The Z7 II is a very capable all-rounder, boosted by the addition of twin card slots and the option to add a battery grip. It offers superb image quality, solid autofocus and good video specs. But it's only really its slightly lower price that makes it stand out from a very competitive group. Thoroughly likable.

Landscape photography and portraiture;

Demanding action shooting, regular changes of subject type;

Product shots: Dan Bracaglia

Although similar to its predecessor, the Nikon Z7 II is an excellent camera, perfected. For high-megapixel work where image quality and resolution are critical, in any shooting condition and any light, the Z7 II is highly recommended.

Best image quality around for low-ISO photography, Competitive image quality at higher ISOs, Most rugged build quality among full-frame mirrorless competition, Impressive autofocus performance, Professional features & functions, Both XQD and SD card slots, Comfortable ergonomics, Cutting-edge USB-PD...

4K30p could have been 4K60p, un-cropped, Focus point control & subject tracking interface could be improved, Button layout quirks not changed from predecessor

When Nikon and Canon released their first full-frame mirrorless cameras, I gave the edge to Nikon. Now that Canon and Nikon have both released new standard and high-resolution cameras, what’s the verdict in 2021? This time, Canon wins.

Two years ago, Nikon joined the full-frame mirrorless market with a pair of cameras, the Z 6 and Z 7. These followed the approach, originally laid down by Sony, of using identical body designs but sensors of different resolutions, with the Z 6 being a 24MP all-rounder and the Z 7 a 45.7MP...

As crowded as the mirrorless market is today, the Nikon Z7 II still holds its own and stands out as one of the best landscape photography cameras available. It wouldn’t be our first choice for wildlife and action photography, but it’s capable enough that you can still get great wildlife shots with...

High resolution sensor and low base ISO of 64 for some of the best image quality of any modern camera, Exceptional Nikon Z lenses and future-proof Z System lens mount, Well-designed button layout and intuitive menu design, High-magnification EVF with no lag or headache-inducing flickering issues,...

Z lens lineup still lacks many telephoto options, Autofocus does not track subjects as well as the competition, especially for those unfamiliar with the Z-series AF system, and is ergonomically frustrating to enable, LCD is tilt only, not tilt-flip or dual-axis tilt, No sensor shift mode for...

If you’re searching for a Nikon Z camera that offers the perfect compromise between price and features, look no further.

Slim build, Huge full-frame sensor, Accurate eye AF, 4K/60p video recording

The screen doesn’t flip out, There are better cameras for action

There are lots to like about the Z 7II, and while it’s not a complete overhaul when compared to its predecessor, there have been some small but valuable upgrades. Particularly of interest to professionals and high-end enthusiasts is the addition of a secondary card slot, plus 4K 60p video.

Dual card slots, 4K video up to 60p, Excellent viewfinder

Screen only tilts, not articulates, Autofocusing for sport and action could be better, Relatively small upgrade from predecessor