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The Nikon ZR is a highly capable full-frame mirrorless cinema camera priced at $2,200, offering exceptional RAW video quality with RED's 12-bit RAW format, fast autofocus, in-body stabilization, and a large bright display, making it a strong competitor in the content creation market despite some drawbacks like mediocre battery life and lack of an EVF.
Blackmagic Design's new Camera ProDock accessory transforms the iPhone 17 Pro into a professional cinema camera with features like timecode, genlock, HDMI monitoring, and ProRes RAW recording, signaling a shift towards smartphones becoming viable tools for high-end filmmaking and virtual production.
Fujifilm announced the GFX Eterna 55, a high-end medium format cinema camera priced at $16,499.95, featuring a large sensor, extensive recording formats, multiple film simulations, and advanced connectivity options, with shipping expected in October 2025.
Canon announced the EOS C50, a compact full-frame cinema camera capable of 7K 60p RAW recording, with features like simultaneous crop recording for social media formats, professional audio inputs, and advanced autofocus, targeting both filmmakers and social media creators. It will be available in late 2025 for $3,899, alongside new lenses and updated compact cameras.
The Canon EOS R5 C has dropped to its lowest price on Amazon just before Canon's September 9 event, hinting at a possible new launch of the Canon Cinema EOS C50, which could replace or compete with the R5 C in the cinema camera market.
Sony announced the FX2, a versatile cinema camera with a 33MP full-frame sensor, tilting EVF, and advanced autofocus, targeting hybrid creators with features like 4K recording, RAW support, and a competitive price point of around $2,700 to $3,100, aiming to offer more than a typical video-focused camera.
Fujifilm has announced the development of its first cinema camera, the Fujifilm GFX Eterna, which will feature a 102MP medium format sensor. This marks the company's expansion into filmmaking, building on the success of its GFX system that revolutionized digital medium format photography. The camera is expected to be released as early as next year.
Fujifilm has announced the development of its first dedicated cinema camera, the FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA, set for release in 2025. The camera will feature a 102MP large-format sensor and advanced video capabilities, aiming to meet the growing demand for high-quality video production. It will include features like dual media slots, a multi-wheel dial, and a power zoom lens. Fujifilm plans to showcase a prototype at InterBEE 2024, continuing its legacy in the cinema industry.
Canon has announced the EOS C400, a new RF-mount cinema camera featuring a 6K Full Frame sensor, internal Cinema RAW Light recording, and triple base ISO. The compact design includes a 3.5" touchscreen LCD, multiple input/output ports, and advanced autofocus capabilities. Priced at $7,999, it will be available in September 2024.
Canon has unveiled the EOS C400, its first full-frame RF mount cinema camera, featuring 12-bit 6K 60p video, triple-base ISO, Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus II, and support for 180° VR video, marking a significant leap in its cinema camera lineup.
Canon has launched the EOS C400, a new 6K full-frame RF-mount cinema camera designed for film and live production. It features a back-illuminated stacked image sensor with triple-base ISO, extensive ports for expandability, and supports various recording modes including 6K at 60fps and 4K at 120fps. The camera will be available in September for $7,999, alongside a new PL-RF mount adapter.
Nikon's potential acquisition of RED Digital Cinema represents a seismic shift in the cinema camera space, potentially transforming Nikon into a major player in the digital cinema camera market. The acquisition could provide Nikon with access to RED's innovative technology, including proprietary RAW compression and image sensor expertise, while also addressing Nikon's lack of cinema-oriented lenses. This move has far-reaching consequences for the digital camera industry, potentially impacting Nikon's competitors like Sony and Canon.
Nikon Corporation has acquired RED digital cinema, a major player in the digital cinema camera industry known for its innovative 4K cameras. Founded in 2005 by Jim Jannard, RED quickly gained attention and became a staple in the film industry, with its cameras being used to film a significant portion of the top-grossing films shot on digital video in the U.S. Nikon's acquisition of RED is seen as a strategic move to strengthen its position in the industry and will be interesting to see how RED's innovation will be backed by Nikon's resources.
Nikon has acquired RED Digital Cinema, a major player in the cinema camera market, in a surprising move that marks the Japanese photography giant's entry into the professional filmmaking sector. The acquisition aims to combine Nikon's expertise in imaging and product development with RED's innovative prowess, promising to redefine the professional digital cinema camera market and push the boundaries of film and video production.
OCTOPUS CINEMA is teasing the release of the OCTOPUS16, a pocket-sized Super 16 cinema camera priced at under $1,000, aiming to compete with established brands like Blackmagic. The camera promises a true 16-bit sensor readout for 4K RAW recording, an overclocked Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4, internal recording to a CFexpress Type B Card, and interchangeable lens mount support. While specific details and release date are yet to be revealed, the company's focus on open platform cameras and affordability is generating excitement in the cinema camera space.