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The innovative Nikon Z5 Body Only is the perfect start to your full-frame mirrorless journey. Whatever your skill level, the Z5 delivers detailed imagery, precision autofocus and the tools you need to be as creative as possible. Built around Nikon's revolutionary Z mount this camera is compact yet powerful, simple yet sophisticated and ready to grow with you.

The Z5 features a high-performing FX-format 24.3MP full-frame sensor and the EXPEED 6 Image Processing Engine delivering outstanding image quality and speed with a native sensitivity range of ISO 100-51200.

On the sensor you will find an advanced phase-detect autofocus system using 273 points covering 90% of the image area, and the sensor features 5-axis Vibration Reduction technology for stabilized photos and video regardless of the lens used. This advanced hybrid AF system will also benefit video as Nikon Z5 features UHD 4K recording at up to 30p

The Z5's slimmed-down design and light build maintains the weather sealing and ergonomics for which Nikon is known. The camera features multiple displays and screens for ease of use, including a1.27-cm/0.5-in. approx. 3690k-dot (Quad VGA) OLED electronic viewfinder ensuring clear viewing. The rear of the camera is equipped with a 3.2" tilting touchscreen LCD. For storage, the Z5 has dual SD card slots that is compatible with UHS-II. Additionally, the body is equipped with both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.


Key Features of the Nikon Z5 Body Only

  • 24.3Mp Full-frame sensor
  • Large 55mm Z Mount
  • ISO 100 to 51,200
  • 4.5fps continuous shooting
  • 273 point AF system
  • Eye Detect AF for humans and animal (stills only)
  • Expeed 6 Image Processor
  • Dual UHS-II SD Card slot
  • 4K UHD up to 30p* (1.7x crop)
  • Full HD 60p
  • Focus peaking
  • Simultaneous Time-lapse and interval timer shooting.
  • USB Powering and Charging via USB-C
  • Compatible with MB-N10 battery pack
  • New EN-EL15c battery
  • InBody VR – 5Axis 5 stops
  • Tilting touch LCD screen
  • Silent photography
  • Focus Shift Shooting
  • Weather-Sealed
  • Magnesium alloy body
  • Compatible with the FTZ Adaptor to use F Mount DSLR lenses/
  • Snapbridge Connectivity

Nikon Full-Frame Image Quality & Performance

Harness the entire view of the expansive full-frame lenses and capture over 50% more image area than crop-sensor cameras. The latest generation Nikon Expeed 6 image processor delivers exceptional low light shooting capabilities with an ISO range from 100 to 51,200.

5-axis In Body VR

Sharpness starts with stability, and the Z5 has in-camera image stabilization systems available which are up to the task.

  • When using a NIKKOR Z lens, the new Nikon Z5 provides 5-axis VR image stabilization up to 5 stops of stabilization in 5 directions.

AF system

A 273-point hybrid AF system covers 90% (approx.) of the frame for precise focus positioning. That means wherever your subject is in the frame, there’s almost certainly a focus point locked onto your subject. Face and eye detection autofocus for human and animals is available in stills shooting for perfect portraits every time.

Smooth and reliable video focusing is available in all video modes offering additional flexibility to adjust the focus speed and sensitivity for your video masterpiece.

Z Mount

17% larger internal diameter than Nikon’s acclaimed F Mount. It totally changes what’s possible with lens design. Enhanced low-light performance. Even illumination from corner-to-corner. Maximum apertures as wide as f/0.95. Faster data transfer between camera and lens. This is the ideal balance between mount diameter, large image sensor and flange focal


4K UHD Video

The new Nikon Z5 records amazing video, shoot 4K UHD footage using the advantages of mirrorless technology. Adjustable focusing speed and sensitivity can be adjusted for cinematic effect. Enjoy smooth reliable autofocus in video recording with minimal to no focus breathing when using NIKKOR Z lenses.

The Z5 also supports simultaneous time-lapse movie and interval timer shooting modes, creating both a movie and separate files for post-production.


Build Quality

The Nikon Z5 is weather sealed again dust, moisture and dirt, including sealing around all buttons and controls for extra peace of mind.

The magnesium alloy skeleton of the Z5 provides excellent strength to weight ratio and is made of the same material as Nikon's professional DSLRs.

  • Weather-Sealed
  • Magnesium alloy body

Dual SD Cards

The Nikon Z5 includes two UHS-II SD card slots. These can be used together for overflow storage, automatic back up or file separation into raw and jpeg.

