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Cinematic

Redcode
Raw (R3D NE)

32-Bit Float
Audio

4" DCI-P3
Monitor

Imagine being able to capture professional footage anywhere, without the need for a large crew. Discover the ZR—insane full-frame image quality, class-leading built-in audio and unbeatable versatility. A groundbreaking compact 6K cinema camera for filmmakers at all levels.

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Redcode Raw (R3D NE)

Renowned RED color science, built-in. Full control over ISO, exposure and color in post.

32-bit Float Audio

Wide dynamic range audio recording in-camera.

Built-in Stabilization

Powerful built-in stabilization with any lens—up to 7.5 stops.1

High-quality Monitor

Built-in 4 inch Vari-angle DCI-P3 display with touch control.

Versatile Z Mount

Widest, shallowest full-frame mirrorless lens mount2 supports a vast selection of lenses.

Advanced Nikon Autofocus

9-subject detection autofocus, with automatic tracking of people, animals and vehicles—powered by deep learning.

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SnapBridge

± Wi-Fi Compatibility

This camera’s built-in Wi-Fi® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone®, iPad® or smart devices running on the Android™ operating system. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.

Using the SnapBridge App

System Requirements:

Android version 5.0 or later
iOS version 11 or later
A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Smart Ready/Low Energy) is required.

Updating to Version 2:

Images downloaded to the smart device with version 1.x will no longer be displayed in the Gallery after you upgrade to version 2, but can be viewed in the “Photos” app provided with the smart device.

Make sure your camera’s firmware is updated to the current version.

Compatible cameras:

Zr, Z9, Z8, Zf, Z7II/Z7, Z6III/Z6II/Z6, Z5II/Z5, Zfc, Z50II/Z50, Z30, D6, D780, D850, D500

As of SnapBridge version 2.9, Android users of the SnapBridge app will also have compatibility with these cameras:

D750, D7200, D7100, D5500, D5300, D3500, D3400, D3300, Df, J5, P900, AW130, S7000 and S3700

Compatible devices are those capable of acquiring location information and those that support BLE (iPhone® 5S or later, iPad® 5th Generation or later, iPhone X or later).

For compatibility and to download the application, please visit:

Download the SnapBridge app on the App Store Download on the App Store Download the SnapBridge app on Google Play Android App on Google Play

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OZO Audio uses Nokia technology.

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CFexpress is a trademark of the CompactFlash Association in the United States and other countries.

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1 Based on CIPA 2024 Standard. Yaw/Pitch/Roll performance when using the NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S (telephoto end, NORMAL mode).

2 According to Nikon research as of September 2025.

3 Footage shot in REDCODE (R3D NE) shares the same color space (REDWideGamutRGB) and Log curve (Log3G10) as RED cameras.

4 17-point, 33-point, 65-point LUTs are supported at frame rates of 24, 25, 30, and 60p. Any loaded LUT data is processed as a 17-point LUT within the camera.

5 Compatibility with F mount Nikkor lenses is supported via the optional FTZ II Mount Adapter, sold separately. When using non-Nikon adapters with third-party lenses, some functions may not be supported.

6 Listed frame rates are rounded from their true values to the nearest decimal.

7 When using H.265 8-bit (MOV) format, with auto temperature cutout set to [High], at 23°C, paired with a Nikon MC-CF660G memory card and an external power source.

