This D5 DSLR offers a larger and more refined set of options for capturing those beautiful moments exactly the way you want to, compared to simpler counterparts like the compacts.

The Mirror-less Camera is a very good option for taking those shots with a professional flair. The ability to change lenses and tweak a variety of photo settings can be quite powerful. 

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Nikon D5 camera would suit you adequately.

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Nikon Z 6  camera would suit you adequately.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the D5 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 153  "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the Z 6 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 273  "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the D5 does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the Z 6 does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

For the professional photographer, the Nikon D5 makes no compromises. Calibration options on this camera are deep and varied which combines nicely with its generous Image Sensor Size (35.6 x 23.9 mm (mm)).

For the professional photographer, the Nikon Z 6 makes no compromises. Calibration options on this camera are deep and varied which combines nicely with its generous Image Sensor Size (35.9 x 23.9 mm (mm)).

Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Nikon D5 video camera should be sufficient for your needs.

Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Nikon Z 6 video camera should be sufficient for your needs.

Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The D5 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.

Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The Z 6 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.

In taking those celestial photographs, the image sensor size a key component which measures at 35.9 x 23.9 mm (mm) for this particular camera model. You'll also want to shoot using the RAW file format to maximise the details you capture. Good news is, this camera supports that format!

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the D5 is an easy recommendation for this.

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the Z 6 is an easy recommendation for this.

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the D5.

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the Z 6 .

Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.

Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Nikon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Nikon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the D5 is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}

As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the Z 6 is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Nikon provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Nikon provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

For those special occasions, this Nikon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. 

For those special occasions, this Nikon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. 

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Nikon D5 is a great companion to have.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Nikon Z 6 is a great companion to have.

High definition entertainment - While shooting a variety of scenes for your next release, this camera has you covered due to the (35.6 x 23.9 mm mm image sensor it houses. 

High definition entertainment - While shooting a variety of scenes for your next release, this camera has you covered due to the (35.9 x 23.9 mm mm image sensor it houses. 

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Nikon's in-built intervalometer

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Nikon's in-built intervalometer

Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.

When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.

When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Nikon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Nikon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

Ultra High Definition - you'll be able to capture immersive and highly detailed footage with this camera's 4K capability.

Ultra High Definition - you'll be able to capture immersive and highly detailed footage with this camera's 4K capability.

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions.

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 120 FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi.

Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi.

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.