Category Archives: RED

Comparing the Nikon ZR camera with the RED Komodo X, V Raptor Z-mount models

Comparing the specifications of the new Nikon ZR camera ($2,196) with the RED Komodo X (6,995), V Raptor ($14,995) + X ($29,995) Z-mount models (click for larger view): Here is the detailed specifications comparison:

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But wait, there is more: RED announced a new Streamlined V-RAPTOR XE 8K cinema camera

A few hours before the introduction of the Nikon Zr, RED announced a new streamlined V-RAPTOR XE 8K cinema camera: Pre-orders: B&H Photo Additional information Product page Compare specs: 8K VV up to 60fps, 6K S35 up to 80fps, 4K up to 120fps, and 2K up to 240fps Unmatched low-light performance for capturing the unseen […]

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The Nikon Zr will be the next Z-mount camera with RED tech (R for RED)

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 […]

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RED to demonstrate cine solutions at the 2025 NAB show, including the latest Z-mount cameras, introduces RED Cine-Broadcast

The 2025 NAB show starts tomorrow in Las Vegas. RED (a Nikon company) will have its latest cine solutions on display, including the RED V-RAPTOR [X] and Komodo [X] cinema cameras with Z-mount and the new RED Cine-Broadcast:

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Nikon filed for a “Z Cinema” trademark – is that the end of the RED brand?

Nikon recently filed for a “Z Cinema” trademark: Could that be the end of the RED brand? Maybe they will use the new trademark for lenses only or the rumored Nikon Z cinema/video camera? A new Nikon Z video-oriented camera is rumored to be announced later this year (similar to the Sony FX3) Here is […]

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RED KOMODO RF mount camera price drop: now $2,995 ($2,000 off) + new firmware update

The RED KOMODO camera with RF mount now has a big $2,000 price drop (currently priced at $2,995). FYI: the new Z-mount KOMODO is priced at $6,995. I think it is safe to assume that RED will no longer announce cameras with RF mount. RED recently introduced new Nikon Z to PL lens mount adapters […]

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Nikon is making a push into the educational market for RED+Nikon Z video features and products

I was told that Nikon is making a huge push into the educational market for RED and new video features on Z cameras. They have hired educational reps to take on Sony and Canon in the film school space. If you have seen any signs of this, please contact me here. The first official step […]

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