Nikon Z6III Review

The Nikon Z6III was launched in June 2024 with the tagline ‘Outperform’. Nikon has positioned it as a camera that excels in both photography and videography. Its predecessor, the Z6II, was released in 2020, making this upgrade a long-awaited one. We had the opportunity to test the Z6III extensively for over a month before featuring it in our magazine.

- BHAVYA DESAI

Who Is It For?

This camera is designed for users seeking a versatile tool capable of handling various photography styles, including street, sports, landscapes, and weddings. Nikon has emphasised this versatility in its marketing and communications as well.

Look, Body and Feel

If you're a Nikon user, the Z6III will feel instantly familiar. The build quality is excellent and at 760 gms, the camera strikes a balance between sturdiness and portability. The deep, comfortable grip enhances handling, while the two programmable function buttons on the back offer quick access to settings. Most of the button placements remain consistent with the Z6II, ensuring a seamless transition for existing users. A slight redesign on the top right accommodates the video, ISO and exposure compensation buttons for easier access. This ergonomic refinement enhances usability and these buttons can be customised as well.

The rear buttons are well-positioned, and while a joystick is present, the OK button often feels more intuitive. A significant upgrade from the Z6ll is the fully articulated rear screen, maintaining the same size and resolution but now offering greater flexibility for shooting at different angles - a welcome improvement.

Nikon has not explicitly claimed weather sealing for this body, but given the outperform branding, it's reasonable to expect a degree of durability against the elements.

What Makes It Special?

The Nikon Z6III introduces several standout features, including the world's first 24 MP partially stacked full-frame sensor. This innovation provides key advantages, as claimed by Nikon, such as: