Nikon Z8 flaws strike again as owners take to social media with reports of broken strap lugs

[Redaktion]

Several Nikon Z8 users have reported failing or loose camera strap lugs. This is the second issue the Z8 has had since its inception — one of which was also an issue with the Z9 previously and resulted in a recall in both cases. Nikon has yet to issue a recall regarding the loose strap lugs on the Z8, but repeated build quality issues may tarnish Nikon's reputation as a hardware manufacturer.

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[Swizzy]

Totally embarrassing considering how much of a premium Nikon et al is charging nowadays for a camera, in this case £4000. I keep wondering who even buys these, the last time I bought a camera with a full-frame sensor it "only" cost me about £1200.
And yes, mine is still in one piece after years and years of use. I haven't seen an improvement that warrants 3x price increase.

[Bart Ros]

Hi,

This issue happened to me. As an update. Nikon has given me a brand new Z8. Is kudos on them.

I was also informed its a known issue. And distributors are asked to check the units for the flaw. As will Nikon service centers when units are recalled for the mount issue.

The unit I got is a newer model. But I wont ever use the lug again.

Greetings.

Bart Ros
www.bartros.nl

[julian.vdm]

Hi,

This issue happened to me. As an update. Nikon has given me a brand new Z8. Is kudos on them.

I was also informed its a known issue. And distributors are asked to check the units for the flaw. As will Nikon service centers when units are recalled for the mount issue.

The unit I got is a newer model. But I wont ever use the lug again.

Greetings.

Bart Ros
www.bartros.nl

Thank you for the update. I'm glad Nikon sorted it out, as was necessary in this situation. It's fairly obviously a manufacturing defect.