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Nikon Z5 Mirrorless Camera with NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm VR Lens + 2 Pack 128GB SanDisk Card + Case + Tripod + ZeeTech Accessory Bundle
Nikon Z5 Mirrorless Camera with NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm VR Lens + 2 Pack 128GB SanDisk Card + Case + Tripod + ZeeTech Accessory Bundle
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Nikon Z5 Mirrorless Camera with NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm VR Lens + 2 Pack 128GB SanDisk Card + Case + Tripod + ZeeTech Accessory Bundle
Nikon Z5 Mirrorless Camera with NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm VR Lens + 2 Pack 128GB SanDisk Card + Case + Tripod + ZeeTech Accessory Bundle
It wasn't until recently when a family member asked me to photograph a school event (which was very quiet) and while doing so, I noticed a room full of people staring at me because of the sounds from my shutter, that I knew I was ready to switch. For a professional photographer at events the sounds of the camera are completely expected. But all too often I was in more casual settings, trying to get photos and half contemplating putting away my DSLR and just taking pics with my smartphone because of the shutter sounds. The promise of a silent shutter and the need for better video quality had me ready to try out a mirrorless camera.
My experiences so far with the Nikon Z5 have been very good. I'm loving the vertical tilt LCD screen. For my still shots I take at work, this is so much easier. Using my Canon I pretty much never used the LCD screen because it didn't slide out at all, at least not like it does with the newer models. But even those pop out and to the side almost like a old fashioned video camera. The Nikon pops outward and at a tilt, which is perfect for looking downward at the shots I need to take. And the IBIS in the Z5 is a huge upgrade when compared to the basic image stabilization in my previous camera. Again since I'm not a professional photographer in any way, so I'm not likely to go anywhere with a tripod. I own one and have it set up for doing product shots at work, but when I'm going elsewhere I don't take it and the IBIS makes a world of difference in my everyday family photos.
It’s a superb camera and Nikon I believe has another easy to use camera for beginners like me or professionals. There’s a lot to like on this camera and It’s more of a leap up instead of a step up from what I was using, the Sony 6100
While I have used Nikon gear in the past, I had not owned any until this Z5 ended up in my possession. I like it more than I expected to. First of all, if you own a lot of Canon lenses (as I do) there is an amazing way to save your investment should you decide to switch over to Nikon bodies and don't want to spend thousands of dollars on new kit right away. The battery life on the Z5 is excellent - I have not run out of juice yet in the field. So far that means I have been able to shoot more than 500 images and still have battery left over. You can see video from the camera although I cannot show you the actual quality here on Amazon due to the way the site compresses videos. The 4K is fine for most videography situations and the auto focus is good although Canon's dual-pixel auto focus still has a slight edge when it comes to focus.
The kit lens is not bad at all for what it is. You will eventually want better glass, but 24-50 is a good place to start for well lit situations.
This was my first time using a full frame camera or a mirrorless camera. I have to say coming from a DSLR looking through the viewfinder and seeing the bright video screen is a drastic change. I am still on the fence between DSLR and mirrorless but the smaller physical size and the ease of use is pulling me towards mirrorless. I have really enjoyed using the Nikon Z 5 for both photos and video. My previous DSLR only shot in 1080p so getting the option for 4k video is nice, however; I was disappointed to find out it does not shoot 4k at full frame. 4k video will be cropped but 1080p will do full frame.
Concerning the image quality, it seems to be better than the D3400 whenever I've done side-by-side comparisons. At first I wasn't sure how much better it may be, but I've actually come to be impressed with it! The video recording aspect is also a cool idea. Usually if I'm shooting photos and then I change my mind and want video, I have to go make sure the IPad is clean, charged, and in its case. Then I have to reset the "stage" and pray the lighting hasn't changed. With this I can just go "wait... flips switch OK!". It also seems to be of fair quality. The battery charger can rotate, making it easy to charge in difficult or crowded locations which is awesome, saves time when using it in public (airports or hotels). I'm a little bit sad to see it does not save any photo taken without an SD card- that limits its use a bit until users can get an SD card bought.
