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The Ultimate Nikon Z8 And Z9 Setup & Shooting Guide For Wildlife Photography – Backcountry Gallery Web Store
The Ultimate Nikon Z8 And Z9 Setup & Shooting Guide For Wildlife Photography
Are you a Nikon Z8/9 shooter addicted to wildlife photography? Do you feel like you can get more from your Z8/9 but aren’t sure how to make it happen? Do you want to learn the best possible combination of settings – and how to use them – for wildlife work? Do you want a killer set of customizations designed to send more keepers to your cards?
If so, I’m about to make your day!
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Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9: Which One Should You Get?
October 15, 2025 - I have essentially all buttons ... Buy a photo vest and wear your gear. ... The Z8 offers lighter weight, no GPS, one card slot which is not useful when high speeds are needed....
Not sure which to buy? Z8? Z9? (Wildlife mainly)
If you are not planning to jump into professional photography, I will recommend sticking to Z8. Z8 trumps over Z9 in terms of form factor. It's smaller and lighter compared to the latter. A key factor for those long wildlife sessions. Z9 trumps Z8 for having longer battery life and faster cards. Rest both are primarily the same camera under the hood. You are best to decide, which suits you more. Edit: Updating thoughts on the current setup. Z7ii - Scores big on 45MP sensor Z50ii - Offers expeed 7 processor I.e. better Autofocus, speed & video capabilities. While, both are good Z8 offers the best of Z50ii & Z7ii in one body. So theoretically one Z8 can replace both other cameras. However, having Z50ii with pancake lenses like 40mm & 28mm can be a fun light weight camera for most travel use cases. More on reddit.com
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April 18, 2025Z8 vs Z9 - bird photo quality: Nikon Z Mirrorless Talk Forum
Dear all, I know.. lots of comparisons before on this... I read them but I can't find the answer. I nearly placed an order for a new Z8 as I see that my D500 and D850 fps are too slow for Bird. But.. on a trip to the local park, a lady with Z9 + 400 2.8 TC, mentioned to me that she got Z8 and... More on dpreview.com
Z8 and Z9, which do you use the most
If the Z8 can keep up with the Z9 for shooting video I'll likely sell the Z9 as I don't really need two bodies, but my guess is I'll end up keeping them both until something better comes along from Nikon. ... I do have both Jerry. I got the Z9 for shooting wildlife around or near my home paired ... More on bcgforums.com
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March 5, 2024Nikon z9 vs Z8…. Not what I expected…
As it stands, the Z9 probably has the edge in AF performance... This is assuming its more recent firmware update (v5.0 13-iii-2024) incorporated the latest standard of Deep-Learning training of the subject detection. Z8 is on Fw v2.01 (24-iv-2023) However, only Nikon know the details about this stuff. I have just returned from a business trip to Australia, which included a couple of days wildlife ... More on bcgforums.com
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Nikon Z8 Better than Z9 for Bird Photography (again) - WildLight Photography
July 17, 2025 - On 25 Feb 2024 I wrote on Why the Nikon Z8 is a Better Bird Camera than Z9 (for now) At that stage the Z8 was better than the Z9 as a firmware update had enable a function button to be set to cycle AF area modes and this was a huge step forward ...
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Choosing Between the Nikon Z9 and Z8 for Wildlife Photography | Fstoppers
January 24, 2024 - On the other hand, the Z8, being lighter and more compact, offers similar features in a more travel-friendly package. This aspect is crucial for photographers who value portability and often embark on lengthy treks to capture wildlife.
Mirrorless Comparison
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Nikon Z8 vs Z9 - The 10 Main Differences - Mirrorless Comparison
May 15, 2025 - However, the choice between the Z8 and the Z9 ultimately boils down to personal preferences and, of course, your budget. The Z9 is larger and heavier, but it remains remarkably comfortable to use. Its 1.3kg weight didn’t pose any significant ...
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r/nikon_Zseries on Reddit: Not sure which to buy? Z8? Z9? (Wildlife mainly)
April 18, 2025 -
Good morning all, thanks for your help in advance.
I currently have a Z7ii and a Z50ii I use the Z7 more for taking special pictures and wildlife (mostly birds), but the Z50ii which was bought for a smaller carry around camera is fast becoming my favourite because of the extra features (especially bird tracking).
I’m now wondering if it would be a big jump up in features and quality if I went to the Z8 or Z9? Mainly just for the bird tracking without having a crop.
I have the Z mount 180-600 which I love and the F mount 500mm F4 which is my favourite lens for wildlife. They all work incredibly well together even with 1.4 TC and even 2.0TC on occasion.
More than happy to sell some older gear to help pay for the upgrade so money isn’t an issue, with that in mind what would you guys suggest?
Many thanks
(Also open to any other body suggestions too)
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If you are not planning to jump into professional photography, I will recommend sticking to Z8. Z8 trumps over Z9 in terms of form factor. It's smaller and lighter compared to the latter. A key factor for those long wildlife sessions. Z9 trumps Z8 for having longer battery life and faster cards. Rest both are primarily the same camera under the hood. You are best to decide, which suits you more. Edit: Updating thoughts on the current setup. Z7ii - Scores big on 45MP sensor Z50ii - Offers expeed 7 processor I.e. better Autofocus, speed & video capabilities. While, both are good Z8 offers the best of Z50ii & Z7ii in one body. So theoretically one Z8 can replace both other cameras. However, having Z50ii with pancake lenses like 40mm & 28mm can be a fun light weight camera for most travel use cases.
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The Z8 hands down, I have that paired with my Z mount 180-600 and the results are phenomenal.
