I have been reporting for a while that the next Nikon announcement will be for a cinema camera with Z-mount and RED tech inside. The name of that model is rumored to be “Nikon Zr” or “Nikon ZR” (R for RED). This is what we know so far:
- Brick-shaped, video-oriented design, without pentaprism and EVF – a combination of the current RED models design, the Sony FX3, and the Nikon Z30
- Many features and tech from RED will be incorporated inside (not a new RED camera with Z-mount – we already got that)
- Z6 III sensor inside
- Very large LCD screen
- The official announcement is expected later this year, most likely in the third or fourth quarter of 2025
Previous coverage:
Nikon plans to incorporate RED’s video tech in its cameras in order to expand market share
Here are some rumors on what to expect from the Nikon acquisition of RED
Nikon filed for a “Z Cinema” trademark – is that the end of the RED brand?