Nikon Z 6 | | Nikon USA

All-around performance.

All-around amazing.

Adaptability. It's about remaining fluid, open. Preparing for nothing, but being ready for anything. Thriving in whatever situation comes along. The Z 6 is perhaps the most adaptable camera we've ever created. It's at the sweet spot of speed, resolution and low-light performance. All combined with the advantages of a lightweight mirrorless design, a revolutionary new full-frame lens mount with matched lenses and seamless integration with Nikon's DSLR system—including the F-Mount Nikkor lenses you love. This is mirrorless versatility as only Nikon could create.

24.5Megapixels
FXFormat
12 FPSContinuous Shooting
100-51,200ISO (Expandable to 204,800)
4K UHD3840x2160 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).

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Feels Like a Nikon

As comfortable and familiar as an old friend.

273-Point Hybrid Af System

Fast, accurate autofocus.

Pure Viewing Experience

Just like the real thing.

In-Body VR Image Stabilization

Steady as it goes.

Portable Cinematic Powerhouse

Made for video.

New N-Log With View Assist

N-LOG format preserves more detail, up to 12 stops of dynamic range, shadows and highlights to make color grading more precise in post. For easier spot checking of focus and exposure, the new View Assist function displays simple gradation compensation, highly useful for confirming the final look of the footage.

Nikon N-Log 3D LUT

Capture extraordinary details in your videos with 10 bit N-Log to take advantage of the dynamic range of the image sensor and then apply Nikon’s N-Log 3D LUT (lookup table) to the footage to recreate the color accuracy that Nikon is known for. The LUT is available for the Rec. 709 color space and makes color grading a snap in Adobe Premier Pro CC, Apple Final Cut Pro X or Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve 15. This LUT enables adjustment of brightness, saturation and hue.

Expanded Versatility

Creativity meets innovation.

Connectivity

Connections? It’s got a few.

RAW Video Output Support

Upgrade your camera to output ProRes RAW and Blackmagic RAW footage directly from the image sensor to a compatible external capture device. RAW video output preserves the camera's RAW sensor data, giving you maximum flexibility during post production.

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Key Features

1 Full AF/AE supported when using FX or DX AF-S Type G/D/E, AF-P type G/E, AF-I type D and AF-S / AF-I Teleconverters.2 231 on-sensor PDAF points used for video In FX-based movie format with single-point AF.3 Based on CIPA Standards. This value is achieved when the Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S lens is attached, with zoom set at the maximum telephoto position.4 Requires use of the Mount Adapter FTZ.5 During 4K recording.6 As of 8/23/18.7 May not be available in certain countries.8 Requires optional EH-7P Charging AC Adapter. Camera cannot be used while charging via USB.9 EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 batteries cannot be charged in the camera via USB.10 Wireless Transmitter Utility software must be installed on the computer.

LCD, Video and Photo Gallery images are for illustrative purposes only

Tech Specs

Effective Pixels
24.5 million
Sensor Size
35.9 mm x 23.9 mm
Image Sensor Format
FX
Storage Media
CFexpress (Type B), XQD Type Memory
ISO Sensitivity
ISO 100 - 51,200 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 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 or 2 EV (ISO 204,800 equivalent) above ISO 51,200; auto ISO sensitivity control available
Movie
4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 30 fps, 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 25 fps, 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 24 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 120 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 100 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 60 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 50 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 30 fps , Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 25 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 24 fps , Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 30 fps x4, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 25 fps x4, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 24 fps x5 , Actual frame rates for 120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 119.88, 100, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively, Quality selection available at all sizes except, 3,840 x 2,160, 1,920 x 1,080 120p/100p, and 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo, when quality is fixed at high
Monitor Size
3.2 in. diagonal
Monitor Type
Tilting TFT, Touch-Sensitive LCD
Battery / Batteries
One EN-EL15b rechargeable Li-ion battery, EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 can also be used, but note that fewer pictures can be taken on a single charge and that charging AC adapter can be used to charge EN-EL15b batteries only
Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
5.3 in.134 mm x 4 in.100.5 mm x 2.7 in.67.5 mm
Approx. Weight
20.7 oz.585 g

Type
Digital camera with support for interchangeable lenses
Lens Mount
Nikon Z mount

Effective Pixels
24.5 million
Sensor Size
35.9 mm x 23.9 mm
Image Sensor Format
FX
Image Sensor Type
CMOS Sensor
Total Pixels
25.28 million
Dust-Reduction System
Image Dust Off reference data (requires Capture NX-D); image sensor cleaning
Dust-Off Reference Photo
Yes
Image Area (pixels)
FX-format
(L)6,048 x 4,024
(M)4,528 x 3,016
(S)3,024 x 2,016
DX-format
(L)3,936 x 2,624
(M)2,944 x 1,968
(S)1,968 x 1,312
16:9 (36 x 20)
(L)6,048 x 3,400
(M)4,528 x 2,544
(S)3,024 x 1,696
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 other frame sizes: 1,920 x 1,080:
1,920 x 1,080

