Which Nikon Camera Should You Buy? Z6, Z7, D850, D5 

I got a D850 less than a week ago after spending days on end just comparing and weighing different options. It was a very difficult decision with all the great Nikons in the market right now and with the mirrorless market boom that we saw in 2018. Even though I agree that mirrorless is the future, but I thought that I’d still be more comfortable going with the D850. The Z6 especially seems like a great camera, but I decided to skip this generation and maybe the next before I jump into Nikon mirrorless. I am a hobbyist and I don’t make money out of photography, so to be an early adopter and taking risks and dealing with the shortcomings of a first generation mirrorless is a big risk for me. Had I bought one of the new cameras, and regretted my decision afterwards, I won’t have the ability to rectify it in a short amount of time, so I decided to go with the true and tested D850. Thanks for the excellent reviews and videos Jared.

I can see myself picking up a D850 in the future as a collection item. It's the last great DSLR.

I do mostly landscape photography. What I like about the Z7 is the custom configurability of it’s controls and screen (vs. my D750). As a tool, it enables me to do capturing techniques like focus stacking and multi-exposures faster and easier. The EVF enables better focusing during low light sunrise/sunset situations ... like a night scope.

I'm a pro d850 shooter that was either going to get a second d850 as a backup, or jump into one of the mirrorless Z's, as I believe these types of cameras are the future. I thought and thought, and settled on a Z6, mostly because I do a lot of work in very low light and thought it would improve my work on the d850 in those particular situations. After a couple shoots I've learned a few things: 1. I was shooting the Z series totally comfortably on the first day. If you are a Nikon DSLR shooter, these cameras and their controls will feel incredibly familiar in your hands - bravo to Nikon for that. The EVF, something I've never liked before on other cameras, was incredibly crisp and wonderful to use. 2. On the Z6, in the very low light situations which I got the camera for, I was disappointed in the image quality compared to what I've become used to from the d850. Even at reasonable ISO's, the quality and amount of the noise is significantly worse. I was able to get images looking good in time, but with WAY more post production than the d850 images required. If I was comparing the performance in very low light between the d850 and the Z6, I would give the nod to the d850 for sure. 3. In more normal light situations, shooting the Z6 is a total blast, and the images were fantastic. But, as one would expect with the different sensors, they do not compete with the d850 when you look at fine detail. That said, when adjusting for the difference in camera cost, I think the Z6 will make many people incredibly happy. The images were great. 4. I thought I would just use it for low light, but I loved the ergonomics of shooting it so much I want to use it all the time, but for me the Z6 wasn't enough. I've realized that as a d850 snob, the Z6 doesn't have the chops for me to continue owning. So, tomorrow I'm taking it back and getting the Z7 - essentially identical sensor to the d850, with all the joy of shooting this small, wonderful to use, mirrorless package. Excited!

Jared, after watching about 6 of your video's on the Z7, Z7ii, Z6ii and Z6, I learned so much that I knew what I needed commensurate with my skills and my desire, AND my wallet, so I just ordered the Z6 with 2 lens, and a lens attachment to enjoy my F4s camera lenses again. That is so exciting and I appreciate the enormous skill and findings you share in your video's. Thank you!

I've been using a Z7 for several months, and now a Z6, and I have barely used my D850/D810/D800 since. These Z-cameras are amazing, with features like in-body image stabilization (IBIS), edge-to-edge AF points, live image preview, live histogram in the viewfinder, silent shooting, extreme lens sharpness, a lack of chromatic aberrations, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi built in (with SmartPhone and PC/Mac connectivity), 10-bit 4K 4:2:2 N-Log video, and a much lighter weight. In fact, since I've been using the Nikon Z-cameras, my DSLRs now feel bloated and heavy. I agree with Jared on this one.

I choose D850 and Z6 Dynamic Duo, complete each other

its not about having the best or the latest greatest cameras/lenses.. Its about going out and shoot with whatever you have.

I just bought a D750 as my first full frame camera. For $1300 on amazon you can't beat it. should be an excellent upgrade from my D3300.

