Nikon Z fc APS-C Mirrorless Camera (2021)
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Product Overview
Nikon Z fc is an APS-C mirrorless camera that inherits much of the same features found in the Z 50 and combines them with the design of classic Nikon cameras, notably the F2.
Unlike the Z 50 and other modern Nikon cameras, the Z fc comes with more tactile controls that purists appreciate. At the same time, it features both a flip-out LCD touch screen and an OLED EVF that are the polar opposite of what the original film Nikon SLRs were able to offer. This EVF is upgraded from the Z 50 with higher resolution, too.
Other modern features include Eye-Detection AF as well as WiFi and Bluetooth wireless connectivity. The latter allows the photographer to control the Z fc remotely via their smart devices and/or to import images from the camera. Naturally, the Z fc has all the video features found in the Z 50, while its more compact size makes it easier to balance on gimbles.
Last but not least, the Z fc is also available with six premium leather grip colors besides the classic black. These have limited availability.
Alongside the Z fc, Nikon also unveiled a few compact Z-mount lenses that match the Z fc well.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 52% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Fully articulated LCD
- Good 11.0 fps burst rate
- Quite light
- Viewfinder with great 1.02x magnification
- Supports both WiFi and Bluetooth
Cons
- Poor battery life
- Low resolution EVF
What external reviewers found***
External score 68% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Great autofocus system
- Superb image stabilization
- Excellent overall image quality
- Good internal recording capability
- Good battery life
Cons
- Lacks a handgrip
- Lacks a joystick for moving the focus point
- No weather-sealing
- Not class-leading AF
- No built-in flash
- No in-body image stabilisation
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
HDMI + Microphone + Remote Control + USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wireless Connectivity
802.11ac + Bluetooth
Construction
Form Factor
Mirrorless camera
Image Size
APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm)
Lens Mount
Nikon Z-mount
Microphone
Stereo
Sensor | Resolution
21 MP (5568 x 3712)
Sensor | Type
CMOS
Speakers
Mono
Dimensions
Size | Depth
44 mm / 1.73 in
Size | Height
94 mm / 3.70 in
Size | Width
135 mm / 5.31 in
Weight
445 g / 15.72 oz
Display
Display Diagonal
3 inch
Display Type
Fully articulated TFT LCD
Resolution
1,040,000 dots
Viewfinder | Coverage
100%
Viewfinder | Magnification
1.02x
Viewfinder | Resolution
2,360,000 dots
Viewfinder | Type
Electronic
Function
AE Bracketing
±5 (2, 3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)
Autofocus
209 focus points
Crop Factor
1.5
Exposure Compensation
±5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Exposure Mode
Auto / Aperture Priority / Shutter Priority / Manual
Flash
Built-in
Flash Sync Speed
1/200 s
GPS
No
Image Stabilization
No
Intervalometer
Yes
ISO Range
100 ~ 51200 (expands to 100 ~ 204800)
Processor
Expeed 6
Touch Screen
Yes
Video Codecs
MPEG-4, H.264
Video Recording
4K 30fps / FHD 120fps, limited to 30min
Performance
Battery Life
300 shots
Battery Life | Stills
300 shots
Battery Life | Video
75 min
Max Burst Rate
11.0 fps
Shutter Speed
1/4000 - 30 s
Storage
SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported)
Production
Availability
2021-07
Battery
EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
Debut
2021-06-29
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External Reviews
dpreview[1]
Reviewer score 64%The Nikon Z fc is a capable camera (but not class-leading) for photography and vlogging. It's essentially a Z50 – a camera that earned our silver award – in a different shell. Handling is a mixed bag; the camera is light but feels a bit hollow. If you don't mind losing the dials, the Fujifilm X-T30 is the better choice.
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Pros
- Excellent image quality at both 4K and 1080 resolutions
- Excellent autofocus
- Built-in mic
Cons
- Not class-leading AF
- Lacks a joystick for moving the focus point
rtings[2]
Reviewer score 56%The Nikon Z fc is decent for travel photography. It's not too heavy and is easy to travel with, though it lacks a handgrip and may not be the most comfortable to use for long periods. It delivers excellent overall image quality and does a great job stabilizing photos when using its kit lens.
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Pros
- Excellent overall image quality
- Fast continuous shooting speed
- Wide dynamic range
- Great autofocus system
- Incredibly bright screen
- Superb image stabilization
- Good internal recording capability
Cons
- Lacks a handgrip
- Doesn't do the best job stabilizing camera shake in 4k
t3[3]
Reviewer score 78%The Nikon Z fc features a regular APS-C sized CMOS sensor, the same as that of the manufacturer's earlier Z 50 camera. It sits below the more professional targeted Z 6 and Z7 and their latest ‘mark II' iterations. Despite a plastic-y look and feel to the backplate and base plate, the camera in the main feels durably solid thanks to its magnesium alloy outer shell.
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Pros
- Fast and responsive autofocus
- Compact and lightweight
Cons
- No built-in flash
techradar[4]
Reviewer score 75%The Nikon Z fc has a magnesium alloy'skeleton' which is very impressive at this price point. There's no weather-sealing, which lives up to the 'casual' name. The 20.9MP sensor has a great handle on noise, with all settings up to ISO 6400 looking clean, especially those under ISO 800.
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Pros
- Impressive image quality
- Auto white balance (AWB)
- Good battery life
Cons
- No weather-sealing
- No in-camera controls
trustedreviews[5]
Reviewer score 69%The Z fc has a 20.9MP APS-C sensor that delivers strong results in a range of lighting conditions. Despite the Z50’s age, its 209-point hybrid autofocus system is fast and accurate, with effective real-time tracking for human and animal eyes. Both cameras can shoot stills continuously at up to 11fps, which is a respectable speed for a camera in this price range. The battery is rated to provide around 300 shots on a full charge.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent LCD screen
- Good battery life
Cons
- No in-body image stabilisation
- No headphone socket
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References
- ^ Nikon Z fc Review. [dpreview]. https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-z-fc-review. 2021-08-26. Retrieved 2022-01-21.
- ^ Nikon Z fc Camera Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/camera/reviews/nikon/z-fc. 2021-09-20. Retrieved 2021-09-21.
- ^ Nikon Z fc review. [t3]. https://www.t3.com/reviews/nikon-z-fc-review. 2021-08-04. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ Nikon Z fc review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/nikon-z-fc. 2021-09-09. Retrieved 2021-09-13.
- ^ Nikon Z fc Review. [trustedreviews]. https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/nikon-z-fc. Retrieved 2021-11-08.
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