Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera

Nikon Z6 IIISpecsLens MountNikon ZSensor ResolutionActual: 26.79 Megapixel Effective: 24.5 Megapixel (6048 x 4032)Image Sensor35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) Partially Stacked CMOSImage StabilizationSensor-Shift, 5-AxisISO Sensitivity RangePhoto 100 to 64,000 (Extended: 50 to 204,800) Video 100 to 51,200Internal Recording ModesProRes RAW/ProRes RAW HQ/Raw 6048 x 3404 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 4032 x 2268 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 3984 x 2240 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps H.264/H.265 8/10-Bit 5376 x 3024 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/200/240 fpsExternal Recording ModesHDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)Media/Memory Card SlotSlot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Video I/O1x HDMI OutputAudio I/O1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone InputPower I/O1x USB-C InputOther I/O1x USB-C Data Output (Shared with Power Input) 1x Nikon DC2 Data InputWireless2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0Display TypeArticulating Touchscreen LCDBattery Type1x EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 360 Shots)ImagingLens MountNikon ZSensor ResolutionActual: 26.79 Megapixel Effective: 24.5 Megapixel (6048 x 4032)Image Sensor35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) Partially Stacked CMOSSensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)Crop Factor: 1x *Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video ModesImage StabilizationSensor-Shift, 5-AxisBuilt-In ND FilterNoCapture TypeStills & VideoExposure ControlShutter TypeMechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling ShutterShutter SpeedMechanical Shutter 1/8000 to 15 Minutes Electronic Shutter 1/16000 to 15 MinutesBulb/Time ModeBulb & Time ModeISO Sensitivity RangePhoto 100 to 64,000 (Extended: 50 to 204,800) Video 100 to 51,200Metering MethodCenter-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, SpotExposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityExposure Compensation-5 to 5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)Metering Range-4 to 17 EVWhite Balance2500 to 10,000K Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, ShadeContinuous ShootingUp to 20 fps at Maximum ResolutionInterval RecordingYesSelf-Timer2/5/10/20-Second DelayStill Image CaptureAspect Ratio1:1, 3:2, 16:9Image File FormatHEIF, JPEG, RawBit Depth14-BitVideo CaptureInternal Recording ModesProRes RAW/ProRes RAW HQ/Raw 6048 x 3404 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 4032 x 2268 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 3984 x 2240 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps H.264/H.265 8/10-Bit 5376 x 3024 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/200/240 fpsExternal Recording ModesHDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)Fast-/Slow-Motion SupportSlow-Motion OnlyGamma CurveHDR-HLG, Nikon N-LogRecording LimitUp to 125 MinutesIP StreamingNoBuilt-In MicrophoneStereoAudio Recording16-Bit 48 kHz AAC Audio 2-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM AudioInterfaceMedia/Memory Card SlotSlot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Video I/O1x HDMI OutputAudio I/O1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone InputPower I/O1x USB-C InputOther I/O1x USB-C Data Output (Shared with Power Input) 1x Nikon DC2 Data InputWireless2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0Mobile App CompatibleYes: Android & iOS App Name: Nikon Imaging Cloud Functionality: Access Stored Files, Firmware UpdateGlobal Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)GPS *Via Connected SmartphoneMonitorDisplay Size3.2″Resolution2,100,000 DotDisplay TypeArticulating Touchscreen LCDSecondary DisplayTop: Status DisplayViewfinderTypeBuilt-In ElectronicSize0.5″Resolution5,760,000 DotEye Point21 mmCoverage100%MagnificationApprox. 0.8xDiopter Adjustment-4 to 2FocusFocus TypeAuto and Manual FocusFocus ModeContinuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFAutofocus PointsPhoto, Video Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 299Autofocus Sensitivity-10 to 18 EVFlashBuilt-In Flash/LightNoFlash ModesFirst-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Curtain/Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye ReductionMaximum Sync Speed1/200 SecondFlash Compensation-3 to 1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)Dedicated Flash SystemTTLExternal Flash ConnectionShoe MountGeneralBattery Type1x EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 360 Shots)Shoe Mount1x Hot ShoeTripod Mounting Thread1x 1/4″-20 Female (Bottom)Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyOperating Conditions32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C up to 85% HumidityDimensions (W x H x D)5.5 x 4 x 2.9″ / 138.5 x 101.5 x 74 mmWeight23.6 oz / 670 g (Body Only)Packaging InfoPackage Weight2.865 lbBox Dimensions (LxWxH)9.5 x 7.9 x 5.3″Nikon Z6 III Overview Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera unlocks a number of flagship-level upgrades for this mid-range camera, including faster and more precise autofocus, professional-level 6K internal raw video, pre-capture at up to 120 fps, and a smooth, bright, colorful EVF. Taken together, these upgrades make this mirrorless monster an ideal choice for aspiring professionals in search of an all-around, affordable camera.Newly Designed Sensor and Flagship ProcessingNikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera24.5MP Partially-Stacked CMOS SensorThe Z6 III is Nikon’s first camera to to feature a partially stacked sensor design for faster scans and readouts than its predecessor, as