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The new Nikon ZR offers professional-grade filmmaking in a compact form

 ·13 Nov 2025

Nikon is proud to introduce a new era of compact full-frame video performance.

The Nikon ZR is an excellent compact cinema camera that combines full-frame imaging power with RED Digital Cinema’s acclaimed colour science.

It is designed for filmmakers who want professional studio quality in a single, travel-ready 540g body – the lightest in the Nikon Z CINEMA series.

Despite its lightweight design, the Nikon ZR packs the performance of a professional production rig.

It offers internal 6K RAW recording and even 32-bit float audio recording via a 3.5mm mini pin jack.

Such features are unprecedented in a compact cinema camera – but for Nikon, breaking boundaries is nothing new.

Every shot, elevated

The ZR provides filmmakers with full creative control and an intuitive shooting experience thanks to Nikon’s dedicated Cinematic Video Mode.

This tool standardises shutter angle, frame rate, and colour tone for consistent output across all your shots.

These features ensure that every frame looks cinematic and professional – and having them in such a compact form factor is a game-changer.

Additional features enhance the filmmaking experience, too, such as various autofocus options, numerous supported video formats, and a bright 4-inch LCD display with colour balance and 15-level manual brightness controls.

Engineered for professional workflows

The Nikon ZR is built for modern production environments – both in-studio and in the field.  

Accordingly, it supports both HDMI and USB-C connectivity, which are commonly used in studio and field settings, respectively.

In these studio scenarios, you will also benefit from the camera’s efficient thermal design, which ensures quiet, reliable performance during extended recording sessions.

This helps professionals maintain their focus on the creative process without technical distractions or the need to remove noise in post-editing.

Therefore, whether you are a solo creator or a production house, the Nikon ZR has you covered with its rich feature set, modular design, and seamless integration into your existing workflow.

Audio innovation

Audio recording is another standout aspect of the Nikon ZR.

The headline feature is its built-in 32-bit float capture via the 3.5mm jack, which preserves incredible audio detail across a wide dynamic range.

In simple terms: you can record audio accurately and efficiently in every scenario you can think of.

When you combine this with the Nikon ZR’s cinematic visuals, it is clear that this is the ultimate do-it-all cinematic camera.

Click here to discover how the Nikon ZR redefines cinematic portability.

Learn more at the launch event

The South African launch event for the Nikon ZR will take place on 20 November – and you are invited.

Click here to attend the event – which will take place at Premium House in Grey Owl Village, Centurion.

You can expect live demos, exclusive previews, and exciting conversations with creators.

Step into the next era of visual storytelling with the Nikon ZR digital cinema camera.

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