Capture your iconic moments.
Z fc fuses classic design with Z series technology. Small size with big image quality. 4K videos with full-time Eye-Detection AF. A flip out vlogger screen with live streaming capabilities. This is a camera you think you’ve seen before. But the performance is entirely new.
Classic. Tactile. Modern.Designed in the spirit of classic Nikon cameras.Precision carved aluminum dials with engraved markings.Mechanical controls for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation.Vari-angle vlogger screen that hides away when you’re not using it.
Available in twelve eye-catching colours.
In addition to the classic black, you can get the Z fc in one of twelve colours.
The tools of creativity.Cutting-edge Z series tech.
Quality that thrills. What sets the Z fc apart is the 20.9MP DX CMOS sensor paired with the EXPEED 6 engine and the light-gathering advantages of the wider Z mount. Together, they give you clean, professional looking videos and stills, even in low light.
It all starts with the Z mount.The Z fc is designed around Nikon’s revolutionary Z mount, the widest lens mount of any comparable camera system. A wider mount means more light, and more light means more of everything good—sharpness, contrast, accurate focus, low-light performance and image quality.
Freedom to compose. Take a moment and appreciate the world around you from fresh perspectives. The Z fc employs a 3.0-in Vari-angle monitor—the first in a Z series camera. Effortlessly shoot vertical shots from low angles.
Set your sights.The Z fc’s sensor is practically covered in focus points—87% coverage to be precise. That means wherever your subject is within the frame, a focus point is locked on. Compose the way you want.
Lock eyes. Nikon’s intelligent Eye-Detection AF for video and stills quickly locks onto eyes—humans, dogs or cats—and follows them. This is especially useful when you can’t be behind the camera, for first-person videos and selfies.
Get your shot.Whatever the light.ISO sensitivity goes all the way up to ISO 51,200 (expandable to ISO 204,800) with superb sharpness, detail and clarity. Create after hours and in less-than-ideal lighting.
Get creative.In camera.
Add uniqueness to your videos and stills with 20 Creative Picture Controls, all visible in real-time while you shoot through the viewfinder or Vari-angle display. Now, filters are part of the vision rather than an afterthought.
Video done right.
Comprehensive video, vlogging and streaming capabilities. Record 4K Ultra HD video at 30p, 25p or 24p full pixel readout with no cropping. Combined with NIKKOR Z lenses, you’ll maximize the sensor’s resolution and produce videos with lifelike depth and clarity.
The vlogger monitor you’ve been waiting for. The Z fc’s Vari-angle display can face forward for easier vlogging and first-person recording. This activates self-portrait mode, bringing key camera controls to the monitor so you can conveniently touch and tap adjustments.
Live streaming and web conferencing.Look your absolute best with the Z fc and a NIKKOR Z lens. Simply connect the camera to your computer with a USB Type-C cable (sold separately)—it provides power too—and compatible software like the free Nikon Webcam Utility. You’ll get sharpness, clarity and flattering depth of field unlike a typical webcam.
Autofocus. Automated. The whole time you’re recording, the autofocus system is working, making precise adjustments to keep your subject in sharp focus. This means you can be the one in front of the camera, even streaming live, with total confidence in your footage.
Add an external mic.Capture high quality sound in-camera using the Z fc’s built-in stereo mic or a dedicated third-party external mic. The 3.5mm stereo mini-pin jack provides plug-in power. Monitor your audio levels on-screen, including a clipping indicator, and make gain adjustments in real-time.
Z 30Creator ready
Your World. With A Frame Around It.
Compact Content Creation.
Do More With Less Camera.Get in the creative zone and seize the moment with the Z 30 – the lightest and most compact Z series camera to date. Handy in size and weighing just 350g, this is the mirrorless model built for spontaneity and surprise.
A Window For Your World. The Z 30 is made for your inner videographer. Hit record with ease whenever inspiration strikes. Excite the ears of your audience with premium sound quality from dual microphones. From teasers to reels to stories to streams, this is where heroes of content are born.
