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Creators at Play.
Be Inspired. Inspire Others.
Compact, lightweight
4K setup for creators,
vloggers and
streamers.
Creators, meet the camera you've been looking for. The Z 30 is packed with the features you need, like a front-facing screen, crisp 4K video, crtystal-clear audio and worry-free autofocus. Designed to inspire your best work with easy operation, smart connectivity and convenience.
Elevate your content with
standout video quality.
Your World. With a Frame Around It.
Compact Content Creation.
Do More with Less Camera.
Get in the creative zone and seize the moment with the Z 30 - the lightest and most compact Z series camera to date[1]. Handy in size and weighing just 350g[2], this is the mirrorless model built for spontaneity and surprise.
Effortless live streaming
up to 60p.
Stand out among a competitive field of streamers with Full HD 60p and 4K 30p video quality. Also works great with compatible web conferencing applications.
Third party capture device and USB-C to USB-C cable is required for optimal streaming performance.
Let's Get Cinematic.
Stellar 120p
slow-motion.
1080/120p
Artistic presets
and filters.
Creative Picture Controls
Lights. Your Camera. Action.
Vlogger essentials.
Red REC lamp.
Always know when you're recording
Travel Protection.
LCD closes inward to avoid fingerprints, smudges or scratches.
Selfie Controls.
Tap the screen to change focus positions and adjust brightness. When shooting photos, you can also set the self-timer.
Crystal Clear Audio.
Built-in
stereo mic.
External
mic ready.
External mic sold separately
Ultimate Creative Control.
Capture your content the way it was meant to be seen with the Z 30’s signature Creative Picture Controls. Choose from 20 real-time filters that add emotion to your frame and eliminate the need for post-processing. Breathtaking looks include Pink, Morning, Melancholic, and Sunday.
Convenience.
Need constant power?
Just plug in the camera.
When you're near a power source, use a USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable like the Nikon UC-E25 to shoot all day.
UC-E25 Cable sold separately
Keep rolling for over
2 hours straight.
Let the Z 30 roll for up to 125 minutes* so you can record take after take without having to start and stop the camera.
* Recording may stop before 125 minutes, depending on battery life and camera's internal temperature.
Need help? Tap the (?)
See a short, clear explanation of what each camera setting does. Learn while you use the camera.
Transfer photos and
short video clips to
your smart device.
Use the free Nikon SnapBridge app to wirelessly share between the Z 30 and a compatible smartphone or tablet in the moment.
Switch Between the Best of Both Worlds.
Snap. Edit. Share.
SnapBridge
Shoot remotely and admire the results via your smart phone's screen. Get your content online in an instant, directly from your camera. Or connect and transfer it straight to your device and share to your heart’s desire.
NX Studio
With Nikon’s signature post-production software, you can view, process and edit your stills and video anytime, anywhere. For free.
Webcam Utility
Free software that transforms your Z 30 into a portable livestreaming hub. Harness high-resolution video and amaze your followers with real-time content.
Every Angle Covered.
Give your followers a new perspective with a huge range of compatible NIKKOR lenses.
Complete Your Setup.
Content Creator's Kit.
Take your Z 30 content even further. The essential accessories kit for content creators and vloggers.
- RØDE VideoMicro™ Microphone
- Joby Gorilla Pod
$149.00
± Wi-Fi Compatibility
This camera’s built-in Wi-Fi® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone®, iPad®, and/or iPod touch® or smart devices running on the Android™ operating system. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.
Using the SnapBridge App
System Requirements
Android 6.0, 6.0.1 or later, 7.0 or later, 8.0 or later, 9.0 or later, 10
iOS 11.4+
A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Smart Ready/Low Energy) is required.
Updating to Version 2.8
Images downloaded to the smart device with version 1.x will no longer be displayed in the Gallery after you upgrade to version 2, but can be viewed in the “Photos” app provided with the smart device.
Make sure your camera's firmware is updated to the current.
Compatible cameras:
D6, D500, D7500, D5600, D3500, D3400, D780, D850
Z 9, Z 7II, Z 6II, Z 5, Z fc, Z 50, Z 7, Z 6
COOLPIX W150, A1000, A900, A300, B700, B600, B500, P950, P1000, W100, W300
KeyMission 80
Compatible devices are those capable of acquiring location information and those that support BLE (iPhone® 5S and later, iPad® 5th Generation and later, iPhone X or later).
There is no guarantee this app will run on all devices.
For compatibility and to download the application, please visit:
Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi® and the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
All Nikon trademarks are trademarks of Nikon Corporation.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Nikon Corporation and its Affiliates is under license.
Blackmagic RAW® is a registered trademark of Blackmagic Design Pty Ltd.
ProRes RAW® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
LCD, Video and Photo Gallery images are for illustrative purposes only.
2 Body Only.
3 In Full HD/24p/25p at 25℃/77℉. The camera’s ability to always achieve the full 125 minutes is dependent on conditions like battery life or the camera’s internal temperature. Approx. 35 minutes of recording time is available in 4K UHD.