Nikon debuts Z 30 for content creators, NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S

GaryPageau

Nikon Inc. debuted the new Nikon Z 30 mirrorless camera designed specifically for video content creators, vloggers, and streamers. The new Nikon Z 30 will be available in mid-July 2022 in a variety of kit configurations; As a body only for $709.95 SRP, with a NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 lens for $849.95 SRP, or as a two-lens kit with the NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 for $1199.95 SRP.Nikon will also offer a Creators Accessory Kit for $149.95 SRP*, which will include a SmallRig Tripod Grip, the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control, plus the Rode VideoMicro Microphone. Nikon also announced the release of the NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S lens (see below).

Nikon Z 30

The Z 30 features a 20-megapixel APS-C /DX-format CMOS sensor with the ability to capture people and pets at up to 11 fps.

“A real camera with interchangeable lenses is a big leap in a creator’s personal evolution,” said Jay Vannatter, Executive Vice President, Nikon Inc. “We want to support creators by taking the guesswork out of how to get the best production value, which helps them to take their creativity further and grow their communities.”

Major features:

  • Front-facing 3-inch Vari-Angle touchscreen-LCD
  • Reliably fast and sharp autofocus with the added benefit of Eye Detection AF.
  • REC lamp acts as a tally light, illuminating on the front of the camera to confirm recording.
  • Higher quality audio enhances your content thanks to a built-in stereo microphone, plus an additional input for using a more powerful external stereo or directional microphone.
  • Get it all in one take with more than two hours (125 minutes) of recording time, which is ideal for longer videos such as an extensive DIY.
  • Superior low light performance with an ISO range up to 25600 for video and 51200 for photos, enabling sharp rendering of details and textures in lower light.
  • Sharp video quality at up to 4K 30P UHD with plenty of room to punch in, or Full HD up to 120P to easily create dramatic slow-motion.
  • Get the look you want with the Picture Control Auto function, which adjusts the video settings according to the scene. There are also 20 different types of Creative Picture Controls to add creative flair to video, and eliminate the need for extra color grading.
  • Record on widely available SD cards.
  • Keep the camera running using an external USB-C power source, plus the camera also works with Nikon’s free Webcam Utility streaming software to integrate for streaming or web conferences.

NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S

Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S

Nikon also announced the NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S, a super-telephoto prime lens compatible with full-frame/FX-format Nikon Z mount mirrorless cameras and offers both superior sharpness and clarity with a compact size and lightweight design. The lens weighs approximately 2.55 lbs (1,160 g, excluding tripod collar), and a total length of approximately 9.2 inches (234.5mm). This lens is also compatible with the Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4× and the Z TELECONVERTER TC-2.0×, expanding the ability to bring distant subjects even closer.

The NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S belongs to the S-Line lens series that pursues the ultimate in optical performance, and is constructed with one ED glass element, two Super ED glass elements, and one SR lens element, the company says. The NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S lens will be available starting in July 2022 for a suggested retail price of $3,249.95.