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Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Lens

BH #NIZ301650 • MFR #1749
Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Lens
Key Features
  • 20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
  • UHD 4K30p and Full HD 120p Video
  • Live Stream at 60p, In-Camera Time-Lapse
  • Vlogging-Optimized Design
Bundling the purpose-built mirrorless body with a versatile zoom, the Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Lens pairs the sleek DX-format camera with the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR zoom lens.
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Nikon Z30 Overview

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Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera
Z30: Creator Ready
Compact, connected, and designed for creators, the Nikon Z30 is a purpose-built mirrorless camera optimized for vloggers and live streamers. Pairing Nikon's noteworthy image quality, 4K video recording, and a large 20.9MP DX-format sensor with a specialized feature-set and design, the Z30 is designed to elevate your content and tag along on your everyday adventures.
4K Video Recording and Sensor Design
Video and Streaming
At the heart of the camera is a DX-format 20.9MP CMOS sensor, which benefits not only video production needs but also makes the Z30 a highly capable stills camera, too.
  • UHD 4K recording up to 30p is supported for crisp, high-resolution video needs. Full HD 120p recording is available, too, for slow-motion playback.
  • Continuous recording for up to 2 hours 15 minutes is possible for documenting events or any other situation that requires longer continuous takes.
  • Live streaming is possible at up to Full HD 60p or 4K 30p, and the Z30 is compatible with a variety of web conferencing apps, meaning it can easily function as a high-quality webcam, too.
  • For longer takes, streaming, and other instances where you need constant power, the Z30 can be powered via the USB Type-C port.
Photo Capabilities
  • Versatile 20.9MP resolution suits stills needs, too, and means the Z30 is a perfect tool for capturing stills during productions or for photographing higher-resolution thumbnails and promotional images.
  • The large DX-format sensor benefits working in low-light conditions by producing imagery with low noise, high clarity, and a useful sensitivity range from ISO 100-51200, or up to ISO 25600 when recording video.
  • For photographing fast-moving action, a top continuous shooting speed up to 11 fps is available.
  • Merging stills and video, in-camera time-lapse production is possible.
  • Built-in presets and filters can also be used to refine your photos and videos straight from the camera.
Vlogging Essentials
Purpose-built for vlogging and content creation, the Z30 incorporates a series of physical touches and operational functions perfect for creators:
  • Compact body design incorporates a 3.0" 1.04m-dot free-angle LCD screen. This positionable screen can face forward for accurate selfie compositions and can close inward to protect the screen from scratches and fingerprints when not in use.
  • Selfie-style controls permit changing the focus position and exposure, as well as setting the self-timer, via the touchscreen when the screen is facing forward.
  • Front red tally lamp clearly indicates when the camera is recording.
  • Special attention is given to audio recording with the inclusion of a top stereo microphone along with the inclusion of a 3.5mm external microphone port for working with an optional mic. Also, there is an optional dedicated Wind Muff to cut wind noise and improve quality when using the onboard mic.
  • Steady your handheld videos using the digital e-VR image stabilization, which helps to reduce unwanted wobbles and shakes while recording.
Fast, Reliable Autofocus
Hybrid autofocus system uses both phase-detection and contrast-detection methods to quickly and accurately acquire focus for both stills and video applications.
  • Eye Detection AF uses facial recognition to help lock focus onto subjects' eyes.
  • Face and eye tracking can recognize people, dogs, and cats, and can lock onto these subjects and track focus as they move around the scene.
  • Ideal for product close-ups, the AF system quickly and naturally shifts focus as you hold something up to the camera and then re-shifts focus to the subject as the product is moved away.
Connectivity and Operation
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth compatibility work with the Snapbridge app for mobile devices, enabling remote camera control as well as wireless transferring of photos and videos to your smartphone or tablet.
  • Intuitive design includes a '?' button to provide a clear explanation of all camera settings, there is a dedicated Auto mode for times when you'd rather the camera optimize the shooting settings, and there's a customizable 'i' menu for quick access to your essential settings.
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Lens (Black)

Compact and versatile, the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR is a 24-75mm-equivalent zoom designed for DX-format Z-mount mirrorless cameras. Covering a wide-angle to portrait-length zoom range, this lens is well-suited to everyday shooting situations. Its optical design incorporates aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements, which help to reduce a variety of aberrations for sharper, clearer image quality throughout the zoom range. A Super Integrated Coating has also been applied to minimize ghosting and flare for increased contrast and color accuracy in bright and backlit conditions.

The lens's flexible focal length range is complemented by Vibration Reduction image stabilization, which minimizes the appearance of camera shake by up to 4.5 stops for sharper handheld shooting. A stepping motor provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override to suit both stills and video applications. Also, a programmable control ring can be set for intuitive adjustment over a variety of camera and exposure settings.

