Overview
- Nikon announced the Z5IIC on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, pricing the body at $1,399.95 with preorders open and mid‑October shipping planned.
- The camera keeps the Z5 II’s 24.5MP backside‑illuminated sensor and EXPEED 7 processor while retaining 5‑axis IBIS rated up to 7.5 stops and Nikon’s AI autofocus, including a new Fish detection mode.
- Video options include 4K up to 60p (note that 50/60p use a DX/APS‑C crop), 10‑bit H.265 N‑Log, and internal 12‑bit N‑RAW recording to a single UHS‑II SD card, with Nikon recommending V90 cards.
- To reach a lower price and slimmer profile Nikon removed the electronic viewfinder and the second card slot, creating tradeoffs for photographers who need bright‑sun composition or dual‑card redundancy.
- The Z5IIC is positioned as a gateway full‑frame body for creators and phone upgraders and as a compact B‑camera for Z shooters, extending Nikon’s product segmentation that began with the Z5 II in April 2025.