The Nikon Zf offers a very different shooting experience to the rest of the Nikon Z lineup, which means a typical “best Nikon Z lenses” list doesn’t necessarily apply here. I’ve used everything from the smallest primes to heavier zooms on the Zf, and if you want to preserve what makes this camera so enjoyable … Read more
I own the OM-3, the X-T5 and the X100VI — three of the best-looking cameras you can currently buy. I used to own the Olympus Pen-F, another design classic. To my eye, the Nikon Zf might be the best looking of them all. A beautiful camera makes you want to pick it up and use … Read more
So you’re trying to decide between the Nikon Z6III and the Nikon Zf. On paper, the Z6III wins almost every time. It has the more modern sensor, more professional memory card options, faster autofocus and a more advanced viewfinder. All of which I go into in more depth in my full Nikon Z6III review and … Read more
I own both the Fujifilm X-T5 and the Nikon Zf. In fact, Fujifilm and Nikon are my two main systems, and I regularly shoot with both. Over the past few months I’ve been using the X-T5 and the Zf side by side, and I know a lot of people are trying to decide which modern, … Read more
The Nikon Zf is one of the most fun cameras Nikon has made in years — and it genuinely doesn’t need much to be brilliant — but a few small additions can make it far more comfortable and practical day-to-day. After using it for real shooting (not just a quick desk test), I’ve narrowed this … Read more
Last Updated: 29 May 2026 I’ve continued using all three cameras featured in this guide throughout the year and have updated this article to reflect my long-term experience. My recommendations remain unchanged: the Nikon Zf is still my top overall choice for family photography, while the OM-3 and Fujifilm X-T5 remain excellent alternatives depending on … Read more
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
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