Capture your iconic moments.
Z fc fuses classic design with Z series technology. Small size with big image quality. 4K videos with full-time Eye-Detection AF. A flip out vlogger screen with live streaming capabilities. This is a camera you think youve seen before. But the performance is entirely new.
Classic. Tactile. Modern.
Designed in the spirit of classic Nikon cameras.
Precision carved aluminum dials with engraved markings.
Mechanical controls for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation.
Vari-angle vlogger screen that hides away when youre not using it.
Seven stylish colors.
In addition to the classic black and silver, you can get the Z fc in one of seven premium exterior colors. Limited quantities available*. Get one before theyre gone!
The tools of creativity.
Cutting-edge Z series tech.
Quality that thrills.
What sets the Z fc apart is the 20.9MP DX CMOS sensor paired with the Expeed 6 engine and the light-gathering advantages of the wider Z mount. Together, they give you clean, professional looking videos and stills, even in low light.
It all starts with the Z mount.
The Z fc is designed around Nikons revolutionary Z mount, the widest lens mount of any comparable camera system. A wider mount means more light, and more light means more of everything goodsharpness, contrast, accurate focus, low-light performance and image quality.
Freedom to compose.
Take a moment and appreciate the world around you from fresh perspectives. The Z fc employs a 3.0-in Vari-angle monitorthe first in a Z series camera. Effortlessly shoot vertical shots from low angles.
Set your sights.
The Z fcs sensor is practically covered in focus points87% coverage to be precise. That means wherever your subject is within the frame, a focus point is locked on. Compose the way you want.
Lock eyes.
Nikons intelligent Eye-Detection AF for video and stills quickly locks onto eyes—humans, dogs or cats—and follows them. This is especially useful when you cant be behind the camera, for first-person videos and selfies.
Get your shot.
Whatever the light.
ISO sensitivity goes all the way up to ISO 51,200 (expandable to ISO 204,800) with superb sharpness, detail and clarity. Create after hours and in less-than-ideal lighting.
Get creative.
In camera.
Add uniqueness to your videos and stills with 20 Creative Picture Controls, all visible in real-time while you shoot through the viewfinder or Vari-angle display. Now, filters are part of the vision rather than an afterthought.
Video done right.
Comprehensive video, vlogging and streaming capabilities. Record 4K Ultra HD video at 30p, 25p or 24p full pixel readout with no cropping. Combined with Nikkor Z lenses, youll maximize the sensors resolution and produce videos with lifelike depth and clarity.
From the short film Mend by Kitty Peters.
The vlogger monitor youve been waiting for.
The Z fcs Vari-angle display can face forward for easier vlogging and first-person recording. This activates self-portrait mode, bringing key camera controls to the monitor so you can conveniently touch and tap adjustments.
Live streaming and web conferencing.
Look your absolute best with the Z fc and a Nikkor Z lens. Simply connect the camera to your computer with a USB Type-C cable (sold separately)it provides power tooand compatible software like the free Nikon Webcam Utility. Youll get sharpness, clarity and flattering depth of field unlike a typical webcam.
Autofocus. Automated.
The whole time youre recording, the autofocus system is working, making precise adjustments to keep your subject in sharp focus. This means you can be the one in front of the camera, even streaming live, with total confidence in your footage.
Add an external mic.
Capture high quality sound in-camera using the Z fcs built-in stereo mic or a dedicated third-party external mic. The 3.5mm stereo mini-pin jack provides plug-in power. Monitor your audio levels on-screen, including a clipping indicator, and make gain adjustments in real-time.
Always connected.
Nikons SnapBridge is the only smartphone connection system that Ive ever been able to get to transfer images consistently.
Image transfers. Wireless and automatic.
Pair your smart device to the Z fc from the SnapBridge app once, and your phone and camera are always connected. You can transfer videos and stills manually or set the app to automatically import every still you take, then edit and post your work with your favorite phone apps.
Grab the remote.
When you cant be behind the camera, pull out your compatible smartphone and use it to control the Z fc. See what the camera sees, change camera settings like aperture and shutter speed, then take the video or still.
Set-up is a snap.
- Open the SnapBridge app
- Tap Remote Photography
- Allow phone to switch to Wi-Fi®
- Start capturing videos and stills!
Always up to date.
SnapBridge wirelessly updates the Z fcs firmware to the latest and greatest. When paired, the app will notify you of any updates and send the firmware directly to your cameras memory card for a quick and easyand totally wirelessinstall.
Tough. Sophisticated.
Magnesium alloy frame.
Tough, lightweight magnesium alloy frame protects the Z fc against life.
Hideaway touchscreen.
When you dont need the touchscreen LCD, its safely protected within the camera.
