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Nikon ZR review: 112 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,910Sensor size:full frameWeight:540 gBattery life (CIPA):380 shots

Nikon ZR Review: Compare 112 technical specifications, 23 expert and video reviews and 7 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

Nikon ZR
8.6/10

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

8.9

Technical score

30%

8.4

List score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

8.8

Sentiment score

★Better than 97% of cameras
6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 85%
8.9

Technical score

Technical score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

28%

9.4

Sensor & Image

25%

9.5

Photo Features

18%

8.9

Video & Audio

14%

7.1

Display & Design

8%

8.3

Battery & Power

7%

8.8

Connectivity & Storage

★Better than 98%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

8.3

Popularity

Grades by review (23)
12 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 9 estimated from the review. 11 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 65%
8.4

List score

List score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (7)
List score: in 7 of 135 lists (5%)
★Better than 94%

What reviewers say about the Nikon ZR

Based on 10 · 13

Reviewers praise strong audio, effective stabilisation and RAW recording, but storage limits frustrate and opinions on colour are split.
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Ranked #21 of 975 models in Cameras (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of camera Nikon ZR

Technical score
Technical score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

28%

9.4

Sensor & Image

25%

9.5

Photo Features

18%

8.9

Video & Audio

14%

7.1

Display & Design

8%

8.3

Battery & Power

7%

8.8

Connectivity & Storage

8.9
Reviews score
8.2
List score
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

8.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

6.3
Sensor size
full frame
This camera has a sensor size of full frame, which is larger than 84% of cameras and the same as 13.9% of cameras.
Sensor resolution
24.5 MP
This camera captures images at 24.5 MP, which is higher than 87% of cameras and equal to 0.7% of cameras.
Sensor pixel size
5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 5.94 µm, which are larger than those in 89.6% of cameras and the same size as those in 1.8% of cameras.
Base ISO
100
This camera has a base ISO of 100, which is lower than 26.7% of cameras and equal to 53.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 51200 ISO
This camera reaches ISO 51,200, which is higher than 91.6% of cameras and equal to 4.2% of cameras.
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What reviewers say
Lens mount
Nikon Z
Built-in focus motor
N/A
N. of focus points
299
This camera has a focus-point count of 299, which is higher than 87.7% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
yes
This camera supports phase-detection autofocus for photos. 36.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 87.4% of cameras.
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What reviewers say
Max video resolution
6,000 px
This camera records at 6,000 px, which is higher than the resolution in 95.8% of cameras and the same as in 2% of cameras.
Video bitrate
5,000 Mbps
This camera records video at 5,000 Mbps, which is higher than 99.6% of cameras.
Video bit depth
12 bit
This camera records in 12 bit, which is higher than the colour depth in 96% of cameras and the same as in 3.5% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:2
This camera records with 4:2:2, which is better than the chroma sampling in 78.2% of cameras and the same as in 21.7% of cameras.
Video codecs
H.265
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What reviewers say
Type
mirrorless
Weight
540 g
This camera weighs 540 g, which is heavier than 68.7% of cameras and equal to 0.6% of cameras.
Width
133 mm
This camera is 133 mm wide, which is wider than 78.5% of cameras and equal to 0.2% of cameras.
Height
81 mm
This camera is 81 mm tall, which is taller than 58.1% of cameras and equal to 0.5% of cameras.
Thickness
49 mm
This camera is 49 mm thick, which is thicker than 52.6% of cameras and equal to 0.2% of cameras.
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What reviewers say
Battery life (CIPA)
380 shots
This camera lasts for 380 shots per charge, which is longer than 64.3% of cameras and equal to 2% of cameras.
Battery capacity
2,280 mAh
This camera has 2,280 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 92.9% of cameras and equal to 3.3% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
This camera has a removable battery, and 97.8% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
yes
This camera supports USB Power Delivery. 10.5% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This camera supports Wi-Fi. This feature is available on 48.1% of cameras.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This camera uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is more advanced than the Wi-Fi in 89.5% of cameras and the same as in 9.9% of cameras.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This camera has Bluetooth. 24% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
This camera has Bluetooth 5, which is newer than 95.3% of cameras and the same as 3.6% of cameras.
USB Type-C
yes
This camera features USB Type-C. 16.3% of cameras use USB-C ports.
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What reviewers say

