PixPro WPZ2vs Z5 II
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PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
Starting from £100 new
Best for Water sports, beach holidays & outdoor adventures on a budget
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Water Sports, Beach Holidays & Outdoor Adventures On A Budget — PixPro WPZ2 (2021): A practical, affordable waterproof camera for those who want a traditional zoom compact rather than a GoPro-style action camera.
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible price.
Who should buy what
PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
- Snorkellers and divers who want a traditional zoom compact underwater
- Holiday photographers who want one rugged camera for beach and travel
- Buyers who want waterproofing deeper than GoPro without a housing
- Budget-conscious adventurers who don't need 4K video
Z5 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
Quick take: The z5 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the pixpro wpz2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PixPro WPZ2 (2021) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £100 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.0MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 1080p/30fps, 720p/60fps | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | TTL contrast-detect autofocus | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | Digital image stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 3fps | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~200 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~194g | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 115 × 66 × 32mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None — 3.0" LCD screen only | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" LCD | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Standard 1/4" tripod thread | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | microSD up to 512GB | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PixPro WPZ2 | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Underwater | — | |
| Adventure & Sports | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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