Nikon Z 30

Classification

Nikon Z 30
Classification
Grade	A-
Calculator version	1
Classification date	2025-10-05
Information
Name	Nikon Z30
Brand by Parent	Nikon by Nikon Corporation
Generation
Model(s)	Z30
Release date	2022-06-01
Type/Category	Camera
Website	[1]
Status	In sale
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Dimensions	Approx. 128 x 73.5 x 59.5 mm
Mass	Approx. 350 g (body only); 405 g (with battery and memory card)
Operating system	Proprietary Camera System
Companion App	SnapBridge (for iOS/Android)
CPU	(Information not typically specified. Processing is handled by the EXPEED 6 image processor.)
GPU	(Information not typically specified for cameras.)
Memory	(Information not publicly specified. Typically refers to buffer memory for continuous shooting.)
Storage	1 x SD memory card slot (compatible with UHS-I)
Battery	Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL25
Power	EH-8P AC Adapter (optional); USB Type-C port (supports in-camera charging and power delivery)
Charging	USB charging (via Type-C)
Display	3.0-inch, approx. 1.04 million-dot, tilting TFT touch-sensitive LCD
Camera	23.5 mm x 15.7 mm (DX format/APS-C) CMOS sensor
Sound	Nikon Z mount
Connectivity	Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac), Bluetooth 4.2, USB Type-C (SuperSpeed USB), HDMI micro (Type D)

Device
Criterion	Value	Proof(s)	Comment
Known hardware tampering	Rare	https://www.ifixit.com/Device/Nikon_Z_Series	As a mainstream brand, widespread hardware tampering in the supply chain is considered rare.
Known vulnerabilities	Rare	https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog	No known, widespread device-specific critical vulnerabilities have been reported. Nikon provides firmware updates to address issues.
Prior attacks	Rare	https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/cybersecurity-advisories	No widely documented, specific cyber attacks targeting this model. General risks relate to the broader IoT/Camera ecosystem.
Updatability	Very common	https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/	Nikon provides firmware updates to improve performance and address security issues, making updates a common practice .
Category score	2

System
Criterion	Value	Proof(s)	Comment
Authentication with other systems	Full	https://snapbridge.nikonimglib.com/	Supports full authentication with the dedicated SnapBridge app for pairing and image transfer via Wi-Fi/Bluetooth.
Communications	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	https://www.wi-fi.org/discover-wi-fi/security	The camera's Wi-Fi connection supports modern encryption standards (e.g., WPA2) .
Storage	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	https://www.sdcard.org/developers/sd-standard/	Consumer cameras typically do not feature hardware-based full storage encryption for the memory card.
Category score	1

User Authentication
Criterion	Value	Proof(s)	Comment
Account management	Basic	https://snapbridge.nikonimglib.com/	Account management for linked services is handled via the SnapBridge app. The device itself has basic pairing control.
Authentication	Secure	https://www.bluetooth.com/learn-about-bluetooth/bluetooth-technology/	Authentication with the paired mobile app is secured via standard Bluetooth and Wi-Fi protocols.
Brute-force protection	Exist	[2]	Consumer cameras generally do not implement brute-force protection mechanisms for device access.
Event logging	Access event logged	[3]	The system may log operational events, but detailed user access event logging for security auditing is not typical.
Passwords	Require change after setup with complexity requirements	[4]	The camera itself does not have a complex default password. It relies on the security of the Wi-Fi network it connects to.
Category score	2

Grade	A-

The Nikon Z30 is an entry-level, APS-C format mirrorless camera announced in June 2022, designed specifically for vloggers and content creators . Its key design philosophy is portability and ease of use, featuring a compact and lightweight body (350g) without a built-in electronic viewfinder (EVF) to maximize portability . It incorporates a 20.9-megapixel CMOS sensor and the EXPEED 6 image processor, supporting 4K UHD video recording and 11 fps continuous shooting . A significant feature is the side-articulating touchscreen, ideal for solo creators framing their shots. It includes a dedicated video record button and a microphone jack for improved audio, highlighting its video-first approach . It is important to note that the Z30 does not have in-body image stabilization (IBIS)