For years I waited to buy a professional camera and finally choose the D850. Its robust and love the body. Mirrorless came out right after but I’m still happy with my D850. Maybe in 5 years I will go mirrorless but am quite happy now. Something new always comes out later so why jump just cause mirrorless came out. It may be the future but the future lays changes. Let them perfect it and in 5+ years I will buy and have 2 Great cameras. I bet my 850 will still be working and may even be a collectors item one day!

I weighed all my options and thought it better to buy the "last DSLR" than the first [Nikon] mirrorless...

I was super exited to buy the Z 6, but ended up going with D500 and 200-500mm lens. I love everything the mirrorless Z 6 offers, but I realized I need a crop sensor to get that extra distance with my wildlife photography. A D5, or D850, would be good too, but their prices are still too expensive, even used.

I’m currently using the d850 and had a D4s. For my needs the D850 is perfect. The dynamic range is crazy close to a medium format.

Excellent and comprehensive video for the rapidly changing camera technology. I sold my D5 and kept my D850 and I also purchased the Z6. I am a stills shooter and video is not an issue. The lack a a real battery grip is even more of an issue for me than only having one XQD card slot. Overall I think that Nikon did a pretty good job for the first generation mirrorless Z6. I have done some low light dance performances with my Z6 and I was pleasantly surprised. I used the low light AF function (-4 EV) with both auto area and dynamic area AF and I found this to be close to the low light auto focus capabilities of my DSLRs. Having image and exposure preview in the Z6 before the shot is a huge advantage over DSLRs for rapidly changing live theater lighting without using flash! I am now shooting my D850 when I am using a speedlight and my Z6 primarily for ambient light like live dance performances. Not having a full functioning battery grip is a big minus though. The D850 just works better for me when when I am shooting indoor and outdoor events with fill flash. One thing that Nikon simply must do is to issue periodic firmware updates for the Z6 and Z7 and to not rest on their laurels. Some of the weakness of their new mirrorless cameras can be fixed with firmware updates. I won't purchase another Nikon camera until they release the professional mirrorless camera (Z9?) with professional functionality and features. The D6 would be fine for professional sports photographers in the short term but not for the rest of us in the long term.

I own all these cameras. With the Z I find myself fighting to acquire proper focus in many situations where my DSLRs nails it, this is the biggest drawback to the Z. I need a camera that focuses above anything else otherwise, all the bells and whistles of a mirrorless are mute. The video aspect is so clearly superior in the Z mirrorless I appreciate Nikon addressing that area. More than most I wished Nikon had "reinvented mirrorless" the sad truth is Nikon did not - Hype vs Vision. Jared, Thanks for your opinion and appreciate your enthusiasm - I been with Nikon since the Minolta XD11 days when I switched over and probably be with Nikon for life.

I own the D5, D850, D500 and have had the Z7. What he fails to mention is that with the D5 and D850 all of the controls are in the same location as previous high end Nikon pro level camera. The Z series cameras have different control layouts, so it is harder to switch between those cameras and the DSLR bodies and be able to 'just know' where the controls are without having to look. I can pick up my D5, D850, or D500 and it doesn't matter because all the controls are the same and in the same places. Not so for the Z series bodies. This makes it hard on long time Nikon users, like myself, who have memorized control locations and can just pick up a body and shoot. For action photographers, being able to change controls while still shooting and not having to stop to look, is a big deal.

Okay, you firmed my decision to get the Z6. Nice comparison!

Nikon D750 with a Tamron 24-70mm 2.8 G2. Nikon D500 with a Tamron 70-200mm 2.8 G2. Best cost / performance / weight scenario.

I'll take the D5 thank you, I just need someone to give me the money to pay for it.

Got D850 + D5. Wonderful pair.

D850. Dslr all the way. Very helpful video

I'm a hybrid person and have a D500. Z6 is calling my name for my first full frame.

D5 - over 3700 shots with one charge and has a fantastic build and huge buffer. You're not missing any shots with it and it's built to last.

Well done. I see your earlier skepticism on mirrorless has given way to enthusiasm.

Did you ever make a video about which sensor format is best for certain situations? If you know which format is right for you it's just a matter of price, comparing specs and trying cameras at a store. But many people still think that a 35mm sensor is always an upgrade from an APS-C sensor even though the larger sensor might not always be the best choice. For example, I take photos of animals, usually they are a bit further away. I would never choose a camera with a 35mm sensor for that. I would sacrifice the crop factor for low light performance that I don't need. I would have to carry a much heavier 150-600mm lens to get the same reach as my 100-400mm lens. The D500 is still a pro camera even though it has "only" an APS-C sensor. But it doesn't have to hide behind the D5, it's just a camera for a different job.

