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Nikon Z6 III vs Nikon Z8: which is better?

Nikon Z6 III and Nikon Z8 compared side by side across 123 specs and 14 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 123 SPECS · 14 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING

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NIKON

Nikon Z6 III

$2,499

BEST VALUE

← TOP PICK

NIKON

Nikon Z8

$5,075

BEST OVERALL

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The Nikon Z8 takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 9.2/10 — 0.3 ahead of the Nikon Z6 III. Dead heat on battery. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 14 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

AUTO

BATT

BUIL

DESI

FEAT

IMAG

OPTI

PERF

THEV

USER

VIDE

DOXM

VALU

Nikon Z6 III×2

Nikon Z8×11

Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless CameraBEST VALUE

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless CameraBEST OVERALL

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPDOXMARK — Nikon Z8 leads by 9.5

TIGHTESTBATTERY — dead heat between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

Z6 IIINIKON Z8

AutofocusiNikon Z8 · +0.5

Z6 III9.0

NIKON Z89.5

BATTERYiTIED AT 7.0

Z6 III7.0

NIKON Z87.0

BuildiNikon Z8 · +0.5

Z6 III9.0

NIKON Z89.5

DESIGNiNikon Z8 · +0.5

Z6 III8.5

NIKON Z89.0

FEATURESiNikon Z8 · +0.3

Z6 III9.0

NIKON Z89.3

Image QualityiNikon Z8 · +0.5

Z6 III9.0

NIKON Z89.5

OPTICSiNikon Z8 · +0.5

Z6 III9.0

NIKON Z89.5

PERFORMANCEiNikon Z8 · +0.3

Z6 III9.0

NIKON Z89.3

THE VERDICTiNikon Z6 III · +9.0

Z6 III9.0

NIKON Z80.0

USER REVIEWSiNikon Z6 III · +8.8

Z6 III8.8

NIKON Z80.0

VIDEOGRAPHYiNikon Z8 · +0.1

Z6 III9.5

NIKON Z89.6

VideoiNikon Z8 · +0.1

Z6 III9.5

NIKON Z89.6

DOXMARKiNikon Z8 · +9.5

Z6 III0.0

NIKON Z89.5

ValueiNikon Z8 · +8.5

Z6 III0.0

NIKON Z88.5

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Nikon Z6 III0.36BEST DEAL

02Nikon Z80.18

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

123 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

Nikon Z6 III$2,4997W8.9

Nikon Z8$5,07515W9.2

AF Pointsi

299

493← BEST +65%

Subject Detectioni

Human, Animal, Vehicle

People, Animals, Vehicles

Burst RateFPSi

60 fps← BEST +200%

20 fps

Battery HealthWHi

16 Wh Wh

16 Wh

Removable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Battery Level IndicatoriSAME

Yes

Battery PowerMAHi

2280 mAh

2280 mAh mAh

Rechargeable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Full Charge Shotsi

360-370 shots (CIPA)

340-370 shots

Battery VoltageViSAME

7 V

Battery Modeli

EN-EL15c

EN-EL15c ( Li-ion Battery )