Nikon ZR vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • 276 more focus points
    This camera has a higher focus-point count than the average camera (299 vs 23). The average camera has a count of 23.
    299 vs 23
  • Larger image sensor
    This camera has a larger sensor than the average camera (full frame vs 2/3"). The average camera's sensor size is 2/3".
    full frame vs 2/3"
  • In-body stabilization
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • Phase-detect AF for photos
    This camera supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
  • Higher video resolution
    This camera records at higher resolution than the average camera (6,000 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    6000 px vs 1920 px
  • 44,800 ISO higher maximum sensitivity
    This camera reaches a higher maximum ISO than the average camera (51,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO). The average camera's maximum ISO is 6,400 ISO.
    51,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 90 fps faster 4K recording
    This camera records 4K at a higher frame rate than the average camera (120 fps vs 30 fps). The average camera records 4K at 30 fps.
    120 fps vs 30 fps
  • 14.4 fps faster mechanical burst
    This camera has a faster mechanical burst than the average camera (20 fps vs 5.6 fps). The average camera reaches 5.6 fps.
    20 fps vs 5.6 fps
  • 26.2% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (23)
    12 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 9 estimated from the review. 11 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 6.5
  • 16.7% higher list score
    List score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (7)
    List score: in 7 of 135 lists (5%)
    8.4 vs 7.2
  • 22.2% higher sentiment score
    8.8 vs 7.2
  • 1 in larger screen
    This camera has a larger screen than the average camera (4 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen of 3 in.
    4 in vs 3 in
  • Supports weather sealing
    Nikon ZR supports weather sealing, while the average camera does not. 25.4% of cameras support weather sealing.
  • Fully articulated screen
    This camera has a fully articulated screen, the average camera does not.
  • Has a touchscreen
    This camera has a touchscreen, the average camera does not. 36.7% of cameras support touchscreen input.
  • Larger image sensor
    This camera has a larger sensor than the average camera (full frame vs 2/3"). The average camera's sensor size is 2/3".
    full frame vs 2/3"
  • 44,800 ISO higher maximum sensitivity
    This camera reaches a higher maximum ISO than the average camera (51,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO). The average camera's maximum ISO is 6,400 ISO.
    51,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 2.9 µm larger sensor pixels
    This camera has larger sensor pixels than the average camera (5.9 µm vs 3.04 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.04 µm.
    5.94 µm vs 3.04 µm
  • More megapixels
    This camera has more megapixels than the average camera (24.5 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera's sensor resolution is 16.2 MP.
    24.5 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 179,200 ISO higher expanded sensitivity
    This camera extends sensitivity to a higher ISO than the average camera (204,800 ISO vs 25,600 ISO). The average camera extends sensitivity to 25,600 ISO.
    204,800 ISO vs 25,600 ISO
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 35.7% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • Stacked CMOS sensor
    This camera uses a stacked CMOS sensor, the average camera does not.
  • Sensor cleaning system
    This camera includes a sensor cleaning system, the average camera does not.
  • Supports HEIF photos
    This camera supports HEIF photos, the average camera does not.
  • 11 years newer
    This camera was released more recently than the average camera (2025 vs 2014). The average camera was released in 2014.
    2,025 vs 2,014
  • 276 more focus points
    This camera has a higher focus-point count than the average camera (299 vs 23). The average camera has a count of 23.
    299 vs 23
  • In-body stabilization
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • Phase-detect AF for photos
    This camera supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
  • 14.4 fps faster mechanical burst
    This camera has a faster mechanical burst than the average camera (20 fps vs 5.6 fps). The average camera reaches 5.6 fps.
    20 fps vs 5.6 fps
  • 3.5 stops more stabilisation
    This camera has better stabilisation than the average camera (7.5 stops vs 4 stops). The average camera is rated at 4 stops.
    7.5 stops vs 4 stops
  • Human eye AF
    This camera supports human eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
  • Animal eye AF
    This camera supports animal eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
  • 870 s longer exposure
    This camera allows longer exposures than the average camera (900 s vs 30 s). The average camera allows exposures up to 30 s.
    900 s vs 30 s
  • Lossless compressed RAW
    This camera supports lossless compressed RAW, while the average camera does not.
  • Supports touch autofocus
    This camera supports touch autofocus, the average camera does not. 34.6% of cameras support touch autofocus.
  • 100,000 more shutter cycles
    This camera is rated for more shutter cycles than the average camera (200,000 vs 100,000). The average camera is rated for 100,000 shutter cycles.
    200,000 vs 100,000
  • Has anti-flicker mode
    This camera includes an anti-flicker mode, the average camera does not. 19.9% of cameras include it.
  • Higher video resolution
