Retro-inspired tech can be a lot of fun to look at, but when it comes to something as expensive as a professional-level camera, if it is not functional as well, that aesthetic probably is not worth the price. So, can the Nikon Zf mirrorless camera, back up that attractive design with the features and capabilities modern photographers demand? This excellent video review takes a deep look at the camera to help answer that question.
Coming to you from Andrew Goodcamera, this great video review takes a look at the Nikon Zf mirrorless camera. The modern retro camera movement really gained momentum with Fujifilm's X Series, and many photographers have appreciated the return to tactile controls that allow them to easily and intuitively control fundamental settings without the distraction of thumbing through digital menus. This allows the user to focus more on their creativity, so much so that some photographers describe such designs as inspiring to use. And so, it is nice to see another manufacturer getting in on the actions, with Nikon's offering bring a full frame sensor, 4K video, a magnesium alloy body, deep learning technology, 30 fps burst rate, and in-body five-axis sensor-shift Vibration Reduction. It looks like a versatile and fun camera to use. Check out the video above for the full rundown on the Zf.
I'll say, with three article 1,2,3 here on fstoppers, it is creating the hype.
It looks cool but what is the advantage of chancing settings with wheels on top instead of changing them with my thumb and index finger without taking my eye from the viewfinder? With an added control ring on RF lenses I can also change ISO easily. I just don’t see the advantage.
I get that and I love design, simply adore the hasselblad 1D series. But some people say that this improves there photography and that it works better than the “ordinary “ dials . I don’t get that. The only thing I can think of is that you want to use something that looks nice.
It makes you stop and think about what you are doing which can help you make better photos.
I’m always shooting in full manual, I always have to think what I am doing (although it is second nature) no matter the shape or form of the controls. The only advantage I see and see in the comments is aesthetics , and that’s fine, but it doesn’t make it a better camera of makes you take better photos.
I would tend to agree with you. The only thing I would add though is, especially for beginners, if the camera is fun to use then people are more likely to go out and shoot with it. The more you shoot, the better you get. So in that sense it does make you take better photos. But yeah, if you're an experienced shooter it most likely won't have any effect on your photos.
Back in 2019 I wanted a digital camera with retro dials just to have that stripped back tactile manual film camera approach instead of auto everything. Deciding on an A7III instead of a Fujifilm, I really don't miss the retro dials as I've learned the A7III gives me advantages the Fuji wouldn't have, not least lens choice. I really don't like Nikon's large Z mount as it does limit how small they can make their cameras and the ZF is definitely bigger than my camera.
Use what suits you is the most important thing, I personally don’t like the ergonomics of Sony , but that’s only important to me . I always shoot full manual with my cameras, not because I think it’s the best way, but it’s they way I like to shoot