Tech Specs

    • Camera Type
      Digital camera with support for interchangeable lenses
    • Sensor Type
      24.5 MP Full-Frame CMOS
    • Sensor Size
      35.9mm x 23.9mm
    • Dynamic Range
      15+ Stops
    • Mount Type
      Z Mount
    • Lens Compatibility
      Accepts FTZII Mount Adapter with F-mount lenses. Capable of supporting third-party lenses, however when using non-Nikon adapters with third-party lenses, some functions may not be supported.
    • Battery Type
      EN-EL15c, Compatible with external V Mount batteries via USB-C
    • Weight
      1.19 lbs (Without battery and cards)
    • Dimensions (LxWxD)
      133mm × 80.5mm × 48.7mm
    • Max Recording Time
      125 minutes
    • Media Primary
      CFexpress Type-B
    • Media Secondary
      Micro SD (UHS-I)
    • Monitor Size
      4
    • Monitor Color
      DCI-P3
    • Monitor Type
      Vari-angle LCD
    • Monitor Brightness
      1000 cd/m^2
    • I/O Power Data
      Type-C USB (USB 3.2)
    • I/O External Monitoring
      Type-D HDMI
    • I/O Audio Capture
      Line Input / Digital Hot Shoe
    • I/O Audio Monitoring
      3.5mm Headphone Jack
    • I/O Digital Accessory Shoe
      hot-shoe with sync and data contacts
    • I/O Tripod Socket
      1/4 inch
    • Codecs
      REDCODE RAW (R3D NE) / 12-bit
      NIKON N-RAW / 12-bit
      PRORES RAW HQ
      PRORESS 422 HQ
      H.265 / 10-bit / 8-bit
      H.264 / 8-bit
    • Audio Recording
      32-bit float
      24-bit
      5 Audio Pickup Patterns via Nokia OZO Audio, (Available in H.265, H.264)
    • Log Profiles
      RED Log3G10 (R3D NE)
      Nikon N-Log (N-RAW, PRORES RAW, PRORES 422, H.265)
    • ISO Sensitivity
      Dual Base ISO - RED Log3G10: 800 / 6400 (Dual Native ISO)
      Dual Base ISO - Nikon N-Log: 800 / 6400 (Dual Native ISO)
    • Color Management
      Load up to 10 LUTs. Supports 17-point, 33-point, 65-point LUTs. Compatible with 24, 25, 30, 60p Frame Rates.
    • Picture Controls
      Cloud Picture Controls by RED: CineBias, CineBias-T Cool Atmosphere, CineBias-C Crisp Teal Contrast, CineBias-CC Noir Vibes, CineBias-WC Grit & Glow, CineBias-TC Green Edge Experimental, CineBiasOffset, CineBias Achromic, CineBias BleachBypass.
    • Autofocus
      9 Autofocus Subject Detection Modes (People (eyes, face, head, upper body), Birds, Dogs, Cats, Cars, Motorcycles, Bicycles, Trains and Airplanes). Programable Autofocus Speed, Sensitivity and Position Recall
    • In-Body image stabilization
      Nikon Vibration Reduction with 7.5 Stops
    • Features
      Time-lapse video recording, electronic Vibration Reduction, time codes, REC lamp, N-Log and HDR (HLG) video, waveform display, red REC frame indicator, video recording display zoom (50%, 100%, 200%, and 400%), extended shutter speeds (modes S and M), and dual-format (proxy video) recording for RAW video; option to view video recording info available via i menu; breathing compensation, Hi-Res Zoom
    • Camera To Cloud
      Compatible with Adobe Frame.io via Nikon NX MobileAir app.
    • Megapixels
      24.5
    • Exposure Modes
      Auto Programmed auto with flexible program (P) Shutter-priority auto (S) Aperture-priority auto (A) Manual (M)
    • User Modes
      U1, U2, U3, and U4 (user setting mode)
    • File Formats
      NEF (RAW): JPEG: HEIF: Supports RAW + Secondary Format Capture
    • Shutter Speed Range
      Electronic shutter range: 1/16000 sec to 900 sec
    • Release Mode
      Single frame, continuous low-speed, continuous highspeed, continuous high-speed (extended), high-speed frame capture + with Pre-Release Capture, self-timer
    • Approximate Frame Advance Rate*
      Continuous low-speed: Approx. 1 – 7 fps
      Continuous high-speed: Approx. 16 fps
      Continuous high-speed (extended): Approx. 20 fps
      High-speed frame capture + (C15): Approx. 15 fps
      High-speed frame capture + (C30): Approx. 30 fps
      High-speed frame capture + (C60): Approx. 60 fps
      High-speed frame capture + (C120): Approx. 120 fps
      * Maximum frame advance rate as measured by inhouse tests.
    • ISO Range
      ISO 100 to 64000
    • White Balance
      Auto (3 types), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (3 types), flash, choose color temperature (2500–10,000 K), preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored), all with fine-tuning
    • Picture Controls
      Flexible Picture Control, Rich Tone Portrait, Deep Tone Monchrome, Flat Monochrome, Storage for custom Picture Controls, Selected Picture Control can be modified, Vivid, Standard, Portrait, Neutral, Monochrome, Landscape, Flat, Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon), Auto, Storage for Cloud Picture Controls.
    • Timelapse Mode
      Yes
    • Wi-Fi
      Yes
    • Bluetooth
      Yes
    • Connectivity
      Nikon SnapBridge App.
    • Camera to Cloud
      Nikon Imaging Cloud

    FRAME RATES: CODECS / RESOLUTION

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