I’m in the middle of reviewing the Nikon ZR, and as I’m predominantly a stills photographer, I have a steep learning curve to get to grips with the videocentric features of this new Nikon camera. And while this Nikon x Red colab in some ways is similar to Nikon Z-series cameras that have gone before it, in other ways it’s very different. I need to figure out how to use shutter angles, zebra stripes, and video codecs.
Whenever I’ve managed to get my hands on a previous Nikon camera to play with – sorry, review – I’ve been able to delve straight in and hit the ground running, immediately comfortable with the familiar menu system and control layout. But hold on a minute: there’s no Menu button on the ZR… time to reach for the manual.