Classic round eyepiece.
OLED viewfinder with 100% frame coverage. 1.02x magnification. Real-time preview of exposure, settings and effects.
Built to be easy.
Auto mode with Nikon intelligence.
Prefer to let the camera determine the best exposure settings for your situation? Switch the camera to Auto and Nikons serious onboard intelligence will take over for you.
Help at the touch
of a button.
Not sure what a setting does? Just tap the (?) button and a brief Vari-angle display. Its like having a quick reference guide built into your camera.
explanation will pop up in the viewfinder or on thei-Menu. Your menu.
Assign the menu items you use most to the i-Menu. Create separate i-Menu settings for video and still modes. Youll have a one-click dashboard of the settings you rely on most.
And lenses to match.
Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR - Silver
Compact and lightweight thanks to its retractable-lens mechanism so its your ideal walk-around lens. Capable of shooting wide-to-normal angle imageseverything from landscapes to street scenes to portraits all captured clearly with 4.5 stops of Vibration Reduction. Plus a classic silver finish to match the Z fc.
Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE)
With a design inspired by the manual focus lenses used when the Nikon FM was released, this special edition lightweight, ultra-compact, fast prime completes the look of the Z fc. Take it everywhere and capture spontaneous moments anytime of day.
Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 (SE)
At home on the Z fc, the popular 40mm f/2 adds a vintage look. Featuring checked knurling, contrasting silver band, retro Nikkor logo and typeface, all with the versatile 40mm field of view (60mm on the Z fc), fast f/2 maximum aperture and natural soft bokeh.
± Wi-Fi Compatibility
This cameras built-in Wi-Fi® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone®, iPad® or smart devices running on the Android operating system. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.
Using the SnapBridge App
System Requirements:
Android version 5.0 or later
iOS version 11 or later
A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Smart Ready/Low Energy) is required.
Updating to Version 2:
Images downloaded to the smart device with version 1.x will no longer be displayed in the Gallery after you upgrade to version 2, but can be viewed in the Photos app provided with the smart device.
Make sure your cameras firmware is updated to the current version.
Compatible cameras:
Z9, Z8, Zf, Z7II/Z7, Z6II/Z6, Z5, Zfc, Z50/Z50II, Z30, D6, D780, D850, D500
As of SnapBridge version 2.9, Android users of the SnapBridge app will also have compatibility with these cameras:
D750, D7200, D7100, D5500, D5300, D3500, D3400, D3300, Df, J5, P900, AW130, S7000 and S3700
Compatible devices are those capable of acquiring location information and those that support BLE (iPhone® 5S or later, iPad® 5th Generation or later, iPhone X or later).
For compatibility and to download the application, please visit:
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Android, Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.
Wi-Fi® and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Nikon is under license.
All Nikon trademarks are trademarks of Nikon Corporation.
* Quantities of exterior color models are limited. For repair/replacement purposes, exterior color models may be replaced with black exterior color.
LCD, Video and Photo Gallery images are for illustrative purposes only.
Tech Specs
Effective Pixels
20.9 millionSensor Size
15.7 mm x 23.5 mmImage Sensor Format
DXStorage Media
SD (Secure Digital) and UHS-I compliant SDHC and SDXC memory cardsISO Sensitivity
ISO 100 - 51,200 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, Can also be set to approx. 1 or 2 EV (ISO 204,800 equivalent) above ISO 51,200; auto ISO sensitivity control availableMovie
4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 30 fps, 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 25 fps, 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 24 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 120 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 100 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 60 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 50 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 30 fps , Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 25 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 24 fps , Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 30 fps x4, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 25 fps x4, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 24 fps x5 , Actual frame rates for 120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 119.88, 100, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively, Quality selection available at all sizes except, 3,840 x 2,160, 1,920 x 1,080 120p/100p, and 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo, when quality is fixed at highMonitor Size
3 in. diagonalMonitor Type
Vari-angle TFTBattery / Batteries
One EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion batteryApprox. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
5.3 in.134.5 mm x 3.7 in.93.5 mm x 1.8 in.43.5 mmApprox. Weight
14 oz.390 g
- TypeDigital camera with support for interchangeable lenses
- Lens MountNikon Z mount
- Effective Pixels20.9 million
