Nikon has released firmware version 1.10 for the ZR, the full-frame camera in the Z Cinema series. The update introduces a significantly longer maximum recording time, expanded timecode support, and several improvements aimed primarily at professional filmmakers and documentary crews.
Key Improvements in Firmware 1.10
- Longer maximum recording time
The maximum recording time has been extended from 125 minutes to 360 minutes (6 hours). This makes the camera better suited to extended recordings such as interviews, events, and documentaries. - Timecode input via wired connection
Support for timecode input via the external microphone jack/line input makes it easier to synchronize video with audio recording equipment and other cameras. - RED-like filename structure
File names now follow a format similar to RED cameras, enabling more efficient data management, especially in multicamera productions. - Warning line for maximum brightness
When recording R3D NE video in Log3G10, a warning line can now appear in the histogram and waveform monitor when the maximum brightness level is reached, helping users set exposure more accurately. - Import more LUTs
The number of 3D LUTs that can be imported from a memory card has been increased from 10 to 50, giving users more choices for visual styles on location. - Adjustable camera-on light
The new option Camera-on lamp power saving allows the lamp to remain illuminated, so users can always see whether the camera is on—even when the monitor is closed. - R3D NE 12-bit in automatic mode
In AUTO mode, users can now select R3D NE 12-bit (R3D) as the file type, making cinematic video recording more accessible.
Firmware version 1.10 strengthens the Nikon ZR as a serious cinema camera for professional workflows, with clear benefits for long productions, multicamera sets, and on-set color management.