well as reducing rolling shutter. Additionally, this sensor design unlocks many of the flagship-level features in the camera, like faster autofocus, a smoother EVF experience, faster continuous shooting speeds, and higher frame rates when shooting video.EXPEED 7 Image ProcessorComplementing the sensor is the EXPEED 7 processing engine, found in the top-of-the-line Z8 and Z9 mirrorless cameras an which offers speeds approximately 10x faster than the Z6II. This engine works in conjunction with the partially-stacked sensor design to realize impressively fast AF speeds, burst shooting rates, a high buffer capacity, fluid video performance, and quick all-around handling.Top continuous shooting speeds of 20 fps when shooting in raw, up to 60 fps when shooting in full-frame JPEG, and 120 fps when shooting JPEGs using a DX crop, with all rates supporting full AF/AE performance.Able to buffer over 1000 images in a burst when using the electronic shutter, meaning image sequences can be recorded for approximately 50 seconds continuously.Pre-Release Capture at up to 120 fps helps make decisive moment shots easier by recording frames in a burst for up to a second prior to actually releasing the shutter. When this feature is activated, burst shooting will commence when the shutter is half-pressed and the buffer will retain up to 4 seconds’ worth of frames after fully pressing the shutter.Electronic shutter affords a top shutter speed of 1/16,000 sec for working in the brightest conditions with wider apertures.Partially-stacked sensor design reduces rolling shutter distortion so fast-moving subjects, like a golf club, tennis racket, or baseball bat, do not appear distorted when working with shutter speeds up to 1/16,000 sec.AF calculations are done at a 120 fps rate to keep up with fast continuous shooting speeds.Fast and Intelligent AF493-Point Phase-Detection AFCovering the full sensor area, the Z6 III’s flagship EXPEED 7 processor unlocks Nikon’s 299-point phase-detection AF system to realize fast and accurate focusing performance. This system is benefitted by the high-speed communication of the Z interface along with the speed of the sensor that enables AF readings to occur at up to 120 fps.This focusing system also supports working in low-light conditions with a Starlight mode that permits focusing down to -10 EV to greatly benefit astrophotography, concert, and other nighttime shooting applications. Featuring the highest native ISO in a Z-series camera at ISO 64000, the autofocus is also useful for working in difficult lighting conditions. The Backlit AF function uses separate pixels on the sensor that allows these areas to intentionally overexpose for focusing accuracy purposes without impacting the actual exposure of the recorded image.A mainstay focusing mode in DSLRs, which debuted for mirrorless with the Z9, the Z6 III also includes 3D Tracking AF that pairs with subject detection to lock onto fast, erratically moving subjects that move parallel and perpendicular to the camera. Additionally, there are three Dynamic-Area AF modes, with a range of focus area sizes, for capturing a broad variety of moving subject types.Subject Detection with Deep Learning TechnologyUtilizing inherited algorithms and deep learning technology from the Z9, including sophisticated Subject Detection, the Z6 III can recognize a variety of distinct subject types, ranging from humans to animals to airplanes to bicycles. When working in Auto-Area AF, these subjects will automatically be detected, focused on, and tracked to ensure sharp focus when the subject is moving across the frame.Eye-Detection AF, specifically, has been tuned for improved accuracy and refined recognition of eyes in the scene and can also be used in conjunction with custom Wide-Area AF for different subject shapes and sizes.Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera More Beautiful PortraitsPerfect for portraits, the Z6 III improves on the partially-stacked sensor’s inherent capabilities with a series of processing tools and shooting functions to improve portraits:Portrait mode processes portraits for skin with natural texture and a rounded feelRich Tone Portrait mode, a picture mode that produces more vivid results while capturing details of the subject’s complexion and avoiding loss of detail in the highlightsFlat Monochrome mode features gentle gradations from highlights to shadows, producing soft monochrome portraitsDeep Tone Monochrome mode chooses slightly darker tones in the range from shadows to mid-tones, with brightness rapidly increasing as tones progress from mid-tones to highlightsSkin softening can be used on up to three subjects in a shot and slightly blurs the skin for a more pleasing texture while still retaining essential sharpness on eyes and hairManual white balance control is more intuitive when making adjustments and Auto WB has also been optimized for human subjectsTake full advantage of Nikon’s portrait modes by pairing the Z6 III with one of Nikon’s portrait Z lenses, like the 50mm f/1.2 S, the 85mm f/1.2 S, or the 135mm f/1.8 S PlenaNikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera Pixel Shift TechnologyProduce ultra-high resolution images at up to approximately 96 megapixels using pixel shift technology. By slightly shifting the image sensor between shots – selectable between 4 and 32 shots per image, with more shots meaning more detail – users can merge the images in NX Studio after shooting to create a single image with enhanced resolution, texture, and color. The shooting method also also reduces noise, moiré, and false colors. Pixel Shift photography benefits archival, landscape, architecture, fine art, macro, and film digitizing applications, and achieves its best results when working with a tripod