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Yodobashi Bestseller list: Nikon Zr on top!

The large Japanese store Yodobashi shared the October Bestseller list:

  1. Nikon Zf Body – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  2. Hasselblad X2D II 100C Body – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  3. Sony α7C II Zoom Lens Kit – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  4. Fujifilm X-M5 XC15-45mm Lens Kit – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  5. Sony α7C II Body – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  6. Nikon Z50II Double Zoom Kit – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  7. Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  8. Sony ZV-E10 II Double Zoom Kit – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  9. Nikon Z5II Body – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  10. Canon EOS R5 Mark II Body – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama

Lenses:

  1. Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  2. Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  3. Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  4. Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  5. Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  6. Sigma 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary (E-mount) – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  7. Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  8. Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  9. Hasselblad XCD 2.5/55V – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
  10. Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (RF mount) – BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama

Philip Blooms review of the Nikon Zr: “The Most Surprising Camera I’ve Tested in a Long Time”

Despite quirks, Philip concludes the Nikon ZR is an innovative hybrid with unmatched value for its internal RAW capability.
The LCD, audio features, and adaptability make it a joy to use.
He plans to keep it and shoot mostly N-RAW Normal or H.265 for YouTube and personal work — especially his beloved cats.

“The thing I love most about this camera is the screen.”

Nikon ZR at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton

Jason Morris: Nikon ZR vs LUMIX S5IIX- Best Budget Full Frame

In his latest video, Jason Morris compared the Nikon ZR and the Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX, two of the most impressive “budget” full-frame hybrid cameras available today. His verdict: both are phenomenal, but they shine in different ways.

The Nikon ZR delivers unmatched internal recording options — including 12-bit R3D RAW, 6K 60p, and 32-bit float audio — making it a dream for serious video shooters who want professional-grade codecs without external recorders. Its autofocus performance now rivals Sony’s, especially when paired with adapted E-mount lenses.

The Lumix S5 IIX, on the other hand, wins for hybrid flexibility. It offers open-gate recording, class-leading IBIS that nearly eliminates the need for a gimbal, and native anamorphic support with in-camera desqueeze. The full-size HDMI port, active cooling, and rugged body design make it an ideal all-rounder for filmmakers and photographers alike.

Morris’s takeaway is clear: both cameras punch far above their price. The Nikon ZR excels as a dedicated video system with advanced codecs and audio, while the Lumix S5 IIX remains the king of versatility for creators who want everything in one body.