Nikon Z6 III Camera with Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S II Lens Kit

Nikon Z6 III Camera with Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S Mk II Lens Kit Summary

The Nikon Z6 III with Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S Lens combines a hybrid full-frame mirrorless camera with Nikon’s professional S-Line telephoto zoom. The Z6 III sits at the centre of the mirrorless camera lineup, with a 24.5 megapixel partially stacked CMOS sensor and the EXPEED 7 processor to support fast autofocus, high-speed continuous shooting and advanced video recording, including 6K and oversampled 4K recording.

Included in the Nikon lens kit is the Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S zoom, which covers a standard to telephoto focal range suited to sports, wildlife, portraits, events and video production. The constant f/2.8 aperture, advanced optical design and optical image stabilisation support consistently high-quality results when working at these types of focal lengths.

This Nikon lens kit supports stills and video workflows where zoom reach, speed and stable telephoto performance are required from a full-frame hybrid camera and professional telephoto lens combination.

Nikon Z6 III Key Features

• 24.5 megapixel full-frame partially stacked CMOS sensor with faster readout
• EXPEED 7 processor for rapid autofocus calculations and subject detection AF
• Burst capture up to 120 frames per second
• In-body 5-axis image stabilisation rated up to 8 stops
• Hybrid autofocus with advanced 3D tracking and multiple subject detection types
• Internal 6K RAW, 5.4K/60p and 4K/60p video recording
• Bright high-resolution EVF with expanded colour gamut and a 3.2-inch vari-angle touchscreen

Menus and controls respond quickly with minimal lag, and the vari-angle screen plus joystick-based focus control allow fast reframing when tracking moving subjects or switching between stills and video capture.

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S Lens Key Features

• 70-200mm telephoto zoom range for near to far subjects
• Constant f/2.8 aperture across the zoom range
• Advanced optical design with excellent sharpness and aberration control
• Optical VR stabilisation rated up to 5.5 stops
• Dual STM autofocus motors for fast and quiet focus operation
• Weather-sealed construction with robust internal design

Nikon Z6 III Camera with Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S Lens Kit in More Detail

Partially stacked sensor

The Z6 III uses a 24.5 megapixel partially stacked CMOS sensor paired with the EXPEED 7 processor. Faster sensor readout improves responsiveness during continuous shooting, autofocus tracking and viewfinder performance. Nikon maintains a 60fps EVF refresh rate during 20fps burst shooting, allowing smoother subject tracking when following fast-moving action.

Viewfinder and screen

The electronic viewfinder is a 5,760k-dot panel with up to 4000 nits brightness and DCI-P3 colour support. This provides a bright, high-contrast live view outdoors and helps with colour judgement during on-location review. The 2,100k-dot vari-angle rear screen supports horizontal and vertical shooting, which is useful when working at low angles or recording video at telephoto focal lengths.

Autofocus tracking with subject detection

Autofocus behaviour is inherited from Nikon’s higher-end Z bodies, using 3D tracking and subject detection for people, animals, vehicles and aircraft. Eye detection remains active even when subjects occupy a smaller portion of the frame, which is particularly relevant when working at longer focal lengths with the 70-200mm zoom.

Burst capture and pre-release shooting

The Z6 III supports burst shooting up to 120fps with AF and AE using specific capture modes, including 10MP DX-format JPEGs at 120fps and 24MP full-frame JPEGs at 60fps. Pre-release capture records frames before the shutter is fully pressed, helping retain moments where timing is difficult to anticipate.

Video recording formats and workflow

Internal video recording includes 6K/60p RAW, 5.4K/60p (YUV) and oversampled 4K UHD up to 60p. Codec support includes N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 and H.264, with 12-bit RAW and 10-bit log options available. Audio support includes line-level input via the microphone port and timecode synchronisation for multi-camera setups.

Stabilisation and focus point VR

The camera features 5-axis in-body stabilisation rated up to 8 stops, with electronic VR available for video. Focus point VR prioritises stabilisation around the active focus area rather than distributing correction across the frame, which is useful when subjects are positioned away from centre at telephoto focal lengths.

Optical design and Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S handling

The Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S uses a complex optical design with ED and fluorite elements to maintain sharpness and contrast across the zoom range. Dual STM motors drive autofocus for fast and quiet operation, supporting continuous tracking for stills and smooth focus transitions for video.

Optical VR in the lens works alongside in-body stabilisation to improve handheld performance at longer focal lengths. The lens also supports a removable tripod collar for improved balance during monopod or tripod use.

Size, weight and ergonomics

The Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S weighs approximately 1,360g. Mounted on the Z6 III body, it forms a balanced setup for extended shooting sessions, with comprehensive weather sealing across both camera and lens for operation down to -10°C.

Frequently asked questions

What memory card slots are there?

Dual card slots are included, with one CFexpress Type B slot that also supports XQD cards, and one UHS-II SD card slot.

What are the benefits of a partially stacked sensor?

A partially stacked sensor allows faster readout than a conventional CMOS design, which helps reduce rolling shutter and supports higher burst rates, improved autofocus tracking and more responsive viewfinder performance.

What burst shooting speeds are available?

Up to 120fps is available for 10MP DX-format JPEGs and up to 60fps for 24MP full-frame JPEGs, with AF, AE and pre-release capture support.

Which video formats can be recorded internally?

Internal recording supports N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 (HEVC) and H.264 (AVC), with 6K, 5.4K and 4K options depending on format and frame rate.

Does the camera include in-body image stabilisation?

Yes. Five-axis in-body image stabilisation is included, rated up to 8 stops, with electronic VR available for video recording.

Does the Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S lens include optical stabilisation?

Yes. The lens includes optical VR rated up to 5.5 stops, which works in combination with in-body stabilisation.

What is the minimum focusing distance of the lens?

Minimum focusing distance is 0.5m at the wide end and 1.0m at the telephoto end.

Is timecode supported for video?

Yes. Timecode synchronisation is supported for multi-camera and professional video setups.

What’s in the box

• Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera Body
• EN-EL15c Rechargeable Battery
• DK-29 Rubber Eyecup
• BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover
• AN-DC26 Strap
• USB Cable
• Body and lens caps
• Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S Lens
• Lens Hood HB-92
• Lens Cap LC-77B
• Rear Cap LF-N1
• Tripod Collar
• Lens Case CL-C3

Specifications