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  • MPN - VOA040AA
  • GTIN - 4960759904447
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  • 24.3Mp Full frame sensor
  • ISO 100 to 51,200
  • 4.5fps continuous shooting
  • 273 point AF system
  • Eye Detect AF for humans and animal (stills only)
  • Expeed 6 Image Processor
  • Dual UHS-II SD Card slot
  • 4K UHD up to 30p* (1.7x crop)
  • Full HD 60p
  • USB Powering and Charging via USB-C
  • Compatible with MB-N10 battery pack
  • New EN-EL15c battery
  • InBody VR – 5Axis 5 stops
  • Tilting touch LCD screen
  • Weather Sealed
  • Magnesium alloy body
  • Snapbridge Connectivity
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The innovative Nikon Z5 Body Only is the perfect start to your full-frame mirrorless journey. Whatever your skill level, the Z5 delivers detailed imagery, precision autofocus and the tools you need to be as creative as possible. Built around Nikon's revolutionary Z mount this camera is compact yet powerful, simple yet sophisticated and ready to grow with you.

The Z5 features a high-performing FX-format 24.3MP full-frame sensor and the EXPEED 6 Image Processing Engine delivering outstanding image quality and speed with a native sensitivity range of ISO 100-51200.

On the sensor you will find an advanced phase-detect autofocus system using 273 points covering 90% of the image area, and the sensor features 5-axis Vibration Reduction technology for stabilized photos and video regardless of the lens used. This advanced hybrid AF system will also benefit video as Nikon Z5 features UHD 4K recording at up to 30p

The Z5's slimmed-down design and light build maintains the weather sealing and ergonomics for which Nikon is known. The camera features multiple displays and screens for ease of use, including a1.27-cm/0.5-in. approx. 3690k-dot (Quad VGA) OLED electronic viewfinder ensuring clear viewing. The rear of the camera is equipped with a 3.2" tilting touchscreen LCD. For storage, the Z5 has dual SD card slots that is compatible with UHS-II. Additionally, the body is equipped with both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.


Key Features of the Nikon Z5 Body Only

  • 24.3Mp Full-frame sensor
  • Large 55mm Z Mount
  • ISO 100 to 51,200
  • 4.5fps continuous shooting
  • 273 point AF system
  • Eye Detect AF for humans and animal (stills only)
  • Expeed 6 Image Processor
  • Dual UHS-II SD Card slot
  • 4K UHD up to 30p* (1.7x crop)
  • Full HD 60p
  • Focus peaking
  • Simultaneous Time-lapse and interval timer shooting.
  • USB Powering and Charging via USB-C
  • Compatible with MB-N10 battery pack
  • New EN-EL15c battery
  • InBody VR – 5Axis 5 stops
  • Tilting touch LCD screen
  • Silent photography
  • Focus Shift Shooting
  • Weather-Sealed
  • Magnesium alloy body
  • Compatible with the FTZ Adaptor to use F Mount DSLR lenses/
  • Snapbridge Connectivity

Nikon Full-Frame Image Quality & Performance

Harness the entire view of the expansive full-frame lenses and capture over 50% more image area than crop-sensor cameras. The latest generation Nikon Expeed 6 image processor delivers exceptional low light shooting capabilities with an ISO range from 100 to 51,200.

5-axis In Body VR

Sharpness starts with stability, and the Z5 has in-camera image stabilization systems available which are up to the task.

  • When using a NIKKOR Z lens, the new Nikon Z5 provides 5-axis VR image stabilization up to 5 stops of stabilization in 5 directions.

AF system

A 273-point hybrid AF system covers 90% (approx.) of the frame for precise focus positioning. That means wherever your subject is in the frame, there’s almost certainly a focus point locked onto your subject. Face and eye detection autofocus for human and animals is available in stills shooting for perfect portraits every time.

Smooth and reliable video focusing is available in all video modes offering additional flexibility to adjust the focus speed and sensitivity for your video masterpiece.

Z Mount

17% larger internal diameter than Nikon’s acclaimed F Mount. It totally changes what’s possible with lens design. Enhanced low-light performance. Even illumination from corner-to-corner. Maximum apertures as wide as f/0.95. Faster data transfer between camera and lens. This is the ideal balance between mount diameter, large image sensor and flange focal


4K UHD Video

The new Nikon Z5 records amazing video, shoot 4K UHD footage using the advantages of mirrorless technology. Adjustable focusing speed and sensitivity can be adjusted for cinematic effect. Enjoy smooth reliable autofocus in video recording with minimal to no focus breathing when using NIKKOR Z lenses.

The Z5 also supports simultaneous time-lapse movie and interval timer shooting modes, creating both a movie and separate files for post-production.


Build Quality

The Nikon Z5 is weather sealed again dust, moisture and dirt, including sealing around all buttons and controls for extra peace of mind.

The magnesium alloy skeleton of the Z5 provides excellent strength to weight ratio and is made of the same material as Nikon's professional DSLRs.

  • Weather-Sealed
  • Magnesium alloy body

Dual SD Cards

The Nikon Z5 includes two UHS-II SD card slots. These can be used together for overflow storage, automatic back up or file separation into raw and jpeg.

