Description
Nikon’s Z5II, released in April 2025, borrows much of the Z6III’s technology for a more accessible full-frame body. The big changes over the first Z5 are a back-illuminated 24.5 MP sensor, the EXPEED 7 processor used in the Z8 and Z9, much faster subject-detection autofocus and a vari-angle screen. A dedicated Picture Control button gives quick access to looks and downloadable recipes.
Key specs
| Sensor | 24.5 MP full-frame back-illuminated CMOS |
|---|---|
| Processor | EXPEED 7 |
| Stabilisation | In-body VR, up to 7.5 stops at centre |
| Video | 4K 60p (1.5x crop), oversampled 4K 30p, internal N-RAW |
| Viewfinder | 3.69M dots, up to 3,000 nits |
| Rear screen | 3.2 in vari-angle touchscreen, 2.1M dots |
| Card slots | Two SD UHS-II |
| Battery | EN-EL15c |
Who it’s for
The Z5II suits photographers stepping up from a phone or APS-C camera, plus Nikon DSLR owners moving to mirrorless with the FTZ adapter. Dual card slots make it a dependable budget body for portraits, events and travel.
What to check before you buy
- Check whether the listing is body only or a kit with the Z 24-50mm or 24-200mm lens.
- Confirm Z5II rather than the original Z5, which is often listed for less.
- Grey-import bodies are often sold without a US or Canadian manufacturer warranty, so ask the seller which warranty region applies.
- Compare several sellers before buying; our best time to buy electronics on eBay article explains when deals tend to appear.
How buying works
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