Hi Jared. Great video. I am old school and still love my Nikon D4s with my older Nikkor D lenses. It serves my needs and is built like a tank.

Hey bud, just wanted to say it's funny how youtube works....usually, the most knowledgeable ones have the fewest subscribers, not that 1 million subs isn't amazing (congrats btw) but the amount of content and the thoroughness of the content you produce is outstanding and should have 20 times the subs! Really appreciate all you do...... Thanks, Pat

Ive decided after sending my Canon 70D in for recall repair, I will NEVER purchase another Canon product. If your not a pro, they treat you as if you dont matter. They had my camera OVER a MONTH before sending me an estimate for a DIFFERENT repair and cleaning, NOT the recall work, it was ignored. So when I called, they tried to sell me an 80D and told me it was a FULL FRAME camera, which it is NOT. She was very pushy and cared more about selling me ANYthing (even tho she didnt know her product obviously) than repairing the camera I already have. Not to mention allowing my camera to sit OVER A MONTH before even READING the repair request enclosed. They tried to get out of doing the recall work, but would clean it and look at the focus issue that started with the 70/80 error message for a $250 charge. This is SUPPOSED to be a RECALL, NO CHARGE issue. Im disgusted with Canon. Theres NO possibility of speaking directly to the repair dept OR a Supervisor. Forget it. YOU DONT MATTER unless you are well known PROFESSIONAL

My D800e and D4 still kick butt! As a stills shooter, this combo is wonderful for a variety of use cases...even in 2019!

I'm currently using a D700 which I love. Only one card slot hasn't been a problem for me, although I'm well aware it is a risk. It does fill the buffer quite quickly though, and then stop taking pictures for what feels like an eternity as it empties, so it would be nice not to have that problem. The fact it's "only" 12 megapixels is fine too - the files aren't too big given I shoot all raw all the time, and so long as I compose decently it's not really lacking in detail, so I think it's a sweet spot. A better autofocus system and better high-ISO performance would be nice though. Other than that and the buffer issue I see no need to upgrade really, not for my purposes

I just bought a d850 because it takes the sharpest cleanest photos.

Just bought the Z7 two days ago. Also have the D500 (my first camera) - I did a lot of sports photos! I won a Canon D6MII but it divided my on brands and therefore on lenses and after much study and deliberation, I opted for the Z7 with adapter ring. I opted for the Z7 because 1, I'm not a videographer but a portrait photog and I still have the D500 10fps. So now I have the megapixels, and the lighter weight and I think I'm going to be very happy for several years where I'm now set. Thank you for all you do!

I personaly prefer DSLRs because i love to see how the reality looks like and this is what i want to get as a picture on a LCD you ser how you picture will look like but not how the real world looks like. But its everyones own preference

Ergonomics?? I shoot with my left eye so with my DSLRs, I always have my face pressed up against the glass -( 'aka 'zoo station syndrome'.) The Z6 and Z7 have an extended viewfinder so my face clears the screen leaving room to adjust the joystick and controls. I'm loving it. Zoo Station lyrics by U2: 'Time is a train Makes the future the past Leaves you standing in the station Your face pressed up against the glass' Cheers Hamish

I feel like, the argument for a D850 over a Z7 is pretty narrow. As in, I don’t see a lot of compelling reasons to choose a D850 over a Z7, there’s definitely reasons but they are fairly negligible in my opinion. What I find interesting is that the Z6 almost seems positioned as a little brother to the D5 in terms of megapixel count, low light, and FPS. And for people who may not quite need the functionality of the full blown D5, they can get a very similarly functioning package with much newer tech at a third of the cost with the Z6. Very interesting product positioning there.

just bought a D3, im a HS student and need something fast for sports, Used it for about a month so far and love it!

Just like this comparison, can you make the Canon comparison (the ULTIMATE BATTLE) between the Canon EOS R, the 6D Mark II, the 5D Mark IV, and a 1DX Mark II? Jared?! Can you please do it?!

