# Nikon Z8

Mirrorless camera · 45.7MP stacked full-frame CMOS · profile confidence: **high** · source: nikon.com — Z8 specifications

## Video modes

| Resolution | Frame rates | Aspect | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8K | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 | 16:9 | Full-width; N-RAW internal |
| 4K | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 | 16:9 | Oversampled from 8K |
| 4K | 100, 120 | 16:9 | DX (crop) mode |
| 1080p | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120 | 16:9 |  |

## Stabilization

- **VR Off** (strength 0/3)
- **In-body VR** (strength 2/3)
- **IBIS + Electronic VR** (strength 3/3) — crops the image

## Color profiles

- **Standard** — 10-bit
- **N-Log** — 10-bit, log (for grading)
- **HLG** — 10-bit

## Field of view

Lens-dependent (interchangeable-lens body).

## Exposure

- ISO range: 64–25600 (recommended ceilings — bright: 400, normal: 3200, low light: 12800)
- Manual shutter: yes
- Aperture: variable (lens-dependent)
- Built-in ND: no

## Notable

- **Stacked sensor, no mechanical shutter** — Effectively no rolling shutter distortion — propellers and fast pans stay straight.
- **Pre-Release Capture (stills)** — Buffers frames before you fully press the shutter so you catch the exact moment.

Strengths: 8K internal RAW; Negligible rolling shutter; Flagship autofocus; Pre-release capture.
Weaknesses: Big files and expensive cards; Heavy; Overkill for casual shooting.

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