Nikon Z8
Score: 94/100
OM SYSTEM Olympus OM
Score: 92/100Rankings
The Nikon Z 8 is a compact flagship full-frame mirrorless camera that blends a 45.7 MP stacked sensor with the EXPEED 7 processor to deliver high-resolution stills and professional-grade video up to 8K 60p. Reviewers praise its speed, AI-driven AF and internal 12-bit RAW video, while noting battery endurance and potential overheating as concerns.
The OM-1 Mark II is OM System's flagship Micro Four Thirds camera, pairing a stacked 20.4 MP sensor with the TruePic X processor to deliver ultra-fast 120 fps burst shooting, advanced AI autofocus, and specialized astrophotography features, all within a rugged, weather-sealed body.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
45.7 MPbest | 20.4 MP | |
740 shotsbest | 520 shots | |
102,400 ISObest | 102,400 ISObest | |
| ↓ lower better | 820 g | 511 gbest |
493 points | 1,053 pointsbest | |
120 fpsbest | 60 fps | |
— | 5,760,000 dotsbest | |
3.2 inchesbest | 3 inches |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(3) | ||
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 45.7 MP | 20.4 MP |
Sensor Size | Full-frame | Four Thirds |
Image Processor | EXPEED 7 | TruePic X |
Autofocus(1) | ||
Autofocus Points (points) | 493 points | 1053 points |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (CIPA) (shots) | 740 shots | 520 shots |
Weight (g) | 820 g | 511 g |
Video(1) | ||
4K Frame Rate (fps) | 120 fps | 60 fps |
Display(2) | ||
LCD Size (inches) | 3.2 inches | 3.0 inches |
LCD Resolution (pixels) | 2100000 pixels | 1620000 pixels |
Storage(1) | ||
Memory Card Slot Type | CFexpress Type B, SD (UHS-II) | Dual SD |
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Professional reviewers laud the Z 8 as a game-changing hybrid that marries D850-class image quality with Z9-class speed and video capabilities, making it a versatile tool for demanding photographers and videographers. They note its compact form factor, advanced AI-driven AF, and internal 12-bit RAW video as standout strengths, while cautioning about battery endurance, potential overheating in 8K, and the lack of a built-in flash.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, highlighting the camera's speed, autofocus reliability, and compactness as major benefits. Common complaints revolve around the limited battery life during video work, overheating in extended 8K sessions, and the challenge of handling massive raw and ProRes files.
Professional reviewers, such as Live Science, were highly impressed with the OM-1 Mark II, highlighting its unprecedented 120 fps burst capability, specialized Starry Sky AF, and the innovative Live Composite mode. They consider it on par with many full-frame flagship cameras in speed and handling, though they note the modest 20.4 MP resolution and some ergonomic quirks as drawbacks.
Everyday users praise the camera's lightning-fast shooting, effective image stabilization, and the astrophotography-focused features like Starry Sky AF and Live Composite. Common criticisms revolve around low-light noise at higher ISOs, the hard-to-press flush buttons, the left-side power switch, and the limited selection of fast telephoto lenses for the MFT system.
