Nikon ZR with Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens

The Nikon ZR is the most compact model in the Z Cinema series, featuring a full-frame sensor for outstanding image quality. Created in partnership with Red, a Nikon Corporation subsidiary, the ZR offers internal 6K Raw recording, Red's renowned colour science, and professional-grade audio-all within a lightweight, single-body kit designed for high-end cinematic production.

Compact Size, No Compromises

Weighing just 0.540 kg, the ZR is one of the lightest cinema cameras in its class. EngineeRed for on-the-go filmmaking, its dust-and-drip resistant magnesium alloy body delivers reliability in any setting, from the studio to the great outdoors.

Despite its small set-up, ZR is designed to replace bulky multi-component rigs with the following features:

Internal 6K Raw video capture (R3D NE, N-Raw, ProRes Raw HQ)

In-camera 32-bit float with 3.5mm jack audio recording with OZO Audio support

Dual Base ISO for optimised exposure control

Direct cloud uploads via Frame.io through NX MobileAir

Efficient heat dissipation, allowing 2h+ of silent, continuous recording without overheating

Built-in Cinematic Output

Designed to give filmmakers complete creative control right out of the box, Nikon ZR combines cinematic presets, colour flexibility, and advanced monitoring tools in one streamlined system. Its dedicated Cinematic Video Mode applies standardised shutter angle, frame rate, and colour tone settings for consistent, high-quality output. For stylised looks, users can select from nine Red-curated Imaging Recipes, which can be previewed in real time for immediate application.

Notwithstanding, the ZR can support recording in seven video formats, including 12-bit Raw for maximum tonal range and post-production flexibility, 6K/59.94p and 4K/119.98p 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 to its 4.0-inch LCD, allowing easy colour grading previews. The ZR also includes real-time waveform, histogram, and multi-colour zebra overlays, and with support for up to ten 65-point LUTs, alongside 17 and 33-point LUTs for accurate preview or baked-in colour. A configurable shutter angle range of 5.6° to 360° allows for true cinematic motion blur, while its deep-learning autofocus system with 273 AF points, 90% x 90% coverage, across nine categories, including people, animals, vehicles, and aircraft. Face detection is capable of recognising subjects as small as 3% of the frame, providing reliable focus even in wide compositions or fast-moving scenes.

Built for Live, Remote, and Multi-Cam Workflows

EngineeRed for modern productions, the ZR offers the connectivity, audio performance, and system versatility demanded by today's filmmakers, all in a complete, self-contained body.

Featuring a comprehensive HDMI and USB-C connectivity, HDMI-CEC tally light compatibility, and On Air / Previewindicators, making it an ideal choice for studio-based workflows, multi-camera environments, and even livestreaming.

The ZR's efficiency in dissipate heat enables silent operation during takes and supports extended recording without the risk of noise interference or mechanical failure, while its Z mount system ensures flexibility with a wide range of native lenses, while also supporting adapted third-party options for specialised needs.

On the audio front, the ZR includes the world's first native 32-bit float with 3.5mm jack recording, capturing a wide dynamic range without the risk of clipping, even with just the internal microphone. Its integrated OZO Audio system offers five pickup patterns, including voice-isolated and 360° modes, and pairs seamlessly with the optional ME-D10 shotgun microphone for broadcast-quality capture without batteries or XLR inputs.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens

Covering a useful range of focal lengths, the Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S is a versatile zoom, spanning wide-angle to portrait-length perspectives. Its constant f/4 maximum aperture maintains a consistent exposure throughout the zoom range and also helps to realise a more compact and lightweight alternative to an f/2.8 zoom. In regard to the optical design, a unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element, in addition to three aspherical elements, is used to help Reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom range in order to achieve high image sharpness and clarity. Both Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings have also been applied to control flare and ghosting for greater contrast and colour rendering in bright and backlit conditions.

Complementing the optics, a stepping motor provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override to suit both stills and video applications. A programmable control ring can be set for intuitive adjustment over a variety of camera and exposure settings. Additionally, the lens has a button-less retractable barrel to realise a more compact form factor when not in use.