Nikon Z8 Camera With Z 24-120mm f/4 S Lens Kit

Key Features

Camera

• 45.7MP FX stacked CMOS sensor with EXPEED 7 processing
• Advanced subject detection AF with 3D Tracking
• Up to 20fps full-resolution RAW shooting with AF/AE
• Blackout-free EVF for continuous high-speed shooting
• Internal 8K/60p N-RAW and 4K/120p video
• 5-axis in-body VR
• 3.2-inch four-axis tilting touchscreen
• CFexpress Type B/XQD and UHS-II SD card slots

Lens

• 24-120mm wide-angle to telephoto zoom
• Constant f/4 maximum aperture
• 630g lightweight S-Line construction
• Multi-Focusing system with dual AF drive units
• 0.35m minimum focus throughout the range
• Up to 0.39x maximum reproduction ratio
• ARNEO and Nano Crystal coatings
• 77mm filter thread

Product Summary

The whole point of this kit is how rarely you’ll need to swap lenses. 24mm covers landscapes, architecture, interiors and general travel work, and by 120mm you’re pulled in close for portraits, event details and subjects you can’t physically get nearer to. For a full day out shooting, or a wedding where the action moves fast, that 5x range means fewer missed moments while you’re digging through a bag.

f/4 holds steady across the whole zoom, so exposure doesn’t shift as you go from wide to tight. The S-Line optics are well suited to the detail captured by the 45.7MP sensor, and at 630g the lens stays out of the way rather than turning the Z8 into a workout.

Close focusing down to 0.35m at any focal length is genuinely useful for food, flowers, products and smaller details you come across, reaching up to 0.39x reproduction at 120mm. Fast Multi-Focusing AF keeps up with changing subjects, while reduced focus breathing makes the transition from stills to video much easier.

In More Detail

NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S

The included S-Line zoom covers wide-angle through to short telephoto perspectives while maintaining a constant f/4 maximum aperture throughout the range. Its 630g construction makes it a versatile option for travel and everyday shooting, while the Multi-Focusing system uses two synchronised AF drive units for fast, accurate focusing. A 0.35m minimum focus distance at every focal length provides up to 0.39x reproduction for close-up details, with ARNEO and Nano Crystal coatings helping to suppress flare and ghosting. Focus breathing is also reduced, while stable exposure control and the constant aperture support smooth changes in focal length during video recording.

45.7MP Stacked Sensor and EXPEED 7

Within our Nikon Z mirrorless range, the Z8’s 45.7MP FX-format stacked CMOS sensor combines the sort of resolution you’d expect for landscapes, portraits and commercial work with the readout speed needed for much faster subjects. Files reach 8256 x 5504 pixels, native ISO runs from 64 to 25,600, and the electronic-only shutter reaches 1/32,000 sec with silent shooting and no mechanical shutter vibration.

Pixel Shift uses the sensor-shift VR mechanism to capture a series of RAW frames, which NX Studio merges into files up to 180MP. Current firmware lets you combine Pixel Shift with Focus Shift or auto-exposure bracketing, useful when a single exposure or focus plane isn’t enough for product, architecture, landscape and other carefully controlled work.

High-Speed Shooting and Blackout-Free Viewing

Full-resolution 45.7MP RAW images can be captured at up to 20fps with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure. With a compatible high-performance CFexpress card, the buffer is rated at over 1,000 RAW images during a continuous 20fps burst.

High-Speed Frame Capture+ increases this to 30fps for 45MP JPEGs, 60fps at approximately 19MP or 120fps at approximately 11MP, with AF/AE tracking. Pre-Release Capture buffers images before the shutter is fully pressed, helping with unpredictable action.

The 3.69-million-dot Real-Live Viewfinder remains blackout-free during continuous shooting and refreshes at up to 120fps, providing an uninterrupted view when following fast or erratic subjects.

Advanced Subject Detection and 3D Tracking

The 493-point hybrid AF system combines 3D Tracking with subject detection for:

• People: eyes, face and upper body
• Animals: dogs, cats and birds, including eyes, heads and bodies
• Vehicles: cars, motorbikes, bicycles, trains and aircraft

Dedicated bird detection helps maintain focus against complex backgrounds, while 3D Tracking follows subjects as their position, orientation and distance change.