Let's Get Cinematic.Capture higher quality video with the Z 30 thanks to its sensor that is 14x bigger than your phone's.
Personalised Performance. Customise the dial and buttons for instant access to your unique creative process. You’re just a click or a turn away to make your content the most authentic extension of you.
Twist And Touch.No angle or position is out of reach or focus with the 7.5 cm (3-inch) touch-sensitive vari-angle LCD monitor. Look up and out, explore what lies below, or flip into selfie mode.
Lights. Your Camera. Action.
4K Ultra HD Angle View Nikon Cameras Lenses Accessories
Go beyond with our range of 30 NIKKOR Z lenses.
Slow motion video with Full HD/120P.
20 types of Creative Picture Control
Accessorise and enhance your content
Ultimate Creative Control.
Capture your content the way it was meant to be seen with the Z 30’s signature Creative Picture Controls. Choose from 20 real-time filters that add emotion to your frame and eliminate the need for post-processing. Breathtaking looks include Pink, Morning, Melancholic, and Sunday.
Where Movement Meets The Moment.
Time, On Your Side.Enjoy up to 125 mins of continuous video. Eliminate the extra work of piecing together multiple short recordings and switch to long-form videos to save time and effort.
SnapBridge
Shoot remotely and admire the results via your smart phone's screen. Get your content online in an instant, directly from your camera. Or connect and transfer it straight to your device and share to your heart’s desire.
NX Studio
With Nikon’s signature post-production software, you can view, process and edit your stills and video anytime, anywhere. For free.
Webcam Utility
Free software that transforms your Z 30 into a portable livestreaming hub. Harness high-resolution video and amaze your followers with real-time content.
SPECIFICATIONS:
TYPE
Digital camera with support for interchangeable lenses
LENS MOUNT
Nikon Z mount
PICTURE ANGLE
APS-C Size / DX-Format
IMAGE SENSOR
SENSOR SIZE
23.5 mm x 15.7 mm
IMAGE SENSOR TYPE
CMOS
TOTAL PIXELS
21.51 million
DUST-REDUCTION SYSTEM
Image Dust Off reference data (NX Studio software required)
IMAGE AREA (PIXELS)
[DX (24x16)] selected for image area: (L) 5568 x 3712 (20.7 million) (M) 4176 x 2784 (11.6 million) (S) 2784 x 1856 (5.2 million) [1:1 (16x16)] selected for image area: (L) 3712 x 3712 (13.8 million) (M) 2784 x 2784 (7.8 million) (S) 1856 x 1856 (3.4 million) [16:9 (24x14)] selected for image area: (L) 5568 x 3128 (17.4 million) (M) 4176 x 2344 (9.8 million) (S) 2784 x 1560 (4.3 million)
EFFECTIVE PIXELS (MEGAPIXELS)
20.9 million
IMAGE SENSOR FORMAT
APS-C size/DX-format
FILE SYSTEM
FILE FORMAT STILL IMAGES
NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1:8), or basic (approx. 1:16) compression NEF (RAW)+JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
PICTURE CONTROL
Auto , Standard , Neutral , Vivid , Monochrome , Portrait , Landscape , Flat Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon); selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture Controls
FILE SYSTEM
DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31
STORAGE MEDIA
SD (Secure Digital) Memory card
CARD SLOT
Single Slot
VIEWFINDER
LENS COMPATIBILITY AT A GLANCE***
Z mount NIKKOR lenses F mount NIKKOR lenses (mount adapter required; restrictions may apply)
SHUTTER
SHUTTER TYPE
Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter; electronic front-curtain shutter; electronic shutter
FRAME ADVANCE RATE
Low-speed continuous: 1-4 fps High-speed continuous (extended): 5 fps High-speed continuous (extended): 11 fps
SHUTTER RELEASE MODES
Single frame Low-speed continuous High-speed continuous (extended) Self-timer
FLASH SYNC SPEED
Synchronizes with shutter at X=1/200 s or slower; supported with auto FP high-speed sync
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING OPTIONS
Low-speed continuous: 1-4 fps High-speed continuous (extended): 5 fps High-speed continuous (extended): 11 fps
SELF-TIMER
2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s
SLOWEST SHUTTER SPEED
30 sec
FASTEST SHUTTER SPEED
1/4000 sec
TOP CONTINUOUS SHOOTING SPEED AT FULL RESOLUTION
11 frames per second
EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE METERING
TTL metering using camera image sensor
EXPOSURE LOCK
