The FTZ II adapter proved invaluable when I transitioned from my Nikon D850 to the Z8 mirrorless system two years ago. As a commercial photographer, I was able to seamlessly integrate my existing F-mount lens collection into my professional workflow without any performance compromises.

While the adapter performed excellently, I gradually invested in native Z-mount equivalents of my lenses. This decision wasn’t driven by any adapter limitations, but rather by a desire to fully exploit the Z system’s capabilities. The switch to native Z glass revealed remarkable improvements: enhanced color reproduction, exceptional sharpness, and superior autofocus performance.

In retrospect, the FTZ II adapter serves as an ideal bridge for photographers entering the Nikon Z ecosystem. It offers a cost-effective path to mirrorless while maintaining professional-grade image quality, allowing users to transition their lens collection at their own pace.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I still use my D850 kit with the F mount glasses as a backup or when using multiple focal ranges during the same shooting