AF sensitivity extends down to -9 EV with Starlight View enabled in supported modes. Firmware updates have also introduced refinements to subject detection, including bird and aircraft tracking.

8K RAW and Professional Video

Internal recording reaches 8.3K/60p in 12-bit N-RAW and 4.1K/120p for high-resolution slow motion. Oversampled 4K UHD can also be created from 8K capture.

Formats include N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes 422 HQ, H.265/HEVC and H.264/AVC. N-RAW records 12-bit footage internally and can simultaneously create Full HD proxy files for editing.

Recording is available in 8-bit, 10-bit or 12-bit depending on format. N-Log provides greater latitude for grading, while HLG supports HDR delivery.

Video Monitoring and Recording Controls

Tools include:

• Waveform monitor
• Zebra patterns
• Focus peaking
• Red REC frame indicator
• Fine ISO control in 1/6 EV increments
• Linear manual focus with compatible lenses
• Adjustable AF speed and tracking sensitivity
• Dedicated video information display
• Timecode support
• RAW proxy recording
• Audio attenuator
• Slow shutter speeds down to 1/4 sec

Audio can be recorded using 24-bit linear PCM with compatible formats. 3.5mm microphone and headphone connections support external audio and monitoring, while compatible XLR adapters provide additional professional microphone options.

5-Axis VR, Four-Axis Monitor and Professional Handling

Five-axis in-body Vibration Reduction supports handheld stills and video, with electronic VR also available for video. Synchro VR coordinates in-camera and lens stabilisation with compatible NIKKOR Z lenses.

The 3.2-inch, 2.1-million-dot touchscreen tilts in four directions for high- and low-angle shooting in horizontal or vertical orientation while remaining aligned with the camera body.

At approximately 910g with battery and memory card, the body is around 30% smaller than the Z9 and omits its integrated vertical grip. It retains extensive weather sealing, while a sensor shield closes when the camera is switched off to help protect against dust and fingerprints during lens changes.

Low-Light Handling

Several features support operation in dark environments:

• Illuminated buttons help identify controls
• Starlight View brightens the display
• Warm display colours help preserve night vision
• Lo1 and Lo2 reduce viewfinder brightness
• Image frame display makes the edges of the shooting area easier to identify

Creative Photography Tools

Additional in-camera functions include:

• Focus Shift Shooting for subsequent focus stacking
• Multiple Exposure
• Interval Timer Shooting and Time-Lapse Video
• Long Exposure Noise Reduction
• Creative Picture Controls

Storage, Power and Connectivity

One card slot accepts CFexpress Type B or XQD media, while the second supports UHS-II SD cards. CFexpress provides the sustained write speeds required for demanding bursts and high-resolution video, while SD can be used for backup, overflow or separating file types.

Power comes from an EN-EL15c rechargeable Li-ion battery, with in-camera USB charging and compatible external USB power during operation. Older EN-EL15-series batteries offer varying levels of compatibility and performance.

Two USB-C terminals separate data communication from charging and power delivery, allowing external power without occupying the data connection. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are built in, while wired Ethernet is supported through a compatible USB-C adapter for image transfer and remote workflows.

Expanding the Lens System

The included 24-120mm can be complemented by a wide range of NIKKOR Z lenses and compatible third-party options, from ultra-wide zooms and fast primes to specialist macro and super-telephoto optics.

Existing F-mount lenses can also be used with the optional FTZ II Mount Adapter. Compatible AF-S, AF-P and AF-I models retain autofocus and exposure functionality, while older optics offer varying levels of compatibility.

Flash and Accessory Compatibility

The Creative Lighting System and compatible Speedlights are supported for TTL flash photography, alongside compatible third-party lighting systems.

HDMI, USB-C, microphone, headphone and accessory connections support external microphones, monitors, recorders, remote controls and other production equipment.

Read our Nikon Z8 review for first-hand shooting impressions, sample images and video, and to see how the camera performs for wildlife, landscapes, portraits and everyday photography.

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Read our Nikon Z8 review for first-hand shooting impressions, sample images and video, and to see how it performs across a range of subjects.

What's in the Box

• Nikon Z8 Full-frame Mirrorless Camera
• Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S Lens
• LC-77B Lens Cap (front cap)
• LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap)
• HB-102 Lens Hood
• CL-C2 Lens Case