@@Durio_zibethinus panasonic g100 is the most thrash cam ever, its a shame for a cam from the brand with the greatest IBIS from all brand to be born with no IBIS at all. Idk why they put that decision in g100.
@@yoginwidhi6676 you're right. At least I understand that Nikon has to protect the higher lineup, so it's counted as their early game mistakes. But I can't understand why G100 exist as it is. Someone has to be fired from their R&D department 🙃 Ignorance isn't a bliss in this declined industry.
As always a great video. I do struggle with Nikon’s logic though, introducing smaller, lighter, cheaper dx cameras without a glass ecosystem to support them. Hopefully this will improve in the not too distant future.
According to Nikon Rumors, "New high-end Nikkor 'Z' APSC mirrorless lenses will also be announced at some point; those lenses are not part of the current Z roadmap." So... maybe soon 😃
This Nikon z30 will sell very well as price point is in line with the popular Sony ZV-E10 it competes against. Some of the Nikon Z30 features are better. Nikon Z30 has no IBIS but it has digital VR stabilization plus full width 4K at 30p and 120p at 1080HD. Its stereo microphone in body is quite good, however external mic would be better and there is a small Nikon Content Creator kit with Rode MicroVideo Mic and remote control and small stand which has a low price to add to camera. If someone wants more stabilization the Crane M3 is ideal as a gimbal and if you want wide fast primes for apsc and autofocus in video look at the Viltrox apsc lens line up starting at 13mm f1.4 perfect for self vlogging, plus a couple of others at a modest price. Nikon you need to make a Z 16mm f1.4 lens for apsc.
The omission of ibis in this camera is a major drawback. An Olympus em 5.3 might not offer the same sheer IQ, the footage coming from it will be much more usable.
Absolutely hilarious way to bring Richard into the video, loved watching him wander around in the background. It's rather interesting that Nikon paired up with Smallrig for the hand grip, instead of making it themselves.
I almost made a mistake by buying a Sony ZV-E10, but I stopped in time and watched several reviews of this wonderful Nikon Z30. It was love at first sight, the camera is really better in almost everything. I was especially pleased with the case materials, weather protection and the kit lens. And of course the quality of photos and videos is significantly better!
@@jerrybao1934 Maybe its not comparable, but look to the APS-C lenses from Viltrox for Nikon Z. Used them on the Z50 and was very pleased in terms of AF, build- and imagequality. And not because of the small prices. Besides that I use the megadap ETZ21 on my Z9 to use Sony E-lenses. It works very well. I know, this might not be the same thing as for sony users, but maybe its interessting for some nikon shooters who still wait for new APS-C lenses :)
@@BlueBomberTurbo Your point? It is not their “answer.” Nikon did not create this camera because the E10 exist. Cameras are years in the making not just a oh look, “they made this let’s bring out something just like it.” 🙄
It's shocking to me how similar every camera ends up being at each price point. LOL This is a affordable, compact APS-C camera for....Nikon users looking for a vloging camera. Just like the R10 is a compact, affordable APS-C camera for...Canon users looking for (you get the picture.) I enjoyed the humor from you and Richard.
For those bashing the lack of ibis, ibis usually results in warp around the edges of the frame. With lens stabilisation, you don't get the warp. Lens stabilisation looks much more natural.
@@amalieemmynoether992 that's true, but even if it did have Ibis, I'd still use the F mount 10-20mm VR or the Z 16-50, at least until the new 12-24 comes out.
How well can work the third party lenses in Nikon Z mount? Is Nikon supporting them? I have had bad experiences with non native Canon EF lenses (Yongnuo, Tamron). I think Sony is doing a lot better, third party lenses works without problems
As a photographer/vlogger using an x-s10 currently I was hoping that this release would be a viable option for me so I could eventually pair it alongside my stills body Z7 and share lenses - however lack of IBIS and still no light super wide option (I use a Samyang 12mm AFS for vlogging) shows I’m not sure the people designing this are in touch at all with what vloggers need. This basically looks like an A6400 with probably worse autofocus, at greater cost, and 3 years later. Huge fail.
Z50 didn't had ibis either,why will the cheaper body have it,maybe you should look at z5,shares the lenses with z7,and still gives you full frame glory
@@-_--le3zk true though I wasn’t sure what price this was going to be pitched at, though it’s clearly being marketed as a vlogging camera so without either IBIS or a super wide price option to go on it it’s not really fulfilling that aim. I’m not fussed about full frame for video, just wanted to have everything under one brand for consistency of colour etc. and also if I needed one as a backup to stills on my z7. The z5 has no flip screen which rules it out for vlogging straight away. I may in time get a zfc if the talked about 11mm comes out.
