How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Nikon
Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z30
Short AnswerNikon Z30 wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Autofocus PointsTie
Battery LifeNikon Z30
WeightNikon Z30
Launch PriceNikon Z30
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A20.9
B20.9
Battery (Shots)
A310
B330
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A445
B406
AF Points
A209
B209
Form Factor
134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5 mm
128 × 73.5 × 59.5 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Nikon Z fc If…
Choose Nikon Z30 If…
- Higher battery life (330 shots vs 310 shots)
- Lighter body (406 g vs 445 g)
- Costs less at launch ($710 vs $959.95)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Nikon Z fc | Nikon Z30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Megapixels | 20.9 MP | 20.9 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 209 | 209 |
| Low-Light AF | -4.5 EV | -4.5 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 5 fps | 11 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/4000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | None |
| EVF Resolution | 2.36M | — |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Vari-angle | Vari-angle |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Internal Color | 8-bit 4:2:0 | 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 445 g | 406 g |
| Card Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 310 Shots | 330 Shots |
| Launch Price | 959.95 | 710 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.