Nikon
Z5 II
Affordable full-frame Z mount body with EXPEED 7 AF, 7.5-stop IBIS, 30fps electronic burst, and 4K video.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Jan 2025
Nikon
Zf
Retro-styled 24.5MP full-frame mirrorless with classic dials, EXPEED 7 AF, 8-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p video.
$2,049
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Z5 II is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
Z5 II
Wins
Zf
12 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BZf has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 7.5 stops)
- AZ5 II has lower Weight (700 g vs 710 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Z5 II
134 × 101 × 72 mm
700 g (1.54 lb / 24.69 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Zf
144 × 103 × 49 mm
710 g (1.57 lb / 25.04 oz)
Z5 II is 10mm narrower and 3mm shorter than Zf but it is also 23mm thicker.
Z5 II is 10 g lighter than Zf.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm Z5 II · 49mm Zf
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Z5 II
134 × 101 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Zf
144 × 103 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Z5 II
134 × 72 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Zf
144 × 49 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Z5 II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Zf
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z5 II
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Zf
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Z5 II
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 100.5, 72
Weight
700 g vs 710 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Zf
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC 8-bit, H.265/HEVC 10-bit, H.264/AVC 8-bit
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 144, 103, 49
Card types
Adds MicroSD UHS-I
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 7.5 stops — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.5 MP
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 64,000
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 273
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Z5 II
Pros
- ✓Full-frame value
- ✓EXPEED 7 AF
- ✓7.5-stop IBIS
- ✓Dual SD card slots
Cons
- –Not a stacked sensor
- –4K 60p crop
- –Entry-level controls
Zf
Pros
- ✓Beautiful retro design
- ✓273-point hybrid AF
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulated touchscreen
Cons
- –No grip extension standard
- –Mixed SD + MicroSD card slots
- –24.5MP only
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Z5 II or Zf?
Zf scores 6.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for Z5 II — 710g — manageable for travel.
What's the resolution difference between the Z5 II and Zf?
Both cameras share the same 24.5 MP resolution.
Do the Z5 II and Zf have in-body image stabilization?
Z5 II has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Zf has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z5 II or the Zf?
Z5 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Zf reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z5 II and Zf?
Z5 II weighs 700 g and Zf weighs 710 g, so the Z5 II is 10 g lighter.
Do the Z5 II and Zf record 4K video?
Z5 II: 4K up to 60p. Zf: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Z5 II and Zf weather sealed?
Z5 II: Yes. Zf: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Z5 II launched at $1,699 and Zf at $2,049. The Z5 II is $350 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Nikon press materials.