File Format Still Images
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), TIFF (RGB), JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1:8), or basic (approx. 1:16) compression; optimal quality compression available, NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
Storage Media
CFexpress (Type B), XQD Type Memory
Card Slot
1 slot
File System
DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31, PictBridge

Viewfinder
1.27-cm/0.5-in. approx. 3690k-dot (Quad VGA) OLED with color balance and auto and 11-level manual brightness controls
Viewfinder Frame Coverage
Approx.100% horizontal, 100% vertical
Viewfinder Magnification
Approx.0.8x (50 mm lens at infinity, -1.0 m -1)
Viewfinder Eyepoint
21 mm (-1.0 m-1; from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens)
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
-4 to +2 m−1
Eye Sensor
Automatically switches between monitor and viewfinder displays

Depth-of-Field Control
Yes
Lens Compatibility at a Glance***
Z mount NIKKOR lenses, F mount NIKKOR lenses with mount adapter; restrictions may apply
Compatible Lenses
Z mount NIKKOR lenses, F mount NIKKOR lenses with mount adapter; restrictions may apply

Shutter Speed
1/8000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb, time, X200
Fastest Shutter Speed
1/8000 sec.
Slowest Shutter Speed
30 sec.
Flash Sync Speed
Up to: X=1/200 sec.; synchronizes with shutter at 1/200 sec. or slower; Auto FP High-Speed sync supported
Bulb Shutter Setting
Yes
Shutter Release Modes
Single frame, Low-speed continuous, High-speed continuous, High-speed continuous (extended), Self-timer
Approx. Frame Advance Rate
Low-speed continuous: 1-5 fps, High-speed continuous: 5.5 fps, High-speed continuous (extended): 12 fps
Continuous Shooting Options
Low-speed continuous: 1-5 fps, High-speed continuous: 5.5 fps, High-speed continuous (extended): 12 fps
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution
12 frames per second
Self-Timer
2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled
Silent Shooting
Yes

Exposure Metering System
TTL metering using camera image sensor
Metering Method
Matrix metering, Center-weighted metering: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame; weighting can instead be based on average of entire frame, Spot metering: Meters 4 mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point, Highlight-weighted metering
Metering Range
Matrix or center-weighted metering: -4 to +17 EV, Spot metering: -4 to +17 EV, Highlight-weighted metering: -4 to +17 EV, (ISO 100, f/2.0 lens, 20 °C/68 °F)
Exposure Meter Coupling
CPU
Exposure Modes
Auto, Programmed auto with flexible program (P), Shutter-priority auto (S), Aperture-priority auto (A), Manual (M), User settings (U1, U2, U3)
Exposure Compensation
-5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV available in modes P, S, A, M, SCENE and EFFECT modes
Exposure Lock
Luminosity locked at detected value
Picture Control
Auto, Flat, Landscape, Monochrome, Neutral, Portrait, Standard, Vivid, Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon), Selected Picture Control can be modified, Storage for custom Picture Controls

ISO Sensitivity
ISO 100 - 51,200 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 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 or 2 EV (ISO 204,800 equivalent) above ISO 51,200; auto ISO sensitivity control available
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
100
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
51200
Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
50
Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
204,800
Active D-Lighting
Can be selected from:
Auto, Extra High, High, Normal, Low, Off
Active D-Lighting Bracketing
Yes

Autofocus System
Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist
Detection Range
-3.5 to +19 EV (-6 to +19 EV with low-light AF), Detection range (ISO 100, f/2.0 lens, 20 °C/68 °F)
Lens Servo
Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); full-time AF (AF-F; available only in movie mode); predictive focus tracking, Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used
Focus Point
273 (single-point AF)
AF-Area Mode
Pinpoint, Single-Point, Dynamic-area AF, Wide-area AF (S), Wide-area AF (L), Auto-area AF
Focus Lock
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing center of sub-selector
Focus Modes
Pinpoint, Single-point, Dynamic-area AF, Wide-area AF (S), Wide-area AF (L), Auto-area AF
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
273
Vibration Reduction
5-axis image sensor shift
Autofocus Fine Tune
Yes

Flash Bracketing
Yes
X-Sync Speed
1/200th sec.
Top FP High Speed Sync
Up to:1/8000 sec.
Flash Control
TTL: i-TTL flash control; 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 Modes
Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow rear-curtain sync, Slow sync, Off
Flash Compensation
-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV available
Flash-ready Indicator
Lights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes as underexposure warning after flash is fired at full output
Accessory Shoe
ISO 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, Color Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync, unified flash control

White Balance
Auto (3 types), Choose color temperature (2,500 K–10,000 K), Cloudy, Direct sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent (7 types), Incandescent, Natural light auto, Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored), all with fine-tuning, Shade
White Balance Bracketing
Exposure, flash, white balance, and ADL

