- FXFormat
- 20.8Megapixels
- 14 FPSContinuous Shooting
- 100-102,400ISO Expandable to 3,280,000
- 4K UHD3840 x 2160 at 30/25/24p
Technology
Built-in Wi-Fi Connectivity
Built-in Wi-Fi Connectivity
WiFi-Bluetooth
Bluetooth
4K UHD
4K is an emerging standard for digital motion picture resolution. 4K UHD is 3840x2160 and provides four times as much resolution as Full HD (1920x1080).
Real-world dependability.
Faster workflow.
Optimized for creativity.
Dependable, all-day shooting.
± Wi-Fi Compatibility
This cameras built-in Wi-Fi® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone®, iPad® or smart devices running on the Android operating system. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.
Using the SnapBridge App
System Requirements:
Android version 5.0 or later
iOS version 11 or later
A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Smart Ready/Low Energy) is required.
Updating to Version 2:
Images downloaded to the smart device with version 1.x will no longer be displayed in the Gallery after you upgrade to version 2, but can be viewed in the Photos app provided with the smart device.
Make sure your cameras firmware is updated to the current version.
Compatible cameras:
Z9, Z8, Zf, Z7II/Z7, Z6III/Z6II/Z6, Z5, Zfc, Z50II/Z50, Z30, D6, D780, D850, D500
As of SnapBridge version 2.9, Android users of the SnapBridge app will also have compatibility with these cameras:
D750, D7200, D7100, D5500, D5300, D3500, D3400, D3300, Df, J5, P900, AW130, S7000 and S3700
Compatible devices are those capable of acquiring location information and those that support BLE (iPhone® 5S or later, iPad® 5th Generation or later, iPhone X or later).
For compatibility and to download the application, please visit:
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LCD, Video and Photo Gallery images are for illustrative purposes only
Tech Specs
Effective Pixels (Megapixels)
20.8 millionSensor Size
35.9 mmx23.9 mmImage Sensor Format
FXStorage Media
CFexpress (Type B), XQD Type MemoryISO Sensitivity
ISO100 -102,400, Choose from step sizes of 1/3, 1/2, and 1 EV, Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 EV (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent) above ISO 102,400; auto ISO sensitivity control availableMovie
4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 30 fps, 4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 25 fps, 4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 24 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 60 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 50 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 30 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 25 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 24 fps, HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps, HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps, Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively, Quality selection available at all sizes except 3,840 x 2,160 when quality is fixed at (high)Monitor Size
3.2 in. diagonalMonitor Type
TFT touch-sensitive LCDBattery / Batteries
EN-EL18c Rechargeable Li-ion BatteryApprox. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
6.3 in.160 mm x 6.5 in.163 mm x 3.7 in.92 mmApprox. Weight
44.8 oz.1270 g
- TypeSingle-lens reflex digital camera
- Lens MountNikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)
- Picture AngleNikon FX format
- Effective Pixels (Megapixels)20.8 million
- Sensor Size35.9 mmx23.9 mm
- Image Sensor FormatFX
- Total Pixels21.33 million
- Dust-Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)
- Dust-Off Reference PhotoImage Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)
- Image Area (pixels)FX-format
(L)5,568 x 3,712
(M)4,176 x 2,784
(S)2,784 x 1,856
DX-format
(L)3,648 x 2,432
(M)2,736 x 1,824
(S)1,824 x 1,216
1:2 format (30 x 20)
(L)4,640 x 3,088
(M)3,472 x 2,312
(S)2,320 x 1,544
5:4 format (30 x 24)
(L)4,640 x 3,712
(M)3,472 x 2,784
(S)2,320 x 1,856
1:1 format (24 x 24)
(L)3,712 x 3,712
(M)2,784 x 2,784
(S)1,856 x 1,856
16:9 format (36 x 20)
(L)5,568 x 3,128 (17.4 million)
(M)4,176 x 2,344 (9.8 million)
(S)2,784 x 1,560 (4.3 million)
Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 3,840 x 2,160:3,840 x 2,160Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 1,920 x 1,080:1,920 x 1,080Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 1,280 x 720:1,280 x 720
- File Format Still ImagesJPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx 1:4), normal (approx 1:8), or basic (approx 1:16) compression (size priority); Optimal quality compression available , NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed; large, medium, and small available (medium and small images are recorded at a bit depth of 12 bits using lossless compression), NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
- Storage MediaCFexpress (Type B), XQD Type Memory
- Card Slot2 CFexpress (Type B) cards or 2 XQD memory type cards, The card in Slot 2 can be used for overflow or backup storage, for separate storage of NEF (RAW) and JPEG copies of photos taken at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) + JPEG, or to store separate copies of JPEG photos at different sizes and compression ratios; pictures can be copied between cards
- File SystemCompliant withDCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, EXIF 2.31 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras)
- ViewfinderEye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder
- Viewfinder Frame CoverageFX (36x24):100% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.)
1.2x (30x20):97% horizontal and 97% vertical (Approx.)
DX (24x16):97% horizontal and 97% vertical (Approx.)
