Customer Ratings & Reviews

I purchased the Z5ii with a 50mm 1.8S as my first mirrorless camera. I contemplated for years on getting a Z5 or Z50 but it never felt worth it until this release. The long story short is this: You aren't giving up anything in IQ to any MILC camera with Nikon's least-expensive, current-Gen full-frame in the Z5ii. It's more than good enough for professional event photography/portraits. It's AF-C/tracking works great even if it's not quite Z6iii/Z8/Z9 levels of speed. If you're familiar with Nikon DSLR controls you'll be right at home. The feature-set is endless and pretty much anything you need for high level photography and videography is there for you. This is a great hybrid video/stills solution and even with the 1.5x crop the 4k60fps footage is wonderful. The full-width 4k30/24p is breathtakingly good with either in camera colors or using N-log and post grading. Don't let the "slow-sensor, rolling shutter" talk dissuade you unless you're constantly shooting fast pans. It's not that bad and in 4k60p 1.5x crop it's actually great. I shot some great half-speed slo-mo that looks extremely good on my 75" 4k HDR TV. Better than 99% of anything you'll see on YouTube. The Nikon Z system is finally mature with amazing first and third party lens options. There's something for everyone. The Z5ii will push things even farther for Nikon allowing multitudes more people access to their wonderful camera system for a reasonable price.

The Z5ii seems to be the perfect balance between quality photography and cost. I have had this camera for about a month and have mostly used it outdoors. The autofocus is excellent. I've used Auto, Aperture Priority and Shutter Priority, so far. I'm anxious to do some low-light shots but have yet to do so. The display is very good and very versatile. I would recommend purchasing the body only and consider purchasing a Tamron 28-75mm 2.8 zoom lens. I got one and it is superb and the cost is well below the Nikkor zoom. (Check out the reviews - Unfortunately Best Buy did not offer this lens when I bought the Z5ii.)

I am really pleased with this camera. It is my first nikon full frame camera, and I couldn't be happier with it. I am still learning all the settings and capabilities of this camera, but that is part of the enjoyment! Seems really good quality and loaded with features.

This camera is awesome for beginners that are looking to get into photography professionally or as a hobby. It keeps the budget relatively low so you can focus on what matters most- premium lenses and taking photos. Below are some key features for why I like the camera: - weatherproofing: this is typically a feature only seen in more expensive camera bodies, but Nikon chose to include it. - EXPEED7 processor: this is the same processor in their flagship models, such as the Z8 and Z9 - dual SD card slot: great for longer shoots or for image backup as a professional - handles high ISO extremely well: I've shot some wildlife "keeper" RAW photos in the range of 22600-64000 ISO that cleaned up incredibly well. - In Body Image Stabilization (IBIS): this is another premium feature that is great for keeping your photos sharp when paired with lenses that lack vibration reduction and while handheld shooting at slower shutter speeds - EN-EL15c battery: all of the other Nikon bodies use this battery except the smaller Z50 and Z50ii, making the Z5ii a good body to build accessories on as your batteries will be compatible with more cameras I recommend pairing it with a Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens.

Loving this camera. Packs such a comprehensive punch as an entry level full frame camera. Auto focus is amazing. Low light is incredible. The form factor is S tier. Would recommend to anyone starting or seasoned as a photographer. 5 stars. 2 thumbs up!!

A camera for life. High image quality, focus speed and easy handling.

I switched from a Sony A7 III to the Z5 II and could not be happier. The way this camera renders color and tone is unlike anything I’ve experienced when shooting digital, and for $1,700, it’s a steal. Paired with the 26mm f/2.8, you have an excellent compact setup for everyday shooting.

