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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III and lenses
So, my current setup is a Sony A7 III, a Nikon D800E and a Nikon Df, and a
real assortment of lenses. With the Z6 getting off to a rocky start review-wise, it's still a pretty interesting camera, and easily comparable to the first Sony A7. My latest thinking, before the Z6 was announced, was whether I would go full Sony. The A7 III is truly an amazing camera in every respect. Fastest focusing I've ever seen, and razor-sharp focus at that. But, all my high end lenses are Nikon, and I really really love the Df, so I'm not sure I could abandon ship entirely. I shot a wedding a few weekends back, using the D800 for most of the posing shots and the A7 for the mingle shots. The difference in sharpness and laser sharp focusing is palpable! And I came away thinking that I should use the A7 exclusively for all my shoots. But then, the Z6, and what it may promise for the future. And specifically what it may mean with regards to keeping all my wonderful Nikon lenses, with a full-featured adapter. **** just got really hard! -- Sandman |
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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III and lenses
On 30 Aug 2018 08:49:21 GMT, Sandman wrote:
So, my current setup is a Sony A7 III, a Nikon D800E and a Nikon Df, and a real assortment of lenses. With the Z6 getting off to a rocky start review-wise, it's still a pretty interesting camera, and easily comparable to the first Sony A7. My latest thinking, before the Z6 was announced, was whether I would go full Sony. The A7 III is truly an amazing camera in every respect. Fastest focusing I've ever seen, and razor-sharp focus at that. But, all my high end lenses are Nikon, and I really really love the Df, so I'm not sure I could abandon ship entirely. I shot a wedding a few weekends back, using the D800 for most of the posing shots and the A7 for the mingle shots. The difference in sharpness and laser sharp focusing is palpable! And I came away thinking that I should use the A7 exclusively for all my shoots. But then, the Z6, and what it may promise for the future. And specifically what it may mean with regards to keeping all my wonderful Nikon lenses, with a full-featured adapter. **** just got really hard! With all that committment in Nikon, you'd actually consider jumping ship? What about flashes and other accessories? Can you use your Nikon glass effectively on the Sony? Also, I didn't know the Z6 was getting bad reviews. Kind of surprised since it's so new. I'm just curious. I have no interest in acquiring the Z6 or any other FF cam. |
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In article .com,
Savageduck wrote: Personally I am sticking with Fujifilm for my mirrorless camera needs. except there's no film anymore, so they should change their name to better reflect (cough) their product lineup. |
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On Aug 30, 2018, nospam wrote
(in ) : In iganews.com, Savageduck wrote: Personally I am sticking with Fujifilm for my mirrorless camera needs. except there's no film anymore, so they should change their name to better reflect (cough) their product lineup. Give them a call. I’m sure that they are open to suggestion. While you are about it ask them what they are going to do with Xerox, to merge that into their new corporate name. -- Regards, Savageduck |
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In article , Bill W wrote:
Savageduck: Personally I am sticking with Fujifilm for my mirrorless camera needs. I watched some reviews out of curiosity, and these cameras are being savaged... by the reviewers. I can't remember if this has been mentioned here, but they are apparently suspending production of the Z7, and for months. And one reviewer hinted that Nikon is testing the waters with these cameras, and they might not be fully committed to them. They are also now stating that "pro" versions of these cameras are planned, meaning that the current version are not that at all. Exactly. For the prosumer to pro, here's the Matrix: DSLR Sony Nikon ------------------------ D750 A7 III Z6 D850 A7R III Z7 D5 A9 ?? So that's where the pro camera needs to fit in. And the A9 is a seriously worthy competitor to the D5. The main complaints I've heard are severe blackouts of the EVF between shots, mediocre AF & burst rate, single card slot, weak battery life, and a battery grip that is not a grip at all, but what amounts to an extra battery. Some of these are valid complaints, some we should give the benefit of a doubt until real review units are on the streets. Like battery life, apparently there may have been some misunderstanding about that, so we'll see. -- Sandman |
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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III and lenses
On Aug 31, 2018, RichA wrote
