Nikon have just announced firmware version 2 for the Z8 which brings some highly anticipated features from the Z9 and Zf. There is one I’m particularly excited to try out. The biggest updates included in this firmware release are a dedicated AF subject detection mode for birds, pixel shift shooting, and the one I’m really … [Continue Reading] “Firmware Version 2.0 for the Z8”
Fuji Upgrade
If you’ve been following my ramblings for a while, you’ll know that I started my journey into mirrorless cameras a few years ago by purchasing a Fuji X-T3. Three years on, and I still use it frequently. I do miss the 48 megapixel image size of my D850 though. I figured now was as good … [Continue Reading] “Fuji Upgrade”
Oulton Park Track Day
After my recent outings to Silverstone and Cadwell Park, I’m really starting to enjoy motorsport photography and my images are getting better. When I got offered another chance to get to a circuit, I jumped at it. This time I would be heading out to shoot an Oulton Park track day. It’s been a long … [Continue Reading] “Oulton Park Track Day”
Z8 Service Advisories – It’s going back
If you read my infrequent ramblings here, you’ll know that back in May, I ordered the recently announced Nikon Z8. Unless you’ve been living under a rock or you’re not a Nikon shooter, then you’ll know there have been a couple of issues found with the camera. These problems have resulted in two official Nikon … [Continue Reading] “Z8 Service Advisories – It’s going back”
Shooting Motorsport with the Z8
If you read my previous post, you’ll know that I recently pushed the button and ordered a Nikon Z8. It arrived about a month ago. As I’ve been photographing motorsport recently, I thought a day out shooting motorsport with the Z8 would be a good way to put it to the test. It will also … [Continue Reading] “Shooting Motorsport with the Z8”