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Cooke Optics has entered into a licence agreement with Nikon to bring Z-mount to Cooke’s mirrorless lens range.
Responding to strong demand from the cinematography community, Cooke has made Z-mounts available for both its SP3 and AP3 lens series.
Cooke introduced its acclaimed SP3 mirrorless prime lens series in September 2023, marking the company’s expansion into mirrorless lenses. Building on that success, Cooke launched the AP3 1.5x mirrorless anamorphic lens series in May 2026, increasing Cooke’s presence in the mirrorless market and making The Cooke Look accessible to a wider range of filmmakers.
The SP3 and AP3 feature user-interchangeable mounts, allowing owner-operators to easily switch to Z-mount for use with compatible Nikon Z series and RED cameras. Instructions for changing lens mounts are available for the SP3 and the AP3 on the Cooke website.
Customers purchasing eligible Cooke SP3 or AP3 lenses can claim a Z-mount as a complimentary second mount. Existing customers who have already claimed their free mount can purchase Z-mount as an additional accessory via approved SP3 and AP3 retailers. Full eligibility details and terms and conditions are available online.
Z-mounts will begin shipping in August 2026.