5:4 (30x24):97% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.)
1:1 (24x24):95% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.)
16:9 (36x20):100% horizontal and 96% vertical (Approx.) - Viewfinder Magnification0.72x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m–1) (Approx.)
- Viewfinder Eyepoint17 mm (-1.0 m¯¹) from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens
- Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1m¯¹
- Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark X screen with Af area brackets; framing grid can be displayed
- Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
- Mirror Lock UpYes
- Lens ApertureInstant-return type, Electronically controlled
- Depth-of-Field ControlPressing Pv button stops lens aperture down to value selected by user (A and M modes) or by camera (P and S modes)
- Compatible LensesAI-P NIKKOR lenses, DX lenses (using [DX 24 x 16] image area), Non-CPU AI lenses (modes A and M only), Other AF NIKKOR lenses (excluding IX NIKKOR lenses and lenses for the F3AF), Types G, E, and D (some restrictions apply to PC lenses), During viewfinder photography, the electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. With lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster, the electronic rangefinder supports 15 focus points.
- Shutter TypeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter, Electronic front-curtain shutter, Electronic shutter
- Shutter Speed1/8000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, and 1 EV, extendable to 900 sec. in mode M; Bulb; Time; X250
- Fastest Shutter Speed1/8000 sec.
- Slowest Shutter Speed900 sec.
- Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec., Synchronizes with shutter at 1/250 sec. or slower, Auto FP High-Speed sync supported
- Bulb Shutter SettingYes
- Shutter Release ModesContinuous low-speed [CL] mode, Continuous high-speed [CH] mode, Mirror-up [Mup] mode, Quiet Shutter Release, Self-timer mode, Single-frame [S] mode
- Continuous Shooting OptionsCL: Up to1-10 frames per second frames per second
CL: Up to10-14 frames per second
Quiet Continuous Mode: Up to1-5 frames per second - Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution14 frames per second
- Self-Timer2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled - Silent ShootingYes
- Exposure Metering SystemTTL exposure metering using 180,000-pixel RGB sensor, Live view: TTL exposure metering performed by image sensor
- Metering MethodCentre-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame; Diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15, or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU and AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5- 4.5E ED lenses use 12-mm circle), Matrix: 3D Colour Matrix Metering III (type G, E, and D lenses); Colour Matrix Metering III (other CPU lenses); Colour Matrix Metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data, Spot: Meters circle approximately 4 mm in diameter (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU or AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED lens is used), Highlight-weighted: Available with type G, E, and D lenses
- Metering Range-3 ± 20 EV (Matrix or centre-weighted metering), 2 to 20 EV (spot metering), 0 to 20 EV (highlight-weighted metering), Figures are for ISO 100 and f/1.4 lens at 20 °C/68 °F
- Exposure Meter CouplingCombined CPU and AI
- Exposure ModesAperture-Priority Auto (A), Manual (M), Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P), Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
- Exposure Compensation±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
- Exposure BracketingYes
- Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value
- Picture ControlAuto, Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon), Flat, Landscape, Monochrome, Neutral, Portrait, Standard, Standard, Selected Picture Control can be modified, Storage for custom Picture Controls
- ISO SensitivityISO100 -102,400, Choose from step sizes of 1/3, 1/2, and 1 EV, Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 EV (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent) above ISO 102,400; auto ISO sensitivity control available
- Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity100
- Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity102400
- Lowest Expanded ISO SensitivityLo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent)
- Highest Expanded ISO SensitivityHi-5 (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent)
- Expanded ISO Sensitivity OptionsCan also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 EV (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent) above ISO 102,400; auto ISO sensitivity control available
- Long Exposure Noise ReductionYes
- High ISO Noise ReductionYes
- Active D-LightingCan be selected from:Extra High, High, Normal, Low, Off
- D-Lighting BracketingYes
- Single-Point AF Mode105 focus points (number available for selection in viewfinder photography can be chosen from 105, 27, and 15)
- Dynamic AF ModeYes
- Auto-Area AF ModeYes
- Autofocus System TypeViewfinder photography: TTL phase-detection; 105 focus points, all of which are cross-type sensors and 15 of which support f/8; detection performed by Multi-CAM 37K autofocus sensor module; autofocus fine-tuning supported, Live view: Contrast-detect AF available at all points in frame; focus point selected by camera when face detection or subject-tracking is used
- Detection Range-4.5 to +20 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
- Lens ServoAutofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status full-time AF (AF-F; available only during live view and movie recording), Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used
- AF-Area ModeViewfinder photography: Single-point AF; 9, 25, 49, or 105-point dynamic-area AF; 3D-tracking; group-area AF; group-area AF (C1); group-area AF (C2); auto-area AF, Live view: face-detection AF, wide-area AF, normal area AF, subject-tracking AF
- Focus LockFocus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF/AF-S) or by pressing the centre of the sub-selector
- Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points105
- Autofocus Fine TuneYes
- Flash BracketingYes
- X-Sync Speed1/250
- Top FP High Speed SyncUp to1/8000