The only thing holding me back from the z cameras is the lack of duel cards. I'm a wedding photographer so really need that security. Hoping they bring out revised models soon.

Great video, as usual, Jared. I still shoot weddings and events with a D7100 and a D750, with great results. If people think they become a better photographer by just buying a new camera, then they are sadly mistaken. My take is, the camera manufacturers are tying to survive because of how much their market has shrunk due to cellphones. It's all about marketing and pushing out new products. I bet within a year or two there will be new versions of the Z series. As far as mirrorless goes, I own a LX100 ( there's now a mark II ) that I use for street photography and it's so good that I'm willing to wait and see what the Lumix S1 and S1r are like, if I even decide to go full frame mirrorless. Indications are that they will blow everything else on the market away....for a large price. Time will tell, I'm in no rush. I'm old school and still "hobby shoot" with a N65.

I’m upgrading to a z6 today from my d5200, time to get in with the new and out with the old. So excited

Notice the spec changes between 12.03 and 12.23 between Z6 and Z7 making the Z7 best for video afterall, which explains why the Fro uses it for video and not the Z6.

Got the D850 and love it! High resolution cameras don’t pardon mistakes! Thanks to this camera I had to step my game up and be careful about the details because this camera retains everything and every detail! My next will probably be a Z7 or other future mirrorless camera!

Love your animated video's and frank comments! Oh the research I've doing to make an upgrade, I hadn't even thought about mirrorless until a couple of months ago as a replacement for an F mount lens camera......... Ordered the Z6+FTZ, selling my D610 but keeping my D810. To many F mount lenses to not keep both the D810 and Z6 and a working pair. Whats the worst that can happen, I sell it down the line.

Jared, your videos are great, Man! Always! Always very informational, informative, helpful, fun, etc. Sincerely, I appreciate all of the effort/time you put into making these videos (with help of course). It helps me out a lot! I've been out of the photography game for a while, sold most of my Nikon equipment, but am thinking about getting back in and was unsure and apprehensive of these new mirrorless cameras. But after this video, I gotta say, I feel pretty comfortable with taking on a mirrorless (I'm thinking the Z6). The great auto-focus of mirrorless and quality of video (with silence) are very enticing features for myself, and you being so excited about them does instill confidence in myself as a former enthusiast. I'm gonna have to check it out ;)

I bought the Nikon d850 at the time of putting in the first orders for the Z6 and 7 . Not so impressed with it ( yet) . But it took a long while to start really dialing in on the d810. The 810 is becoming one of my favorite cameras. I have the d500 and it instantly became my go to favorite camera. It’s so easy the use period. But the image quality of the d810 trumps it and the better I get a shooting with such high megapixel cameras the better I like them. So I think (for me ) I’ll have a learning curve with the d850. Higher megapixels is harder. I almost wish I’d gone with a Z-6 . Even with the long weight . I shoot a ton of video these days . I actually got the d850 for video and the picture quality is phenomenal. Better than the d810 “yes” . But the Z system is definitely better for this type of work. And I’ll be getting a z6 this year sometime I think. Was going to get the BlackMagic Pocket Cinema 4K . But the Nikon system is going to be better for me at the moment. The cost of setting up the BMPCC 4K is actually more than the Nikon and more of a workaround camera . But it will have the BlackMagic Raw vs ProRes Raw. That’s with the Atomos Ninja 5 recorder. The future for Nikon is good . Please Nikon push the Mirrorless system to its limits. Don’t sit back and not give the customer “all “ they want. Follow suit with Fujifilm and not Sony. Fujifilm builds cameras and supports their customers. Sony pushes the envelope on technology and functions. That’s bad ass . But Fujifilm makes the Cameras easy to use , high quality build, high quality lenses and firmware updates all the time to make the cameras function better as things change . Thanks Jarrod

If you're just starting out with full frame, what about the D610? Still current and still a great camera, but can be picked up reasonably cheaply (well, much cheaper than a Z6) second hand. Small and light too.

Thank you, I'm currently in the cross road to select amongst all these 4 cameras (Z6, Z7, D850, D5). I have D750, D500 + 12 Nikkor D & G lenses. It would make sense to go for Z6.

