The Z fc combines classic Nikon camera design with innovative Z-series technology for outstanding image quality and pure, unadulterated style. From stills to movies to vlogs. The rugged yet lightweight DX-format mirrorless camera lets you take creativity to a whole new level and create truly legendary images.
The Z fc is inspired by the famous Nikon FM2 analog SLR camera. Authentic details have been meticulously recreated, from the surface texture of the body to the classic Nikon logo engraved on the pentaprism viewfinder. Experience superb sharpness, detail and clarity day and night thanks to the Z mount and DX-format sensor with 20.9 megapixels and wide ISO latitude from ISO 100 to 51,200. The smooth and fast autofocus system keeps pace even at frame rates up to 11fps.
Continuous shooting mode | 11 FPS |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Aperture | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Image sensor format | DX |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Item number | 16176537 |
Colour | Silver |
Exact colour description | Grey, Silver |
Material group | Glass, Metal, Plastic |
Scene mode | Landscape, Portrait |
Scope of application | General application |
Country code | CH |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | Hot shoe |
White balance | Automatic, Cloudy, Flash, Fluorescent, Glowing, Manual, Sunny, umbra |
Exposure type | Aperture priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual |
Exposure compensation | ± 3EV in 1/3 steps |
Bayonet lens mount | Nikon Z |
Closure type | Electric |
Self-timer delay | 10 s, 2 s, 20 s, 5 s |
Flash modes | Flash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronisation |
Connection | 1/4" |
Image sensor resolution | 20.90 Mpx |
Image resolution | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Image sensor type | CMOS |
Image sensor format | DX |
Image sensor size | 23.5 x 15.7 mm |
Crop factor | 1.50 |
Supported page ratios | 1:1, 16:9 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 100 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 204800 |
Min. aperture opening | f/22 |
Max. aperture | f/3.5 |
Aperture | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Focal length | 16 - 50 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 16 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 50 mm |
Optical zoom | 0.20 x |
Lens equipment | Image stabilisation, Internal focusing, Zoom function |
Filter thread | 46 mm |
Min. aperture opening | f/32 |
Max. aperture | f/4.5 |
Aperture | f/32 - 4.5 |
Focal length | 50 - 250 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 50 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 250 mm |
Optical zoom | 0.23 x |
Filter thread | 62 mm |
Lens equipment | Image stabilisation |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Panel technology | TFT |
Resolution | 1040000 Pixels |
Display functions | Fold-out, Touch screen |
Viewfinder type | Electric |
Viewfinder resolution | 2360000 Pixels |
Coverage | 100 % |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Minimum focus distance | 2.40 cm |
Autofocus type | Hybrid |
Autofocus areas | 209 x |
Shutter speed | 30 - 1/4000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 30 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/4000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 11 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | 4K |
Max. frame rate | 4K (30fps), Full HD (120fps) |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Number of storage compartments | 1 |
Image file formats | JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | mov, mp4 |
Waterproof | 0 m |
Connections | 3.5mm jack, Micro HDMI (Type D), USB-C |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Country of origin | Thailand |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Nikon fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 1 Camera, Z fc + 16-50 VR + 50-250 VR-kit |
Width | 134.50 mm |
Length | 43.50 mm |
Height | 93.50 mm |
Weight | 390 g |
Length | 40 cm |
Width | 22 cm |
Height | 15 cm |
Weight | 2.33 kg |
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