Luminosity locked at detected value
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
Range: –5 to +5 EV, Increment: 1/3 step
METERING RANGE
-4 to +17 EV * Figures are for ISO 100 and f/2.0 lens at 20 °C/68 °F
METERING METHOD
Matrix metering Center-weighted metering: Weight of 75% given to 8 mm circle in center of frame; weighting can instead be based on average of entire frame Spot metering: Meters 3.5 mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point Highlight-weighted metering
SENSITIVITY
ISO SENSITIVITY
ISO 100 to 51200 in steps of 1/3 EV ; can also be set to approx. 1 EV above ISO 51200 (ISO 102400 equivalent) or to approx. 2 EV above ISO 51200 (ISO 204800 equivalent); auto ISO sensitivity control available
SINGLE-POINT AF MODE
Yes
ACTIVE D-LIGHTING
Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, and Off
HIGHEST EXPANDED ISO SENSITIVITY
204800
HIGHEST STANDARD ISO SENSITIVITY
51200
LOWEST STANDARD ISO SENSITIVITY
100
FOCUS / AUTOFOCUS
FOCUS POINT
209
X-SYNC SPEED
1/200 sec. synchronizes with shutter at 1/200 s or slower; Auto FP High-Speed sync supported
AF-AREA MODE
Pinpoint AF (photo mode only), single-point AF, dynamic-area AF (photo mode only), wide-area AF (S), wide-area AF (L), wide-area AF (L-people), wide-area AF (L-animals), auto-area AF, auto-area AF (people), auto-area AF (animals)
LENS SERVO
Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S), Continuous-servo AF (AF-C), AF mode auto-switch (AF-A; available only in photo mode), full-time AF (AF-F; available only in video mode), predictive focus tracking Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used
DETECTION RANGE
-4.5 to +19 EV * Without low-light AF: -3 to +19 EV * Measured in photo mode at ISO 100 and a temperature of 20 °C/68 °F using single-servo AF (AF-S) and a lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8
AUTOFOCUS SYSTEM
Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF
MAXIMUM AUTOFOCUS AREAS/POINTS
209
FEATURES
4K UHD, WiFi, Bluetooth
FLASH
FLASH COMPENSATION
-3 to +1 EV in steps of 1/3 EV available in modes P, S, A, and M
FLASH-READY INDICATOR
Lights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes as underexposure warning after flash is fired at full output
ACCESSORY SHOE
ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
FLASH CONTROL
TTL: i-TTL flash control; i-TTL balanced fill-flash is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash with spot metering
NIKON CREATIVE LIGHTING SYSTEM (CLS)
i-TTL flash control, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, FV lock, Color Information Communication, auto FP high-speed sync
WHITE BALANCE
WHITE BALANCE
Auto (3 types), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (3 types), flash, choose color temperature (2500 K–10,000 K), preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored), all with fine-tuning except choose color temperature
WHITE BALANCE BRACKETING
1
MOVIE
MOVIE
3840 x 2160 (4K UHD): 30p (progressive)/25p/24p 1920 x 1080: 120p/100p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p 1920 x 1080 slow-motion: 30p (x4)/25p (x4)/24p (x5) * Actual frame rates for 120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 119.88, 100, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively * Quality selection (normal/high) available at all sizes except 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080 120p/100p, and 1920 x 1080 slow-motion, when quality is fixed at high
MOVIE METERING
TTL metering using camera image sensor
MOVIE ACTIVE D-LIGHTING
Can be selected from: Same as photo settings Extra high High Normal Low Off
MOVIE ISO
M: Manual selection (ISO 100 to 25600; step size of 1/3 EV); auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600) available with selectable upper limit P, S, A: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600) with selectable upper limit Auto: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600)
MOVIE AUDIO
Built-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity adjustable
MOVIE AUDIO RECORDING FORMAT
Linear PCM , AAC
MOVIE VIDEO COMPRESSION
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
MOVIE FILE FORMAT
MOV , MP4
MOVIE MAXIMUM RECORDING TIME
125 minutes* *Recording may stop before 125 minutes, depending on battery life and camera’s internal temperature.
