Nikon just dropped the ZR, their smallest full-frame camera in the Z CINEMA series yet. Probably most suitable for indie filmmakers, this little beast leans heavily on RED’s color science and tech. Now, let’s dive in this article, which will discuss everything about the latest Nikon ZR, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.
Nikon ZR Overview
Display and Design
The ZR has a surprisingly large 4-inch monitor for its size, hence which makes it look like it belongs to a bigger rig than it actually does. At roughly 540 grams, it’s not even that heavy for handheld for long takes, but the display still pops with about 3070k dots and full DCI-P3 coverage. That short 16 mm flange focal distance also means you can mix and match lenses from different brands — though some adapters might limit certain features.
Performance and Workflow
Inside, the ZR packs Nikon’s EXPEED 7 engine, borrowed from the Z9, and uses AI-based subject tracking. According to Nikon, it can spot people, animals, or even small faces. The company also claims, that the heat management is impeccable with the fanless design (this might sound counter-intuitive, but in cameras, the body itself is engineered to passively manage heat), which lets you record up to 125 minutes without overheating. The LUT monitoring and Frame.io cloud transfer are built-in, so you can see your graded colors and push files directly to post without juggling cards and drives.
Camera and Audio
The ZR’s full-frame sensor is paired with a new R3D NE format, basically RED’s RAW codec tuned for Nikon. You get ISO 800 and 6400 bases and over 15 stops of dynamic range. The internal recording goes up to 6K/59.94p, and there’s a “Cinematic video” mode preset for that RED look. Audio-wise, it’s the world’s first camera to do 32-bit float recording from both built-in and external mics. Nokia’s OZO tech powers five pickup patterns — front, super directional, all directions, rear, and binaural stereo.
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Extra Quirks and Features
The ZR comes with a digital accessory shoe, which can power mics and tally lights directly. The camera’s body is dust- and drip-resistant, shutter angle is adjustable, and you can even use starscape presets inherited from the Z6III.
Nikon ZR Specifications
- Design & Build: Z CINEMA body, 16 mm flange focal distance, dust- and drip-resistant, ~540 g
- Display: 4.0-inch LCD, 3070k-dot, 1000 cd/m², 16:10, DCI-P3
- Processor & Imaging: EXPEED 7, AI autofocus, 5-axis stabilization
- Camera / Sensor: Full-frame, ISO 800/6400, 15+ stops dynamic range, R3D NE format, up to 6K/59.94p, Cinematic mode, Imaging Recipes
- Audio: 32-bit float, built-in and external mic, OZO Audio, five pickup patterns
- Connectivity: HDMI-CEC tally, USB power, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, digital accessory shoe
- Battery: Up to 125 min continuous recording, fanless design
- Software & Workflow: LUT monitoring, Frame.io Camera to Cloud, starscape preset
- Security: Nikon firmware protections
Nikon ZR Price in Nepal and Availability
Nikon ZR is just official in the US. If it ever makes to Nepal, we expect its price in Nepal to start at no less than NPR 399,999.
| Camera | Price in US (Official) | Price in Nepal (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Nikon ZR | USD 2,199 | NPR 399,999 |
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