Panasonic
Lumix S5II
$1797.99
Nikon
Based on 139 Reddit mentions
$1596.95
Summary of sentiment across key features mentioned by users.
Discover what users really think based on Reddit discussions.
I’d vote to get a d500 and some better glass (500 pf for example maybe paired with the 80-400). But if you have to go new, the z5 ii or z6 iii would be a good option with the 180-600 and 24-200. Look at Nikon refurbished too online (Nikons actual website) or for sales via B&H photo. I do wonder thou
...Nikonbiologist in r/Nikon
November 2, 2025 3:08 PM
5
Recommend Z5 II. https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-z5ii-review https://alikgriffin.com/nikon-z-mount-lenses https://lesdeuxpiedsdehors.com/en/nikon-z-mount-lenses
rainy_diary in r/Nikon
January 6, 2026 11:52 AM
4
Unless there's a specific reason you want vintage I'd go something modern to give you maximum flexibility in the raw files for the colour grading. If you can afford it Nikon Z5 ii would be a great option
fields_of_fire in r/VintageDigitalCameras
March 21, 2026 5:01 AM
3
Z5 II might be the best fit for you. Z6 III is focused on action photography and videography, while Zf is more about style. R6 II is a great camera, but it feels huge compared to Nikon. Plus, it doesn't have a pixel remap feature - my copy had a few dead pixels out of the box, and there was no way t
...Spaceman_UA in r/Nikon
May 6, 2025 6:08 AM
5
Recommend refurbised Z5 or new Z5 II. Z5 II if you shoot wildlife, bird, moving car, train, plane, sport. https://www.nikonusa.com/p/z-5-refurbished/1649B?srsltid=AfmBOorQbJgrKN8hqLziom8EgDhbBlrE2w1hWCGVOs1EweZXxW6uH4RM https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1931818-REG/nikon_z5_ii_mirrorless_camera.htm
...rainy_diary in r/Nikon
December 9, 2025 11:56 AM
3
That’s good to hear. I was comparing Nikon to upgrading to an X-T5 and 16-55 mk II. Getting a Z5 II, 24-120, and 40/2 for the same price seemed like a much better choice.
coyotecai in r/nikon_Zseries
December 11, 2025 3:28 PM
2
Recommend Z5II or Z6III with FTZ II adapter could use your current lenses. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1931818-REG/nikon_z5_ii_mirrorless_camera.html https://www.adorama.com/nkz6m3a.html https://www.adorama.com/nkzmaftzm2.html https://cameradecision.com/compare/Nikon-Z5-II-vs-Nikon-Z6-Mark-II
...rainy_diary in r/AskPhotography
January 3, 2026 4:37 AM
2
If you are priority for photo than video better get Z5 II or Z6 III priority for video. https://cameradecision.com/compare/Nikon-Z5-II-vs-Nikon-Z6-Mark-III
rainy_diary in r/Nikon
January 5, 2026 1:07 AM
2
Thank you. Only after I made post here am I getting great Nikon recommendation. I am convinced to go for Nikon unless I find great used deal for Sony. With all this said, I have yet to understand why is Sony gear pushed so much here in other subreddit, sony a6400/a7iii/a7ii + sigma is the 'killer co
...bad_detectiv3 in r/AskPhotography
December 15, 2025 6:12 PM
1
Recommend Z5 II for full frame. https://youtu.be/lEHexydq2qc https://youtu.be/HifmepDejzg https://youtu.be/2c4MTrnCeeI https://thecamerastore.com/products/nikon-z50-ii-with-z-dx-16-50mm-f3-5-6-3-vr?_pos=4&_sid=68382168b&_ss=r
rainy_diary in r/Nikon
January 9, 2026 7:58 AM
1