Nikon Z5II Mirrorless Camera

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What is the approximate megapixel count of the Nikon Z5II's full-frame sensor?

  • 30.1 megapixels
  • 45.7 megapixels
  • 20.8 megapixels
  • 24.5 megapixels (correct)

Which image processor is used in the Nikon Z5II?

  • EXPEED 7 (correct)
  • EXPEED 4
  • EXPEED 6
  • EXPEED 5

What is the maximum ISO sensitivity for stills on the Nikon Z5II?

  • ISO 25600
  • ISO 64000 (correct)
  • ISO 128000
  • ISO 32000

What type of memory cards are compatible with the Nikon Z5II?

<p>SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards (A)</p>
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What is the frame coverage of the Nikon Z5II's viewfinder?

<p>Approximately 100% horizontal and 100% vertical (B)</p>
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Which video recording format options are available on the Nikon Z5II?

<p>All of the above (D)</p>
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What is the purpose of the 'Picture Control' button on the Nikon Z5II?

<p>To quickly access in-camera color presets. (D)</p>
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Which of the following is a feature of the Nikon Z5II's autofocus system?

<p>All of the above. (D)</p>
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What is the maximum video recording frame rate at Full HD resolution on the Nikon Z5II, and what slow motion effect can it create?

<p>120p, 4x slow motion (A)</p>
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What type of shutter does the Nikon Z5II employ?

<p>Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter; electronic front-curtain shutter; electronic shutter (C)</p>
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When using Center-weighted metering on the Nikon Z5II, what percentage of weight is given to the center of the frame?

<p>75% (D)</p>
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What is the approximate magnification of the Nikon Z5II's viewfinder?

<p>0.80x (A)</p>
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What is the effect of the Nikon Z5II's in-camera Vibration Reduction (VR) when using compatible lenses?

<p>Equivalent to 7.5 stops in the center and 6.0 stops at the periphery (B)</p>
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What are the available bracketing types on the Nikon Z5II?

<p>Exposure, flash, white balance, and ADL (D)</p>
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What is the highest ISO sensitivity available for video recording when N-Log is selected for tone mode on the Nikon Z5II?

<p>ISO 51200 (D)</p>
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What type of AF-area modes are available in video mode on the Nikon Z5II?

<p>Subject-tracking AF (A)</p>
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Which Picture Control options are available when HLG is selected for tone mode during still photography on the Nikon Z5II?

<p>Standard, Monochrome, and Flat (A)</p>
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If you are shooting in NEF (RAW) + JPEG format on the Nikon Z5II, what dual card slot configurations are available?

<p>Overflow or backup storage, separate storage of NEF (RAW) and JPEG files or duplicate JPEG pictures at different sizes/qualities (D)</p>
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What is the Auto FP high-speed sync shutter speed of the Nikon Z5II?

<p>1/200 s (D)</p>
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What is the approximate weight of the Nikon Z5II body only, without battery, memory card, body cap, or accessory shoe cover?

<p>620 g (A)</p>
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Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding battery compatibility with the Nikon Z5II?

<p>EN-EL15c, EN-EL15b, and EN-EL15a batteries can be used, but fewer pictures can be taken on a single charge than with the EN-EL15c. (D)</p>
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Which of the following best describes the function of the 'high-frequency flicker reduction' feature?

<p>It minimizes banding and uneven exposure issues that can occur under certain artificial lighting. (D)</p>
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The Nikon Z5II supports various Creative Picture Controls like Dream, Morning, Pop, etc. Which of these options correctly describes the tunability of these controls?

<p>The selected Picture Control can be modified and stored as Custom Picture Controls. (D)</p>
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The Nikon Z5II has a feature called “Pre-Release Capture”. In which release mode(s) is this feature available?

<p>High-speed frame capture + (A)</p>
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Which statement accurately describes the capabilities of the Nikon Z5II's electronic viewfinder (EVF)?

