Basic Video Recording with the Nikon Z6III and other Z System Cameras

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

'Nothing Burger' - I love it - Great video Ray, thank you so much for sharing.

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Hold the cheese 🧀 Thanks Matt!

[@FlyinRyanProductions406]

This was a great video! I ordered my z6iii last night. Been using my z9 since it came out and love it! I shoot real estate photos/videos and hoping I can put away my z9 for just wildlife shooting now. Hoping the “flicker issue” won’t get in the way of things but I feel confident it won’t. I have learned how to expose my z9 to avoid noise as much as possible so, here is to a smooth transition. 🤞🏻

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

The Z6III is a great camera, and I’m confident you'll love it! As I said , I haven’t run into the “flickering issue.”

[@FlyinRyanProductions406]

@ I’m sure it’s gonna be fantastic. Thanks Raymond.

[@FlyinRyanProductions406]

@ well three real estate jobs later and I love the z6iii. My last project was a poorly lit interior and handled the task perfectly! No flickering shadows. I did have a small amount of noise in one shot but was easily handled by a bit of noise reduction. Super happy with this camera and happy I never let the doom and gloomers persuade me differently. Thanks for all you do Raymond. 🫡

[@kentfaithwendyzeng]

I'm really impressed with the Nikon Z6III's video capabilities! The 10-bit and RAW recording options are game-changers for quality. I appreciate how user-friendly it is, especially with the dedicated photo/movie switch. Customizing the I-menu for quick access to features like focus peaking is such a handy addition! Great review!

[@redletterdayspnw]

Raymond, you are extremely charming. I enjoy every one of your videos and I'm honored to have been mentioned in this one. Another excellent video, sir. Well done and please know you are appreciated.

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Thanks! My pleasure. Your previous comment came at the right time to confirm that these have been capable video cameras from the get-go.

[@geoffcrossers]

Thx Ray - the timing of my recent request to you for assistance with video was, it seems, spot on !! Greetings from the UK.

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Glad to help!

[@Quinn4124]

Fantastic overview lesson. I will be referring back to this for a while as there’s lots of great learning information here! Thank you

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Glad it was a helpful resource; that's what I was aiming for.

[@sunking9050]

Thank you for this video Ray. It helps kick start my video journey on my Z8 ! Very well articulated as always !

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Very welcome!

[@jonclark8271]

Another great video .. next you got to tackle NLE for Nikon cameras, NLE timeline management and audio syncing. Always look forward to your videos. You give straight forward explanations.

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Thanks, Jon. That may be at least part of the next instalment, somewhere down the line.

[@bynumoil9615]

Thanks very much for your videos. I’m learning so much and am at the point where I feel confident using a flat profile for better editing. Keep these videos coming please?

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Great to hear! I think it's safe to say Nikon's Flat profile is highly regarded among colourists. Certainly it's a gateway drug to creative grading. 😀

[@mattklingle7004]

This has been extremely helpful. I just started getting back into video and got the z6iii and this is going to be life changing. Much appreciated

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

You’re welcome! Enjoy the Z6III.

[@hervedelnorte7928]

Thanks for the overview. Recently got the Z6iii and must say I’m a bit overwhelmed to the point I was thinking of selling it. But after practicing with it for a few days and watching this video I am feeling some hope. I still find the menus daunting but hopefully I can figure it out. 😅

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Glad to help. As someone who's been around Nikon menus for more than a decade I can say that I don't use all available options. But the cameras are packed with incredibly useful controls and settings. Hang in there; you'll figure out what you need as you become familiar with what, right now, looks like an overwhelming array of options. The User Guide can be a great help too.

[@hervedelnorte7928]

@@RaymondParkerPhoto Thanks very much.

[@thehomienicked8208]

What a wonderful video, Ray. Thank you for all of your content on the z6 III. I am looking at picking one up very soon.

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Thanks! You'll love it.

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

Is there an option for self timer in video mode??

[@pnwmedia1550]

Fantastic series on the Z6III Ray! Quite a jump from my D780. Hey, did you record this video in H.265 10-bit SDR or something else? The color depth and separation look fantastic!

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

thanks! Yes, H.265 10-bit SDR

[@anthonyparkinson8433]

Hi Ray, great videos thank you. Would you be able to share a video on recording to the Atamos as it seems Pre res Raw is not supported like it is with the Z6ii or Z6.

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Hi Anthony, TBH, since (as noted) the Z6III records ProRes Raw internally, I've never had the occasion to record to the Ninja V. I'll check when I get back to my studio (I'm away for a few days).

[@anthonyparkinson8433]

@@RaymondParkerPhoto Thanks Ray, I'm pretty sure it's not possible...At least for Pro res Raw. I use Premiere Pro so learning Da vinci is a route i don't want to go unless I have to..old dogs new tricks! Any chance you'll do a more pro based video for recording / grading / exposures etc and raw recording? That would be great and thank you..;)

[@arash7even]

Well as event photographer would like to see how Z6III performs under LED,Mix lighting and with speedlight on camera falsh.. Would like to know if it does a better job with electronic shutter speed and avoid banding etc .. comparing too Z6II ! And if they have improved on camera flash photography!

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

This video is about video. Maybe a subject for another day.

[@splicekitty]

The 800 base iso with n-log was driving me nuts. So I shot PR Raw in SDR at 100 iso and then switched the footage to n-log after importing into FCP. It looked better. Is that a sensible workaround or am I missing something?

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

I haven't used that procedure. My first thought is that it might be more straightforward to use 10-bit SDR when conditions warrant. But I'm not sure what your needs are. What about 800 ISO drove you nuts?

[@splicekitty]

@@RaymondParkerPhoto Thanks. There was a lot of noise in background at 800 iso. When I switched to SDR at 100 iso the background was a lot smoother.

[@danw3113]

Stupid question---why do some call it "Zed"?

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Quite simply "zed" is the English/Canadian pronunciation of "z." I was born and raised in England and emigrated to Canada in my teens.