Buy Nikon Z5 Body Only with Nikon Australia Warranty from digiDirect

All our Nikon products come with Nikon Australia Warranty.
Buy with confidence from a reputable seller. digiDirect does not sell grey-import or grey-market stock.
For more on our warranty policy please see digiDirect FAQ Warranty


  • MPN - VOA040AA
  • GTIN - 4960759904447
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Type Digital camera with support for interchangeable lenses
Lens mount Nikon Z mount
Image sensor format FX
Image sensor type CMOS
Sensor size 35.9 mm x 23.9 mm
Total pixels 24.93 million
Dust-reduction system Image sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (Capture NX-D software required)
Effective pixels 24.3 million
Image size (pixels) [FX (36 x 24)] selected for image area: (L) 6016 x 4016 ( 24.2 million) (M) 4512 x 3008 ( 13.6 million) (S) 3008 x 2008 ( 6.0 million) [DX (24 x 16)] selected for image area: (L) 3936 x 2624 ( 10.3 million) (M) 2944 x 1968 ( 5.8 million) (S) 1968 x 1312 ( 2.6 million) [1:1 (24 x 24)] selected for image area: (L) 4016 x 4016 ( 16.1 million) (M) 3008 x 3008 ( 9.0 million) (S) 2000 x 2000 ( 4.0 million) [16:9 (36 x 20)] selected for image area: (L) 6016 x 3384 ( 20.4 million) (M) 4512 x 2536 ( 11.4 million) (S) 3008 x 1688 ( 5.1 million) Photographs taken while filming movies at a frame size of 3840 x 2160: 3840 x 2160 Photographs taken while filming movies at other frame sizes: 1920 x 1080
File format (image quality) NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit (lossless compressed or compressed) JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1:8), or basic (approx. 1:16) compression; size-priority and optimal-quality compression available NEF (RAW)+JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
Picture Control system Auto, Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape, Flat Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon); selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture Controls
Media SD, SDHC (UHS-II compliant), SDXC (UHS-II compliant)
Card slot 2 Secure Digital (SD) cards The card in Slot 2 can be used for overflow or backup storage or for separate storage of NEF (RAW) and JPEG images; pictures can be copied between cards.
File system DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31
Viewfinder 1.27-cm/0.5-in. approx. 3690k-dot (Quad VGA) OLED electronic viewfinder with colour balance and auto and 11-level manual brightness controls
Frame coverage Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical
Magnification Approx. 0.8x (50 mm lens at infinity, -1.0 m(*1))
Eyepoint 21 mm (-1.0 m(*1); from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens)
Diopter adjustment -4 to +2 m(*1)
Eye sensor Automatically switches between monitor and viewfinder displays
Compatible lenses Z mount NIKKOR lenses F mount NIKKOR lenses (mount adapter required; restrictions may apply)
Type Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter; electronic front-curtain shutter; electronic shutter
Speed 1/8000 to 30 s (choose from step sizes of 1/3 and 1/2 EV), bulb, time, X200
Flash sync speed X=1/200 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/200 s or slower; auto FP high-speed sync supported
Modes S (single frame), CL (continuous low speed), CH (continuous high speed), Self-timer
Approximate frame advance rate • Continuous L: Approx. 1 to 4 fps • Continuous H: Approx. 4.5 fps * Maximum frame advance rate as measured by in-house tests.
Self-timer 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s
Metering system TTL metering using camera image sensor
Metering mode Matrix metering Center-weighted metering: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame; weighting can instead be based on average of entire frame Spot metering: Meters 4 mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point Highlight-weighted metering
Range -3 to +17 EV * Figures are for ISO 100 and f/2.0 lens at 20 °C/68 °F
Mode Auto, P: programmed auto with flexible program, S: shutter-priority auto, A: aperture-priority auto, M: manual U1, U2 and U3: user settings modes
Exposure compensation –5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV available in modes P, S, A, and M
Exposure lock Luminosity locked at detected value
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) ISO 100 to 51200 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 102400 equivalent) above ISO 51200; auto ISO sensitivity control available
Active D-Lighting Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, and Off
Multiple exposure Add, average, lighten, darken
Other options HDR (high dynamic range), photo mode flicker reduction
Autofocus system Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist
Detection range -3 to +19 EV * Without low-light AF: -2 – +19 EV * Measured in photo mode at ISO 100 and a temperature of 20 °C/68 °F using single-servo AF (AF-S) and a lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.0
Lens servo Single-servo AF (AF-S), Continuous-servo AF (AF-C), full-time AF (AF-F; available only in movie mode) ; predictive focus tracking Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used
Focus point 273 * Number of focus points available in photo mode with single-point AF selected for AF-area mode and FX selected for image area
AF-area mode Pinpoint (available in photo mode only), single-point, and dynamic-area AF (available in photo mode only); wide-area AF (S); wide-area AF (L); auto-area AF
Focus lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF/AF-S) or by pressing the center of the sub-selector
Camera on-board VR 5-axis image sensor shift
