Melville, NY—Nikon Inc. announced the Nikon 8 Days with Z 8 challenge. Moreover, the unique initiative aims to highlight the cinematic capabilities of the Nikon Z 8 camera. It will also spotlight a diverse group of visual storytellers as they push the limits of their creativity. Nikon will release exclusive content on its YouTube channel as well as participating creators’ channels.
“We are thrilled to showcase the incredible short films these creators made that embody authenticity, creativity and visual storytelling,” said Naoki Onozato, president and CEO of Nikon Inc. “At Nikon, we are committed to empowering creators and providing them with the tools they need to bring their visions to life, such as the Nikon Z 8. We look forward to witnessing the incredible stories that will unfold.”
Nikon 8 Days with Z 8 Challenge
Nikon has invited eight talented filmmakers, DPs, videographers as well as content creators to join the Z 8 challenge. Each creator was asked to ideate, produce, edit as well as submit a video in eight days inspired by one word: Authenticity.
What’s more, Nikon is encouraging participating creators to bring their vision to life, showcasing their unique style and approach to storytelling. To tell their stories, creators will use the Nikon Z 8. The full-frame mirrorless camera offers advanced features like 8K 60p internal RAW video recording. It also features a 45.7-megapixel BSI stacked sensor, as well as support for Nikon’s latest Nikkor Z lenses.
Each week throughout March and April, Nikon will release a new creator film exclusively on the brand’s YouTube channel. The participating creators will also share behind-the-scenes content. As a result, viewers will get an inside look into their take on the challenge and their creative process. 
Each with their own unique point of view, Nikon selected participants based on their talent and commitment to creating content. The participants are Ambria Cornelius, Desire Lacap, Cam Mackey, Cassidy Lynne, Joyce Charat, Jesus Presinal, Julian Bell as well as Natalie Lynn. To keep up with the challenge, follow Nikon USA on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.
Further, to check out content from the challenge, you can also follow along as Nikon updates the playlist on NikonUSA’s YouTube channel as the short films premiere each week.
