Updated 11-04-2026: With yet another Z9 firmware release (ver 5.33), I thought I would put together a comprehensive guide to all of the Z9 updates to date. This also serves as a historical record of how far the Z9 has come starting with its firmware at birth with version 1.00 (updates listed in reverse order, from newest to oldest below). When you see all of the changes over the years, it’s amazing that this camera functioned at all upon release!

To help with navigation between updates, each version is separated by a photo and the title of the update appears in gold letters.

Changes from “C” Firmware Version 5.32 to 5.33

•  Fixed an issue that would cause the camera to stop responding with some lenses.

Firmware Version 5.31 to 5.32:

• Changed the way the aperture was adjusted on a lens when the standby timer expired.

• Fixed an issue where the camera would sometimes stop responding if a picture was zoomed in during filtered playback while FTP upload was in progress.

Firmware Version 5.30 to 5.31:

• Fixed an issue where the focus point would sometimes leave the subject immediately after tracking started when [AF-area mode] was set to [3D-tracking] in photo mode or to [Subject-tracking AF] in video mode.

Firmware Version 5.20 to 5.30:

Note: Due to the addition of new menu items, some Custom Settings menu items have been renumbered.

■ Still Photography

• • Subject detection is now available when [Single-point AF], [Dynamic-area AF (S)], [Dynamic-area AF (M)], or [Dynamic-area AF (L)] is selected for [AF-area mode].

• • Extended the dimensions of focus areas available with [Wide-area AF (C1)] and [Wide-area AF (C2)] AF-area modes.

• • Added [Flat Monochrome] and [Deep Tone Monochrome] Picture Controls. Also added support for “Flexible Color” Picture Controls.

• • Added [Reset focus after shooting] to [Auto capture]. Also added [Face] to subject detection type options.

■ Video Recording

• • Subject detection is now available when [Single-point AF] is selected for [AF-area mode].

• • Extended the dimensions of focus areas available with [Wide-area AF (C1)] and [Wide-area AF (C2)] AF-area modes.

• • Added [Flat Monochrome] and [Deep Tone Monochrome] Picture Controls. Also added support for “Flexible Color” Picture Controls.

• • Added [Reset focus after shooting] to [Auto capture]. Also added [Face] to subject detection type options.

• • Selecting [ON] for [Hi-Res Zoom] in the [VIDEO RECORDING MENU] now displays a focus point on the detected subject in the shooting display.

■ Playback

• • Added [Date] to [Filtered playback criteria] in playback menu and playback “i” menu.

• • Added [Loop playback] in the video playback “i” menu.

• • Added [Auto-rotate during playback] to the playback menu.

■ Controls

• • Added an [Active subject detection options] item to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in positions of a10 and g6.

• • The a14 [Max. aperture Lv during MF] item is now a15 [Maximum aperture Lv] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

• • Added a [Focus limiter setting] item to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in position of a17.

• • [Focus limiter] and [Cycle subject detection options] are added to the roles assignable via f2 [Custom controls (shooting)] and g2 [Custom controls] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] and separate settings can now be saved to [Recall shooting functions] and [Recall shooting functions (hold)]. In addition, a magnification option of [400%] has been added to [Zoom on/off].

• • Added [Jump to the source image] as an assignable role to f3 [Custom controls (playback)] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

• • Added a [Cycle image area using built-in TC] item to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in position of f11.

■ Network

• • You can now add descriptive text to existing network profiles using [Connect to FTP server] in [NETWORK MENU].

• • Added [Sync date and time with NTP server] to [Connect to FTP server] > [Options] in [NETWORK MENU].

• • Added [Overwrite copyright info] to [Connect to other cameras] in the [NETWORK MENU].

• • The master camera can now detect and connect to remote cameras on the same network.

• • Added [USB streaming (UVC/UAC)] to [USB] in the [NETWORK MENU].

■ Other Changes

• • Made improvements to the autofocus operation and its reliability including subject acquisition during still photography.

• • Direct measurement of white balance is now available also for still photography via applications, such as NX Tether.

• • Voice memo recording is now available with external microphones.

• • Changed the specifications for uninterrupted video output to HDMI devices such as external monitors when recording ended.

• • The headphone volume level can now be adjusted in the “i” menu during video recording.

• • Videos no longer rotate automatically with the camera when [Auto-rotate pictures] is set to [ON] in the [PLAYBACK MENU].

• • Added [Flat Monochrome] and [Deep Tone Monochrome] Picture Control options to [RAW processing (current picture)] / [RAW processing (multiple pictures)] in the [Retouch] menu. Also added support for “Flexible Color” Picture Controls.

