Nikon Zr is coming

[ND64]

Nikon's own NRAW supports up to 20:1 compression ratio. But its very unlikely they do that. Its a h.265 All-I camera.

[Danyyyel]

Yes, it seems that Nikon has really decided to go entry level camera. I don't even know the market they are aiming at, because the z6iii or even Z5ii might have better internal video specs than the ZR because of the rumored SD/MicroSd cards in the Zr. Unless they are selling lower than 2000 USD, I can't see it selling that much. Nikon users like me already have better specked camera than what we know now about the Zr. And I can't see vloggers/content creators putting more than 2k in a camera. 

[eatstoomuchjam]

If somehow the "Red tech" is Redcode and the rumors are wrong and that it has a CF Express, this could be a big seller (and interesting to me).  But yeah, those things look increasingly unlikely.  Still, Nikon Raw to SD card could be compelling, depending on other features/specs/price.

The big question, really, is how much Nikon want to preserve Red as a "premium" brand vs trying to make Nikon a name that people associate with cinema/video.

[Danyyyel]

2 hours ago, eatstoomuchjam said:

If somehow the "Red tech" is Redcode and the rumors are wrong and that it has a CF Express, this could be a big seller (and interesting to me).  But yeah, those things look increasingly unlikely.  Still, Nikon Raw to SD card could be compelling, depending on other features/specs/price.

The big question, really, is how much Nikon want to preserve Red as a "premium" brand vs trying to make Nikon a name that people associate with cinema/video.

They can do both, or so I thought. I mean, I thought this camera would be the RED camera for Nikon users. That is the lower end of the Cinema cameras (FX3) that would fit in the budget and size for Nikon enthusiast and pros. And then as Sony, they could have a RED Komodo based on the Sony FX6 body style and specs etc. for more pro video level. They are 4.8 billions turnover company vs RED 160 millions. So they just need RED to be some kind of Brand for them as a serious video brands and don't even need RED to be profitable. With the new Raptor X global shutter, RED is scoring some of the biggest movies in Hollywood, like the latest Superman and Tron. 

[ND64]

Nikon defines pro/prosumer/consumer segments by sensor tech and range of physical controls. Maybe they don't see Z6III sensor belonging to pro segment. 

[mercer]

Updated specs from Nikon Runors...

Here are the latest/updated Nikon Zr cinema camera specifications:

24MP partially stacked sensor

Dynamic range: +15 stops (RED system)

Very large LCD screen: 4″ LCD screen, 3.07m dots, 1000nits

6K (intra-frame compression)

Many features and tech from RED will be incorporated inside

RED internal up to 6K 60p

N-Raw/Prores Raw/Prores 422hq

Smart hot shoe (for external EVF I assume, based on  the leaked pictures)

Image stabilization

1 CFexpress Type B and 1 microSD card slots

Dimensions: 133 x 80 x 48 mm

Weight: 540g

Pricing based on Euro conversions should be around $2,600-$3,750 – keep in mind that this range also includes some lens kit options

Brick-shaped, video-oriented design, without pentaprism and EVF – a combination of the current RED models design, the Sony FX3, and the Nikon Z30 (we already know that from the leaked pictures)

Announcement tonight around midnight EDT

https://nikonrumors.com/2025/09/09/nikon-zr-cinema-camera-specifications.aspx/

[mercer]

If the pricing is at the lower end, it would be a tempting purchase. As much as I have been enjoying my FP and GH6, both are nowhere to go systems for me. Not really interested in L Mount or m4/3 for the long haul.

I really enjoyed shooting with my borrowed R7 and was considering picking up an R50v with the goal to sell and save up for a C50 but since that lacks both IBIS AND internal NDs, it seems slightly overpriced for my needs.

I guess we'll see in a few hours about the ZR. So far, I like what I'm seeing. Lots of Raw and ProRes options and hopefully some form of RedCode.

[ND64]

What the F happened?

[eatstoomuchjam]

So it would be a camera with the Z6 III sensor, but a smaller body that includes Redcode for... the same price as the Z6 III?  Cool story, Nikon.  Cool story.

I'll be interested to see test results for it and would consider it once it's available used.