Nikon ZR
Nikon · Mirrorless · 24.5 MP · Full Frame · 6K video
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What We Like
+Internal R3D NE RAW recording at 6K/60p with RED color science—no external recorder needed
+Compact, lightweight cinema body (540g) ideal for gimbal, gimbal, and solo production work
+Industry-first 32-bit float audio recording with configurable built-in mics and professional routing
+Advanced deep-learning autofocus with 9-subject detection modes for reliable solo operation
+Exceptional value at $2,199—significantly cheaper than comparable cinema cameras from Sony and Canon
+Large, bright 4-inch DCI-P3 touchscreen with articulating design for flexible monitoring and framing
Worth Knowing
−No electronic viewfinder (EVF)—display-only operation may limit handheld stills photography and direct eye-to-camera framing
−Limited accessory mounting: single tripod thread without anti-twist pins; requires third-party cages for rig compatibility
−Micro HDMI instead of full-size HDMI connection is unconventional for a cinema-focused camera
−Recording time limited to ~125 minutes under ideal conditions; performance varies with temperature and power settings
General | |
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About This CameraThe Nikon ZR is a full-frame digital cinema camera announced by Nikon on 10 September 2025, as the company's first model co-developed with RED Digital Cinema following Nikon's acquisition of RED in 2024. The ZR employs a 24.5-megapixel partially stacked full-frame CMOS sensor and the Expeed 7 image processor, both the same as the Nikon Z6III. It features the same 24.5MP 'partially Stacked' sensor as the Z6III and inherits many capabilities from the more stills-oriented camera, but gains a new Raw video codec, video-focused UI and internal 32-bit float audio recording – a first in the industry. At just over $2,000, the Nikon ZR is an amazing value, marking an amazing start to Nikon's "cinema" camera line. | |
| Brand | Nikon |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. | Sep 2025 |
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. | 2025 |
| Camera weight | 540 g |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless |
Sensor | |
| Type | Full-frame CMOS, partially stacked |
Video | |
| Maximum Resolution | 6K/59.94p (R3D NE, N-RAW); 4K/120p; 1080p/240p |
| Video Codecs | R3D NE (12-bit), N-RAW (12-bit), ProRes RAW HQ, H.265, H.264 |
| Frame Rates | 24, 25, 30, 60p compatible |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |  6K |
Sensor characteristics | |
| Dynamic Range | 15+ stops |
| Native ISO (Video) | 800, 6400 (dual-base) |
| ISO (Stills) | 100-51,200 (extendable to 204,800) |
Autofocus | |
| Type | Hybrid phase-detect with deep-learning subject detection |
| Subject Detection Modes | 9 modes (people, birds, dogs, cats, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trains, airplanes) |
| Sensitivity | Down to approximately -7 EV |
Image stabilization | |
| Type | 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS) |
| Performance | 7.5 stops (8.5 stops with supported lenses) |
Display | |
| Type | 4-inch variable-angle touchscreen |
| Resolution | 3.07 million dots |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Brightness | 1000 cd/m² |
Audio | |
| Recording Format | 32-bit float, 24-bit |
| Built in Microphone | Configurable with 5 directional patterns |
| External Input | 3.5mm stereo mini-pin jack, digital accessory shoe |
Storage | |
| Media Slots | CFexpress Type B, microSD |
| Recording Time | Up to approximately 125 minutes (with external power, 77°F ambient) |
Shutter | |
| Type | Electronic shutter only |
| Maximum Speed | 1/16,000 sec |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/60 sec |
| Shutter Angle | 15 steps (5.6° to 360°) |
Build | |
| Material | Magnesium alloy (heat-dissipating, fan-less) |
| Dimensions | Approximately 5.6 x 4.6 x 3.2 inches |
Lens mount | |
| Mount Type | Nikon Z-mount |
| F mount Support | Via FTZ/FTZ II adapter |
Connectivity | |
| HDMI Output | Micro HDMI Type D, 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| USB | USB-C (power and charging) |
| Cloud Integration | Frame.io support via Nikon NX MobileAir app |
Color science | |
| RED Integration | RED Log3G10 curve and RedWideGamutRGB color space |
| LUT Support | Up to 10 LUTs loadable in-camera |
Optics | |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |  Full Frame |
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. | 24.5 MP050 |
Features | |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |