SUMMARY
Nikon has officially teased its upcoming debut line of cinema lenses, with nine Z-mount lenses reportedly in development. The teaser video suggests features like focus gears for follow focus systems, dual metric and imperial distance markings, and a lockable T-stop aperture. Notably, an AF-to-MF toggle indicates autofocus capabilities, a feature increasingly relevant for smaller crews, though manual focus remains standard in larger productions. Questions remain about potential PL mount versions, release strategy (set vs. individual), and the lenses' rendering characteristics.
TAKEAWAYS
Nikon is developing its first dedicated line of cinema lenses for the Z mount.
The lineup is expected to include nine lenses with features like focus gears and T-stops.
Autofocus capability is indicated, alongside traditional manual focus features.
Questions persist regarding PL mount availability and the lenses' optical character.