Equipment

Hello,
I am currently shooting with both a Nikon D500 and D7500. Looking to go mirrorless in the near future. I can't escape the want for the newer focusing systems. If money was no object, I would want a Z8. Are there any members shooting with a Z6lll that can give me your real world experience?

Thanks in Advance,
Mike

Hello Mike,
I do not use the Z6. I have used the Z9 since it came out, I also use the OM-1 ii and the Sony A9 iii. But the way to use mirrorless cameras are about the same, regardless of the model or brand. The thing that's generally the hardest for people new to mirrorless cameras is the autofocus system. The autofocus system will at times, go to the far extreme of its autofocus range and you will not be able to get it back. If that happens, and as soon as it happens--immediately point the camera at the ground at the range you want to focus, focus on the ground, and then bring the camera back to where you want it. This problem is generally caused because people will press the autofocus button before the focus point is on the subject. So be patient and wait until the focus point is on the subject and then press the focus button and you might never have this problem.

Another thing that mirrorless cameras have that a dslr did not is that you can look through the viewfinder and see the exposure. In my opinion, this is the best thing about mirrorless cameras. Try your best to learn what a properly exposed image looks like when looking through the viewfinder and your photos will be much better.

If you ever have any specific quesitons, feel free to contact me. Good Luck....

Mike,
I have the Z8 and the Z6lll. I purchased the Z6lll as my back up camera after the Z8. I use both equally and am never concerned about which one I shoot unless I want to do video and then it’s always the z6lll. You won’t be disappointed with it. The Z8 has a few more programmable buttons but I would not consider it a deal breaker. I had the 7500 previously. You will not regret the upgrade to mirrorless and Steve Perry has a great set up book to help you learn. BTW, I am now replacing my lens to Z lens. I’d recommend the Z6lll and a ZS series lens.
Kim Gall

Mike,
I have the Z8 and the Z6lll. I purchased the Z6lll as my back up camera after the Z8. I use both equally and am never concerned about which one I shoot unless I want to do video and then it’s always the z6lll. You won’t be disappointed with it. The Z8 has a few more programmable buttons but I would not consider it a deal breaker. I had the 7500 previously. You will not regret the upgrade to mirrorless and Steve Perry has a great set up book to help you learn. BTW, I am now replacing my lens to Z lens. I’d recommend the Z6lll and a ZS series lens.
Kim Gall

Gene and Kim,
Thank you for your input, much appreciated! With it being on sale for $1995.00 I am having a hard time saying no to it. I have the Nikon 200-500, 70-200/2.8, and 58/1.4 that I could use with a FTZ adapter. S lenses would have to wait a little bit before I could afford to make the switch.