Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm and 50-250mm Lenses
Model: 1743
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Still Image Capture
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Monitor
Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD |
Resolution | 1,040,000 Dot |
Size | 3.0" |
Internal Video Capture
Audio Recording | LPCM Audio AAC Audio |
Recording Modes | H.264/MOV/MP4 UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p |
Recording Limit | Up to 125 Minutes |
Video System | NTSC/PAL |
Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
Interface
Wireless | 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi Bluetooth |
Power I/O | 1 x USB Type-C Input |
Other I/O | 1 x USB Type-C Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) |
Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body |
Video I/O | 1 x Micro-HDMI Output |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None |
Imaging
Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 21.51 Megapixel Effective: 20.8 Megapixel |
Sensor Type | 23.5 x 15.7 mm (APS-C) CMOS |
Crop Factor | 1.5x |
Image Stabilization | Digital (Video Only) |
Built-In ND Filter | None |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
General
Battery Type | 1 x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.6 VDC, 1120 mAh (Approx. 330 Shots) |
Weight | 12.3 oz / 350 g (Body Only) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5 x 2.9 x 2.3" / 128 x 73.5 x 59.5 mm |
Accessory Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount on Camera Body |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
Focus
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
Autofocus Points | Photo, Video Phase Detection: 209 |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -4.5 to +19 EV |
Flash
Flash Modes | First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Dedicated Flash System | iTTL |
Built-In Flash | No |
External Video Capture
IP Streaming | Yes |
External Recording Modes | HDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) up to 50p/59.94p |
Exposure Control
White Balance | 2500 to 10,000K Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 11 fps at 20.8 MP |
Metering Range | -4 to 17 EV |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Matrix, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
ISO Sensitivity | Photo 100 to 51,200 Video 100 to 25,600 |
Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode, Time Mode |
Shutter Speed | Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Seconds Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Seconds Electronic Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Seconds |
Shutter Type | Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter |
Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
Interval Recording | Yes |
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In essence, the Nikon Z30 is the Nikon Z50 without a viewfinder but with a vari-angle screen, a tally light, a new record button and the ability to record video for longer. By itself, the vari-angle screen could be enough to entice vloggers or would-be vloggers towards it rather than the Z50, but of...
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Excellent build quality, Vari-angle touch-screen, Nice image quality
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No viewfinder, 4K only up to 30p, Limited APS-C (DX) lens range
First introduced in June 2022 , Nikon Z30 is a 21.0MP Entry-Level Mirrorless camera with a APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm ) sized CMOS sensor, weather sealed body, Fully articulated touch screen and Nikon Z lens mount.
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Unlimited Video Recording (no 30min limit), Built-in Wireless (Wi-fi), Bluetooth Connectivity, Articulating Screen, 4K at 30fps and FHD at 120fps Video Recording, No crop on 4K Videos, Touch Screen, Face Detection Focusing, 21.0MP - High Resolution Sensor, 51.200 Max ISO, 209 Focus Points, 1.040k...
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No Sensor shift Image Stabilization, Low Battery Life: 330 shots
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The Z30 is available body-only for $709.95 or with the collapsible 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR lens for $849.95. A two-lens kit that adds the 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR takes the price to $1149.95.
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The Nikon Z30 is Nikon’s cheapest Z-series mirrorless camera. It drops the viewfinder in favour of vlogging fea...
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What’s welcome here is the usual Nikon attention to detail, responsive performance and robust construction, with access to a very wide, well-supported system of lenses and accessories, not only from Nikon but third party manufacturers too.
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Attention to detail, Responsive performance, Robust construction, Great ecosystem, Affordable, Easy to use
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Can get expensive with kits and extras, No eye-level viewfinder or integral flash, Pretty large
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With the compact camera market essentially dead due to smartphone cameras, traditional camera makers are switching up their game plan, targeting the likes of video bloggers, live streamers and content creators. As a result, the Nikon Z 30 interchangeable-lens mirrorless camera was born.
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Good for vlogging, Excellent still images, Superb video quality, Super responsive touchscreen display
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No headphone output, No in-body image stabilisation, No electronic viewfinder
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The Nikon Z30 is the third APS-C mirrorless camera after the Nikon Z50 and Nikon Z fc. All three cameras have a similar build quality and the same photo and video recording capabilities, but each comes with its own design flavor.
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Intuitive ergonomics, Very good value and decent kit options, 4K video with no crop, Reliable connectivity
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Still not enough lenses, Lacks image stabilization, No headphone jack
Tim Coleman reviews the Nikon Z30, or as Nikon like to call it, the Nikon Z 30. As Nikon's most affordable APS-C mirrorless camera to date, the Nikon Z30 is pitched for the YouTube generation. Will it satisfy self-shooters? Let's finds out.
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Comfortable grip, Vari-angle touch screen works a treat, USB-C connectivity, Good value
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No headphone jack, Lack of Nikkor Z 'DX' lenses, No in-body stabilisation, No viewfinder (or optional one)
I am a content creator on Tik Tok & have loved how easy and efficient the Nikon Z30 is! It is so important that I am pumping out content fast! The camera actually allows you to send photos & videos straight to your phone with the SnapBridge App!! I would recommend!
I just started working with this camera and I'm already so impressed! All the functions you will ever need, amazing slow Mo FPS , filtering etc. and so easy to use. Also light weight and just a lot of fun overall. Especially love the view monitor that you can flip around for self videoing etc.
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Lightweight, comfortable, and full of every function you can imagine.
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Can't think of any cons
- 20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
- UHD 4K30p and Full HD 120p Video
- Live Stream at 60p, In-Camera Time-Lapse
- Vlogging-Optimized Design
- Hybrid AF with Eye and Face Detection
- 3" 1.04m-Dot Free-Angle Touchscreen LCD
- ISO 100-51200, Up to 11 fps Shooting
- Built-In Stereo Mic, Ext. Mic Compatible
- NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Lens
- NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR Lens
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- Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Lens (Black)
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR Lens