Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Black 2024
Olympus PEN-F PEN-F Silver
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Black 2024
The Nikon Z5 II is overwhelmingly praised as a fantastic entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera that punches well above its price point. Users consistently highlight its excellent autofocus, impressive low-light performance, and comfortable ergonomics, making it a great upgrade from older DSLRs and the original Z5. While a few note minor drawbacks like the lack of a top LCD and a plastic build, the vast majority consider it an incredible value and a joy to use.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus performance
- Great low-light and high ISO capability
- Comfortable ergonomics and grip
- Excellent value for money
- Lightweight and compact body
Cons
- No top LCD screen
- Plastic build quality
- Limited video capabilities with crop
- No external battery charger included
- Slower buffer clearing with SD cards
Olympus PEN-F PEN-F Silver
The Olympus Pen-F is praised for its compact, retro design and excellent build quality, with users highlighting the intuitive controls and superb image quality, especially in monochrome. However, common complaints include a complex menu system, poor battery life, and a high price point. The camera is best suited for enthusiasts who appreciate its unique features and are willing to overlook its quirks.
Pros
- Compact and retro design
- Excellent build quality
- Intuitive controls
- Superb image quality
- Great monochrome modes
Cons
- Complex menu system
- Poor battery life
- High price
- No microphone jack
- No 4K video
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Z5 II Z5 II | Olympus PEN-F PEN-F | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | Live MOS |
| Size | full-frame | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 24.5 MP★ | 20.299999237060547 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | TruePic VII |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 273 | Contrast Detection: 81 |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 8.300000190734863 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K★ | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.62 kg | 0.40 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 380 shots | 734 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | — |
| USB | USB-C★ | — |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | — |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Black 2024
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Olympus PEN-F PEN-F Silver
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong evf (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average build (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Black 2024
No current pricing available
Olympus PEN-F PEN-F Silver
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 18 of 33 specs.
