Nikon Z f Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
Retro-styled enthusiast photography, street photography, hybrid stills and video, travel, full-frame upgrades
Overview
The Nikon Z f is a full-frame mirrorless camera that wraps modern imaging tech in a retro-styled body modeled on the classic Nikon FM2 film SLR. It pairs a back-illuminated 24.5 MP full-frame sensor with a superbly strong 5-axis in-body stabilization (up to 8 stops), subject-detection AI autofocus, and 4K60 10-bit video. The result is a camera that delivers genuine stills and video capability while offering the tactile dials, shutter settings, and vintage look that made classic Nikon film cameras beloved. It is the natural upgrade path for enthusiasts and photographers who want film-era ergonomics with modern full-frame performance, though it is a larger and heavier retro option than fixed-lens compacts like the X100VI or GR III.
Key Highlights
- Retro dial-and-shutter styling inspired by classic Nikon film SLRs (FM2 look) with a modern full-frame 24.5 MP sensor
- In-body 5-axis stabilization rated up to 8.0 stops, one of the strongest in the mirrorless market
- Versatile stills + video hybrid: 4K60 10-bit, N-Log/DL Profile, and subject-aware AI autofocus
- Tilting/variable-angle touchscreen and dual UHS-II card slots for professional workflow
- Pixel-shift multi-shot and extensive retro-styled physical controls appeal to enthusiasts
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Model | Nikon Z f Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera |
| Sensor | Full-frame (FX) 24.5 MP CMOS (back-illuminated), 35.9 x 23.9 mm |
| Resolution | 24.5 MP stills (6048 x 4024); supports pixel-shift high-resolution composite |
| Lens | Interchangeable Z-mount (FX); review body pairs with AF NIKKOR Z lenses (e.g. 40mm f/2, 24-70mm f/4) |
| Aperture | Lens dependent (f/0.95 to f/16 via Z lenses); max aperture set by mounted lens |
| Image Stabilization | In-body 5-axis image stabilization rated up to 8.0 stops (CIPA) |
| Video | 4K UHD up to 60p (10-bit via N-Log/H.265), 1080p up to 120p, full-frame sensor readout |
| Viewfinder | 0.5-inch OLED electronic viewfinder, 3.69M-dot, 0.8x magnification |
| Battery | EN-EL15c rechargeable Li-ion, rated ~380 shots (viewfinder) per CIPA |
| Weight | Approximately 710 g (1 lb 9 oz) body only with battery and memory card |
| Dimensions | 144 x 103 x 49 mm (5.7 x 4.1 x 1.9 in) |
| Connectivity | USB-C (PD charging), HDMI micro, 3.5mm mic/headphone, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, dual UHS-II SD slots |