Nikon Z6III Mirrorless Body Only
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OUTPERFORM
Discover the Nikon Z6III Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera.
Outstanding Autofocus. Exceptional Speed. 6K/60p Internal RAW + 240p HD Video.
Meet the revolutionary Nikon Z6III, a high-performance full-frame camera that elevates your cinematic storytelling with a 3.5x faster readout compared to the Nikon Z 6II(1), 6k/60p RAW in-camera recording, advanced portraiture capabilities, a bright EVF, and much more.
Beyond a Generational Upgrade - A Significant Advancement for the Z6 Series.
Where Creativity Thrives.
Videos that Inspire.
See the World with Fresh Eyes.
Capture stunning photos and videos in any lighting conditions, featuring the brightest(6) EVF in mirrorless cameras. Experience high-resolution visuals and a wide color gamut with 4000 cd/m2 luminance and DCI-P3.
Uninterrupted Clarity.
Powered by a rapid, partially-stacked sensor and the EXPEED 7 image-processing engine, the EVF offers uninterrupted clarity at 60fps, even during high-speed shooting.
Capture Every Moment.
Never miss a beat with Pre-Release Capture, even at speeds up to 120fps in high-speed continuous shooting(7). The Nikon Z6III lets you capture moments even before fully pressing the shutter button. Additionally, enjoy enhanced flexibility with C60 in 24MP when shooting in FX image area size (36x24).
Take it to the Cloud.
Launching with the Nikon Z6III, the Nikon Imaging Cloud* is an all-new cloud library packed with stunning Nikon pre-sets and user imaging recipes for instant application. Plus, enjoy wireless image uploads and automatic firmware updates.
The service is scheduled to start at a later date. Launch date and service details may differ by region.
Your Canvas. Your Creativity.
Masterfully adjust your colors with Flexible Color Picture Control in NX Studio and create personalized shooting profiles. Capture perfect portraits with on-camera Picture Control, including Rich Tone Portrait & Skin Softening.
Effortless Focus. Exceptional Clarity.
Capture exceptional shots in low-light with the Nikon Z6III's advanced AF & ISO performance. With 9 types of subject detection and superior ISO capabilities including -10EV(8) and ISO 64000 (up to ISO 51200 for video), achieve minimal noise and maximum clarity, even in dim conditions. Enhanced by deep learning, the AF detects human faces filling just 3% of the frame, even in backlit scenes.
Clear as Day. Even at Night.
Experience edge-to-edge clarity and sharpness. Nikon's Focus-Point VR intelligently captures focused subjects(9), while the 8.0-stop(10) in-camera VR opens new possibilities for handheld night photography.
Engineered to Excel.
With the ability to shoot in freezing conditions down to -10°C, the Nikon Z6III inherits the same durable operability and customisation high-end Nikon users rely on. And with an additional MB-N14 battery pack you can boost your Nikon Z6III's battery life by approximately 1.9x.
Your Canvas. Your Creativity.
| Z6II | Z6III | |
|---|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 24.5MP conventional CMOS | 24.5MP partially-stacked CMOS |
| Processing Engine | 2x EXPEED 6 | EXPEED 7 |
| Photo File Formats | JPEG, NEF (RAW) | JPEG, HEIF, NEF (RAW) |
| Max. Video Resolution | 4K UHD/30P | 6K/60P Internal RAW |
| Video Formats | H.264, MPEG-4 | N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes 422 HQ, H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC |
| Autofocus System | 273 point AF with human and animal detection | 99 point AF with 3D tracking and subject detection for 9 subjects built from deep learning |
| Image Stabilisation | 5-axis built-in VR up to 5 stops | 5-axis built-in VR with Focus Point VR up to 8 stops |
| Viewfinder | 3690k-dot, max 60 fps | 5360k-dot, DCI-P3 equivalent gamut, 4000-nit brightness, max 120 fps |
| Model | Z6III |
| Image Sensor | Full-frame/FX-format partially-stacked CMOS sensor, approx. 24.5 megapixels |
| Lens Mount | Z mount |
| Electronic Viewfinder | Frame coverage: approx. 100% / resolution: 5760k-dot 1,600 × 1,200 (UXGA) / magnification: approx. 0.8× / eyepoint: 21 mm |
| Live View | Switching between photo mode and video mode, vertical shooting display (in photo mode) |
