Swiss Army Knife is how I would descibe it Doining a zoom and want to look professional (not like the slackers on your call) Z 30. Out for a hike want a high-quality Vid or Pic Z 30. Driving along and you see an incredible sunset, view or street Z 30. Don't get me wrong I love my Z9 and Z7 but sometimes less can be more. Ever see that guy with 10 grand in photo equipment just taking snapshots? As a pro before Z 30 it was with bring out the big gun or use my iPhone. Rarely can a camera serve the need of a beginner and a pro. Like I said Swiss Army Knief!

I am a consumer user using my cameras for light semi-professional work - the odd photo shoot, lots of vlogging, recording video for church worship, and personal work.My first Nikon camera was a D5100 with a prime f/1.8 lens and I loved it. However, after using the camera for years, because I wanted a more flexible camera to do long-format filming/vlogging as well as photos, I switched to a Sony A6400, but after a year or so, I just didn't get on with it on multiple levels (awful menu system, uncomfortable to hold in the hand, etc.)I sold the Sony and I recently switched back to Nikon with this Z30. I LOVE IT. The camera is small and light and fits perfectly in the hand. I have it fitted with the classic-look prime 28mm f/2.8 lens and so far the results are nothing short of spectacular. I know the other Z cameras have been around for a while, but for me coming from my old DSLR, the things that stand out are the touch screen, dedicated ISO button next to the shutter release, the stunning low-light capture (was taking night lit photos and video at ISO2800), USB-C charging, and easy to navigate menus. The long recording time sold me over other models as I need to take hour long videos at a time.The one thing that worried me with the Z30 was the lack of a viewfinder. Well, as I wear glasses, a viewfinder is a bit of a pain in the backside, and these days we are so used to using phones and GoPros that, actually, using the LCD screen - which, by the way is stunningly sharp and clear - is absolutely fine.I am so pleased with this camera and it is exactly what I was looking for in terms of video/photo flexibility, ease-of-use, size, and functionality. For me, it's a perfect fit.

Good compact camera with options to change lenses (Z or F). Loving it so far. The battery life is great. The ergonomic design is wonderful – especially the hand grip piece fits me perfectly. Still waiting for the Creator's Accessory Kit and the wind muff.