The whispers about Nikon producing a mirrorless full-frame camera at an entry-level price are growing louder. So much louder that the new camera, which will be the latest addition to their Z series, has already been given a name: the Nikon Z5.
The Z5 is likely to be a "lite" version of the current Z6, so we might see a shift from the Z6's XQD card to a SD card slot. With the cost of XQD cards and the extensive use of SD cards, it seems likely this will happen.
The all-important sensor is something else to keep an eye on. There are some suggestions the Z5 will include the same high-quality sensor as the Z6. However, with the cost-cutting required to bring the Z5 to market at an affordable price, some in the camera industry are wondering if the sensor from the D750 might be used instead. This will obviously keep the Z6 at another level from the new Z5, which is an important selling point, but the thought of the two stablemates sharing the same sensor is an enticing one.
Lenses are another important component of course, and the feeling is that non-premium Z lenses will be used to keep the Z5 at an entry level price. While non-premium lenses on a Nikon camera still promise to deliver excellent results, they may lack top-end features such as weather sealing. An announcement on the Z5 is imminent, so all rumours and speculation will soon be replaced by concrete details. We'll keep you posted!
Manufacturer: Nikon
The Z5 is a very good entry-level full frame camera, but its relatively high launch price may just persuade some potential purchasers that it’s worth forking out the relatively little extra for the Z6. Compared to other brands, the Z5 is neither cheap nor expensive.
Solid; robust feeling build; Good EVF and tilting rear screen; Twin memory card slots
Only 4.5fps continuous shooting; 4K video is cropped; 24-50mm kit lens is limiting; Nikon Z6 is better value
In many respects the Nikon Z5 is a great camera and combined with the compact Nikkor Z 24-50MM F/4-6.3 kit lens, it makes a very attractive choice of full-frame camera for travel or everyday photography - even if the zoom range is a little limiting.
Compact size and full-frame sensor; Nikon Z mount; Best in class viewfinder
Maximum continuous shooting of 4.5fps (frames per second); 1.7x crop applied to 4K video; 24-50mm kits lens is compact but has a limited zoom range
The Z5 is a very good entry-level full frame camera, but its relatively high launch price may just persuade some potential purchasers that it’s worth forking out the relatively little extra for the Z6. Compared to other brands, the Z5 is neither cheap nor expensive.
Solid; robust feeling build; Good EVF and tilting rear screen; Twin memory card slots
Only 4.5fps continuous shooting; 4K video is cropped; 24-50mm kit lens is limiting; Nikon Z6 is better value
In many respects the Nikon Z5 is a great camera and combined with the compact Nikkor Z 24-50MM F/4-6.3 kit lens, it makes a very attractive choice of full-frame camera for travel or everyday photography - even if the zoom range is a little limiting.
Compact size and full-frame sensor; Nikon Z mount; Best in class viewfinder
Maximum continuous shooting of 4.5fps (frames per second); 1.7x crop applied to 4K video; 24-50mm kits lens is compact but has a limited zoom range
The Nikon Z5 has an enticing set of specifications for the entry-level full-frame user, especially when you consider just how small the camera is. If you are on the lookout for a fantastic everyday or travel camera, or just like the idea of a smaller than usual camera, then the Z5 is certainly...
Solid handling; Great viewfinder; Small and light
Limited frame rate for sports and action; 4K video cropped
The Nikon Z5 has an enticing set of specifications for the entry-level full-frame user, especially when you consider just how small the camera is. If you are on the lookout for a fantastic everyday or travel camera, or just like the idea of a smaller than usual camera, then the Z5 is certainly...
Solid handling; Great viewfinder; Small and light
Limited frame rate for sports and action; 4K video cropped
The Nikon Z5 is the best entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera you can buy right now. It’s not perfect, but thanks to a blend of great image quality, a reliable autofocus performance, accessible handling and a weather-sealed body and tough body, the Z5 has a lot going for it.
Comfy grip and solid build; Logical control layout; High-resolution EVF; 5-axis AF system; Very capable AF system
Underwhelming burst shooting speed; Disappointing video specs including cropped 4K; Tilt-angle display; not vari-angle
The Nikon Z5 is the best entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera you can buy right now. It’s not perfect, but thanks to a blend of great image quality, a reliable autofocus performance, accessible handling and a weather-sealed body and tough body, the Z5 has a lot going for it.
Comfy grip and solid build; Logical control layout; High-resolution EVF; 5-axis AF system; Very capable AF system
Underwhelming burst shooting speed; Disappointing video specs including cropped 4K; Tilt-angle display; not vari-angle
The Nikon Z5 is a very solid introduction to the Nikon Z series and the kit lens is a very solid performer as well. There is a considerable saving to be made compared to the Z6 and Z7 and thus it widens the potential market without seriously affecting the end quality.
Excellent quality of results; Superb viewfinder; Dust and drip resistance; Good price point to enter superb Z system; Articulated screen; Built-in VR; Supports focus stacking; WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity; Handles well
Slow AF in low light; No lens hood provided
The Nikon Z5 is a very solid introduction to the Nikon Z series and the kit lens is a very solid performer as well. There is a considerable saving to be made compared to the Z6 and Z7 and thus it widens the potential market without seriously affecting the end quality.
Excellent quality of results; Superb viewfinder; Dust and drip resistance; Good price point to enter superb Z system; Articulated screen; Built-in VR; Supports focus stacking; WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity; Handles well
Slow AF in low light; No lens hood provided
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