Nikon Zfc Review
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The Nikon Zfc is a mirrorless camera offering a 20.9MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 6 image processor. It is designed with a retro aesthetic, featuring physical controls that may appeal to users who prefer a tactile shooting experience. Its capabilities include UHD 4K video recording, a vari-angle touchscreen LCD, and a 209-point AF system.
The camera provides a native ISO range of 100 to 51,200 for stills, expandable to 204,800, and supports continuous shooting at up to 11 fps. For video, it captures UHD 4K at up to 29.97 fps. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2, alongside USB-C and Micro-HDMI ports.
Key features like its APS-C sensor, decent continuous shooting speed, and digital image stabilization position it as a capable option within the mirrorless segment for both photo and video capture.
- Retro-inspired design with physical command dials
- UHD 4K video recording capabilities
- Vari-angle touchscreen LCD for flexible shooting angles
- Up to 11 fps continuous shooting for moving subjects
- Wide native ISO range up to 51,200 for stills in various lighting
- Digital image stabilization only, not in-body sensor-shift
- Limited battery life at approximately 300 shots per charge
- Single SD card slot (UHS-I compatible only)
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Probably my choice for most fun camera of the year, the Nikon Zf is the spiritual successor to the Df DSLR and the big brother to the DX-format Zfc. It's a retro-themed full-frame camera using much of the Z6 II's internals with a stylized exterior reminiscent of a film-era FM2.
The Z fc delivers good image quality across a wide range of ISO settings, and the Nikon Z fc is Nikon’s latest mirrorless Z camera. While the Z fc is full of modern mirrorless technology, its style harkens back to Nikon’s film days.
It's better than the X-T30 II in nearly every way. Fujifilm's X-T50 is a big improvement over the X-T30 II, thanks to its higher resolution sensor, in-body stabilization and upgraded video capabilities. However, the high price makes it more difficult to recommend.
It might remind you of a vintage metal camera, but it’s all plastic.
After spending a few weeks with it, I’ll be blunt and say truthfully, that I both loved and hated the camera. As a man who collects old film systems and still drags them out whenever I’m feeling burnt out shooting digital, I was really excited to get hands-on with this vintage-looking camera.
Overall, the Nikon Zfc provides a fun user experience thanks to excellent ergonomics and control dials. As a package it's incredibly fun to shoot with and we recommend it.
This adapter from Megadap will be the first Sony E to Nikon Z adapter to support both full frame and APS-C Nikon Z-mount camera bodies, with full electronic lens control and autofocus performance.
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About this product
The Nikon Zfc is a DX-format mirrorless camera with a 20.9MP CMOS sensor and EXPEED 6 image processor, offering impressive image quality and fast performance. It supports UHD 4K video recording and features a retro-inspired design with physical controls. The camera also includes a vari-angle touchscreen LCD and a 209-point AF system.
Specs
- Battery
- 1x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.6 VDC, 1120 mAh (Included) • Approx. 300 Shots
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 4.2
- Audio I O
- 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
- Bit Depth
- 14-Bit
- Other I O
- 1x USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 (Data) Output (Shared with Power Input)
- Power I O
- 1x USB-C Input
- Video I O
- 1x Micro-HDMI Output
- Lens Mount
- Nikon Z
- Self Timer
- 2/5/10/20-Second Delay
- Aspect Ratio
- 1:1, 3:2, 16:9
- Capture Type
- Stills & Video
- Display Type
- Free-Angle Tilting 3" Touchscreen LCD
- Image Sensor
- APS-C
- Shutter Type
- Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
- White Balance
- 2500 to 10,000K Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
- Bulb Time Mode
- Bulb & Time Mode
- Exposure Modes
- Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
- Metering Range
- -4 to 17 EV
- Metering Method
- Center-Weighted Average, Matrix, Spot
- Max Video Output
- Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/25 fps
- Image File Format
- JPEG, Raw
- Built In Nd Filter
- No
- Interval Recording
- Yes
- Continuous Shooting
- Up to 11 fps at Maximum Resolution
- Image Stabilization
- Digital
- Max Recording Modes
- H.264/MOV/MP4 Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
- Exposure Compensation
- -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
- Internal Recording 4k
- 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
- Internal Recording Hd
- 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps
- Media Memory Card Slot
- Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
- Actual Sensor Resolution
- 21.51 Megapixel
- Iso Gain Sensitivity Photo
- Native in Auto Mode: 100 to 51,200 (100 to 204,800 Extended)
- Iso Gain Sensitivity Video
- Native: 100 to 25,600
- Effective Sensor Resolution
- 20.9 Megapixel (5568 x 3712)
- Sensor Crop 35mm Equivalent
- Crop Factor: 1.5x
- Shutter Speed Electronic Shutter
- 1/4000 to 15 Minutes
- Shutter Speed Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
- 1/4000 to 30 Seconds
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