Specifications
- Image Sensor SizeAPS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm)Effective Pixels20.9 megapixelsStandardized Video Resolution4K (2160p)
- Key Specs
- Image Sensor Size: APS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm)
- Effective Pixels: 20.9 megapixels (The actual number of pixels which make up the viewable image.)
- Standardized Video Resolution: 4K (2160p) (An approximated measurement of the product’s video resolution. This may not be the exact resolution of the product, which may be slightly more or less when using a pixel-by-pixel measurement.)
- General
- Brand: Nikon
- Model Number: 1749
- Product Name: Z 30 4K Mirrorless Camera with NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Lens
- Color: Black
- Digital Camera Type: Mirrorless Camera with Lens
- Imaging
- Image Sensor Type: CMOS (CCD and CMOS are the two main technologies used in image sensors. CCD, the older of the two types, turns analog light signals into digital pixels. This conversion happens without distortion, resulting in high-quality images. Newer CMOS sensors use transistors at each pixel to move electrical charges. CMOS sensors are typically less expensive, but also require more light to create distortion-free images.)
- Image Sensor Size: APS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm)
- Total Pixels: 21 megapixels (Generally, the more pixels, the higher the image resolution and the finer the detail that can be seen.)
- Digital Zoom: 1x (A digital zoom is accomplished electronically, with no adjustment of the camera's optics, and no optical resolution gained in the process. The existing data is not enhanced or added to, merely displayed at a lower resolution, thereby giving an illusion of an enlarged image.)
- In-Camera Image Stabilization: false (This feature helps reduce image blurring from camera motion. In-camera stabilization means the image sensor itself moves to counteract detected motion.)
- Low Light/High Sensitivity: true (High sensitivity digital imaging devices are designed to work in low light conditions to produce a high dynamic range image.)
- Image File Format(s): JPEG, RAW (Standardized software format(s) of storing digital images. The type of format chosen for capturing and compressing the image can determine quality, level of detail, and storage space required.)
- Focus
- Autofocus: true (Allows the camera to automatically focus through the lens, rather than by adjusting the lens manually.)
- Eye Autofocus (Eye AF): true (Automatically seeks out and focuses on the subject's eye and holds it as the camera and subject move and as the photographer shoots at high frame rates.)
- Number of Autofocus Points (Up To): 209
- Exposure Control
- Shutter Speeds: 1/4000 – 30 sec. (step of 1/3 EV), bulb, time (The length of time the shutter remains open when the shutter release is activated, expressed in fractions of seconds. The longer the shutter is open, the more light that is able to be captured by the camera sensor.)
- Minimum Aperture: f/6.3 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
- Maximum Aperture: f/3.5 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- Minimum ISO: 100 (ISO is the measurement of a camera image sensor's light sensitivity. When there is plenty of light, using the lowest ISO setting available will typically result in a higher quality image.)
- Maximum ISO: 51200 (ISO is the measurement of a camera image sensor's light sensitivity. In low-light environments, using a higher ISO setting helps to capture a sharp, bright image.)
- Maximum Expandable ISO: 204800 (ISO is the measurement of a camera image sensor's light sensitivity. Expandable ISO settings use software to simulate brighter images than the device's native ISO range is capable of capturing.)
- Brightness Control: true (Allows the camera to adjust the brightness of a captured image for optimal exposure.)
- Burst Mode: true (Also referred to as continuous shooting. This feature captures multiple shots in rapid succession.)
- Burst Rate: 11 frames per second
- Self Timer: true
- Self-Timer Delay: 2 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 20 seconds
- Shooting Modes: Auto, P: programmed auto with flexible program, S: shutter-priority auto, A: aperture-priority auto, M: manual, U1, U2 and U3: user settings modes (Exposure modes employed by the photographer to control the optimal aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and other settings for capturing specific subjects/scenes. Examples include Aperture-Priority, Macro, and Manual modes.)
- Panorama Mode: false
- White Balance Modes: 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 (Settings that calibrates how the color white is rendered in an image/video, reducing the appearance of unnatural contrasts caused by various light sources.)
- Effective Pixels: 20.9 megapixels (The actual number of pixels which make up the viewable image.)
