Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera Body

Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera Body Summary

Packed with features for creators of all kinds, the compact Nikon Z30 mirrorless camera body helps make the best content ever, from photos and videos to vlogging and live streaming. It joins the Nikon mirrorless camera range with a 20.9 megapixel crop format (DX) CMOS sensor and 3-inch vari-angle flip-out screen, which has an automatic self-portrait mode when it’s facing you.

Capture beautiful 4K UHD videos in 30p and slow motion Full HD 120p using the full sensor width, as well as timelapse movies and other engaging content for your audience. The Z30 comes with a USB-C cable which can deliver constant power for live streaming or vlogging and you can upload and share your content from anywhere with an internet connection, using Nikon’s SnapBridge app.

With easy auto and more advanced manual modes you can easily shoot amazing photos and videos, both during the day and at night, thanks to the hybrid camera’s high ISO capabilities. Advanced features such as subject detection AF helps to keep your subjects pin sharp wherever they move in the frame and has the ability to recognise and track the human eye and animals. Fast burst frame rates of up to 11fps with full AF/AE also ensures you’ll be able to keep up with fast moving action and never miss a moment.

Key Features

• 20.9 megapixel CMOS sensor APS-C format (DX)
• Record up to 125 minutes of 4K UHD 30p, Full HD 120p movies using the full sensor width
• Fast and accurate photo and video autofocus with Eye and Animal-Detection AF
• Constant power with included USB-C cable for live streams and vlogging
• Fast burst shooting up to 11fps with full AF/AE
• Auto and manual modes with great results
• Built-in stereo mics and external microphone socket
• Shoot day or night with high ISO 25,600 for video and ISO 51,200 for photos
• Top record button, front red recording light and red LCD border when recording
• WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity
• Remote control and wireless transfer with Nikon SnapBridge app
• Use any Nikon mirrorless lens or add an FTZ adapter and use F-mount DSLR lenses

Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera Body in More Detail

Advanced Nikon imaging power

With decades of experience and millions of users worldwide, Nikon has created a highly competent hybrid camera for newcomers and those familiar with shooting photos and videos. The Z30 is a massive step-up from a smartphone, capable of capturing beautiful videos and stills to impress any audience, boasting a crop format (DX) CMOS sensor with around 20.9 megapixels. This makes sure  your images and videos are next-level with more light gathered and great low light performance.

You can create content day or night with the Z30 thanks to high ISO capabilities of ISO 25,600 for video and ISO 51,200 for photos and the base ISO 100 delivers crisp, clean images in bright settings.

Unmissable video performance

Using the full width of the camera sensor, the Z30 records up to 125 minutes of uninterrupted high quality 4K 30p movies or high speed 120p Full HD for slow motion effects. You can also shoot timelapse and other content, while seeing 100% field of view for easy subject framing. You can create footage with clarity and excellent depth of field for top-class vlogging and streaming.

Powerful features for content creators

Everything content creators need is packed into the compact 405g camera body, which has a deeper ergonomic grip for comfortable handholding. Record audio with built-in stereo microphones or add your favourite external camera mic, like the super lightweight Rode VideoMic GO.

If you livestream to your audience, Nikon includes their free live stream software and the camera can be powered with the USB cable for uninterrupted power while vlogging and streaming.

For selfie content, high and low angles the Z30 includes a 3-inch vari-angle touchscreen monitor which has a clean interface and intuitive controls. Self portrait mode is automatically activated when the LCD is turned forwards, after which the screen becomes uncluttered for a clear view to frame yourself. Settings can be saved separately for stills and video too, with easy switching between different content types.

A deep grip and Nikon’s eVR (electronic vibration reduction) help to keep movies looking smooth and steady even when you run and gun. To make sure creators know when the camera is recording there’s a red border and red light confirmation, while the movie record button on top of the camera is always to hand.

Advanced Autofocus

Nikon’s advanced subject detection AF features human eye and animal (cats and dogs) subject detection which helps you to get sharp focus on your subjects, wherever they move in the frame. The camera will track them as they move around and get pin sharp results letting you concentrate on being creative. Video AF employs full-time AF to stay locked on your subject no matter what they do.

Perfect for photography

When you capture photos you can use advanced AF and shoot with a wide range of ISOs in almost any lighting, and shoot using auto modes for perfect exposures, or manual mode when you want. Capture brilliant shots of fast moving action too, with continuous shooting speeds of up to 11fps with full AF/AE.

WiFi And Bluetooth sharing

Share your content from virtually anywhere with WiFi And Bluetooth connectivity using Nikon’s free SnapBridge app or the included Nikon software for live streaming. The app also lets you control the camera remotely, opening up new creative possibilities for engaging content.

Huge choice of lenses

The mirrorless Z mount on the Z30 allows the camera to accept any Nikon mirrorless lens, including DX models like the stabilised Z DX 16-50mm F/3.56.3 VR lens or full-frame (FX) lenses. You can also shoot with Nikon F mount DSLR lenses by using the FTZ Mark II lens mount adapter, opening up a huge range of choices for any type of content.

What’s in the box

• Nikon Z30 APS-C format mirrorless camera body
• Nikon EN-EL25 rechargeable battery
• Strap AN-DC25
• USB Cable UC-E24
• Body cap BF-N1