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title: "Z fc with Wide-Angle Zoom Lens | Retro-inspired compact mirrorless stills/video camera with 16-50mm zoom lens | Nikon USA Model"
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# 4K UHD video with flip-out vari-angle LCD SnapBridge wireless image transfer 20.9MP DX CMOS sensor Z fc with Wide-Angle Zoom Lens | Retro-inspired compact mirrorless stills/video camera with 16-50mm zoom lens | Nikon USA Model

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** $2253.07
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📷 Capture the past, create the future with Nikon Z fc!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Z fc with Wide-Angle Zoom Lens | Retro-inspired compact mirrorless stills/video camera with 16-50mm zoom lens | Nikon USA Model by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** $2253.07 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lens Freedom:** Compatible with NIKKOR Z and F Mount lenses via FTZ adapter—customize your creative vision without limits.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Lightweight, retro-inspired design fits perfectly in your hand and your lifestyle—travel-ready and stylish.
- • **Seamless Social Sharing:** Instantly transfer photos via SnapBridge app—never miss a moment or a chance to impress your network.
- • **Vlogger’s Dream Setup:** 4K UHD video, flip-out touchscreen, and full-time eye-detect autofocus keep you in frame and in focus.
- • **Vintage Vibes, Modern Mastery:** Classic analog controls meet cutting-edge EXPEED 6 processing for stunning 20.9MP images.

## Overview

The Nikon Z fc is a retro-inspired compact mirrorless camera featuring a 20.9MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 6 processor, delivering superb image quality and 4K UHD video. Designed for creators who value tactile analog controls and modern connectivity, it includes a flip-out vari-angle touchscreen, full-time eye-detection autofocus, and wireless image transfer via SnapBridge. Lightweight and compatible with a wide range of NIKKOR lenses, the Z fc blends vintage style with versatile performance for photographers and vloggers on the go.

## Description

The Z fc mirrorless camera features a classic, tactile design fused with modern Z series technology. Equipped with a flip out vlogger screen, this DX-format 4K UHD compact camera delivers big image quality for photos and videos.

Review: A Nice Little Camera for the Serious or Less-Serious Photographer - Disclaimer: I’m speaking from the perspective of a dabbler, not a pro or even a serious hobbyist. If you fall into one of those categories, there are far more technical reviews you can read. I am reviewing from the perspective of someone who just wants to take some nice pictures but is not a camera expert. Bear that in mind if you choose to read on. Last year I decided I wanted an upgrade from an older Nikon (D3200?) purchased over a decade ago. There was nothing wrong with my old camera, but it lacked certain features, like wireless photo transfer, which made things inconvenient, and I just wanted something a little smaller and newer. I did a lot of shopping and comparing and ultimately settled back on Nikon and this particular model for three reasons: 1. The Fuji camera I was looking at was very sold out. 2. The Zfc had good reviews and a reasonable price point. 3. I had been using my old Nikon camera recently and was familiar with the functionality. (I did have a Fuji once upon a time, but it was a very, very long time ago in digital camera years.) I also have small hands, so size and weight are really important. I think I would have done fine with either this camera or the Fuji I was looking at, but in any case, it was a factor. I’ve been using this camera for about a year now and taken it on a few travels. It has lived up to expectations as far as size and weight, but definitely do yourself a favor and buy the grip. It’s not very expensive, it seamlessly blends in and doesn’t affect the vintage look, and I’m not sure how anyone functions without it. The lens the camera came with (16-50mm) is basic but serviceable, and if you’re just starting off on your DSLR journey it will take a nice enough photo until you start wanting something more/different. I’ve purchased a few lenses since, including a heavier zoom lens and one non-Nikon brand lens. Everything has connected smoothly and worked well with the camera. Getting Around: The menus are fairly intuitive, and similar enough to the older model that I didn’t have to struggle to learn where everything was. (If this is your first, you will, unfortunately, have to learn where everything is.) Ironically, the one thing I’ve really struggled with on this camera is the gosh-darn wireless photo transfer! Every time I want to use it I spend too much time trying to make it work, although this is partly because I photo dump so infrequently. I’ve had more luck getting an SD card reader and going that route. Durability: Other than that, technically-speaking, I’ve had no complaints. The battery life has been very good, and when I was trying my hand at some night photography when it was positively freezing (literally right at freezing) out, it handled the weather like a champ. Speaking of “like a champ,” the camera has taken some small tumbles (maybe a foot or so onto carpet, but a tumble nonetheless) and been slung around inside a camera bag inside my backpack and shows no signs of trouble. I suppose these days you don’t expect a product to break when the wind blows on it, but when you pay over a thousand dollars for something, you’re also afraid that it will break when the wind blows on it. So far, so good. Photo Quality: Obviously the lens has some bearing on the photos you take, but I’ve generally been happy with the pictures I’ve taken. The colors are brilliant and the pictures crisp. I think we all have our sense of what colors should look like, so of course I will tinker a little bit afterward, but a lot of the time the picture is absolutely fine without adjustment. Autofocus mostly knows what it’s doing, and when it doesn’t I switch to manual, and the camera has, thus far, performed well in lower light. (Noting here that while I mostly use autofocus, I also use manual settings for everything else. There’s no shame in putting your camera on full-auto, but sometimes these cameras can go a little overboard in favor of letting in light, and it washes out your results in a way no photo app can salvage. This PSA is also my way of saying, “I do not have a lot of experience with the auto settings.”) In short, this is a really nice camera for the price point, good for smaller hands, and it travels well. It’s obviously not a super-pro-level rig (see: price point) but if you’re like me and you just want to take some nice pictures of your journeys (whether that’s literal journeys or the figurative journey of life) then you can’t do much better and could do a whole lot worse. (And did I mention that it’s cute? It’s a really cute camera. I love a vintage-looking anything.)
Review: Best of digital and SLR - I love this camera. I came up with Nikon film SLRs including the FM2 that this is based upon so I find the Zfc very intuitive to handle. It's better than my D7000. The controls on the top deck are great--no menu-diving for basic adjustments! The fold-out display itself is well organized and convenient especially since it will flip around and fold flat against the camera. I use the touchscreen all the time. The viewfinder is bright and not too busy. Picture quality is excellent shooting JPGs at the FINE level. I like the "Silent" setting--good for quiet, indoor events. I bought an SB-700 speedlight--no complaints there. The Zfc will even accept my legacy SB-25 on manual. Autofocus is fantastic, metering great. I use some of the creative filter settings. Snapbridge works well with my Android phone. Very easy to review and share images in the moment with onboard wifi & Bluetooth. I'm aware that the full-frame Nikon Zf is favored by many for its sensor size and marginally higher-quality images. If I want to approximate that with the Zfc though, I can shoot RAW up to about 20 MB/shot. I don't use the camera for video at all--I'm a stills guy who prefers shooting news events and features. The Zfc does feel light and smaller by comparison with the Zf. That's not necessarily a drawback as I believe the quality is fine, although I did add a Smallrig grip that matches the camera perfectly. If you want to want to do street photography without spending a ton of money, get the Nikkor 28mm 2.8 prime or one of the even more diminutive, relatively fast lenses and blast away.