I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a great camera that has excellent features.
There is a lot to love about this camera, mostly that it's really just a good value for what you get. Full Frame sensor is the big one, and 24mp. It's also really close to the Z6 model, barely any different and a bit cheaper (you get a top view lcd, and slightly better sensor, but just barely).
It wasn't until recently when a family member asked me to photograph a school event (which was very quiet) and while doing so, I noticed a room full of people staring at me because of the sounds from my shutter, that I knew I was ready to switch. For a professional photographer at events the sounds of the camera are completely expected. But all too often I was in more casual settings, trying to get photos and half contemplating putting away my DSLR and just taking pics with my smartphone because of the shutter sounds. The promise of a silent shutter and the need for better video quality had me ready to try out a mirrorless camera.
My experiences so far with the Nikon Z5 have been very good. I'm loving the vertical tilt LCD screen. For my still shots I take at work, this is so much easier. Using my Canon I pretty much never used the LCD screen because it didn't slide out at all, at least not like it does with the newer models. But even those pop out and to the side almost like a old fashioned video camera. The Nikon pops outward and at a tilt, which is perfect for looking downward at the shots I need to take. And the IBIS in the Z5 is a huge upgrade when compared to the basic image stabilization in my previous camera. Again since I'm not a professional photographer in any way, so I'm not likely to go anywhere with a tripod. I own one and have it set up for doing product shots at work, but when I'm going elsewhere I don't take it and the IBIS makes a world of difference in my everyday family photos.
It’s a superb camera and Nikon I believe has another easy to use camera for beginners like me or professionals. There’s a lot to like on this camera and It’s more of a leap up instead of a step up from what I was using, the Sony 6100
While I have used Nikon gear in the past, I had not owned any until this Z5 ended up in my possession. I like it more than I expected to. First of all, if you own a lot of Canon lenses (as I do) there is an amazing way to save your investment should you decide to switch over to Nikon bodies and don't want to spend thousands of dollars on new kit right away. The battery life on the Z5 is excellent - I have not run out of juice yet in the field. So far that means I have been able to shoot more than 500 images and still have battery left over. You can see video from the camera although I cannot show you the actual quality here on Amazon due to the way the site compresses videos. The 4K is fine for most videography situations and the auto focus is good although Canon's dual-pixel auto focus still has a slight edge when it comes to focus.
The kit lens is not bad at all for what it is. You will eventually want better glass, but 24-50 is a good place to start for well lit situations.
This was my first time using a full frame camera or a mirrorless camera. I have to say coming from a DSLR looking through the viewfinder and seeing the bright video screen is a drastic change. I am still on the fence between DSLR and mirrorless but the smaller physical size and the ease of use is pulling me towards mirrorless. I have really enjoyed using the Nikon Z 5 for both photos and video. My previous DSLR only shot in 1080p so getting the option for 4k video is nice, however; I was disappointed to find out it does not shoot 4k at full frame. 4k video will be cropped but 1080p will do full frame.
Concerning the image quality, it seems to be better than the D3400 whenever I've done side-by-side comparisons. At first I wasn't sure how much better it may be, but I've actually come to be impressed with it! The video recording aspect is also a cool idea. Usually if I'm shooting photos and then I change my mind and want video, I have to go make sure the IPad is clean, charged, and in its case. Then I have to reset the "stage" and pray the lighting hasn't changed. With this I can just go "wait... flips switch OK!". It also seems to be of fair quality. The battery charger can rotate, making it easy to charge in difficult or crowded locations which is awesome, saves time when using it in public (airports or hotels). I'm a little bit sad to see it does not save any photo taken without an SD card- that limits its use a bit until users can get an SD card bought.
I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a great camera that has excellent features.
There is a lot to love about this camera, mostly that it's really just a good value for what you get. Full Frame sensor is the big one, and 24mp. It's also really close to the Z6 model, barely any different and a bit cheaper (you get a top view lcd, and slightly better sensor, but just barely).