- Lens
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Nikon Z
- Lens Type: Standard Zoom
- Minimum Focal Length: 16 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 50 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- In-Lens Image Stabilization: true (This feature helps reduce image blurring from camera motion. Lens stabilization means an element within the lens moves automatically to counteract detected motion.)
- Lens Series: Nikon Z (The product group that the lens belongs to, based on similar shared features.)
- Lens Model Number: 20084
- Flash
- Integrated Flash: false
- External Flash Mount: Hot Shoe (A cold shoe is a mounting point on top of a camera to securely attach a flash unit or other compatible accessories. A hot shoe is a cold shoe with an electrical connection that insures communication and synchronization between camera and accessory.)
- Display
- Display Type: TFT-LCD
- Screen Size: 3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: approx. 1040k-dot (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Varying Angle Screen: true (The camera's screen can be flipped out and adjusted to rotate, tilt, and/or swivel.)
- Video
- Standardized Video Resolution: 4K (2160p) (An approximated measurement of the product’s video resolution. This may not be the exact resolution of the product, which may be slightly more or less when using a pixel-by-pixel measurement.)
- Video Resolution(s) and Frame Rate(s): 4K (2160p) video recording (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, and the frame rate used to capture the video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen. The faster the frame rate the smoother the playback for higher motion activities like sports.)
- Slow Motion Recording: true
- HD Movie Mode Focus: Automatic
- Storage
- Number of Memory Card Slots: 1
- Compatibility
- Tripod/Monopod Mountable: true (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
- Socket Size: 1/4 in.
- Memory Card Compatibility: Secure Digital, Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) (The type of memory card(s) recommended for use with the product.)
- Remote Compatible: true
- Features
- Face Detection: true (A function that automatically detects human faces and then sets focus and appropriate exposure to capture them.)
- Integrated GPS: No
- Records Audio: true
- Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, WiFi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Output(s): USB, Micro HDMI Type D, 3.5mm audio
- Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- PictBridge Enabled: false (PictBridge allows digital cameras, camcorders and other image capture devices to connect and print directly to photo printers and other output devices without using a computer.)
- Power
- Rechargeable Battery: true
- AC Adapter Compatible: true (The device is able to be charged using an external power adapter which meets input and output voltages specified by the manufacturer.)
- Removable Battery: true
- Battery Model: EN-EL25 (The model number of the battery necessary for operation of the device.)
- Number of Batteries Required: 1
- Number of Images Per Charge: 330
- Included
- Number of Lenses Included: 1
- Camera Bag/Case Included: false
- Batteries Included: true (Indicates whether the product comes with the required batteries for its operation.)
- Memory Card Included: false (Indicates whether a memory card is included.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 2.34 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 2.89 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 5.01 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.77 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Camera Body Weight: 0.77 pounds
- Other
- UPC: 018208017492
Packed with the options that creators, vloggers and streamers want, the Z30 sports a flip-out touchscreen to keep you in front of the camera. Featuring 4K video that will help you stand out, fast, reliable autofocus, crystal clear audio, creative in-camera filters and convenient controls—all in a compact, lightweight package that will inspire your best work yet.
- NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR included: Perfect wide-angle zoom lens for both videos and photos. Built-in Vibration Reduction image stabilization minimizes the effects of camera shake, so you can use slower shutter speeds for sharper images
- 20.9 megapixels resolution delivers incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements: The CMOS sensor and Expeed 6 processing engine combine to produce high-resolution, low-noise photos even at speeds up to 51,200 ISO
- ISO 100 - 51,200 (expandable to 204,800) for crisp, clear photos even in ultralow light: Enhances shooting in varied and fast-changing lighting situations, including extremely low light.
- Never miss a shot with ultrafast 11 fps (frames per second): Shoots up to 11 fps, giving you the capability to capture fast-action shots with breathtaking clarity.
- 209-point autofocus system: Subjects are acquired quickly when they enter the frame and tracked throughout the frame, even to the far edges
- Capture spectacular movies in 4K Ultra-HD: Choice of frame rates includes 30p, 25p, 24p
- Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to instantly share your pictures: Install Nikon's SnapBridge app on a compatible phone or tablet for instant photo sharing, automatic backups, geotagging, and even remote camera triggering
- 3.0" touch and tilting TFT-LCD: 1040k-dot LCD monitor makes it easy to frame the shot and renders bright, crisp images, plus precise Live View and movie shooting
- EXPEED 6 image processor: The EXPEED 6 processing engine deliver faster image processing, more buffer capacity and more overall speed
- Worry free autofocus: Focus automatically repositions when you hold something up to the camera in Auto Area AF mode.