MONITOR
MONITOR SIZE
7.5-cm (3.0–in.) diagonal
MONITOR RESOLUTION
Approx. 1040 k-dot
MONITOR TYPE
Vari-angle TFT touch-sensitive LCD
MONITOR ANGLE OF VIEW
170° viewing angle, approximately 100% frame coverage
MONITOR ADJUSTMENTS/td>
11-level manual brightness controls
PLAYBACK
PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS
"Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images) Playback with Playback Zoom Playback Zoom Cropping Movie Playback Photo and/or Movie Slide Shows Histogram Display Highlights Photo Information Location Data Display Auto Image Rotation Picture Rating"
INTERFACE
INTERFACE
Type C USB connector (SuperSpeed USB) ; connection to built-in USB port is recommended ; Type D HDMI connector ; Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported)
WI-FI FUNCTIONALITY
Standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n Operating frequency: 2412 to 2462 MHz (channel 11) Maximum output power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz band: 4.5 dBm Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK
MENUS
SUPPORTED LANGUAGES
English The languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased
POWER
BATTERY / BATTERIES
One EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion battery
BATTERY CHARGER
EH-7P charging AC adapter (available separately)
MISCELLANEOUS
WEIGHT (G) (BODY ONLY)*1
Approx. 405 g ( 14.3 oz. ) with battery and memory card but without body cap; approx. 350 g/12.4 oz. (camera body only)
LENGTH X HEIGHT X WIDTH (MM) (BODY ONLY)*
Approx. 128 x 73.5 x 59.5 mm ( 5.1 x 2.9 x 2.4 in.)
TRIPOD SOCKET
0.635 cm (1/4 in., ISO 1222)
Z 30Creator ready
Your World. With A Frame Around It.
Compact Content Creation.
Do More With Less Camera.Get in the creative zone and seize the moment with the Z 30 – the lightest and most compact Z series camera to date. Handy in size and weighing just 350g, this is the mirrorless model built for spontaneity and surprise.
A Window For Your World. The Z 30 is made for your inner videographer. Hit record with ease whenever inspiration strikes. Excite the ears of your audience with premium sound quality from dual microphones. From teasers to reels to stories to streams, this is where heroes of content are born.
Let's Get Cinematic.Capture higher quality video with the Z 30 thanks to its sensor that is 14x bigger than your phone's.
Personalised Performance. Customise the dial and buttons for instant access to your unique creative process. You’re just a click or a turn away to make your content the most authentic extension of you.
Twist And Touch.No angle or position is out of reach or focus with the 7.5 cm (3-inch) touch-sensitive vari-angle LCD monitor. Look up and out, explore what lies below, or flip into selfie mode.
Lights. Your Camera. Action.
4K Ultra HD Angle View Nikon Cameras Lenses Accessories
Go beyond with our range of 30 NIKKOR Z lenses.
Slow motion video with Full HD/120P.
20 types of Creative Picture Control
Accessorise and enhance your content
Ultimate Creative Control.
Capture your content the way it was meant to be seen with the Z 30’s signature Creative Picture Controls. Choose from 20 real-time filters that add emotion to your frame and eliminate the need for post-processing. Breathtaking looks include Pink, Morning, Melancholic, and Sunday.
Where Movement Meets The Moment.
Time, On Your Side.Enjoy up to 125 mins of continuous video. Eliminate the extra work of piecing together multiple short recordings and switch to long-form videos to save time and effort.
