The Nikon ZR cinema camera has a built-in 4-inch vari-angle DCI-P3 display with touch control. Nikon is developing firmware version 2.00 for the camera and nine cinema lenses in the NIKKOR Z CINEMA T1.9 VV series.
Nikon has also released two zoom lenses. The NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is a fast telephoto zoom that combines significant weight reduction with outstanding rendering capabilities and next-generation, high-performance AF. The NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 is a highly portable standard zoom lens that enables imaging expression in a wide variety of situations.
For photographers who want to pair this body with optics built for precision, Sigma’s build-to-order system for coveted 14mm lens shows how third-party glass is changing hands and availability.
The sensor is a 24.5 MP full-frame CMOS sensor. The listed video compression formats are R3D NE (12-bit), N-RAW (12-bit), Apple ProRes RAW HQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265/HEVC (8-bit/10-bit) and H.264/AVC (8-bit).
Footage shot in Redcode Raw (R3D NE) unlocks the same color space (REDWideGamutRGB) and log curve (Log3G10) as RED cameras. When the RED picture control is used, Active D-Lighting must be set to Extra High for optimized exposure. User Settings1 [CinematicVideo] mode sets it by default.
The camera offers built-in stabilization with any lens, up to 7.5 stops. Autofocus includes 9-subject detection, with automatic tracking of people, animals and vehicles, powered by deep learning.
Metering on the Nikon ZR is TTL and uses the camera’s image sensor. The listed modes are matrix, center-weighted and highlight-weighted. Continuous video recording of up to 360 minutes (6 hours) is listed as the maximum record time.
Nikon ZR cinema camera sensor and video specs
The sensor measures 35.9mm x 23.9mm. The monitor has a 4-inch diagonal and a 16:10 aspect ratio.
The 5.4K recording size is 5376 x 3024, with frame rates of 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p and 23.976p. The 1920 x 1080 size goes up to 239.76p, with 200p, 119.88p, 100p, 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p and 23.976p also available.
Nikon’s craftsmanship extends beyond its cameras and lenses, as seen in a Tokyo-made Nikon business card holder with camera design, a small object that reflects the brand’s classic styling.
It joins a growing lineup of Z mount compact cinema cameras co-developed by Nikon and RED. The Nikon Z mount is described as the widest and shallowest full-frame mirrorless lens mount in the world.
Sources: Nikon RED ZR | Z Cinema Cameras, ZR | Mirrorless Cameras, Nikon (@NikonNews) on X · Discovered via dpreview.com
Frequently asked questions
What sensor does the Nikon ZR cinema camera use?
The Nikon ZR uses a 24.5 MP full-frame CMOS sensor that measures 35.9mm x 23.9mm. The sensor is the core imaging component of the camera.
What video compression formats does the Nikon ZR support?
The Nikon ZR supports R3D NE (12-bit), N-RAW (12-bit), Apple ProRes RAW HQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265/HEVC (8-bit/10-bit), and H.264/AVC (8-bit). These are the video compression formats listed for the camera.
How long can the Nikon ZR record video continuously?
The maximum continuous video recording time listed for the Nikon ZR is 360 minutes (6 hours). This is the stated maximum record time for the camera.
How much built-in stabilization does the Nikon ZR offer?
The Nikon ZR offers built-in stabilization of up to 7.5 stops with any lens. This stabilization works with any lens attached to the camera.
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