Nikon
Z6 III
First partially stacked full-frame sensor with 6K N-RAW internal video.
$2,499
Released Jun 2024
Nikon
Zf
Retro-styled 24.5MP full-frame mirrorless with classic dials, EXPEED 7 AF, 8-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p video.
$2,049
Released Sep 2023
Z6 III is 9 months newer.
Wins
Z6 III
Wins
Zf
10 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AZ6 III has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AZ6 III has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AZ6 III has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,690,000)
- BZf has lower Weight (630 g vs 760 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Z6 III
139 × 102 × 74 mm
760 g (1.68 lb / 26.81 oz)
Zf
144 × 103 × 49 mm
630 g (1.39 lb / 22.22 oz)
Z6 III is 6mm narrower and 2mm shorter than Zf but it is also 25mm thicker.
Z6 III is 130 g heavier than Zf.
Depth (front-to-back): 74mm Z6 III · 49mm Zf
Sensor size, to scale
Z6 III
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Zf
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z6 III
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Zf
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Z6 III
Codecs
Adds N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, H.265/HEVC…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 101.5, 74
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Z6 III supports it
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B / XQD
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Zf
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC 8-bit, H.265/HEVC 10-bit, H.264/AVC 8-bit
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 144, 103, 49
Card types
Adds MicroSD UHS-I
Weight
630 g vs 760 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.5 MP
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 64,000
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 273
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Z6 III
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked CMOS reduces rolling shutter
- ✓6K N-RAW 60p internal — true filmmaking capability
- ✓5.76M dot EVF — best-in-class resolution
- ✓14fps mechanical burst
Cons
- –EN-EL15c battery life only 380 CIPA shots
- –Smaller lens ecosystem vs. Canon RF
Zf
Pros
- ✓Beautiful retro design
- ✓273-point hybrid AF
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulated touchscreen
Cons
- –No grip extension standard
- –Mixed SD + MicroSD card slots
- –24.5MP only
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Z6 III or Zf?
Z6 III scores 9.0/10 versus 6.0/10 for Zf — 6K video for oversampled 4K.
What's the resolution difference between the Z6 III and Zf?
Both cameras share the same 24.5 MP resolution.
Do the Z6 III and Zf have in-body image stabilization?
Z6 III has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while zf has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z6 III or the Zf?
Z6 III reaches 120 fps electronic. Zf reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z6 III and Zf?
Z6 III weighs 760 g and Zf weighs 630 g, so the Zf is 130 g lighter.
Do the Z6 III and Zf record 4K video?
Z6 III: 6K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. Zf: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Z6 III and Zf weather sealed?
Z6 III: Yes. Zf: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Z6 III and 380 shots for the Zf, giving the Zf the edge.
How much does each cost?
Z6 III launched at $2,499 and Zf at $2,049. The Zf is $450 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.