Camera Comparison
Nikon Z5 II vs Nikon Zf
The bottom line
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to how you actually shoot, and let price and handling break the tie.
Choose the Nikon Z5 II if…
- ✓You need backup-while-you-shoot reliability — dual card slots (the other has one) matter for paid work like weddings and events.
Where they differ
- ›Price: the Nikon Z5 II launched at $1,699, $300 under the Nikon Zf — money that could go toward glass.
- ›Card slots: the Nikon Z5 II has dual slots for instant backup — the reliability paid work depends on.
Frequently asked
Is the Nikon Z5 II or the Nikon Zf better?
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to how you actually shoot, and let price and handling break the tie.
Who should choose the Nikon Z5 II?
Choose the Nikon Z5 II if you need backup-while-you-shoot reliability — dual card slots (the other has one) matter for paid work like weddings and events.
What is the main difference between the Nikon Z5 II and the Nikon Zf?
Price: the Nikon Z5 II launched at $1,699, $300 under the Nikon Zf — money that could go toward glass.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Imaging | ||
| Sensor Type | Partially-Stacked CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Sensor Size | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Image Processor | EXPEED 7 | EXPEED 7 |
| Effective Resolution | 24.5 MP | 24.5 MP |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Exposure Control | ||
| ISO Range (Native) | 100 – 64000 | 100 – 64000 |
| ISO Range (Extended) | 50 – 204800 | 50 – 204800 |
| Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/16000 |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 | 1/200 |
| Built-in Flash | No | No |
| Still Image Capture | ||
| Continuous Shooting | 14 fps | 14 fps |
| Video Capture | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 8K Recording | − | − |
| 4K Recording | Up to 60p | Up to 60p |
| 1080p Recording | Up to 120p | Up to 120p |
| 10-bit Internal | Yes | Yes |
| Recording Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Log Profiles | N-Log / N-RAW / HLG | N-Log / N-RAW / HLG |
| Built-in Mic | Stereo | Stereo |
| Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Input | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Output | Full-size (Type A) | Micro (Type D) |
| Focus | ||
| Phase Detect Points | 273 | 273 |
| Contrast Detect Points | − | − |
| Low Light AF | -10 EV | -10 EV |
| Eye AF | Yes | Yes |
| Animal AF | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle AF | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | ||
| EVF Type | OLED | OLED |
| EVF Resolution | 3.69M dots | 3.69M dots |
| EVF Magnification | 0.8x | 0.8x |
| Monitor | ||
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| LCD Resolution | 2.10M dots | 2.10M dots |
| LCD Type | Vari-Angle | Vari-Angle |
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Interface | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | v5.3 | v5 |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Memory Card Slots | 2x SD UHS-II | 1x SD UHS-II + 1x microSD UHS-I |
| GPS | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,699 | $1,999 |
| Body Material | Magnesium Alloy | Magnesium Alloy / Polycarbonate |
| Dimensions | 134×100.5×72 mm | 144×103×49 mm |
| Weight | 700g (1.54 lb) | 710g (1.57 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| In-Body Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life (EVF) | 380 shots | 380 shots |
| Battery Life (LCD) | 420 shots | 430 shots |
| Battery Type | EN-EL15c | EN-EL15c |