Digital Photography Review
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Z8 vs Z9 - bird photo quality: Nikon Z Mirrorless Talk Forum
March 24, 2024 - I believe that is what he was trying to say and the reason why that lady preferred the Z9 at the time. i too was using the Z9 as the Z8 wasn’t cutting it, but things have changed with the firmware update. -- Some Wildlife Images: ----- https://www.flickr.com/photos/128728392@N05/albums/7...
Tonywhitehead
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Why the Nikon Z8 is a Better Bird Camera than the Z9 (for now) - WildLight Photography
February 25, 2024 - This makes the Z8 as good as the Z9 at focussing and tracking birds so why do I say it is better? The biggest learing curve I had with the change from the Nikon D500/D850 to the Nikon Z9 was getting to grips with the focus system.
BCG Forums
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Z8 and Z9, which do you use the most | Backcountry Gallery Photography Forums
March 5, 2024 - If the Z8 can keep up with the ... from Nikon. ... I do have both Jerry. I got the Z9 for shooting wildlife around or near my home paired with 400mm and longer glass....
BCG Forums
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Nikon z9 vs Z8…. Not what I expected… | Backcountry Gallery Photography Forums
November 28, 2024 - As it stands, the Z9 probably has the edge in AF performance... This is assuming its more recent firmware update (v5.0 13-iii-2024) incorporated the latest standard of Deep-Learning training of the subject detection.
Camera Decision
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Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 Detailed Comparison
Read our detailed comparison of the Nikon Z8 vs Nikon Z9 to find out their strengths and weaknesses, and decide which one to choose.
Oxbow Photography
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Nikon Z8 with the 800 Z VR S - a Wildlife Photographer’s Review — Oxbow Photography
November 19, 2023 - While the Z6’s and Z7’s were good cameras, they were never dialed in the way the Z8 and Z9 are for wildlife applications, and if you ever have the chance to use them side-by-side, you will understand why.
Reddit
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r/Nikon on Reddit: Z8 vs Z9
June 3, 2024 -
So I'm looking at moving to Mirrorless, leaving behind my D800.
I was originally looking at a Z6II/Z6III, but I've seen a few Z9's come up for sale and I am tempted by the Z8.... (Can anyone say gear creap?!) A used Z9 is about the same price as a used Z8, wondering what people think about the Z8 vs the Z9, any real advantages of either?
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I bought Z8 not Z9 because of the smaller form factor and I didn’t really need that second CFExpress port. Z8 allows me to decide if I want a battery from or not, rather than have it forced onto me. I also do a lot of photography up mountains at altitude, and weight matters, Z8 is the best trade off there, and critically will fit into most bags with a lens attached, flat, whereas the Z9 is just too deep.
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The Z9 has significantly longer battery life and in my opinion a better form factor. But coming from a D800, you may not feel that strongly about the form factor/ergonomics. And the ergonomics can be fixed with a grip. And if you do video, the hot-swappable batteries of the grip on the 8 is pretty damned cool. I was coming from a D5 and a D6…and transitioned to a Z9 and the D6. Now I carry the Z9 and Z8 and the D6 rides in the bag for the handful of times where mirrorless blows. Other than the battery life and ergonomics…I’m not sure of any differences worth noting. You will love either. When Nikon releases a Z9H, I will sell one of these to buy it. Which, I’m not sure yet.
GoToBirding
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The Nikon Z8: A Mirrorless Marvel Called 'Baby Z9'
October 29, 2025 - The Nikon Z8 is undeniably a top-tier choice for wildlife photography, offering features that cater specifically to the needs of nature photographers. Here’s why: The Nikon Z8 features the same 493-point phase-detection AF system found in ...
Digital Photography Review
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Z8 vs Z9 for the same price: Nikon Z Mirrorless Talk Forum
June 21, 2023 - Here is my dilemma: in order to upgrade my d500 for a better af tracking (bif / wildlife) I was looking at the z8. Yet they sell z9 for almost the same price (4.8k vs 4.3), both new, no grey market etc. so I’m not sure what is better. On the one hand the z8 is attractive, a bit smaller and...
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September 9, 2025 - ... Speed & Performance: The Z9 reigns supreme in speed. It boasts a blistering 30 fps continuous shooting rate with full autofocus and auto-exposure, making it a beast for sports and wildlife photography.
BCG Forums
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Time to switch to mirrorless - Z8 or Z9? | Backcountry Gallery Photography Forums
March 28, 2024 - I am still shooting with two D850's. I shoot wildlife, landscapes, and anything that suits my mood when I awaken. I have quite a bit of F-mount glass (600mm f4 FL, 500PF, 300mm 2.8, the holy trinity 2.8's, 105 macro, 85 mm 1.4, 1.4TC, and a fisheye ). The Z9 has been out a couple years and the Z8 has been out about a year. It is time for me to start researching a transition to Nikon ...
Conservation Mag
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Reviewing the Nikon Z8: A Bird & Wildlife Photographer's Journey from DSLR to Mirrorless
December 5, 2025 - Overall, the Nikon Z8 is the most ... price and size. It is an excellent choice for wildlife and bird photography as it is a Z9-like camera at the size, weight, and cost suitable for wildlife photography....
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r/Nikon on Reddit: Z8 or Z9 with the 180-600mm lens?
March 18, 2024 -
I'm deciding between the Z8 & Z9 for wildlife photography. I've heard that the Z9 is preferable for balancing long lenses. I'm curious, does this apply to the Nikon 180-600mm lens or is there not much of a difference in balance there?
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I admit, I'm pretty novice compared to others on this sub, but $2k seems like a lot of money if your only reason for the Z9 is balance.
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I have the Z8 with the 180-600. Balances perfectly fine for me, both in hand and on a gimbal. Best advice I can give is if you can get to a shop to try then definitely do that, as it can be a personal preference.