Nikon Z Adds N-Log 3D LUT

2019.08.27

Nikon just announced that a 3D LUT table is now available for their Nikon Z7 and Z6 Full-Frame Mirrorless Digital Cameras.

Here was Nikon has to say about the new capabilities delivered today:

Log and LUT: Next Level Control in Post

While Nikon's legacy in color science delivers an appealing palette and tones, this free upgrade takes color control to the next level. For even more flexibility, the dedicated LUT available for Nikon's N-Log is compatible with the Rec. 709 color space and is available in several versions, allowing users to easily apply different looks to their content. This 3D LUT is a preset of RGB color values, used to transform the appearance of video footage in post-production color grading, and enables adjustment of brightness, saturation and hue. The Nikon Z 7 and Z 6's N-Log HDMI output is optimized for 10-bit recording, bringing out the image sensor's full dynamic range. It records rich gradation information in highlights and shadows to allow for more flexible color grading.

These new LUTs are available for download immediately for Nikon Z7 and Z6.

Also scheduled to arrive later is support for video output in ProRes RAW format. RAW video files provide the richest information, just like still image RAW data. By bringing even more flexibility to post-production color grading. This is a more complex update than the new 3D LUTs, so it will have to be made at a Nikon Service center. Users will be charged for this service.

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