Nikon Z7 II Full Frame Mirrorless Camera

Nikon Z7 II Body Summary

Nikon has released the next generation upgraded Nikon Z7 II mirrorless camera. This full frame flagship Mk 2 body has been overhauled with a host of improvements based on customer feedback from a user base of enthusiasts and professional photographers. The body is quicker more versatile and more competent then ever confirming its’ hybrid capabilities with this update.

Features at a glance:

• Dual high speed Expeed 6 processors
• Dual card slots including CFexpress and high speed SD card
• Vastly improved AF and tracking with Eye/Face and animal detection for stills and video
• Faster burst frame rates at 10fps with a deeper buffer at 77 RAW images and 200 JPGs
• USB-C charging even whilst shooting
• Improved user interface and new firmware updates with additional features
• 4K/60p video with more flexible movie settings

Much like incremental updates to their DSLR cameras in ’S’ guise the mirrorless Z7 Mk II shows a number of significant upgrades across the board including greater dynamic range and cleaner performance across the wide ISO range. The sensor remains the same as extremely capable 45.8MP version gathering light down to -6EV with ISO from 64-25600 and includes 5 axis vibration reduction. The introduction of dual Expeed 6 processors has allowed for faster 10fps burst shooting with increased buffer capacity and an all round more responsive experience.

Improved AF provides faster AF subject acquisition and subsequent tracking with Eye Face and Animal detect now available for both stills and video. Movie dynamic range has been enhanced with full pixel readout for cleaner sharper results. Using an external recorder enables Apple ProRes RAW capture in 10-bit with stunning full frame detail or simply record in-camera using HLG for zero post processing or colour grading requirements. Slow motion can be captured at 120p in Full HD format and the camera body also sports built-in time-lapse and other shooting features. A new optional MB-N11 Battery Grip facilitates hot swapping of high capacity EN-EL15C batteries along with comfortable vertical shooting.

Hot off the press. Firmware update available July 2023. Nikon has released new firmware update firmware update 1.60 for the Z7 II which adds new features and control over monitor colour when shooting at night. Read more and download the firmware from our Nikon firmware news post here.

Sample Images

Nikon Z7 II with NIKKOR Z 50mm f1.8 S lens

50mm

1/200 sec

f/3.5

Nikon Z7 II

Nikon Z7 II

Nikon Z7 II with Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S lens

14mm

30 sec

f/2.8

ISO 500

Nikon Z7 II Full Frame Mirrorless Camera Body In More Detail

Effective pixels: 45.8MP

ISO sensitivity: ISO 64-25600

AF focus points (Detection range): 493 / Approx. 90% x 90% -3EV and 4EV (with low-light AF). The camera returns to your selected focus point when it wakes from standby. Exposure metering down to -4 EV is available when shooting with an f/2 (or faster) lens.

Maximum continuous shooting speed (with AE/AF tracking): 10fps

Buffer capacity: Approx. 77 shots

Number of shots: 360 shots (380 shots in power-saving mode)

Image sensor: 45-MP CMOS sensor

EVF: Approx. 369/ 0.80. The high-definition 3690k-dot electronic viewfinder boasts a high refresh rate that greatly reduces blackout even when shooting at high speed.

Monitor: Approx. 2100k-dot. Customisable info displays enable quick adjustment of settings or choose to disable the info display completely when shooting stills.

Lens mount: Nikon Z Mount

Movie: 4K60P

Media slots: Dual card slots - Cfexpress / XQD and SD. Use UHS-II SD cards in one slot and XQD or ultra-fast CFexpress cards in the other.

Dimensions (W × H x D) (mm): 134 x 100.5 x 69.5

Battery: EN-EL15C

Weight: 705g

SnapBridge: Nikon’s evolving SnapBridge app now lets you update your camera’s firmware via a smart device.

Nikon Z7 II Body Full Specifications

What else is included in the box?

• Nikon Z7 II camera body
• EN-EL 15c battery
• MH-25a battery charger
• BF-N1 body cap
• Camera strap AN-DC19
• UC-E24 USB-C cable
• HDMI / USB cable clip

Optional Accessories

• FTZ Mount Adapter
• Lexar 128GB CF Express Pro Type-B
• MB-N11 Battery Power Pack Grip
• WR-R11B Wireless Flash Remote
• Atomos Ninja V
• Nikon SB-5000 Speedlight