    This camera records at higher resolution than the average camera (6,000 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    6000 px vs 1920 px
  • 90 fps faster 4K recording
    This camera records 4K at a higher frame rate than the average camera (120 fps vs 30 fps). The average camera records 4K at 30 fps.
    120 fps vs 30 fps
  • 4,970 Mbps higher video bitrate
    This camera records video at a higher bitrate than the average camera (5,000 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records video at 30 Mbps.
    5,000 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • Has microphone input
    This camera has microphone input, the average camera does not.
  • Deeper colour depth
    This camera records in deeper colour than the average camera (12 bit vs 8 bit). The average camera records in 8 bit.
    12 bit vs 8 bit
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
  • Phase-detect AF in video
    This camera supports phase-detection autofocus in video, the average camera does not.
  • Supports timecode
    This camera supports timecode, the average camera does not.
  • Richer chroma sampling
    This camera records with richer chroma sampling than the average camera (4:2:2 vs 4:2:0). The average camera records with 4:2:0.
    4:2:2 vs 4:2:0
  • Clean HDMI output
    This camera offers clean HDMI output, the average camera does not.
  • Supports live streaming
    This camera supports live streaming, the average camera does not.
  • Supports log profiles
    This camera supports log profiles, the average camera does not.
  • Supports 24p cinema mode
    This camera supports 24p cinema mode, the average camera does not. 43.1% of cameras support this mode.
  • Built-in timelapse
    This camera includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
  • 330 min longer recording time
    This camera has a longer recording time than the average camera (360 min vs 30 min). The average camera records for 30 min.
    360 min vs 30 min
  • 1,160 mAh more battery capacity
    This camera has a larger battery than the average camera (2,280 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has 1,120 mAh battery capacity.
    2,280 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • USB Power Delivery
    This camera supports USB Power Delivery, the average camera does not.
  • 50 shots longer battery life
    This camera lasts longer per charge than the average camera (380 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera lasts for 330 shots.
    380 shots vs 330 shots
  • Dual card slots
    This camera offers dual card slots, the average camera does not. 13.1% of cameras offer them.
  • Has USB Type-C
    This camera has a USB Type-C port, the average camera does not. 16.4% of cameras use USB-C.
  • Has Bluetooth
    This camera supports Bluetooth, the average camera does not. 24.1% of cameras support Bluetooth.
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This camera supports Wi-Fi, the average camera does not. 48.1% of cameras support Wi-Fi.
  • Smartphone remote control
    This camera supports smartphone remote control, the average camera does not. 46.2% of cameras support smartphone remote control.
  • Faster USB connection
    This camera transfers data faster than the average camera (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average camera uses USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • More advanced card slot
    This camera has a more advanced card slot than the average camera (CFexpress Type B + microSD vs SD). The average camera's card slot is SD.
    CFexpress Type B + microSD vs SD
  • Supports USB webcam mode
    Nikon ZR supports USB webcam mode, while the average camera does not. 42.1% of cameras support USB webcam mode.
  • 150.5 g heavier
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (540 g vs 389.5 g). The average camera weighs 389.5 g.
    540 g vs 389.5 g
  • No flash
    This camera does not have a built-in flash, the average camera does. 73.1% of cameras have a flash.
  • 6.59x more expensive
    Nikon ZR is more expensive than the average camera (£1,910 vs £290).
    £1,910 vs £290
  • 14 mm wider
    This camera is wider than the average camera (133 mm vs 119 mm). The average camera is 119 mm wide.
    133 mm vs 119 mm
  • 9.4% worse value for money
    Nikon ZR has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (6.29 vs 6.9).
    6.29 vs 6.88
  • 6.59x more expensive
    Nikon ZR is more expensive than the average camera (£1,910 vs £290).
    £1,910 vs £290
  • 9.4% worse value for money
    Nikon ZR has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (6.29 vs 6.9).
    6.29 vs 6.88
  • 150.5 g heavier
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (540 g vs 389.5 g). The average camera weighs 389.5 g.
    540 g vs 389.5 g
  • No flash
    This camera does not have a built-in flash, the average camera does. 73.1% of cameras have a flash.
  • 14 mm wider
    This camera is wider than the average camera (133 mm vs 119 mm). The average camera is 119 mm wide.
    133 mm vs 119 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Chris Hagan
≈ estimated
06/05/2026
Hands-on review · video and photo use, pros and cons
Verdict
Nikon ZR excels at video and handles photos well, though its button layout is less comfortable for stills.
4.0
Praveen Bhat Photography
≈ estimated
24/04/2026
Long-term review · five months of use
Verdict
Nikon ZR is powerful but has too many limits, so it is being sold and not recommended for most buyers.
9.0
TodayIFeelLike
≈ estimated
28/10/2025
First impressions · unboxing and first test footage
Verdict
Nikon ZR is a compact camera with great colors and a large screen, promising so far, though more testing is needed.
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

