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Nikon Zfc / Zf Series
Nikon's retro-styled Z-mount cameras — APS-C and full-frame.
The Nikon retro line blends classic SLR aesthetics with modern mirrorless technology. The Zfc brought this approach to APS-C with a DX sensor and vintage dial layout; the Zf upgraded to full-frame with a 24.5MP sensor and improved autofocus, making it the most stylish full-frame buy of its generation.
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Generation 1
Nikon Nikon Zfc
21MP
4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p
Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection
None (lens-based only)
11fps
300 shots (CIPA)
445g body only
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Current generation
Nikon Nikon Zf
25MP
4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit
Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle)
5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops
14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic
~380 shots (CIPA)
Weather sealed
710g with battery
What's new in this generation
- Resolution: 24MP (+4MP)
- Weather sealing added
- IBIS added
- Video: 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit
- Price: +£900 vs previous
All generations at a glance
| Spec | Nikon Zfc (2021) | Nikon Zf (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £799 | £1699 |
| Resolution | 21MP | 25MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Stabilisation | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 11fps | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery | 300 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Weight | 445g body only | 710g with battery |