I spent 2 weeks considering my options when my em1 mk1 started showing shutter issues in cold temps. I looked at replacing with a em1 mk3, Fuji, EOS R6, Z6, and Z6II.
In the end the over xmas pricing on this camera made it extremely tempting. Nikon should just keep it at that price and I think they'll sell like hot cakes and also drive the sale of z lenses too.
Image quality from this sensor is great. You supposedly lose 1/2 to 1 stop in high ISO compared to the Z6 (and similar BSI sensors), but in reality you are likely not wanting to go up that high anyways. Up to 6400 is still quite good and you can go higher too if you can accept the lost of details to noise. What is superior to the BSI sensor based Z6 and Z6ii is pushing the shadows (you can find various demo of that online), which makes this a better camera if shooting in daylight is common for you.
AF maybe slower than others especially in low light. Mind you with a set of 1.8 primes seems focus just fine even when talking about a black car under sodium street light on a dark street. I have read people having trouble under low light but maybe due to using slower lenses.
FPS, 4.5. Nothing to write home about but for non pros how many frames do you honestly need? Fewer frames, less to delete later as well.
Finally, lenses. This is for me a big draw. The Z line up are good quality and decent pricing for f1.8 primes. To me that just makes so much sense. For others who use zooms well they have f2.8s and f4 zooms. And reviews say they are good as well.
| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Place of Business | Mississauga, ON L4W 1C1, CA |
| Model | 34305 |
| Model Name | Z 5 FX-Series Mirrorless Body |
| Part Number | 34305 |
| Flash memory type | SD |
| Hardware interface | Bluetooth, USB 3.0 Type C, Micro-HDMI |
| Special features | Video Recording |
| Mounting Hardware | EN-EL15c Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-25a Battery Charger, AN-DC19 Strap, BF-N1 Body Cap, UC-E24 USB Cable, BS- 1 Accessory Shoe Cap, DK-29 Rubber Eyecup |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Standing screen display size | 5 Inches |
| Display type | LCD |
| Image stabilization technology | Digital |
| Optical Sensor Resolution | 24.3 MP |
| Minimum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds |
| Video capture resolution | 2160p |
| Batteries included | Yes |
| Batteries Required | Yes |
| Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
| Continuous shooting speed | 11 fps |
| Connector Type | Bluetooth |
| Form Factor | Compact, Mirrorless |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Media Type | SDHC Card, SDXC Card |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic |
| Does it contain liquid? | No |
| Has auto-focus | Yes |
| Includes rechargable battery | Yes |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Item model number | 34305 |
| Product Dimensions | 6.95 x 13.4 x 10 cm; 1.35 kg |
| ASIN | B08DDH9SJF |
