Good news for filmmakers and content creators. At Budgetcam you can now rent the Nikon ZR body. This compact full frame cinema camera is built for speed on set, an intuitive filmmaker UI, and a workflow that holds up even with small crews. Think internal recording at high resolution with generous frame rates, reliable autofocus with subject detection, and in body stabilization for steady handheld footage. Operation feels immediate and film focused, with quick access to shutter angle, audio, and exposure tools. In practice that means fewer menus and more focus on the shot.
Why pair it with the 35 mm f/1.2
The NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S fits seamlessly here. 35 mm feels natural and story driven. You can get close enough for emotion while keeping enough environment in frame for context. The fast aperture gives you room to play with depth and to work in challenging light without needing large lighting setups. The S Line build keeps the image clean, with high sharpness, pleasing microcontrast, and bokeh that gives interviews and portraits a cinematic glow. Autofocus remains fast and accurate, even when you move in close.
Who is this set for
Documentary makers who want to stay agile, branded content teams that need to move quickly, music video and short fiction crews chasing a cinematic look without large rigs, and solo shooters building a full shooting day around one compact body and a strong prime. The combination of the ZR and the 35 mm delivers a look that convinces right away while staying flexible across varied locations.
Practical rental tips
Plan ahead for media and data handling, because high quality demands fast cards or SSDs and a solid backup routine. Plan your power with extra batteries or a V mount solution. If you like to shoot wide open at f/1.2 in daylight, bring ND filters so you can keep exposure and shutter speed under control. And if a client is watching along, an external monitor helps with critical focus and quick reference.
Get started fast
Want to try the Nikon ZR with the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S on your next production? Reserve it now at Budgetcam. Our specialists are happy to advise on rigging, power, media, and additional lenses so you can shoot with confidence.
