Over the past several weeks there have been rumors about Nikon releasing their first full-frame Mirrorless Camera. Today, Nikon Introduced Two Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras, the Z6 and Z7. Additionally, as the cameras have a new mount, Nikon will offer new lenses to use with the Z6 and Z7. Dpreview has published a video about Nikon's Two Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrWv6D3v95g&t=0s
Z6 & Z7
Nikon's two Mirrorless Cameras will be called the Z6 and the Z7. The Z6 appears to be Nikon's entry-level choice priced at $1995. The Z7, is the higher end of the two cameras priced at $3400. Based on the photos that were released, I found that these new cameras slightly resemble the Sony A7 line of cameras in appearance. The only exception is that the Z6 and Z7 have a bigger grip and are weather sealed.
Features to Be Excited For:
Among a few of the features coming to these cameras are:
- 4K Video
- Image Stabiliazation
- Silent Shooting
While these are great features, one feature I wish these cameras included was a dual card slot. Because there is a risk of a memory card failing in the field, having dual card slots help in preventing a complete loss of your footage. I do wonder why Nikon choose to omit this feature as they have it in the D850 and D500.
Adapter for Existing Lenses
As the new Mirrorless cameras will have a new mount, new lenses will be needed. However, Nikon has released an adapter for existing lenses to be used with these new cameras.
Summary: Nikon's Two Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras
In conclusion, I am very excited about these two cameras. Sony has been dominating the camera world for some time now. It is really interesting to see Nikon now introduce new products to compete with Sony. I would have like to see a fully articulated screen. With this release, I'm expecting Canon and Sony to release a camera to compete with Nikon's new offering. The Nikon Z7 is expected to go on sale the end of September while the Z6 will be released in November.