Nikon
Z9
Flagship stacked mirrorless with 45MP, 8K video, and no mechanical shutter.
$5,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
RED
KOMODO 6K
Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Z9 is 1.1 years newer.
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Wins
Z9
Wins
KOMODO 6K
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AZ9 has lower ISO min (native) (64 vs 800)
- AZ9 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 3,200)
- AZ9 has higher Resolution (45.7 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- AZ9 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AZ9 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Z9
149 × 150 × 91 mm
1160 g (2.56 lb / 40.92 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 × 102 mm
1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)
Z9 is 12mm thinner than KOMODO 6K but it is also 47mm wider and 48mm taller.
Z9 is 160 g heavier than KOMODO 6K.
Depth (front-to-back): 91mm Z9 · 102mm KOMODO 6K
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Z9
149 × 150 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Z9
149 × 91 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Z9
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
2.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z9
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
KOMODO 6K: mount data unavailable
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
Z9
Subject recognition
Adds People, Birds, Dogs…
Codecs
Adds N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes 422 HQ…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 149, 149.5, 90.5
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B / XQD, CFexpress Type B / XQD
ISO min (native)
64 vs 800 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Resolution
45.7 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Z9 supports it
Reasons to choose
KOMODO 6K
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 102, 102, 102
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Weight
1000 g vs 1160 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 120 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Z9
Pros
- ✓45MP stacked
- ✓8K 60p internal
- ✓120fps stills
- ✓Pro build
Cons
- –Heavy body
- –Expensive
- –Large files
KOMODO 6K
Pros
- ✓Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
- ✓16+ stops dynamic range
- ✓REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
- ✓Compact 952g aluminum body
- ✓12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen
Cons
- –Single CFast 2.0 slot
- –RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
- –Small integrated monitor
- –No in-body ND filters
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Z9 or KOMODO 6K?
Z9 scores 9.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for KOMODO 6K — 45.7MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the Z9 and KOMODO 6K?
Z9 is 45.7 MP and KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP, so the Z9 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Z9 and KOMODO 6K have in-body image stabilization?
Z9 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z9 or the KOMODO 6K?
Z9 reaches 120 fps electronic. KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z9 and KOMODO 6K?
Z9 weighs 1160 g and KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g, so the KOMODO 6K is 160 g lighter.
Do the Z9 and KOMODO 6K record 4K video?
Z9: 8K UHD (max), 4K up to 120p. KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Z9 and KOMODO 6K weather sealed?
Z9: Yes. KOMODO 6K: No.
How much does each cost?
Z9 launched at $5,499 and KOMODO 6K at $5,995. The Z9 is $496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Nikon and RED press materials.