- Flash ControlTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center- weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering
- Flash Sync ModesFront-curtain sync (normal), Rear-curtain sync, Red-Eye reduction, Red-Eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync, Off
- Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
- Flash-ready IndicatorLights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output
- Accessory ShoeISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
- Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)i-TTL flash control, radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, modeling illumination, FV lock, Colour Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync, AF-assist for multi-area AF (viewfinder photography), unified flash control
- Flash Sync TerminalISO 519 sync terminal with locking thread
- White BalanceAuto (3 types), Choose colour temperature (2500K–10000K), Cloudy, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent (7 types), Incandescent, Natural Light Auto, Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view), Shade, All except choose color temperature with fine-tuning
- White Balance BracketingYes
- Live View ShootingPhotography Live View Mode , Movie Live View Mode
- Live View Lens ServoSingle, continuous, full-time AF
- Live View AF-Area ModeFace-priority AF, Wide-area AF, Normal-area AF, Subject-tracking AF
- Live View AutofocusContrast detection
- Movie MeteringTTL exposure metering using main image sensor
- Movie Maximum Recording Time105 minutes
- Movie File FormatMOV, MP4
- Movie Video CompressionH.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
- Movie Audio Recording FormatLinear PCM, AAC
- Movie4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 30 fps, 4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 25 fps, 4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 24 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 60 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 50 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 30 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 25 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 24 fps, HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps, HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps, Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively, Quality selection available at all sizes except 3,840 x 2,160 when quality is fixed at (high)
- Full HD Movies (1080p)Yes
- Movie AudioBuilt-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity adjustable
- Monitor Size3.2 in. diagonal
- Monitor Resolution2359000 Dots
- Monitor TypeTFT touch-sensitive LCD
- Monitor Angle of View170-degree wide-viewing angle
- Monitor AdjustmentsBrightness,11 levels
Brightness adjustment and colour balance control - Virtual Horizon Camera IndicatorYes
- TouchscreenYes
- Playback FunctionsAuto Image Rotation, Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images) , Highlights, Histogram Display, Index Marking, IPTC information embedding and display, Location Display , Movie Playback, Movie Slideshow, Photo information, Photo Slideshow, Picture Rating, Playback with Playback Zoom, Playback Zoom Cropping, Voice Memo
- In-Camera Image EditingYes
- Image CommentYes
- Voice Memo FunctionYes
- InterfaceType C USB (Super speed USB), type C HDMI, Stereo mini-pin audio input (microphone), Stereo mini-pin output (headphones), Ten pin remote port
- Wi-Fi FunctionalityStandards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac (Europe, U.S.A, Canada, Mexico), IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a (other countries in the Americas), IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Africa, Asia, and Oceania), Operating frequency: 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5825 MHz (U.S.A., Canada, Mexico), 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5805 MHz (other countries in the Americas), 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5745–5805 MHz (Georgia), 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5320 MHz (other European countries), Maximum output power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz band: 6.8 dBm, 5 GHz band: 6.3 dBm (Georgia), 5 GHz band: 9.3 dBm (other countries), Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK
- Ethernet ConnectorRJ-45 connector, Standards: IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T)/IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX)/IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T), Data rates*: 10/100/1000 Mbps with auto detect, Port: 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T (AUTOMDIX)
- Peripheral ConnectorFor WT-6
- Smart Device App ConnectivitySnapBridge
- BluetoothYes, Communication protocols: Bluetooth Specification Version 4.2, Operating frequency: Bluetooth: 2402–2480 MHz, Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402–2480 MHz, Maximum output power (EIRP):, Bluetooth: 1.3 dBm, Bluetooth Low Energy: -0.2 dBm
- GPSReceiving frequency: 1575.42 MHz (C/A code), Geodesics: WGS 84
- Supported GNS SystemsGPS (USA), GLONASS (Russia), QZSS (Japan)
- Data AcquiredLatitude, longitude, altitude, UTC (Universal Coordinated Time)
- Clock SynchronizationCamera clock can be set to time acquired via GNSS
- Track LogsNMEA-compliant
- Log Interval15 sec., 30 sec., 1 min., 2 min., 5 min.
- Maximum Log Recording Time6, 12, or 24 hours
- Log DeletionSupported
- Save/Load Camera settingsYes
- Wi-FiYes
- Webcam Utility CompatibleYes
- Wireless ConnectivityYes
- Total Custom Settings69
- My MenuYes
- Recent SettingsYes
- Supported LanguagesThe languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased.
- Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time SettingsYes
- World Time SettingYes
- Battery / BatteriesEN-EL18c Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- Battery Life (shots per charge)3580 shots (CIPA)
Movies:Approx. 105 minutes of HD footage - AC AdapterEH-6c AC Adapter; requires EP-6 Power Connector (available separately)
- Battery ChargerMH-26a Quick Charger
- Tripod Socket1/4 in. (ISO 1222)
- Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)6.3 in.160 mm x 6.5 in.163 mm x 3.7 in.92 mm
- Approx. Weight44.8 oz.1270 g
- Operating EnvironmentTemperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C), Humidity: Less than 85% (no condensation)
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