(in ): On Thursday, 30 August 2018 13:18:53 UTC-4, wrote: On 30 Aug 2018 08:49:21 GMT, wrote: So, my current setup is a Sony A7 III, a Nikon D800E and a Nikon Df, and a real assortment of lenses. With the Z6 getting off to a rocky start review-wise, it's still a pretty interesting camera, and easily comparable to the first Sony A7. My latest thinking, before the Z6 was announced, was whether I would go full Sony. The A7 III is truly an amazing camera in every respect. Fastest focusing I've ever seen, and razor-sharp focus at that. But, all my high end lenses are Nikon, and I really really love the Df, so I’m not sure I could abandon ship entirely. I shot a wedding a few weekends back, using the D800 for most of the posing shots and the A7 for the mingle shots. The difference in sharpness and laser sharp focusing is palpable! And I came away thinking that I should use the A7 exclusively for all my shoots. But then, the Z6, and what it may promise for the future. And specifically what it may mean with regards to keeping all my wonderful Nikon lenses, with a full-featured adapter. **** just got really hard! With all that committment in Nikon, you'd actually consider jumping ship? What about flashes and other accessories? Can you use your Nikon glass effectively on the Sony? Also, I didn't know the Z6 was getting bad reviews. Kind of surprised since it's so new. Whiners crowing mostly about "only one card slot!" ....and AF, AF-C tracking, Eye-AF, no vertical grip with controls, just an auxillary battery holder, bad shutter black-out in CL, and CH, and noisy mechanical shutter. Add to that list, the not particularly revolutionary three initial release native *S* lenses. The only thing the Z6 & Z7 have going for them is the ability to use some, but not all legacy Nikkor glass. Other than those who are part of the Nikon marketing machine, none of the individuals who have reported back after the release event tryout have any illusion that these could be considered pro level cameras. They are over priced consumer level cameras which are five years behind Sony, and the other mirrorless manufacturers. The jury is still out with regard to third party lenses. These cameras are not going to revolutionize the FF Mirrorless market by poaching Sony a7 III, & a7R III sales, they are going to sell to Nikon enthusiast/hobbyists with fat budgets, and who are reluctant to leave the Nikon fold. It will be interesting to see what FF MILC Canon delivers in a few weeks. I have no axe to grind in this war as I remain an APS-C shooter with no plans to go FF. It is just interesting to see the development, and the hype Nikon is using to come into the FF MILC market. -- Regards, Savageduck |
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On 31/08/2018 17:48, Savageduck wrote:
On Aug 31, 2018, RichA wrote (in ): On Thursday, 30 August 2018 13:18:53 UTC-4, wrote: On 30 Aug 2018 08:49:21 GMT, wrote: So, my current setup is a Sony A7 III, a Nikon D800E and a Nikon Df, and a real assortment of lenses. With the Z6 getting off to a rocky start review-wise, it's still a pretty interesting camera, and easily comparable to the first Sony A7. My latest thinking, before the Z6 was announced, was whether I would go full Sony. The A7 III is truly an amazing camera in every respect. Fastest focusing I've ever seen, and razor-sharp focus at that. But, all my high end lenses are Nikon, and I really really love the Df, so I’m not sure I could abandon ship entirely. I shot a wedding a few weekends back, using the D800 for most of the posing shots and the A7 for the mingle shots. The difference in sharpness and laser sharp focusing is palpable! And I came away thinking that I should use the A7 exclusively for all my shoots. But then, the Z6, and what it may promise for the future. And specifically what it may mean with regards to keeping all my wonderful Nikon lenses, with a full-featured adapter. **** just got really hard! With all that committment in Nikon, you'd actually consider jumping ship? What about flashes and other accessories? Can you use your Nikon glass effectively on the Sony? Also, I didn't know the Z6 was getting bad reviews. Kind of surprised since it's so new. Whiners crowing mostly about "only one card slot!" ...and AF, AF-C tracking, Eye-AF, no vertical grip with controls, just an auxillary battery holder, bad shutter black-out in CL, and CH, and noisy mechanical shutter. Add to that list, the not particularly revolutionary three initial release native *S* lenses. The only thing the Z6 & Z7 have going for them is the ability to use some, but not all legacy Nikkor glass. Other than those who are part of the Nikon marketing machine, none of the individuals who have reported back after the release event tryout have any illusion that these could be considered pro level cameras. They are over priced consumer level cameras which are five years behind Sony, and the other mirrorless manufacturers. The jury is still out with regard to third party lenses. These cameras are not going to revolutionize the FF Mirrorless market by poaching Sony a7 III, & a7R III sales, they are going to sell to Nikon enthusiast/hobbyists with fat budgets, and who are reluctant to leave the Nikon fold. It will be interesting to see what FF MILC Canon delivers in a few weeks. I have no axe to grind in this war as I remain an APS-C shooter with no plans to go FF. It is just interesting to see the development, and the hype Nikon is using to come into the FF MILC market. +1 Large and medium format will always have its users, just a declining number. Like you, I reckon APS-C now does what once needed FF. It even does broadcast quality video. I've been at a couple of (outside) events recently where BBC reporters were just using iPhones for radio interviews. --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus |
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