Nikon Z30 Body
Category: Mirrorless Camera
Nikon Z30 Body
Overview
The Nikon Z30 Body is a compact and user-friendly mirrorless camera designed for content creators, vloggers, and beginners. Built around Nikon’s Z-mount system, it offers a great balance of portability, image quality, and ease of use, making it ideal for both everyday photography and video creation.
Design & Build Quality
The Z30 features a lightweight and ergonomic design, making it easy to carry and handle during long shooting sessions. It lacks a traditional electronic viewfinder, instead using a fully articulating touchscreen, which is especially useful for vlogging and self-recording. The grip is comfortable, and the control layout is simple and intuitive.
Imaging Performance
Equipped with a 20.9MP APS-C (DX-format) sensor, the Z30 delivers sharp images with natural colors and good dynamic range. It performs reliably in various lighting conditions and supports continuous shooting, making it suitable for casual action and everyday photography.
Video Capabilities
The camera is built with video creators in mind, offering 4K UHD recording at up to 30fps and Full HD at higher frame rates for slow motion. It also allows extended recording times without strict limits, making it a strong choice for vlogging, interviews, and long-form content.
Autofocus & Features
The Z30 includes a fast and accurate autofocus system with face and eye detection. This ensures subjects remain in focus during both stills and video recording. Built-in stereo microphones and support for an external mic enhance audio quality for content creation.
Lens Compatibility
With the Nikon Z mount, the camera supports a growing range of NIKKOR Z lenses. It can also be paired with F-mount lenses using an adapter, providing additional flexibility for users upgrading from DSLR systems.
Connectivity & Usability
The Z30 offers modern connectivity features such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB-C, allowing easy file transfer and remote control through a smartphone. The vari-angle touchscreen further improves usability, especially for creators shooting from different angles.
Conclusion
The Nikon Z30 Body is an excellent entry-level mirrorless camera that focuses on simplicity, portability, and strong video performance. It is a great option for beginners and content creators who want a reliable and compact camera capable of delivering high-quality results.
Nikon Z30 Specs
Imaging
| Lens Mount |
Nikon Z |
| Effective Sensor Resolution |
Effective: 20.8 Megapixel (5568 x 3712) |
| 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 |
| Bulb/Time Mode |
Bulb & Time Mode |
| ISO/Gain Sensitivity |
Photo |
| Metering Method |
Center-Weighted Average, Matrix, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Aperture Priority, Auto, 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 |
| Continuous Shooting |
Up to 11 fps at Maximum Resolution |
| Interval Recording |
Yes |
| Self-Timer |
2/10-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 |
| Video Output |
|
| Fast-/Slow-Motion Support |
Slow-Motion Only |
| Recording Limit |
No |
| IP Streaming |
Yes |
| Built-In Microphone |
Stereo |
| Audio Recording |
LPCM 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 (Data) Output (Shared with Power Input) |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Mobile App Compatible |
Yes: Android & iOS |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) |
GPS |
Monitor
| Display Type |
Articulating 3" Touchscreen LCD |
| Resolution |
1,040,000 Dot |
Focus
| Focus Type |
Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode |
Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Autofocus Points |
Photo, Video |
| 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 |
| Dedicated Flash System |
iTTL |
| Non-Shoe Flash Connection |
No |
General
| Battery |
1x EN-EL25 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.6 VDC, 1120 mAh (Included) |
| Shoe Mount |
1x Hot Shoe |
| Tripod Mount |
1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
5 x 2.9 x 2.3" / 128 x 73.5 x 59.5 mm |
| Weight |
12.3 oz / 350 g (Body Only) |
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