In today's article I present to you the Nikon Z5 , Nikon 's cheapest mirrorless full frame camera . It is very complete and surely it attracts you. Now we will see if she is the ideal candidate to be your adventure companion.
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IDEAL USER OF THE NIKON Z5
Due to its price and features, it is ideal for advanced users, who want to make the leap to a full frame, hope to take their first steps in professional photography and is designed more for photographers than videographers.
FEATURES OF THE NIKON Z5
In addition to an ergonomic and sealed body, these are the main features of this Nikon Z5:
- 24 megapixel full frame CMOS sensor
- EXPEED 6 processor (same as the Z6 which is the big sister aimed at professionals)
- ISO 100-51200
- In-body 5-axis VR image stabilization, allowing slower shutter speeds (up to 5 stops) for steadier videos
- Fast and smooth 273-point hybrid AF (autofocus) system
- High definition electronic viewfinder (see in real time how the image will look)
- Flip and touch screen
- Multiple exposure function
- Dust and moisture sealed magnesium alloy body
- 4K video (with crop)
- Nikon Z mount
- WiFi and Bluetooth
- Storage: Dual slots compatible with fast UHS-II SD cards
- Battery: it can be powered by USB when it is not being used, ideal if you are into Time-Lapse
- Dimensions: Approx. 134 x 100.5 x 69.5mm
- Weight: Approx. 675 g with battery and memory card
Full specifications here.
THE BEST OF THE NIKON Z5
The best thing about this camera is that you can enter the world of Full Frame cameras at a lower price while giving up very few features.
Its stabilizer built into the body, a maximum shutter speed of 1/8000s for those who want to freeze the fastest movements, the double card slot or its silent mode are some of its outstanding features, not to mention its sealed body.
DISADVANTAGES OF THE NIKON Z5
Although it has very good autofocus, if for whatever reason your priority is to be the fastest focusing, there are other cameras that will suit you better. This one is good, but it's not the best in this aspect.
Just as it is not in the burst, another aspect that makes it different from the Z6, since the Z5 offers 4.5 fps compared to the 12 fps of its older sister .
If you're looking for a fully articulating screen to shoot from unimaginable angles, this one is tiltable, but not articulating.
HOW MUCH DOES THE NIKON Z5 COST?
Right now on Amazon, the Nikon Z5 with it costs €1,513.80
NIKON Z5 IMAGE GALLERY
To give you an idea of what kind of photos this camera is capable of taking, I leave you with some of the official images of the brand taken with a Z5.
VIDEO PRESENTATION OF NIKON Z5
With this video Nikon Europe presented its Z5 model. A good visual summary ?
NIKON Z5 VS. NIKON Z6
This model is like the Z6 but one step below. In order to make it more accessible to the fan, they have dispensed with the backlit sensor, the upper LCD screen, they have decreased the maximum image resolution a bit and also the screen resolution, they have lowered the burst speed and it has two slots for SD cards in instead of a single for XQD card like the Z6.
It offers fewer video features than the Z6 and the autofocus is less sensitive in low light.
CONCLUSIONS
This mirrorless camera is designed for advanced users who like to record video even if they are not too demanding with it nor is it one of their priorities and the image quality of their photos is.
It is a fairly complete Full Frame mirrorless camera, with a few fewer features than the Z6, but enough for any demanding fan and for those who do not have as much budget. Ergonomic and well-built, sealed, with 4K video, image stabilizer, tilt and touch screen, 24 megapixels, excellent sensor and processor, very good electronic viewfinder, dual SD card slot, joystick to focus, microphone input, connections wireless, maximum shutter speed 1/8000s, creative options such as multi-exposure… what more could you ask for?
You may be tempted by the Nikon Z6 but consider whether these extra features compensate you or you prefer to invest the difference in a good lens. In my opinion it's worth it if you prioritize video recording and/or burst speed. Otherwise, the Z5 is more than enough.
I hope this review has been useful to you. I encourage you to leave a comment if you have already tried it, surely someone will thank you infinitely. I am sure. And if you share it too.
