The Z fc combines classic Nikon camera design with the innovative technology of the Z series - for outstanding image quality and pure, unadulterated style. From photos to films to vlogs. With the robust yet lightweight DX-format mirrorless camera, you can take creativity to a whole new level and create truly legendary images.
The Z fc is inspired by the famous Nikon FM2 analogue SLR camera. Authentic details have been carefully recreated with great attention to detail: from the surface texture of the body to the classic Nikon logo engraved on the pentaprism viewfinder. Experience outstanding sharpness, detail and clarity day and night - thanks to the Z bayonet and DX format sensor with 20.9 megapixels and a wide ISO range from ISO 100 to 51,200. The smooth and fast autofocus system keeps pace even at frame rates of up to 11 fps.
Continuous shooting mode | 11 FPS |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | With kit lens |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Aperture | f/3.5-6.5 |
Image sensor format | DX |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Item number | 16176382 |
Manufacturer | Nikon |
Category | Cameras |
Manufacturer no. | VOA090K002 |
Release date | 28.7.2021 |
Sales rank in Category Cameras | 177 of 632 |
Colour | Black, Silver |
Exact colour description | Black, Silver |
Material group | Glass, Metal, Plastic |
Scene mode | Landscape, Portrait |
Scope of application | General application |
Country code | CH |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | With kit lens |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | Hot shoe |
White balance | Automatic, Cloudy, Flash, Fluorescent, Glowing, Manual, Sunny, umbra |
Exposure type | Aperture priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual |
Exposure compensation | ± 3EV in 1/3 steps |
Bayonet lens mount | Nikon Z |
Closure type | Electric |
Self-timer delay | 10 s, 2 s, 20 s, 5 s |
Flash modes | Flash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronisation |
Connection | 1/4" |
Image sensor resolution | 20.90 Mpx |
Image resolution | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Image sensor type | CMOS |
Image sensor format | DX |
Image sensor size | 23.5 x 15.7 mm |
Crop factor | 1.50 |
Supported page ratios | 1:1, 16:9 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 100 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 204800 |
Min. aperture opening | f/40 |
Max. aperture | f/3.5 |
Aperture | f/3.5-6.5 |
Focal length | 16 - 50 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 16 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 50 mm |
Optical zoom | 0.20 x |
Lens equipment | Image stabilisation, Internal focusing, Zoom function |
Filter thread | 46 mm |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Panel technology | TFT |
Resolution | 1040000 Pixels |
Display functions | Fold-out, Tilt and swivel, Touch screen |
Viewfinder type | Electric |
Viewfinder resolution | 2360000 Pixels |
Coverage | 100 % |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Minimum focus distance | 2.40 cm |
Autofocus type | Hybrid |
Autofocus areas | 209 x |
Shutter speed | 30 - 1/4000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 900 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/4000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 11 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | 4K |
Max. refresh rate | 120 fps |
Max. frame rate | 4K (30fps), Full HD (120fps) |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Number of storage compartments | 1 |
Image file formats | JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | mov, mp4 |
Waterproof | 0 m |
Connections | 3.5mm jack, Micro HDMI (Type D), USB-C |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Nikon fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | USB 3.0 Type-C |
Width | 134.50 mm |
Length | 43.50 mm |
Height | 93.50 mm |
Weight | 390 g |
Length | 25 cm |
Width | 19 cm |
Height | 12 cm |
Weight | 1.33 kg |
| Amount | CHF 150.– |
| Valid from | 31.10.2025 |
| Ends | 26.1.2026 |
| Closing date | 26.1.2026 |
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