- Sensor Size15.7 mm x 23.5 mm
- Image Sensor FormatDX
- Image Sensor TypeCMOS Sensor
- Total Pixels21.51 million
- Dust-Reduction SystemImage Dust Off reference data (NX Studio software required)
- Dust-Off Reference PhotoYes
- Image Area (pixels)DX-format
(L)5,568 x 3,712
(M)4,176 x 2,784
(S)2,784 x 1,856
1:1 (16 x 16)
(L)3,712 x 3,712
(M)2,784 x 2,784
(S)1,856 x 1,856
1:1 (24 x 24)
(L)3,712 x 3,712
(M)2,784 x 2,784
(S)1,856 x 1,856
16:9 (36 x 20)
(L)5,568 x 3,128
(M)4,176 x 2,344
(S)2,784 x 1,560
16:9 (36 x 20)
(L)5,568 x 3,128
(M)4,176 x 2,344
(S)2,784 x 1,560
Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 3,840 x 2,160:
3,840 x 2,160Photographs taken during movie recording at other frame sizes: 1,920 x 1,080:
1,920 x 1,080
- File Format Still ImagesNEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1:8), or basic (approx. 1:16) compression, NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
- Storage MediaSD (Secure Digital) and UHS-I compliant SDHC and SDXC memory cards
- Card Slot1 slot
- File SystemDCF 2.0, Exif 2.31
- Viewfinder1.0-cm/0.39-in. approx. 2360k-dot (XGA) OLED electronic viewfinder with color balance and auto and 7-level manual brightness controls
- Viewfinder Frame CoverageApprox.100% horizontal, 100% vertical
- Viewfinder MagnificationApprox.1.02x (50 mm lens at infinity, −1.0 m−1)
- Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment-3 to +3 m−1
- Depth-of-Field ControlYes
- Lens Compatibility at a Glance***Z mount NIKKOR lenses, F mount NIKKOR lenses with mount adapter; restrictions may apply
- Compatible LensesZ mount NIKKOR lenses, F mount NIKKOR lenses with mount adapter; restrictions may apply
- Shutter SpeedUsing the main command dial: 1/4000 to 30 s (1/3 step, can be extended up to 900 s in mode M), Bulb, Time, X (Flash sync)
- Fastest Shutter Speed1/4000 sec.
- Slowest Shutter Speed900 sec.
- Flash Sync SpeedUp to: X=1/200 sec.; synchronizes with shutter at 1/200 sec. or slower; Auto FP High-Speed sync supported
- Bulb Shutter SettingYes
- Shutter Release ModesSingle frame, Low-speed continuous, High-speed continuous, High-speed continuous (extended), Self-timer
- Approx. Frame Advance RateLow-speed continuous: 1-4 fps, High-speed continuous (extended): 5 fps, High-speed continuous (extended): 11 fps
- Continuous Shooting OptionsLow-speed continuous: 1-4 fps, High-speed continuous (extended): 5 fps, High-speed continuous (extended): 11 fps
- Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution11 frames per second
- Self-Timer2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled
- Exposure Metering SystemTTL metering using camera image sensor
- Metering MethodMatrix metering, Center-weighted metering: Weight of 75% given to 8 mm circle in center of frame; weighting can instead be based on average of entire frame, Spot metering: Meters 3.5 mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point, Highlight-weighted metering
- Metering RangeMatrix or center-weighted metering: -4 to +17 EV
- Exposure Meter CouplingCPU
- Exposure ModesAuto, Programmed auto with flexible program (P), Shutter-priority auto (S), Aperture-priority auto (A), Manual (M)
- Exposure Compensation–3 to +3 EV (–5 to +5 EV when the exposure compensation dial is set to [c]), Increment: 1/3 step. Available in modes P, S, A, M
- Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value
- Picture ControlAuto, Flat, Landscape, Monochrome, Neutral, Portrait, Standard, Vivid, Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon), Selected Picture Control can be modified, Storage for custom Picture Controls
- Multiple ExposureAdd, Average, Lighten, Darken
- ISO SensitivityISO 100 - 51,200 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, Can also be set to approx. 1 or 2 EV (ISO 204,800 equivalent) above ISO 51,200; auto ISO sensitivity control available
- Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity100
- Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity51200
- Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity100
- Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity204,800
- High ISO Noise ReductionYes
- Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
Auto, Extra High, High, Normal, Low, Off
- Single-Point AF ModeYes
- Dynamic AF ModeYes
- Auto-Area AF ModeYes
- Autofocus SystemHybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist
- Detection Range-4.5 to +19 EV (without low-light AF: -3 to +19 EV) , Measured in photo mode at ISO 100 and a temperature of 20 °C/68 °F using single-servo AF (AF-S) and a lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8
- Lens ServoAutofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); AF mode auto-switch (AF-A; available only in photo mode); full-time AF (AF-F; available only in movie mode); predictive focus tracking, Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used
- Focus Point209 (single-point AF)
- AF-Area ModePinpoint, Single-Point, Dynamic-area AF, Wide-area AF (S), Wide-area AF (L), Wide-area AF (L-people), Wide-area AF (L-animals), Auto-area AF, Auto-area AF (people), Auto-area AF (animals)
- Focus LockYes
- Focus ModesPinpoint, Single-point, Dynamic-area AF, Wide-area AF (S), Wide-area AF (L), Auto-area AF
- Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points209
- Vibration ReductionLens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs)
- Autofocus Fine TuneYes
- X-Sync Speed1/200 sec.
