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Nikon Zf — full-frame · 2023
Nikon

Nikon Zf

full-frame · 2023

88
/ 100
From $1,999
VS
Nikon Z9 · Body only wins by 6
Nikon Z9 · Body only — full-frame · 2021
Nikon

Nikon Z9 · Body only

full-frame · 2021

94
/ 100
From $5,499
Specdex verdict

Nikon Z9 · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Zf lands at 88 and Nikon Z9 · Body only at 94. That puts Nikon Z9 · Body only ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Nikon Zf if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Nikon Z9 · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Nikon Z9 · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Nikon Z9 · Body only leads on photo (94 vs 88).

Autofocus

Nikon Z9 · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Nikon Z9 · Body only leads on autofocus (92 vs 86).

Video

Nikon Z9 · Body only

Compared on the video sub-score

Nikon Z9 · Body only leads on video (90 vs 84).

Value for money

Nikon Zf

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Nikon Zf more score per dollar ($1,999 vs $5,499).

Nikon Zf 88
vs
94 Nikon Z9 · Body only

Score breakdown

Nikon Zf
88
photo 88
video 84
autofocus 86
ergonomics 86
Nikon Z9 · Body only
94
photo 94
video 90
autofocus 92
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Nikon Zf versus Nikon Z9 · Body only — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon Zf Nikon Z9 · Body only
Format
full-frame
full-frame
Release year
2023
2021

Nikon Zf

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Nikon Z9 · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Nikon Zf vs Nikon Z9 · Body only

Which is better, Nikon Zf or Nikon Z9 · Body only? +

Nikon Z9 · Body only scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon Zf worth the price? +

At $1,999, Nikon Zf delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in photo.

Is Nikon Z9 · Body only worth the price? +

At $5,499, Nikon Z9 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in photo.

Does Nikon Zf or Nikon Z9 · Body only last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Nikon Zf or Nikon Z9 · Body only? +

Nikon Z9 · Body only — leads on photo (94 vs 88). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Nikon Zf or Nikon Z9 · Body only? +

Nikon Z9 · Body only — leads on autofocus (92 vs 86). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.