Thanks for the Review , We Can Say the Empire Strikes Back with Z-30 , We hope there would one more Strike left against Competition R10 , if there could be Z60 with Dual Card Slot and Filpy Sreen and Priced much Competative than R10 , then this would be icing on the cake for Nikon
Don't forget 4k 60fps. That being said I think the next upcoming Sony aps-c camera will probably fulfill everything, except it will be expensive. If the rumors are true.
I have a novel idea for the camera manufacturers that omit headphone jacks. Why not put a Bluetooth capability for ear buds or other wireless headphones? My Xperia 5 III has this capability and it was a revelation for adjusting the audio input while filming some shots in the woods and picking up the ambient sounds ( woodpeckers, songbirds, etc) I had no idea the phone would even do this, it wasn't marketed at all. Found by happy accident.
Guys, this was the most fun episode to watch, thank you! There's a lot to like about this camera, but let me just ask the obvious question... outside of camera-world, what "content creator" for the hottest social media platforms - instagram, tiktok, OF, etc. would reach for this, instead of their cell phones? I shoot with an 80D and a T2i, and... I mean, really, the minor iterative changes from those 6 to 10 year old cameras to this Z30 pale in comparison to smartphone capability today. I have maybe half a dozen high capacity SD cards I've never even looked at after shooting with them - family trips, events, etc. - because it's such a pain to load all those pics into lightroom, choose your five keepers out of 100, edit them, load them into instagram or facebook, share them. These camera manufacturers really need to be lowering all these pain points to differentiate themselves from smartphones and create a more compelling use case for everyone who is not paid to shoot. Shooting, minor editing with presets or AI, sharing to social media or whatsapp, etc., need to be done from the camera itself, without connecting to anything, no clunky file transfer. We need to be seeing a lot more innovation in ease of use, as opposed to a 5% improvement in eye detect hit rates.
Well, I don't have an OnlyFans, so I'll have to take your word for it... but I would THINK it would be really annoying to be filming on your phone and suddenly you get a call or text you just have to answer, like your last Tinder date wanting to whine about some test results or something... no, seriously, I mostly agree with you. I still use a real camera for still photography because the images hold up better at large sizes, but for social-media video I usually just use an iPhone on a gimbal. But I can think of a couple of reasons why some vloggers would still want to use something like this. One of them is audio -- using a phone with a shotgun mic or wireless mic receiver attached is awkward.
If this can be used as a webcam than I guess there's I can make some room in my budget. I was going to grab me a Z5 (this would be the second time around, last time I returned it) and have a Z6 ii - Z30 combo for the office. But I'm also waiting on the Z6 iii which it's rumored for fall.
This has some good improvements over the Z50 - a properly articulating screen (the fold down screen on the Z50 is one of the worst camera design choices ever made), a tally light which the Z50 lacks, and power delivery which the Z50 does not have. I am not sure personally the lack of IBIS matters as anyone who has tried to walk and talk with a mirrorless camera at arm's length for more than 30 seconds knows it's impossible anyway - your phone or a GoPro (or a DJI Pocket) is a better walk and talk vlogging solution. Also don't underestimate the power delivery on this - it has taken me TWO YEARS to get a spare battery for my Z50, so as a studio camera it sucked because of this.
@@markshirley01 It's the same battery as the Z50 - and it's out of stock in the UK, no changes there! - seriously, the lack of spare battery really makes this a painful ecosystem for semi-professionals particularly if you film with it (1 to 2 hours of 4K). The one saving grace is they're saying you can run it off USB power which also opens up the use of power bricks (the Z50 won't run on USB power though I will update my firmware later and check to see if this is still the case).
This would be a perfect walkaround daily carry if there was an optional EVF add on much like the old Nikon 1 series had. If they drop that option I would jump. Also I'm not seeing much mention of the "digital e-VR image stabilization"- has that been tested?
Would be interested to see if they release the hot shoe evf as well. Seems like a nice accessory add-on if Nikon plans to release more slim, compact bodies that don't have the built in evf prism on top.
@@jessecook3593 we do live in a decent era of third party add ons- if this camera takes off there might be a chance someone makes an EVF... if thats even possible or if Nikon's even allowed that information to connect to the shoe inside the camera =)
kind of interesting.. honestly..jump in from Nikon DSLR's (D300s). to a Z system... yeah I want a Z9... but this gets my feet wet for less than a used Z6? kind of compelling..