| Shutter | 1/8000-30 s (1/16000-30 s with electronic shutter), -900 s, Bulb, Time, flash sync speed of 1/200 s (1/60 s with electronic shutter), electronic shutter sounds |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | 20 fps (CH+ with electronic shutter), 14 fps (CH+ with mechanical shutter), high-speed frame capture (C30, C60, C120), pre-release capture |
| Number of Shots Possible with Burst of Continuous Shooting | More than 1000 shots (recorded in JPEG format with electronic shutter) |
| ISO Sensitivity | ISO 100-64000, Lo 1.0, Hi 1.7 (ISO 100-51200 for video) |
| Auto Focus | Hybrid focal-plane phase-detection/contrast AF, 273 focus points, 89% × 88% coverage, pixel interpolation, subject detection (people (eyes, face, head, upper body), birds, dogs, cats, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trains, and airplanes), pinpoint, single-point, dynamic-area (S, M, and L), wide-area (S, L, Custom), and auto-area (89% × 96% coverage) AF; 3D-tracking; subject-tracking AF |
| Metering Mode | Matrix, center-weighted, spot, and highlight-weighted metering |
| Vibration Reduction | 5-axis image sensor shift, 8.0 stops, Synchro VR, focus point VR |
| Stills (Tone Mode) | SDR, HLG (HLG stills supported), AUTO (utilizing scene detection) |
| Image Processing | Image-processing engine: EXPEED 7 / file format (image quality) for stills: RAW (lossless compression, high efficiency★, high efficiency), JPEG, HEIF |
| Media Slots | CFexpress (XQD) + SD (UHS-II) |
| Video Recording Settings | 5.4K/60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p; 4K/120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p; Full-HD/240p, 200p, 120p, 100p, 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p; MOV (H.265 (8, 10 bits), ProRes 422 HQ (10 bits)), MP4 (H.264, MPEG-4 AVC (8 bits)), N-Log, HLG, electronic VR support, Hi-res Zoom (4K: 1.4× / Full-HD: 2.0×) Internal RAW (N-RAW, ProRes RAW) video recording support, 6K/60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p (6K/60p and 50p are available only for N-RAW), slow motion (MP4 (H.264, MPEG-4 AVC (8 bits)), 30p 4×, 25p 4×, 24p 5× supported) |
| Audio | Built-in stereo microphone (no mic for voice memos), built-in monaural speaker Audio recording format: Linear PCM (for videos recorded in MOV format), AAC (for videos recorded in MP4 format) |
| Monitor | 3.2-in. (3:2), approx. 2100k-dot vari-angle touch-sensitive LCD (touch Fn supported) |
| Power Source | EN-EL15c, EN-EL15b (both support USB power charging/delivery), EN-EL15a, supports EH-5d AC adaptor (EP-5B power connector required) |
| Interface | Type C USB (USB 3.2), Type A HDMI, external stereo microphone (line input supported) and headphone connectors; accessory terminal (square 10-pin), accessory shoe; Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Dust- and Drip-Resistance | Equivalent to the Z8 |
| Communication | Support for PC, FTP, camera, and smart device (SnapBridge, NX MobileAir) connection, and Nikon Imaging Cloud |
| Others | Portrait impression balance, improvement in color temperature setting, Flexible Color Picture Control (NX Studio), pixel shift shooting, digital flicker reduction |
| Dimensions (W×H×D), Weight | Approx. 138 × 101.5 × 74 mm, approx. 760 g (with battery and memory card), 670 g (camera body only) |
1. In photo mode (set to 14-bit RAW).
2. The angle of view is 95% of FX.
3. When using H.265 8-bit (MOV) format, with auto temperature cutout set to [High], at 23°C, paired with a Nikon MC-CF660G memory card and an external power source.
4. Note that the maximum output level drops due to loss of highlight data. We recommend selecting a low value for zebra pattern. A Highlight threshold around [230] is recommended for Lo 1.0 and [200] for Lo 2.0.
5. With electronic VR, the angle of view becomes equivalent to 1.25× the focal length of the lens in use. Not compatible with RAW video, 5.4K or frame rates of 100p or higher.
6. Among full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras as of June 17, 2024. Based on Nikon research.
7. In JPEG only.
8. In photo mode using single-servo AF (AF-S) at ISO 100 equivalent and a temperature of 20°C/68°F with a f/1.2 lens.
9. Only in Photo mode with NIKKOR Z lenses without VR. It does not work when multiple focus points are displayed.
10. Using the telephoto end of the NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S. Based on CIPA Standards.