| Nikon continues to add features to the Z9. |
Nikon’s latest firmware update for the Z9 is all about video, introducing the ability to set the shutter angle instead of the shutter speed among other improvements.
Shutter angle is important for pro videographers who frequently change recording framerates, as the shutter angle will remain constant. For example, if you were recording at 24fps and switched to 60fps, and your camera only supported setting the shutter speed, you would need to change your shutter speed from 1/48 sec to 1/48 sec to ensure the desired effect. Have to remember to change to /120 seconds. Motion blur was consistent. However, if your camera supports shutter angle, you can leave it at 180° shutter, and it will automatically double the shutter speed along with the frame rate.
Nikon says the Z9 will support 15 shutter angles between 5.6° (which will result in almost no motion blur) and 360° (which will result in the maximum amount of motion blur). You’ll be able to set this only in manual shooting mode.
Nikon also says the v5.10 update will let you change the color of the Z9’s zebra pattern, and customize the transparency and position of the histogram and waveform displays.
Press release:
Nikon has released upgraded firmware version 5.10 for the Nikon Z9 full-frame mirrorless camera
Latest free firmware update adds shutter angle and other enhancements to increase appeal for filmmakers
Melville, NY (December 16, 2024) -Nikon is pleased to announce the release of firmware version 5.10 for its flagship full-frame/FX-format mirrorless camera, the Nikon Z9 (released in December 2021).
Z9 firmware version 5.10 adds features that meet the needs of professional-level video recording. A new one (Shutter Mode) has been added, which allows the user to set the shutter angle to one of 15 steps between 5.6° and 360°., This eliminates the need to select the shutter speed whenever the frame rate is adjusted, allowing users to always achieve optimal motion blur at the desired frame rate.
Additionally, users can now change the color of the zebra pattern display, as well as customize the transparency and display position of brightness information displays such as histogram and waveform monitors along with their size. These capabilities were included to make video recording easier by allowing the user to confirm proper exposure even when recording high-contrast scenes.
Nikon will meet the needs of users through frequent firmware updates that expand the functionality of its cameras.
*Shutter angle can be specified only in (M) shooting mode.