- Eye-detection autofocus: Maintains sharp focus on the eyes of people, dogs and cats even while tracking them
- Customizable touchscreen controls: Put your most-used video and photo contols in the i-Menu and simply tap the vari-angle screen to change them
- Over 2 hours video recording time: And the red REC lamp always lets you know that you’re recording video
- One universal USB Type C cable does it all: Provide constant power, charge your battery, stream footage and transfer photos and videos.
- Single memory card slot for storing or transferring data: Supports SD, SDHC and SDXC formats
Whats Included
- Nikon Z 30 with NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- EN-EL25 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- UC-E24 USB Cable
- AN-DC25 Strap
- BF-N1 Body Cap
- LC-46B Lens Cap (front cap)
- LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap)
Q: What type of lens comes with this camera?
A: It comes with a NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens, which is a versatile wide-angle zoom lens suitable for both photos and videos.
Q: Does this camera have a touchscreen?
A: Yes, the Nikon Z 30 has a 3.0" tilting touchscreen TFT-LCD.
Q: Does this camera have built-in image stabilization?
A: No, this camera does not have in-body image stabilization, but the included lens does.
Q: What is the maximum ISO sensitivity of this Nikon camera?
A: The maximum ISO sensitivity is 51,200, but it can be expanded to 204,800.
Q: How long can I record video with this camera?
A: You can record video for over 2 hours with this camera.
Q: Can I record videos in 4K with this camera?
A: Yes, this camera allows you to capture movies in 4K Ultra-HD resolution.
A: Hey Plasticsdoc! You'll definitely need the Nikon FTZ Converter. Your D5300 is an F-mount, and your Sigma lens is, too. The Z-30 uses Z-mount, so that lens will not attach without the converter. I went through this myself. I had a Nikon D7500 (F-mount) and I have two Sigma prime lenses. Wanted to go mirrorless, the D7500 is not unfortunately (great camera though). Got the converter so I could use those lenses on my Z-30. Works amazing! Auto-focus still functions as it would without the adapter. Quality is not compromised at all. In fact, my Z-30 with adapter and Sigma lenses gave me better quality than my D7500 in some cases. And a nugget of news for you, Sigma announced it will be releasing Z-mount lenses in 2023. So excited! Sigma makes great lenses and they're a bit cheaper than a number of its competitors for sure! One of the best decisions I've made. Buying the adapter meant I could use the lenses I already have (and not sell my soul to buy replacements...hahaha). So in my opinion, if you have lenses in your arsenal and you want to be able to use them on a new body, buying the adapter is worth the investment. Sorry for the essay, but I totally understand your question and wanted to chime in. Peace and blessings my friend, and best of luck as you're looking to upgrade!
Q: What other lenses are available for this camera?
A: Z lenses 24 28 40 26 all sharp and good.Comes with 14-50 3.5 - 5.0 Zoom that is really good lens
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| Camera Quality, Ease of use, Weight, Low Light Performance, Size | Price, Video quality, Easy to use, Compact, Vlogging | There were no pros for this product— | Camera Quality, Ease of use, Price, Weight, Battery Life |
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Customers value the Z 30 camera for its excellent video quality, compact size, and user-friendly interface. They appreciate the autofocus eye tracking feature and the versatility of the touch screen. However, some users have concerns about overheating and battery life, and a few mentioned that charging via USB-C is time-consuming.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great camera for photography, too!
