Recording N-Log Video

Log recording uses light levels digitized via a log function. To enable log recording using Nikon’s unique “N-Log” log function, select [N-RAW 12-bit (NEV)], [ProRes RAW HQ 12-bit (MOV)], [ProRes 422 HQ 10-bit (MOV)], or [H.265 10-bit (MOV)] for [Video file type] in the video recording menu and choose [N-Log] as the tone mode. Choose N‑Log to preserve details in highlights and shadows and avoid over-saturated colors when recording videos.

n will appear in the shooting display.
The dynamic range for videos shot with [H.265 10-bit (MOV)] selected for [Video file type] and ISO sensitivity set as low as possible (ISO 800) is 12 stops (1300%).
N-Log recording is intended for footage that will be processed using color grading post-production. Color grading can be used to achieve multiple effects from a single sequence by processing it in different ways.
Compatible third-party software is required for color grading.
Applying N-Log 3D LUTs during color grading produces video that displays beautifully on monitors compatible with Rec. 709.
- N-Log 3D LUTs are available from the Nikon Download Center.
  
  https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

Cautions: N-Log Video

The lowest value available for the [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Maximum sensitivity] item in the video recording menu is ISO 1600.
The lowest value available for the [ISO sensitivity settings] > [ISO sensitivity (mode M)] item in the video recording menu is ISO 800.
ISO sensitivities of Hi 0.3 through Hi 2.0 are not available.
[Set Picture Control], [Active D-Lighting], [High ISO NR], [Skin softening], and [Portrait impression balance] are not available in the video recording menu.
The display in the monitor may flicker or appear grainy.
The camera may have trouble focusing using autofocus but this does not indicate a malfunction.

View Assist

You may find that the preview in the shooting display during N-Log recording lacks contrast. Selecting [ON] for Custom Setting g11 [View assist] simplifies colors for enhanced contrast.

p will appear in the shooting display.
Colors in the actual recorded footage are unaffected.
Contrast is also enhanced when N-Log footage is viewed on the camera.