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Nikon has announced 2.0 firmware for its full-frame ZF camera. The theme of the update camera adds a dedicated bird mode to autofocus, supports the company’s imaging cloud service and other reforms to join the company that will make shoots videos and use old, manual-focus lenses.
The company says that dedicated bird subject detection mode would be faster and more accurate to detect and track birds than auto or animal mode, especially in complex landscapes such as shooting in forests or mountains. While the ZF is likely to do not reach the camera when doing wildlife photography – its gripless retro design is better for small lenses – it is good that Nikon is providing this mode on camera, even though.
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The Nikon Imaging Cloud lets your camera automatically upload photos on the cloud and download the color mode “dishes”. Picture: Nikon |
Support for Nikon Imaging Cloud is also a good addition. This allows the camera to automatically upload images when connecting to the Wi-Fi network, rather than close your shots to need to connect it to your phone or computer. Additionally, you can automatically configure those imaging clouds to close those images, such as dropbox, Google Drive, Literoom and more. The service can also be used to sync additional color profiles in your camera-ZF can store nine-and automatically to keep your camera firmware up-to-date.
The 2.0 update also adds Nikon’s ‘Hi-Rease Zoom’ mode to the video, which allows you to apply a digital crop up to 2x up to 2x to the actual focal length of your lens during 1080p shooting. The company says it does not offer any harm in resolution, as the camera is still using the 1080p area of ​​the sensor. However, in other cameras Like Z9This feature enhances some loss of expansion, as you are no longer getting oversamplay video. Nevertheless, if you want to make your footage as you are zoom, you will have the option to do at least.
The final major change with updates rotates using the manual-focus lens. The company has improved the focus magnification facility, so that you can quickly push it out by pressing the shutter button so that you can actually see your entire creation before taking the picture. When you are using the display, the maximum magnification has increased from 200% to 400%. Now you can also assign ISO and exposure compensation in the command dial of the camera in manual shooting mode and manually record your aperture price if you are using a lens that does not communicate electronically with the camera.
It is not surprising that features such as hi-raz zoom, imaging cloud and bird subject detection are coming in ZF. Eventually, they are included in just-launched Z5ii, which uses a very similar internal. However, they like to see so soon, so users who bought more expensive ZF will not be jealous of the Z5II owners. This is another step to make the company’s lineup more harmonious, most of its latest-Je cameras are getting imaging clouds.
Press release:
Nikon releases upgraded firmware versions 2.00 Nikon zf full frame for mirrorless camera
Melville, NY (8 April, 2025) -Con Ink is pleased to announce the release of the firmware version 2.00 for Nikon ZF, its full-frame/FX-format mirrorless camera.
This is the first major firmware update for ZF since the launch and the next step in camera development, Nikon Z9 Flagship camera and full-frame mirrorless model, add new tasks inherited from Nikon Z6iii. The firmware version 2.00 also adds support to the Nikon Imaging Cloud, which enables automatic transfer of images to reach third-party cloud storage services, automated camera firmware updates and a wide range of creative imaging dishes.
The ZF now incorporates a dedicated (birds) the option of subject-address, which provides a more powerful identification and trekking performance to increase bird photography support. In addition, the Hi-Rs zoom function has been added, and the work has been expanded for maximum purpose when using the manual-focus lens.
The firmware version 2.00 shoots with a manual-focus lens, including vintage lenses, even more pleasant, with the ability to exit the display out of the unquired display by quickly pressing the shutter-relief button and a function, which allows users to record the aperture values ​​used during shooting.
Primary features of firmware version 2.00 for Nikon Zf:
- Support for Nikon Imaging Cloud enables more creative imaging expression
Nikon imaging cloud is accessible to Nikon’s cloud service through computer and smart devices. This hosts the color preset of imaging cuisine, both which are recommended by Nikon and are carefully prepared by installed creators. Nine dishes can be downloaded in ZF, allowing users to easily achieve the form and style of their favorite creators. The connection to Nikon Imaging Cloud also allows updating the camera firmware without the need for a computer or smart device. In addition, the advanced setup enables automated transfer of images captured for various third-party cloud storage services. When Zf is connected through Wi-Fi, it provides even more convenience to stored and share images captured with the camera. - The option of dedicated (bird) subject-address increases support for bird photography
a dedicated (Birds) The option of putting subject-address has been added. This provides better bird-detection and tracking performance (since (Auto) Or (Animal) Substance is selected. It also ensures sharp, more accurate detection and tracking of birds in various shooting scenarios, such as when in complex, high-opposite background frames such as Rocky Mountains or Jungle. ,Birds) The option satisfies the expectations of those who enjoy birds with greater capacity birds whether in flight, comfortably, or a unique shape or visual feature such as a long neck or vibrant colors. - HI-RS Zoom Function enables zooming even when a prime lens is used
With the firmware version 2.00, users can zoom from real focal length to double with no harm in the resolution in full-HD recording,This enables recording that uses the best rendering characteristics of prime lenses. 11 The selection at different zoom speed expands possibilities for imaging expression during video recording, giving users an accurate look and feels that they want. High-rase zoom function can also be assigned to FN ring or control ring on a lens. - More convenient tasks while shooting with manual focus lens
A new function has been added that allows users to get out of the aged performance by pressing the shutter-relief button, making the shoots more convenient with a manual focus. Additionally, in the live view display, the maximum magnification has been extended by the previous 200%, which provides more convenience when shooting pictures and other conditions, which requires more accurate focus. In addition, the exposure compensation and ISO sensitivity can now be assigned to the main or sub-command dial in manual shooting mode. A new function has also been added that allows users to manually record an aperture value to exf data when using non-CPU lenses. This enables them to review and appreciate the subtle differences in image results when shooting with various aperture values ​​on maximum aperture.
Nikon will continuously meet the needs of users through firmware updates that expand the functionality of their cameras.
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*AF-AREA Mode (Wide-Area AF (L)) is fixed. The focus point is not displayed. (Electronic VR) is fixed on (closed) in the video recording menu.
