Nikon is developing nine lenses in the NIKKOR Z CINEMA T1.9 VV series, announces software update

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Nikon Inc. announced the development of the NIKKOR Z CINEMA T1.9 VV series of cinema lenses, designed for the cinema, high-end productions, and creators, aiming to provide them with high-quality solutions. The series will be comprised of nine lenses, including the NIKKOR Z CINEMA 50mm T1.9 VV. In addition, this will be the first NIKKOR lens series to feature an image circle large enough to cover the V-RAPTOR [X] VV sensor, which is larger than a full frame sensor. The lenses will also feature a highly precise autofocus mechanism to support creators’ workflows.

Nikon also announced the development of firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon ZR (released in October 2025), a full-frame sensor camera in the Z CINEMA series. Firmware version 2.00 is scheduled for release in 2026. The following features are planned:

  • Support for Log3G10 and REDWideGamutRGB when recording in H.265 format, delivering compact file sizes with high color-grading latitude.
  • A new option for selecting the level of [High ISO NR] available during H.265 Log recording, enabling image rendering tailored to the creator’s intent and the tone of the work.
  • Support for focus peaking display during recording in the R3D NE* format, enabling more precise focus confirmation.

Nikon is also developing new firmware to support frequently requested features, including open gate recording and a desqueeze display for use with anamorphic lenses, with the goal of incorporating them in ZR firmware in 2027.

Additionally, RED is updating its remote-control applications, RED CONTROL and RED CONTROL PRO which will enable remote control capabilities for ZR.

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Gary Pageau is principal of InfoCircle LLC, continuing his marketing communications career. InfoCircle LLC is a marketing and communications consulting firm, specializing in business-to-business markets. For nearly 25 years, he was with PMA International, serving most recently as Publisher, Content Development and Strategic Initiatives. His primary responsibilities included overseeing the Association’s editorial department, marketing research unit, education and corporate relations department.