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Nikon Z8 in 2026: still the best value in a pro body

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Z9 internals in a smaller body for less money, and firmware has only made it better.

A "mini Z9"

The Z8 shares the Z9’s 45.7MP stacked sensor, its autofocus, its 8K RAW video and its lack of a mechanical shutter, in a body a third smaller and considerably cheaper.

Nikon kept feeding it

A steady stream of firmware updates has added autofocus modes, bird detection improvements and video tools. For a working photographer, it is arguably the strongest all-round camera on sale right now.

Who it’s for

Buy it if you want pro-level stills and video capability without the Z9’s size or price.

Skip it if you need the Z9’s integrated vertical grip and bigger battery for all-day sports work.

Alternatives worth a look

Canon EOS R5 Mark II, the direct rival, similar money.
Sony A1 II, faster, pricier.

The verdict: Still the value benchmark for a professional mirrorless body.

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Nikon Z8 in 2026: still the best value in a pro body

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