Category Archives: RED

The Nikon NRAW hack: change NEV file extension to R3D and get complete RED RAW control

If you rename a Nikon NEV file extension to R3D, it will be interpreted by Davinci Resolve as Red R3D files. This will unlock a whole different set of raw video editing features, such as chroma noise reduction and the ability to change white balance in post, similar to most other raw video formats. Until […]

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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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