Excellent video. One thing I don’t think has been considered. Mirrorless cameras don’t have a problem with mirror-slap for obvious reason. You can lock the mirror up but it’s only good for static subjects.

The D750 SHOULD be on the table because it blows away the Z6 if you’re not shooting video. For $850 less currently.

I'd be stepping up from another Nikon, so the Z6 looks like a good bet. Time to start investing in the future with the lenses and the experience and so forth. Spending more for an older tech like the D5 or the D850 simply doesn't interest me. I like the greater emphasis on video, too, that's been a long time coming. I totally understand the value of waiting, but my next camera will be a Nikon mirrorless. incidentally, I've seen this same kind of discussion in so many contexts. "I'm not getting Windows XP, Windows 98 has all the bugs worked out and it will take years for them to iron out all the XP bugs." Or how about, "Nobody needs a SD card over 4 MB, and you're just risking so much more data with a 16 MB card. Just buy more 4 MB cards, it's proven technology." Within a year, nobody will admit to still owning a Nikon DSLR except a hobbyist poor-mouthing themselves, "Well, I'm not a pro, I just shoot flowers." We all know how this works out in the end, we've read this novel before.

Great video. A few things: 1. I would have loved to have seen the D750 up there just because it's kind of the DSLR equivalent of the Z6 (like the D850 is for the Z7). 2. A little explainer on what "extended high" mode on the Zs would have been helpful. If you want full AF and AE while shooting, you're limited to 5.5 FPS, so they're really nowhere near the D5 yet in terms of frame rate. 3. Re: the whole "one card slot" thing: something that a lot of people overlook is that if you're doing any kind of fast-paced shooting and you have to pause to let your buffer clear, you potentially lose shots. It doesn't seem as catastrophic as a card failure, but over time the lost shots stacks up. This isn't really a big deal for landscape, portraits, etc., but for sports, wildlife, and even potentially weddings, it's huge. By going with the much-quicker-writing XQD card (especially on the Z6 where you effectively can't outshoot the buffer), Nikon reduced the number of shots you'll lose gradually over time to a clogged buffer at the cost of increasing your risk of a catastrophic failure.

Omg ! I just ordered a Nikon Z6 .. Cant wait to get it ! :)))))

I stay with my Nikon D7500, it is a great camera and the photos are excellent. The only problem with the D7500 is normaly behind the camera. Greetings from germany

sold my D850 for a Z7 and haven't regretted the decision once. very solid cameras. the D850 is fantastic though. you just have to decide what camera suits your needs better.

I have a Z 6, and a D850, and I love the Z 6, burt it just isn't up to the AF of the D850 in near dark environments (salsa events/parties); the Z 6 will often freeze the EVF image, and then I'm lucky if I get the right shot. With the D850, there is no such problem. I'm guessing the camera after the next iteration will be much better...in about 5 to 6 years time.

I recently got the Z6 with adapter from Nikon at 1.21L INR which almost equals to 1640$ and I am super happy with the purchase. The quality of stills are stunning and mirrorless systems are fast, man! They are really faster than DSLRs. I'll also buy the D850 in few months or a year but only for the 45.7MP sensor. Otherwise my Z6 does the job seamlessly!!

Bought my D3100 in 2011, its been 10 years i squeezed a lot out of that d3100 its been a great cam for me, now i am in the market for an upgrade and things have changed a lot since then, i am more leaning towards mirrorless but i dont want that adaptor thing to use my old collection f mount lenses. If i go mirrorless way i will definitely go for Sony.

So i have more models to choose from.. D750 D3 D5 and Z6 now... i make Wedding Videos with Z6 and a Crane Plus Gimbal and its awsome...but for Concerts i use D5 and Z6...serial shots are their dutys... and i keep the D3 and use it with a Sigma 50 mm 1.4 to make open aperture portraits.... so every Nikon i have has a specialty...

If the D750 and Z6 was released during the same time, I would jump on the Z6. I travel a lot and beginning to do more videos. I have the D750 and it's amazing but the video is ultra lacking for autofocus. The Z6's video performance surpasses the D750's, in my opinion. For images, I'm not pixel peeping or wanting a megapixel monster, so I'll be perfectly fine with the Z6's 24mp. The Z6/Z7, D860 and D5 lineup is insanely good. The D750 is pretty much 5 years old and people are still raving about it. Those 4 cameras are super great for what they are and I don't think you'll have a bad day with either of those 4 options.

