Nikon Z6
Mirrorless Cameras

Z6

Nikon

Released Jan 1, 2019 · Analysis updated Jul 14, 2026

Capture stunning low-light shots with the Nikon Z6's strong high ISO performance and excellent stabilization. The Nikon Z6 scores 80/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from DPReview, Danfinnen, Photographylife, and Kenrockwell.

Critic Score

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80

based on 4 expert reviews

DPReviewDanfinnenPhotographylifeKenrockwell

Low confidence · only 4 reviews

General agreement: our scores range from 74 (Photographylife) to 89 (DPReview). Photographylife tends to score generously across our dataset.

Average of 4 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score

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Pros

  • Strong high ISO performance(2)
  • Excellent image stabilization(2)

Cons

  • Single card slot(2)

4 Publication Reviews

89
Independent publication01/2019

AI summary of this review

The Nikon Z6 is a well-built full-frame mirrorless camera that produces excellent stills and 4K video, making it a compelling all-around package.

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82
Independent publication11/2024

AI summary of this review

The Nikon Z6 III is a huge upgrade over the original, particularly for videographers and those needing a silent electronic shutter, though image quality remains similar to its predecessor.

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74
Independent publication10/2025

AI summary of this review

The Nikon Z6 offers strong image sensor performance with noise and dynamic range that is competitive with its peers, though it exhibits a slight green color cast in shadows.

Score estimated from the review text

74
Independent publication07/2024

AI summary of this review

The Z6 is 99% the same as the Z7, but runs 33% faster for 41% less money, though it struggles with face recognition and legacy lens autofocus via the FTZ adapter.

Score estimated from the review text