I'm going to preface this by saying I'm reviewing this camera as one for photography, not videography as almost every review only talks about the video capabilities and not the photo capabilities. I am a beginner photographer, so I don't have much experience but I will give the most accurate review I can. What I like: 1. Autofocus. The autofocus is snappy, accurate, the eye tracking works well, very little focus hunting/breathing and a good depth of field with the kit lens. 2. UI, as someone new to cameras the UI was very intuitive and did not take that much getting used to which I appreciate. 3. Size and weight, this this is seriously small and light and very easy to carry around. Carried it around the city for a few hours using the neck strap and was very comfortable the whole time. 4. Picture quality, obviously its a camera and takes good pictures with very good color accuracy, sharpness, dynamic range, and depth of field. Much better than a smartphone camera in most instances, good in low light, good stabilization allowing slower shutter speeds to be used as well. 5. The screen, since there is no EVF you're gonna be using the screen the whole time. It's a good size, sharp, clear, color accurate, and can get very bright (10 different brightness levels.) Did not have any issues at night or in direct sunlight at the default brightness, thought you can change it to your liking. It's also touchscreen, which works very well and you can use it to autofocus or even take photos which is very convenient. Flips out with a good range of motion, too, for those hard to take shots. 6. Video/mic quality, I took a few test videos and autofocus in auto mode worked very well always keeping me in frame and properly exposed. Built in mic sounds very clear and very crisp. 7. USB-C charging, plug this into any usb-c PD charger and you're good to go. I have a MacBook and use the same charger for both which is especially convenient. Also supports data over USB-C for offloading files, and I believe the cable that comes with it (C-A) will support data transfer, however I use an SD card reader which also works just fine 8. Very nice tactile buttons and scroll wheels, changing aperture and shutter speed have their own wheels and ISO is changed by pressing a button and moving the shutter speed control wheel, which is very nice and convenient for fast shooting. What I don't like 1. No EVF, which as a new photographer I haven't used in the past and I also wear glasses which makes it harder to use however having the option is always nice. I've only missed it twice, where the sun hit the screen at such an angle that the shot was very hard to see. 2. The RAW codec used is not compatible in the native Finder app on my Mac (2020, M1) as of the time of this review (8/21/22) which means you can't preview RAW photos. The only way to view them is using a 3rd party app (Nikon's NX Studio works fine) and viewing them there or exporting them as JPEG from that same app. I think this can be fixed in the future but for now I will be shooting in JPEG. 3. No battery percent? This is a nitpick but not having battery percent and only having the three bars is very imprecise and annoying as I never know exactly how much charge I have. I really hope this is fixed with software but not holding my breath. 4. Another nitpick, but it can be mildly frustrating not being able to take photos without manually extending the lens first. Because it can fold down so small and flush, I don't mind too much but would be nice if it was automatic. And that's about it! For a first camera, I am very happy with it and it performs very well. I have camera samples attached and it takes some great pictures. I bought the Nikon Z 50-250 f4-6.3 lens to use for telephoto and that one works like a dream with this camera, nice and sharp and able to maintain sharpness even when cropping thanks to the 20mp sensor. TL;DR If not having a viewfinder doesn't bother you and you're looking for a good low-middle end camera don't discount this one just because it's more made for video. It takes fantastic photos and is easy, comfortable, and fun to use!
Posted by ahelpfulguy23
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Versatile for Photo & Video!!
I got this camera for photography and vlogging!! I love it so much!! It can overheat when filming 4K for around longer than 20 minutes, but maybe that's especially because I live in south Texas. The onboard mic picks up noise, but it is sufficient for vlogging if you speak clearly. The kit lens is amazing for this low price. I recommend leaving Vibration Reduction from the lens ON, but electronic vibration reduction is turned off on my camera because it looks odd. The camera does not have built in VR, but the lens it comes with does. I have my picture profile settings set to standard and not auto. Picture profile settings are different than your camera's exposure settings. Get a fast SD card. I recommend a 256GB high speed Sandisk. Doesn't have to be the fastest, but get a good one. I charge this camera using the Apple 20W wall charger paired with the Apple USB to USB charging wire. The camera's battery charges inside the camera, which i think is great! However the included USB A to USB C charging wire is insufficient and does not come with a wall adapter. This camera is a 10 out of 10 and for me beats anything at it's price range! Flippy screen is convenient and video quality is excellent. A game changer for me!
Posted by brandnaqua
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A Stellar performer for a low priced cameras
This camera stands out as a versatile, user-friendly camera that doesn't compromise on quality. If you're a beginner or a seasoned photographer, this camera adapts to your needs, delivering stunning results across various photography styles. It's a solid investment for anyone looking to capture the world through a lens of superior quality.
Posted by Brice