The outstanding Nikon Z5 II was our 'camera of the year 2025' - and it's even better with this record-low price today

If there's one camera that we're always happy to recommend to most people, it's the excellent Nikon Z5 II. This camera was one of 2025's most surprising launches - so much so that it earned our camera of the year award.

Right now, it's an even better value, too, as B&H Photo currently has the body listed at just $1,596 (was $1,846), which is a match for the record-low price from Black Friday.

The Z5 II's price has had a pretty wild ride over the past year. It was originally debuted at $1,699, then was hiked up to $1,799 within a few months due to tariffs. A couple of deals reduced it back down to $1,699, but the first 'real deal' on the camera was this same price cut over Black Friday.

Essentially, I see this as ...