10x faster than previous generations. Handles complex AF and AE calculations at 120 cycles per second. Separately processes dual-streamed data from the stacked image sensor. Enables next-generation features like 120 fps still shooting, 8K video recording, a blackout-free viewing experience and more.
To capture moments you may never have seen before, the Z 9 captures 45.7-megapixel stills at an action-freezing 30 fps and press-ready 11-megapixel stills at an insanely fast 120 fps—all with full AF and AE performance and no blackout.
With a seemingly bottomless buffer, the Z 9 shoots continuously for more than 1,000 frames at 20 fps* as full resolution High-Efficiency RAW or JPEG (L) fine files. *When using the recommended memory card: ProGrade Digital CFexpress™ Type B 2.0 Cobalt 1700R.
Under a newly designed latching door are two matched slots optimized for high-performance CFexpress Type B cards. The slots are independent from each other, so you can load cards with different write speeds—including XQD cards.
The electronic shutter in the Z 9 achieves the world’s most minimal rolling-shutter distortion, eliminating the need for a mechanical shutter. Shoot at shutter speeds up to 1/32,000 second in complete silence, with no shutter vibration and no concerns about shutter wear.
When you need to be invisible, Silent Mode turns off menu sounds and VR Lock and minimizes lens drive noises. And since the Z 9 does not have a mechanical shutter, you can shoot without a shutter click—or plug in headphones so only you can hear the simulated shutter sound.
With an innovative body design that efficiently dissipates heat, the Z 9 records lush 10-bit 8K UHD video at 24, 25 or 30 fps internally for over 2 hours straight—with no risk of overheating. Need stills from your shoot? Save 33-megapixel frame grabs right from your footage.
Record dense 10-bit 4K UHD footage in-camera with full pixel readout from the Z 9’s outstanding sensor at 24, 25, 30p as ProRes 422 HQ or H.265 video. Or create dramatic 4K UHD slow motion sequences up to 120p. A 2.3x crop format with full pixel readout is available for getting closer to your subject without changing lenses.
Designed by Nikon specifically to bring ultra-high-resolution image quality to high-speed shooting applications. Achieves the world’s fastest scanning speed2, 12x faster data readout than the acclaimed Z 7II and absolutely spectacular image quality in stills and 8K videos.
The extreme scanning speed of the Z 9 suppresses rolling-shutter distortion. Capture natural-looking images of extremely fast moving subjects like golf and baseball swings, and vehicles.
The Z 9 delivers advanced Vibration Reduction (VR) with Synchro VR where 5-axis in-body VR and 2-axis lens VR work together, achieving an effect equivalent to a shutter speed up to approx. 6.0 stops faster.
Turn your shutter speed all the way up to 1/32,000 second and shoot wide open in harsh light. Enjoy the beautiful bokeh of NIKKOR Z lenses in more situations than ever.
New RAW format retains the same high image quality, dynamic range and flexibility as conventional RAW files with approximately 1/3 smaller file size. Speed up your workflow.
Until now, achieving a blackout-free view meant repeating certain frames within the viewfinder. The Z 9 is the first camera with a viewfinder that reveals every single moment1—including those previously blocked by conventional EVF or DSLR systems. Smoothly follow every movement of your subject, even when capturing at 120 fps.
The Z 9 outputs two data streams from the stacked CMOS sensor: one for writing to the memory card and one for viewing. The viewing stream is unaffected by any capture processing, leaving a pristine, lag-free, uninterrupted view with absolutely no blackout.
It goes up. It goes down. It goes left. It goes right. Shoot from nearly any angle—high, low or sideways—and maintain a clear, bright view of the frame. When you rotate the Z 9 for vertical shooting, the user interfaces within the monitor and the Real-Live Viewfinder also rotate to a vertical orientation.
Magnesium alloy shell with phenomenal heat dissipation and cold tolerance down to -10°C/14°F. Flagship weather-sealing to keep out dust, dirt and moisture.
Battery Type | EN-EL18D Rechargeable Lithium-Ion |
Built-in Flash | No |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC Terminal |
Flash Modes | First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
Mount Type | Nikon Z |
Megapixels | Actual: 52.37 Megapixel <br>Effective: 45.7 Megapixel (8256 x 5504) |
Compatible Media | CFexpress Type B / XQD |
Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Image Sensor Size | 35.9 x 23.9 mm |
Electronic Shutter | 1/32000 to 30 Seconds |
Image Sensor Type | Full-Frame CMOS |
Recording File Format (Image) | JPEG, Raw |
Recording File Format (Video) | <b>H.265 4:2:2 10-Bit</b><br> UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p<br> UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p <br> <b>ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 10-Bit</b><br> UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p <br> <b>H.265 4:2:0 8-Bit</b><br> UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p <br> <b>H.264 4:2:0 8-Bit</b><br> UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p <br> Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 20 fps at 45.7 MP for up to 1000 Frames (Raw)<br> Up to 30 fps at 45.7 MP<br> Up to 120 fps at 11 MP |
Light Metering Modes | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, Spot |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 64 to 25600 |
White Balance Mode | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) <br>External Microphone Input (Stereo) |
Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 493 |
Operating Temperature | 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C |
Recording Limit | Up to 125 Minutes for UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 29.97p(4:2:2 10-Bit) |
Camera Body Weight | 2.9 lb / 1340 g (Body with Battery and Memory) <br>2.6 lb / 1160 g (Body Only) |
Extended ISO | 32 to 102400 |
Camera Format | Full-Frame Mirrorless |
Screen Size | 3.2" |
Display Type | 4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Monitor Resolution | 3.2" |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3,690,000 Dot |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +3 |
Dimensions | 5.9 x 5.9 x 3.6" / 149 x 149.5 x 90.5 mm |
Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: CFexpress Type B / XQD |
Connectivity | USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2),<br> HDMI A (Full Size),<br> RJ45,<br> 3.5mm Headphone,<br> 3.5mm Microphone,<br> Nikon 10-Pin,<br> PC Sync Socket |
Brand | Nikon |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic (OLED) |