Nikon releases APS-C size Z fc DX-format mirrorless camera - Check details here

Nikon Corporation (Nikon) has announced the release of the APS-C size (Nikon DX-format) Nikon Z fc mirrorless camera, as well as two lenses: a silver-color variation of the standard zoom NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens, and the prime NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) special edition lens for which a heritage design that matches the Z fc body has been adopted.

As per the information provided by the company in a release, the letter "f" in the Z fc's name is a reference to models with symbolic importance in Nikon's history, while also being inspired by the word "fusion," representing the coming together of tactile precision mechanics and high image quality. The letter "c", meanwhile, conveys Nikon's wish for this camera, with all its inherited tradition, to be used by anyone, anywhere, "casually".

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Primary features

1. A heritage design inspired by the iconic Nikon FM2 camera

The Z fc's pentaprism design and body size, as well as the balance between the black and silver-color elements on the Z fc's body, are inspired by Nikon's legendary FM2 SLR film camera. Furthermore, a circular eyepiece has been adopted for the electronic viewfinder (EVF), in addition to details such as the design of the dials and the inscribed Nikon logo bearing similarities to the FM2's. The Z fc simultaneously achieves reliable robustness by employing magnesium alloy.

In addition, users can choose to customize the color of their Z fc body from the six Premium Exterior color options (depends on region), enabling users to personalize their camera to further match their individual style.

2. Simple operation that enables the crafting of the intended image

The top of Z fc's body features three dials and a small window that displays the aperture. The dials control shutter speed, exposure compensation and ISO sensitivity, allowing setting changes with simple operation. Together with the small window that displays the aperture, users are able to confirm the four basic settings for image-making at a glance and adjust them easily. Also, the i button and i menu support efficient shooting, by allowing quick adjustment of a variety of settings with the press of a button.

For the first time in a Nikon Z series camera, the Z fc supports exposure compensation during AUTO mode, enabling users to achieve their desired expression by increasing brightness, enhancing silhouettes, etc. even while using AUTO mode. The camera also features 20 Creative Picture Control options that deliver unique expressions.

By selecting themes with different parameters such as hue, toning and saturation, anyone can express a diverse variety of atmospheres, while confirming the final image in real time through the monitor or electronic viewfinder (EVF) before shooting. Additionally, users can adjust effects according to their taste, expanding the range of creative expression.

3. Convenient functions and performance that realize the desired expression

The Z fc supports Eye-Detection AF and Animal-Detection AF with the shooting of stills and video, features introduced on the full-frame mirrorless cameras Nikon Z 7II and Nikon Z 6II. The wide-area AF (L) AF-area mode is supported, further ensuring the capture of eyes and faces by limiting the focusing area. As well as this, continuous focus on the eyes of the intended subject when there are several people or animals in the frame, or tracking the eyes of a pet that's moving around is also achieved.

4. Additional features

A natural view with minimum aberration is achieved with the electronic viewfinder (EVF) that employs an organic EL panel,  Video recording supporting 4K UHD without crop using the DX-based movie image area, Supports Full-time AF (AF-F) dedicated for video recording, Slow-motion video shooting is made easy by simply selecting an image size and frame rate, Supports Webcam Utility- software that enables the Z fc to be used as a web camera, Supports USB power delivery with the camera turned on as well as USB charging, among other.

Kit lenses: NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR and NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE)

The silver-color variation of the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR is a standard zoom lens that is based on the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR, but features a silver-color exterior design to match the Z fc's body. The lens is compact and lightweight, with a total length of approx. 32 mm and total weight of approx. 135 g. It is a convenient lens to carry around, while delivering high resolution throughout the zoom range. The NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR can be utilized for a variety of everyday scenes, from landscapes and snapshots to portraits and tabletop photos.

The NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) is a compact and lightweight lens that is ideal for portraits and still-life photography, providing the smooth bokeh that is unique to prime lenses. The lens features a heritage design inspired by NIKKOR lenses from around the time the FM2 was released, and ideally matches the Z fc's design.