# Nikon Z5 listed as discontinued

> Japanese stores mark Nikon Z5 as discontinued after one of the cheapest full-frame mirrorless cameras.
- Title: Nikon Z5 listed as discontinued · Digital Camera World
- Summary: Japanese stores mark Nikon Z5 as discontinued after one of the cheapest full-frame mirrorless cameras. Nikon Z5 is discontinued in Japanese markets, with…
- Keywords: nikon z5, nikon z5ii, nikon z5ic, nikon z5iic, full-frame mirrorless, camera pricing, Nikon, listed, discontinued, Digital Camera World
- Source: Digital Camera World — https://digitalcameraworld.com/cameras/mirrorless-cameras/japanese-stores-are-listing-one-of-the-cheapest-ever-full-frame-mirrorless-cameras-as-discontinued
- Published: 2026-10-20T15:29:20+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nikon z5, nikon z5ii, nikon z5ic, nikon z5iic, full-frame mirrorless, camera pricing
## Nikon Z5 discontinued in Japan
Japanese retailers list Nikon Z5 as discontinued per Asobinet reports.
## Z5 launched in July 2020
Nikon Z5 launched in July 2020 as the cheapest full-frame mirrorless camera.
## Z5IIC priced at $1399.95
Nikon Z5IIC retails for $1399.95 / £1,349 / AU$2,399.
## Z5IIC becomes cheapest option
Once Z5 is discontinued, Z5IIC will be Nikon's cheapest full-frame mirrorless camera.
## Z5's affordability appeal
Z5 offers full-frame sensor at heavily discounted prices for stills-first photographers.
## Z5IIC has better specs
Z5IIC provides better processing, AF system, and video capabilities than Z5.
## Key takeaway

Nikon Z5 is discontinued in Japanese markets, with Z5IIC becoming its cheapest full-frame mirrorless option.