<p>The EVF has a resolution of approximately 3,690k dots (Quad VGA) and features both auto and 18-level manual brightness controls and color balance adjustment. (D)</p>
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What is the minimum EV (Exposure Value) that the Nikon Z5II can detect in its autofocus system under the following conditions; photo mode, AF-S, single-point AF with the center focus point selected, ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.2 lens, 20°C/68°F?

<p>-10 EV (B)</p>
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What combination of settings would provide the highest maximum frame advance rate when using continuous high-speed mode on the Nikon Z5II?

<p>Shutter type: Electronic front-curtain shutter, Silent mode: ON (C)</p>
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With its subject detection capabilities, the Nikon Z5II can automatically detect and focus on a variety of subjects. Consider a scenario where you're photographing a mixed group of subjects. Which of the following describes the most comprehensive subject detection behavior you can expect from the camera?

<p>The camera can simultaneously detect and differentiate multiple subject types (e.g., humans, animals, vehicles) within the scene, allowing you to prioritize specific subject types or let the camera intelligently manage focus. (A)</p>
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The Nikon Z5II features an option for 'dual-format (proxy-video) recording for RAW video'. What best describes the primary advantage of utilizing this feature?

<p>It allows for the creation of a smaller, easily shareable video file alongside the high-quality RAW video, streamlining the editing workflow. (A)</p>
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The Nikon Z5II includes 'RED LUTs for N-Log'. What part do RED LUTs play in N-Log video recording?

<p>RED LUTs offer a starting point for color grading N-Log footage, providing a more visually appealing preview and a base for further adjustments. (C)</p>
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The Nikon Z5II supports an external microphone with adjustable sensitivity and other audio functions. What specific functions are available for audio recording?

<p>Sensitivity adjustment, attenuator, frequency response, and wind noise reduction functions (C)</p>
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What is the approximate depth (D) dimension of the Nikon Z5II?

<p>72 mm (D)</p>
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The Nikon Z5II vari-angle LCD monitor has a viewing angle of 170°. What practical benefit does this wide viewing angle provide to photographers and videographers?

<p>Ensures color accuracy remains consistent when viewing the screen from different positions. (C)</p>
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Which of the following best explains the purpose of Image Dust Off reference data?

<p>It is used in conjunction with NX Studio to identify and remove dust spots from images. (B)</p>
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A photographer wants to maximize dynamic range while shooting video with the Nikon Z5II. Which combination of settings would best achieve this goal?

<p>Shooting in N-RAW with ISO between 800 and 51200 (A)</p>
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A photographer is using an older F mount NIKKOR lens with the Nikon Z5II. Which of the following statements is most accurate?

<p>An adapter is required, and some restrictions may apply to lens functionality. (D)</p>
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How does the Nikon Z5II's 'Highlight-weighted metering' mode determine exposure?

<p>It prioritizes the brightest areas of the scene to prevent overexposure. (B)</p>
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What is the resolution of the Nikon Z5II’s vari-angle TFT touch-sensitive LCD monitor?

<p>2100k-dot (A)</p>
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Flashcards

Nikon Z mount camera

A digital camera that supports interchangeable lenses using the Nikon Z mount.

Effective Pixels

The number of pixels used to form an image, specified as 24.5 million for this camera.

Full-frame CMOS sensor

A 35.9 x 23.9 mm sensor size, providing a full-frame field of view.

Image sensor cleaning

A system used to remove dust from the image sensor, reducing artifacts on images.

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File format (image quality)

Options for saving images, including RAW (NEF), JPEG, and HEIF, each offering different levels of compression and quality.

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Picture Control system

A feature to customize image look via preset styles.

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Compatible Memory Cards

The types of memory cards supported by the camera, including SD, SDHC, and SDXC.

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Dual card slots

Indicates that the camera has two slots for memory cards allowing overflow or backup storage.

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Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)

An electronic display used to compose and review images, with approximately 3690k-dot Quad VGA resolution.

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Frame coverage

A measure of how much of the scene is visible through the viewfinder, specified as approximately 100%.

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Viewfinder Magnification

A measure of how much larger the scene appears through the viewfinder compared to the naked eye.

