• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.9 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.9 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Nikon Z fc advantages over Nikon Z 30

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Thinner
    43 mm vs 59 mm
    Thinner

Nikon Z 30 advantages over Nikon Z fc

  • Less expensive
    $697 vs $997
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Newer
    2 years vs 3 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30

Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $907
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Newer
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash
Nikon Z 30
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Fujifilm X-T200

Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $907
  • APS-C
  • Newer
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Nikon Z 30
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Newer
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Fujifilm X-S10

Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-S10
  • $907
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
Nikon Z 30
Fujifilm X-S10
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Newer
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Nikon Z fc
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $907
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Thinner
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Nikon Z 30
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Newer
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30 II

Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $907
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash
Nikon Z 30
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Longer video battery life
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
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