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Nikon Z5IIC 24.5MP mirrorless camera debuts with N-RAW 12-bit 4K60p video, AI hybrid AF, 7.5-stop IS, and 15 scene modes

The Nikon Z5IIC mirrorless camera comes with a 3.2
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The Nikon Z5IIC mirrorless camera comes with a 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen for convenient selfies.
The Nikon Z5IIC camera has debuted with a 24.5 MP sensor, N‑RAW 12‑bit 4K60p video, AI hybrid AF, and 7.5‑stop stabilization for creators desiring better image quality than smartphones. The camera offers 15 scene modes with over 140 downloadable image looks and PC/smartphone livestreaming.

Nikon has released the Z5IIC mirrorless full-frame digital camera for entry-level creators, photographers, and filmmakers looking for better image quality than smartphones. The camera comes with a 3.2-inch vari-angle touchscreen for convenient previews while taking 24.5 MP selfies or 4K60p videos. 15 creative scene modes along with customizable presets help create the desired look.

Nikon Z5IIC mirrorless camera.
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Nikon Z5IIC mirrorless camera.

The Nikon Z5IIC uses a 24.5 MP sensor capable of capturing up to 30 fps thanks to the option to use its mechanical or electronic shutter to freeze images at shutter speeds up to 1/4000 or 1/2000 sec, respectively. The sensor has a sensitivity range of -4 to +17 EV with an ISO range of 50 to 204,800. These capabilities are leveraged in video mode to capture high-resolution 4K60p videos, with the option to save them as high-quality N-RAW 12-bit video files.

A 5-axis image stabilizer is built into the camera, providing up to 7.5 stops of stabilization for low-light or selfie photography and videography, notes Nikon. The camera can also be used for live streaming when connected to a laptop or smartphone.

The Nikon Z5IIC camera has a built-in 7.5-stop image stabilizer to help creators capture clear videos and photos.
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The Nikon Z5IIC camera has a built-in 7.5-stop image stabilizer to help creators capture clear videos and photos.

Photos and videos can be viewed on the 1,040k-dot 3.2-inch touchscreen, which can be swiveled across a 170° viewing angle. The monitor can be used to select one of 15 scene modes, such as Food or Sports mode, as well as more than 140 downloadable Scene Recipes, or add film grain to achieve the desired look more quickly, according to Nikon. A custom color look can also be created and assigned to a dedicated Picture Control button for fast access.

The 3.2-inch vari-angle monitor helps creators frame shots more easily.
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The 3.2-inch vari-angle monitor helps creators frame shots more easily.
Over 140 Scene Recipes can be downloaded to help creators achieve their desired look.
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Over 140 Scene Recipes can be downloaded to help creators achieve their desired look.
A dedicated button activates customized color presets.
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A dedicated button activates customized color presets.

The mirrorless camera weighs 19 oz. (538 g) and measures 5.3 x 3.2 x 2.9 in. (134 x 80.5 x 72 mm). It has a rated runtime of up to 390 shots or 85 minutes. The Nikon Z5IIC has an MSRP of $1,399.95 and is available from the Nikon store on Amazon.

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David Chien, 2026-09-24 (Update: 2026-09-24)