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Nikon has launched Nikon ZR – a full-frame sensor camera in the Z CINEMA series. Developed in collaboration with RED Digital Cinema, a subsidiary of Nikon Corporation, the ZR delivers high-end cinematic videos through its internal 6K RAW recording, the company said.
It added that RED-curated colour science with R3D NE video codec, and pro-level audio has been added.
Nikon ZR price in India and availability
The Nikon ZR camera body will be available from October 16 at Rs 1,86,995/- (Body Only) across India at Nikon outlets.“This [launch] marks a proud milestone for Nikon as we enter the cinematic space, empowering creators to bring their vision to life with unmatched precision and versatility. The ZR is more than a camera—it’s a revolution in cinematic storytelling, designed to meet the evolving needs of our customers and redefine what’s possible on screen,” said Sajjan Kumar, MD, Nikon India at the Broadcast India Show 2025, held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.
Nikon ZR specs and features
The unveiling marks Nikon’s formal entry into the professional cinema space, showcasing the company’s dedication to innovating for storytellers at every level. Nikon says that Nikon ZR is engineered for cinematic storytelling with nine RED-curated Imaging Recipes. It supports recording in seven video formats, including 12-bit RAW for maximum tonal range and post-production flexibility, 6K/59.94p and 4K/119.88p 12-bit RAW recording in REDWideGamutRGB and Log3G10 profiles, marking the first integration of the RED R3D NE codec into a Nikon camera.
The ZR supports LUT monitoring on its 4.0-inch LCD, allowing instant preview. It also includes waveform, histogram, and multi-colour zebra overlays, and supports up to ten 65-point LUTs, alongside 17 and 33-point LUTs for precision. There’s also a configurable shutter angle range of 5.6-degree to 360-degree for true cinematic motion blur. Powered by deep-learning autofocus, the ZR offers up to nine subject detections.
The Nikon ZR features:
- Internal 6K RAW video capture (R3D NE, N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ)
- The world’s first in-camera 32-bit float with 3.5mm jack audio recording with OZO Audio*7 support
- Dual Base ISO for optimised exposure control
- Direct cloud uploads via Frame.io through NX MobileAir*8
- Efficient heat dissipation for 2h+ of silent, continuous recording without overheating
The camera gets advanced audio tools, supports HDMI-CEC tally light compatibility, ON AIR/PREVIEW indicators, and full HDMI and USB-C connectivity.Key specifications:
- RED R3D NE codec
- Internal RAW video: 6K/60p (R3D NE, N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ)
- Dual base ISO: 800/6400
- Monitor: 10.16cm (4-inch) vari-angle with a 3070k-dot resolution
- Dynamic range: 15+ stops*9
- The world’s first in-camera 32-bit float , OZO Audio, 3.5mm line input
- Slow motion: Up to 10x slow motion in Full HD (FHD 239.76p)
- Cloud-ready: Frame.io integration
- Monitoring: Waveform, histogram, LUTs
- Stabilisation: 5-axis IBIS
- Build: Magnesium alloy, dust-and-drip resistant
- Weight: 540g
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