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Nikon Z 30 Mirrorless Camera with 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens

Nikon Z 30 Mirrorless Camera with 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens

4.7· 506 ratings

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$796.95at Adorama, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the Nikon Z 30 Mirrorless Camera with 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens

The Nikon Z 30 is a compact APS-C mirrorless camera built for vlogging and video first, with a 20.9MP sensor, a flip-out screen and no electronic viewfinder. This kit pairs it with the 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR power-zoom lens, a wide, stabilized zoom that suits handheld talking-head and walkaround shooting. It records 4K up to 30p and 1080p up to 120p, and can run for up to 125 minutes per clip. The latest best price for this kit is $159 at Distritech as of November 3, well below what this two-piece kit has typically sold for.

Best forVloggers and solo creators who film themselvesFirst-time mirrorless buyers who want simple videoTravelers wanting a light wide-angle zoom kitStreamers and webcam users
Pros
  • Flip-out screen and front tally lamp make framing yourself easy
  • Power zoom lens gives smooth, quiet zoom for video
  • 5-axis VR in the lens steadies handheld footage
  • Long 125-minute clip limit and clean HDMI out
  • Light body that works as a USB webcam
Cons
  • No electronic viewfinder, hard to frame in bright sun
  • No in-body image stabilization; relies on the lens
  • 4K is cropped and limited to 30p
  • Single card slot and modest battery life

Nikon Z 30 Mirrorless Camera with 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens prices at every store

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Nikon Z 30 Mirrorless Camera with 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens price history

Lowest price we've seen: $796.95 on Nov 2 at Adorama. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.

What reviewers say

Owners rate it highly as a starter video camera, praising the flip screen, light body and easy handling. Common complaints are the missing viewfinder, average battery life and the 4K crop.

Pros
  • Simple controls and comfortable grip
  • Sharp, stabilized wide-angle kit lens
  • Good autofocus for faces and eyes
Cons
  • Battery drains quickly when filming
  • No viewfinder for sunny outdoor shooting
  • Rolling shutter in fast pans

Specifications

Shoe Mount
1x Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread
1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Sensor Size
23.5 x 15.7mm
File System
DCF 2.0 Exif 2.31
Multiple Exposure
Yes Add Average Lighten Darken
Active D-Lighting Bracketing
Yes
Autofocus System
Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF
Focus Lock
Yes
Movie Metering
TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
Movie Maximum Recording Time
Up to 125 minutes
Movie File Format
MOV MP4
Movie Video Compression
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
Movie Audio Recording Format
Linear PCM AAC
Movie HDMI Output
Yes

Questions and answers

Is the Nikon Z 30 worth it for vlogging?
Yes, if you film yourself and want a light camera with a flip screen and clean audio input. It lacks a viewfinder and in-body stabilization, so handheld run-and-gun shooting needs the lens VR and a steady hand.
How does it compare with the Z 50?
The Z 50 has an electronic viewfinder and a bigger grip, while the Z 30 drops the viewfinder and adds vlogging features like the tally lamp and longer record times. Choose the Z 30 for video, the Z 50 for stills with eye-level framing.
What is the battery life when recording video?
Expect roughly 35 to 75 minutes of continuous recording per charge depending on settings and temperature, so carry a spare EN-EL25 battery for long shoots. The camera can record up to 125 minutes per clip when power allows.
What is in the box?
The kit includes the Z 30 body, the 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens, an EN-EL25 battery, a charger, a strap and body cap. A memory card is not included.
Does the 12-28mm lens work on other Nikon Z cameras?
Yes, it mounts on any Nikon Z body, including full-frame models where it works in crop mode. On APS-C bodies it gives a 18-42mm equivalent field of view.
When is this kit cheapest?
Mirrorless kit prices tend to dip around Black Friday, holiday sales and when a successor is announced. The current $159 at Distritech as of November 3 is far below the kit's usual selling price, so it is an unusually low point.
What do buyers say about the Nikon Z 30 Mirrorless Camera with 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens?
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 506 ratings.

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