I had this bad boy and Made great images with it… Then I bought a Z7II, thinking it is game changer. I spend a lot od money and got same thing 😂. My prints are almost identical, and yes other people will never notice that this image is shoot with a 3k camera and this with 900€…. Z7 has its strenghts for sure, but for stills only I can’t justifiy the cost of higher end cameras. Hope this helps someone…if nothing, to Save some money 😁
Great review, thank you. It sounds like a terrific camera. I hope Nikon sells a ton of them, because I don't want to end up in a world partitioned between Canon and Sony.
Ian Codilla I got my Nikon Z5 this past Monday and I was able to do three senior portrait sessions and two family portrait sessions. And I totally agree that the image quality does not lack anything compared to my Nikon Z6. I did a couple side-by-side shots during the one senior portrait and the Z5 is a dual card slot Nikon Z6 without the video specs and FPS. I use my z6 with my ftz adapter and tamron lenses seeing Lightroom isn’t accepting those files if I used those lenses on my z5. I bought it solely just to have the two card slots to do weddings. I will use my Z6 as a back up camera during weddings. I’m glad you like yours I am extremely happy with mine
@@LMActionsports perfect! The only other thing I really want from Nikon regarding the Z system now is faster eye af and eye af that hits from farther away. I use the ftz adapter and a sigma 24mm art and a Nikon 58mm 1.4g and this setup has been flawless so far.
@@iancodilla5342 I used adapted lenses for the first year I had my Nikon Z6. Before they came out with the eye AF all the way up to firmware 3.0. and they came a long way from the first firmware update to now. I tried a Sony a73 and it was a little bit better not a whole lot better. But I bet Nikon we'll get there with a better firmware update . But I've been completely happy with the eye AF . And it's just as good on the Z5 as it is on the Z6.
I highly recommend the Nikon Z5. I already have had the Z6 for the past 18 months and I cannot tell the difference between the two of them in image quality. The second card slot is a must have if you want to do weddings. That’s the main reason I bought it so I could use it as my main body for weddings and my Z6 as a back up. I only dabble a little bit with video so the Z5 has plenty for me what I would do with video. But if you’re seriously into video and photos I would recommend the Z6. But the Nikon Z5 is truly a little beast and it should be labeled as intermediate to professional camera.
How is the video on 1080p 60fps? I don't need or want 4k. Thinking about Z5 with adapter lenses 85mm f1.8g and 50mm f1.8g. Can't afford the native lenses or Z6
@@rexonpadre4653 It's pretty good! It's some of the more detailed 1080p footage I have seen. Taylor Jackson did a video about the Z5 shooting 1080p. th-cam.com/video/8OITGdNcR-Q/w-d-xo.html
I went back and forth with this and the Z6/6ii. I ended up going with the Z5 as I just don't use fast bursts that much on my other body's that go up to 8.5. So I figured I won't really miss that. I'm not one to worry about video on the camera either, I'll just use my iPhone for anything I need there unless its a telephoto shot then the crop won't matter. Nikon seems to have made a great camera for the money and I look forward to using it with the 24-200 for travel. I ruled out Canon's R6 due to the lower end lenses lacking weather sealing. If money's no object that's a really nice system, but at a huge cost in comparison. The Z5 and 24-200 make a weather sealed combo for travel which is fantastic. The Z primes being weather resistant sealed the deal for me.
@@thuanvu5582 honestly I got a z5 after my d5000 and I’m really struggling to want to purchase an s lens. Sharpness is overrated… Sometimes I wish I just got the df second hand.
It’s been wonderful. Full frame, incredible functionality, perfect focusing and image stabilization and all my DSLR lenses work perfectly with the FTZ adapter. Well worth the $$$$$!!!!!
Finally got the Z5 with that tiny little kit lens. My first ever foray into full frames, jumping from that entry level APS-C Canon I've been using for years.....so far I have been astonished with the quality of the photos, especially so as this is the quality from a kit lens, not even from an 'S' lens. With IBIS and weather proofing and practically the same magnesium build and button layout without skimping on any single button from the Z6/7, this camera is a bargain! Loved your review thoroughly! Subbed! Cheers from India!
OMG your daughter is so cute! To hell with the review, didn't hear a word you said - didn't need to - BIG thumbs up for this video! With WFH, most of us are dealing with non ideal work conditions and I love the way you carried on with the video tending to your daughter as well
Thanks for the nice review guys. It was the final kicker that made me pick up a Z5 to replace my XT-3 system. It all has exceeded my expectations. Love the ergonomics; super comfortable, easy customization and menus. Image quality and performance is top drawer with the 50 1.8 S and 24-70 4 S. I liked the Fuji but always found myself fiddling with it instead of just enjoying taking photos.
Bryan, watching Z5 reviews because I have an X-T3 and also find myself fiddling and frustrated with the Menu system. I love the dials and build but handled a Z5 in a store today and found it extremely comfortable. Any thoughts/suggestions you have now that you have a little more time with your Z5? Thank you kindly...
@@NBPT428 Hi Bill! I really like the Z system, still love the feel of the Z5 and the lenses are excellent. Image quality and colour is superb! One thing though is that I hike a lot and I feel the extra weight and bulk of full frame after being out all day. We also love to travel so I'm thinking of when travel opens up. What is it going to be like walking the streets of towns in Europe or on a beach somewhere warm? I know that I would love the image results but the heft and size of full frame has me thinking again. I had a brief thought of picking up a Z50 but the Z lenses are big. I'd really love to just have one system. I may try out an X-S10. A friend of mine sold his X-T2 and got one. He tells me for handling and comfort it is a lot better. He has setup custom tabs in the menu so he's not hunting as much through the menu and has the buttons customized to his liking. I still have my 18-55, so I may give it a try.
@@bryansarty3821 Thanks for the feedback. I'm thinking of getting an X-E4 as a 2nd body to the X-T3 for street/travel purposes. If I use my 18-55mm and my 35mm f2 with it, the whole package is small and weighs just over 2lbs. Controls and features aren't up to the X-S10 but with some Menu customization like your friends X-T2, it may not be bad. Still love the Z-5 but the weight/size of the lenses is still bugging me. Thanks for the feedback!!
