It definitely is a nice camera overall. I think those who are shooting in 1080 or don’t mind the 30ish minute 4k recording limit would find the Z30 an excellent option. Thanks for commenting!
Are there any decent camera that have a higher limit like hour? I will do 1080 then. Also wondering how much time needed to cool it down so you can do another 30 minutes
I'm doing research on this right now with the one I have. The overheating is frustrating and I'm not seeing real solutions. Just had it happen after 2hr 45min. with a 1080p 60 fps outputting HDMI to use as a webcam with a DC coupler instead of a battery. My room was somewhat warm so I'm thinking people without the issue are using it in colder environments or Nikon changed something in the camera silently so some of them can run longer. Or there is some difference between USB-C power delivery versus just using a coupler and ac adapter (bad firmware programming on Nikon's part if that's the case).
I would be interested in knowing the manufacture dates of the units that have issues vs those that don't. You could be right. They may have changed something quietly. I couldn't find a solution for mine, though. I tried USB-C power and leaving the battery out even - no luck. I've not had any overheating at all with my Sony A7C, and I've been happy with it overall.
@@spareroomtech Yep, same here. I don't see a date on the camera and can't find any type of serial number database so it would probably be tough to figure it out. Though the one I have is in the USA region (starting in 3) with the rest of the numbers besides zeros in the 17,000 range so maybe it's pretty early.
If you only record in Full HD you won't have any overheating issues. I can run my Z30 for 50 minutes or longer without shutting down. I guess there is a issue with 4K overheating on such a small body and I know you prefer it. Reduce the heat by adding an external monitor with a cage, instead of using the LCD. USB-C to connect Z30 with Powerbank external battery can help, or replace batteries with backup batteries right away that are not hot if it overheats removes some heat. There are workarounds. ( or buy a small fan on a stand) As I have not tested with 4K you prefer, not sure if this helps but these are suggestions from other creators. I also own Z5 and use an external 5-inch monitor with a cage and it just keeps working however it has a record limit at 30 minutes, Z30 is much higher in HD. Need to test my new Z30 more though for its limits. Cheers!
To me, even 50 minutes is a frustrating limitation. But I'm glad you have a system that works for you! That's the important thing. Personally, I've been very impressed with the Sony A7C. I can use it for a long time without it shutting down, which is exactly what I was hoping for. Thanks for watching!
These white, blue or red dots are probably hot/dead pixels and were really annoying also for me. Especially that it appeared from the very start of shooting. However "pixel mapping" fixed the problem (Nikon support says it can de executed 2-3 times for better effects). 28 min for 4K 30FPS is the limit for that camera, as docs say.
Yep. You're correct that they are hot/dead pixels. Pixel mapping doesn't remove those. It just makes the camera ignore them, basically. That can happen on any camera (and has on my Sony A7C), but the fact that there was an issue right out of the box was a bit discouraging. And yes, you're correct that the 4K recording limit is ~28 minutes. For me that was extremely limiting. My A7C doesn't have that limit and has been far better for my workflow. Thanks for commenting!
Awesome! I’ll have to check that one out! I ended up going with the Sony A7C which is working great, but I’ll have to look into the Z50 as a secondary camera for sure. Thanks for commenting! 😎
Hey, Albert! It's a great camera overall. Definitely. I don't think so. Overheating seems like a fact of life for the Z30 and others like it. Once the camera reaches a certain temperature, it will turn off to avoid damaging itself, which makes sense. If you record a t 1080p it won't heat up as quickly. At 4K, however, I was getting around half an hour. I wound up returning mine and going with the Sony A7C. It was worth it for me.
@@luxpictura3617 That would definitely be worth trying. I returned mine so I can't test myself, but I would be interested in hearing if this works for anyone else.
I'm a Nikon Z30 user. I've been using it for about 4 months. I focus more on videos. The weakness of this camera is that it often gets hot/overheats in 8 - 12 minutes, so the camera often turns itself off. Is it really like that?? and is there a solution???
Yep. That's one big reason I returned mine. Unfortunately, I don't think there is a fix. Some cameras just overheat faster than others. I switched to a Sony A7C and have been happy with it.
I went with the Sony A7C. It’s done pretty well for me, though I have a couple of settings I’ll adjust for future videos. I’m not entirely happy with my current settings but that’s a me issue, not a camera issue. I’ve not used it outside yet personally, but I know many people like it. The Sony A7C II should be coming soon, so if you can wait it should be interesting to see what that looks like.
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If you are impacted by the time recording limit I can see that. But if you are not, it’s the best in class IMO.
It definitely is a nice camera overall. I think those who are shooting in 1080 or don’t mind the 30ish minute 4k recording limit would find the Z30 an excellent option.
Thanks for commenting!
Are there any decent camera that have a higher limit like hour?
I will do 1080 then. Also wondering how much time needed to cool it down so you can do another 30 minutes
@@tammygillettVictoryGarden If you need longer in 4k the Sony ZV E10 May go longer.
