{"product_id":"nikon-zf-mirrorless-camera-body","title":"Nikon Zf Mirrorless Camera Body","description":"\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qCLj1Xm_4Ao?si=N_LTvVWYx2I4R78w\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eNikon Zf Mirrorless Camera Body\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic Nikon Design, Outstanding Low-Light Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNikon Zf Mirrorless Camera\u003c\/strong\u003e combines timeless styling with powerful full-frame technology, making it an excellent all-round camera for \u003cstrong\u003eastrophotography, nightscapes and low-light photography\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 24.5MP back-illuminated sensor delivers detailed images with controlled noise at higher ISO settings, while advanced autofocus, in-body stabilisation and a fully articulating screen make shooting after dark considerably easier. Away from the night sky, the Zf remains a highly capable camera for landscapes, portraits, street photography and video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24.5MP FX-format back-illuminated CMOS sensor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowerful EXPEED 7 image processor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent high-ISO and low-light performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5-axis in-body Vibration Reduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 8 stops of stabilisation with compatible lenses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully articulating 3.2-inch touchscreen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvanced subject-detection autofocus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUHD 4K video recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e96MP Pixel Shift high-resolution mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Nikon-inspired design with physical control dials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcellent Performance After Dark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nikon Zf’s full-frame back-illuminated sensor is particularly well suited to challenging lighting conditions. Its combination of good high-ISO performance, wide dynamic range and manageable 24.5MP resolution helps produce clean, detailed images of the Milky Way, constellations and star-filled landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen paired with a fast wide-angle NIKKOR Z lens, the Zf becomes a highly capable camera for capturing expansive night skies with impressive detail and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Astrophotography\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nikon Zf is a strong choice for several different types of night-sky photography, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilky Way landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstellations and star fields\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar-trail photography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunar photography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNight-time landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAurora photography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime-lapse sequences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTelescope-based imaging with a suitable adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts vari-angle screen is especially useful when the camera is mounted low to the ground, pointed towards the sky or connected to a telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive-Axis In-Body Stabilisation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zf’s built-in Vibration Reduction system provides up to eight stops of compensation with compatible lenses. This is valuable when composing and focusing handheld in low light, as well as for general night photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor longer exposures of the stars, a sturdy tripod or tracking mount will still be required, as image stabilisation cannot compensate for the movement of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced Autofocus and Subject Detection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by Nikon’s EXPEED 7 processor, the Zf features sophisticated subject-detection autofocus capable of recognising nine different subject types. Its sensitive focusing system also performs well in very low light, helping photographers achieve accurate focus before beginning an exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor critical astrophotography, manual focus combined with magnified live view remains the most reliable method for ensuring stars appear sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFully Articulating Touchscreen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3.2-inch vari-angle touchscreen can be positioned to provide a clear view from difficult shooting angles. This makes it particularly practical for astrophotography, where the camera is frequently tilted upwards or mounted close to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe touchscreen also provides intuitive access to camera settings, focus controls and image playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Resolution Pixel Shift Mode\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nikon Zf can combine multiple exposures to create images with a resolution of up to 96MP. This can be useful for highly detailed photographs of static subjects, although it is less suitable for ordinary star-field photography because stars continually move across the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePowerful Video Capabilities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor photographers who also create video, the Nikon Zf records detailed UHD 4K footage oversampled from 6K at up to 30p. Full HD recording is available at up to 120p, while internal 10-bit recording provides greater flexibility for colour grading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese capabilities make the Zf equally suitable for filming astronomy content, documenting observing sessions and producing high-quality creative video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic Design with Modern Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by Nikon’s classic film cameras, the Zf features tactile control dials and a distinctive retro-styled body. Beneath its traditional appearance is a thoroughly modern mirrorless camera with sophisticated autofocus, stabilisation, video and computational imaging technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Nikon Zf for Astrophotography?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nikon Zf is an excellent choice for photographers who want a camera capable of producing impressive night-sky images without sacrificing everyday versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts full-frame sensor, strong high-ISO performance, articulating display and extensive range of compatible Nikon Z lenses make it particularly attractive for \u003cstrong\u003eMilky Way photography, nightscapes and wide-field astrophotography\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikon Zf Mirrorless Camera Body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLens, memory card, tripod, telescope adapters and other accessories are available separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58369009123702,"sku":"4960759913760","price":2149.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0909\/2235\/3014\/files\/Nikon-ZF-Mirrorless-Cameras-9.webp?v=1785408555","url":"https:\/\/welshastronomy.co.uk\/products\/nikon-zf-mirrorless-camera-body","provider":"The Welsh Astronomy Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}