Should I upgrade from the Nikon D6 to the Nikon Z9?
Upgrading is likely worth it. Nikon's FTZ II adapter gives autofocus with AF-S and AF-P lenses; older screw-drive AF-D lenses focus manually.
What you gain
- 45.7MP instead of 20.8MP
- faster bursts (20fps vs 14fps)
- better video (8K 60p vs 4K 30p)
- in-body stabilisation
- a lighter body (1340g vs 1450g)
- a mirrorless electronic viewfinder showing the exposure before you shoot, and modern subject-detection autofocus
What you give up
- noisier high ISO
What it costs
| Z9 new | £4,499 |
| Z9 used (MPB, typical) | £2,540 |
| Your D6 trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £1,110 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £1,430 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
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Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the Nikon D6 to the Nikon Z9?
The upgrade is likely worth it. You gain 45.7MP instead of 20.8MP, faster bursts (20fps vs 14fps), better video (8K 60p vs 4K 30p), in-body stabilisation, but you lose noisier high ISO.
How much does it cost to upgrade from the D6 to the Z9?
The Z9 costs £4,499 new and about £2,540 used at MPB. Trading in a used D6 might bring roughly £1,110, so the net cost is around £1,430 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my D6 lenses work on the Z9?
Nikon's FTZ II adapter gives autofocus with AF-S and AF-P lenses; older screw-drive AF-D lenses focus manually.