MUMBAI: Nikon just gave creators a reason to ditch the tripod and hit record. At a buzzing launch event held at New Delhi’s Eros Hotel on 23 April, Nikon India pulled the wraps off the Z5II—a full-frame mirrorless camera that aims to put professional-grade video in more hands without frying budgets.

The Z5II brings to the table a 24.5 MP BSI CMOS sensor, 4K/60p video, and full HD 120p slow motion—ticking every box for filmmakers, wedding shooters, and street-style documentarians alike. But its real claim to fame lies under the hood: blazing 3.5x faster autofocus and low-light AF down to -10EV, which means your shoot doesn’t have to stop when the lights go out.

"With the introduction of the Z5II, Nikon is once again elevating the standards of professional-grade photography, making top-tier innovation more accessible to all creators," said Nikon India Pvt. Ltd MD Sajjan Kumar.

Armed with in-camera 12-bit N-RAW and 10-bit N-Log, the Z5II caters to video pros who love tinkering in post-production. The EXPEED 7 engine drives intelligent autofocus, while a 5-axis in-body vibration reduction system ensures every handheld take looks like it was shot on rails.

Its vari-angle touchscreen helps shooters nail tricky angles, and a bright 3,000 cd/m² EVF outshines the competition. For run-and-gun creators, the Z5II’s high-speed burst at 14 fps, paired with 3D-tracking AF, is a ticket to freeze-frame wizardry.

“‘Truly Together’, the Z5II is crafted for hybrid creators who demand flexibility and performance in every frame,” Kumar added.

The camera also features AI-driven subject detection, capable of spotting nine types-from pets to sports cars. It seamlessly works with Nikon’s Z Mount lens ecosystem and supports USB-C, HDMI, and Picture Control customisation, giving creators more control without the learning curve.

Priced at Rs 1,49,995 (body only), the Nikon Z5II hits stores on 24 April 2025. As hybrid creators blur the lines between filmmaker and photographer, Nikon seems ready to roll.