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Nikon Zf — body only — Black reviews
Brand: Nikon
4.63out of 5
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Manufacturer model codeVOA120AE
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About the Nikon Zf — body only — Black
Nikon Zf — body only — Black is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include camera type: Mirrorless camera; megapixel: 24.5; image sensor size: 5.9 mm x 23.9 mm. This entry covers manufacturer model code VOA120AE. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Nikon Zf — body only — Black, the recorded details include camera type: Mirrorless camera; megapixel: 24.5; sensor type: FX CMOS. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Camera type
- Mirrorless camera
- Megapixels
- 24.5
- Sensor type
- FX CMOS
- Image sensor size
- 5.9 mm x 23.9 mm
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5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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Photography Blog
5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 8 / 10
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4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Nikon Zf Review | An Elegant, Retro Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
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Nikon Zf Review: A Year with the Camera
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Nikon ZF – A Long Term Review
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Nikon Zf — body only — Black specifications
Manufacturer model code: VOA120AE · Verified UK retailer product record · Checked 11 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Camera type | Mirrorless camera |
|---|---|
| Megapixels | 24.5 |
| Sensor type | FX CMOS |
| Image sensor size | 5.9 mm x 23.9 mm |
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Display3 details
| Screen Resolution | Approx. 2100 k-dot |
|---|---|
| Display diagonal (inches) | 3.2" Screen |
| Tilting | Rotating Screen | Vari-angle TFT touch-sensitive LCD with 170° viewing angle |
Processor, memory & storage2 details
| Frames Per Second | 30.0 |
|---|---|
| Image Processor | EXPEED 7 |
Camera, image & video5 details
| Autofocus System | Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist |
|---|---|
| Exposure Compensation | -3 to +3 EV in steps of ¹⁄₃ EV |
| Exposure Modes | Auto, Programmed auto with flexible program, Shutter-priority auto, Aperture-priority auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilisation | 5-axis image sensor shift, up to 8.0 stops |
| Lens mount | Nikon Z-Mount |
Connections & wireless1 detail
| Connectivity | Type D HDMI connector, Type C SuperSpeed USB connector, Stereo mini-pin jack 3.5 mm, WiFi, Bluetooth |
|---|
Power & battery1 detail
| Battery Model | EN‑EL15c rechargeable Li-ion battery |
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Controls & features1 detail
| Sensor Format | Full Frame |
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Design & dimensions4 details
| Body Materials | Front/top cover: Magnesium alloy, Brass dials |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 144 x 103 x 49 mm |
| Weight (g) | 710.00 |
| Product colour | Black |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| File Formats | NEF (RAW): 14 bit; choose from lossless compression, high efficiency (high), and high efficiency options JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16) compression; size-priority and optimal-quality compression available HEIF: Supports fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16) compression; size-priority and optimal-quality compression available NEF (RAW)+JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats NEF (RAW)+HEIF: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and HEIF formats |
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Further product details10 details
| AEB [Bracketing] | Exposure and/or flash, white balance, ADL |
|---|---|
| Card Format | 1 SD card and 1 micro SD card |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +2 m-1 |
| Flash Sync Speed | X= ¹⁄₂₀₀ s; flash synchronizes with shutter at speeds of ¹⁄₂₀₀ s or slower; faster sync speeds are supported with auto FP high-speed sync |
| Included Accessories | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15c, Viewfinder Eyepiece DK33, USB Cable UC-E25, Hot Shoe Cover BS-1, Body Cap BF-N1, Strap AN-DC27 |
| Integrated Cleaning | Image sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (requires NX Studio) |
| ISO Max | 64000 |
| ISO Min | 100 |
| Metering System | TTL metering using camera image sensor |
| Operating Environment | Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (+32 °F to 104 °F) Humidity: 85% or less (no condensation) |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Package type | Camera body only |
|---|
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