Nikon Z fc Lens Kit w/28mm f/2.8 SE

Like most, i was drawn to this camera for its retro styling, which hearkens back to Nikon's FM film camera era. It is gorgeous, no doubt. But don't let its good looks fool you - this is a stellar camera with plenty of neat features. I chose this over the Z30/Z50 as besides its aesthetic superiority, it also features a plethora of dials - including ISO, exposure compensation, and shutter speed which the aforementioned do not have. Otherwise it is the same sensor and the same features. The images it produces are tack sharp and gorgeous. Mirrorless cameras have come a long way, and this shot better photos than my old D90 and D7000 that I ditched years ago as smartphone cameras became excellent alternatives. However, it feels good to pick up the hobby again with such an aesthetically pleasing as well as current with modern advancements. Another great feature is pairing it with the Snapbridge app, which enables you to live view as well as download photos straight onto your smartphone so you can edit and post quickly. The only detriments are the fact it is not weather-sealed and the lack of a proper grip. I do feel its slippery and the lack of a proper grip has me feeling insecure at times. I have ordered a Small Grip L-Bracket, which should resolve this issue. I would also suggest a large capacity SD card (you can use a UHS II card but it will only run at UHS I speeds) as my old Sandisk 8GB card filled up quickly with just a little over 100 shots shooting in JPEG + RAW. The battery also depleted fairly quickly after about 2 1/2 hours of continuous shooting, so I would recommend a spare EL-25!