Card SlotsiSAME

1x CFexpress Type B, 1x SD UHS-II

Weather SealingiSAME

Yes

Battery (CIPA)SHOTSi

360 shots← BEST +6%

340 shots

WeightGi

760 g← 16% lighter

910 g

Weather Sealed ( Splashproof )i

Yes, extensive

Yes

Screen Resolutioni

2.1 m dots

2.1M dots

Touch ScreeniSAME

Yes

System Camerai

Mirrorless

Yes

EVF ResolutionM DOTSi

5.76 m dots← BEST +56%

3.69 m dots

Screen SizeINCHiSAME

3.2 inch

Hot ShoeiSAME

Yes

FlashiSAME

Flip Out ScreeniSAME

Yes

VolumeCM³i

1040.27 cm³

1,416.9 cm³

Lowest Potential Operating Temperature°CiSAME

0 °C

Tilting Viewfinderi

N/A

EVF Refresh Rate ( Max )HZiSAME

120 Hz

WidthMMi

138.5 mm

144 mm← BEST +4%

HeightMMi

101.5 mm

118.5 mm← BEST +17%

Maximum Operating Temperature°CiSAME

40 °C

Waterproof Depthi

Thicknessi

68.5 mm

83 mm

Dxomark Sensor Scorei

100← BEST

Dxomark Sports Scorei

4,078← BEST

Dxomark Landscape Scorei

26.3← BEST

Dxomark Portrait Scorei

25.5← BEST

Bluetooth VersioniSAME

5.0

Typei

Mirrorless Camera

Mirrorless

ViewfinderiSAME

Electronic

Viewfinder CoverageiSAME

100

WeightGi

760 g

910 g← BEST +20%

ProcessoriSAME

EXPEED 7

Release Datei

2024-06-17

2023-05-10

Wi-Fi SupportediSAME

Yes

Bluetooth SupportediSAME

Yes

Dual Card SlotsiSAME

Yes

Pixel Shift ShotiSAME

Yes

Shoots RawiSAME

Yes

Supports Lossless Compressed RawiSAME

Yes

Wi-Fi Versioni

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

802.11ac

Supports A RemoteiSAME

Yes

HDMI SupportediSAME

Yes

GPS Supporti

Yes← BEST

Support Live StreamingiSAME

Yes

Advanced Hot Shoei

Yes, Multi-Accessory Shoe

Yes

Internal StorageiSAME

HDMI Versioni

HDMI Type A 2.1

Type A

Internal Storage SizeiSAME

0 GB

NFC SupportediSAME

USB Type-CiSAME

Yes

External Memory SlotiSAME

Yes

Sensori

Full-frame partially stacked CMOS

Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS

ResolutionMPi

24.5 MP

45.7 MP← BEST +87%

ISO Rangei

100-64000

64-25600 (expandable to 32-102400)

Dynamic RangeSTOPSiSAME

14 stops

Stabilizationi

5-axis sensor-shift VR

5-axis Sensor-Shift VR

Sensor Sizei

Full Frame

35.9 x 23.9 mm

Lens MountiSAME

Yes

Megapixelsi

24.5 MP

45.7 MP

Maximum ISOi

64,000← BEST +150%

25,600

Sensor Shift StabilizationiSAME

Yes

Continuous Shootingi

14 fps

20 fps (RAW), 30 fps (JPEG)

Phase Detection Autofocus For PhotosiSAME

Yes

Fastest Shutter Speedi

1/8000 sec

1/32000s (Electronic)

Focus Pointsi

299

493

Maximum Expanded ISOi

204800

102400

AF TrackingiSAME

Yes

Manual FocusiSAME

Yes

Touch AutofocusiSAME

Yes

Manual Shutter SpeediSAME

Yes

BSI SensoriSAME

Yes

Manual ExposureiSAME

Yes

Serial Shot ModeiSAME

Yes

CMOS SensoriSAME

Yes

Built In HDR ModeiSAME

Yes

Two Stage ShutteriSAME

Yes

Manual ISOiSAME

Yes

Flash Sync Speedi

1/200 sec

1/200s

Manual White BalanceiSAME

Yes

Exposure Timei

30s - 1/8000s

30 sec

Image Stabilization Ratingi

9.8← BEST +23%

Maximum Electronic Shutter Speedi

1/16000 sec

1/32000s

Can Combine Image StabilizationiSAME

Yes (Synchro VR)

Can Create Panoramas In CameraiSAME

Stacked Cmos SensoriSAME

Yes

USB SupportediSAME

Yes

USB Versioni

USB 3.2 Gen 1

3.2 Gen 2

Pixel Size ( Main Camera )i

~5.9 µm

4.35 µm

Build Qualityi

9.5← BEST +6%

Controlsi

8.5

9← BEST +6%

Autofocus Pointsi

9.5← BEST +6%

Image Qualityi

9.5← BEST +6%

Video QualityiSAME

9.5

Battery LifeiSAME

Low Light PerformanceiSAME

The Verdicti

An exceptional hybrid camera for serious enthusiasts and professionals.

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Commentsi

Users praise its stunning EVF, robust video features, and reliable autofocus.