## Features

- Superb image quality: 20.9 MP DX CMOS sensor paired with EXPEED 6 processing engine
- Vlogger Ready: 4K UHD, Flip out Vari-angle LCD, full time AF with eye detection, built-in stereo microphone, external microphone jack, live stream and web conference compatible
- Heritage Design: Classic tactile design with analog controls for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation
- Send images to your phone: Always connected using the free Nikon SnapBridge app and a compatible smart device. Intuitive: Easy access to Auto Mode, quick settings and the Menu help guide.
- Lens Compatibility: Compatible with NIKKOR Z lenses as well as F Mount NIKKOR lenses using FTZ Mount Adapter (sold separately).

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09883TR5L |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #43,149 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #92 in Mirrorless Cameras |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (260) |
| Date First Available | June 29, 2021 |
| Item Weight | 1.63 pounds |
| Item model number | 1675 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Product Dimensions | 3.94 x 3.94 x 3.94 inches |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 1.50:1, 16:9
- **Compatible Mountings:** Nikon F, Nikon Z
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** Digital
- **Maximum Aperture:** 3.5 f
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 50 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Evaluative
- **Optical Zoom:** 3 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG

## Images

![Z fc with Wide-Angle Zoom Lens | Retro-inspired compact mirrorless stills/video camera with 16-50mm zoom lens | Nikon USA Model - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HFmeWxJtL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What model charge comes with this?**
A: Nikon MH-32. Same as the Nikon Z50.

**Q: Does this have the nikon usa warranty or is it a grey market camera?**
A: Bought from Amazon US, and it had proper USA warranty.

**Q: Does the camera come with a battery and charger?**
A: Yes, but it can also be charged with a USB-C cable. I've also found that having an extra battery is a good idea since I tend to forget to turn the camera off.

**Q: Is this camera weather sealed?**
A: No, this camera is not weather sealed. It is a great little mirrorless camera though and I would purchase it again. The images are great and it is fun to use.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Nice Little Camera for the Serious or Less-Serious Photographer
*by C***T on October 26, 2025*

