Nikon Z 30 review

The Z 30 is Nikon's smallest and lightest Z series camera at 12.4 oz (350 g), and it is the cheapest APS-C body on this list at $559.95 in Nikon's US store. The One Lens Kit added a lens for $599.95, and Nikon also sells a Power Zoom Kit at $799.95 and a Creator's Kit at $749.95 when we checked. The 20.9 MP DX sensor records 4K/30p and Full HD up to 120p, face and eye-detection autofocus keeps you sharp when you step back from the lens, and the fully articulating touchscreen flips around for selfie framing. External microphones are supported, and the SnapBridge app moves clips to your phone. Nikon also offers 20 Creative Picture Controls for in-camera looks. The limits are 4K at 30p only and a lower resolution sensor than the 26 MP Sony and Fujifilm cameras.

Who it is for

budget buyers who want APS-C image quality and a wide choice of lens kits

Price

$559.95 for the body at Nikon's US store when checked; the One Lens Kit was $599.95.

Z 30 Body Only $559.95
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.

Key features

• 20.9 MP DX (APS-C) format sensor
• 4K/30p video with Full HD up to 120p
• Fully articulating touchscreen
• Face and eye-detection autofocus for people and pets
• Support for external microphones

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Cheapest APS-C body here at $559.95
• Strength: Nikon lists kits from body only up to an $849.95 Two Lens Kit
• Strength: Weighs 12.4 oz (350 g)
• Weakness: 4K limited to 30p
• Weakness: Lower resolution sensor than the 26 MP Sony and Fujifilm models
• Weakness: Body-only price needs a lens added for vlogging

Key facts

• Sensor: 20.9 MP DX (APS-C)
• Max video: 4K/30p, Full HD 120p
• Weight: 12.4 oz (350 g)
• Screen: Fully articulating touch
• US price: $559.95 body, $599.95 one lens kit

Where it ranks

Nikon Z 30 is No. 4 in our Best Vlogging Cameras verdict.