I had a Panasonic G9, great camera but too large for my needs. Bought a Sony ZV1 (to which I compare the Z30 on my channel) and it was small, but image quality I always yearned for something better having the G9. This I bought and I love it. I was worried about the lack of IBIS but the kit lens has decent stabilisation (matches at least the ZV1 see my video) and the image quality is brilliant just on auto. It is also a very, very good photo camera. The in built mic is also fantastic. The camera ‘useability’ is fantastic. It really is a fantastic camera for my needs at least, I love it.
@@yoginwidhi6676 I agree, the RS3 is huge, however that's not the gimble I'm referring to 😉 see above. + for me I have a bunch of manual focus lenses I can use with the z to f adapter and DJIs focus motor 👊
It's certainly a beautiful camera...But oof, that's a heavy price to swallow, especially these early days in the lens mount when APS-C has such limited support. Obviously you can mount FF glass to it, but that's added size, weight and cost to what are often the most compact cameras in a line. Cost especially hits hard when there isn't a robust used market yet to pilfer good historical glass out of. Honestly, I've been considering jumping ship off of MFT in case that ship starts *really* sinking, but the sheer price jump for similar specs on the larger sensors is just outside of what my budget can handle in these trying times.
@@winheiMR Sorry, I don't speak German, so I had to use Google Translate and will also translate this comment. The lack of IBIS is entirely fair as a factor, as well. It's more that I've just been trying to see *any* solid, affordable options in case Olympus went completely belly up. And if Panasonic focused on their other mount. Hopefully the market recovers from the supply chain and everyone can be happy. --------------- Entschuldigung, ich spreche kein Deutsch, also musste ich Google Translate verwenden und werde diesen Kommentar auch übersetzen. Das Fehlen von IBIS ist als Faktor auch völlig fair. Es ist mehr so, dass ich nur versucht habe, * irgendwelche * soliden, erschwinglichen Optionen zu finden, falls Olympus völlig den Bach runter geht. Und wenn sich Panasonic auf ihre andere Halterung konzentriert. Hoffentlich erholt sich der Markt von der Lieferkette und alle können sich freuen.
I cannot seem to be able to find where they moved the "special effects" (miniature, toy camera effect, selective color, HDR painting, etc.) My old D3300 had a designated dial just for those effects. Pls let me know, thx
Am I the only one that didn't like the skin tones, while they were using the Z30? Is the Standard profile a better option for skin tones on Nikon cameras?
Not a bad camera, but the ZV-1 is still better for vlogging despite it only having a one-inch sensor. In addition, the X-S10 is the better apsc camera.
Love the video, your quick but detailed reviews and light humor. This camera will be great for vlogging and social media. Would love to have the mic input but for the affordable price and being compact - I like it!
Hey, dpreview, did you shoot in flat and color graded the footages? It looks awesome. Could you tell me how you color graded the footages? I guess the software already supports the flat file format.
This seems way better than the Z50. It's a rangefinder made as small as possible while keeping manual controls. But I bought my Canon M6 MKii for one big reason: Canon had better native lenses at the time, and it seems it still does despite no new lenses since 2019.
Guys, a quick question: should I go for the Fujifilm X-T200 or the Nikon Z30? I love Fujifilm's images, but within a budget, X-T200 is the only option available. Nikon Z30 is something new and the alternative I found. Pardon the irrelevance to the video!
I have d7200. The autofocus is so bad with video and it come with almost same sensor. Cameras are improving fast. I like this and Sony 6400 but this has flip screen which make it much better. Canon R7 also great but not as compact and more expensive. What you think?
@@More-ys4pw I shoot mostly stills and for that the d7200 is still very good but I would like some features like a live histogram, tilt or flip screen, maybe a bump in MP and the ability to shoot in different aspect ratios.
Does "subject detection af" mean that it has the subject detection of the z9 (like people, animal, cars, etc) or like the af interface of the z50/5/6/7?
I think it's fine for a vlogging camera for a basic camera. I don't think it's a good beginner's stills camera because it doesn't have an EVF. I think it will promote bad posture trying to use the LCD screen on the back. It's probably fine with a small lightweight lens but, a lot of people in my photography groups on FB want to use long lenses like the 150-600 mm lenses for wildlife. They want a cheap camera but will pay for a good lens. I don't think you can hold this camera at 600mm especially without IBIS. You would definitely need a tripod with a heavy lens.
@@romanpul sadly the viltrox trio is nowhere near sharp as the sigma trio on Sony and Fuji That being said the viltrox 13mm 1.4 is a premium lens and a game changer. Preordered mine.
How well can work the third party lenses in Nikon Z mount? Is Nikon supporting them? I have had bad experiences with non native Canon EF lenses (Yongnuo, Tamron). I think Sony is doing a lot better, third party lenses works without problems
@@amermeleitor Viltrox are pretty much the only third party AF lenses for the Z mount (I believe there are two extremely cheap 50mm f1,8 from Meike and TTArtisian which also have AF). They seem to work pretty well and can be updated via USB.
i'm always happy to see a mirrorless crop sensor camera with a grip!