- Top FP High Speed SyncUp to:1/4000 sec.
- Flash ControlTTL: i-TTL flash control; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering
- Flash Sync ModesFront-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync, Flash off
- Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV available
- Flash-ready IndicatorLights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes as underexposure warning after flash is fired at full output
- Accessory ShoeISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
- Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)i-TTL flash control, radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, modeling illumination, FV lock, Color Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync, unified flash control
- White BalanceAuto (3 types), Choose color temperature (2,500 K–10,000 K), Cloudy, Direct sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent (3 types) , Incandescent, Natural light auto, Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored), all except choose color temperature with fine-tuning, Shade
- White Balance BracketingYes
- Live View ShootingPhotography Live View Mode, Movie Live View Mode
- Movie Metering TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
- Movie Maximum Recording Time29 minutes 59 seconds
- Movie File FormatMOV, MP4
- Movie Video CompressionH.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
- Movie Audio Recording FormatLinear PCM, AAC
- Movie4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 30 fps, 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 25 fps, 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 24 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 120 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 100 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 60 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 50 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 30 fps , Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 25 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 24 fps , Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 30 fps x4, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 25 fps x4, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 24 fps x5 , Actual frame rates for 120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 119.88, 100, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively, Quality selection available at all sizes except, 3,840 x 2,160, 1,920 x 1,080 120p/100p, and 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo, when quality is fixed at high
- 4K Ultra High Definition (UHD)Yes
- Full HD Movies (1080p)Yes
- Slow Motion VideoYes
- Movie AudioBuilt-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity can be adjusted
- Movie ISOAuto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25,600), M: Manual selection (ISO 100 to 25,600 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV); auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25,600) available with selectable upper limit, P, S, A: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25,600) with selectable upper limit
- Movie Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
Extra High, High, Normal, Low, Off - Time CodeYes
- Movie e-VRYes
- Movie HDMI OutputYes
- Movie Focus PeakingYes
- Movie Highlight Display (Zebras)Yes
- Time-Lapse MovieYes
- AF for MovieYes
- Monitor Size3 in. diagonal
- Monitor Resolution1040 k dots
- Monitor TypeVari-angle TFT
- TouchscreenYes
- Monitor Angle of View170° viewing angle
- Monitor AdjustmentsColor balance, 11-level manual brightness controls
- Virtual Horizon Camera IndicatorYes
- Playback FunctionsAuto Image Rotation, Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar), Highlights, Histogram Display, Location Data Display, Movie Playback , Photo and/or Movie Slide Shows, Photo Information, Picture Rating , Playback with Playback Zoom, Playback Zoom Cropping
- In-Camera Image EditingDistortion Control, D-Lighting, Image Overlay, NEF (RAW) Processing, Perspective Control, Quick Retouch, Red-eye Correction, Resize, Side-by-Side Comparison, Straighten, Trim, Trim Movie
- Image CommentYes
- InterfaceUSB: Type C USB connector (SuperSpeed USB); connection to built-in USB port is recommended, Type D HDMI connector; Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported)
- Wi-Fi FunctionalityStandards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac, Operating frequency: 2412–2472 MHz (channel 13) and 5180–5700 MHz, Maximum output power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz band: 7.0 dBm 5 GHz band: 12.1 dBm, Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK
- Smart Device App ConnectivitySnapBridge
- Wireless ConnectivityYes
- Wireless Transfer to PCYes
- BluetoothYes
- Supported LanguagesSpanish
- Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time SettingsYes
- World Time SettingYes
- Webcam Utility CompatibleYes
- Total Custom Settings42
- My MenuYes
- Recent SettingsYes
- Supported LanguagesSpanish
- Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time SettingsYes
- World Time SettingYes
- Battery / BatteriesOne EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion battery
- Battery Life (shots per charge)300
Movies:Approx. 75 min. of movie recording - AC AdapterEH-7P Charging AC Adapter
- Battery ChargerMH-32 Battery Charger
- Tripod Socket1/4 in. (ISO 1222)
- Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)5.3 in.134.5 mm x 3.7 in.93.5 mm x 1.8 in.43.5 mm
- Approx. Weight14 oz.390 g
- Operating EnvironmentTemperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C), Humidity: Less than 85% (no condensation)
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