Z5 IIvs Nikon Zf
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible price.
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
Who should buy what
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
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
Quick take: The z5 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Z5 II (2024) | Nikon Zf (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,299 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.5MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~470 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 700g body only | 710g with battery |
| Dimensions | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Z5 II | Nikon Zf |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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