Nikon Z Z5 II
Nikon
78 Overall Score
vs
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
Ricoh
40 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z Z5 II
92 out of 100 high confidence 123 reviews
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
Autofocus performance 25
Low light performance 12
Value for money 18
Ergonomics and grip 15
Build quality 8
Video capabilities 6
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Beginner
Product Photography
Wedding Events
Video
Youtube
Streaming
Travel
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Vlogging
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z5 II | Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24.5 MP★ | 24.239999771118164 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | GR ENGINE 6 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 9★ | — |
| AF Type | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 273 | Auto-area AF, Zone AF, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, Cont |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | — |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K★ | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | 12-bit N-RAW, 10-bit N-Log | H.264 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.1M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.62 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 380 shots★ | 200 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | — |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z5 II
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average af (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
- Strong sensor (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
- Strong stabilization (78th percentile)
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average battery (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average burst (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z Z5 II
Scores 78 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 18 of 33 specs.