Nikon Z5 Mirrorless Camera Review (by ePhotozine)
John Riley at ePhotozine published the Nikon Z5 mirrorless camera (Amazon, B&H, Adorama) review saying that “The Nikon Z5 is a very solid introduction to the Nikon Z series and the kit lens is a very solid performer as well”.
Nikon Z5 Key Features:
- 24.3MP FX-Format CMOS Sensor
- EXPEED 6 Image Processor
- UHD 4K and Full HD Video Recording
- 3.6m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
- 3.2″ 1.04m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
- 5-Axis Sensor-Shift Vibration Reduction
- ISO 100-51200, Up to 4.5 fps Shooting
- Built-In Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Dual SD UHS-II Card Slots
Nikon Z5 Pros:
- 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
Nikon Z5 Cons:
- Slow AF in low light
- No lens hood provided
From the conclusion:
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. The Z range is incredibly good and the newcomer does not let it down; there is a lot to like about it, as well as a few minor niggles mentioned in the review.
Overall, a highly successful offering and one that can be enthusiastically Highly Recommended.
Read more: Best Lenses for Nikon Z5 and Best Memory Cards for Nikon Z5.