I am not sure if this is a legit leaked picture of the Nikon Z8
This should be a Nikon Z8 mockup from somebody who has used the camera
Another Nikon Z8 mockup done by a reader
The Nikon Z8 camera has been rumored for a while, but we still don’t have any (reliable) leaked specifications. I was told, that in terms of price and specs, the Nikon Z8 will compete head-to-head with the recently announced Sony a7RV ($3,900) – FYI here are the basic a7RV specs:
- 61MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor
- BIONZ XR & AI Processing Unit
- AI-Based Real-Time Tracking AF System
- 8K 24p, 4K 60p, FHD 120p 10-Bit Video
- 4K 16-Bit Raw Output; S-Log3/S-Cinetone
- 9.44m-Dot EVF with 120 fps Refresh Rate
- 3.2″ 4-Axis Multi-Angle Touchscreen LCD
- 10 fps Shooting with AF/AE Tracking
- 8-Stop 5-Axis Image Stabilization
- Dual CFexpress Type A/SD Card Slots
I was also told that the Nikon Z8 camera design is finalized/production-ready and the only issue holding back the official announcement is the ongoing parts shortage.
When is the Nikon Z8 official announcement expected?
- The Z8 development announcement could happen in early 2023 (just like the Nikon D4/D5).
- There is a low chance for an official Z8 announcement at the 2023 CP+ show in Japan in late February 2023 (but still a possibility).
- The most likely scenario is a Z8 announcement in late spring 2023 (late March/Q2?) and a potential shipment in/around May 2023.
What to expect from the Nikon Z8:
