The Nikon Z f isn’t the manufacturer’s first attempt at reviving the style of film cameras for the digital age. The Nikon D f arrived in 2013 but failed to garner any sequels. Nikon dipped its toe in the water again in 2021, with the Nikon Z fc and got a different reaction. Nikon claimed that demand for the Z fc far exceeded its expectations, showing that there was a serious appetite for cameras with a vintage aesthetic.
The Nikon Z fc was universally well received; we gave it a near-perfect score, enamoured with its vintage looks but criticising its build quality and ergonomics. However, after the release of the Z fc, users demanded a full-frame version with the same classic styling, so it was inevitable that Nikon would deliver just that.
With the release of the Nikon Z f, it appears that Nikon is fully on board the vintage-inspired camera train – the Z f is a full-frame version of the Z fc that is the true digital successor to the classic Nikon FM2 film camera. Nikon is hoping to answer the criticisms levelled at the Z fc with
