Today, Nikon introduced the Z6III, a 24.5MP full-frame mirrorless camera that stands out with its powerful features, offering exceptional performance to photographers and filmmakers. It is the world’s first camera with a partially-stacked CMOS sensor, enabling ultra-fast readout for high-speed photo and video capture. This sensor, combined with the EXPEED 7 image processing engine, enhances the camera’s overall performance significantly.
Unmatched Sensor and Processing Power
The unique design of the Z6III’s sensor and the EXPEED 7 processing engine results in a readout speed approximately 3.5 times faster than the Z6II. This boost in performance enables features like 6K internal N-RAW and ProRes RAW video, Full HD video at 240p, and rapid continuous shooting up to 120 fps with Pre-Release Capture. However, the camera’s remarkable capabilities extend well beyond just its frame rates.
Advanced Autofocus System
The Z6III’s fast AF system, inherited from the Z8 and Z9, includes advanced multi-subject detection with remarkable speed and accuracy, ensuring users capture critical moments with confidence. This improved sensitivity helps in focusing during dark conditions, such as nighttime sports or event receptions.
Enhanced Performance and Features
According to Naoki Onozato, President and CEO of Nikon Inc., the Z6III is more than a generational update; it represents a significant advancement, setting new standards for mid-range camera capabilities, offering performance, reliability, and an attractive price for diverse users.
Innovative and Powerful Features
World’s First Partially-Stacked Sensor
The Z6III is the first mirrorless camera to feature a partially-stacked sensor with high-speed processing circuits layered around the imaging area. This enables a range of advanced features, including a significantly faster autofocus system that performs 20% faster than the Z6II, and can detect subjects in extremely low light down to -10 EV.
Advanced Subject Detection
The Z6III automatically detects nine types of subjects, including people, animals, and vehicles, with advanced AF modes like 3D-tracking and Auto-area AF. Custom wide-area AF patterns allow for precise subject tracking within a designated area.
Pre-Release Capture at 120 fps
This feature allows photographers to capture critical moments by buffering images with a half-press of the shutter button and saving images taken up to one second before the shutter is fully pressed.
6K Internal RAW Video
The Z6III captures 12-bit 6K/60p N-RAW and 6K/30p ProRes RAW video, as well as 10-bit 5.4K ProRes 422 and H.265 video formats, enabling filmmakers to crop, trim, and stabilize 4K timelines in post-production with exceptional clarity. Additionally, filmmakers can utilize the Z6III’s maximum 6K video resolution to produce oversampled 4K UHD/60p video. Thanks to its efficient heat-dissipating design, the Z6III can continuously record 4K UHD/60p video for up to 125 minutes.
Brightest EVF in a Mirrorless Camera
With up to 4,000 nits, the Z6III’s 5,760k-dot electronic viewfinder is the brightest ever in a mirrorless camera, providing a clear, detailed view even in bright outdoor conditions and supporting a DCI-P3 color gamut for lifelike color display. Additionally, the Z6III offers an immersive viewfinder experience with the brightest EVF of any mirrorless camera, and a variety of professional features borrowed from Nikon’s Z8 and Z9 flagship models.
Superior Video and Image Capabilities
Dynamic Full HD/240p Slow Motion
The Z6III captures dramatic slow-motion footage at 10-bit Full HD/240p H.265, delivering up to 10 times slower motion for creative effects.
Outstanding Low-Light Performance
With a wide native ISO range of 100-64,000 (expandable to 204,800), the Z6III excels in low-light environments. Its EXPEED 7 engine minimizes noise while preserving fine details, ensuring sharp, clear images even in challenging lighting.
8.0 Stop Vibration Reduction
The Z6III’s 5-axis image stabilization provides up to 8.0 stops of vibration reduction, allowing for handheld shooting with slower shutter speeds and lower ISOs. The camera also features Focus Point VR for precise stabilization on the active focus point.
Versatile and Durable Design
Vari-angle LCD Screen
The 3.2” rear LCD touchscreen can be used for front-facing video production and self-recording, as well as low-angle framing.
High-Resolution Pixel Shift Mode
Pixel-shift mode allows the sensor to shift across multiple exposures, creating images with up to approximately 96MP resolution, capturing incredible color and detail.
Robust Build Quality
Constructed from magnesium alloy and Sereebo® material, the Z6III is lightweight, durable, and sealed against dust and moisture, operable down to 14°F/−10°C, making it suitable for various environments.
Flexible Color Picture Controls
The Z6III supports Flexible Color Picture Control in NX Studio, allowing users to create and upload custom presets for enhanced creative options.
Introducing Nikon Imaging Cloud
The Nikon Imaging Cloud is a new free cloud service that expands connectivity and creative options for Z6III users. Users can browse curated Imaging Recipes from Nikon and selected creators, download Cloud Picture Control presets, and enjoy automatic firmware updates and image uploads to cloud storage services via Wi-Fi.
New MB-N14 Power Battery Pack
Scheduled for release in Summer 2024, the MB-N14 power battery pack offers extended shooting with two EN-EL15c batteries, “hot swap” capability, and a built-in USB connector for charging. It is designed to withstand harsh conditions, similar to the Z6III. Moreover, the MB-N14 is a ‘hot swap’ power battery pack that maintains power even if one of the two batteries is removed. The built-in USB connector allows the batteries in the MB-N14 to be charged even when it is not attached to the camera.
Pricing and Availability
The Nikon Z6III will be available in late June for $2,499.95 (body-only) or $3,099.95 with the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 lens. The MB-N14 power battery pack will be priced at $359.95. Visit Nikonusa.com for more information on Nikon products.
YOU ASKED…
What is the price of the Nikon Z6III?
The Nikon Z6III is priced at $2,499.95 for the body-only configuration, or $3,099.95 with the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 lens.
What are the key features of the Nikon Z6III?
The Z6III features a 24.5MP full-frame sensor, EXPEED 7 processing engine, advanced autofocus, 6K internal RAW video, and an ultra-bright EVF.
What is Nikon Imaging Cloud?
Nikon Imaging Cloud is a free service offering Z6III users curated Imaging Recipes, cloud storage, and automatic firmware updates via Wi-Fi.
What does the MB-N14 Power Battery Pack offer?
The MB-N14 extends shooting time with two EN-EL15c batteries, allows “hot swap” capability, and includes a USB connector for charging, designed for use in harsh conditions.
Editor’s Note: All listed prices were correct at the time of publication. This article contains editorial selections and paid partnerships. Please note that this article may contain some affiliate links to products and we may receive a commission for selected purchases.
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