Compact and capable, the Nikon Z 5 is an FX-format mirrorless camera with a well-rounded feature-set to suit both photo and video needs. Its 24.3MP CMOS sensor and EXPEED 6 processor afford wide sensitivity to ISO 51200, quick shooting at 4.5 fps, and UHD 4K video at 30 fps.
The imaging capabilities further translate to a refined autofocus system with 273 selectable points, and is a hybrid focusing system that uses both phase-detection and contrast-detection methods for high-speed, accurate focusing with adept subject tracking. Face Detection can be used in both stills and video modes while the more precise Eye Detection benefits portrait photographers working with either human or animal subjects.
Complementing the sensor and processor is a sleek but versatile physical design that includes a magnesium alloy chassis with a weather-sealed construction to suit working in inclement weather. A high-resolution 3.6m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder allows for high-res eye-level viewing while a rear 3.2" 1.04m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD accommodates working from high and low angles. Additionally, for easy sharing, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth work in conjunction with the Nikon SnapBridge app for wirelessly transferring photos and videos and remotely controlling the camera from your mobile device.
Included with the camera body is the NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR lens; an all-in-one 8.3x zoom covering wide-angle to super telephoto focal lengths. An advanced optical design, which uses a series of aspherical and ED elements, pairs with both ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings to produce sharp and clear image quality with high contrast and accurate color rendering to benefit working in various lighting conditions.
The impressive all-in-one zoom reach is also benefitted by Vibration Reduction image stabilization, which minimizes the appearance of camera shake by up to 5 stops for sharper handheld shooting. A stepping motor provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override to suit both stills and video applications. Also, a programmable control ring can be set for intuitive adjustment over a variety of camera and exposure settings.
| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Camera Format | Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) |
| Pixels | Actual: 24.93 Megapixel Effective: 24.3 Megapixel |
| Maximum Resolution | 6016 x 4016 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 35.9 x 23.9 mm |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
| Exposure Control | |
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 102400) |
| Shutter Speed | Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode |
| Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Matrix |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| Metering Range | -3 to 17 EV |
| White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 4.5 fps at 24.3 MP |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
| Video | |
| Recording Modes | H.264/MOV/MP4 UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p |
| External Recording Modes | 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 29.97p |
| Recording Limit | Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds |
| Video Encoding | NTSC/PAL |
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto/Manual: 100 to 25600 |
| Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input |
| Audio File Format | AAC, Linear PCM |
| Focus | |
| Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (C), Full-Time Servo (F), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) |
| Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 273 |
| Autofocus Sensitivity | 3 to +19 EV |
| Viewfinder and Monitor | |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic (OLED) |
| Viewfinder Size | 0.5" |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 3,690,000 Dot |
| Viewfinder Eye Point | 21 mm |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.8x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +2 |
| Monitor Size | 3.2" |
| Monitor Resolution | 1,040,000 Dot |
| Monitor Type | Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
| Flash | |
| Built-In Flash | No |
| Flash Modes | First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Curtain Sync/Red-Eye Reduction, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
| Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| Dedicated Flash System | iTTL |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Interface | |
| Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
| Connectivity | 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone, HDMI C (Mini), USB Type-C (USB 3.1) |
| Wireless | Bluetooth Wi-Fi |
| GPS | No |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% |
| Physical | |
| Battery | 1 x EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 470 Shots) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.28 x 3.96 x 2.74" / 134 x 100.5 x 69.5 mm |
| Weight | 1.3 lb / 590 g (Body Only) |
| Kit Lens | |
| Focal Length | 24 to 200mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 to 6.3 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 to 36 |
| Angle of View | 84° to 12° 20' |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.28x |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.64' / 50 cm |
| Optical Design | 19 Elements in 15 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Filter Size | 67 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.01 x 4.49" / 76.5 x 114 mm |
| Weight | 1.25 lb / 570 g |