Canon R50
I'm doing research on this right now with the one I have. The overheating is frustrating and I'm not seeing real solutions. Just had it happen after 2hr 45min. with a 1080p 60 fps outputting HDMI to use as a webcam with a DC coupler instead of a battery. My room was somewhat warm so I'm thinking people without the issue are using it in colder environments or Nikon changed something in the camera silently so some of them can run longer. Or there is some difference between USB-C power delivery versus just using a coupler and ac adapter (bad firmware programming on Nikon's part if that's the case).
I would be interested in knowing the manufacture dates of the units that have issues vs those that don't. You could be right. They may have changed something quietly. I couldn't find a solution for mine, though. I tried USB-C power and leaving the battery out even - no luck. I've not had any overheating at all with my Sony A7C, and I've been happy with it overall.
@@spareroomtech Yep, same here. I don't see a date on the camera and can't find any type of serial number database so it would probably be tough to figure it out. Though the one I have is in the USA region (starting in 3) with the rest of the numbers besides zeros in the 17,000 range so maybe it's pretty early.
@@ScottJWaldron If you do figure it out, let me know! I'd be very curious.
If you only record in Full HD you won't have any overheating issues. I can run my Z30 for 50 minutes or longer without shutting down. I guess there is a issue with 4K overheating on such a small body and I know you prefer it. Reduce the heat by adding an external monitor with a cage, instead of using the LCD. USB-C to connect Z30 with Powerbank external battery can help, or replace batteries with backup batteries right away that are not hot if it overheats removes some heat. There are workarounds. ( or buy a small fan on a stand) As I have not tested with 4K you prefer, not sure if this helps but these are suggestions from other creators. I also own Z5 and use an external 5-inch monitor with a cage and it just keeps working however it has a record limit at 30 minutes, Z30 is much higher in HD. Need to test my new Z30 more though for its limits. Cheers!
To me, even 50 minutes is a frustrating limitation. But I'm glad you have a system that works for you! That's the important thing.
Personally, I've been very impressed with the Sony A7C. I can use it for a long time without it shutting down, which is exactly what I was hoping for.
Thanks for watching!
These white, blue or red dots are probably hot/dead pixels and were really annoying also for me. Especially that it appeared from the very start of shooting. However "pixel mapping" fixed the problem (Nikon support says it can de executed 2-3 times for better effects). 28 min for 4K 30FPS is the limit for that camera, as docs say.
Yep. You're correct that they are hot/dead pixels. Pixel mapping doesn't remove those. It just makes the camera ignore them, basically. That can happen on any camera (and has on my Sony A7C), but the fact that there was an issue right out of the box was a bit discouraging. And yes, you're correct that the 4K recording limit is ~28 minutes. For me that was extremely limiting. My A7C doesn't have that limit and has been far better for my workflow. Thanks for commenting!
I got the z50. 2 batteries back to back no issues. Get a small rig to offset the screen and bam. No issues overheating. Do it. Z50 bro
Awesome! I’ll have to check that one out! I ended up going with the Sony A7C which is working great, but I’ll have to look into the Z50 as a secondary camera for sure. Thanks for commenting! 😎
I think i'm going to buy one; but is this something fixable in firmware??
Hey, Albert! It's a great camera overall. Definitely. I don't think so. Overheating seems like a fact of life for the Z30 and others like it. Once the camera reaches a certain temperature, it will turn off to avoid damaging itself, which makes sense.
If you record a t 1080p it won't heat up as quickly. At 4K, however, I was getting around half an hour.
I wound up returning mine and going with the Sony A7C. It was worth it for me.
Dummy battery might be an overheating solution.
@@luxpictura3617 That would definitely be worth trying. I returned mine so I can't test myself, but I would be interested in hearing if this works for anyone else.
Dummy battery might help.
I'm a Nikon Z30 user. I've been using it for about 4 months. I focus more on videos. The weakness of this camera is that it often gets hot/overheats in 8 - 12 minutes, so the camera often turns itself off. Is it really like that?? and is there a solution???
Yep. That's one big reason I returned mine. Unfortunately, I don't think there is a fix. Some cameras just overheat faster than others. I switched to a Sony A7C and have been happy with it.
It should resist for 28 min in 4K 30FPS.
Did you find any better options? considering the outdoor videography too
I went with the Sony A7C. It’s done pretty well for me, though I have a couple of settings I’ll adjust for future videos. I’m not entirely happy with my current settings but that’s a me issue, not a camera issue.
I’ve not used it outside yet personally, but I know many people like it. The Sony A7C II should be coming soon, so if you can wait it should be interesting to see what that looks like.
@spareroomtech A7C is far more expensive option. I would expect you suggest something in comparable price or at least close
Yes bro, I’m returning mine too. Going to get the Sony FX30 instead.
The FX30 is a great camera! Nice choice!
I am returning mine as well
What’s making you want to return yours?
Good video!
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.