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Overall Ratingi

10← BEST +11%

Color Combinationi

10← BEST +2%

9.8

Video Recording ( Main Camera )i

6K/60p, 4K/120p

8K/60p, 4K/120p

Phase Detection Autofocus For VideosiSAME

Yes

Microphone InputiSAME

Yes

Audio JackiSAME

Yes

Timelapse FunctioniSAME

Yes

Movie Bit Ratei

Up to 360 Mbps

Up to 900 Mbps (N-RAW)

24p Cinema ModeiSAME

Yes

Supports Slow Motion Video RecordiSAME

Yes

Continuous Autofocus When Recording MoviesiSAME

Yes

Stereo MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

Max Videoi

6K 60p

8K 60p

Internal Colori

10-bit N-Log/HLG

10-bit H.264/H.265, 12-bit N-RAW/ProRes RAW HQ

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

RE-RANKS LIVE AS YOU ADD OR REMOVE PRODUCTS

THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

Nikon Z8NIKON9.2

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Nikon Z6 III (8.9)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Nikon Z6 IIINIKON8.9

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · Nikon Z8 (0.2)

PRIORITY · DOXMARK

Best for doxmark

Nikon Z8NIKON9.5

DOXMARK WEIGHTEDCONF 91%

Best visible score in the doxmark category group.

RUNNER-UP · Nikon Z6 III (0.0)

PRIORITY · THE VERDICT

Best for the verdict

Nikon Z6 IIINIKON9.0

THE VERDICT WEIGHTEDCONF 86%

Best visible score in the the verdict category group.

RUNNER-UP · Nikon Z8 (0.0)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#2NIKON0.0

Nikon Z6 III

“The Nikon Z6 III is a versatile full-frame mirrorless camera, ideal for hybrid shooters seeking advanced video capabilities and robust photo”

VIDEOGRAPHY 9.5

Video 9.5

Wins Overall Rating

Wins Burst Rate

TRADE-OFFBattery life could be better

BEST VALUEBest price →

#1NIKON0.0

Nikon Z8

“The Nikon Z8 is a high-performance, professional-grade mirrorless camera, offering a compact yet powerful solution for demanding photographe”

VIDEOGRAPHY 9.6

Video 9.6

Wins Image Quality

Wins AF Points

TRADE-OFFPremium price point

BEST OVERALLFull review →

Still deciding? The Nikon Z8 is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 9.2/10 · WINS 11 OF 14 CATEGORIES

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Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera vs Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera: which is better?

The Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera is our overall pick, scoring 9.2/10 against 8.9/10 for the Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera — a 3% edge. Current starting prices span $2,499–$5,075. The score weighs category-specific cameras attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera leads overall with a 9.2 total score.
Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera wins 61 comparable specs with a 49% weighted win rate.
Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera has the strongest high-impact advantage in Image Quality.
Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera8.9/10

The Nikon Z6 III is a versatile full-frame mirrorless camera, ideal for hybrid shooters seeking advanced video capabilities and robust photo performance.

Pros

+ Groundbreaking 5.76M-dot EVF
+ Internal 6K/60p N-RAW video
+ Fast 60fps full-frame RAW stills
+ Advanced subject detection AF

Cons

− Battery life could be better
− No built-in GPS
− No internal storage

Best for: Professional Videographers · Advanced Hybrid Shooters · Action and Sports Photographers

“Verdict: The Nikon Z6 III is an outstanding hybrid camera, offering a compelling blend of speed, image quality, and advanced video features at a competitive price point, making it a top recommendation for serious creators.”

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless CameraWINNER 9.2/10

The Nikon Z8 is a high-performance, professional-grade mirrorless camera, offering a compact yet powerful solution for demanding photographers and videographers.

Pros

+ Exceptional 45.7MP stacked sensor
+ Blazing fast autofocus with subject detection
+ Robust 8K/60p video capabilities
+ Durable, weather-sealed construction

Cons

− Premium price point
− Battery life could be better
− No built-in vertical grip

Best for: Professional Photographers · Advanced Videographers · Wildlife and Sports Shooters

“Verdict: The Nikon Z8 is an outstanding professional mirrorless camera, delivering nearly all the capabilities of the flagship Z9 in a more portable form factor. It's a top-tier choice for demanding photographers and videographers who need…”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera or Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific cameras specs, the Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera scores highest overall (9.2/10, 0.3 points ahead of the Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera and Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera?

The biggest measurable differences are Image Quality, Overall Rating, Sensor — with the Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera leading on Image Quality. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera better value than the Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera?

The Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera starts around $5,075 and the Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera around $2,499. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

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