The Nikon Z5 is an entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera for $1,399
Nikon has announced the Z5, an entry-level full-frame camera that uses the Z-mount. The Z5 has much in common with the Z6 (priced $600 higher), including its in-body image stabilizer, autofocus system, and a lot of design aspects.
The Z5 has a 24MP FX-format CMOS sensor - not the BSI variant used in the Z6 - but features the same Expeed 6 processor. The Z5 has in-body image stabilization that can reduce shake by up to five stops (per CIPA).
While the Z6 features an all magnesium-alloy chassis, the Z5 employs polycarbonate for its rear and base plates, but remains sealed against dust and moisture, to the same level as the higher-end models. The top plate has been simplified, with a traditional mode dial in place of the Z6/7's status screen. The Z5 is the same size and exact weight as the Z6, at 675 grams (1.5 pounds).
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The Z5 features a large OLED viewfinder with 3.69 million dots as well as a tilting 3.2" touchscreen. Unlike the Z6/7 it offers dual SD card slots that support UHS-II speeds. It uses a new EN-EL15C battery, which offers 470 shots per charge using the LCD and 390 shots with the viewfinder. The camera is backward compatible with other EN-EL15 batteries: just expect fewer shots per charge. The Z5 can use the same MB-N10 battery grip as the Z6 and Z7. The camera supports USB Power Delivery for charging and powering the camera during operation.
Video is less of a focus on the Z5. It can capture 4K/30p video, though there's a 1.7x crop to contend with. Video recorded at 1080 uses the full width of the sensor. Nikon did not include any high speed video modes on the Z5. The camera has both headphone and mic sockets.
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The Nikon Z5 will be available in three kits: body only for $1399, with the new 24-50mm F4-6.3 lens for $1699, and with the versatile 24-200 F4-6.3 VR for $2199.
Nikon Z5 specifications
| Price | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $1399 (body only), $1699 (w/24-50mm lens), $2199 (w/24-200mm lens) |
| Body type | |
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Body material | Magnesium alloy, composite |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 24 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 25 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Processor | Expeed 6 |
| Color space | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Color filter array | Primary color filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 100-51200 (expands to 50-102400) |
| Boosted ISO (minimum) | 50 |
| Boosted ISO (maximum) | 102400 |
| White balance presets | 12 |
| Custom white balance | Yes (6 slots) |
| Image stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Image stabilization notes | 5-axis |
| CIPA image stabilization rating | 5 stop(s) |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, normal, basic |
| File format |
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| Optics & Focus | |
| Autofocus |
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| Autofocus assist lamp | Yes |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Number of focus points | 273 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1× |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3.2″ |
| Screen dots | 1,040,000 |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 200% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8× |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,369,000 |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
| Exposure modes |
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| Built-in flash | No |
| External flash | Yes (via hot shoe) |
| Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
| Flash X sync speed | 1/200 sec |
| Continuous drive | 4.5 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
| WB Bracketing | Yes |
| Videography features | |
| Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Modes |
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| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| USB charging | Yes |
| HDMI | Yes (micro HDMI) |
| Microphone port | Yes |
| Headphone port | Yes |
| Wireless | Built-In |
| Wireless notes | 802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth |
| Remote control | Yes (via smartphone) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 470 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 675 g (1.49 lb / 23.81 oz) |
| Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70 mm (5.28 x 3.98 x 2.76″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| Timelapse recording | Yes |
| GPS | None |
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