Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon Z5 versus Nikon Z7 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both are sold by Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and Z7 II (46MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The Z5 was revealed 2 months before the Z7 II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z5 matches up against the Z7 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Nikon Z7 Mark II. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Nikon Z7 II Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 enjoys outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Nikon Z7 II has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z5 versus Nikon Z7 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Z5 and the Z7 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and Z7 II is 62 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and Z7 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon Z7 II to show extra detail because of its extra 22 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively.