Nikon Z6III Camera | One Month Assesssment with Video & Photo Examples

Summary

In this video, the host shares a month-long experience with the Nikon Z6 III, discussing its dynamic range controversy and showcasing photo and video results. They address the camera's noise issues, design flaws, and freezing incidents, while praising its ergonomics, robust build, and compatibility with Z-mount lenses. The Z6 III is seen as a valuable addition to the Z series, offering impressive readout speed and high-quality video capabilities, despite some drawbacks.

Takeaways

• 📅 The speaker started using the Nikon Z63 one month ago and has used it for various types of photography.
• 📷 The Nikon Z63 has been a topic of controversy due to its dynamic range, which has been tested and discussed by various reviewers.
• 🔍 The dynamic range of the Z63 has been measured by different sources, with some suggesting a slight advantage in dynamic range at higher ISO settings.
• 🎥 The camera is praised for its excellent video specs, including 6K recording capabilities and various frame rates and codecs.
• 📊 There is a discussion about the trade-off between the fast readout speed of the stacked sensor and the dynamic range.
• 🎞 Historically, film had limitations in dynamic range, and professionals adapted their techniques to work within those constraints.
• 👀 The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding exposure and lighting to make the most out of the camera's capabilities.
• 📸 The Nikon Z63's ergonomics and build quality are appreciated, with a deeper grip and well-placed function buttons.
• 🔧 Some issues were noted with the camera, such as noise during operation, a design flaw with the strap ring, and a freezing issue during a video shoot.
• 💡 The speaker suggests that the Nikon Z63 is a tool that should be chosen based on the specific needs of the job, comparing it to other models like the Z9 and Z8.
• 🌟 The overall impression of the Nikon Z63 is positive, with the speaker highlighting its capabilities and value for money in the current market.

Q & A

What camera was unboxed at Victoria Park and how has it been used since then?

The camera unboxed at Victoria Park was the Nikon Z63. It has been used regularly, if not exclusively, for a variety of shoots including both photo and video since it was acquired on June 25th.

What has been the controversy surrounding the Nikon Z63?

The controversy surrounding the Nikon Z63 revolves around its semi-stack sensors dynamic range, or the perceived lack thereof, which has been a topic of discussion and testing among photographers and reviewers.

What are the video specs of the Nikon Z63 that the speaker finds excellent?

The Nikon Z63 has excellent video specs including 6K up to 60p in N-RAW, 30p in ProRes RAW, 5.4K up to 30p in ProRes 422 HQ 10bit, and 60p in H.265, as well as 240p HD.

What is the reported dynamic range of the Nikon Z63 according to Gerald Undun's early tests?

According to Gerald Undun's early tests, the dynamic range of the Nikon Z63 was pegged at around 10 just under, in the medium range signal to noise ratio of two as he put it, clean stops.

What did William Jlf's data indicate about the base ISO of the Nikon Z63?

William Jlf's data indicated that the base ISO of the Nikon Z63 is at 10.4 stops, and it looks like the semi-stack sensor also has a dual gain with a jump at 800, suggesting a slight advantage in dynamic range at 800 ISO over 400.

What was the dynamic range result when shooting 5.4k on a 4K 24p H265 with the Nikon Z63?

When shooting 5.4k on a 4K 24p H265, which is one of the settings the speaker was interested in, the dynamic range result was in the medium range signal to noise ratio of two again, equaling 11.6 stops.

What are some of the speaker's likes and dislikes about the Nikon Z63 after using it for a month?

The speaker likes the Nikon Z63's dynamic range, video specs, and build quality. Dislikes include the camera's noise during operation, the strap split ring design, and the flippy screen preference over an articulated screen.

What issue did the speaker encounter with the memory card when shooting with the Nikon Z63?

The speaker encountered an issue where the Nikon Z63 froze up when using the Nova chip 660 GB Extreme CF Express Type B card, which had been performing flawlessly in the Z8. The issue was resolved by switching to a different card.

How does the Nikon Z63 compare to other cameras in terms of build quality and ergonomics?

The build quality of the Nikon Z63 is described as robust and professional, and it has excellent ergonomics with a slightly deeper grip and well-placed function buttons, although the grip design was not universally liked.

What is the speaker's perspective on the Nikon Z63's dynamic range and how it fits into their camera collection?

The speaker views the Nikon Z63 as having plenty of dynamic range for their needs and sees it as an excellent addition to their collection of Zed cameras. They consider it a tool and choose the right tool for a given job, with the Z63 being particularly useful for its weight savings and video capabilities.