@@NBPT428 Hi Bill, I ended up picking up an open box X-S10 and an on sale XF 16-80. I am really enjoying this setup. Light weight, pretty compact, quick to use. Though I hate to do it I’m going to put the Z5 and the 2 lenses up for sale.
@@bryansarty3821 That sounds like a great setup. Good luck with it and hats off to you for trying the Z5. Probably hard to let it go but we can never change the weight and size of our equipment. Often thought of cashing in my 18-55mm for 16-80mm and going down to two zooms. (have 18-55/55-200/70-300+1.4tc now). Enjoy your new gear!!
I sold my d7200, 300mm f4, and Laowa 100mm and got a z5. I looked at several brands and even considered switching back to olympus since I primarily shoot macro and the built in focus bracketing is awesome. The z5 is what helped Nikon keep my business. I plan to get the new 105mm z macro and look forward to using Nikon’s focus shift instead of manually stacking images like I did with the laowa.
Fitting a DX lens onto a DF body always felt like a massive compromise, however this body seems to invite the option and get the advantage of light weight and compact shooting of movies and stills with a D750 class sensor (a sensor that still gets the job done) when detailed work is demanded.
Currently, a used Z6 body and new Z5 body are both about USD 1000. For a casual photographer not interested in fast burst rates, or higher end video capabilities, it seems the main advantage will be BSI. The higher price of xqd cards for the Z6 vs much cheaper SD cards for the Z5 seems to be a major disadvantage, perhaps not worth the BSI, and in reality increase the price by about 100$ or so (more if you have more than one card). Any other advantages/disadvantages to consider between a used Z6 over a new Z5 as an entry into full-frame mirrorless? Any thoughts will be appreciated.
Just bought the 24/200 4-6.3 vr for my Z5. helpfull info which no one will test. I mounted the lens and proceeded to accidently dropped the whole rig (never dropped a camera in my life). good fall off a table and on to hardwood floor. no issues, checked it all out. good for you Nikon!
The 1.7X crop is a real bummer...but what if you used the Z5 strictly as a 1080p camera? Is the quality serviceable? It was hard to tell from the small amount of 1080p footage. How does the HD footage compare to, say, a Sony a7 II, which is available for much less money? I think the Z5 could be a compelling choice for wedding photographers who dabble a little in video. It's a full-frame camera with dual SD card slots and IBIS. I don't think most couples are super picky about their wedding video being in 4K and showing every little blemish if the 1080p quality is decent. 1080p is not dead.
This is my dilemma - Im a Nikon hybrid shooter, both theses cameras would work for me as I only really shoot 1080 for social media. Its the native lenses that are much cheaper on the Sony system.
@SwitchRich yes agreed - the big thing with Nikons is how quick they switch from photo to video whilst automatically saving your last settings. Im often asked to shoot both and Nikon makes this very easy compared to other brands.
@SwitchRich if you watch enough reviews where the reviewer has experience of both systems they'll confirm what Im saying including Chris Nichols here at Dpreview. The video/photo switch on Nikons is so simple to use - its difficult to get over to people who haven't used it in a working day when you're going back and forth all day. Its one of those functions that can be key but you can't put on a spec list.
Hi, which microphones are you using for this video? The sound of Chris is excellent and very impressive considering the background noise on a oat or in the streets. The sound of Jordan not as much, but still good refelecting what is going on at the same time :)
I am an aspiring photographer, using D7000 for last 8 years or so..so here is my take as I want to upgrade to entry level full frame camera, as I have budget constraints..and why I am going to buy Nikon Z5.. 1. 8 years of Nikon ecosystem in blood now. It's one of the finest.. 2. I am getting FTZ mount in a bundled deal in India, which is a great deal. 3. I have Nikon FX and DX lens, FX will work with FTZ for sure, DX I might need to check, but yeah I need not invest in new lenses. 4. I am a TH-camr but my most of the stuff gets sufficed with 1080 60, so for that this is a good enough camera. 5. Budget, at this price point with the bundled deal that I am getting in India, this is a best possible value for money proposition. 6. I am not into sports or wild life photography, for occasional sanctuary and sports event visit I guess 4.5 fps might suffice the purpose. 7. And eager to get into the mirrorless world :)..!!
The problem here in the UK is the Z6 with ftz adapter on the grey market is £300 less than a Z5 with adapter from a typical online store. I do wish Nikon would enable 1080 backup - this really would make this a great events camera.
I've been binging fishing videos lately so when I clicked this to get my camera fill I thought I clicked the wrong video :) Nice change of scenery. Also suggest to Mr Drake to grease that reel ;)
I love my Z5-no complaints. What do we really need in a digital stills body? this has it. I shoot Fuji and a lot of film on the F80 and Pentax MX but the Z5 is what I have made many of my personal fave photos on.
Noticing on my new Z5 that the EVF playback is quite noisy in indoor shots!!! Bad camera? or is that true of all of them? Is the z6 any better? i know that they use the same EVF so it's a little concerning
Totally loved the Z50 (other than the nonsense flip screen), the Z5 would be a great replacement for my D750. What did you guys use to record the output with the user interface?
@@thatjordandrake thanks Jordan. What I realize about the latest Z models is that in photo mode it outputs all the settings but in video mode it's clean. This is very unlike my D750 where in video mode it shows all the settings. Quite a problem when output to screen to monitor my recordings.
Thanks for the review! Hope that Nikon sells a billion of them. I loved my D750 when I had it. The kit lens focal length is a bit baffling though. Is the lens that much cheaper than the Panasonic 20-60mm kit lens for the S5???
Nikon did a great job in positioning this camera. This is THE entry level FF from Nikon at a VERY reasonable price vs performance. As stated in the video, it does 99% of what the target market will use it for.
As an update now 11 months later... have purchased one of these. About the only thing i Feel they maybe struggle with is wildlife (but only in some instances) and video. But beyond that, they are much the same as the Z6/Z6 II minus the technical differences (BSI sensor, faster burst rate on the Z6/Z6 II, and no video crop in some cases for the Z6/Z6 II). But for a stills shooter wanting a budget backup camera, or a beginner FF camera, this is a great option . Of course the sales have now ended and it's back up to $1300 USD, but even so, it's not a bad deal. If you need the burst rate, you can certainly go with the Z6 but you're losing the dual SD card slots (plus you likely might have to buy XQD memory cards, which are still a bit costly these days). I will say that I'm impressed with the Z5, even more so with the latest firmware updates which puts it closer to that of the Z6 (in terms of AF speed performance which was the Z5's biggest drawback at release).
