Nikon
Zf
Retro-styled 24.5MP full-frame mirrorless with classic dials, EXPEED 7 AF, 8-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p video.
$2,049
Released Sep 2023
Zf is 2.9 years newer.
Wins
Z6 II
Wins
Zf
8 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BZf has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 14 fps)
- BZf has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 5 stops)
- BZf has higher ISO max (native) (64,000 vs 51,200)
- AZ6 II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (410 shots vs 380 shots)
- AZ6 II has lower Weight (615 g vs 630 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Z6 II
134 × 101 × 70 mm
615 g (1.36 lb / 21.69 oz)
Zf
144 × 103 × 49 mm
630 g (1.39 lb / 22.22 oz)
Z6 II is 10mm narrower and 3mm shorter than Zf but it is also 21mm thicker.
Z6 II is 15 g lighter than Zf.
Depth (front-to-back): 70mm Z6 II · 49mm Zf
Sensor size, to scale
Z6 II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Zf
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z6 II
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Zf
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Z6 II
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 100.5, 69.5
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B / XQD
Battery life (CIPA)
410 shots vs 380 shots — higher is better
Weight
615 g vs 630 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Zf
AF low-light limit
-10 EV vs -4.5 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC 8-bit, H.265/HEVC 10-bit, H.264/AVC 8-bit
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 144, 103, 49
Subject recognition
Adds Birds, Cars, Bicycles…
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 14 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Zf supports it
Card types
Adds MicroSD UHS-I
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.5 MP
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 273
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Z6 II
Pros
- ✓Proven hybrid
- ✓Dual slots
- ✓Good video
Cons
- –Superseded by Z6 III
- –24MP
- –Older AF
Zf
Pros
- ✓Beautiful retro design
- ✓273-point hybrid AF
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulated touchscreen
Cons
- –No grip extension standard
- –Mixed SD + MicroSD card slots
- –24.5MP only
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Z6 II or Zf?
Zf scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for Z6 II — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Z6 II and Zf?
Both cameras share the same 24.5 MP resolution.
Do the Z6 II and Zf have in-body image stabilization?
Z6 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while zf has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z6 II or the Zf?
Z6 II reaches 14 fps electronic. Zf reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z6 II and Zf?
Z6 II weighs 615 g and Zf weighs 630 g, so the Z6 II is 15 g lighter.
Do the Z6 II and Zf record 4K video?
Z6 II: 4K up to 60p. Zf: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Z6 II and Zf weather sealed?
Z6 II: Yes. Zf: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the Z6 II and 380 shots for the Zf, giving the Z6 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Z6 II launched at $1,999 and Zf at $2,049. The Z6 II is $50 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.