Leitz announced new cinema lenses for Nikon Z-mount (user-interchangeable mount)

By [NR] admin | Published: September 10, 2025


Leitz released new Hektor T2.1 mirrorless cinema lenses for Nikon Z-mount (user-interchangeable mounts):

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Nikon ZR introductory offer at Foto Erhardt: get an instant €150 discount

By [NR] admin | Published: September 10, 2025


There is a Nikon ZR introductory offer at Foto Erhardt, where you can get an instant €150 discount:

Nikon ZR introductory offer – secure an instant €150 discount now!
To celebrate the launch of the new Nikon ZR, you’ll receive an instant €150 discount on specially assembled sets from September 10 to October 8, 2025. The discount applies to any set containing accessories valued at least €150 —automatically applied in your shopping cart. Take advantage of this opportunity and get started with your new Nikon ZR, including the power of accessories, at an even better price.

Here are the possible combinations:

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Nikon Zr cinema camera officially announced

By [NR] admin | Published: September 10, 2025


The previously rumored Nikon Zr cinema camera is now officially announced – it combines Nikon and RED video technology, including RED colour science and in-camera R3D NE recording. This compact camera features a 24.5MP partially stacked full-frame sensor, capable of recording 6K 60p RAW and 4K 120p capture. It offers 12-bit RAW in-camera with R3D NE, N-RAW, and ProRes RAW options, along with myriad pro-video specifications, including the world’s first in-camera 32-bit float audio. Pre-orders are now open at:

 

Nikon also announced a new ME-D10 shotgun microphone for ZR

New SmallRig cage kit for Nikon ZR released


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Nikon also announced a new ME-D10 shotgun microphone for ZR

By [NR] admin | Published: September 10, 2025



Nikon announced a new ME-D10 shotgun microphone for the ZR camera (previously reported here)


ME-D10 key features:

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New on Kickstarter: 3 Legged Thing quick-release camera strap system & SPINN.DESIGN ProWrapp weatherproof gear wrapper

By [NR] admin | Published: September 9, 2025



AXIS by 3 Legged Thing is a new, secure, quick-release camera strap system.



SPINN.DESIGN has a new fundraising project for a ProWrapp weatherproof gear wrapper: photo, travel, outdoor – protect your tech equipment with all-over hook & loop in seconds, secure, weatherproof, and space-saving.

Other projects still available on Kickstarter:

Via PhotoRumors

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

By [NR] admin | Published: September 9, 2025



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
    • Lens flexibility with RF Mount or Z Mount options
    • A compact 4 lb. body designed to adapt to any set or location
    • Shipping in October
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Here is the first Nikon Zr YouTube video review

By [NR] admin | Published: September 9, 2025


Here is the first Nikon Zr video review:

Updated Zr specs and details from the video:

  • No Open Gate Gate
  • No overheating
  • Great built quality
  • Small grip and thumb rest
  • Very small and compact
  • Photo/video selector on top
  • No cooling fans
  • HUGE LCD screen – great for vlogging
  • Micro HDMI
  • Nikon N-Log
  • RED RAW
  • RED color science “experience”
  • Price for camera body only: $2,100

Here are the previously reported specs:

  • 24MP partially stacked sensor
  • Dynamic range: +15 stops (RED system)
  • Very large LCD screen: 4″ LCD screen, 3.07m dots, 1000nits
  • 6K (intra-frame compression)
  • Many features and tech from RED will be incorporated inside
  • RED internal up to 6K 60p
  • N-Raw/Prores Raw/Prores 422hq
  • Smart hot shoe (for external EVF I assume, based on  the leaked pictures)
  • New mic available as an accessory for the hot show (priced around $300)
  • Image stabilization
  • 1 CFexpress Type B and 1 microSD card slots
  • Dimensions: 133 x 80 x 48 mm
  • Weight: 540g
  • Pricing based on Euro conversions should be around $2,600-$3,750 – keep in mind that this range also includes some lens kit options
  • Brick-shaped, video-oriented design, without pentaprism and EVF – a combination of the current RED models design, the Sony FX3, and the Nikon Z30 (we already know that from the leaked pictures)
  • Announcement tonight around midnight EDT
  • Pre-orders coming soon at: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt | Camera Canada
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