Disclaimer: I’m speaking from the perspective of a dabbler, not a pro or even a serious hobbyist. If you fall into one of those categories, there are far more technical reviews you can read. I am reviewing from the perspective of someone who just wants to take some nice pictures but is not a camera expert. Bear that in mind if you choose to read on. Last year I decided I wanted an upgrade from an older Nikon (D3200?) purchased over a decade ago. There was nothing wrong with my old camera, but it lacked certain features, like wireless photo transfer, which made things inconvenient, and I just wanted something a little smaller and newer. I did a lot of shopping and comparing and ultimately settled back on Nikon and this particular model for three reasons: 1. The Fuji camera I was looking at was very sold out. 2. The Zfc had good reviews and a reasonable price point. 3. I had been using my old Nikon camera recently and was familiar with the functionality. (I did have a Fuji once upon a time, but it was a very, very long time ago in digital camera years.) I also have small hands, so size and weight are really important. I think I would have done fine with either this camera or the Fuji I was looking at, but in any case, it was a factor. I’ve been using this camera for about a year now and taken it on a few travels. It has lived up to expectations as far as size and weight, but definitely do yourself a favor and buy the grip. It’s not very expensive, it seamlessly blends in and doesn’t affect the vintage look, and I’m not sure how anyone functions without it. The lens the camera came with (16-50mm) is basic but serviceable, and if you’re just starting off on your DSLR journey it will take a nice enough photo until you start wanting something more/different. I’ve purchased a few lenses since, including a heavier zoom lens and one non-Nikon brand lens. Everything has connected smoothly and worked well with the camera. Getting Around: The menus are fairly intuitive, and similar enough to the older model that I didn’t have to struggle to learn where everything was. (If this is your first, you will, unfortunately, have to learn where everything is.) Ironically, the one thing I’ve really struggled with on this camera is the gosh-darn wireless photo transfer! Every time I want to use it I spend too much time trying to make it work, although this is partly because I photo dump so infrequently. I’ve had more luck getting an SD card reader and going that route. Durability: Other than that, technically-speaking, I’ve had no complaints. The battery life has been very good, and when I was trying my hand at some night photography when it was positively freezing (literally right at freezing) out, it handled the weather like a champ. Speaking of “like a champ,” the camera has taken some small tumbles (maybe a foot or so onto carpet, but a tumble nonetheless) and been slung around inside a camera bag inside my backpack and shows no signs of trouble. I suppose these days you don’t expect a product to break when the wind blows on it, but when you pay over a thousand dollars for something, you’re also afraid that it will break when the wind blows on it. So far, so good. Photo Quality: Obviously the lens has some bearing on the photos you take, but I’ve generally been happy with the pictures I’ve taken. The colors are brilliant and the pictures crisp. I think we all have our sense of what colors should look like, so of course I will tinker a little bit afterward, but a lot of the time the picture is absolutely fine without adjustment. Autofocus mostly knows what it’s doing, and when it doesn’t I switch to manual, and the camera has, thus far, performed well in lower light. (Noting here that while I mostly use autofocus, I also use manual settings for everything else. There’s no shame in putting your camera on full-auto, but sometimes these cameras can go a little overboard in favor of letting in light, and it washes out your results in a way no photo app can salvage. This PSA is also my way of saying, “I do not have a lot of experience with the auto settings.”) In short, this is a really nice camera for the price point, good for smaller hands, and it travels well. It’s obviously not a super-pro-level rig (see: price point) but if you’re like me and you just want to take some nice pictures of your journeys (whether that’s literal journeys or the figurative journey of life) then you can’t do much better and could do a whole lot worse. (And did I mention that it’s cute? It’s a really cute camera. I love a vintage-looking anything.)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best of digital and SLR
*by B***B on May 6, 2025*

I love this camera. I came up with Nikon film SLRs including the FM2 that this is based upon so I find the Zfc very intuitive to handle. It's better than my D7000. The controls on the top deck are great--no menu-diving for basic adjustments! The fold-out display itself is well organized and convenient especially since it will flip around and fold flat against the camera. I use the touchscreen all the time. The viewfinder is bright and not too busy. Picture quality is excellent shooting JPGs at the FINE level. I like the "Silent" setting--good for quiet, indoor events. I bought an SB-700 speedlight--no complaints there. The Zfc will even accept my legacy SB-25 on manual. Autofocus is fantastic, metering great. I use some of the creative filter settings. Snapbridge works well with my Android phone. Very easy to review and share images in the moment with onboard wifi & Bluetooth. I'm aware that the full-frame Nikon Zf is favored by many for its sensor size and marginally higher-quality images. If I want to approximate that with the Zfc though, I can shoot RAW up to about 20 MB/shot. I don't use the camera for video at all--I'm a stills guy who prefers shooting news events and features. The Zfc does feel light and smaller by comparison with the Zf. That's not necessarily a drawback as I believe the quality is fine, although I did add a Smallrig grip that matches the camera perfectly. If you want to want to do street photography without spending a ton of money, get the Nikkor 28mm 2.8 prime or one of the even more diminutive, relatively fast lenses and blast away.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Camera That Makes Me Want to Shoot More
*by J***I on January 20, 2026*

I’m extremely happy with this camera. From the moment I picked it up, it felt like a camera I actually want to use every day. The image quality is beautiful — sharp, clean, and with great color straight out of the camera. It handles portraits wonderfully, especially for people and family photos, and it’s been fantastic for travel and everyday shooting. Autofocus is reliable and fast, and I feel confident capturing moments without fuss. One of my favorite aspects is the design and feel. It’s compact and lightweight, yet solid and well-built.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Nikon Z fc with Wide-Angle Zoom Lens | Retro-inspired compact mirrorless stills/video camera with 16-50mm zoom lens | Nikon USA Model
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- SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card - C10, U3, V30, 4K UHD, SD Card - SDSDXXD-128G-GN4IN

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