Nikon Z Z5 II 2024
A 24.5MP full-frame sensor, EXPEED 7 processor, and 7.5-stop in-body stabilization enable sharp 4K 60fps 10-bit video, while AI autofocus tracks nine subject types across the bundled 180–600mm lens. The weather-sealed body, dual card slots, and articulating touchscreen create a durable, versatile kit with comprehensive accessories. Best for wildlife and hybrid shooters who prioritize stabilized telephoto reach and video, as its 33.4 photography score makes it less suited for critical stills work.
Type mirrorless
Sensor 24.5MP full-frame
Burst 60 fps
Video 4K @60fps
IBIS Yes
Weather Sealed Yes
Weight 1225 g
57 Overall Score
Price €0
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile) 96th
- Strong burst (93th percentile) 93th
- Strong build (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong video (82th percentile) 82th
Cons
- Below average evf (34th percentile)
What owners think
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24.5 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 |
Autofocus
| Animal AF | Yes |
| Subject Detection | Yes |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 60 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
| 10-bit | Yes |
| Log Profile | Yes |
| RAW Video | Yes |
| Codec | H.265 |
Display & EVF
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 kg / 2.7 lbs |
Connectivity
| USB | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI |
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon Z Z5 II | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Sony a1 a1 II | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24.5MP full-frame | 32.5MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 50.1MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 1053 | 425 | 759 | 315 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 60 | 40 | 20 | 30 | 75 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @60fps | 6K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 1225 | 609 | 579 | 658 | 721 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon Z Z5 II | 64.3 | 33.8 | 86.5 | 92.5 | 82.2 | 51.3 | 44.6 | 81 | 49.9 | 49.1 | 95.7 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.1 | 85.8 | 94.5 | 92.5 | 98 | 56.6 | 96.2 | 98.9 | 92.7 | 91.8 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 86.1 | 95.1 | 89.1 | 83.9 | 99.9 | 98.2 | 96.6 | 81 | 92.7 | 91.8 | 92.9 |
| Sony a1 a1 II Compare | 94.9 | 98.5 | 96.4 | 89.9 | 98.5 | 66.5 | 91.4 | 99.4 | 92.7 | 96.7 | 99.5 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 81.9 | 85.8 | 97.5 | 94.9 | 96.6 | 54.1 | 88.5 | 81 | 92.7 | 77 | 95.7 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.1 | 88.2 | 88.6 | 99.8 | 82.2 | 38.1 | 93.8 | 81 | 92.7 | 75.2 | 99.5 |
Usage Scores
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