Standard zoom is designed for DX-format Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras and provides a 24-75mm equivalent focal length range.
One extra-low dispersion element reduces color fringing and chromatic aberrations for improved clarity and color accuracy.
Four aspherical elements minimize spherical aberrations and distortion throughout the zoom range for greater sharpness and accurate rendering.
Super Integrated Coating suppresses flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
Stepping motor delivers impressively smooth, quiet, and fast autofocus performance that is well-suited to both stills and video applications. Full-time manual focus override is also possible and an internal focusing design is used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, to maintain the overall length of the lens during use and to promote faster focusing speeds.
Vibration Reduction image stabilization minimizes the appearance of camera shake by up to 4.5 stops for sharper handheld shooting.
Programmable Control Ring is, by default, set to adjust manual focus but can also be used to control aperture or exposure compensation.
Specialized electromagnetic aperture mechanism provides greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with fast continuous shooting rates.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field techniques.
UPC: 018208200849

Nikon Z30Specs

Key Specs
Lens Mount
Nikon Z
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 21.51 Megapixel
Effective: 20.8 Megapixel (5568 x 3712)
Image Sensor
23.5 x 15.7 mm (APS-C) CMOS
Image Stabilization
Digital (Video Only)
ISO Sensitivity Range
Photo
100 to 51,200
Video
100 to 25,600
Internal Recording Modes
H.264/MOV/MP4
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps
External Recording Modes
HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080p up to 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Video I/O
1x Micro-HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Other I/O
1x USB-C Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
Wireless
2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2
Display Type
Articulating Touchscreen LCD
Battery Type
1x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.6 VDC, 1120 mAh (Approx. 330 Shots)
Imaging
Lens Mount
Nikon Z
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 21.51 Megapixel
Effective: 20.8 Megapixel (5568 x 3712)
Image Sensor
23.5 x 15.7 mm (APS-C) CMOS
Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)
Crop Factor: 1.5x
*Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video Modes
Image Stabilization
Digital (Video Only)
Built-In ND Filter
No
Capture Type
Stills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter Type
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter 
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
Bulb/Time Mode
Bulb & Time Mode
ISO Sensitivity Range
Photo
100 to 51,200
Video
100 to 25,600
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Matrix, Spot
Exposure Modes
Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation
-5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Metering Range
-4 to 17 EV
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 Maximum Resolution
Interval Recording
Yes
Self-Timer
2/10-Second Delay
Still Image Capture
Aspect Ratio
1:1, 3:2, 16:9
Image File Format
JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth
14-Bit
Video Capture
Internal Recording Modes
H.264/MOV/MP4
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps
External Recording Modes
HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080p up to 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Slow-Motion Only
Recording Limit
No
IP Streaming
Yes
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
LPCM Audio
AAC Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Video I/O
1x Micro-HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Other I/O
1x USB-C Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
Wireless
2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: SnapBridge
Functionality: Access Stored Files, Firmware Update, Remote Control
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
GPS
*Via Connected Smartphone
Monitor
Display Size
3.0"
Resolution
1,040,000 Dot
Display Type
Articulating Touchscreen LCD
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
Built-In Flash/Light
No
Flash Modes
First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
Maximum Sync Speed
1/200 Second
Dedicated Flash System
iTTL
External Flash Connection
Shoe Mount
General
Battery Type
1x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.6 VDC, 1120 mAh (Approx. 330 Shots)
Shoe Mount
1x Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread
1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5 x 2.9 x 2.3" / 128 x 73.5 x 59.5 mm
Weight
12.3 oz / 350 g (Body Only)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.76 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.7 x 7.4 x 5.1"

Nikon Z30Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
16 to 50mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 75mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5 to 6.3
Lens Mount
Nikon Z
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
46 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5 to 6.3
Minimum Aperture
f/16
Lens Mount
Nikon Z
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
83° to 31° 30'
Minimum Focus Distance
7.87" / 20 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.2x
Optical Design
9 Elements in 7 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
46 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.76 x 1.26" / 70 x 32 mm
Length at Maximum Extension
2.36" / 60 mm
Weight
4.76 oz / 135 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.635 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.9 x 4.9 x 4"

Nikon Z30 Reviews

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Is the 4K mode cropped like with the Sony ZV-E10?

Is the 4K mode cropped like with the Sony ZV-E10?
Asked by: Jason
No, in Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera BH #NIZ30 • MFR #1737 you can record 4K UHD/30p without crop.
Answered by: Samik G
Date published: 2023-05-05

Does the z30 menu have chinese?

Does the z30 menu have chinese?
Asked by: Jun
No, Nikon Z30 U.S models offer the following languages English, French, Spanish and Portuguese.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2023-04-23

Will lenses (kit) from my D3300 (with motor) fit ...

Will lenses (kit) from my D3300 (with motor) fit Z30 ?
Asked by: Tomasz
You would need to use an FTZ adaptor.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2023-06-30

Is the Z30 compatible with V90 SDXC cards?

Is the Z30 compatible with V90 SDXC cards?
Asked by: Erik
Unfortunately no. The Nikon Z30 is only compatible with UHS-I cards. The V90 cards are UHS-II.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2022-09-07

It says that you can live stream and record ...

It says that you can live stream and record simultaneously using USB, but what about streaming and recording using the HDMI out?
Asked by: Jeff
No, the HDMI out turns off internal video recording on the Z30.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2023-05-07

Does it have photography scenes? Panoramic mode?

Does it have photography scenes? Panoramic mode?
Asked by: Jackie
Based on currently available information of the new Nikon Z30, it does not have scene modes or a panoramic mode.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2022-07-17

does the nikon z-30 camera have a low pass filter ...

does the nikon z-30 camera have a low pass filter in front of the sensor?
Asked by: Mike
The Nikon Z30 Mirrorless Camera does not have a low pass filter.
Answered by: Marvin C
Date published: 2023-11-08

Why no mention of megapixels?

Why no mention of megapixels?
Asked by: Photographer
The Nikon Z30 mirrorless digital camera has a 20.9 megapixel DX CMOS sensor.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2023-05-05
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