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Nikon Releases Z5 IIC Mirrorless Camera Without EVF, Offering Cheaper, Lighter Option
Key points
- Nikon Z5 IIC is a cheaper, lighter version of the Z5 II.
- It lacks an electronic viewfinder but includes RAW internal video.
- Features a fully articulating screen and in-body stabilization.
- Supports 4K video at 30fps (full sensor) or 60fps (1.5x crop).
- Nikon Z5 IIC costs $1,399.95.
- Nikon Z5 IIC is $450 cheaper than the Z5 II.
- Nikon Z5 IIC has a 24.5-megapixel backside illuminated full-frame sensor.
- Nikon Z5 IIC uses the EXPEED 7 image processing engine.
- Nikon Z5 IIC captures JPEG images at up to 30 fps using its electronic shutter.
- Nikon Z5 IIC captures images for up to a full second before the shutter button is pressed.
- Nikon Z5 IIC has a mechanical shutter that shoots up to 15 fps in JPEG mode.
New Compact Full-Frame Option
Nikon has introduced the Z5 IIC, a new 24-megapixel mirrorless camera designed as a more affordable and compact version of its Z5 II. The primary difference is the removal of the electronic viewfinder (EVF), which contributes to a lower price point and reduced weight. The Z5 IIC weighs 537 grams, making it nearly 25 percent lighter than the 700-gram Z5 II.
Key Features for Video Creators
Despite the EVF omission, the Z5 IIC retains most of the Z5 II's features, including internal RAW video capabilities. It supports 4K video recording at 30 frames per second, supersampled from the full 6K sensor width, and 4K at 60 frames per second with a 1.5x crop. The camera also offers N-RAW format with N-Log for maximizing video quality and includes in-body stabilization with 7.5 stops of shake reduction.
Design and Usability Enhancements
The Z5 IIC features a fully articulating 3.2-inch 1040K dot touch display, which is beneficial for solo shooters and vloggers. It maintains a full-sized grip and a range of manual controls, though it omits the Z5 II's joystick and some buttons. Additional features for creators include a REC light, a "product review" mode for focus switching, and "imaging recipes" for filmic looks. The camera has a single SD UHS II card slot, unlike the Z5 II's dual slots.
Updates
- Nikon Z5 IIC costs $1,399.95.
- Nikon Z5 IIC is $450 cheaper than the Z5 II.
- Nikon Z5 IIC has a 24.5-megapixel backside illuminated full-frame sensor.
- Nikon Z5 IIC uses the EXPEED 7 image processing engine.
- Nikon Z5 IIC captures JPEG images at up to 30 fps using its electronic shutter.
- Nikon Z5 IIC captures images for up to a full second before the shutter button is pressed.
- Nikon Z5 IIC has a mechanical shutter that shoots up to 15 fps in JPEG mode.
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Nikon introduced the Z5 IIC, a new variant of its Z5 II full-frame camera, priced at $1,399.95. This model removes some premium features to offer a lower cost option for novice photographers, while retaining core imaging capabilities.
Nikon announced the Z5 IIC, a new mirrorless camera that removes the electronic viewfinder (EVF) to offer a more affordable and compact alternative to the Z5 II. This release provides a lower-cost full-frame camera option, particularly for vloggers and content creators, by retaining key video features while reducing size and price.