Nikon Zfvs Sony FX30
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Who should buy what
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
Sony FX30 (2022)
- Filmmakers and video creators who want a dedicated cinema-style APS-C body
- Content creators who need S-Cinetone and S-Log3 in a compact form factor
- A6700 owners who want cinema-style ergonomics and a full-size HDMI port
- Video professionals who want Sony's colour science without full-frame pricing
Quick take: The sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the nikon zf is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Nikon Zf (2023) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,699 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.5MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 710g with battery | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Nikon Zf | Sony FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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