I’ve had my x-e2 for almost 10yrs and the cost of upgrading to an x-t5 is insane, so I decided to make the jump to full frame with a used Z5. First thing is I’m gonna have a heck of a learning curve😂.
I need some advice. I am an indie filmmaker preparing to shoot my first feature length movie: A found footage movie set entirely in the woods. I need a camera that can shoot high quality 4K footage, has a build-in gimbal for great stabilization, and good autofocus (maybe a touch screen). I am not concerned with tons and tons of different options and settings. What would you recommend?
For a full frame that price is not bad and its great fishing Camera. Its in the price range of my Sony a6600.(but I got mine at a lower price) I can't wait until Camera Conspiracies gets his hands on one.
Can I just suggest...while you did say it is shot with the S1H can those footages has a small text overlay when the footage is used by different cameras. that way you can mix the footages and we can see the differences more easily for video.
Besides another great review, kudos to bringing Ivy to it! Everything felt so natural and family-linked, as if we were all neighbours or friends. I'm a father too and it's great when our kids can be part of what we do and love. About the video itself, still wondering if june 2023 is the right time for a Z5 or expect a possible Z5 mk2, since it seems too outdated, even when compared to a Z50! Thanks again
which part of Z5 is outdated? It is absolutely the best option for stills photographers which don't want to spend a fortune to get great image quality. It has highly modern features. Z5ii is not rumored this year, most probably we won't see one in the near future.
@@Blitz_Shorts except for the focusing system, my D750 is still better and we’re talking about an older camera. Z5 is called entry level, though it doesn’t have a built in flash. Burst? 4fps… Screen doesn’t flip. Video 4K cropped. Pricy as f… So even the z50 is better in some features. Now, if you’re ok with all that, great. After all, that’s how some companies make money. I can wait. Thanks for your input
Great video on the Nilon Z5! I have owned it for a year now and love it! Have the ftz adaptor and use some of my sigma f mount lenses. I bought it with the kit lens! Would like to invest in another z lens for it!
The shot at 8:02 forced me to pause for over a minute. Light, shadow, depth, curves and textures framed together in an organic whole. Still picturing it in my mind.
Good morning because of your videos I bought a Nikon z5 so I'm wondering that it's heating up mainly on the underside, even the bass got hot today when I went to use it, I took the same one where I bought it, they kept the camera and they brought it back they said it was normal Did your model get hot? I'm waiting for hugs!!!
Nikon did a great job with this one. There's no reason to buy a more expensive Fuji X-T4 or X-Pro series when you can get an excellent full frame for so much cheaper.
z5 has better raw files, better screen and evf, better card slots, better sooc images, better ergonomics, better IBIS. A73 has better eye AF, better video, and faster continous shooting.
I am considering buying the Z5 for some time now. Right now I have a Nikon D7100, with some DX lenses, one of which is a tokina 10-17mm fisheye lens, as well as a Sigma 17-50mm f2.8, and I, wonder if I can use this lens to negate part of the 4k Video crop. Anyone has any experience with such a scenario? Is it going to work?
I'm researching what I want my next camera system to be since it looks like Canon is pretty much done with the EOS M system I currently own. I thought I would stay with APS-C, but this camera is really tempting for the price point. I'm looking for something with a good standard zoom (which EOS M has always lacked), and the Z5 can now be had with the 24-70 f/4 for under $1900. The main thing I'm contending with is how much I care about size. Even APS-C with a fast standard zoom is fairly bulky, with the Sigma 18-50 f/2.8 being the one exception. Either way I'm going to be spending in the $2000 range minus whatever I get for my current system. Decisions, decisions...
Hopefully Nikon steps up their video game. I’m a MFT refugee and lenses like the Z 24-200 f4-6.3 in full frame are the closest thing we have to the 12-100 Olympus.
Is mft still a safe place? I'm looking for a replacement camera. Fuji is nice and feature packed, but lenses are going to cost me almost the same as full frame. Mft has got some good things like IBIS, but... they seem to be dying out.
I tried a Z5 in the store, and given the price, it's a decent camera, but I still like having the top-deck plate on my Z6, plus a few other things. But the Z5 is a good option if you don't want to spend the extra $400 but you want dual card slots. It's probably a step up from the D750 but a step below the Z6 (mainly because of the lack of a BSI sensor in the Z5, and it's burst shooting rate is rather slow--slower than the D750 actually).
i’ve seen a couple AF videos on the z5 it seems snappy enough the RP i’ve actually tested it works extremely fast with canons dual pixel AF it’ll depend on the lens you’re using as well some or quicker than others
sunnymadethat , Canon RP is so tempting at only $999, and small, light and discrete enough to compare with some of the smaller APSC/mft body.. too many choices for us poor photographers :)
For what it is, at its price point, it’s good. I wouldn’t use it for paid events as the 4K is not great with that crop. Great IQ. Overall good for what it offers including IBIS
Actually it would be great if the Nikon Z5 had a flip out screen like on the Nikon D5500 and that the Nikon Z5 had unlimited recording time limit even in 8 bit.
Not for street photography. Yes, for video. Wish they could make one for street and another version for video, but then the added cost.... oh well. I can see how it lacks for video shooters.
Why has it suddenly become that you need XQD or CFe for higher framerate cameras? I had a Pentax K-3, also 24MP, that did 8fps and could do so for about 3 seconds, and that’s an old camera. Similar with the Nikon D7500, and that can shoot longer iirc. Unless manufacturers are cutting costs by reducing the amount of buffer memory, I don’t see it.
I know the price will eventually even out between those cameras, but right now the Z5 and A7C is closer to the Z6 and R than the RP. The Z5 and A7C will probably be really good value eventually, but for a good while yet they're nowhere near the RP.