Lens on-board VR Lens shift (available with VR lenses)
Flash control TTL: i-TTL flash control; i-TTL balanced fill-flash is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash with spot metering
Flash mode Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off
Flash compensation -3 to +1 EV in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV available in modes P, S, A, and M
Flash-ready indicator Lights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes as underexposure warning after flash is fired at full output
Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) i-TTL flash control, radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, modeling illumination, FV lock, Colour Information Communication, auto FP high-speed sync, unified flash control
White balance Auto (3 types), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), flash, choose colour temperature (2500 K to 10,000 K), preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored), all with fine-tuning except choose colour temperature
Bracketing types Exposure and/or flash, white balance, ADL
Metering system TTL exposure metering using main image sensor TTL metering using camera image sensor
Metering mode Matrix, center-weighted, or highlight-weighted
Frame size (pixels) and frame rate 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD): 30p (progressive)/25p/24p 1920 x 1080: 60p/50p/30p/25p/24p * Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively * Quality selection (normal/high) available at all sizes except 3840 × 2160, when quality is fixed at high
File format MOV, MP4
Video compression H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
Audio recording format Linear PCM (for movies recorded in MOV format), AAC (for movies recorded in MP4 format)
Audio recording device Built-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity adjustable
Exposure compensation –3 to +3 EV (choose from step sizes of 1/3 and 1/2 EV) available in modes P, S, A, and M
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) M: Manual selection (ISO 100 to 25600; choose from step sizes of 1/3 and 1/2 EV); auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600) available with selectable upper limit P, S, A: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600) with selectable upper limit Auto: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to 25600)
Active D-Lighting Same as photo settings, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, and Off
Other options Time-lapse movie recording, electronic vibration reduction, time codes
Monitor size 8 -cm ( 3.2 –in.) diagonal
Monitor type Tilting TFT touch-sensitive LCD with 170° viewing angle, approximately 100% frame coverage, and colour balance and 11-level manual brightness controls
Monitor resolution Approx. 1040 k-dot
Playback Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, playback zoom cropping, movie playback, photo and/or movie slide shows, histogram display, highlights, photo information, location data display, auto image rotation, and picture rating
USB connector Type C connector (SuperSpeed USB) ; connection to built-in USB port is recommended
HDMI output connector Type C HDMI connector
Audio input Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported)
Audio output Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter)
Accessory terminal Built-in (can be used with MC-DC2 remote cords and other optional accessories)
Wi-Fi for Africa, Asia (except China, Japan, Korea), Middle East & Oceania IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2412 to 2462 MHz (channel 11) 0.7 dBm Open system, WPA2-PSK
Bluetooth Bluetooth Specification Version 4.2 Bluetooth: 2402 to 2480 MHz Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402 to 2480 MHz Bluetooth: –4.8 dBm Bluetooth Low Energy: –6.3 dBm
Range (line of sight) Approximately 10 m (32 ft){sup(*)} * Without interference. Range may vary with signal strength and presence or absence of obstacles.
Battery One EN-EL15c rechargeable Li-ion battery{sup(*)} * EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 batteries can also be used. Note, however, that fewer pictures can be taken on a single charge than with the EN-EL15c. The EH-7P charging AC adapter can be used to charge EN-EL15c/EN-EL15b batteries only. Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD 45W is the recommended portable charger.
Battery pack MB-N10 battery pack (available separately); takes two EN-EL15c{sup(*)} batteries * EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 batteries can be used in place of the EN-EL15c. The number of pictures that can be taken on a single charge (i.e., battery endurance) will however drop compared to the EN-EL15c.
Charging AC adapter EH-7P charging AC adapter (available separately)
AC adapter EH-5d/EH-5c/EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5B power connector (available separately)
Tripod socket 1/4–in. (ISO 1222)
Dimensions Approx. 134 x 100.5 x 69.5 mm ( 5.3 x 4.0 x 2.8 in.) (width × height × depth)
Weight Approx. 675 g ( 1 lb. 7.9 oz. ) with battery and memory card but without body cap; approx. 590 g/1 lb. 4.9 oz. (camera body only)
Operating environment Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (+32 °F to 104 °F) Humidity: 85% or less (no condensation)
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What’s In The Box
  • Nikon Z5 Body 
  • BF-N1 Body Cap
  • DK-29 Rubber Eyecup (comes attached to camera)
  • EN-EL15c Rechargeable Li-ion
  • MH-25a Battery Charger
  • AN-DC19 Strap
  • UC-E24 USB Cable
  • BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover
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