Nikon Z6 II: Multimedia Workhorse
More speed, more versatility, more performance, the Nikon Z6 II is an updated take on the all-rounder mirrorless camera designed for high-end photo and video applications. Despite the wealth of upgrades, the Z6 II retains its familiar form factor and prized image quality to benefit working multimedia image-makers.
24.5MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor and Dual EXPEED 6 Processors
A 24.5MP BSI CMOS sensor is used for all-around shooting, impressive low-light quality, and fast readout speeds to benefit continuous shooting, movies, and time-lapse recording. The back-illuminated design of the sensor affords noticeably clean high-sensitivity output for reduced noise when working at high ISO values, up to a native ISO 51200, as well as vivid and smooth quality at sensitivities as low as ISO 100. Benefitting the sensor are dual EXPEED 6 image processors, which affords a wealth of speed throughout the camera system, including the ability to shoot continuously at 14 fps for up to 124 consecutive frames.
UHD 4K Video Recording
Utilizing the sensor and processor attributes for more than just still imagery, the Z6 II is also a more-than-capable multimedia camera. UHD 4K video recording is possible with full pixel readout up to 30p and Full HD 1080p video recording is also supported at up to 120p for slow motion playback. Video files can be saved to the in-camera memory cards or as an uncompressed file to an optional external recorder via HDMI out.
Advanced video functionalities have been added with the Z6 II, including the N-Log gamma for capturing flat-looking footage that maximizes dynamic range and HLG (HDR) for recording HDR-ready footage. Other additions are the ability to output high-quality 10-bit data over HDMI and an Electronic VR function for smooth handheld shooting. Focus Peaking can be used to benefit manual focus control and a Zebra Stripes option is also available to help detect over-exposed areas within the frame. Audio recording can be handled using the built-in stereo microphone or an optional external mic can be added via the 3.5mm stereo jack for greater control over quality, and live monitoring is possible via the headphone jack.
Firmware version 1.10 unlocks UHD 4K recording at 60p and 50p frame rates and enables raw video output to Blackmagic Design Video Assist external recorders, and also improves eye-detection performance Auto-Area AF and Wide-Area AF modes.
273-Point Phase-Detect AF System & Vibration Reduction
Located on the sensor is an array of 273 phase-detect autofocus points covering 90% of the image area both vertically and horizontally. This provides fast and accurate focusing for both stills and video and with a wide coverage area, subject tracking will work out to near the edges of the frame. Hybrid AF is available for video, which will automatically switch between phase- and contrast-detect systems to provide smooth focus during shooting. Additionally, the latest NIKKOR Z lenses are optimized for silent operation.
In-body 5-axis sensor-shift Vibration Reduction compensates for up to 5 stops of camera shake regardless of the Z-type lens being used. This system also works with adapted F-mount lenses, when using the optional FTZ Adapter, where 3-axis stabilization is used.
Body Design
Second Generation Z
Improving upon their initial efforts, Nikon has revised the Z6 platform to offer more speed, faster processing, and greater versatility without sacrificing the beloved qualities of the original camera.
Z6 II Firmware Ver. 1.30 (Released 10/19/2021)
Covering a useful range of focal lengths, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S is a versatile zoom, spanning wide-angle to portrait-length perspectives. Its constant f/4 maximum aperture maintains a consistent exposure throughout the zoom range and also helps to realize a more compact and lightweight alternative to an f/2.8 zoom. In regard to the optical design, a unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element, in addition to three aspherical elements, is used to help reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom range in order to achieve high image sharpness and clarity. Both Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings have also been applied to control flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color rendering in bright and backlit conditions.
Complementing the optics, a stepping motor provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override to suit both stills and video applications. A programmable control ring can be set for intuitive adjustment over a variety of camera and exposure settings. Additionally, the lens has a button-less retractable barrel to realize a more compact form factor when not in use.
Standard zoom covers a wide-angle to portrait-length range and is designed for FX-format Z-mount mirrorless cameras.
Constant f/4 maximum aperture affords consistent performance throughout the zoom range and also contributes to the relatively lightweight design and compact form factor.
A unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element is incorporated into the optical design, along with three additional aspherical elements, to greatly reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations, distortion, coma (comatic aberration), and flare for consistent edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination.
A Nano Crystal Coat, along with a Super Integrated Coating, has been applied to lens elements to minimize surface and internal reflections for a marked reduction in lens flare and ghosting.
