Nikon · Updated June 2026
Nikon Z6 III: price, specs & release date
Nikon Z6 III, released 2024-06. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: digitalcameraworld.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Nikon Z6 III is listed at $2499 on digitalcameraworld.com as of 2026-06-27, #15 cheapest of 18 mirrorless cameras (median $1999); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 56/100 pay-blind standing, #8 of 19 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Partially-stacked sensor delivers fast burst shooting plus quick, accurate autofocus; Class-leading high-resolution (5.76M-dot) electronic viewfinder.
- Skip if Pricey - a step up in price over the Z6 II is a dealbreaker.
Is the Nikon Z6 III a good buy?
At $2499, the Nikon Z6 III is #15 cheapest of the 18 mirrorless cameras we track, where the median is $2099. On the spec sheet, its continuous of 120 fps is the highest of the 19, its megapixels of 24.5 is below the median of the 19, and its weight of 760 g is above the median of the 17. By release date, it is among the newer of the 13 we date.
Evidence of Record
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One independent lab measured this product across 1 physical metric — battery. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Nikon Z6 III
Both surviving whitelisted hands-on reviews (TechRadar, Tom's Guide) rate the Nikon Z6 III the best full-frame hybrid all-rounder in its mid-range class, praising its partially-stacked-sensor speed and autofocus, class-leading 5.76M-dot viewfinder, low-light image quality, and extensive 6K internal-RAW video. Both flag the raised price and the switch to a fully-articulating screen (each reviewer prefers a tilt screen for stills). Neither ran full numeric lab benchmarks; only Tom's Guide reported a hands-on measured figure (video battery endurance).
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2024-07-26–2024-11-07
Tested by TechRadar, Tom's Guide
Consistently praised
- Partially-stacked sensor delivers fast burst shooting plus quick, accurate autofocus · 2 sources
- Class-leading high-resolution (5.76M-dot) electronic viewfinder · 2 sources
- Strong image quality with very good low-light / high-ISO performance · 2 sources
- Extensive 6K internal-RAW hybrid video feature set · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Pricey - a step up in price over the Z6 II · 2 sources
- Fully articulating screen replaces the tilt screen; both reviewers prefer tilt for stills · 2 sources
- No resolution improvement over the Z6 II (still 24.5MP)
- Battery/CIPA rating trails the Sony a7 IV and Canon EOS R6 II
Where reviewers disagree Both broadly agree it is the top mid-range full-frame hybrid. TechRadar noted third-party lab reports of lower dynamic range than the Z6 II but said it could not see the difference in real-world shooting; Tom's Guide did not address that dynamic-range concern. Neither tester ran its own DR lab benchmarks.
The sources (2)
Overall this is a solid and reliable performer that takes the crown as the current best full-frame all rounder you can currently buy.
once you look through the 5,670k-dot device found on the Z6 III, you might find the Z6 II's viewfinder has been well and truly ruined for you.
That said, with the lower pixel count, shooting in DX (APS-C) crop mode leaves you with only 10MP, which is a bit less usable than you would get from the same setup with Nikon's 45MP cameras.
Continuous video recording before battery depletion (128GB card): at least 5 back-to-back 20-minute clips
Feature-rich with top notch image quality, extensive video features and speedy performance, the Nikon Z6III is a well-balanced creative tool that excels at both still and video capture.
Nikon claims the Z6III's AF is 20% faster than its predecessor, and indeed I found it generally snappy and accurate, even in low light situations
the Sony a7IV and Canon EOS R6 II outpace the Z6III with their 580 and 780 images ratings respectively.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $2499 US MSRP body only $2499.95 at launch; announced June 17 2024, released June 2024 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon |
| Released | 2024-06 |
| Sensor format | Full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24.5 |
| Max video | 6K@60p |
| Ibis | Yes |
| Mount | Nikon Z |
| Continuous (fps) | 120 |
| Weight (g) | 760 |
Source: digitalcameraworld.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by en.wikipedia.org. Specs confirmed via digitalcameraworld.com and Wikipedia: 24.5MP BSI CMOS (partially stacked), 6K/60p internal RAW, IBIS 5-axis up to 8 stops, Z-mount, 120fps in 11MP DX crop (C120) / 60fps full-resolution JPEG, 760g with battery. Launch MSRP $2499.95 (Nikon USA / Wikipedia). Verifier corrected release from 2024-07 to 2024-06: announced June 17 2024, shipped late June 2024. 120fps is DX crop mode; FX full-frame full-res tops at 60fps.
Is the Nikon Z6 III worth it vs cheaper mirrorless cameras?
Nikon Z6 III against its closest cheaper and pricier mirrorless cameras on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 18 ranked
| Product | Price | Sensor format | Megapixels | Max video | Ibis | Mount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon Z6 III this | $2499 | Full-frame | 24.5 | 6K@60p | Yes | Nikon Z |
| Sony Alpha A7C II | $2199 | Full-frame | 33 | 4K@60p | Yes | Sony E |
| Nikon Z8 | $3699 | Full-frame | 45.7 | 8K@60p | Yes | Nikon Z |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Nikon Z6 III?
Both surviving whitelisted hands-on reviews (TechRadar, Tom's Guide) rate the Nikon Z6 III the best full-frame hybrid all-rounder in its mid-range class, praising its partially-stacked-sensor speed and autofocus, class-leading 5.76M-dot viewfinder, low-light image quality, and extensive 6K internal-RAW video. Both flag the raised price and the switch to a fully-articulating screen (each reviewer prefers a tilt screen for stills). Neither ran full numeric lab benchmarks; only Tom's Guide reported a hands-on measured figure (video battery endurance). Praised: Partially-stacked sensor delivers fast burst shooting plus quick, accurate autofocus; Class-leading high-resolution (5.76M-dot) electronic viewfinder; Strong image quality with very good low-light / high-ISO performance; Extensive 6K internal-RAW hybrid video feature set. Flagged: Pricey - a step up in price over the Z6 II; Fully articulating screen replaces the tilt screen; both reviewers prefer tilt for stills; No resolution improvement over the Z6 II (still 24.5MP); Battery/CIPA rating trails the Sony a7 IV and Canon EOS R6 II. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Nikon Z6 III cost?
The Nikon Z6 III has a US price of $2499 (US MSRP body only $2499.95 at launch; announced June 17 2024, released June 2024), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Nikon Z6 III compare on price?
At $2499, the Nikon Z6 III is #15 cheapest of the 18 mirrorless cameras we track, where the median is $2099.
When was the Nikon Z6 III released?
The Nikon Z6 III was released 2024-06.
What are the Nikon Z6 III's key specs?
Nikon Z6 III (Nikon): sensor format Full-frame, megapixels 24.5, max video 6K@60p, ibis Yes, mount Nikon Z. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $2499 at digitalcameraworld.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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