I recently switched from the Nikon Zf to the Z5II, and it's been a really good move for my style of shooting. I liked a lot about the Zf — the sensor is fantastic and the design is beautiful — but over time I found the handling a little frustrating, especially during longer shoots. The grip on the Z5II is a big improvement: much more natural and balanced in the hand. Performance-wise, it delivers exactly what I need. The autofocus is quick and accurate, low-light handling is strong, and the files out of camera have great flexibility for editing. It’s not trying to be flashy — it just does everything reliably and gets out of the way, which is what I prefer these days. If you're someone who values comfort, solid image quality, and a dependable workhorse of a camera, the Z5II is a really solid choice. I'm definitely happy with the trade. The only thing I would watch out for is the included Adobe Lightroom 1-year subscription. I registered my Z5ii and then contacted Nikon support and they stated that they don't have any Adobe Lightroom offerings for new Nikon Z5ii user. Not sure if Best Buy marketing made an error here, but Nikon support confirmed they don't know of any Adobe offerings today.

I had the Z8 and the Zf before getting this camera. After a couple of years using those cameras, I learned that the Z8 is great, but as a street/travel photographer, it is just too big for my needs and to carry around on family vacations. That’s why I eventually bought the Zf. I still want a full-frame sensor but a smaller body. The Zf is great too, but I found the lack of grip somewhat uncomfortable to carry around the entire day with a bigger lens attached to it. So when they announced the Z5 II, I thought it would be a nice mix of a smaller body size like the Zf but with the comfortable grip of a Z8. I decided to purchase it, and immediately I loved the way it feels in my hands. Some extra features I loved are that it has more customizable buttons, dual full-size SD cards, and 3 programable custom user modes on the dial for quick access to custom settings in certain situations. The color looks great and supports the Nikon recipes from the Nikon cloud or the ones you can download from websites or forums that share them. Low-light image quality, autofocus, and stabilization are incredible, and stabilization is so good I can easily handhold the camera without using a tripod. I plan to keep my Zf to use with pancake-type lenses only when I’m in the mood for manual dials, but for everything else, I will be using the Z5 II.

Coming from a Nikon DSLR, I’ve been impressed with the Z5ii image quality, light weight, and focus speed. Very glad I’ve gone mirrorless!!

Finally, a Nikon full frame camera with a fast processor, fast and accurate autofocus, and DUAL CARD SLOTS…and regular SD cards not one SD card and one card that’s $125 a piece and requires a special adapter just to download the files off it (XQD). Best Buy / North Canton was a great help. Chase from their camera department was bery polite and helpful.

I am absolutely in love with this camera. The image quality is stunning, autofocus is snappy, and the 4K video looks incredibly sharp. It’s perfect for both photography enthusiasts and creators. Highly recommend!

I'd go with this over the Z6III, unless you are a professional sports photographer. The images are steller and in some iso tests STRONGER than the Z6III (which I'd assume you are looking at). This thing is wonderful to use, super light, fantastic images, and all for a wonderful cost!

Nikon put very advanced features here. My favorites: great af and subject detection, HD 120fps, and very good photo styles.

The camera is great. Lightweight with fantastic image quality. Very happy with the purchase.

I owned D750 for sometime and wanted to move to mirrorless. Z5II was perfect fit. Good grip, light and brings in all the benefits of going into mirrorless world. Price point is also great. Pairing it with 24-120mm F4 would be awesome. Works really well with all F-mount lenses. One of the best options to consider if budget is under $2K

I have been wanting an upgrade on my nikon and this one has not disappointed it is easy to use and love the quality of photos.. a must if you enjoy photography

Has way better ergo than the zf. I sold my zf and picked this up and am much happier with camera in hand. Same exact picture quality, you just need to know what you're looking for. The zf sacrifices ergo and usability for external looks (people will ask you about your camera). The z5ii let's the photo results speak for itself.

Sure, if you can afford it; go ahead and look into a Nikon Z6iii, Z8, or Z9...but for most people the Z5ii will be plenty of camera. The autofocus is quick and accurate in both photo and video mode. The quality of the photos and videos is excellent. The build quality and weather sealing is excellent for the price.

This is the perfect camera for the price! Being able to shoot video in N-log internally is incredible. Was a little skeptical on the sensor size for images, but everything I've shot looks extremely crisp even when cropped. I've been a Canon and Sony fan for a long time, but making the switch to Nikon has been a great decision so far. 10/10 would recommend.