The Nikon Z 6II is a versatile camera with a 24.5-million-pixel BSI-CMOS full-frame sensor which can record video up to 4K Ultra HD at 60fps. Its next-generation autofocus system can work in light levels as low as -4.5EV, while two EXPEED 6 processing engines provide faster image processing and a...

What's The Best puts the Nikon Z6ii to the test to see if it's worth parting with your hard-earned cash. Keep reading to find out more.

The Nikon Z6 II is a near-perfect update to an already impressive predecessor, so there's a lot to like and not much to be concerned about. If you'd like a rugged, reliable, all-around full-frame mirrorless camera, The Z6 II should be at the top of your list.

Incredible image quality; Impressive autofocus performance; Solid build quality; Professional features & functions; Comfortable ergonomics/grip; Strong all-around value

4K 30p could have been 4K 60p; un-cropped; Focus point control & subject tracking implementation could be improved; Button layout quirks not changed from previous model

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In a rather weird way, the new Nikon Z6 II reminds me of one of the favorite vintage bicycles in my collection. It’s not as fast as my racing bike, nor as bombproof as my mountain bike. And it doesn’t accommodate the full range of racks and luggage as the bike I use for loaded touring.

The mirrorless Nikon Z 6 II offers small yet tangible updates to its predecessor, but it doesn't match the improvements in autofocus we've seen from competing systems.

24MP full-frame image sensor; 5-axis in-body stabilization; Phase detection autofocus; Up to 14fps continuous drive; Dual memory card slots; Strong 4K video toolkit

Raw video requires paid firmware upgrade; Limited third-party lens support; Full-frame 4K limited to 30fps

One of the most capable full-frame mirrorless cameras on the market. It's got the lens mount right, the quality right and, despite strong competition and not being a big upgrade over the original, the Z6 II is exceptional in many areas.

Great image quality; Huge potential from new Z mount lenses; Fast autofocus/burst mode (14fps); Silent shooting possible; Electronic viewfinder is of great quality and scale; Highly capable autofocus system

Continuous autofocus still outsmarted by some competition; Not a full vari-angle screen (it's tilt-angle only); Stronger battery life would be great; Mild improvements over original 18-month-old Z6 model

However, it’s not quite up to snuff for the most performance-intense genres like sports or moving subjects in low light such as theatre and wedding receptions. It’s not a bad buy for portrait photographers, but artists working with moving subjects may end up with a case of buyer’s regret.

Product shots: Dan Bracaglia

Nikon Z6 II at a glance: £1,999 £2549 with 24-70mm f/4 24.5MP BSI-CMOS full frame sensor ISO 50 – 204, 800 (extended) 14fps continuous shooting 3.69m-dot EVF, 0.8x magnification 3.2in tilting touchscreen 5-axis in-body stabilisation 4K 60p (via future firmware update)Although time may feel like it...

Great allround performer; Good build and weatherproofing; Rapid 14fps continuous shooting; Large; sharp viewfinder; 4K 60p video coming in future; Impressive lowlight autofocus

Only minor updates over predecessor; Lacks full screen articulation