SnapBridge
Shoot remotely and admire the results via your smart phone's screen. Get your content online in an instant, directly from your camera. Or connect and transfer it straight to your device and share to your heart’s desire.
NX Studio
With Nikon’s signature post-production software, you can view, process and edit your stills and video anytime, anywhere. For free.
Webcam Utility
Free software that transforms your Z 30 into a portable livestreaming hub. Harness high-resolution video and amaze your followers with real-time content.
SPECIFICATIONS:
TYPE
Digital camera with support for interchangeable lenses
LENS MOUNT
Nikon Z mount
PICTURE ANGLE
APS-C Size / DX-Format
IMAGE SENSOR
SENSOR SIZE
23.5 mm x 15.7 mm
IMAGE SENSOR TYPE
CMOS
TOTAL PIXELS
21.51 million
DUST-REDUCTION SYSTEM
Image Dust Off reference data (NX Studio software required)
IMAGE AREA (PIXELS)
[DX (24x16)] selected for image area: (L) 5568 x 3712 (20.7 million) (M) 4176 x 2784 (11.6 million) (S) 2784 x 1856 (5.2 million) [1:1 (16x16)] selected for image area: (L) 3712 x 3712 (13.8 million) (M) 2784 x 2784 (7.8 million) (S) 1856 x 1856 (3.4 million) [16:9 (24x14)] selected for image area: (L) 5568 x 3128 (17.4 million) (M) 4176 x 2344 (9.8 million) (S) 2784 x 1560 (4.3 million)
EFFECTIVE PIXELS (MEGAPIXELS)
20.9 million
IMAGE SENSOR FORMAT
APS-C size/DX-format
FILE SYSTEM
FILE FORMAT STILL IMAGES
NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1:8), or basic (approx. 1:16) compression NEF (RAW)+JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
PICTURE CONTROL
Auto , Standard , Neutral , Vivid , Monochrome , Portrait , Landscape , Flat Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon); selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture Controls
FILE SYSTEM
DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31
STORAGE MEDIA
SD (Secure Digital) Memory card
CARD SLOT
Single Slot
VIEWFINDER
LENS COMPATIBILITY AT A GLANCE***
Z mount NIKKOR lenses F mount NIKKOR lenses (mount adapter required; restrictions may apply)
SHUTTER
SHUTTER TYPE
Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter; electronic front-curtain shutter; electronic shutter
FRAME ADVANCE RATE
Low-speed continuous: 1-4 fps High-speed continuous (extended): 5 fps High-speed continuous (extended): 11 fps
SHUTTER RELEASE MODES
Single frame Low-speed continuous High-speed continuous (extended) Self-timer
FLASH SYNC SPEED
Synchronizes with shutter at X=1/200 s or slower; supported with auto FP high-speed sync
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING OPTIONS
Low-speed continuous: 1-4 fps High-speed continuous (extended): 5 fps High-speed continuous (extended): 11 fps
SELF-TIMER
2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s
SLOWEST SHUTTER SPEED
30 sec
FASTEST SHUTTER SPEED
1/4000 sec
TOP CONTINUOUS SHOOTING SPEED AT FULL RESOLUTION
11 frames per second
EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE METERING
TTL metering using camera image sensor
EXPOSURE LOCK
Luminosity locked at detected value
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
Range: –5 to +5 EV, Increment: 1/3 step
METERING RANGE
-4 to +17 EV * Figures are for ISO 100 and f/2.0 lens at 20 °C/68 °F
METERING METHOD
Matrix metering Center-weighted metering: Weight of 75% given to 8 mm circle in center of frame; weighting can instead be based on average of entire frame Spot metering: Meters 3.5 mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point Highlight-weighted metering
SENSITIVITY
ISO SENSITIVITY
ISO 100 to 51200 in steps of 1/3 EV ; can also be set to approx. 1 EV above ISO 51200 (ISO 102400 equivalent) or to approx. 2 EV above ISO 51200 (ISO 204800 equivalent); auto ISO sensitivity control available
