Nikon Z30

The ultimate compact mirrorless for content creators

Nikon Z30
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model VOA090AM

Key Features

SENSOR 20.9MP DX-format CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR EXPEED 6 image processor for fast performance
AUTOFOCUS 209-point hybrid AF with eye/animal detection
PHASE DETECTION On-sensor PDAF covering 87% of the frame
VIDEO 4K UHD up to 30p, Full HD 120p
STABILIZATION Electronic Vibration Reduction (e-VR) for video
BURST RATE Up to 11 fps continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER None (LCD-only design)
DISPLAY 3.0-inch 1.04m-dot vari-angle touchscreen
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, Micro HDMI, 3.5mm mic jack
MEMORY CARD Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I)
WEATHER SEALING Basic dust and drip resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 330 shots per charge (EN-EL25)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon Z30

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dials
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Nikon Z30

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Nikon Z30 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Nikon Z30

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C CMOS
Resolution 20.9 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-51200
Autofocus 209-point Hybrid AF
Shutter Speed 1/4000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 11 fps
Video 4K 30p / 1080p 120p
Stabilization Electronic (Video only)
Viewfinder None
LCD 3.0-inch Vari-angle Touchscreen
Memory Card SD (UHS-I)
Connectivity USB-C, Micro HDMI, Mic input
Battery Life 330 shots
Weight 405g
Dimensions 128 x 73.6 x 59.5 mm