Nikon Z5 Kit

The Nikon Z5 is not a surprise package, it has a lot in common with the Z6/Z6 Il: the 24 MP sensor (but no BSI CMOS), the integrated image stabiliser, the high-quality OLED viewfinder and a similar range of functions. At least this applies to still image photography; filming is more limited...

Simple operation, top image quality and a really good viewfinder - the Z5 satisfies even the most demanding photographers. The kit zoom is nice and small and surprisingly good: in terms of image quality, it can keep up with significantly more expensive lenses. There are two main drawbacks: The continuous shooting speed is comparatively slow at 4.5 frames per second, and the Z5 films with pixel-perfect...

The Z 5 is Nikon's entry-level model into the full-frame Z world. It is also available in a practical kit with the Nikkor Z 4-6.3/24-50 mm, which can be locked in a compact parking position. In combination with the FTZ adapter, SLR lenses can be used. To get a taste of full-frame air at a favourable price, the Z 5 can be recommended...

The Nikon Z5 is an affordable entry into the KB world: savings are made in features, not in image quality. With RAW, the images get a quality boost from ISO 100. At high sensitivities, most users should be satisfied with LR2. LR1 can sometimes be an option, as can the LR3 setting if the subjects are large and the noise is more noticeable. Even with LR3, RAW advantages over JPEG are clear.

On the following double page, we present the twelve best system cameras with a price of less than 1,500 euros. They are sorted according to their partial score in the "Video" category. However, so that you also know what the cameras have to offer photographically, you will also find all other relevant test results and information about the cameras in the corresponding test boxes...