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Pros Pros
  • High-performance 45-megapixel stacked sensor
  • Advanced, reliable subject-detection autofocus
  • Robust, weather-sealed professional build
  • Comprehensive, high-quality video capabilities
  • Compact, ergonomic design compared to flagship models
Cons Cons
  • Limited battery life compared to flagship alternatives
  • Substantial size and weight for some users
  • Lack of a mechanical shutter and associated tactile feedback
  • Viewfinder resolution lower than some competitors
  • High price point

Announcement date Announcement date May 10, 2023
Launch price Launch price $3,999
Sensor Sensor 45.7MP Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS
Video Video 8K 59.94p · UHD 120p
Stabilization Stabilization In-body IS, 6 stops (CIPA)
Burst Burst 30 fps electronic

Announcement date Announcement date May 10, 2023
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $3,999
Medium Medium Digital
Lens mount Lens mount Nikon Z
Body type Body type Mirrorless

Effective resolution Effective resolution 45.7MP
Sensor format Sensor format Full-Frame
Sensor technology Sensor technology Stacked BSI CMOS
Sensor dimensions Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9 mm
Color filter array Color filter array Bayer
Image processor Image processor EXPEED 7
Native ISO range Native ISO range Native: 64 to 25,600 (32 to 102,400 Extended)
Aspect ratio options Aspect ratio options 3:2, 1:1, 16:9

Burst speed (electronic) Burst speed (electronic) 30fps
RAW formats RAW formats 14-bit NEF (Lossless Compressed, High Efficiency*, High Efficiency)
Other still formats Other still formats JPEG, RAW
Color spaces Color spaces sRGB, Adobe RGB
Still bit depth Still bit depth 14-Bit

AF architecture AF architecture Hybrid phase + contrast detect
AF points AF points Photo, Video; Phase Detection: 493
Autofocus modes Autofocus modes Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
AF coverage AF coverage 90% x 90%
AF low-light sensitivity AF low-light sensitivity -9EV
Subject recognition Subject recognition Human, Animal, Bird, Vehicle, Aircraft, Insect

Shutter types Shutter types Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter speed range Shutter speed range 1/32000 to 30 sec (up to 900 sec in M mode), Bulb, Time
Flash sync speed Flash sync speed 1/200 sec
Maximum electronic shutter speed Maximum electronic shutter speed 1/32000s
Exposure compensation Exposure compensation -5 to +5 EV
Metering modes Metering modes Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, Spot

EVF resolution EVF resolution 3.69M dots
EVF magnification EVF magnification 0.8x
Rear LCD size Rear LCD size 3.2-inch
Rear LCD resolution Rear LCD resolution 2.1M dots
Rear LCD articulation Rear LCD articulation Two-axis tilting

Internal Recording Internal Recording Raw 12-Bit
8256 x 4644 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (1390 to 2960 Mb/s)
5392 x 3032 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (600 to 2960 Mb/s)
4128 x 2322 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps (730 to 3840 Mb/s)
3840 x 2160 at 100/120 fps (1260 to 3020 Mb/s)

H.265 4:2:2 8/10-Bit
7680 x 4320 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (300 to 400 Mb/s)
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps (150 to 400 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps (50 to 190 Mb/s)

ProRes RAW HQ 12-Bit
5392 x 3032 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
4128 x 2322 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
3840 x 2160 at 50/59.94 fps

ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080p at 50/59.94/100/120 fps

H.264 4:2:0 8-Bit
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps (30 to 50 Mb/s)
External Recording External Recording 7680 x 4320 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps
1920 x 1080i
1280 x 720
Max video resolution Max video resolution 8K
Max frame rate at max resolution Max frame rate at max resolution 59.94p
Max frame rate at UHD Max frame rate at UHD 120p
Codecs Codecs Raw 12-Bit, H.265 4:2:2 8/10-Bit, ProRes RAW HQ 12-Bit, ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 10-Bit, H.264 4:2:0 8-Bit
Bit depth and chroma Bit depth and chroma 12-bit internal RAW, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal
Gamma / log profiles Gamma / log profiles HDR-HLG
Slow-motion maximum Slow-motion maximum 5.9K at 120fps
Active cooling Active cooling No
Audio recording Audio recording 24-bit 48 kHz LPCM, 2-channel

Card slots Card slots 2
Card types Card types 1x Slot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD; Slot 2: SD UHS-II

In-body stabilization (IBIS) In-body stabilization (IBIS) Yes
IBIS rating IBIS rating 6 stops

USB USB 1x USB-C Input
HDMI output HDMI output Full-size Type-A
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11ac, 2.4 and 5 GHz
Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 LE
3.5mm mic input 3.5mm mic input Yes
3.5mm headphone output 3.5mm headphone output Yes
Flash sync terminal Flash sync terminal No
Hot shoe Hot shoe 1x Hot Shoe

Battery Battery EN-EL15c
CIPA battery life (LCD) CIPA battery life (LCD) 340 shots
CIPA battery life (EVF) CIPA battery life (EVF) 330 shots
CIPA video recording time CIPA video recording time Approx. 85 min
USB charging USB charging Yes
USB power delivery USB power delivery Yes

Weight (body only) Weight (body only) 820g (1 lb 12.9 oz)
Dimensions Dimensions 144 x 118.5 x 83 mm (5.67 x 4.67 x 3.27 in)
Weight (with battery and recording media) Weight (with battery and recording media) 910g (2 lb 0.1 oz)
Weather sealing Weather sealing Partial sealing
Chassis material Chassis material Magnesium Alloy
Tripod thread Tripod thread 1/4"-20