With the z camera you will forget about problems with focus on some lenses. All old lenses will focus absolutely accurately.
@andrewgusew Thank you for your suggestions.. I recently checked out more used Z7ii's which have been high mileage and priced beyond my budget. The lens recommendation sounds good.
Thank you.
Latest used price at a store: Z7ii with 40,000 shutter count selling for $1500 and then look for a lens. This is beyond my budget as I am unwilling to part with my D850's.
A used D850 with same count is selling for $1,100... I might use my wife's D7000 (my gift to her that she never uses) with 16-85mm G lens, when we visit Colombia; her family and firiends have warned me about the current security situation.
I used the Z7II on a two-week trip and found the image quality amazing, especially in low light. The battery lasted longer than I expected, even shooting all day.
The Nikon Z7II is an excellent choice for your needs—offering D850-like image quality in a lighter, more travel-friendly body. Since you already shoot RAW and edit in Lightroom, you’ll appreciate the Z7II’s dynamic range and detail retention. The menu system and handling will feel familiar, easing your transition from DSLR. Given your style of family and landscape travel photography, and your preference for primes like the 85mm, the Z7II is a logical and rewarding upgrade. Trading in one D850 to fund it makes good sense if you’re looking to lighten your load without sacrificing quality.
I used the Z7II on a two-week trip and found the image quality amazing, especially in low light. The battery lasted longer than I expected, even shooting all day.
I ended up pairing my Z7 II with a small action cam to cover video and casual shots without swapping lenses or pulling out the big gear.