Stepping motor delivers impressively smooth, quiet, and fast autofocus performance that is well-suited to both stills and video applications. Full-time manual focus override is also possible and an internal focusing design is used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, to maintain the overall length of the lens during use and to promote faster focusing speeds.
Programmable Control Ring is, by default, set to adjust manual focus, but can also be used to control aperture or exposure compensation.
Specialized electromagnetic aperture mechanism provides greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with fast continuous shooting rates.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.
Exposed elements feature a fluorine coating that affords protection to the optical system against dust, grease, and water droplets.
Dust- and moisture-resistant lens barrel benefits the lens' use in inclement conditions.
Button-less retractable design maintains a compact form factor when the lens is not in use.
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Imaging
Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 25.28 Megapixel Effective: 24.5 Megapixel (6000 x 4000) |
Image Sensor | 35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Built-In ND Filter | None |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Exposure Control
Shutter Type | Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter |
Shutter Speed | 1/8000 to 900 Seconds |
Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode, Time Mode |
ISO Sensitivity | Photo/Video 100 to 51,200 in Auto Mode (Extended: 50 to 204,800) |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | -4 to 17 EV |
White Balance | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 14 fps at 24.5 MP for up to 124 Frames |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Self-Timer | 2/5/10/20-Second Delay |
Still Image Capture
Image Sizes | 3:2 JPEG 6048 x 4024 4528 x 3016 3024 x 2016 1:1 JPEG 4016 x 4016 3008 x 3008 2000 x 2000 16:9 JPEG 6048 x 3400 4528 x 2544 3024 x 1696 |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Video Capture
Internal Recording Modes | H.264/MOV/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps |
External Recording Modes | 4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) 1920 x 1080 |
Recording Limit | Up to 30 Minutes |
Broadcast Output | NTSC/PAL |
IP Streaming | None |
Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
Audio Recording | AAC Audio 2-Channel LPCM Audio |
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot | Slot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
Video I/O | 1 x Mini-HDMI Output |
Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Input/Output |
Other I/O | 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) 1 x Nikon DC2 Input |
Wireless | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None |
Monitor
Size | 3.2" |
Resolution | 2,100,000 Dot |
Display Type | Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Secondary Display | Top: Status Display |
Viewfinder
Type | Built-In Electronic |
Size | 0.5" |
Resolution | 3,690,000 Dot |
Eye Point | 21 mm |
Coverage | 100% |
Magnification | Approx. 0.8x |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +2 |
Focus
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 273 |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -6 to +19 EV |
Flash
Built-In Flash | No |
Flash Modes | First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Curtain/Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | iTTL |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Environmental
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% |
General
Battery Type | 1 x EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
Accessory Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount |
Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.3 x 4 x 2.7" / 134 x 100.5 x 69.5 mm |
Weight | 1.4 lb / 615 g (Body Only) |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 2.83 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.2 x 7.3 x 5.3" |
Focal Length | 24 to 70mm |
Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
Angle of View | 84° to 34° 20' |
Minimum Focus Distance | 11.81" / 30 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0.3x |
Optical Design | 14 Elements in 11 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | No |
Filter Size | 72 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.05 x 3.48" / 77.5 x 88.5 mm |
Length at Maximum Extension | 5.44" / 138.2 mm |
Weight | 1.1 lb / 500 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 2.005 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8 x 5.75 x 5.55" |
Battery
Battery Series | Nikon EN-EL15c |
Battery Capacity | 2280 mAh / 16 Wh |
Output Voltage | 7 VDC |
Battery Chemistry | Lithium-Ion |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.23 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 3.2 x 2.1 x 1.4" |
Battery Charger
Compatibility | Nikon EN-EL15 |
Number of Battery Bays | 1 |
Indicator | LED |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.6 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.15 x 4 x 2.95" |
Inputs / Outputs
Connector 1 | 1 x USB-A Male |
Connector 2 | 1 x USB-C Male |
Physical
Cable Length | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.1 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4.8 x 4.6 x 0.9" |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.01 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 1.9 x 1.9 x 0.65" |
Quick Release | No |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.15 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.45 x 2.2 x 1.55" |
Camera Body Mount | Nikon Z |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.04 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 3.75 x 3.5 x 0.5" |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.015 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5.25 x 3.58 x 0.1" |