Great video Jared and Stephen! I use the D750 and the Z6 but finding myself grabing the Z6 almost all the time now. So for me it’s for sure the Z6.

I still shoot with my d800 and I still love it!

I'm currently in the market for a professional camera. Over 30 years doing photography as a hobby, it's about time I invest in a professional model. Before watching this video, I was all over the table, should I go Canon? No... how about Sony? Wait, what about Nikon? After watching this video, it put some things in perspective. I already had my eye on the D850, which is what I'm leaning towards. Mirrorless cameras seem like great technology, but too new on the market to be a sure bet. Thanks for the reviews. Saved me time and money and/or disappointment.

I literally agonized over which one to buy for three weeks. I watched every review video, read every article, and just stressed. I am just trying to make something of my photography, so I am not rolling in money. It had to be one and only one. I have shot SLR, DSLR, 110 pocket cameras, range finders, etc. I have done dark room work and now Photoshop and Lightroom. So for me, even switching to digital when I did was a huge step (helped along by the losers who stole all of my film gear). I finally decided on the Z7 and nothing else has come close to the amazement I have felt with what these mirrorless can do. The EVF and all the features that go with it are mind blowing. To be able to actually see your exposure and depth of field in the view finder is, to me, mind blowing. I agree with Jared, DSLRs will soon be historical pieces. I hope that doesn't offend anyone, but I do believe it is true. That is another reason I went with the Z7. No regrets. If you are thinking of getting one, just do it!

Simple choice for me. I already have the D500 (D5's little brother), I think the D850 would be something I would like. Plus, my D500 has the XQD and SD... like the D850. Thanks for the video, Jared.

I have a D500 and just got an almost brand new D700, which is great in combination with good glass...

I think it's time to buy more glass. The mirrorless Nikons have only one slot and not enough native glass yet. The DSLRs are, as you said, not a place to invest. So, glass.

D4s gets my vote that and a d500 and you've got everything covered - not to say the d850 isn't fantastic - it is but D4s is enough. Thanks for your videos!

Buying a brand new D750 for now. I'll work up to a D4 and then a Z6 in a few years when it depreciates to about half it's current cost. When you don't shoot video, mirrorless offers only marginal advantages. My favorite Mirrorless features are the IBIS with vintage glass and the silent shooting but not absolutely necessary and I can live without.. at least until the Z6 becomes dirt cheap ;)

An excellent review of 4 different cameras. It truly helped me understand the various features of all these cameras which can get quite confusing and over whelming for an amateur photographer like me. Thank you for this review and explanation.

Uggg! Well, after 20 years of shooting and 5 or so years of lugging my D810 around the world and up mountains and crap, it found it’s memorial on a rock today. While gleaning a lot from this video I’m still beyond conflicted as to getting a D850, or jumping into mirrorless. I’ve got a mix of Nikkor and Tamron lenses, I hear the latter can by updated to work with the Z series. But damn I’m conflicted. I shoot just about everything, portraits, wildlife, landscape, lunar and astrological events, sports, etc. I’ve not yet jumped into to video but I feel I’d be even more inclined if I grabbed a Z series since the 810 was so-so with the video. Thanks for the great video.

the mirrorles is clearly the future but my d850 is perfectly the job it is fabulous and I do not see the interest to change to a z6 or z7, plus the price of z7 is not justified and frankly I am amateur photographer and not a professional the d850 is really fabulous and fully satisfies my photographic needs, the passage on a mirrorles this will be the day or my d850 will have lived well.

I have a D850 and need a back up camera for weddings and I'm thinking about getting a Z6. It looks amazing and the video is awesome .

answer: none. The best thing that can happen to your photography is to stop upgrading and start making the best of what ever camera you have. Not adressed to pro like sport photographer, etc.

sir nothing challenge your differences understanding...your best

I own a D810 and a d500 and I still will in 10 years. I can get fantastic images in any situation with these two.We are long ago into diminishing returns and I also dislike mirrorless cameras which still feel like toys in the hand.

This was the best comp video I saw you make, explaining what camera gives you what you need in combo with what you shoot, much better then the "mark comp videos.

