Nikon has unveiled the Z6 III, a compelling addition to their Z mirrorless camera line. This camera boasts the world’s first in sensor technology and promises exceptional performance for photographers and videographers alike.

Key specifications

• 24MP “Partially Stacked” CMOS sensor
• 14fps with mech shutter, 20fps e-shutter up to 1000 Raw files
• Up to 60fps JPEG in full resolution, 120fps with APS-C crop
• In-body image stabilization rated at up to 8.0 stops
• 5.76M dot EVF with high brightness and wide color gamut
• Fully articulated 3.2″ 2.1M dot rear screen
• 6K/60p N-Raw video, 6K/30p ProRes Raw
• 5.4K/60p H.265 video
• Pre-burst capture, pixel-shift high-res mode

A Pioneering Sensor: Partially-Stacked CMOS for Unmatched Speed

The Z6 III takes center stage with its groundbreaking partially-stacked CMOS sensor. This innovative technology represents a significant leap forward in speed and low-light performance. By cleverly stacking high-speed processing circuits on top of the sensor’s light-capturing area, Nikon achieves blisteringly fast readout speeds. This translates to tangible benefits for photographers and videographers:

• Capture the Decisive Moment: No more missed shots! The Z6 III boasts rapid continuous shooting speeds, reaching up to an impressive 20 frames per second (RAW) and a staggering 120 frames per second (JPEG). Whether you’re photographing fleeting wildlife or capturing the peak of an athlete’s performance, the Z6 III ensures you freeze the action with precision.
• Low-Light Prowess: The partially-stacked sensor, combined with the powerful EXPEED 7 image-processing engine (inherited from the flagship Z9 and Z8), delivers exceptional low-light capabilities. Expect cleaner images with minimal noise, even when shooting in dimly lit environments.

The Z6 III goes beyond its groundbreaking sensor, offering a robust feature set:

• High-Resolution Electronic Viewfinder (EVF): Enjoy a bright, high-resolution viewfinder for composing images with confidence. The Z6 III’s EVF delivers superior colour fidelity, making framing and focusing a seamless experience for both photographers and videographers who rely on accurate image previews during recording.

• Advanced Autofocus System: Lock onto your subject with unwavering precision. The Z6 III boasts sophisticated subject tracking capabilities, ensuring sharp focus on your chosen subject, even when it’s moving erratically.
• A Video Powerhouse: The Z6 III caters to professional videographers with stunning 6K/60p internal RAW video recording capabilities. Additionally, the camera allows for oversampled 4K UHD footage, providing exceptional image quality for even the most demanding projects.The camera can capture video in:
  • N-RAW (12 bit)
  • Apple ProRes RAW HQ (12 bit)
  • Apple ProRes 422 HQ (10 bit)
  • H.265/HEVC (8 bit/10 bit)
  • H.264/AVC (8 bit)
• Improved Ergonomics: Long shooting sessions become more enjoyable with the Z6 III’s familiar and comfortable grip. Nikon has prioritized ergonomics, ensuring the camera feels balanced and secure in your hands, reducing fatigue during extended use.

New functions to further expand possibilities for imaging expression

The Z6III supports a new Flexible Color Picture Control for use in NX Studio*, Nikon’s image browsing, processing, and editing computer software. This new option allows users greater freedom of expression with their images. It supports Color Blender and Color Grading features that enable intuitive adjustment of hue, chroma, and brightness to match the user’s intent. Combinations of settings configured in NX Studio can then be exported to the Z6III and registered as Custom Picture Controls that can be applied at any time when shooting. These settings are also reflected in the live view display while shooting, allowing users to preview the results.

In addition, the new Nikon Imaging Cloud service offers “Imaging Recipes” and custom Picture Controls suggested by Nikon or supervised by creators. Users can transfer up to nine of these recipes to the Z6III via Wi-Fi, enabling them to easily experiment with the creative styles of their favorite creators, enhancing their enjoyment of imaging expression. What’s more, Z6III firmware can be updated without the need for a computer or smart device. Images captured with the camera can also be automatically uploaded to Nikon Imaging Cloud as soon as the camera is connected to the service via Wi-Fi*². From there, they can be directly transferred to pre-configured third-party cloud storage services, making the storage and sharing of images even more convenient.

Additional features

• The most powerful vibration reduction in the Nikon Z-series cameras — equivalent to an 8.0 stop*.
• Focus-point VR reduces blurring in focused areas, even when the subject is near the edge of the frame.
• Rich Tone Portrait Picture Control that realizes radiant and beautiful rendering of skin textures.
• Offers skin softening and portrait impression balance functions effective for portrait photography.
• A pixel shift shooting function that allows for the creation of approximately 96-megapixel images by combining multiple RAW (NEF) files.
• Electronic vibration reduction for effective image stabilization with video recording.
• Supports Hi-Res Zoom, which allows users to zoom in on their subject with no loss in image quality with video recording, even when using a prime lens.
• Users can choose from five different electronic shutter sounds and choose volume level from five options.