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Nikon Zfc Mirrorless Camera (Silver)

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Nikon Zfc Mirrorless Camera (Silver)
Key Features
  • 20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
  • EXPEED 6 Image Processor
  • UHD 4K and Full HD Video Recording
  • 2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
Blending classic looks with modern performance, the Nikon Zfc checks off all the boxes on a content creator's wish list: stylish and sleek retro design, impressive image quality with the Z mirrorless system flexibility, and it's optimized for vlogging and video applications.
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Nikon Zfc Overview

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Blending classic looks with modern performance, the Nikon Zfc checks off all the boxes on a content creator's wish list: stylish and sleek retro design, impressive image quality with the Z mirrorless system flexibility, and it's optimized for vlogging and video applications.

The Zfc is a DX-format mirrorless camera sporting a 20.9MP CMOS sensor, which pairs with EXPEED 6 image processing to realize quick shooting performance up to 11 fps, UHD 4K video recording at 30p, and sensitivity up to ISO 51200. Despite its classic looks, this camera is updated for contemporary content creation and features a fully articulating touchscreen LCD, supports live streaming, is compatible with external microphones, and has an advanced 209-point AF system with full-time subject tracking and eye-detection AF.

Focusing on the physical design, the Zfc stands out as a clear reference to Nikon's classic SLR film camera heritage, and features several familiar physical controls on the body, including dedicated dials to adjust ISO, shutter speed, and exposure compensation. The body also features a 2.36m-dot OLED EVF and supports SnapBridge wireless connectivity for pairing with a mobile device for remote camera control. Also benefitting on-location shoots and longer takes, the Zfc also supports in-camera battery charging and on-the-go power via the USB C port.

20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor and EXPEED 6 Image Processor
The DX-format 20.9MP CMOS sensor is paired with the EXPEED 6 image processor to provide a versatile mixture of high sensitivity, nuanced image quality, and fast overall performance. At native values, a sensitivity range from ISO 100-51200 permits working in a broad array of lighting conditions, and can be further expanded up to ISO 204800 for extreme low-light conditions. The mixture of resolution and sensor size also contributes to clean image quality and smooth color transitions with reduced noise throughout the sensitivity range. In addition to benefitting image quality, the EXPEED 6 processor also affords a wealth of speed throughout the camera system, including a top full-resolution continuous shooting rate of 11 fps.

Besides imaging, the sensor's design also incorporates a 209-point hybrid autofocus system, which uses both phase-detection and contrast-detection methods to quickly and accurately acquire focus for both stills and video applications. This focusing system also supports Eye Detection AF, which uses facial recognition to help lock focus onto subjects' eyes.
UHD 4K Video Recording
Capable of recording more than just stills, the Zfc supports UHD 4K video recording at up to 30 fps and Full HD recording at up to 120 fps, for slow-motion effects, along with the ability to save movie files to the in-camera memory card. In-camera time-lapse shooting is also possible.
Heritage Design with Intuitive Functions
Precision carved aluminum dials with engraved markings and mechanical controls for shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation. Intuitive functions also enable easy access to auto mode, quick settings, and the menu help guide.
Body Design and Connectivity
  • A large 3" 1.04m-dot LCD screen is available for bright, clear, and vivid image playback and live view shooting. The screen has a vari-angle design, which benefits front-facing selfie captures, and it is also a touchscreen for more intuitive operation, navigation, and settings control.
  • A 2.36m-dot electronic finder is present for comfortable eye-level viewing. It has a 1.02x magnification and uses NIKKOR optics to guarantee a sharp, clear image.
  • A robust magnesium alloy chassis is both dust- and weather-resistant to benefit working in harsh climates and inclement conditions.
  • Built-in SnapBridge connectivity to enable seamless transfer of low-resolution imagery as well as remote shooting capabilities. BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) and Wi-Fi enables communication between the camera and a smart device and, additionally, the mobile device can remotely trigger the shutter and display a live view image from the camera to enable working from a distance.
  • Live streaming and web conferencing via separately purchased USB Type-C cable.
  • 3.5mm stereo mini-pin jack provides plug-in power
  • Included EN-EL25 rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides approximately 300 shots per charge.
  • Compatible with NIKKOR Z lenses as well as F-mount lenses using the separately purchased FTZ Mount Adapter.
UPC: 018208016716