If you're a hybrid shooter, the A7C is probably the only option for you. Z5 is ok if you don't mind 1080p, for casual holiday shoots. RP is rank 3 in terms of stats. But it is a good value if you're a casual shooter. However, there is not a single lens option that will fit the budget of RP users. Unless you're going to spend $5,000 in lenses for a $1,000 body. So Sony still wins. Even a cheap a6400 is better than the RP in almost every aspect especially terms of the lens ecosystem.
Nope. I used the Z5 for two weddings with the Z6 and the D780. After 1800 shots I can tell you the autofocus is not as snappy as the Z6 (yes I was using Z lenses). It doesn't gather light as quickly for autofocus in stills and AF-C. Shame as it was the perfect backup.
Thanks for this input. I really want an opinion from other wedding photogs. What's exactly the problem with the Z5? Does it miss focus more often than the D780 or it's just slower?
@@Revan89 Not sure what this person is going on about. Locks focus super fast, way faster in good light, but in low light it's still good. It has literally the same AF system as the Z6, the only different is BSI sensor, which doesn't matter much for stills, matters more so for low light AF video.
I have a Z5. It randomly overexposes. I switch it on, the EVF is almost white, I switch it off and back on, and then it exposes correctly. Nikon says that it has no fault. I’m also underwhelmed by the AF - it loses focus on a virtually static subject. And it can’t focus properly with a Samyang 85/f1.4 (unlike my D7500, which has no problem - strictly my 2nd D7500: the 1st being so defective it has to be replaced). I’ve owned 6 Nikon digital cameras and this is the third that’s had a fault - at least Nikon accepted the other two were faulty. Now they are in denial. Trouble is, when you’ve got a full set of Nikon lenses, you’re rather stuffed. It’s a shame, because it’s a nice size and weight, and the 14-30 and 24-200 are a good pair of landscape lenses. Perhaps it’s just typical of modern digital stuff - they rush it out and hope there aren’t too many bugs. No wonder driverless cars are an abject failure.
All I wish for the Nikon Z5 Mark 2 is a flip out screen and unlimited recording time limit like on the Sony A74 and Panasonic S5. I also would very much like the Nikon D780 and Nikon D750 and I intend to next purchase the Nikon D5600 I love those capable cameras as I use a Nikon D5500 and combine it with the Youngnou 35mm and 50mm and I intend to purchase the Youngnou 85mm lens soon. Also I use the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-F4 and Tamron 18-200 for portraits and street photography I am eyeing up the Tamron 16-300mm lens and Tamron 35-150 F2.8-F4 lens.
There's one thing this camera doesn't have that the D750 has....a proper vertical with a shutter button. That's a bit of a deal killer for me. I guess the Z6II will be my best option
Unless you shoot sports or birding, or anything that requires FPS higher than in any Sony APS-C mirrorless ever made. Even 2010's NEX-3 premiered with 7fps. And Canon's high end APS-C shoots nearly 3x as fast. And then there's video...
I had this bad boy and Made great images with it…
Then I bought a Z7II, thinking it is game changer.
I spend a lot od money and got same thing 😂.
My prints are almost identical, and yes other people will never notice that this image is shoot with a 3k camera and this with 900€….
Z7 has its strenghts for sure, but for stills only I can’t justifiy the cost of higher end cameras.
Hope this helps someone…if nothing, to Save some money 😁
Great review, thank you. It sounds like a terrific camera. I hope Nikon sells a ton of them, because I don't want to end up in a world partitioned between Canon and Sony.
Exactly. Competition makes the world goes round.
don't worry there are fuji and panasonic as well
Same.
That's a weird way to spell Fujifilm and Sony.
There’s Nothing We Can Do, Canon Fanboys Are Still Gonna Get The RP For The “Colour Science”
I love my Z5. I've done a wedding and quite a bit of street photography and I haven't felt like it's lacked anything.
Ian Codilla I got my Nikon Z5 this past Monday and I was able to do three senior portrait sessions and two family portrait sessions. And I totally agree that the image quality does not lack anything compared to my Nikon Z6. I did a couple side-by-side shots during the one senior portrait and the Z5 is a dual card slot Nikon Z6 without the video specs and FPS. I use my z6 with my ftz adapter and tamron lenses seeing Lightroom isn’t accepting those files if I used those lenses on my z5. I bought it solely just to have the two card slots to do weddings. I will use my Z6 as a back up camera during weddings. I’m glad you like yours I am extremely happy with mine
@@LMActionsports perfect! The only other thing I really want from Nikon regarding the Z system now is faster eye af and eye af that hits from farther away. I use the ftz adapter and a sigma 24mm art and a Nikon 58mm 1.4g and this setup has been flawless so far.
@@iancodilla5342 I used adapted lenses for the first year I had my Nikon Z6. Before they came out with the eye AF all the way up to firmware 3.0. and they came a long way from the first firmware update to now. I tried a Sony a73 and it was a little bit better not a whole lot better. But I bet Nikon we'll get there with a better firmware update . But I've been completely happy with the eye AF . And it's just as good on the Z5 as it is on the Z6.
Any suggestions for compact lenses? I’m between the z5 and Fuji x100v compact set up.
@@LMActionsports Do the files look the same when editing between the two? Trying to decide between the two right now
I highly recommend the Nikon Z5. I already have had the Z6 for the past 18 months and I cannot tell the difference between the two of them in image quality. The second card slot is a must have if you want to do weddings. That’s the main reason I bought it so I could use it as my main body for weddings and my Z6 as a back up. I only dabble a little bit with video so the Z5 has plenty for me what I would do with video. But if you’re seriously into video and photos I would recommend the Z6. But the Nikon Z5 is truly a little beast and it should be labeled as intermediate to professional camera.
How is the video on 1080p 60fps? I don't need or want 4k. Thinking about Z5 with adapter lenses 85mm f1.8g and 50mm f1.8g. Can't afford the native lenses or Z6
4K i dont need it. 1080 is ok With me. How is 1080p quality?
@@rexonpadre4653 It's pretty good! It's some of the more detailed 1080p footage I have seen.
Taylor Jackson did a video about the Z5 shooting 1080p. th-cam.com/video/8OITGdNcR-Q/w-d-xo.html
This ain't a review for the Nikon Z5, it's just Chris and Jordan angling for a fishing show.
