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.
The full-frame, FX-format 24.3MP CMOS sensor is paired with an EXPEED 6 image processor to provide a versatile mixture of high sensitivity, nuanced image quality, and fast overall performance. A native sensitivity range from ISO 100-51200 permits working in a broad array of lighting conditions and can be further expanded up to ISO 102400 for extreme low-light conditions. The mixture of resolution and sensor size also contributes to clean image quality and smooth color transitions with reduced noise throughout the sensitivity range. In addition to benefitting image quality, the EXPEED 6 processor also affords useful speed throughout the camera system, including a top full-resolution continuous shooting rate of 4.5 fps as well as the ability to take 8MP when recording video.
Besides imaging, the sensor's design also incorporates a 273-point hybrid autofocus system that uses both phase-detection and contrast-detection methods to quickly and accurately acquire focus for both stills and video applications. This focusing system supports Eye Detection AF, which uses facial recognition to help lock focus onto subjects' eyes, along with Face Detection for both stills and video and for both humans and animals.
Capable of recording more than just stills, the Z 5 supports UHD 4K video recording at up to 30 fps and Full HD recording at up to 60 fps, with the ability to save movie files to the in-camera memory cards or to an optional external recorder via HDMI out. UHD 4K recording uses a 1.7x crop of the center portion of the frame while Full HD recording uses the entire full frame. Additionally, in-camera time-lapse shooting is also possible with the ability to produce a finished UHD 4K video file directly from the camera.
Built-in to the body is a 5-axis sensor-shift Vibration Reduction (VR) mechanism that compensates for up to five stops of stabilization regardless of the lens in use. This system also works with adapted lenses, when using the optional FTZ Adapter, where 3-axis stabilization is used. Also, benefitting video recording, Electronic VR is available to help steady footage to suit handheld shooting.
Covering a useful range of focal lengths, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S is a versatile zoom, spanning wide-angle to portrait-length perspectives. Its constant f/4 maximum aperture maintains a consistent exposure throughout the zoom range and also helps to realize a more compact and lightweight alternative to an f/2.8 zoom. In regard to the optical design, a unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element, in addition to three aspherical elements, is used to help reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom range in order to achieve high image sharpness and clarity. Both Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings have also been applied to control flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color rendering in bright and backlit conditions.
Complementing the optics, a stepping motor provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override to suit both stills and video applications. A programmable control ring can be set for intuitive adjustment over a variety of camera and exposure settings. Additionally, the lens has a button-less retractable barrel to realize a more compact form factor when not in use.
Standard zoom covers a wide-angle to portrait-length range and is designed for FX-format Z-mount mirrorless cameras.
Constant f/4 maximum aperture affords consistent performance throughout the zoom range and also contributes to the relatively lightweight design and compact form factor.
A unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element is incorporated into the optical design, along with three additional aspherical elements, to greatly reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations, distortion, coma (comatic aberration), and flare for consistent edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination.
A Nano Crystal Coat, along with a Super Integrated Coating, has been applied to lens elements to minimize surface and internal reflections for a marked reduction in lens flare and ghosting.
Stepping motor delivers impressively smooth, quiet, and fast autofocus performance that is well-suited to both stills and video applications. Full-time manual focus override is also possible and an internal focusing design is used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, to maintain the overall length of the lens during use and to promote faster focusing speeds.
Programmable Control Ring is, by default, set to adjust manual focus, but can also be used to control aperture or exposure compensation.
Specialized electromagnetic aperture mechanism provides greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with fast continuous shooting rates.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.
Exposed elements feature a fluorine coating that affords protection to the optical system against dust, grease, and water droplets.
Dust- and moisture-resistant lens barrel benefits the lens' use in inclement conditions.
Button-less retractable design maintains a compact form factor when the lens is not in use
Imaging
Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
Sensor Type | 35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 24.93 Megapixel Effective: 24.3 Megapixel (6016 x 4016) |
Crop Factor | None |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
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
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" |
Resolution | 1,040,000 Dot |
Display 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
Media/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) |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 3.05 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.4 x 7.3 x 5.4" |
Focal Length | 24 to 70mm |
Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
Format Compatibility | Full-Frame |
Angle of View | 84° to 34° 20' |
Minimum Focus Distance | 11.81" / 30 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0.3x |
Optical Design | 14 Elements in 11 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | None |
Filter Size | 72 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.05 x 3.48" / 77.5 x 88.5 mm |
Weight | 1.1 lb / 500 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 2.005 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8 x 5.75 x 5.55" |