I understand why Nikon made this camera, but people need to realize vlogging cameras should have IBIS.
Yes, and especially with smaller APSC sensor inside that extra large Z-mount... How can you not add IBIS? Its their third APSC camera with no IBIS
Might be hard for buyers to choose their pricier APSC lineup. Panasonic G100 also fall into this dilemma.
@@Durio_zibethinus panasonic g100 is the most thrash cam ever, its a shame for a cam from the brand with the greatest IBIS from all brand to be born with no IBIS at all. Idk why they put that decision in g100.
The kit lens has very effective VR stabilisation and you can also add electronic stabilisation if you want to crop a bit.
@@yoginwidhi6676 you're right. At least I understand that Nikon has to protect the higher lineup, so it's counted as their early game mistakes. But I can't understand why G100 exist as it is. Someone has to be fired from their R&D department 🙃
Ignorance isn't a bliss in this declined industry.
No more perfect way to end the night than content from Chris and Jordan. Don't tell my wife.
Ha!
I just told her, she is crying.
internal microphones sound pretty nice actually
I was surprised. Way better than my z50 lol.
@@tielmaster7879 I have a z50 I know what u mean
@@musicdefinesgravity yeah I don't really ever rely on the internal mics though. So not too much of an issue.
The internal mic is fantastic! Wow!
I am really surprised by the good microphone quality of the z30. 👍
I was about to say that is terrible. As terrible as the mic on the Z6 :(
Chris sounded much better with the camera mic, much more low frequencies.
It’s amazing that you keep making such fun and entertaining camera-review videos.
The dynamic with the hosts on this is great!!! So much better than Jared Polins grating show.
Well done! Very friendly and insightful!
As always a great video. I do struggle with Nikon’s logic though, introducing smaller, lighter, cheaper dx cameras without a glass ecosystem to support them. Hopefully this will improve in the not too distant future.
Viltrox capitalizing on this. Their 13mm will be a topseller. Nikon is missing out on their own products :/
@@IliasKoureas I agree. Hopefully Sigma & Tamron will follow suit too.
@@robgeorge102 not soon , maybe mid 2023
According to Nikon Rumors, "New high-end Nikkor 'Z' APSC mirrorless lenses will also be announced at some point; those lenses are not part of the current Z roadmap." So... maybe soon 😃
@@raynaudier8622 hopefully high end doesn't mean over the cost of the actual bodies
This Nikon z30 will sell very well as price point is in line with the popular Sony ZV-E10 it competes against. Some of the Nikon Z30 features are better. Nikon Z30 has no IBIS but it has digital VR stabilization plus full width 4K at 30p and 120p at 1080HD. Its stereo microphone in body is quite good, however external mic would be better and there is a small Nikon Content Creator kit with Rode MicroVideo Mic and remote control and small stand which has a low price to add to camera. If someone wants more stabilization the Crane M3 is ideal as a gimbal and if you want wide fast primes for apsc and autofocus in video look at the Viltrox apsc lens line up starting at 13mm f1.4 perfect for self vlogging, plus a couple of others at a modest price. Nikon you need to make a Z 16mm f1.4 lens for apsc.
What about the overheating?
I love the colors. Video is crisp. Compared to 8:12 Sony zve10 slog2, I prefer z30's colors.
Yeah.. Nikon does have better colors than Sony.. i own a6400 and z50.. genuinely prefer z50 over 6400 for colors..
Absolutely ❤🙌🏼
The omission of ibis in this camera is a major drawback. An Olympus em 5.3 might not offer the same sheer IQ, the footage coming from it will be much more usable.
I love EM5m3 from practical standpoint. It is small but looks beefy. Sadly on my region it's quite pricey.
Absolutely hilarious way to bring Richard into the video, loved watching him wander around in the background.
It's rather interesting that Nikon paired up with Smallrig for the hand grip, instead of making it themselves.
I almost made a mistake by buying a Sony ZV-E10, but I stopped in time and watched several reviews of this wonderful Nikon Z30. It was love at first sight, the camera is really better in almost everything. I was especially pleased with the case materials, weather protection and the kit lens. And of course the quality of photos and videos is significantly better!
Really overlooking a rolling shutter test with this camera. If the rolling shutter is good it will be miles ahead of the zve10
Because it is an initial review. We have to be patient, Jordan not even show up in this video 😅
It has a lot of the same internals as Z50 and Zfc, you should be able to check the rolling shutter from reviews for those cameras
If it's the same as on Z fc, then it's miles ahead of ZV-E10 (talking from experience here).
