Nikon Z6 III
Nikon · Mirrorless · 24.5 MP · 6K video
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What We Like
+World's first partially-stacked CMOS sensor with 3.5x faster readout speed than Z6II, enabling 120 fps continuous shooting and improved autofocus performance
+Advanced autofocus system with 493-point phase-detection, 9-subject recognition, and -10 EV low-light capability inherited from Z8/Z9 flagships
+Professional 6K/60p internal N-RAW video recording with ProRes RAW support and 4K/120p, making it a powerful hybrid stills/video camera
+Exceptionally bright 5.76M-dot EVF at 4000 nits with 120 fps refresh rate and DCI-P3 color gamut for clear viewing in all conditions
+Robust weather sealing and magnesium alloy body with operating range to -10°C, providing reliability comparable to Z8 professional cameras
+Fully articulating 3.2-inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD and customizable controls make it intuitive for both stills and video work
Worth Knowing
−Reduced dynamic range at base ISO compared to Z6II, a trade-off for faster sensor readout speeds
−Potential moiré artifacts in fine textures similar to previous Z6 models, which can be difficult to remove in post-processing
−Custom memory banks not as flexible as Z8/Z9 professional models
−No illuminated back buttons for low-light operation, limiting visibility in very dark environments
General | |
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About This CameraThe Nikon Z6III is a mid-range full-frame mirrorless camera that features the world's first partially-stacked CMOS sensor with 24.5 effective megapixels, achieving an approximately 3.5x faster readout than the Z6II. It delivers continuous shooting up to 120 fps, 6K/60p internal RAW video recording with oversampled 4K UHD, and 8 stops of built-in image stabilization with Focus Point VR. As a professional daily driver, it offers excellent ergonomics, fast/sticky AF, rich natural image quality, a great EVF, serious weather sealing, and access to a superb Z-mount lens lineup—all at a price below the flagship tier. | |
| Brand | Nikon |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. | Jun 2024 |
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. | 2024 |
| Camera weight | 760 g |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless |
Sensor | |
| Type | Partially-stacked CMOS sensor |
| ISO Range | 100-64000 native (expandable to 50-204800) |
Processor | |
| Engine | EXPEED 7 |
Autofocus | |
| System | 493-point phase-detection AF |
| Subject Detection | 9 types (people, dogs, cats, birds, airplanes, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trains) |
| Low Light Performance | AF detection down to -10 EV |
| Speed | Approx. 20% faster than Z6II |
Continuous shooting | |
| Raw | 20 fps (electronic shutter), 14 fps (mechanical shutter) |
| JPEG | 60 fps (full-frame), 120 fps (DX crop mode) |
| Pre Release Capture | Up to 120 fps |
Shutter | |
| Maximum Speed | 1/16,000 sec |
Viewfinder | |
| Brightness | 4000 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 fps |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
Image stabilization | |
| Type | 5-axis in-body (IBIS) |
| Compensation | 8 stops (with Focus Point VR) |
Video | |
| Internal RAW | 6K/60p (N-RAW) |
| ProRes RAW | 5.4K/60p |
| Frame Rates | 4K/120p, Full HD/240p |
| Codecs | H.265 10-bit, ProRes 422 HQ |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |  6K |
Display | |
| Type | 3.2-inch vari-angle touchscreen |
| Resolution | Fully articulating |
| Viewing Angle | 170 degrees |
Build | |
| Material | Magnesium alloy with Sereebo body |
| Operating Temperature | Down to -10°C/14°F |
Memory | |
| Card Slots | SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B/XQD |
Connectivity | |
| USB | USB-C |
| Video Output | HDMI 2.1 |
Other | |
| Pixel Shift | Up to 96MP high-resolution mode |
| Firmware | Version 2.0 adds auto-capture and C2PA authentication |
Optics | |
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. | 24.5 MP050 |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. | Electronic |
Features | |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |  Yes |
Storage & Battery | |
| Dual memory card slots |  Yes |