Z5II

This is an extremely capable hybrid camera. If you need reliable video autofocus and you have modern Nikkor Z lenses, you are in for a very good time. For photos, it has 3D tracking, a huge upgrade from my original Z6. The only trade off I've noticed, the Z6 is built like a tank. The Z5_2 is definitely a "lighter build", however I would NOT call it cheap, everything feels like Nikon quality. I tested the Z50_2 and it was definitely a cheaper build and components compared to the Z5_2. For example, the viewfinder on the Z5_2 is very high quality compared to the Z50_2. Can anyone beat the performance and value of this offering? You nailed it Nikon, amazing job! Can't wait for the first major firmware update.

Impressed. Excellent image quality and performance, great AF and tracking, superb low light ability and coloration. I'm do mostly do stills, so this Z5II was perfect.Have the Z7 but needed better AF and tracking like the Z8 with its similar Z7 resolution. However, the Z8 is larger and heavier than the Z7, and prefer the size and weight format of the Z7.When Nikon introduced this Z5II with the Expeed 7 processor, it gave me the AF and tracking I needed, at about $2K less than Z8, so bought it. Even though the Z5II has a 24.5 Mp sensor, found it had much better image quality and performance than expected along with great low light capability. Very pleased, and has become my daily go to camera.If Nikon would put a high resolution partially stacked BSI sensor into this Z5II, they would have the Z7III that I, and many others, have been waiting for. But to my surprise, this Z5II is filling the temporary void perfectly! Great job Nikon!

This is exactly the camera I've been waiting on for a number of years. It takes the phenomenal performance of the Nikon Z9, attaches it to an oldie-but-goodie 24MP image sensor, and makes it available at a compelling price point. I like that Nikon basically didn't hold anything back with this camera body. Yes, there are cameras with faster sensors like the Z6iii, and more high-end features, like the Z8 and Z9. But for a long-time enthusiast like myself, with a number of older lenses and flashes, this gets me a massive body upgrade, that competes well with flagship cameras from yesteryear, at a price that doesn't break the bank.I primarily use this camera body to photograph my family and personal occasions. I've taken some of the best shots of my life within weeks of getting this camera. The autofocus is spectacular, and the colors and low-light performance are sensational. I've used it to document my son's nursery graduation, a friend's son's Bris, and my 10 year wedding anniversary. Each time, I left thrilled with some breathtaking photos that I nailed, and a few shots that remind me how much more I have to grow in terms of composition and technique.When I use this camera, I know that the only thing holding me back from getting the shots that I want, is me.I can heartily recommend this camera body to anyone who feels ready to take a big step forward in what their camera body can do for them, but doesn't want to break the bank, either.

I used to have a d90 after 15yrs it retired. It was time to get a new one i was planning to get the z50ii but it was out of stock so went with the z5ii and im glad i did ! the low light performance with 40 f2 was outstanding! The shots were really amazing! I have shaky hands and i can still shoot handheld at night thanks to the IBIS.

I had enjoyed a Z50 for a few years and wanted to step up to a full sensor model - The Z5ii came out with a number of upgrades, so I picked one up, along with a set of zoom lenses. I have been quite pleased. The next-level sharpness of the photos has been significant (versus the good quality I got from the crop-sensor model). The autofocus is fast and accurate. I've started working with the aperture and shutter priority settings more with the Z5ii. The pivoting screen is excellent, the wifi connection seems a bit less... vexing(?) than earlier attempts to use Snapbridge and I'm adapting to the extra weight of the superior equipment. I plan to pockets up a Nikkor 20mm f/1.8 S lens tomorrow, as a wide lens is the only thing missing from my setup. I'll let you know how it works. I am using a Tamron 28-70mm f/2.8 zoom as my main lens and it is sensational!

I’m coming from using a Z8. I wanted an affordable second body. The z6iii was a little two expensive. I was really considering the ZF but I want crazy about the ergonomics. Then the z5ii came out and it seemed perfect. I really enjoy it but two things really bothered me when using it that I now realize I can’t go without. 1) the silent shutter of the Z8 and 2) the sensor shield. Whenever I think there’s a perfect opportunity to use the z5ii instead of my z8, light weight travel, low light scenarios, etc, I constantly stop and realize that those two things of my z8 are so important. So I end up grabbing my z8 98% of the time.

I wouldn't call this a update to the Z5. It's like a whole new camera.

I’m really impressed with my Nikon Z5II. It takes high-quality shots with excellent detail, and I love how lightweight it feels, making it easy to carry around. The camera is packed with great features that give me plenty of flexibility, and I’m excited to explore its full potential and get creative with it.

I was a little disappointed at first however after I spent som time with it, it impressed me with the low light ability and the sharpness of the photos. I am using it with "NIKOR Z 28-400 f/4-8 VR Lens