Angling for an angling show?
Or should I have said: fishing for an angling show?
Would watch
@@Dennis-vh8tz Ana w
Chris Nicolls kinda already has a fishing show, as I understand it! It's on TH-cam.
this is the best review with little baby girl with jordan
She's so sweet!
Petiton to bring her back in upcoming videos...
I went back and forth with this and the Z6/6ii. I ended up going with the Z5 as I just don't use fast bursts that much on my other body's that go up to 8.5. So I figured I won't really miss that. I'm not one to worry about video on the camera either, I'll just use my iPhone for anything I need there unless its a telephoto shot then the crop won't matter. Nikon seems to have made a great camera for the money and I look forward to using it with the 24-200 for travel. I ruled out Canon's R6 due to the lower end lenses lacking weather sealing. If money's no object that's a really nice system, but at a huge cost in comparison. The Z5 and 24-200 make a weather sealed combo for travel which is fantastic. The Z primes being weather resistant sealed the deal for me.
I'm kind of in the same boat... I'm looking to upgrade from a D7100 and bouncing between a Z5 and Z6 ii.
@@thuanvu5582 honestly I got a z5 after my d5000 and I’m really struggling to want to purchase an s lens. Sharpness is overrated… Sometimes I wish I just got the df second hand.
Maybe you should do a shootout between entry level full-frame and flagship APS-C cameras.
Chris & Jordan love the family element that you often bring to your videos. Keep up the great work.
That closing scenery on the lake (4:17), perfection.
Finally took the plunge with the Z5 for my first mirrorless full frame camera thanks to your review. I’m thrilled with it. Many thanks.
Hows it been? Looking for an entry level FF Too and don't have too much $ to spend (student)
It’s been wonderful. Full frame, incredible functionality, perfect focusing and image stabilization and all my DSLR lenses work perfectly with the FTZ adapter. Well worth the $$$$$!!!!!
@@martingraham4577 great. Thanks!
I like that we get to see Ivy in both the DPReview and TheCameraStoreTV episodes because of Jordan and Evelyn.
Finally got the Z5 with that tiny little kit lens. My first ever foray into full frames, jumping from that entry level APS-C Canon I've been using for years.....so far I have been astonished with the quality of the photos, especially so as this is the quality from a kit lens, not even from an 'S' lens. With IBIS and weather proofing and practically the same magnesium build and button layout without skimping on any single button from the Z6/7, this camera is a bargain!
Loved your review thoroughly! Subbed! Cheers from India!
OMG your daughter is so cute! To hell with the review, didn't hear a word you said - didn't need to - BIG thumbs up for this video! With WFH, most of us are dealing with non ideal work conditions and I love the way you carried on with the video tending to your daughter as well
i assume you haven't watched any of the recent Thecamerastore videos. His wife often has their daughter with her while doing camera reviews.
Best camera review channel on youtube. Thanks guys.
Thanks for the nice review guys. It was the final kicker that made me pick up a Z5 to replace my XT-3 system. It all has exceeded my expectations. Love the ergonomics; super comfortable, easy customization and menus. Image quality and performance is top drawer with the 50 1.8 S and 24-70 4 S. I liked the Fuji but always found myself fiddling with it instead of just enjoying taking photos.
Bryan, watching Z5 reviews because I have an X-T3 and also find myself fiddling and frustrated with the Menu system. I love the dials and build but handled a Z5 in a store today and found it extremely comfortable. Any thoughts/suggestions you have now that you have a little more time with your Z5? Thank you kindly...
@@NBPT428 Hi Bill! I really like the Z system, still love the feel of the Z5 and the lenses are excellent. Image quality and colour is superb! One thing though is that I hike a lot and I feel the extra weight and bulk of full frame after being out all day. We also love to travel so I'm thinking of when travel opens up. What is it going to be like walking the streets of towns in Europe or on a beach somewhere warm? I know that I would love the image results but the heft and size of full frame has me thinking again. I had a brief thought of picking up a Z50 but the Z lenses are big. I'd really love to just have one system. I may try out an X-S10. A friend of mine sold his X-T2 and got one. He tells me for handling and comfort it is a lot better. He has setup custom tabs in the menu so he's not hunting as much through the menu and has the buttons customized to his liking. I still have my 18-55, so I may give it a try.
@@bryansarty3821 Thanks for the feedback. I'm thinking of getting an X-E4 as a 2nd body to the X-T3 for street/travel purposes. If I use my 18-55mm and my 35mm f2 with it, the whole package is small and weighs just over 2lbs. Controls and features aren't up to the X-S10 but with some Menu customization like your friends X-T2, it may not be bad. Still love the Z-5 but the weight/size of the lenses is still bugging me. Thanks for the feedback!!
@@NBPT428 Hi Bill,
I ended up picking up an open box X-S10 and an on sale XF 16-80. I am really enjoying this setup. Light weight, pretty compact, quick to use.
Though I hate to do it I’m going to put the Z5 and the 2 lenses up for sale.
@@bryansarty3821 That sounds like a great setup. Good luck with it and hats off to you for trying the Z5. Probably hard to let it go but we can never change the weight and size of our equipment. Often thought of cashing in my 18-55mm for 16-80mm and going down to two zooms. (have 18-55/55-200/70-300+1.4tc now). Enjoy your new gear!!
Love these fishing/camera reviews
I sold my d7200, 300mm f4, and Laowa 100mm and got a z5. I looked at several brands and even considered switching back to olympus since I primarily shoot macro and the built in focus bracketing is awesome. The z5 is what helped Nikon keep my business. I plan to get the new 105mm z macro and look forward to using Nikon’s focus shift instead of manually stacking images like I did with the laowa.
Fitting a DX lens onto a DF body always felt like a massive compromise, however this body seems to invite the option and get the advantage of light weight and compact shooting of movies and stills with a D750 class sensor (a sensor that still gets the job done) when detailed work is demanded.
Currently, a used Z6 body and new Z5 body are both about USD 1000. For a casual photographer not interested in fast burst rates, or higher end video capabilities, it seems the main advantage will be BSI. The higher price of xqd cards for the Z6 vs much cheaper SD cards for the Z5 seems to be a major disadvantage, perhaps not worth the BSI, and in reality increase the price by about 100$ or so (more if you have more than one card). Any other advantages/disadvantages to consider between a used Z6 over a new Z5 as an entry into full-frame mirrorless? Any thoughts will be appreciated.
