Nikon Z system reviews and articles.
Nikon might not release cameras as quickly as some other manufacturers, but what they do bring out tend to be photographers’ cameras. The current Z lineup has matured into a capable system, yet the question remains: which Nikon Z body is actually the best for photography in 2026?I own three of the main Nikon Z … Read more
Last updated: May 2026 — Added a new wildlife photography section based on extended real-world use of the Nikon Z system in Scotland, including hands-on experience with the Nikon Z 180–600mm lens photographing birds, deer and other species. As someone who has shot on every major camera system, in 2026 it’s the Nikon Z system … Read more
The Nikon Zf is one of the most enjoyable cameras Nikon has made in years — full-frame image quality, strong autofocus, excellent IBIS, and a shooting experience that feels more deliberate and “photographic” than most modern bodies. It’s ideal for general photography with lenses like the 40mm f/2SE and why it featured so highly in … Read more
Back around 2014, there was a camera that called to me in a way that very few DSLRs ever did. That camera was the Nikon DF — a full-frame DSLR that seemed to have everything I needed, wrapped in the heart and soul of a bygone era. With its stunning looks and retro dials, I … Read more
The Nikon Z6III is an incredible camera with superb image quality, build, and handling — but it can also feel complicated when you first start out. In this guide, I’m going to give you the exact settings I use as someone who shoots across multiple camera systems and has been a Nikon user for over … Read more
The Nikon Z8 is proving to be a dream camera for me — the autofocus is incredible, the handling is near perfect, and the image quality is nothing short of stunning as I found out when comparing the Z6III against the Z8. It’s also a camera that doesn’t need accessorising in the same way my … Read more
There are days when photography has nothing to do with testing gear, and everything to do with finding a little bit of quiet. Today was one of those days. I’ve been running on empty lately, and most of my time and energy has been tied up with worries about Isobelle. So this afternoon I took … Read more
I woke up this morning with mixed feelings — questioning my own thinking, but also feeling a strange sense of excitement. For the first time in a long while, decisions feel like they’ve been made. Now it’s just a case of working toward the point where we can act on them. This week was a … Read more
Last updated 19th May 2026: After having shot both the Z6III and Z8 a lot more since moving to Scotland, I still agree with the conclusion of this article but the more I use the Z8, the more I prefer it. Ever since the Nikon Z8 was announced, I’ve had this nagging desire to own … Read more
Last Updated: May 2026 — Added extended long-term impressions after moving back to Scotland, including wildlife use alongside the Nikon Z8 in the Scottish Highlands and further observations on autofocus, ergonomics and real-world field use. I’ve been shooting Fujifilm for over a decade now, and I still love my X-T5 — but the Nikon Z6III … Read more