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Vari-angle LCD monitor

A screen that can be tilted and rotated for flexible viewing angles, with touch-sensitive controls.

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Shutter Type

The physical mechanism that controls the duration of light exposure to the sensor.

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Shutter Speed Range

The range of time the shutter is open, from 1/8000 of a second to 30 seconds.

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Single frame release mode

Camera mode that releases one photo per press.

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Continuous shooting mode

Camera mode that takes multiple photos while the release button is pressed.

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Frame advance rate (fps)

The number of frames (photos) that the camera can capture per second in continuous shooting mode.

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Metering system

A system that measures the light in a scene to determine the optimal exposure settings.

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Metering mode

How the camera assesses the exposure based on different parts of the scene.

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Metering range

The range of light levels that the camera can accurately measure.

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ISO sensitivity range

Determines the camera's sensitivity to light, adjustable from ISO 100 to 64000.

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Active D-Lighting

A feature that optimizes dynamic range by adjusting highlights and shadows.

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HDR overlay

A technique that combines multiple exposures into a single image with extended dynamic range.

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Autofocus (AF)

A system that automatically adjusts focus to ensure sharp images.

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Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF

Methods the camera uses to achieve focus, combining phase-detection and contrast AF.

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Detection range (AF)

The range of light levels in which the autofocus system can operate effectively.

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Focus points

Specific spots in the frame that the camera can use to focus.

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AF-area modes

Different modes that control how the autofocus system selects focus points.

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Vibration Reduction (VR)

Technology used to reduce the effects of camera shake, resulting in sharper images.

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Flash control

Describes how the camera controls the flash output for proper exposure.

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Flash modes

Different modes for flash operation, such as front-curtain sync and red-eye reduction.

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Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)

Nikon's advanced flash system, allowing for sophisticated lighting setups.

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White balance

Adjusts the color balance of the image to match the lighting conditions.

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Bracketing

Takes multiple shots with varying exposure, white balance, or Active D-Lighting settings.

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Video Frame Size and Rate

The camera settings used when recording video, including resolution and frame rate.

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Video File Format

Formats for saving video files, offering different compression levels and compatibility.

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Video Compression

Methods used to compress video data, such as H.265/HEVC and H.264/AVC.

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Audio Recording Format

Determines how audio is recorded, impacting the sound quality of videos.

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USB Type C

A port used to transfer data from the camera to a computer.

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HDMI output

A port used to output video and audio to an external display.

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Study Notes

  • The Nikon Z5II is a mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses and a Nikon Z mount.
  • It supports both Z mount and F mount NIKKOR lenses (with an adapter; some restrictions may apply).

Key Specs

  • Effective Pixels: 24.5 million
  • Image Sensor: 35.9 x 23.9 mm CMOS (full-frame/FX-format)
  • ISO Sensitivity: 100 to 64000 (expandable to 50-204800 equivalent)
  • Continuous Shooting: Up to 30 fps with Pre-Release Capture
  • Video: 4K UHD/60p (cropped), Full HD/120p
  • VR: 7.5-stop in-camera VR
  • Subject Detection: 9 subject types
  • Image Processor: EXPEED 7

Image Quality and Storage

  • It has an Image sensor cleaning system and Image Dust Off reference data (with NX Studio).
  • Image sizes range from 6048 x 4032 to 1984 x 1328 depending on the image area selected (FX, DX, 1:1, 16:9).
  • Image file formats include NEF (RAW), JPEG, and HEIF, with various compression options.
  • RAW files are 14-bit and can be compressed.
  • It supports Custom Picture Controls, with some restrictions when HLG is selected for tone mode.
  • It has dual SD card slots that support SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards (UHS-II compliant).
  • Either card can be used for overflow, backup, or separate storage of RAW and JPEG/HEIF files.

Viewfinder and Monitor

  • It uses a 1.27-cm/0.5-in. 3690k-dot OLED electronic viewfinder with color balance and brightness controls.
  • The Viewfinder frame coverage is approximately 100% horizontal and vertical with magnification about 0.8x.
  • The Monitor is an 8-cm/3.2-in. 2100k-dot vari-angle TFT touch-sensitive LCD with 170° viewing angle and 100% frame coverage.

