Nikon Z 5 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only)

Catching Inspiration When It Strikes
Inspiration can be fleeting and sometimes it comes in a form that transcends words. A unique framing composition between two pillars during sunset, or a view through an architecture that splits modernity and tradition, the creative interpretations are endless. With the Nikon Z 5, capture stills and videos beautifully in lowlight scenes and render details sharply even with handheld shooting, camera shake is accurately detected and compensated to provide optimal effect with its 5-axis in-camera Vibration Reduction (VR) of up to 5.0 stops . Get to choose between two VR mode options to meet your shooting needs: NORMAL mode when you’re looking to capture still subjects and SPORT mode for moving subjects. In addition, the VR unit is designed with a lock structure feature to prevent the image sensor from damage caused by shaking.

Featuring a 273-point hybrid autofocus (AF) system that automatically changes
between focal-plane phase-detection AF, fast and accurate focusing on subjects is made possible. For the pet owners and lovers, the Animal-Detection AF3 ensures you have one less thing to worry about with the occasionally fussy furry friends as the automated focusing helps to keep the shots in clarity, and a manual selection of the eye to focus is available as well. When it comes to portraiture or candid captures of family and friends, or even model subjects, the Eye-Detection AF comes in handy even in continuous tracking - AF-C mode, and confirmation of detection is available both on the electronic viewfinder and the touch screen monitor that features approximately 1040 dot resolution.

Clarity and details of creations are rendered to its best depiction with the NIKKOR Z lenses’ performance to reproduce dynamic expressions, beautiful smooth bokeh and sharp images even at wide apertures. For those seeking high-sensitivity image quality, especially at night festival scenes in the crowds where handheld shooting is required or even in light painting occasions, the Nikon Z 5 and its ISO of 512004 effectively reduces noise and realises high resolution at an advanced level.

Expressive Video Performance
A dancer that chances upon a newly made-up choreography, or a foodie in a spot of baking frenzy can relive and recreate their moments of inspiration with videos. Deliver cinematic movies be it in-camera or through post-production with helpful features that includes Creative Picture Control. In lighting adjustments where at times shadows and highlights may prove tricky in certain environments, the Active D-Lighting feature help to optimise the scenes for a natural-looking setting while the focus peaking mode assist to identify the elements of a scene that are in focus.

For a more creative visual expression, creators can also play around with its simultaneous creation of time-lapse movie during interval-timer photography. Contrary to the concerns of time-lapse productions would quickly wear out the shutter, the Nikon Z 5’s silent shooting mode helps minimise that and prevents mechanical blur.

Built for Creativity Any Time, Anywhere
Getting a new camera may feel intimidating with its many features and settings, however, thanks to the considerations Nikon has taken when designing the Nikon Z 5, rest assured as the camera features improved user-friendliness. The camera is easy to handle as it features intuitive operation via a touch screen and its customisable “i-Menu” provides shortcuts to frequently used settings in one interface. The camera is made versatile and can store creations more effectively with its double SD memory card slots. Also, customise your settings with you own effects! The camera has 20 different types of Creative Picture Control, which works like your favourite app filters, that apply to both stills and movies so your creations get an immediate uplift.

Easily upload your photos on social media with #NikonSnapBridge. Ease the process of a quick transfer from camera to mobile device for fast edits from a third-party software of choice, pop the caption in and upload the marvellous creation to your social media. The SnapBridge app simplifies the process of transferring those high-quality shots from your camera to smart device5.

Compact and lightweight, move about freely as the camera only weighs approximately 675g. Creators are bound to enjoy the camera’s robust and durable body as it features dust- and drip-resistance, useful for whenever and wherever inspiration happens in any scenario. The trusty camera supports long hours, thanks to its battery’s new increased capacity. For those who never leave home without having their devices fully charged, rest easy in knowing that the camera can be charged on the go as it allows for USB charging and using the USB connectivity to a power bank6 as a continuous power supply.

Creators who want to elevate their creative aspirations to new heights are sure to love how easy it is to bring along the new Nikon Z 5 and produce high quality images and videos that capture the essence of their stories to share with the world.

Your full frame mirrorless journey starts here.

Push the limits of your creativity with the Z 5, an innovative full frame mirrorless camera built around Nikon's revolutionary Z mount. Compact yet powerful, simple yet sophisticated, its ready to grow with you.

Whatever your skill level, the Z5 delivers detailed imagery, precision autofocus and the tools you need to be as creative as possible.

Image Quality
Harness the entire view of the expansive full frame lenses and capture over 50% more image area than crop-sensor cameras. The latest generation Nikon Expeed 6 image processor delivers exceptional low light shooting capabilities with an ISO range from 100 to 51,200.
Z Mount
17% larger internal diameter than Nikon’s acclaimed F Mount. Wider than any full-frame mount available. It totally changes what’s possible with lens design. Enhanced low-light performance. Even illumination from corner-to-corner. Maximum apertures as wide as f/0.95. Faster data transfer between camera and lens. This is the ideal balance between mount diameter, large image sensor and flange focal InBody VR Sharpness starts with stability, and the Z5 has in camera image stabilisation systems available which are up to the task.
When using a NIKKOR Z lens, the camera body provides 5-axis VR image stabilisation up to 5 stops of stabilisation in 5 directions.

AF system
A 273-point hybrid af system covers 90% (approx.) of the frame for precise focus positioning.
That means wherever your subject is in the frame, there’s almost certainly a focus point locked onto your subject.
Face and eye detection autofocus for human and animals is available in stills shooting for perfect portraits every time.
Smooth and reliable video focusing is available in all video modes offering additional flexibility to adjust the focus speed and sensitivity for your video masterpiece.

Dual SD Cards
The Nikon Z5 includes two UHS-II SD card slots. These can be used together for overflow storage, automatic back up or file separation into raw and jpeg.

Video
The new Nikon Z5 records amazing video, shoot 4K UHD footage using the advantages of a mirrorless technology. Adjustable focusing speed and sensitivity can be adjusted for cinematic effect.
Enjoy smooth reliable autofocus in video recording with minimal to no focus breathing when using NIKKOR Z lenses.
The Z5 also supports simultaneous time-lapse movie and interval timer shooting modes, creating both a movie and separate files for post production.

Build Quality
The Nikon Z5 is weather sealed again dust, moisture and dirt, including sealing around all buttons and controls for extra piece of mind.
The magnesium alloy skeleton of the Z5 provides an excellent strength to weight ratio, and is made of the same material as Nikons professional DSLRs.

Power and batteries
Provide constant power to the Nikon Z5 when recording video or shooting long time-lapse sequences, connect to a computer and even charge your battery via the optional USB-C cable (UC-E25).
The Z5 is also compatible with the Nikon MB-N10 battery pack for up to 1.8x more shooting time than the usual cameras battery. Its designed with the same extensive sealing as the Z5 body whilst offering a balanced and comfortable addition to any shooting situation.
You can even hot swap batteries mid shooting without loosing power