The new Nikon FTZ II lens adapter (F-mount to Z-mount) seems to be just a smaller version (without the built-in tripod mount) of the already existing FTZ adapter in order to fit with the Nikon Z9 grip design. I am not sure why Nikon USA lists the FTZ II to be compatible only with the Z9:
Update – nikon.com lists both FTZ and FTZ II adapters as identical, compatible for all Z cameras.
Hands-on picture of the new Nikon Z9 camera, FTZ II adapter, Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S and 24-120mm f/4 S lenses:
Canon EOS R3 ($5,999) vs. Nikon Z9 ($5,497) specifications comparison from B&H Photo (reminder: Canon still has to announce their EOS R1 flagship camera):
Here is another specifications comparison: Nikon D6 ($6,497) vs Nikon Z9 ($5,497) based on the information provided by Nikon which is not always 100% accurate – check also the specifications comparison provided by B&H:
SonyAddict posted this quick Sony A1 ($6,498) vs. Nikon Z9 ($5,497) specifications comparison:
Check out also the more detailed specifications comparison from B&H.
Here are both cameras side by side:
I have always said that Thom Hogan is not a good source for upcoming products/specs/rumors (even though he wants to think otherwise), but his industry commentary is one of the best I have seen online. Go and read his article about Sony influencers, clickbait, and “the crowned king of footnotes” (spoiler: it’s Sony). Here is a quote from the article:
