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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.
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.
Sharpness starts with stability, and the Z5 has in-camera image stabilization systems available which are up to the task.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Sharpness starts with stability, and the Z5 has in-camera image stabilization systems available which are up to the task.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
Type | Digital camera with support for interchangeable lenses |
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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) |