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On January 27, 2026, Nikon Imaging Korea announced a firmware update (version 1.10) for the full-frame cinema camera ZR, which significantly enhances long-duration shooting environments and on-site production convenience. This follows Nikon India's official launch of the ZR on September 10, 2025, describing it as the smallest model in the Z CINEMA series and noting its development in collaboration with RED Digital Cinema Inc., a Nikon Corporation subsidiary. The ZR offers high-end cinematic videos with internal 6K RAW recording, RED-curated color science using the R3D NE video codec, and pro-level audio. Earlier the same day, Nikon Corporation globally released the ZR, highlighting its design for high-end productions and creators by combining technologies from both companies. Previously, on May 31, 2025, RED showcased the V-RAPTOR [X] and KOMODO-X Z Mount cameras for the first time at Cine Gear Expo, alongside panels featuring cinematographers and industry innovators. On April 8, 2025, RED collaborated with TBS ACT in Tokyo, Japan, on a Broadcast Color Pipeline now featured on RED's V-RAPTOR and V-RAPTOR XL family of cameras, compatible with RED's new Cine-Broadcast Module.
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