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Nikon Unveils ZR, First Nikon–RED Camera With Internal R3D and 6K/60 RAW

The release marks the first Nikon–RED hardware integration, signaling Nikon’s bid for cinema workflows.

Overview

  • Nikon confirms internal 12‑bit R3D NE recording alongside N‑RAW and Apple ProRes RAW HQ, using RED color science with dedicated presets.
  • Video options include RAW 6K up to 60p and RAW 4K up to 120p, with 6K/60 and 4K/120 available in N‑RAW or R3D NE, plus ProRes 422 HQ and H.265/H.264 modes.
  • The camera uses a 24.5MP full‑frame semi‑stacked sensor with 5‑axis IBIS, dual‑base ISO 800/6400 in Log3G10, and a Nikon‑stated 15+ stops of dynamic range.
  • Audio features include in‑camera 32‑bit float recording and three mics with selectable pickup patterns, with the new ME‑D10 hot‑shoe shotgun mic supporting cable‑free use and a quoted 77 dB SNR.
  • The compact EVF‑less body has a 4‑inch vari‑angle DCI‑P3 display, CFexpress Type B plus microSD slots, USB‑C SuperSpeed, microHDMI (Type D), 3.5 mm in/out, and ships late October for €2,349 body‑only or €2,949 with the 24–70mm f/4 S, with the ME‑D10 priced at €299.