Nikon Z6III
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Nikon Z6III

Released in June 2024 at a launch price of 2,499.95 USD, the Nikon Z6III is a full-frame mirrorless camera built for multimedia creators and photographers. It combines a fast sensor readout with robust video and burst shooting capabilities in a dust and drip resistant body.

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Release date
2024-06
Launch price
2,499.95 USD
Lens mount
nikon z
Effective pixels
24.5 MP
Sensor format
full-frame
In-body image stabilization
8 stops
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Sensor and Speed

The Nikon Z6III features a 24.5 MP full-frame partially-stacked CMOS sensor with a readout speed of 14.3 ms. This design helps minimize rolling shutter distortion and powers rapid continuous shooting.

For continuous shooting, the camera reaches 14 fps with the mechanical shutter and up to 60 fps using the electronic shutter, though 60 fps is limited to full-resolution JPEG only while Raw bursts top out at 20 fps and 120 fps uses a DX crop. It also includes a 1 s pre-burst capture duration for Pre-Release Capture, which records JPEG only.

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Video Capabilities

Video creators get a max video resolution of 6K along with internal raw video recording. Supported video codecs include H.264, HEVC, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes RAW, and N-RAW, all shot at 10-bit video bit depth.

Log profile support is available, offering a video dynamic range of 13 stops for Nikon states "13+ stops" for N-Log in H.265 10-bit at ISO 800. For high-framerate work, 4K video reaches a max frame rate of 120 fps, while the 4K max frame rate for full width is 60 fps. The body also features a full-size HDMI port and a headphone port.

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Handling and Stabilization

The camera weighs 760 g with dimensions of 138.5 mm in width, 101.5 mm in height, and 74 mm in depth. It features weather sealing that is dust and drip resistant, and a minimum operating temperature of -10 °C.

In-body image stabilization is rated at 8 stops, measured as a CIPA figure with the non-VR NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S at 120mm. The handling setup includes dual memory card slots and a fully articulated 3.2 in rear screen with a resolution of 2.1 M dots, paired with a 5.76 M dot viewfinder at 0.8x magnification.

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Overview

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Overview specs

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Release date
2024-06
Launch price
2,499.95 USD
Lens mount
nikon z
High resolution pixel-shift mode
Yes

Pixel-shift frames are merged on a computer in NX Studio, not in the camera.

Sensor & Image

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Sensor & Image specs

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Effective pixels
24.5 MP
Sensor format
full-frame
Native ISO maximum
64,000 ISO
In-body image stabilization
8 stops

CIPA figure measured with the non-VR NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S at 120mm.

Sensor readout speed
14.3 ms
Sensor type
partially-stacked cmos
Aspect ratios
3:2, 1:1, 16:9

Lens & Autofocus

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Lens & Autofocus specs

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Continuous shooting (mechanical)
14 fps
Continuous shooting (electronic)
60 fps

60 fps is full-resolution JPEG only; Raw bursts top out at 20 fps, and 120 fps uses a DX crop.

Max mechanical shutter speed
8,000 1/s
Pre-burst capture duration
1 s

Pre-Release Capture records JPEG only.

AF subject detection
human, animal, bird, car, train, airplane, motorcycle

Video

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Video specs

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Max video resolution
6k
4K max frame rate
120 fps
Video codecs
H.264, HEVC, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes RAW, N-RAW
4K max frame rate (full width)
60 fps
Raw video recording
internal
Video bit depth
10 bit
Log profile support
Yes
Video dynamic range (log)
13 stops

Nikon states "13+ stops" for N-Log in H.265 10-bit at ISO 800.

Viewfinder & Screen

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Viewfinder & Screen specs

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Viewfinder resolution
5.76 M dots
Viewfinder magnification
0.8 x
Screen size
3.2 in
Screen articulation
fully articulated
Rear screen resolution
2.1 M dots

Handling & Power

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Handling & Power specs

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Battery life
390 shots
Memory card slots
2 slots
Weather sealing
dust and drip resistant
Weight
760 g
Width
138.5 mm
Height
101.5 mm
Depth
74 mm
USB charging & power delivery
Yes

In-camera charging and USB power need a USB-PD source such as Nikon's EH-8P.

Minimum operating temperature
-10 °C
Headphone port
Yes
HDMI port type
full-size

The Verdict

The Nikon Z6III suits photographers and videographers who need fast sensor readouts, internal raw 6K video, and strong stabilization in a weather-sealed full-frame body. However, users who require high-resolution raw burst shooting at 60 fps or full-width 4K at 120 fps will run into sensor crop and format limitations. Buyers primarily focused on ultra-high-resolution stills without computer-merged pixel shift should also evaluate whether 24.5 MP meets their needs.

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FAQ

What is the sensor resolution of the Nikon Z6III?

The Nikon Z6III has an effective pixel count of 24.5 MP on a full-frame partially-stacked CMOS sensor.

Can the Nikon Z6III record raw video internally?

Yes, internal raw video recording is supported alongside codecs like H.264, HEVC, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes RAW, and N-RAW.

What is the maximum continuous shooting speed?

The camera shoots at 14 fps mechanically and up to 60 fps electronically for full-resolution JPEGs, while Raw bursts top out at 20 fps.

Does the Nikon Z6III support USB charging?

Yes, in-camera charging and USB power need a USB-PD source such as Nikon's EH-8P.

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