SINGLE-POINT AF MODE
Yes
ACTIVE D-LIGHTING
Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, and Off
HIGHEST EXPANDED ISO SENSITIVITY
204800
HIGHEST STANDARD ISO SENSITIVITY
51200
LOWEST STANDARD ISO SENSITIVITY
100
FOCUS / AUTOFOCUS
FOCUS POINT
209
X-SYNC SPEED
1/200 sec. synchronizes with shutter at 1/200 s or slower; Auto FP High-Speed sync supported
AF-AREA MODE
Pinpoint AF (photo mode only), single-point AF, dynamic-area AF (photo mode only), wide-area AF (S), wide-area AF (L), wide-area AF (L-people), wide-area AF (L-animals), auto-area AF, auto-area AF (people), auto-area AF (animals)
LENS SERVO
Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S), Continuous-servo AF (AF-C), AF mode auto-switch (AF-A; available only in photo mode), full-time AF (AF-F; available only in video mode), predictive focus tracking Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used
DETECTION RANGE
-4.5 to +19 EV * Without low-light AF: -3 to +19 EV * Measured in photo mode at ISO 100 and a temperature of 20 °C/68 °F using single-servo AF (AF-S) and a lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8
AUTOFOCUS SYSTEM
Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF
MAXIMUM AUTOFOCUS AREAS/POINTS
209
FEATURES
4K UHD, WiFi, Bluetooth
FLASH
FLASH COMPENSATION
-3 to +1 EV in steps of 1/3 EV available in modes P, S, A, and M
FLASH-READY INDICATOR
Lights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes as underexposure warning after flash is fired at full output
ACCESSORY SHOE
ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
FLASH CONTROL
TTL: i-TTL flash control; i-TTL balanced fill-flash is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash with spot metering
NIKON CREATIVE LIGHTING SYSTEM (CLS)
i-TTL flash control, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, FV lock, Color Information Communication, auto FP high-speed sync
WHITE BALANCE
WHITE BALANCE
Auto (3 types), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (3 types), flash, choose color temperature (2500 K–10,000 K), preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored), all with fine-tuning except choose color temperature
WHITE BALANCE BRACKETING
1
MOVIE
MOVIE
3840 x 2160 (4K UHD): 30p (progressive)/25p/24p 1920 x 1080: 120p/100p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p 1920 x 1080 slow-motion: 30p (x4)/25p (x4)/24p (x5) * Actual frame rates for 120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 119.88, 100, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively * Quality selection (normal/high) available at all sizes except 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080 120p/100p, and 1920 x 1080 slow-motion, when quality is fixed at high
MOVIE METERING
TTL metering using camera image sensor
MOVIE ACTIVE D-LIGHTING
Can be selected from: Same as photo settings Extra high High Normal Low Off
MOVIE ISO
M: Manual selection (ISO 100 to 25600; step size of 1/3 EV); auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600) available with selectable upper limit P, S, A: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600) with selectable upper limit Auto: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600)
MOVIE AUDIO
Built-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity adjustable
MOVIE AUDIO RECORDING FORMAT
Linear PCM , AAC
MOVIE VIDEO COMPRESSION
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
MOVIE FILE FORMAT
MOV , MP4
MOVIE MAXIMUM RECORDING TIME
125 minutes* *Recording may stop before 125 minutes, depending on battery life and camera’s internal temperature.
