Nikon
Nikon Z5 II
A entry-level pick in the mirrorless + dslr cameras line-up, with 24.5 MP up front.
52/100
24.5 MPElectronic
£1,700best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- In-body stabilisation
- Scores 52/100
- No stacked sensor
- No eye af
Score profile
Scored against the mirrorless + dslr cameras classWhere the Nikon Z5 II wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Sensor
Resolution24.5 MP
Stabilisation
In-body stabilisationYes
Viewfinder and screen
Viewfinder typeElectronic
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowNikon Z5 II vs Sony Sony Alpha 7C
Nikon Z5 IISony Alpha 7C
| NikonNikon Z5 IIThis page | SonySony Alpha 7C | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52 /100Better | 48 /100 |
| Resolution | 24.5 MPBetter | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor type | — | Full-frame |
| Video max resolution | — | 4 |
Who it's for
Is the Nikon Z5 II right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable mirrorless + dslr camera for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need stacked sensor, in which case a higher-tier mirrorless + dslr camera is the better call.
Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
okay
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Nikon Z5 II worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 52/100 against other mirrorless + dslr cameras, a entry-level result where the class average is around 52.
What stands out on the Nikon Z5 II?
Its in-body stabilisation stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera with 8K Video?
The Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera with 8K Video scores 53/100 versus this one at 52/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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