Nikon Zfc Specs

Key Specs
Lens Mount
Nikon Z
Effective Sensor Resolution
20.9 Megapixel (5568 x 3712)
Image Sensor
APS-C
Image Stabilization
Digital
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Photo
Native in Auto Mode: 100 to 51,200 (100 to 204,800 Extended)
Video
Native: 100 to 25,600
Max Recording Modes
H.264/MOV/MP4
Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
Max Video Output
Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/25 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 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 (Data) Output (Shared with Power Input)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 4.2
Display Type
Free-Angle Tilting 3" Touchscreen LCD
Battery
1x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.6 VDC, 1120 mAh (Included)
 • Approx. 300 Shots
Imaging
Lens Mount
Nikon Z
Effective Sensor Resolution
Effective: 20.9 Megapixel (5568 x 3712)
Actual: 21.51 Megapixel
Image Sensor
23.5 x 15.7 mm (APS-C) CMOS
Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)
Crop Factor: 1.5x
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
Electronic Shutter
1/4000 to 15 Minutes
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
1/4000 to 30 Seconds
Bulb/Time Mode
Bulb & Time Mode
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Photo
Native in Auto Mode: 100 to 51,200 (100 to 204,800 Extended)
Video
Native: 100 to 25,600
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Matrix, Spot
Exposure Modes
Aperture Priority, 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, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
Continuous Shooting
Up to 11 fps at Maximum Resolution
Interval Recording
Yes
Self-Timer
2/5/10/20-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
H.264/MOV/MP4
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps
Video Output

3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Slow-Motion Only
Recording Limit
30-Minute Maximum
IP Streaming
No
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
MOV: LPCM Audio
MP4: AAC Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Internal Storage
No
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 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 (Data) Output (Shared with Power Input)
Wireless
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 Type
Free-Angle Tilting 3" Touchscreen LCD
Resolution
1,040,000 Dot
Viewfinder
Type
Electronic (OLED)
Size
0.39"
Resolution
2,360,000 Dot
Eye Point
20 mm
Coverage
100%
Magnification
Approx. 1.02x
Diopter Adjustment
-3 to +3
Focus
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus Points
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
Flash Compensation
-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System
TTL
Non-Shoe Flash Connection
No
General
Battery
1x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.6 VDC, 1120 mAh (Included)
 • Approx. 300 Shots
Shoe Mount
1x Hot Shoe
Tripod Mount
1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Materials
Magnesium Alloy
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.3 x 3.7 x 1.8" / 13.5 x 9.4 x 4.6 cm
Weight
13.8 oz / 390 g (Body Only)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.1 x 7.3 x 4.6"

Nikon Zfc Reviews

Very cool little camera. Nice hybrid of traditional and modern UI.

By Alex
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-05-09

I bought the Zfc as a gift for my daughter as she had progressed in her photography beyond what her phone could do. The traditional UI with dials is clearly slower/less efficient than the modern interface but I also think it is more intuitive for a beginner. Add to that the cool factor - the camera just looks really great, almost exactly like an old Nikon film camera. It is light and compact. Picture quality is great.

Instantly a favorite.

