- Nikon announced at the IBC that he developed cinematographic objectives
- There is currently no calendar on when to expect the first models
- They will be designed for Nikon Z movie cameras, including ZR
Nikon has raised its position in the cinematographic camera space when it bought the favorite red digital cameras of the industry in 2024, and began to capitalize on the partnership at a nodes rate.
At only 18 months, there are already two reducted red cameras with Nikon Z-Ment-the V-Raptor and the Komodo-a more affordable v-raptor XE, as well as the first model in a brand new range of Nikon Z cinema cameras, the Nikon ZR.
Nikon Red of a brand, the ZR is a highly capable and polite Z-Ment camera, with a 6K 60FPS video, a 6k red “ne” R3D codec, a 32-bit floating audio capture and a 4-inch rival tactile display, all for a low price that puts pressure on Sony, Canon and even Panasonic.
The ZR is a first big step in a new world for Nikon and seems ready to disturb our best video cameras guide, but by design, it is a passionate level model, while the system is still in its infancy. The red being in the photo will advance things well, but I’m always curious to know what is the next step for Nikon.
During the IBC 2025 show in Amsterdam this week, I sat with Nikon to discuss his series of Z Cinema cameras, and I obtained surprisingly open answers on what we can expect.
The cinema lenses will come
Nikon has long been a brand of photographer. Yes, its recent models without a mirror, such as the hybrid video Z9 and Z6 III, turn superior quality video, but the equipment of Nikon at this point is designed mainly for photography.
This changed with the first Nikon Z cinema camera, the truly compact ZR. However, there is always the question of lenses. Canon and Sony already make hybrid lenses – those with video characteristics such as the A -Cicked opening ring. Nikon does not do it, but had exciting news to share with me.
“We are developing Nikkor cinema objectives,” said Ahara Takashi, managing director, UX – Nikon Imaging Unit planning service.
“It will take some time before the launch, of course,” continued Aihara, “but I hope you are waiting for it – it’s [sic] will be really big cinema goals. »»
Usually, brands are tight on the future equipment, but Nikon openly undertakes to make its own cinema objectives.
This is excellent news for people impressed by the capabilities and the superb value of the ZR, but which are not sure to adopt the Z-Mount system for the video, given the youth of the system and the absence of dedicated video lenses, in addition to a Z 28-135 mm F / 4 Pz hybrid (Power Zoom).
The cinematographic camera has also authorized its mount to Leica, which means that the Ridiculously expensive Leitz Hektor series is now available for the Z-Munt. However, I suspect that most people will expect to see what Nikkor cinema goals are announced and when they are available.
But what about more Nikon movie cameras?
I imagine that another model will join the ranks of the Z – Nikon movie camera will surely stop at ZR?
The ZR is a video equivalent first of the Z6 III, which is a complete model of mid -range frame. There would therefore be symmetry, if Nikon had to announce a Z9 flagship equivalent in its range of cinema cameras – one with a larger body and space to adapt to pro -grade connectivity and design keys.
For example, the ZR has an HDMI microphone, no actual size; A pro model could increase. If a larger model landed, I would also expect its memory cards to be accessible via a door on the side of the camera and not in the battery compartment as in the ZR. The doors of the battery are generally obstructed when a camera is mounted on a tripod, which makes the exchange of memory cards with the ZR a process with a tripod in play.
Personally, I would also like a double-axis tilt / var-angle screen. The ZR rival swing screen is shiny and large, but it only withdraws on the side – the screen cannot be tilted directly from the body. The A1 II / A9 III of Sony and the Panasonic Lumix S1 II, on the other hand, have such a screen.
I also expected that additional professional features are what precedes, but it would still take a sort of distinction between a future Nikon Z cinema of a pro-level level and the own Red models like the V-Raptor and Komodo to avoid the risk of cannibalization.
Nikon has not commented on any future camera equipment, but it is well increased that cinema goals are on the way. The way things are happening, Nikon / Red will sit comfortably alongside Sony and Canon, Panasonic and Blackmagic in the cinematographic space in no time, and probably at a more affordable price.