@@yawningmarmot it is then😂
Naked legs in red leather shoes on a wooden bench ... that will cost me several therapy sessions 🤣🤣🤣 (thankfully covered by my health insurance)
Looks good! Seems like Nikons answer to Sony ZV-E10.
But where are the lenses besides those kit lenses? Sony has its own + Sigma + other third party options
This is not their “answer” to the ZV-E10. Nikon did not just create this camera because Sony created the ZV-E10.
@@iamhassan9943 Meanwhile, it slots in right next to the E10, but just below since it's missing the videocentric features that the E10 enjoys.
@@jerrybao1934 Maybe its not comparable, but look to the APS-C lenses from Viltrox for Nikon Z. Used them on the Z50 and was very pleased in terms of AF, build- and imagequality. And not because of the small prices.
Besides that I use the megadap ETZ21 on my Z9 to use Sony E-lenses. It works very well. I know, this might not be the same thing as for sony users, but maybe its interessting for some nikon shooters who still wait for new APS-C lenses :)
@@BlueBomberTurbo Your point? It is not their “answer.” Nikon did not create this camera because the E10 exist. Cameras are years in the making not just a oh look, “they made this let’s bring out something just like it.” 🙄
awesome review I just couldnt help but notice that rolling shutter
What a great little package and a price that matches it. Very good image quality as well for both video and photo.
poor richard ... treat him nicer ... love you guys
Great little camera. Nikon is really doing an outstanding job since 2020!
Picked up the Z30 and a Sigma 30mm f1.4. Such a great camera, very happy with the quality.
When content is better than gear being reviewed in the content 😄
Body looks very good, nice design.
The nikon mirrorles I was waitting for!!! I know what I want for my Bday!!!
It's shocking to me how similar every camera ends up being at each price point. LOL This is a affordable, compact APS-C camera for....Nikon users looking for a vloging camera. Just like the R10 is a compact, affordable APS-C camera for...Canon users looking for (you get the picture.) I enjoyed the humor from you and Richard.
Looks like a great camera to mount the Noct on
Picking up mine end of March. Thanks for the review guys.
For those bashing the lack of ibis, ibis usually results in warp around the edges of the frame. With lens stabilisation, you don't get the warp. Lens stabilisation looks much more natural.
The counterargument is that not all lenses have in-lens stabilisation
@@amalieemmynoether992 that's true, but even if it did have Ibis, I'd still use the F mount 10-20mm VR or the Z 16-50, at least until the new 12-24 comes out.
How well can work the third party lenses in Nikon Z mount? Is Nikon supporting them? I have had bad experiences with non native Canon EF lenses (Yongnuo, Tamron). I think Sony is doing a lot better, third party lenses works without problems
I have the Viltrox 35mm which I use with the Z5. Works fine, no real issues. The AF is not as snappy as Nikon glass, but it’s half the price.
As a photographer/vlogger using an x-s10 currently I was hoping that this release would be a viable option for me so I could eventually pair it alongside my stills body Z7 and share lenses - however lack of IBIS and still no light super wide option (I use a Samyang 12mm AFS for vlogging) shows I’m not sure the people designing this are in touch at all with what vloggers need. This basically looks like an A6400 with probably worse autofocus, at greater cost, and 3 years later. Huge fail.
Z50 didn't had ibis either,why will the cheaper body have it,maybe you should look at z5,shares the lenses with z7,and still gives you full frame glory
@@-_--le3zk true though I wasn’t sure what price this was going to be pitched at, though it’s clearly being marketed as a vlogging camera so without either IBIS or a super wide price option to go on it it’s not really fulfilling that aim. I’m not fussed about full frame for video, just wanted to have everything under one brand for consistency of colour etc. and also if I needed one as a backup to stills on my z7. The z5 has no flip screen which rules it out for vlogging straight away. I may in time get a zfc if the talked about 11mm comes out.
Is the X-S10 good for vlogging? Was a bit curious!!!
@@stumac566 Nothing like a beautiful Zfc camera to look at while vlogging.
I wish Z30 also has IBIS, but Sony ibis is a crap and its color science is not good either.
Finally Nikon! This looks quite awesome...4K 30, flip screen and the tally light!
Thanks for the Review , We Can Say the Empire Strikes Back with Z-30 , We hope there would one more Strike left against Competition R10 , if there could be Z60 with Dual Card Slot and Filpy Sreen and Priced much Competative than R10 , then this would be icing on the cake for Nikon
Don't forget 4k 60fps. That being said I think the next upcoming Sony aps-c camera will probably fulfill everything, except it will be expensive. If the rumors are true.