MONITOR
MONITOR SIZE
7.5-cm (3.0–in.) diagonal
MONITOR RESOLUTION
Approx. 1040 k-dot
MONITOR TYPE
Vari-angle TFT touch-sensitive LCD
MONITOR ANGLE OF VIEW
170° viewing angle, approximately 100% frame coverage
MONITOR ADJUSTMENTS/td>
11-level manual brightness controls
PLAYBACK
PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS
"Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images) Playback with Playback Zoom Playback Zoom Cropping Movie Playback Photo and/or Movie Slide Shows Histogram Display Highlights Photo Information Location Data Display Auto Image Rotation Picture Rating"
INTERFACE
INTERFACE
Type C USB connector (SuperSpeed USB) ; connection to built-in USB port is recommended ; Type D HDMI connector ; Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported)
WI-FI FUNCTIONALITY
Standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n Operating frequency: 2412 to 2462 MHz (channel 11) Maximum output power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz band: 4.5 dBm Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK
MENUS
SUPPORTED LANGUAGES
English The languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased
POWER
BATTERY / BATTERIES
One EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion battery
BATTERY CHARGER
EH-7P charging AC adapter (available separately)
MISCELLANEOUS
WEIGHT (G) (BODY ONLY)*1
Approx. 405 g ( 14.3 oz. ) with battery and memory card but without body cap; approx. 350 g/12.4 oz. (camera body only)
LENGTH X HEIGHT X WIDTH (MM) (BODY ONLY)*
Approx. 128 x 73.5 x 59.5 mm ( 5.1 x 2.9 x 2.4 in.)
TRIPOD SOCKET
0.635 cm (1/4 in., ISO 1222)
Capture your iconic moments.
Z fc fuses classic design with Z series technology. Small size with big image quality. 4K videos with full-time Eye-Detection AF. A flip out vlogger screen with live streaming capabilities. This is a camera you think you’ve seen before. But the performance is entirely new.
Classic. Tactile. Modern.Designed in the spirit of classic Nikon cameras.Precision carved aluminum dials with engraved markings.Mechanical controls for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation.Vari-angle vlogger screen that hides away when you’re not using it.
Available in twelve eye-catching colours.
In addition to the classic black, you can get the Z fc in one of twelve colours.
The tools of creativity.Cutting-edge Z series tech.
Quality that thrills. What sets the Z fc apart is the 20.9MP DX CMOS sensor paired with the EXPEED 6 engine and the light-gathering advantages of the wider Z mount. Together, they give you clean, professional looking videos and stills, even in low light.
It all starts with the Z mount.The Z fc is designed around Nikon’s revolutionary Z mount, the widest lens mount of any comparable camera system. A wider mount means more light, and more light means more of everything good—sharpness, contrast, accurate focus, low-light performance and image quality.
Freedom to compose. Take a moment and appreciate the world around you from fresh perspectives. The Z fc employs a 3.0-in Vari-angle monitor—the first in a Z series camera. Effortlessly shoot vertical shots from low angles.
Set your sights.The Z fc’s sensor is practically covered in focus points—87% coverage to be precise. That means wherever your subject is within the frame, a focus point is locked on. Compose the way you want.
Lock eyes. Nikon’s intelligent Eye-Detection AF for video and stills quickly locks onto eyes—humans, dogs or cats—and follows them. This is especially useful when you can’t be behind the camera, for first-person videos and selfies.
Get your shot.Whatever the light.ISO sensitivity goes all the way up to ISO 51,200 (expandable to ISO 204,800) with superb sharpness, detail and clarity. Create after hours and in less-than-ideal lighting.
Get creative.In camera.
Add uniqueness to your videos and stills with 20 Creative Picture Controls, all visible in real-time while you shoot through the viewfinder or Vari-angle display. Now, filters are part of the vision rather than an afterthought.
Video done right.
Comprehensive video, vlogging and streaming capabilities. Record 4K Ultra HD video at 30p, 25p or 24p full pixel readout with no cropping. Combined with NIKKOR Z lenses, you’ll maximize the sensor’s resolution and produce videos with lifelike depth and clarity.
The vlogger monitor you’ve been waiting for. The Z fc’s Vari-angle display can face forward for easier vlogging and first-person recording. This activates self-portrait mode, bringing key camera controls to the monitor so you can conveniently touch and tap adjustments.
Live streaming and web conferencing.Look your absolute best with the Z fc and a NIKKOR Z lens. Simply connect the camera to your computer with a USB Type-C cable (sold separately)—it provides power too—and compatible software like the free Nikon Webcam Utility. You’ll get sharpness, clarity and flattering depth of field unlike a typical webcam.