Live View Shooting
Photography Live View Mode, Movie Live View Mode

Movie Metering
TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
Movie Maximum Recording Time
29 minutes 59 seconds
Movie File Format
MOV, MP4
Movie Video Compression
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
Movie Audio Recording Format
Linear PCM, AAC
Movie
4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 30 fps, 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 25 fps, 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160 / 24 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 120 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 100 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 60 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 50 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 30 fps , Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 25 fps, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 / 24 fps , Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 30 fps x4, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 25 fps x4, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo / 24 fps x5 , Actual frame rates for 120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 119.88, 100, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively, Quality selection available at all sizes except, 3,840 x 2,160, 1,920 x 1,080 120p/100p, and 1,920 x 1,080 slow-mo, when quality is fixed at high
4K Ultra High Definition (UHD)
Yes
Full HD Movies (1080p)
Yes
Slow Motion Video
Yes
Movie Audio
Built-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity can be adjusted
Movie ISO
Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 51,200), M: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to Hi 2) available with selectable upper limit; manual selection (ISO 100 to 51,200 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV) with additional options available equivalent to approximately 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, or 2 EV (ISO 204,800 equivalent) above ISO 51,200, P, S, A: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to Hi 2) with selectable upper limit
Movie Active D-Lighting
Can be selected from:
Auto, Extra High, High, Normal, Low, Off
Time Code
Yes, Drop frame
Movie Log Gamma Output
N-Log with View Assist (HDMI output only)
Movie e-VR
Yes
Movie HDMI Output
Yes, up to 10 bit, Start/Stop supported
Movie Focus Peaking
Yes
Movie Highlight Display (Zebras)
Yes
Time-Lapse Movie
Up to 4K UHD; Silent mode option
AF for Movie
AF Speed and AF Tracking Sensitivity can be adjusted
Raw Video Option
Yes

Monitor Size
3.2 in. diagonal
Monitor Resolution
2100000 k dots
Monitor Type
Tilting TFT, Touch-Sensitive LCD
Touchscreen
Yes
Monitor Angle of View
170° viewing angle
Monitor Adjustments
Color balance, 11-level manual brightness controls
Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
Also visible in LiveView Modes, Also visible in Viewfinder

Playback Functions
Auto Image Rotation, Full-frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images), Highlights, Histogram Display, Location Data Display, Movie Playback , Photo and/or Movie Slide Shows, Photo Information, Picture Rating , Playback with Playback Zoom, Playback Zoom Cropping
In-Camera Image Editing
Distortion Control, D-Lighting, Image Overlay, NEF (RAW) Processing, Perspective Control, Red-eye Reduction, Resize, Side-by-Side Comparison, Straighten, Trim, Trim Movie
Image Comment
Yes

Interface
USB: Type C connector (SuperSpeed USB), HDMI: Type C HDMI connector, Accessory terminal: Can be used with MC-DC2 and other optional accessories, Audio Input: Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported), Audio Output: Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter)
Wi-Fi Functionality
Standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac, Operating frequency: 2412–2472 MHz (channel 13) and 5180–5700 MHz, Maximum output power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz band: 7.4 dBm 5 GHz band: 12.2 dBm, Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK
Smart Device App Connectivity
SnapBridge
Wireless Connectivity
Yes
Wireless Transfer to PC
Yes
Bluetooth
Communication protocols: Bluetooth Specification, Version 4.2, Operating frequency: Bluetooth: 2402–2480 MHz, Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402–2480 MHz , Approximately 10 m (32 ft.) without interference; range may vary with signal strength and presence or absence of obstacles
GPS
Via the SnapBridge app
Save/Load Camera Settings
Yes
Supported Languages
English, French, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings
Yes
Webcam Utility Compatible
Yes

Total Custom Settings
38
My Menu
Yes
Recent Settings
Yes
Supported Languages
English, French, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings
Yes

Battery / Batteries
One EN-EL15b rechargeable Li-ion battery, EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 can also be used, but note that fewer pictures can be taken on a single charge and that charging AC adapter can be used to charge EN-EL15b batteries only
Battery Life (shots per charge)
310
Movies:Approx. 85 min. of movie recording
AC Adapter
EH-7P Charging AC Adapter, EH-5c/EH-5b AC Adapter (requires EP-5B power connector, available separately)
Battery Charger
MH-25A Battery Charger

Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
5.3 in.134 mm x 4 in.100.5 mm x 2.7 in.67.5 mm
Approx. Weight
20.7 oz.585 g
Operating Environment
Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C), Humidity: Less than 85% (no condensation)

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All-around performance.

All-around amazing.

Technology

Built-in Wi-Fi Connectivity

WiFi-Bluetooth

4K UHD

Feels Like a Nikon

As comfortable and familiar as an old friend.

273-Point Hybrid Af System

Fast, accurate autofocus.

Pure Viewing Experience

Just like the real thing.

In-Body VR Image Stabilization

Steady as it goes.

Portable Cinematic Powerhouse

Made for video.

New N-Log With View Assist

Nikon N-Log 3D LUT

Expanded Versatility

Creativity meets innovation.

Connectivity

Connections? It’s got a few.

RAW Video Output Support

Key Features

Tech Specs

Ratings & Reviews

Product Forum

Support

Product Registration

Nikon Answers Site

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