I have a novel idea for the camera manufacturers that omit headphone jacks. Why not put a Bluetooth capability for ear buds or other wireless headphones? My Xperia 5 III has this capability and it was a revelation for adjusting the audio input while filming some shots in the woods and picking up the ambient sounds ( woodpeckers, songbirds, etc) I had no idea the phone would even do this, it wasn't marketed at all. Found by happy accident.
I've just finished writing an article that covers this. I agree it would be really useful.
@@richardbutler8532 got a link?
Guys, this was the most fun episode to watch, thank you! There's a lot to like about this camera, but let me just ask the obvious question... outside of camera-world, what "content creator" for the hottest social media platforms - instagram, tiktok, OF, etc. would reach for this, instead of their cell phones? I shoot with an 80D and a T2i, and... I mean, really, the minor iterative changes from those 6 to 10 year old cameras to this Z30 pale in comparison to smartphone capability today. I have maybe half a dozen high capacity SD cards I've never even looked at after shooting with them - family trips, events, etc. - because it's such a pain to load all those pics into lightroom, choose your five keepers out of 100, edit them, load them into instagram or facebook, share them. These camera manufacturers really need to be lowering all these pain points to differentiate themselves from smartphones and create a more compelling use case for everyone who is not paid to shoot. Shooting, minor editing with presets or AI, sharing to social media or whatsapp, etc., need to be done from the camera itself, without connecting to anything, no clunky file transfer. We need to be seeing a lot more innovation in ease of use, as opposed to a 5% improvement in eye detect hit rates.
Well, I don't have an OnlyFans, so I'll have to take your word for it... but I would THINK it would be really annoying to be filming on your phone and suddenly you get a call or text you just have to answer, like your last Tinder date wanting to whine about some test results or something... no, seriously, I mostly agree with you. I still use a real camera for still photography because the images hold up better at large sizes, but for social-media video I usually just use an iPhone on a gimbal. But I can think of a couple of reasons why some vloggers would still want to use something like this. One of them is audio -- using a phone with a shotgun mic or wireless mic receiver attached is awkward.
This.
I'm so confused. Are half these shots made on another camera? 3:54 which camera is shooting this?
I want to know what bag Chris is rocking!
That is the excellent Wotancraft Scout series. Their latest edition, and a sexy bag for sure.
I need some of those shoes... sockless of course
This is not the camera for me but I was impressed with the in-camera audio. Compared to a lot of other in-camera audio, it was usable.
Just got it and I love it!
If this can be used as a webcam than I guess there's I can make some room in my budget. I was going to grab me a Z5 (this would be the second time around, last time I returned it) and have a Z6 ii - Z30 combo for the office. But I'm also waiting on the Z6 iii which it's rumored for fall.
Z6 iii is not yet rumoured at all. Only predicted by some folk
This has some good improvements over the Z50 - a properly articulating screen (the fold down screen on the Z50 is one of the worst camera design choices ever made), a tally light which the Z50 lacks, and power delivery which the Z50 does not have. I am not sure personally the lack of IBIS matters as anyone who has tried to walk and talk with a mirrorless camera at arm's length for more than 30 seconds knows it's impossible anyway - your phone or a GoPro (or a DJI Pocket) is a better walk and talk vlogging solution. Also don't underestimate the power delivery on this - it has taken me TWO YEARS to get a spare battery for my Z50, so as a studio camera it sucked because of this.
Good point!
If you order the camera can't you request a spare battery. PS - what is the battery life likely to be on the Z30
@@markshirley01 It's the same battery as the Z50 - and it's out of stock in the UK, no changes there! - seriously, the lack of spare battery really makes this a painful ecosystem for semi-professionals particularly if you film with it (1 to 2 hours of 4K). The one saving grace is they're saying you can run it off USB power which also opens up the use of power bricks (the Z50 won't run on USB power though I will update my firmware later and check to see if this is still the case).
This would be a perfect walkaround daily carry if there was an optional EVF add on much like the old Nikon 1 series had. If they drop that option I would jump. Also I'm not seeing much mention of the "digital e-VR image stabilization"- has that been tested?
Would be interested to see if they release the hot shoe evf as well. Seems like a nice accessory add-on if Nikon plans to release more slim, compact bodies that don't have the built in evf prism on top.
@@jessecook3593 we do live in a decent era of third party add ons- if this camera takes off there might be a chance someone makes an EVF... if thats even possible or if Nikon's even allowed that information to connect to the shoe inside the camera =)
The vlog scenes were shaky. IBIS is a must for a camera like this and a wider lens. The grip looks nice.