My D7200 works just fine...wish YOU JARED would do a (very many years late) review past the earlier one. I'm not a pro obviously, but the thing is still really good at what I can do with it and the pics I want to take: portraits, close-ups and landscapes .

thanks allot I love how you explain it easy so someone that don't even know about cameras can understand. and your line out of the videos or easy to understand as well. also your a fun guy through out the video. thanks allot

That was awesome. Thank You. Also, I enjoyed the "brick" portion. I'm redesigning a course for the college I work at, and you helped me with my argument with why we should look at purchasing mirrorless cameras.

Great review. I'm considering the D850 and the D5. Thanks for the insight

Hi, as per my observation, image quality of D810 is better than Z7 II. I used 70-200 f2.8 lens on both the bodies. F mount lens adapted on to Z mount with adapter. I strongly believe there is an image quality difference.

Love. I made my decision based on this video! Buying the Z6 and 850!

Nikon D5... 3 Years Old? Damn, where did those years go?

You're on a roll JP, another excellent and informative video. Bottom line is Nikon shooters have never had it better and there are no duds here. The D5 is a beast but the best camera for pro sports shooters and PJs in a war zone. Plenty of new tech in the Z series but not as robustly built as the D850. What will be the lifespan of a Z series body? On release the Z7 appears overpriced let's hope the MSRP drops over time. For now the Z6 is the sweet spot for Nikon mirrorless. Competitive price, great video and the perfect size for street photography.

the d850 with the dx legend the d500 is what's in my bag.

Awesome video thank you I ordered my z6 :) thank a lot Jared

The bottom line in determining which camera to buy is dictated by what you plan to do with it. if you are an amateur and have no aspirations of taking it any further than that, you could buy a mirrorless. Or, you could get a less expensive DSLR. Personally I would not give you a nickel for a whole truckload of mirrorless cameras but that is just me. If you are a serious amateur or working professional like me, the D850 (which is my go-to camera) or D5 is a far better choice.

Thanks Jared you are amazing, I've been debating for the last few months on which camera to buy.. D850 or Z7 but with your help I think I'm going to save go for the Z6 and invest in a new lens..

have the D750, I play with the Z6... today, would go with D850 in a seconds.... the Z systems are the future, but still in the begining, today my problem with those are the grip and sensor that is not cover. with the kind of shooting I do, big issue.... but , memory card, not really a problem for me. so, I think I will stick with my D750 for now until I found a good replacement for it. ( I do 99% of the time photo... rarely videos )

D750 should still be in the conversation considering how great a value it is these days. Though the Z6 is also an excellent value, which is why I have one. It’s the 2nd best for low light performance (behind the D5), ties the D5 for continuous shooting rate (and no, I don’t consider 12-bit raw a significant downside as the difference is negligible unless you’re really pushing your shadows hard), is the best of the 4 for video, has great IBIS and is the cheapest by $1000+.

Great video, I know it’s a bit dated since Nikon introduced the Z6ii cameras. I was thinking of getting the Z6ii, however, I have two concerns, Nikons financial situation, and, adding a lens to these the Z6ii or Z7ii make them big and heavy. Thanks for the video, you did a awesome job as always.

I want to upgrade from D7500 to full frame and I'm tempted by the Z6. But, is it good for landscape?

Next video should be Nikon Z6 vs. Sony a7SII vs. whatever Canon's mirrorless equivalent is. I love, love, love the a7SII, but this Z6 is a game changer!

Thats the reason why a lot of pros use canons lineup...better video focus on DSLRs. More FPS for pictures 1Dx MKII more raw continues shooting till full memory. And much more.

Enough about full frame cameras how about a tutorial how you get your fro so full? 👀

Easy pick on this one.....FUJI X-T3

Great video comparing the Nikon cameras... Love it!

i love your videos you seem to give the true reasons for buying a Z6 now, iam a nikon shooter for 30years and i have lots and lots of nikon glass so it is better i stick on with nikon and go mirrorless.

Nobody does it better than fro 🤘🤘🤘i will go with Nikon D850 for portrait n wedding

I am sticking with DSLR's, but that was an excellent review. I will buy a D6, if and when it comes out. But if had to buy a mirrorless camera today, it would be the Z6.