The original Z5 has been replaced by the Z5 II (April 2025), which brings flagship-derived autofocus and far better video. The original is now end-of-life as a new product.
What to do now: Only worth it at a clearance or used price. For most buyers the Z5 II is the better starting point and worth comparing directly.
This is still well above better recent buying opportunities, and waiting could help.
Recent prices have been drifting lower.
This is based on the prices BuyPointer has logged for this product.
A 2020 budget full-frame body with IBIS, now replaced by the much-improved Z5 II.
Cross-shop: Nikon Z5 II, Nikon Z6 II, Sony A7 III, Canon R8
Prefer to buy the body and a lens together? Best Buy bundles:
About $400 above the best recent price BuyPointer has logged.
Based on 85 price observations across 85 tracked days.
| Variant | Retailer | SKU | Current Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adorama | nkz5 | $1,296.95 | View |
Needs: SD UHS-I/II, V30 — 4K30 / 1080 video.
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A 2020 budget full-frame body with IBIS, now replaced by the much-improved Z5 II.
Before deciding, cross-shop the Nikon Z5 II, Nikon Z6 II, Sony A7 III, and Canon R8. Each one trades off price, autofocus, video features, or lens selection, so the right pick depends on what you shoot.
| Sensor | Full-frame |
| Resolution | 24.3 MP |
| Lens mount | Nikon Z |
| Stabilization | In-body (IBIS) |
| Video | 4K / 30p |
| Max burst | 4.5 fps |
| Weight | 1.48 lbs |
| Launch year | 2020 |
| Launch price | $1,399.00 |
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