I have the Z5 as a backup to my Z6II and I love it . It’s a great camera at a great price .
I like Jordan's go In Baby Image Stabilisation. 😀😆
Just bought the 24/200 4-6.3 vr for my Z5. helpfull info which no one will test. I mounted the lens and proceeded to accidently dropped the whole rig (never dropped a camera in my life). good fall off a table and on to hardwood floor. no issues, checked it all out. good for you Nikon!
The 1.7X crop is a real bummer...but what if you used the Z5 strictly as a 1080p camera? Is the quality serviceable? It was hard to tell from the small amount of 1080p footage. How does the HD footage compare to, say, a Sony a7 II, which is available for much less money?
I think the Z5 could be a compelling choice for wedding photographers who dabble a little in video. It's a full-frame camera with dual SD card slots and IBIS. I don't think most couples are super picky about their wedding video being in 4K and showing every little blemish if the 1080p quality is decent.
1080p is not dead.
OMG THAT GORGEOUS BABY!!! Great job, Ev! (with an assist from Jordan, lol)
Oh man,can't wait to get it. Hope you can make a compare video, with the Nikon Z5 and Sony A7c. Love you guys muchly.
This is my dilemma - Im a Nikon hybrid shooter, both theses cameras would work for me as I only really shoot 1080 for social media. Its the native lenses that are much cheaper on the Sony system.
@SwitchRich yes agreed - the big thing with Nikons is how quick they switch from photo to video whilst automatically saving your last settings. Im often asked to shoot both and Nikon makes this very easy compared to other brands.
you can work around shortcomings of Nikon (AF, burst rate and even video) but cant do anything about Sony (ergonomics and viewfinder).
@SwitchRich if you watch enough reviews where the reviewer has experience of both systems they'll confirm what Im saying including Chris Nichols here at Dpreview. The video/photo switch on Nikons is so simple to use - its difficult to get over to people who haven't used it in a working day when you're going back and forth all day. Its one of those functions that can be key but you can't put on a spec list.
@SwitchRich You don't have to go into video mode on Sony to record video. The record button works at all times.
Hi, which microphones are you using for this video? The sound of Chris is excellent and very impressive considering the background noise on a oat or in the streets. The sound of Jordan not as much, but still good refelecting what is going on at the same time :)
Chris, Jordan, what was this filmed with? Is it on your GH5s? I am not sure what changed for your colors, but the quality seems to be suuuuperb!
I bought z5 last week. Love it.
How long is that line?! Chris: Let's see if anyone notices how long I can keep reeling in😋🤣 great review as always fellas! 👍🏻
I am an aspiring photographer, using D7000 for last 8 years or so..so here is my take as I want to upgrade to entry level full frame camera, as I have budget constraints..and why I am going to buy Nikon Z5..
1. 8 years of Nikon ecosystem in blood now. It's one of the finest..
2. I am getting FTZ mount in a bundled deal in India, which is a great deal.
3. I have Nikon FX and DX lens, FX will work with FTZ for sure, DX I might need to check, but yeah I need not invest in new lenses.
4. I am a TH-camr but my most of the stuff gets sufficed with 1080 60, so for that this is a good enough camera.
5. Budget, at this price point with the bundled deal that I am getting in India, this is a best possible value for money proposition.
6. I am not into sports or wild life photography, for occasional sanctuary and sports event visit I guess 4.5 fps might suffice the purpose.
7. And eager to get into the mirrorless world :)..!!
And finally I have purchased Z5 today and it is so so so awesome..!!
@@TheCommonManOnWheels congrats on your purchase.
At what price did u purchase
The problem here in the UK is the Z6 with ftz adapter on the grey market is £300 less than a Z5 with adapter from a typical online store.
I do wish Nikon would enable 1080 backup - this really would make this a great events camera.
for photography, would you reccomend a Z5 over let's say a similarly priced crop sensor camera body like the Fuji X-T4 or a Sony A6600?
30 years from now...
Her friend: “I’ve been reviewing camera gear for 10 years.”
Her: “Hold my iPhone 45...”
Hey Chris and Jordan, do you think going from d750 to z5 is a good switch?
I've been binging fishing videos lately so when I clicked this to get my camera fill I thought I clicked the wrong video :) Nice change of scenery.
Also suggest to Mr Drake to grease that reel ;)
Nikon has 24-200mm, not 240mm..
Nevertheless, nice video..
Ivy has graduated from microphone holder with her mom to full blown co-host with her dad. LOL
Hey Chris whats the lens you are using on the Z5 at the end of this video?
Seems like a great value buy
I love my Z5-no complaints. What do we really need in a digital stills body? this has it. I shoot Fuji and a lot of film on the F80 and Pentax MX but the Z5 is what I have made many of my personal fave photos on.
Noticing on my new Z5 that the EVF playback is quite noisy in indoor shots!!! Bad camera? or is that true of all of them? Is the z6 any better? i know that they use the same EVF so it's a little concerning
Gonna miss you guys
Help!!! Buying my first camera..this Z5 or Fujifilm X-S10?
Totally loved the Z50 (other than the nonsense flip screen), the Z5 would be a great replacement for my D750.
What did you guys use to record the output with the user interface?
We use an Atomos Ninja V to record the camera interface.
@@thatjordandrake thanks Jordan.
What I realize about the latest Z models is that in photo mode it outputs all the settings but in video mode it's clean.
This is very unlike my D750 where in video mode it shows all the settings. Quite a problem when output to screen to monitor my recordings.
Great review. Thanks for making this video. I am thinking about getting a Z5.
Thanks for the review! Hope that Nikon sells a billion of them. I loved my D750 when I had it. The kit lens focal length is a bit baffling though. Is the lens that much cheaper than the Panasonic 20-60mm kit lens for the S5???
That Panasonic kit lens is quite something, I guess the advantage on the Nikon one is the weight and the size.
Nikon did a great job in positioning this camera. This is THE entry level FF from Nikon at a VERY reasonable price vs performance. As stated in the video, it does 99% of what the target market will use it for.
