Nikon Z 7 Reference Manual page 247

Recording Time-Lapse Movies
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Before Shooting
Before shooting a time-lapse movie, select Time zone and date in the
setup menu and make sure that the camera clock is set to the correct
time and date, and then take a test shot at current settings and view
the results. Time-lapse movies are shot using the movie crop; to check
the composition, press the X button in the Time-lapse movie display
(to return to the Time-lapse movie display, press the W/Q button).
For consistent coloration, choose a white balance setting other than
4 (auto) or D (natural light auto).
We recommend using a tripod and selecting Off for Vibration
reduction in the photo shooting menu. To ensure that shooting is not
interrupted, be sure the camera battery is fully charged. If in doubt,
charge the battery before use or use an AC adapter and power
connector (available separately).
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Select Time-lapse movie.
Highlight Time-lapse movie in the
photo shooting menu and press 2.
Time-lapse movie options will be
displayed.
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