Nikon Z8 Hands-On: This Apple Didn’t Fall Far From the Z9 Tree

I was very fortunate to revisit the gorgeous wilderness that is Yellowstone National Park. What a perfect place to test out what I believe will be a hugely popular new camera.

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Yellowstone National Park is an ideal location to test a camera.

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Our wildlife guide, Evan Stout, got us close to many a wildlife opportunity.

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The myriad hot pools offer a stunning palette of colors.

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It wouldn’t be a Chris Niccolls gallery without a puddle shot.

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When I first picked up the Z8 I instantly felt at home. Now we have a camera which is lighter at only 910 grams, and far smaller.

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Nikon Z8 Hands-On: This Apple Didn’t Fall Far From the Z9 Tree

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I was very fortunate to revisit the gorgeous wilderness that is Yellowstone National Park. What a perfect place to test out what I believe will be a hugely popular new camera.

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Yellowstone National Park is an ideal location to test a camera.

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Our wildlife guide, Evan Stout, got us close to many a wildlife opportunity.

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The myriad hot pools offer a stunning palette of colors.

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It wouldn’t be a Chris Niccolls gallery without a puddle shot.

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When I first picked up the Z8 I instantly felt at home. Now we have a camera which is lighter at only 910 grams, and far smaller.

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