As an update now 11 months later... have purchased one of these. About the only thing i Feel they maybe struggle with is wildlife (but only in some instances) and video. But beyond that, they are much the same as the Z6/Z6 II minus the technical differences (BSI sensor, faster burst rate on the Z6/Z6 II, and no video crop in some cases for the Z6/Z6 II). But for a stills shooter wanting a budget backup camera, or a beginner FF camera, this is a great option . Of course the sales have now ended and it's back up to $1300 USD, but even so, it's not a bad deal. If you need the burst rate, you can certainly go with the Z6 but you're losing the dual SD card slots (plus you likely might have to buy XQD memory cards, which are still a bit costly these days). I will say that I'm impressed with the Z5, even more so with the latest firmware updates which puts it closer to that of the Z6 (in terms of AF speed performance which was the Z5's biggest drawback at release).
1:20 love the fake fishing shot. Nice try Chris. :)
Love the fishing trip. Love the working dad section. You guys rock
Im really glad that I bought dpreview 2 recommended cameras before they closed first canon m200 second nikon z5 I never dissapoint with dpreview
I’ve had my x-e2 for almost 10yrs and the cost of upgrading to an x-t5 is insane, so I decided to make the jump to full frame with a used Z5. First thing is I’m gonna have a heck of a learning curve😂.
I need some advice. I am an indie filmmaker preparing to shoot my first feature length movie: A found footage movie set entirely in the woods. I need a camera that can shoot high quality 4K footage, has a build-in gimbal for great stabilization, and good autofocus (maybe a touch screen). I am not concerned with tons and tons of different options and settings. What would you recommend?
I would say, the Nikon Z6 is the best, budget-friendly video camera out right now.
For a full frame that price is not bad and its great fishing Camera. Its in the price range of my Sony a6600.(but I got mine at a lower price)
I can't wait until Camera Conspiracies gets his hands on one.
Chris how are you hair always this good ?
Great review
Can I just suggest...while you did say it is shot with the S1H can those footages has a small text overlay when the footage is used by different cameras. that way you can mix the footages and we can see the differences more easily for video.
Besides another great review, kudos to bringing Ivy to it! Everything felt so natural and family-linked, as if we were all neighbours or friends. I'm a father too and it's great when our kids can be part of what we do and love. About the video itself, still wondering if june 2023 is the right time for a Z5 or expect a possible Z5 mk2, since it seems too outdated, even when compared to a Z50! Thanks again
which part of Z5 is outdated? It is absolutely the best option for stills photographers which don't want to spend a fortune to get great image quality. It has highly modern features. Z5ii is not rumored this year, most probably we won't see one in the near future.
@@Blitz_Shorts except for the focusing system, my D750 is still better and we’re talking about an older camera. Z5 is called entry level, though it doesn’t have a built in flash. Burst? 4fps… Screen doesn’t flip. Video 4K cropped. Pricy as f… So even the z50 is better in some features. Now, if you’re ok with all that, great. After all, that’s how some companies make money. I can wait. Thanks for your input
She’s the cutest Jordan. Good work!
Great video on the Nilon Z5! I have owned it for a year now and love it! Have the ftz adaptor and use some of my sigma f mount lenses. I bought it with the kit lens! Would like to invest in another z lens for it!
The shot at 8:02 forced me to pause for over a minute. Light, shadow, depth, curves and textures framed together in an organic whole. Still picturing it in my mind.
Good morning because of your videos I bought a Nikon z5 so I'm wondering that it's heating up mainly on the underside, even the bass got hot today when I went to use it, I took the same one where I bought it, they kept the camera and they brought it back they said it was normal Did your model get hot? I'm waiting for hugs!!!
Was this from Video or just photos?
@@helsonly722 I’m change my câmera was is broken rs
@@marcelopradostudios2719 what is rs?
what lens for the video ? very clear.
z5 with what lens buy for lansdcape which can recomend ?
Nikon did a great job with this one. There's no reason to buy a more expensive Fuji X-T4 or X-Pro series when you can get an excellent full frame for so much cheaper.
This combined with the NIKKOR 26mm f2.8 pancake is a dream combo for travel ❤
In my country the Sony A7 Mark 1 is still available for half the price. Do you think it would be a significant step back in performance?
hey Chris, how would you compare the Z5 to sony A73?..thanks
z5 has better raw files, better screen and evf, better card slots, better sooc images, better ergonomics, better IBIS. A73 has better eye AF, better video, and faster continous shooting.
@@RiposteThis Exactly.
I am considering buying the Z5 for some time now. Right now I have a Nikon D7100, with some DX lenses, one of which is a tokina 10-17mm fisheye lens, as well as a Sigma 17-50mm f2.8, and I, wonder if I can use this lens to negate part of the 4k Video crop.
Anyone has any experience with such a scenario? Is it going to work?
Is auto focus performance in good for Z5 in burst mode (4.5 fps) ?
I hope you'll have a new video comparing Z5 vs. Z6 II soo. Great video.
could we say that the video quality on the z5 is the same as the z50?
It sounds pretty good to me. I certainly hope it works for Nikon. I don't own one, but I like the look of them.
I'm researching what I want my next camera system to be since it looks like Canon is pretty much done with the EOS M system I currently own. I thought I would stay with APS-C, but this camera is really tempting for the price point. I'm looking for something with a good standard zoom (which EOS M has always lacked), and the Z5 can now be had with the 24-70 f/4 for under $1900. The main thing I'm contending with is how much I care about size. Even APS-C with a fast standard zoom is fairly bulky, with the Sigma 18-50 f/2.8 being the one exception. Either way I'm going to be spending in the $2000 range minus whatever I get for my current system. Decisions, decisions...
Hopefully Nikon steps up their video game. I’m a MFT refugee and lenses like the Z 24-200 f4-6.3 in full frame are the closest thing we have to the 12-100 Olympus.
Is mft still a safe place? I'm looking for a replacement camera. Fuji is nice and feature packed, but lenses are going to cost me almost the same as full frame.
Mft has got some good things like IBIS, but... they seem to be dying out.
