SeekerNikon Z fc
The Nikon Z fc is good for travel photography. It's lightweight and easy to travel with, though it lacks a handgrip and isn't the most comfortable to use for long periods. Its overall image quality is excellent, with very solid low-light performance for an APS-C sensor. It also has a good autofocus system and quick burst shooting for faster subjects. However, its battery life isn't amazing, though battery performance can vary drastically with real-world conditions.
-- As reviewed by Rtings
Product details
- Superb image quality: 20.9 MP DX CMOS sensor paired with EXPEED 6 processing engine
- Vlogger Ready: 4K UHD, Flip out Vari-angle LCD, full time AF with eye detection, built-in stereo microphone, external microphone jack, live stream and web conference compatible
- Heritage Design: Classic tactile design with analog controls for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation
- Send images to your phone: Always connected using the free Nikon SnapBridge app and a compatible smart device. Intuitive: Easy access to Auto Mode, quick settings and the Menu help guide.
- Lens Compatibility: Compatible with NIKKOR Z lenses as well as F Mount NIKKOR lenses using FTZ Mount Adapter (sold separately).
PROS
+ Excellent image quality.
+ Great autofocus.
+ Fairly portable.
CONS
- No handgrip.
- Mediocre battery life.
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Expert reviews and ratings
By Rtings on September 20, 2021
The Nikon Z fc is good for travel photography. It's lightweight and easy to travel with, though it lacks a handgrip and isn't the most comfortable to use for long periods. Its overall image quality is excellent, with very solid low-light performance for an APS-C sensor. It also has a good autofocus system and quick burst shooting for faster subjects. However, its battery life isn't amazing, though battery performance can vary drastically with real-world conditions.
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By PCMag on October 10, 2022
The Nikon Z fc is one of the most stylish swappable lens cameras you can find for the price, but its autofocus performance lags behind competitors and some ergonomic choices don’t make much sense.
60
By TechRadar on September 09, 2021
The Nikon Z fc is a triumph of design that offers a different shooting experience to the Nikon Z50 at a great price. The vari-angle screen is also an inspired choice that embodies Nikon's old-meets-new 'fusion' concept. More advanced photographers might miss the lack of weather-proofing and a larger full-frame sensor, especially considering current native lens availability. But for everyone else, the Z fc is a great mix of retro design and mirrorless shooting power.
90
By TrustedReviews on August 06, 2021
While it’s not the only retro-inspired mirrorless camera out there, the Nikon Z fc’s personality and portability make it a great choice for a walkabout or travel camera. Largely based on the 18-month-old Z50, its internals aren’t the most advanced or fastest around, but overall performance is solid and new user-friendly touches like the articulated screen and USB-C power supply are welcome.
80