Nikon Zfc
Real Sensor Data
- Brand
- Nikon
- Sensor Format
- APS-C (1.5x)
- Resolution
- 20.9 MP
- Pixel Pitch
- 4.19 microns
- Circle of Confusion
- 0.0188 mm
- Crop Factor
- 1.53x
- Announced
- 2021
The Zfc, released in 2021, pairs Nikon's standard 20.9-megapixel APS-C sensor with a retro-styled body inspired by Nikon's classic FM-series film SLRs — the same design approach the later full-frame Zf would apply to Nikon's full-frame line, but arriving first on this smaller, more affordable APS-C system.
Nikon Zfc sensor specs
- Sensor
- APS-C (1.5x)
- Resolution
- 20.9 MP
- Pixel dimensions
- 5,599 × 3,733 px
- Aspect ratio
- 3:2
- Pixel pitch
- 4.19 µm
- Crop factor
- 1.53x
- Circle of confusion
- 0.0188 mm
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Aimed more directly at style-conscious and content-creator buyers than the enthusiast-leaning original Z50, the Zfc pairs its retro design with a fully articulating screen better suited to vlogging and selfie-style video than the Z50's simpler tilting screen. Its retro dials are also fully functional rather than purely decorative, directly controlling shutter speed and exposure compensation the way the film-era originals they're styled after did.
Nikon also sells dedicated colored leather-style grip accessories for the Zfc, leaning into its retro-styling appeal in a way none of Nikon's more conventionally designed bodies attempt.
See these numbers used live in the DoF & Hyperfocal Calculator by selecting the APS-C (1.5x) sensor format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Zfc a beginner camera or an enthusiast one?
It straddles both — its simplified DX-format sensor and approachable size suit beginners, while its dedicated manual dials and retro styling specifically appeal to enthusiasts who prefer tactile, direct control over exposure settings.
Does the Zfc's retro design affect its image quality?
No — its physical dial layout and vintage styling are purely a handling and aesthetic choice, with no bearing on its 20.9-megapixel sensor's resolution, pixel pitch or resulting depth-of-field and astro-shutter-speed calculations.