Even in a hazy day, it still producing kinda good colors and sharpness.
cool video! Making reviews, while doing what you love to do! Also, what mic are you using for you voice> Is it a Lapel mic? It sounds great!
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awesome review!!!
I tried a Z5 in the store, and given the price, it's a decent camera, but I still like having the top-deck plate on my Z6, plus a few other things. But the Z5 is a good option if you don't want to spend the extra $400 but you want dual card slots. It's probably a step up from the D750 but a step below the Z6 (mainly because of the lack of a BSI sensor in the Z5, and it's burst shooting rate is rather slow--slower than the D750 actually).
BSI sensor is over rated completely. The new Canon R5 and R6 cameras are incredible and do not use BSI sensors.
BSI sensor - image quality is difficult to see. I have both Z6 and Z5. At Lower ISO Z5 is better. Higher. ISO Z6 is better starting 3200
How’s the AF performance compare to Canon RP? Shopping for this or RP, possibly Pana S5.
i’ve seen a couple AF videos on the z5 it seems snappy enough the RP i’ve actually tested it works extremely fast with canons dual pixel AF it’ll depend on the lens you’re using as well some or quicker than others
I will always go with Nikon. They never break.
@@brucegarethgeorge My D7100 died in a quick storm. So much for weather sealing...
Christian Fiore The D7XXX series cameras are for hobbyists and don‘t offer the same level of weathersealing as the Z and DXXX cameras.
sunnymadethat , Canon RP is so tempting at only $999, and small, light and discrete enough to compare with some of the smaller APSC/mft body.. too many choices for us poor photographers :)
For what it is, at its price point, it’s good. I wouldn’t use it for paid events as the 4K is not great with that crop. Great IQ. Overall good for what it offers including IBIS
Now i hesitate between Z5 and Fuji xt4...they have more or less the same price,even prime lens too.
Any advice?
For professional work go for Nikon.
Actually it would be great if the Nikon Z5 had a flip out screen like on the Nikon D5500 and that the Nikon Z5 had unlimited recording time limit even in 8 bit.
Not for street photography. Yes, for video. Wish they could make one for street and another version for video, but then the added cost.... oh well. I can see how it lacks for video shooters.
Why has it suddenly become that you need XQD or CFe for higher framerate cameras? I had a Pentax K-3, also 24MP, that did 8fps and could do so for about 3 seconds, and that’s an old camera. Similar with the Nikon D7500, and that can shoot longer iirc. Unless manufacturers are cutting costs by reducing the amount of buffer memory, I don’t see it.
Hi cris
A7C vs Z5 vs RP can u make a video on that?
I know the price will eventually even out between those cameras, but right now the Z5 and A7C is closer to the Z6 and R than the RP.
The Z5 and A7C will probably be really good value eventually, but for a good while yet they're nowhere near the RP.
If you're a hybrid shooter, the A7C is probably the only option for you.
Z5 is ok if you don't mind 1080p, for casual holiday shoots.
RP is rank 3 in terms of stats. But it is a good value if you're a casual shooter.
However, there is not a single lens option that will fit the budget of RP users. Unless you're going to spend $5,000 in lenses for a $1,000 body. So Sony still wins.
Even a cheap a6400 is better than the RP in almost every aspect especially terms of the lens ecosystem.
Nope. I used the Z5 for two weddings with the Z6 and the D780. After 1800 shots I can tell you the autofocus is not as snappy as the Z6 (yes I was using Z lenses). It doesn't gather light as quickly for autofocus in stills and AF-C. Shame as it was the perfect backup.
Thanks for this input. I really want an opinion from other wedding photogs. What's exactly the problem with the Z5? Does it miss focus more often than the D780 or it's just slower?
@@Revan89 Not sure what this person is going on about. Locks focus super fast, way faster in good light, but in low light it's still good. It has literally the same AF system as the Z6, the only different is BSI sensor, which doesn't matter much for stills, matters more so for low light AF video.
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This better than Canon’s entry-level full frame camera in nearly every way. It really is a shame how Canon wields the cripple hammer.
Nice camera, but why does it cost the same as the Z6? I just do not get it?
currently stewing over whether to buy z5 or z6. Appreciate the details/video.
How does the AF compare to the D750?
Slightly better for most uses if it is the same as the Z6.
Which cameras are their to compete with the Nikon Z5??
I have a Z5. It randomly overexposes. I switch it on, the EVF is almost white, I switch it off and back on, and then it exposes correctly. Nikon says that it has no fault. I’m also underwhelmed by the AF - it loses focus on a virtually static subject. And it can’t focus properly with a Samyang 85/f1.4 (unlike my D7500, which has no problem - strictly my 2nd D7500: the 1st being so defective it has to be replaced).
I’ve owned 6 Nikon digital cameras and this is the third that’s had a fault - at least Nikon accepted the other two were faulty. Now they are in denial. Trouble is, when you’ve got a full set of Nikon lenses, you’re rather stuffed.
It’s a shame, because it’s a nice size and weight, and the 14-30 and 24-200 are a good pair of landscape lenses.
Perhaps it’s just typical of modern digital stuff - they rush it out and hope there aren’t too many bugs. No wonder driverless cars are an abject failure.
Does the Z5 have an AA filter?
All I wish for the Nikon Z5 Mark 2 is a flip out screen and unlimited recording time limit like on the Sony A74 and Panasonic S5.
I also would very much like the Nikon D780 and Nikon D750 and I intend to next purchase the Nikon D5600 I love those capable cameras as I use a Nikon D5500 and combine it with the Youngnou 35mm and 50mm and I intend to purchase the Youngnou 85mm lens soon. Also I use the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-F4 and Tamron 18-200 for portraits and street photography I am eyeing up the Tamron 16-300mm lens and Tamron 35-150 F2.8-F4 lens.
There's one thing this camera doesn't have that the D750 has....a proper vertical with a shutter button. That's a bit of a deal killer for me. I guess the Z6II will be my best option
The Z5 is the best entry level full frame mirrorless, makes many aps-c cameras redundant.
Unless you shoot sports or birding, or anything that requires FPS higher than in any Sony APS-C mirrorless ever made. Even 2010's NEX-3 premiered with 7fps. And Canon's high end APS-C shoots nearly 3x as fast. And then there's video...