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Nikon Z fc
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Nikon Z fc

The Nikon Z fc is a DX-format (APS-C) mirrorless camera for the Nikon Z mount that exquisitely merges heritage styling inspired by the iconic FM2 film SLR with modern imaging technology. Inside its vintage chassis, the Nikon Z fc houses a capable 20.9-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor paired with the responsive EXPEED 6 image processor. This processing architecture equips the Nikon Z fc with remarkable resolving clarity, a 209-point hybrid phase-detection autofocus system featuring intelligent eye-detection for humans and pets, rapid continuous shooting speeds reaching up to 11 fps, and a circular 2.36-million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder that honors classic Nikon SLR heritage.

The photographic allure of the Nikon Z fc stems from its hands-on tactile shooting experience that seamlessly bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern creative workflows. The Nikon Z fc features precision-milled aluminum top dials for direct manual control over shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, and exposure compensation, accompanied by a dedicated top display window displaying the active aperture value. On the multimedia front, the Nikon Z fc records crisp 4K UHD video at up to 30p without any sensor crop, delivers fluid Full HD slow-motion capture at 120p, and operates effortlessly as a high-definition webcam for streaming and virtual presentations over a single USB-C cable.

In day-to-day creative practice, the Nikon Z fc proves exceptionally well-suited for travel documentation, street candid photography, lifestyle vlogging, environmental portraiture, and social media production. Its 3.0-inch vari-angle fully articulating touchscreen LCD monitor empowers the Nikon Z fc to capture challenging high-angle perspectives, ground-level viewpoints, and front-facing video logs with total compositional ease. The convenient UHS-I SD card slot and compact EN-EL25 rechargeable battery with USB-C on-the-go power delivery ensure dependable endurance across full-day wanderings. Beautifully crafted, intuitive, and remarkably agile, the Nikon Z fc turns every photo walk into a deeply rewarding creative experience.

  • ISO range: ISO 100 - 51200 (expandable to 204800)
  • Year: 2021
  • Wireless connectivity: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth via SnapBridge
  • Processor: Expeed 6
  • Screen size: 3.0 in
  • Sensor format: APS-C
  • Battery type: EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supports USB Power Delivery)
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Specifications

Year 2021
Sensor 20.9 MP · APS-C
Mount Nikon Z
IBIS No
Weight 445 g
Launch Price USD 960
Current Price USD 960 (Jul/2026)
Battery 300 shots
General
Brand
Nikon
Line or model
Z fc
Suggested RAW software
NDPix Photo Editor Suggested software for RAW processing, photo editing, and workflow optimization.
Sensor
Effective megapixels
20.9 Effective megapixels: usable sensor resolution for images.
Sensor type
CMOS Sensor technology (for example, CMOS, CCD).
Processor
Expeed 6
ISO range
ISO 100 - 51200 (expandable to 204800) Range of ISO values available on the camera.
Focus & Performance
Focus points
209 Number of available autofocus points.
Body
Body type
Vintage heritage SLR-style mirrorless
Body classification
Mirrorless
Body dimensions
134.5 x 93.5 x 43.5 mm Physical body dimensions (width × height × depth), usually in mm.
Weather sealing
Weather sealing against dust and moisture.
Viewfinder
0.39-in 2.36M-dot OLED (XGA) Viewfinder type (optical or electronic) for composition.
Display
Screen size
3.0 in Physical size of the screen; measured by the visible diagonal in inches.
Screen resolution
1,040k dots Number of pixels shown on the screen (width × height).
Touch screen
Indicates whether the screen supports touch for menus or focus.
Screen articulation
Vari-angle touchscreen LCD Screen articulation type (tilting, fully‑articulated, etc.).
Video
Video modes
4K UHD up to 30p uncropped; Full HD up to 120p for slow motion Available combinations of resolution and frames per second (FPS) for video recording.
4K max FPS
30 Maximum frames per second at 4K.
FHD max FPS
120 Maximum frames per second in Full HD.
Connectivity
Wireless connectivity
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth via SnapBridge Wireless features available (Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi).
Additional info
Battery type
EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supports USB Power Delivery) Battery type/model used by the camera.
Continuous shooting
Up to 11 fps continuous high (extended); 1-4 fps continuous low Maximum burst shooting speed in frames per second (fps).
Storage media
1x SD slot (UHS-I compliant) Card/storage media formats supported by the camera.
Launch price
USD 960 In 2021, it is the manufacturer’s suggested price at release.
Current price
USD 960 It is the approximate market value (used or new) as of Jul/2026.
Mount
Nikon Z Lens mount type supported by the camera. If L-Mount Alliance appears, it means the camera uses Leica L mount shared across alliance brands.

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