Much hyped and much anticipated, the range-topping Nikon Z9 combines 45.7-megapixel resolution stills with up to 8K video to make this a powerfully enticing all-in-one option for pro snappers being called upon to play ‘content creator’ in both disciplines.

Whopping 45.7-megapixel resolution, 8K video, It can do everything, Ergonomics, It's a workhorse

Chunky build, partly due to dual handgrips, Add a telephoto lens and we may as well be carrying four bags of sugar

This is the top of the line Flagship Z series camera, and we can tell. It has every feature imaginable, is beautifully made, performs impeccably and is every bit the professional photographic tool.

Top class quality throughout, Superb range of lenses, Bristling with features for every eventuality, Weather sealing, VR (Vibration Reduction), Extensive video capability, Vertical grip built-in, Excellent EVF, Fast and responsive, Vibration-free electronic shutter

Quite bulky and heavy, XQD cards expensive, CF Express cards are very expensive

The Nikon Z9 offers just about everything professional and enthusiast photographers might want from a camera. It’s big and heavy for a mirrorless camera, but it’s also twin-gripped, weather-sealed and a bit lighter than the Nikon D6.

New 45.7Mp full-frame sensor sensor, Advanced AF system, Durable, weatherproof build

No mechanical shutter, Firmware updates to come in 2022 to get the full video feature set

While it's a shame that picture and sound quality haven't been upgraded, the iPhone 13 was great in these regards and the iPhone 14 is, too Excellent display Admirable headphone performance Solid build quality No upgrades to picture or sound Familiar design Notch is still present

Apple's latest non-Pro iPhone is superb - it's just that it's strikingly similar to last year's effort.

Still an incredible smartphone, Brilliant battery life gets a bit better, Excellent camera system gets a bit better

Last year’s Pro hardware, Wireless charging slow by modern standards, No USB-C; it’s now well overdue

The Nikon Z9 sees Nikon's mirrorless cameras take an impressive jump forward to match flagship rivals from Canon and Sony. The Z9 feels like an indestructible DSLR, but inside are innovative features like advanced AF tracking, 20fps raw burst shooting, 8K video and an electronic-only shutter. We also like its new two-way tilting screen. It's a shame some video features won't be available until a firmware update in 2022 and we need to give the Z9 some real-world testing, but it has the potential to be a modern-day Nikon classic.

Stacked 45.7MP sensor; Powerful AF tracking; Shoots lengthy 8K video clips; Rugged build quality; Dual-axis tilt-screen;

Some features need firmware update; A bit bulky for non-pros

45.7MP Stacked CMOS sensor; 30 fps JPEG shooting; 20 fps Raw shooting (for over 1000 compressed Raws); 120 fps JPEG shooting at 11MP resolution; 8K/30p capture and 4K-from-8K, with ProRes 422 HQ option; 8K/60p, 12-bit 8K N-Raw and 4K ProRes RAW to be added with f/w; Internal 10-bit N-Log and HLG capture; 3.69M dot OLED EVF with reduced lag and greater brightness; XM dot rear LCD with multi-directional tilt; Twin CFexpress Type B card slots; Full-time electronic shutter camera; Sensor shield to protect sensor;

45.7MP Stacked CMOS sensor; 30 fps JPEG shooting; 20 fps Raw shooting (for over 1000 compressed Raws); 120 fps JPEG shooting at 11MP resolution; 8K/30p capture and 4K-from-8K, with ProRes 422 HQ option; 8K/60p, 12-bit 8K N-Raw and 4K ProRes RAW to be added with f/w; Internal 10-bit N-Log and HLG capture; 3.69M dot OLED EVF with reduced lag and greater brightness; XM dot rear LCD with multi-directional tilt; Twin CFexpress Type B card slots; Full-time electronic shutter camera; Sensor shield to protect sensor;

Introduction; Sample photos; Design and handling; Battery; Media; Flash photography; Displays; Sensor; More sample photos!; Raw compression; Buffer; 3D Tracking; Flicker control; Battery life; Autofocus performance; Final impressions;

Introduction; Sample photos; Design and handling; Battery; Media; Flash photography; Displays; Sensor; More sample photos!; Raw compression; Buffer; 3D Tracking; Flicker control; Battery life; Autofocus performance; Final impressions;