Autofocus. Automated. The whole time you’re recording, the autofocus system is working, making precise adjustments to keep your subject in sharp focus. This means you can be the one in front of the camera, even streaming live, with total confidence in your footage.
Add an external mic.Capture high quality sound in-camera using the Z fc’s built-in stereo mic or a dedicated third-party external mic. The 3.5mm stereo mini-pin jack provides plug-in power. Monitor your audio levels on-screen, including a clipping indicator, and make gain adjustments in real-time.
Capture your iconic moments.
Z fc fuses classic design with Z series technology. Small size with big image quality. 4K videos with full-time Eye-Detection AF. A flip out vlogger screen with live streaming capabilities. This is a camera you think you’ve seen before. But the performance is entirely new.
Classic. Tactile. Modern.Designed in the spirit of classic Nikon cameras.Precision carved aluminum dials with engraved markings.Mechanical controls for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation.Vari-angle vlogger screen that hides away when you’re not using it.
Available in twelve eye-catching colours.
In addition to the classic black, you can get the Z fc in one of twelve colours.
The tools of creativity.Cutting-edge Z series tech.
Quality that thrills. What sets the Z fc apart is the 20.9MP DX CMOS sensor paired with the EXPEED 6 engine and the light-gathering advantages of the wider Z mount. Together, they give you clean, professional looking videos and stills, even in low light.
It all starts with the Z mount.The Z fc is designed around Nikon’s revolutionary Z mount, the widest lens mount of any comparable camera system. A wider mount means more light, and more light means more of everything good—sharpness, contrast, accurate focus, low-light performance and image quality.
Freedom to compose. Take a moment and appreciate the world around you from fresh perspectives. The Z fc employs a 3.0-in Vari-angle monitor—the first in a Z series camera. Effortlessly shoot vertical shots from low angles.
Set your sights.The Z fc’s sensor is practically covered in focus points—87% coverage to be precise. That means wherever your subject is within the frame, a focus point is locked on. Compose the way you want.
Lock eyes. Nikon’s intelligent Eye-Detection AF for video and stills quickly locks onto eyes—humans, dogs or cats—and follows them. This is especially useful when you can’t be behind the camera, for first-person videos and selfies.
Get your shot.Whatever the light.ISO sensitivity goes all the way up to ISO 51,200 (expandable to ISO 204,800) with superb sharpness, detail and clarity. Create after hours and in less-than-ideal lighting.
Get creative.In camera.
Add uniqueness to your videos and stills with 20 Creative Picture Controls, all visible in real-time while you shoot through the viewfinder or Vari-angle display. Now, filters are part of the vision rather than an afterthought.
Video done right.
Comprehensive video, vlogging and streaming capabilities. Record 4K Ultra HD video at 30p, 25p or 24p full pixel readout with no cropping. Combined with NIKKOR Z lenses, you’ll maximize the sensor’s resolution and produce videos with lifelike depth and clarity.
The vlogger monitor you’ve been waiting for. The Z fc’s Vari-angle display can face forward for easier vlogging and first-person recording. This activates self-portrait mode, bringing key camera controls to the monitor so you can conveniently touch and tap adjustments.
Live streaming and web conferencing.Look your absolute best with the Z fc and a NIKKOR Z lens. Simply connect the camera to your computer with a USB Type-C cable (sold separately)—it provides power too—and compatible software like the free Nikon Webcam Utility. You’ll get sharpness, clarity and flattering depth of field unlike a typical webcam.
Autofocus. Automated. The whole time you’re recording, the autofocus system is working, making precise adjustments to keep your subject in sharp focus. This means you can be the one in front of the camera, even streaming live, with total confidence in your footage.
Add an external mic.Capture high quality sound in-camera using the Z fc’s built-in stereo mic or a dedicated third-party external mic. The 3.5mm stereo mini-pin jack provides plug-in power. Monitor your audio levels on-screen, including a clipping indicator, and make gain adjustments in real-time.