With the ZR, each video can be up to 125 minutes in length. However, if the camera’s internal temperature exceeds a certain limit due to recording, the recording will stop.
The following are approximate maximum recording times for a single video.
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| Video file type | Frame size / frame rate | Ambient temperature
25℃/77°F | Ambient temperature
40℃/104°F |
| Auto temperature cutout | Auto temperature cutout |
| Standard | High | Standard | High |
| H.265 8-bit (MOV) | 1920 x 1080 / 59.94p | 125 min | 125 min | Approx. 45 min | 125 min |
| 3840 x 2160 / 29.97p | 125 min | 125 min | Approx. 30 min | 125 min |
| 3840 x 2160 / 59.94p | Approx. 40 min | 125 min | Approx. 10 min | Approx. 15 min |
| R3D NE 12-bit (R3D) | 6048 x 3402 / 29.97p | 125 min | 125 min | Approx. 30 min | 125 min |
| 6048 x 3402 / 59.94p | Approx. 45 min | 125 min | Approx. 15 min | Approx. 35 min |
● The values above are reference values measured under our test conditions:
• Recording was started when the camera’s internal temperature was equal to the ambient temperature.
• CFexpress Type B memory cards were used.
• Power was supplied via the USB connector.
• Wireless communication features such as Wi-Fi were disabled.
• "C" firmware version 1.01 was used.
● Recording times indicated are not guaranteed.
• Maximum recording times may vary depending on environmental conditions, the condition of the camera, the type of media card used, and other factors.
● Key points to maximize recording times
• Avoid high‑temperature areas, such as those exposed to direct sunlight, and select well‑ventilated areas.
• Allow the camera to cool down before starting the next recording.
• Record with the camera monitor open.
• Do not use connectivity features such as Wi-Fi or HDMI to connect to external devices.
• Select [High] for [Auto temperature cutout].