Just add IBIS and it would be perfect. Viltrox lenses fill the gap for cheap Nikon lenses. Hope to try Z30 in wedding videography.
kind of interesting.. honestly..jump in from Nikon DSLR's (D300s). to a Z system... yeah I want a Z9... but this gets my feet wet for less than a used Z6? kind of compelling..
I had a Panasonic G9, great camera but too large for my needs. Bought a Sony ZV1 (to which I compare the Z30 on my channel) and it was small, but image quality I always yearned for something better having the G9. This I bought and I love it. I was worried about the lack of IBIS but the kit lens has decent stabilisation (matches at least the ZV1 see my video) and the image quality is brilliant just on auto. It is also a very, very good photo camera. The in built mic is also fantastic. The camera ‘useability’ is fantastic. It really is a fantastic camera for my needs at least, I love it.
Is the image quality better than comparable canon cameras?. I have m200 and I am thinking about upgrading
Love this channel. You guys are helping me figure out which beginner dual function camera to get, very much appreciated!!!
Compare Z30 with a7Siii please. Need compare dynamic range without post procesing.
What, this is Richard Butler? From his picture on DPReview I thought he is a guy in his 50s... 🤯
Pair this up with the $280 DJI - Ronin-SC 3 and it's a pretty compelling combo. I'm interested.
Lol what? RS3 is monsterous big gimbal. This should be paired up with Zhiyun Crane M2s or M3
@@yoginwidhi6676 I agree, the RS3 is huge, however that's not the gimble I'm referring to 😉 see above. + for me I have a bunch of manual focus lenses I can use with the z to f adapter and DJIs focus motor 👊
Will there ever be an om1 definitive review?
Just get an X-S10, with ibis, a viewfinder, sims, lens choices, etc etc
I was going to say the same thing:)
It's certainly a beautiful camera...But oof, that's a heavy price to swallow, especially these early days in the lens mount when APS-C has such limited support. Obviously you can mount FF glass to it, but that's added size, weight and cost to what are often the most compact cameras in a line. Cost especially hits hard when there isn't a robust used market yet to pilfer good historical glass out of.
Honestly, I've been considering jumping ship off of MFT in case that ship starts *really* sinking, but the sheer price jump for similar specs on the larger sensors is just outside of what my budget can handle in these trying times.
Es ist überhaupt kein Ersatz für eine MFT / Olympus Kamera. Ohne Wackelschutz IBIs ? gehts noch!
@@winheiMR Sorry, I don't speak German, so I had to use Google Translate and will also translate this comment.
The lack of IBIS is entirely fair as a factor, as well. It's more that I've just been trying to see *any* solid, affordable options in case Olympus went completely belly up. And if Panasonic focused on their other mount. Hopefully the market recovers from the supply chain and everyone can be happy.
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Entschuldigung, ich spreche kein Deutsch, also musste ich Google Translate verwenden und werde diesen Kommentar auch übersetzen.
Das Fehlen von IBIS ist als Faktor auch völlig fair. Es ist mehr so, dass ich nur versucht habe, * irgendwelche * soliden, erschwinglichen Optionen zu finden, falls Olympus völlig den Bach runter geht. Und wenn sich Panasonic auf ihre andere Halterung konzentriert. Hoffentlich erholt sich der Markt von der Lieferkette und alle können sich freuen.
A vlogging camera....without IBIS ? Sigh, looks like a great camera, but don't think too many vloggers will be buying it.
Thanks, been using the Z 50 and Z Fc for my channel, can't wait to have the Z 30 into the arsenal.
This is not just a vlogging camera. . It is good for photography too
I cannot seem to be able to find where they moved the "special effects" (miniature, toy camera effect, selective color, HDR painting, etc.) My old D3300 had a designated dial just for those effects. Pls let me know, thx
Am I the only one that didn't like the skin tones, while they were using the Z30? Is the Standard profile a better option for skin tones on Nikon cameras?
What bag are you using Chris?
The Wotancraft Scout series. Definitely check it out!
The roar from that waterfall that Chris led us to nearly ruined the on-camera audio; otherwise it looks like an interesting product.
Would you recommend when I have an iPhone 14 pro? Starting out in real estate and worried APS-C won't offer a wide enough angle?
Not a bad camera, but the ZV-1 is still better for vlogging despite it only having a one-inch sensor. In addition, the X-S10 is the better apsc camera.
Love the video, your quick but detailed reviews and light humor. This camera will be great for vlogging and social media. Would love to have the mic input but for the affordable price and being compact - I like it!