• • The speed at which the camera cycles through focus points using the multi selector or sub-selector no longer slows down when changing direction.

• • The tonal characteristics have been changed when [ON] is selected for Custom Setting g14 [View assist] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

• • Fixed typos in the monitor display when pressing a control to which [Shooting menu bank] had been assigned using Custom Setting g2 [Custom controls] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] while either [Histogram] or [Wave-form monitor] was displayed during video recording.

Nikon Z9 firmware 5.3

Firmware Version 5.10 to 5.20

• Added support for “NX Field*”, a remote shooting system for corporate users.
* Visit the “NPS” website for overview and user’s manual of NX Field.
Note: “NX Field” app for smart devices may not be available in some countries and regions.

• Renamed d14 [Display on during burst] in [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

• Fixed the following issues:

  • - Pressing the playback button after repeatedly shooting bursts would in rare cases corrupt the display of all images.

  • - In rare circumstances, optimal exposure could not be achieved during burst shooting after changing the exposure in mode M.

  • - In synchronized release, pressing the shutter-release button of the master camera halfway initiated autofocus on the remote camera with the following setting selected.

    • ▸ [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] > a6 [AF activation] > [AF-ON only]

Firmware Version 5.00 to 5.10

■ Video Recording

• • Hi-Res Zoom is now available when the image area is set to “DX”.

• • Added a [Power/Hi-Res Zoom collab]* item to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in position of g10.

• • Added a [Shutter mode] item to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in position of g13.

• • Added [Zebra pattern color] to g15 [Zebra pattern] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

• • Added options for customizing the brightness information display to g18 [Brightness information display] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

* This feature may be available with NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ lenses (as of November 2024).

■ Controls

• • Added [Save and load power zoom position]* to f2 [Custom controls (shooting)] and g2 [Custom controls] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

• • Added a [Zoom ring control (PZ lens)]* item to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in position of f10.

• • Custom Settings f12 and g9 in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] is now [Assign power zoom]. In addition, [Power zoom speed] has been divided into two items: [Power zoom speed (zoom buttons)] and [Power zoom speed (zoom switch)]*.

• • The following items can now be saved and loaded using [Save/load menu settings] in the [SETUP MENU]:

  • - [Location data (built-in)] > [Record location data] in the setup menu

  • - [Retouch] > [Customize retouch options] in the playback “i” menu (from “C” firmware version 5.00).

* This feature may be available with NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ lenses (as of November 2024).

■ Other Changes

• • Added [Power zoom speed (zoom buttons)] to the roles assignable to the “i” menu via [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] > f1 and g1 [Customize <i> menu].

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - The camera would sometimes stop responding if the [C30] high-speed frame capture + option was selected for [Release mode] and the shutter-release button was pressed halfway shortly after zooming in the monitor shooting display (live view).

  • - Pressing the AF-ON button did not end the zoomed-in display in manual focus when:

    • ▸ The AF-ON button was set to either [AF-ON] or [AF-area mode + AF-ON], and

    • ▸ [ON] was selected for d19 or g17 [Half-press to cancel zoom (MF)] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

  • - The viewfinder and monitor shooting displays (live view) sometimes caused overexposures when the standby timer had expired and reactivated.

  • - In rare circumstances, photos would be overexposed when taken using [Recall shooting functions (hold)] assigned to a custom control.

  • - Buffer capacity sometimes dropped with some CFexpress memory cards.

  • - In rare circumstances, the camera would stop responding or the viewfinder and monitor shooting displays (live view) would be corrupted after burst photography when:

    • ▸ [ON] was selected for [Photo flicker reduction] in [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

  • - RAW videos recorded under the following conditions would appear too bright when played back with compatible computer software.

    • ▸ Either [N-RAW 12-bit (NEV)] or [ProRes RAW HQ 12-bit (MOV)] was selected for [Video file type] and [SDR] for [Tone mode].

    • ▸ ISO 100 or below was selected for [ISO sensitivity settings].

  • - In slow network speed environments, the camera would be slower to respond when zoomed in or out on photos while uploading to the FTP server if:

    • ▸ [ON] was selected for [Connect to FTP server] > [Options] > [Auto upload] in [NETWORK MENU], or

    • ▸ An option other than [Off] was selected for [Connect to FTP server] > [Options] > [Upload in HEIF format] in [NETWORK MENU].

Firmware Version 4.10 to 5.00

Note: Users of the following software will need to update to the latest versions.

