How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Nikon
Nikon Z5II vs Nikon Z6II
Short AnswerNikon Z5II wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Image StabilizationNikon Z5II
Autofocus PointsTie
Battery LifeNikon Z6II
WeightNikon Z5II
Launch PriceNikon Z5II
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.5
B24.5
Stabilization (Stops)
A7.5
B5
Battery (Shots)
A330
B340
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A700
B705
AF Points
A273
B273
Form Factor
134 × 100.5 × 72 mm
134 × 100.5 × 69.5 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Nikon Z5II If…
- Higher image stabilization (7.5 stops vs 5 stops)
- Lighter body (700 g vs 705 g)
- Costs less at launch ($1699.95 vs $1999.95)
Choose Nikon Z6II If…
- Higher battery life (340 shots vs 330 shots)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Nikon Z5II | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 24.5 MP | 24.5 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 64000 | 51200 |
| Stabilization | 7.5 Stops | 5 Stops |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 273 | 273 |
| Low-Light AF | -10 EV | -6 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 7.8 fps | 14 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 3.69M | 3.69M |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Vari-angle | Tilting |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 60p | 4K 60p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit H.265 | 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| Log Profile | N-Log | N-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 700 g | 705 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 330 Shots | 340 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 1699.95 | 1999.95 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.