10
photographyblog.com
✓ explicit
08/12/2025
Full review · Hybrid cinema camera
Verdict
The Nikon ZR suits video makers who want RED-style color in a fanless, weather-sealed body, though Pre-Release Capture works only with JPEGs.
9.0
uwphotographyguide.com
≈ estimated
18/02/2026
Field test · Underwater diving
Verdict
The Nikon ZR is a good underwater video camera with RED RAW and steady footage, though its 1/60-second flash sync and short battery life hold back stills and long dives.
9.0
wolfcrow.com
≈ estimated
17/10/2025
Real-world test · Filmmaking shoot
Verdict
The Nikon ZR matches a RED Komodo for image quality and has little rolling shutter, but its R3D RAW fills cards very quickly.
9.0
dpreview.com
✓ explicit
28/04/2026
Full review · Video focus
Verdict
The Nikon ZR suits most video makers better than the FX2, with a faster sensor, 32-bit float audio and a larger screen, but has no viewfinder or mechanical shutter.
9.0
chip.de
✓ explicit
14/11/2025
Hands-on test · Build and controls
Verdict
The Nikon ZR is a video-first camera with a bright 4-inch display and near-silent controls, though reaching the main menu takes two presses.
9.0
photoscala.de
≈ estimated
05/03/2026
Hands-on test · Video and stills
Verdict
The Nikon ZR suits video with breathing correction and sensor stabilization, but at 5.4K 10-bit it shut down from heat after 46 minutes.
9.0
d-pixx.de
≈ estimated
05/04/2026
Hands-on test · Photos and video
Verdict
The Nikon ZR packs a full Z6III stills camera into a video body, with sharp autofocus and clean built-in audio, but has no viewfinder.
9.0
playcentral.de
≈ estimated
05/05/2026
Hands-on test · Low light and audio
Verdict
The Nikon ZR is a low-light video camera with 6K RAW and easy menus, though its micro-HDMI and microSD-only second slot limit larger productions.
6.0
cined.com
≈ estimated
23/10/2025
Lab test · Exposure latitude
Verdict
The Nikon ZR has very low rolling shutter and three RAW formats, but R3D NE loses about a stop of highlight headroom, so expose carefully.
8.0
photofacts.nl
≈ estimated
16/01/2026
Hands-on test · Video features
Verdict
The Nikon ZR is a good handheld video camera with stabilization and 32-bit float audio, though its menus mix photo and video settings.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Nikon ZR

  • 4K at 120 fps gives smooth slow motion.
  • 5000 Mbps video keeps a lot of detail in each frame.
  • Two card slots let you back up footage while you shoot.
  • 20 fps and 299 focus points track fast subjects.
  • 7.5 stops of stabilization steady handheld shots.
  • The 4 in screen gives a large view for checking footage.

What customers don't like about Nikon ZR

  • There is no viewfinder, so the screen is the only way to frame.
  • There is no built-in flash, so night shots need extra light.
  • At 133 mm wide, it needs a bag with room to spare.
  • Very high bitrate video needs fast, large memory cards.

Verdict

Slow motion at 4K and 120 fps is the headline of the Nikon ZR, and it comes with a full-frame sensor and 5000 Mbps video. The 12-bit recording leaves plenty of room for color grading. Fast subjects benefit from 20 fps shooting and 299 focus points with tracking. The stabilization is rated at 7.5 stops, which steadies handheld work. Two card slots mean a backup while you shoot, and the weather sealing helps on wet shoots. At 540 g it is easy to hold for a long shoot. The trade-off is the lack of a viewfinder, so the 4 in screen does all the framing. It suits a video shooter or a wildlife photographer who needs speed and a backup card, and does not mind working off a screen.

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