Nikon Z9 vs Z CAM E2-S6
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
Z CAM E2-S6 Black
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
The Nikon Z9 is widely praised as a flagship mirrorless camera that delivers outstanding image quality, blazing-fast autofocus, and robust build quality. Enthusiasts and professionals alike appreciate its continuous firmware updates, which have added valuable features and refined performance. While some users note its substantial weight and learning curve, the overwhelming consensus is that it is one of the best cameras available, offering exceptional versatility and reliability.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus speed and accuracy
- Superb image quality and color
- Robust build and weather sealing
- Long battery life
- Continuous firmware updates
Cons
- Heavy and bulky body
- Steep learning curve
- High price point
- Requires new Z-mount lenses for full benefit
Z CAM E2-S6 Black
The Z Cam E2-S6 is highly praised for its exceptional image quality, reliability, and value for money. Users highlight its flexibility with lens mounts and recording formats, though some note compromises like the lack of internal ProRes and the need for a cinema camera workflow. Overall, it delivers professional-grade results at a competitive price.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Great value for money
- Reliable performance
- Flexible lens mount options
- Good low-light performance
Cons
- No internal ProRes recording
- Requires cinema camera workflow
- ZRAW not compatible with Final Cut Pro X
- Limited lens mount options natively
- No Nikon mount adapter from Z Cam
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Z9 | Z CAM E2-S6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 26 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | 400 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | ZRAW |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 493 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 6K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 90 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 | ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422 Proxy/ProRes 422 LT/MOV/MP4, ZRAW |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | — |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 1.09 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 700 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | ✗ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI 2.0 |
| Hot Shoe | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Z CAM E2-S6 Black
- Strong sensor (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong video (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average affordability (21st percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 19 of 33 specs.