Nikon Z6 II

24MP full-frame image sensor ; 5-axis in-body stabilization ; Phase detection autofocus ; Up to 14fps continuous drive ; Dual memory card slots ; Strong 4K video toolkit

Raw video requires paid firmware upgrade ; Limited third-party lens support ; Full-frame 4K limited to 30fps

The mirrorless Nikon Z 6 II offers small yet tangible updates to its predecessor, but it doesn't match the improvements in autofocus we've seen from competing systems.

The Z6 II is an extremely capable camera that will support the photographer in almost any situation you throw it into. It's comfortable to use, takes great photos, has a highly effective AF system and can be used to capture very good video footage.

Compact form factor ; Both SD Card and CFexpress slots ; Charges by USB-C

Requires an adapter for old lenses ; LCD is only partially articulating ; Battery life can’t match Nikon DSLRs

The Nikon Z6 II is a versatile tool, and ready for almost any scenario right out of the box when purchased with the 24-70mm lens kit.

Two memory card slots ; Improved burst shooting ; Superior AF performance

No articulating screen ; Other bodies are faster ; 4K 60p will be cropped

The Nikon Z6 II is a light refresh of the original Z6, with a second memory card and processor bringing a bump to burst shooting and the promise of 4K 60p video. However, the latter is cropped (and not here until February) and the camera still lacks an...

Double card slots ; Great value ; Great handling

Screen doesn’t articulate ; Better tracking focus available elsewhere ; Only a light refresh of the original Z6

Nikon won over a lot of fans with its original Z6. A nicely designed body, a good all-rounder which is well-suited to a variety of subjects, and an affordable price. Nikon sticks closely to that idea for the Z6’s successor, with the Z 6II including a...

Excellent image quality ; Polished handling ; 5-axis IS system ; 14fps burst shooting ; Best-in-class build quality

Other AF systems more advanced ; Tilt-angle display, not vari-angle

Nikon has taken one of our favorite mirrorless cameras and addressed its main weaknesses. While it might not be class-leading in key areas, it’s the Z6 II’s strong performance across the board that makes it such a compelling choice.

Great image quality ; Huge potential from new Z mount lenses ; Fast autofocus/burst mode (14fps) ; Silent shooting possible ; Electronic viewfinder is of great quality and scale ; Highly capable autofocus system

Continuous autofocus still outsmarted by some competition ; Not a full vari-angle screen (it's tilt-angle only) ; Stronger battery life would be great ; Mild improvements over original 18-month-old Z6 model

One of the most capable full-frame mirrorless cameras on the market. It's got the lens mount right, the quality right and, despite strong competition and not being a big upgrade over the original, the Z6 II is exceptional in many areas.