- Firmware 2.0 to Nikon’s ZF Full-Frame Mirror Free is now available for download
- Adds a number of free improvements including detection of bird people to autofocus
- We called ZF a “Retro Delight” in our September 2023 -Review
Nikon has released his first major firmware update to Nikon ZF Full-frame mirror-free camera, added new features inherited from other models such as the Nikon Z9 flagship and Nikon Z6 III.
2.0 Firmware update initiates four main functions. The first is a new dedicated bird person recognition mode to autofocus. In the past, users trying to shoot birds should have to rely on ZF’s animals or auto modes, and the new state should tremendously improve the accuracy and speed of autofocus and tracking performance compared to these.
Although we do not think many dedicated wildlife photographers would have bought the retro style ZF with bird shooting that is prominent in their plans (it is more suitable for traveling or street photography, perhaps) is definitely a practical feature to have in its closet.
The other major upgrade is added to Nikon’s Hi-Res zoom video mode. Introduced with Nikon Z9, this mode is available when you record 1080p video, allowing users to zoom in with up to 2x on a topic digitally without loss of resolution -because a whole 1080p resolution department is still used in the image sensor. It is definitely an upgrade of standard, losing digital zoom.
A lift for manual focus users
Third, there is a treat for those who like to use manual focus lenses with their ZF: An improvement of focus enlargement function. Its maximum enlargement has increased to 400% from its previous 200% limit, and users can now remove it from the display or viewfinder with semi -pressure of the shutter button, allowing them to see the entire composition of their shot.
Those who use manual recording will now also be able to adjust ISO and exposure compensation using the command improvements and manually detect the opening setting when using a lens that usually does not communicate with ZF.
Finally, there is now support for Nikon Imaging Cloud, which means that ZF users will now be able to automatically upload images directly from the camera to the company’s cloud storage via Wi-Fi. It will even work with third -party cloud services such as Lightroom or Google Drive that pushes uploads directly and automatically to your preferred platform. In addition, Nikon Imaging Cloud can be used to keep firmware updated to the latest version and to access and download additional color profiles, including creator recipes.
2.0 Firmware update all sounds like a potential game-changing set of features for users of ZF, and it is available to download free right now from the Nikon website. Have you tried it yet? In that case, we are eager to know your thoughts in the comments below.