Shutter

  • It has an Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter, electronic front-curtain shutter, and electronic shutter.
  • Shutter speed ranges from 1/8000 to 30 s, extendable to 900 s in mode M, with Bulb and Time options.
  • Flash sync speed is 1/200 s or slower, with auto FP high-speed sync supported.
  • Available release modes are Single frame, continuous low/high-speed, high-speed frame capture with Pre-Release Capture, and self-timer.
  • Continuous shooting can reach 1 to 7 fps in continuous low-speed mode and up to 15 fps in continuous high-speed (extended) mode (with silent mode on).

Exposure and Metering

  • TTL metering uses the camera's image sensor.
  • Metering modes: Matrix, Center-weighted, Spot, and Highlight-weighted.
  • Metering range: -4 to +17 EV (ISO 100, f/2.0, 20°C/68°F).
  • ISO sensitivity ranges from 100 to 64000, with options to go below ISO 100 or above ISO 64000.
  • Active D-Lighting options: Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, and Off.
  • It offers multiple exposure modes: Add, average, lighten, darken, HDR overlay, photo flicker reduction, and high-frequency flicker reduction.

Autofocus

  • Utilizes Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist.
  • AF Detection range: -10 to +19 EV (photo mode, AF-S, single-point AF, ISO 100, f/1.2, 20°C/68°F).
  • Focus points: 273 points (single-point AF), 299 points (auto-area AF) in photo mode with FX selected.
  • AF-area modes: Pinpoint, single-point, dynamic-area (S, M, L), wide-area (S, L, C1, C2), auto-area AF, 3D-tracking (photo mode), and subject-tracking AF (video mode).

Vibration Reduction

  • Camera on-board VR: 5-axis image sensor shift.
  • Lens on-board VR: Lens shift (with VR lenses).

Flash

  • Flash control: i-TTL flash control with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering.
  • Flash modes: Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, and off.
  • Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) support: i-TTL flash control, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, modeling illumination, FV lock, Color Information Communication, and auto FP high-speed sync.

White Balance

  • White balance: Auto (3 types), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (3 types), flash, color temperature (2500 to 10,000 K), and preset manual (up to 6 values).
  • Bracketing options: Exposure, flash, white balance, and ADL.

Video Recording

  • Video Metering: TTL metering using camera image sensor (Matrix, center-weighted, or highlight-weighted).
  • 4K UHD recording at 60p/50p/30p/25p/24p and 1080p at 120p/100p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p.
  • Slow-motion recording at 30p x4, 25p x4, and 24p x5.
  • RAW video recording available.
  • File formats: NEV, MOV, MP4 with N-RAW (12 bit), H.265/HEVC (8/10 bit), and H.264/AVC (8 bit) compression.
  • It supports Linear PCM or AAC audio recording, with built-in stereo mic or external mic options.
  • ISO sensitivity: 100-51200 in manual mode (expandable), with auto ISO control in P, S, and A modes.
  • Video Features include time-lapse, electronic VR, time codes, N-Log, HLG, wave-form display, and more.

Interface

  • USB: Type C SuperSpeed USB connector.
  • HDMI: Type-D HDMI connector.
  • Audio input/output: 3.5 mm stereo mini-pin jacks.
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are available.

Power

  • Battery: EN-EL15c Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (compatible with EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a, but with reduced performance).
  • Optional MB-N14 and MB-N11 Power Battery Packs are available.
  • AC adapter: EH-8P (requires USB cable) or EH-5d/EH-5c/EH-5b (requires EP-5B Power Connector).

Physical Specs

  • Tripod socket: 0.635 cm; 1/4 in., ISO 1222.
  • Dimensions: Approx. 134 x 100.5 x 72 mm/5.3 x 4 x 2.9 in.
  • Weight: Approx. 700 g/1 lb. 8.7 oz. (with battery and memory card).
  • Operating environment: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F), humidity: 85% or less (no condensation).

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