I made a separate post on the Nikon forum on my experience and experiments with the Z6's AF shooting fast moving
models during a catwalk show with a 2/200VRI wide or next to wide open (in camera IBIS and lens VR both switched
on, as I was forced to shoot this heavy lens combination hand held after I was forbidden to take my monopod inside),
illustrated with several SOOC JPG's
Are there landscape photographers using the Z6? I would like your comments? I read that the Z6 was not a camera for landscape photography. The Z7 yes, but I do not need big file like that and it's too expensive for me.
Thank you
yvond wrote:
Are there landscape photographers using the Z6? I would like your comments? I read that the Z6 was not a camera for landscape photography. The Z7 yes, but I do not need big file like that and it's too expensive for me.
Thank you
Any camera works fine for landscape, just depends on what size you'll be printing at. Landscapes are the easiest thing to shoot....they don't move on you (usually).
blurredvision wrote:
Any camera works fine for landscape, just depends on what size you'll be printing at. Landscapes are the easiest thing to shoot....they don't move on you (usually).
Thank you for your answer,
I understand very well, but why do some websites say that the Z6 is less good for the landscape than the Z7? And some note the different types of photos and the note for the Z6 is less good for the landscape. That's why I'm asking the question.
yvond wrote:
Thank you for your answer,
I understand very well, but why do some websites say that the Z6 is less good for the landscape than the Z7? And some note the different types of photos and the note for the Z6 is less good for the landscape. That's why I'm asking the question.
It's my impression that people say that because of the resolution difference, in my experience it's always assumed that landscape photographers print very, very large. I can't personally see any other difference between the two cameras that would make the Z7 better than a Z6, you're basically going to end up with the same photograph either way.
Picked up the Z6 + 35 + 50 from the shop (new). Was gonna buy a Z7 but couldn't co-ordinate with the seller (it was used) before my trip to Tokyo.
I now have EOS R + 35 + 50 and Z6 + kit zoom + 35 + 50 so I'll be doing some head to head shooting while in Japan but my first impressions are that they're both good cams that offer somewhat of a size/weight reduction over their DSLR counterparts.
EOS R feels better in my sized hands but the Z6 seems to have better button placement and smarter working buttons.
I must say tho the Canon was FAR FAR easier to setup and just made so much sense from the start while the Nikon has me scratching my head like they made it complicated on purpose.. And I've used Canon for 10 years and Nikon for 5 before switching to Sony and other various systems for the last few years. So I'm not a fan boy of either brand.
Anyway just some random thoughts.. Will try and remember to post photos since this is the image thread.
@yvond , the Z6 works perfectly fine for landscapes. The reason sites say it's worse than the Z7 in that regard is because it has a 24MP sensor with an AA filter vs. a 46MP sensor without an AA filter. The Z7 just gives you more detail.
Having said that, the Z6 is more than capable of delivering landscape shots that can be printed at any size your hear desires.
Just remember to not trust everything you read on an online blog. There are people out there that tell you vaccinating your child is a bad idea, but you certainly wouldn't take their opinion seriously, would you? The same holds true for the Z6 and landscapes.
I am getting very good AF accuracy and fast focus with the 24mm 1.4G using the Z6, especially under indoor lighting @F1.4. This is something I have a very hard time doing with the D610 and 24mm using only the center focus point.
ijm5012 wrote:
A landscape image taken with my Z6. When viewing the image at 100% on my computer, there's plenty of detail there.
24mp is plenty for landscapes. We got by with far less for a very long time. If the Z7 didn't exist, I bet those same bloggers would be recommending the Z6 for landscapes!
Ordered my Z6 w/24-70, 35 and 50. Can't wait to get it, surprised that there was no wait really, I remember for the D810 there was a long wait. Either Nikon is pumping out a lot of theses bodies or they're not moving as well as thought.
Either way, excited to give it a go. Really loved my files from my D810 when I had it, but didn't like dealing with the bulky size and shooting mirrorless has me spoiled to the benefits.
ijm5012 wrote:
@yvond@ , the Z6 works perfectly fine for landscapes. The reason sites say it's worse than the Z7 in that regard is because it has a 24MP sensor with an AA filter vs. a 46MP sensor without an AA filter. The Z7 just gives you more detail.
Having said that, the Z6 is more than capable of delivering landscape shots that can be printed at any size your hear desires.
Just remember to not trust everything you read on an online blog. There are people out there that tell you vaccinating your child is a bad idea, but you certainly wouldn't take their opinion seriously, would you? The same holds true for the Z6 and landscapes....Show more →
Thank you'
I am aware of a lot of things on these 2 cameras. I read everything I can since the announcement and since they came out for sale. And I'm aware of the filter too, which I have also on my D750. Photo is one of my hobbies and I am equipped with professional lenses. I mainly take pictures of landscape, macro, cityscape, street scene, travel photo and portrait of people I meet during my travels. What is very important to me is the quality of images.
By the way, compared to the D750, how is the Z6?
ijm5012 wrote:
I don't have any first-hand experience with the D750, but from what I've seen online the Z6's IQ is basically the same as the D750's.
I do own both right now. Speaking only about the IQ, I love D750 files more than I've had in the past from D800 and D600. But I love more Z6 output. To name just few advantages: While D750' white balance is much, much better than D800 for crazy lighting situation, with mixted sources of light, Z6 is even better. Also, Z6 is in a different league regarding low light. It's a dream camera for low light, and I am a sucker for that. Last but not least, because of IBIS I get crisp images when was impossible with any previous camera I owned, in the same shooting conditions. One extra advantage, while is not about IQ, but is important to me, is the mute option, to shoot with no sound, which for classical concerts, theater, Church etc is really great. Also for street, with no sound you are less observed. For me, Z6 is a no brainer. I love shooting fixed focal lenses but I always wished for a normal zoom, not so bulky, to have for convenience in certain situations. 24-70/4 S is that lens I was waiting for! I'll keep a few months D750 to make sure that everything is OK with Z6 and then I'll part with it. I never used it in last month. One more thing... there are probably some things that D750 will resolve better, but nothing that is important to me comparing with what Z6 is offering.
Tonight's assignment: WWE with the z6 - these are pretty healthy crops, due to my seated shooting position. im confident in the z6 sensor up until about iso8000 for assignment. i stand by my judgement that passed that we approach only web use due to muddied detail.
One more thing... there are probably some things that D750 will resolve better, but nothing that is important to me comparing with what Z6 is offering. 