By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-02-12

Last summer I bought a Nikon Z8/Z 24-120 S kit from B&H. I added a Z 14-30 S, a Z 50 S, and a Z 100-400 S to the order also. It was a “once in a lifetime” purchase going from decades of Nikon F equipment to a Z system. The Z8 and the Z lenses are incredible and there is absolutely nothing to dislike about that outfit except for the weight. Shortly after that purchase I loaded it all, along with a carbon fiber tripod, a flash, and a laptop into a bag for our annual trip to the lake. That was in September and my arm still hurts from the strain of lifting that stuff into and out of the airliner’s overhead storage. When we got home, I decided to get a light weight Zfc as walk around and casual travel camera. I got the Zfc/Z 16-50mm DX kit from B&H. I am truly impressed with both the camera and the lens. In reviews people complained about the lack of shooting and custom menu memory banks, light unsubstantial feeling build quality, and control knob lock buttons. Nonsense! The “i” menu provides instant access to the functions that you may need to change quickly and setting the FN button to bring up the “MY MENU” page for menu options you use regularly makes for fairly fast and easy adjustments. The build quality is superb; it is light weight but solid. Is there some plastic used? Of course, but there is more external metal surface on the Zfc than on the Z8 or most other digital cameras today. The control knob lock buttons are a non-issue. Even with its excellent manual controls most users will seldom use them. They will seldom get past PAS, auto ISO, and control wheels for shutter and aperture. And those that do, like myself, will probably have no problem with them because we’ve used similar locks on film camera controls. I have not had an ASP-C camera since my D-200, and then, I always used full frame (FX) lenses to avoid lens edge issues. The Z 16-50 is the first DX lens I have ever owned, and I have been very impressed; any lens edge issues (distortion, vignetting, etc.) are corrected in-camera. And with the Zfc’s excellent noise reduction systems you can just let Auto ISO have its way with very little concern. The camera takes great, perfectly sharp photos with all of those wonderful attributes one expects from Nikon cameras and lenses. In fact, I just received a Z 50-250 DX lens to compliment my Zfc system. If is simply fantastic, and I highly recommend getting one as a partner for the Z 16-50 DX. An issue that has been rightfully reviewed is that the life of the EN-EL25 battery that comes with the camera is somewhat shorter than ideal. So, I highly recommend getting a second battery. Though, get the newer EN-EL25a, it has a longer life than the original EN-EL25 (1250mAh vs. 1120mAh). I have both, and the difference is noticeable. My only other concern about the Zfc is one that plagues many Nikon cameras; Nikon’s rubber is problematic. I have found that Nikon’s rubber access doors and grips swell over time (years). With grips the slight swelling is negligible, but the rubber access doors become somewhat difficult to fit back into their closed position as they age. Though, this is certainly not a deal breaker. The Zfc has only one rubber door covering the USB, HDMI, and Mic connection terminals. At this point it is very easy to manipulate, and I hope that it remains so. The camera’s grips, however, seem to be some form of synthetic leather that will probably last forever. In ending, if you are looking for an outstanding light weight camera outfit the Zfc and Nikon’s DX lenses are well worth considering. Its operating system, technology, and image capability all live up to the highest standards that Nikon is renowned for. And it is light and easy to carry around all day. With two lenses my Z8 covers focal lengths from 24mm to 400mm and weighs 2,915 g/6.4 lbs, while the Zfc and its two lenses cover 24mm to 375mm and only weighs 920 g/2 lbs. The Zfc is worth owning and B&H is the best place to buy your photo equipment.

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Can I use Ai-s lens?

Can I use Ai-s lens?
Asked by: Hong
Older manual lenses like a Nikon AI-S can be used in manual exposure mode if you have the Nikon FTZ adapter: https://bhpho.to/3hF5k9N
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2022-11-22

Does Nikon Fc have 5-axis image stabilization?

Does Nikon Fc have 5-axis image stabilization?
Asked by: Yuan
The VR Image Stabilization in the Nikon Z 16-50mm lens, mounted on Nikon Zfc will work for video as well as still images.
Answered by: Afzal
Date published: 2024-03-13

Does this model have auto eye detection for animal

Does this model have auto eye detection for animals?
Asked by: Lacey
Yes, the Nikon Zfc Mirrorless Camera has auto eye detection for animals.
Answered by: Idris A
Date published: 2026-04-19

Can a remote work on this camera???

Can a remote work on this camera???
Asked by: Anonymous
The Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth Remote Control, BH# NIMLL7 would be compatible. https://bhpho.to/2occhaJ
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-11-22

Does the Zfc have a built-in flash? There is ...

Does the Zfc have a built-in flash? There is conflicting info.
Asked by: William
No, the Nikon Z fc Mirrorless Digital Camera does not have a built-in flash.
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2022-11-22

A handgrip for the Zfc?

A handgrip for the Zfc?
Asked by: Bill
Nikon Z fc Mirrorless Digital Camera does not have a dedicated hand grip at this moment. The only options we are recommending at the moment are universal camera grips.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2022-07-10

What are the dimensions?

What are the dimensions?
Asked by: John
The Nikon Z fc Mirrorless Digital Camera is 5.31 x 3.7 x 1.73" (135 x 94 x 44 mm).
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2023-11-12

Does this shoot Log?

Does this shoot Log?
Asked by: Seth
The Nikon Zfc Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Lens (Silver) does not record In N-LOG.
Answered by: Andres S
Date published: 2026-01-15
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