Nikon confirmed the brand new Nikon ZR cinema digicam at IBC2025 and whereas on the present it confirmed that Z CINEMA lenses are being developed. Leitz additionally confirmed on the occasion its HEKTOR Z-mount cinema lenses…

The NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ, launched early this yr, was the primary signal that Nikon is severe about creating options for filmmakers underneath its personal identify. The not too long ago introduced Nikon ZR is the subsequent step in that path. However now, in an interview printed by Digital Digicam World, Nikon confirmed that it’s creating a whole line of Z CINEMA lenses to go together with the digicam… and additional Nikon fashions to be launched sooner or later.

Whereas the NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ is a hybrid lens with video as an vital element… and a great first answer for anybody shopping for the brand new Nikon ZR, the longer term Z CINEMA lenses might be designed for video. The Nikkor Cinema lenses, Nikon government Aihara Takashi instructed Digital Digicam World, are being developed after in depth analysis with RED, “to grasp the wants within the cinema {industry}.” It is going to take some time for the brand new merchandise to be formally introduced, however because of the synergy with RED it’s simple to see what’s coming subsequent.

The Nikon ZR is the primary cinema digicam with the Nikon identify and a Z mount, however the cooperation with RED already led to the introduction of the Purple Raptor X, Purple Komodo X and the brand new Purple Raptor XE, all with Z mount, which means the Z CINEMA line already has 4 cameras prepared to make use of the brand new lenses. New Nikon cinema cameras, which can in all probability keep the ZR identify (the “R” a transparent technique to consult with RED’s participation within the growth) will, little question, be part of the Nikon ZR.

The announcement of the launch of the brand new V-RAPTOR XE digital cinema digicam, which was launched on September 10, 2025, is one other signal of what’s coming. The brand new digicam retains RED’s industry-leading 8K giant format (VV) international shutter sensor discovered within the V-RAPTOR [X] sequence, making certain cinematic picture constancy, dynamic vary, and low-light efficiency that filmmakers around the globe belief. Nikon and RED affirm that they’ll meet a variety of wants in movie manufacturing with an in depth lineup of cinema-oriented merchandise underneath the Z CINEMA sequence.

The information recommend that there are some fascinating occasions forward. Nikon has already signed a Z-mount license settlement with Leitz, and the corporate had its personal Z-mount new lenses on show at IBC2025: the Leitz HEKTOR lenses, a sequence of six full body prime lenses that assist a number of codecs by means of user-interchangeable mirrorless mounts (E, L, RF, Z). The focal lengths are 18, 25, 35, 50, 73 and 100mm, all at T2.1. Every lens is absolutely guide with matched focus and iris ring spacing for fast lens adjustments. The 120° focus rotation makes them simple to work with by hand as nicely. The lenses are compact and light-weight with an 80mm diameter (all) and a 77mm screw-in filter thread (besides the 18mm). The 9-blade iris stays round by means of all stops to create a consistency within the out-of-focus areas.

Paving the best way for what’s subsequent, Z CINEMA has already launched its official Instagram account. By way of this platform, Nikon will present well timed updates on new merchandise, upcoming occasions, and different info of curiosity to filmmakers and content material creators. The corporate encourages all these within the newest developments from Z CINEMA to comply with the account and keep knowledgeable.