Nikon Z6 III unveiled: Speed demon with a new stacked sensor

After the teaser for the Nikon Z 6 III, the company has now officially announced the latest addition to its popular Z-series lineup. This camera is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, the Z 6 II ($1,596.95), offering a new sensor and some perks that go with it. So, let’s see what Nikon brings to the table with its latest mirrorless camera.

What’s new?

The Nikon Z6III boasts a 24.5MP partially stacked CMOS sensor, which is a first for Nikon. This design delivers significant improvements in speed and performance, including faster autofocus, quicker continuous shooting rates (up to 60 fps), and smoother electronic viewfinder performance.

Building upon the capabilities of the Z9 and Z8, the Z6III features a vastly improved autofocus system. It supports low-light AF down to -10 EV and offers subject detection for various subjects, including people and animals.

The Z6III also shines in the video department. It’s capable of internal recording at up to 6K60p in raw format. This makes it a compelling option for content creators who require high-quality footage for professional use.

The Z6III features a robust build with a side-opening vari-angle touchscreen LCD. The electronic viewfinder boasts a high resolution (5.76 million dots) and impressive peak brightness (4000 nits). Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, and dual memory card slots. I would not be surprised if after a play the Z6III will make it to our best Nikon cameras report.

Specs and product photos

Key Specs
Lens Mount	Nikon Z
Sensor Resolution	Effective: 24.5 Megapixel
Image Sensor	Full-Frame Partially Stacked CMOS
Image Stabilization	Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
ISO Sensitivity Range	100 to 64,000
Continuous Shooting	Mechanical Shutter
	Up to 14 fps at 24.5 MP (Raw)
	Electronic Shutter
	Up to 60 fps at 24.5 MP
	Electronic Shutter
	Up to 120 fps for up to 1000 Frames (JPEG)
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Internal Recording Modes	Raw
	5760 x 3840
	ProRes RAW
	5760 x 3840
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External Recording Modes	HDMI
	UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)
Media/Memory Card Slot	Slot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD
	Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Video I/O	1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Input
Audio I/O	1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
	2x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O	1x USB-C Input
Other I/O	1x USB-C Data Input (Shared with Power Input)
	1x Nikon DC2
Wireless	2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
	Bluetooth 5.0
Display Type	Tilting Touchscreen LCD
Battery Type	1x EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Imaging
Lens Mount	Nikon Z
Sensor Resolution	Effective: 24.5 Megapixel
Image Sensor	Full-Frame Partially Stacked CMOS
Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)	Crop Factor: 1x
	*Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video Modes
Image Stabilization	Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Built-In ND Filter	No
Capture Type	Stills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter Type	Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Speed	Electronic Shutter
	Up to 1/16000 Second
Bulb/Time Mode	No
ISO Sensitivity Range	100 to 64,000
Metering Method	Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, Spot
Exposure Modes	Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Continuous Shooting	Mechanical Shutter
	Up to 14 fps at 24.5 MP (Raw)
	Electronic Shutter
	Up to 60 fps at 24.5 MP
	Electronic Shutter
	Up to 120 fps for up to 1000 Frames (JPEG)
Interval Recording	Yes
Self-Timer	2/5/10/20-Second Delay
Still Image Capture
Image Sizes	3:2 JPEG / Raw
	24.5 MP (6000 x 4000)
Aspect Ratio	3:02
Image File Format	JPEG, Raw
Video Capture
Internal Recording Modes	Raw
	5760 x 3840
	ProRes RAW
	5760 x 3840
External Recording Modes	HDMI
	UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support	Slow-Motion Only
IP Streaming	No
Built-In Microphone	Stereo
Audio Recording	AAC Audio
	2-Channel LPCM Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot	Slot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD
	Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Video I/O	1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Input
Audio I/O	1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
	2x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O	1x USB-C Input
Other I/O	1x USB-C Data Input (Shared with Power Input)
	1x Nikon DC2
Wireless	2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
	Bluetooth 5.0
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)	GPS
Monitor
Display Size	3.2″
Resolution	2,100,000 Dot
Display Type	Tilting Touchscreen LCD
Secondary Display	Top: Status Display
Viewfinder
Type	Built-In Electronic
Size	0.5″
Resolution	5,760,000 Dot
Eye Point	21 mm
Coverage	100%
Magnification	Approx. 0.8x
Diopter Adjustment	-4 to +2
Focus
Focus Type	Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode	Continuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus Points	Photo, Video
	493
Autofocus Sensitivity	-10 to +18 EV
Flash
Built-In Flash/Light	No
Flash Modes	First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Curtain/Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
Maximum Sync Speed	1/200 Second
Flash Compensation	-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System	iTTL
External Flash Connection	Shoe Mount
Environmental
Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Operating Humidity	0 to 85%
General
Battery Type	1x EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Shoe Mount	1x Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread	1x 1/4″-20 Female
Material of Construction	Magnesium Alloy

Who is the NikonZ6III for?

Overall, the Nikon Z 6 III appears to be a well-rounded camera that bridges the gap between high-end mirrorless cameras and more affordable options. With its feature set, it’s likely to be a popular choice for photographers and videographers of all levels.

Availability and pricing

The Nikon Z 6 III is available for preorders and priced at $2,496.95. It’s expected to start shipping soon, on June 25, 2024. You can also get it with a 24-70 f/4 lens for $3,096.95.