Nikon Z9 Mirrorless Camera Launched: Features, Specs, and Price in Nepal

Nikon has introduced the Z9, its flagship mirrorless camera, aimed at professional photographers and videographers. The camera brings a range of high-end features, focusing on speed, video recording, and autofocus improvements. This article will discuss everything about the latest Nikon Z9, including its expected price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.

Nikon Z9 Overview

Sensor and Image Processing

The Nikon Z9 comes with a 45.7MP FX-format stacked BSI CMOS sensor. In addition, it uses the EXPEED 7 image processor, offering processing speeds around 10 times faster than the Nikon Z7 II. The camera has a native ISO range of 64 to 25,600, expandable up to 32 to 102,400.

Shutter and Continuous Shooting

The Z9 uses an electronic-only shutter with a maximum shutter speed of 1/32,000 sec. Furthermore, it supports continuous shooting at 20 fps in RAW, 30 fps in JPEG, and 120 fps at 11MP JPEGs. Flash sync is supported up to 1/200 sec.

Autofocus and Tracking

The camera features a 493-point phase-detection autofocus system. Additionally, it includes Deep Learning subject detection, Eye-Detection AF, and 3D Tracking. The Z9 can also focus in low light with its Starlight Mode, going down to -8.5 EV.

Video Recording

The Nikon Z9 supports 8K video recording at 30p with full-pixel readout. In addition, it can record 8.3K60p N-RAW video after the Firmware 2.0 update. It also offers 4K video recording at up to 120p for slow-motion shots, with 4K60p oversampled from 8K footage. Internal recording supports 12-bit N-RAW and ProRes RAW formats.

Storage and Build Features

The Z9 can capture over 1000 RAW images continuously, thanks to its large buffer capacity. In addition, it offers a High-Efficiency RAW format that is 30% smaller than uncompressed RAW. Other features include silent shooting, motion blend retouch, and a live long exposure display.

Nikon Z9 Specifications

• Sensor: 45.7MP FX-format stacked BSI CMOS
• ISO Range: 64–25,600 (expandable to 32–102,400)
• Processor: EXPEED 7
• Shutter Type: Electronic only
• Max Shutter Speed: 1/32,000 sec
• Flash Sync Speed: Up to 1/200 sec
• Continuous Shooting: 20 fps (RAW), 30 fps (JPEG), 120 fps (11MP JPEG)
• Autofocus System: 493-point phase-detection
• Video Recording: 8K30p, 8.3K60p N-RAW, 4K120p
• Internal RAW Video: 12-bit N-RAW and ProRes RAW
• Buffer Capacity: Over 1000 RAW images

Nikon Z9 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Nikon Z9 is available in Nepal for NPR 730,000.