Hi,for street photography (beginner here) , i saw specs, but wich do you recommend for your own experience ? this or Lumix gx9 ? thanks
IBIS, this is 2022, the technology is there and proven. So it’ll raise the price a little, but it’ll also put this baby above all the other compacts
I read some article saying there is oversampled 4k on Z30 but I didn't found it in Nikon official Manual?
Also, where is this video being filmed? Reminds me of Vail Colorado
The framing on 4:24!
Thx for clear info, just learning what and how offerings.
These videos are gorgeous! Fun and enjoyable to watch while giving every possible detail on the cameras. Keep it up :D
You got a link to your green bag ? Where to buy it
What a gorgeous nature!
Hey, dpreview, did you shoot in flat and color graded the footages? It looks awesome. Could you tell me how you color graded the footages? I guess the software already supports the flat file format.
Great review but is there are rolling shutter in this camera?
It is a good camera put it on a small gimbal and you must be able to shoot good stuff
Was pretty excited about this camera as I began researching it. Unless I am missing something is this a "vlogging camera" without stabilization?
I definitely like the images I am seeing, the depth of them and crispiness. An image is worth a thousand words. Like the review ;)
Didn't see this coming. Glad Nikon hasn't killed the DX mirrorless.
Gotta say though... it looks so much like the Canon M6 on first glance
What camera did you use to film this review?
That looks like that little path right across from the Grizzly Paw brewery in Canmore!
It is!
This seems way better than the Z50. It's a rangefinder made as small as possible while keeping manual controls. But I bought my Canon M6 MKii for one big reason: Canon had better native lenses at the time, and it seems it still does despite no new lenses since 2019.
This video is so awesome that i had to watch it twice!
Can we use the menu pad as a autofocus joystick?
OK. How about AF performance?
love that selfie stick with detachable remote 6:54
At least an ex-colonial who actually knows how to pronounce the letter Z. I bet Jarod will fuck it up.
Guys, a quick question: should I go for the Fujifilm X-T200 or the Nikon Z30? I love Fujifilm's images, but within a budget, X-T200 is the only option available. Nikon Z30 is something new and the alternative I found.
Pardon the irrelevance to the video!
It could be a great street photography camera.
I'd like to see a d7200/d7500 mirrorless version really. Maybe with 30+MP.
I have d7200. The autofocus is so bad with video and it come with almost same sensor. Cameras are improving fast. I like this and Sony 6400 but this has flip screen which make it much better. Canon R7 also great but not as compact and more expensive. What you think?
@@More-ys4pw I shoot mostly stills and for that the d7200 is still very good but I would like some features like a live histogram, tilt or flip screen, maybe a bump in MP and the ability to shoot in different aspect ratios.
I would be pay a bit more to get IBIS in Fuji XS10.
Does "subject detection af" mean that it has the subject detection of the z9 (like people, animal, cars, etc) or like the af interface of the z50/5/6/7?
Is this a good as the Z6II for video? Does it have better autofocus or the same?
I'm already starting to like this model!
What about photos? im curios for a video about raw photos after it is on market!
I think it's fine for a vlogging camera for a basic camera. I don't think it's a good beginner's stills camera because it doesn't have an EVF. I think it will promote bad posture trying to use the LCD screen on the back. It's probably fine with a small lightweight lens but, a lot of people in my photography groups on FB want to use long lenses like the 150-600 mm lenses for wildlife. They want a cheap camera but will pay for a good lens. I don't think you can hold this camera at 600mm especially without IBIS. You would definitely need a tripod with a heavy lens.
Great review as always!
Doest Z30 downsampled 4k from 6k? Thanks
Is there any pancake lens for nikon with f2.0 aperture or lowr
Oh man, I was recently in Calgary and Canmore. I see a lot of wildlife, bears, grizzly, deers but no DPReview outside in the wild.
Man this body looks amazing visually and ergonomically. If only it had IBIS and some more native crop glass (Sigma? 🥺)
Viltrox has a couple of Z DX lenses coming up, like a 13mm f1,4
@@romanpul sadly the viltrox trio is nowhere near sharp as the sigma trio on Sony and Fuji
That being said the viltrox 13mm 1.4 is a premium lens and a game changer. Preordered mine.
How well can work the third party lenses in Nikon Z mount? Is Nikon supporting them? I have had bad experiences with non native Canon EF lenses (Yongnuo, Tamron). I think Sony is doing a lot better, third party lenses works without problems
@@amermeleitor Viltrox are pretty much the only third party AF lenses for the Z mount (I believe there are two extremely cheap 50mm f1,8 from Meike and TTArtisian which also have AF). They seem to work pretty well and can be updated via USB.
@@amermeleitor I have some viltrox lenses and they work perfectly. But some people have issues after upgrading the firmwares