Nikon's New Z5 IIC Is a Cheaper Z5 II without the Electronic Viewfinder
The compact mirrorless model keeps Nikon’s 24.5MP sensor and adds built-in creative filters, Scene modes and expanded 4K video tools.
- On Thursday, September 24, 2026, Nikon announced the Z5IIC, a compact full-frame mirrorless camera with preorders open today at $1,399.95 for the body-only unit and shipping beginning Oct. 15.
- Nikon positions the Z5IIC as a casual alternative to the Z5II, removing the eye-level viewfinder and dual card slots to reduce cost by $450 while maintaining compact portability.
- The camera retains the Z5II's 24.5-megapixel sensor and Expeed 7 processor while adding 15 scene modes and film grain effects; it supports 4K UHD video at 60 fps and Full HD at 120 fps.
- Aimed at first-time mirrorless users, the Z5IIC features intuitive controls, subject-detection autofocus, and a 3.2-inch vari-angle monitor enabling composition from multiple angles without extensive post-production.
- Nikon will offer the Z5IIC in silver or black with optional bundles featuring 26mm or 40mm lenses, priced at $1,699.95 with the 24-50mm kit, providing access to the NIKKOR Z lens ecosystem.
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Nikon has announced the Z5 IIC, a simplified version of the Z5 II that removes the EVF, reduces the quality of the rear LCD, drops the dual card slots, and cuts out the AF joystick in exchange for $450 in savings. For many, that might be enough of a discount to pick one up.
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