• • Camera Control Pro 2 version 2.37.0 or later, NX Studio version 1.6.1 or later, and SnapBridge version 2.11.0 or later.

Note: The changes listed below under “Still Photography”, “Video Recording”, “Playback”, “Controls”, “Displays”, and “Network” are detailed in the Supplementary Firmware Update Manual.

Note: Due to the addition of new menu items, some Custom Settings menu items have been renumbered.

■ Still Photography

• • Added and changed the following functions to [Auto capture] in [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

  • - Date and time to start auto capture can now be configured in advance

  • - Added [DX (24×16)] to image area options

  • - Added [Airplanes] to subject detection type options

  • - Auto capture is now available with camera’s manual focus settings

  • - The appearance and some item names in the settings display have been changed

  • - The detection range available for [Advanced: Distance] has been extended

• • Added a [C15] high-speed frame capture + release mode option.

• • Added frequency setting mode to [High-frequency flicker reduction] in [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] that allows frequency presets to be configured.

• • Added [Rich Tone Portrait] to [Set Picture Control].

• • Added [Portrait impression balance] to [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

• • Added [Skin softening] to [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

• • Added [High ISO NR mode] in [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] that allows to select a noise reduction processing mode.

• • New image quality options available for high-speed frame capture + shooting with [Image quality settings] > [Image quality (HSFC)] in [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

• • Live view display zoom is now up to 400%.

• • The Profoto A10’s continuous LED light can now be used as an AF-assist illuminator.
  Note: The firmware update is needed for Profoto A10. See Profoto’s corporate website for details.

■ Video Recording

• • Added and changed the following functions to [Auto capture] in [VIDEO RECORDING MENU].

  • - Date and time to start auto capture can now be configured in advance

  • - Added [DX] to image area options

  • - Added [Airplanes] to subject detection type options

  • - Auto capture is now available with camera’s manual focus settings

  • - The appearance and some item names in the settings display have been changed

  • - The detection range available for [Advanced: Distance] has been extended

• • Added [Rich Tone Portrait] to Picture Controls.

• • Added [Portrait impression balance] to [VIDEO RECORDING MENU].

• • Added [Skin softening] to [VIDEO RECORDING MENU].

• • Added and changed the following functions to [Hi-Res Zoom] in [VIDEO RECORDING MENU].

  • - The color of the in-focus AF-area brackets shown on the shooting display when Hi-Res Zoom is enabled has been changed.

  • - Hi-Res Zoom operations can now be performed using the sub-selector.

• • Live view display zoom is now up to 400%.

• • Added a function to include file names used in the camera when recording videos to an external recorder that supports file name transmission via HDMI. The following Atomos external recorders support this function (as of March 2024).

  • - Ninja V *

  • - Ninja V+ *

  • - Ninja (2023 models)

  • - Ninja Ultra

  • - Shogun (2023 models)

  • - Shogun Ultra

  • - Shogun Connect *

  * Some recorders may require an ATOMOS OS upgrade or paid activation of the recorder. Contact ATOMOS for details.

■ Playback

• • Added [Playback speed] in the video playback “i” menu.

• • Added [Customize retouch options] to [Retouch] in the playback “i” menu.

• • Added [Auto image rotation] in the playback menu.

• • Added [Auto series playback options] to [Series playback] in the playback menu.

• • Scrolling through pictures now keeps current orientation even if the camera is rotated.

• • The current playback speed is now displayed in the playback display while viewing a video full frame.

• • Added [4608×3072; 14.2 M] to [Retouch] > [Resize] in the playback “i” menu when RAW images are displayed.

■ Controls

• • Added to the custom controls and roles assignable via the following items in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

  • - f1 and g1[Customize <i> menu]

  • - f2[Custom controls (shooting)] and g2[Custom controls]

  • - f3[Custom controls (playback)]

     Choose [Prefer focus point (face priority)] for f3 [Custom controls (playback)] > [Main command dial] or [Sub-command dial] > [Frame advance zoom position].
  The settings for f3 [Custom controls (playback)] > [Main command dial] or [Sub-command dial] > [Frame advance] can now be applied while scrolling through pictures during playback zoom.
  Monitor mode selection can now be assigned to Protect/Fn4, and Audio buttons.

• • Shooting modes now can be selected in photo and video mode individually.
  Note: The shooting modes in all shooting banks “A” through “D” are set to P right after the firmware is updated.

• • Added [Focus point border width] to a11 [Focus point display] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

• • Added a [Max. aperture Lv during MF] item to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in position of a14.

• • Added [Half-press to cancel zoom (MF)] items to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in positions d19 and g17.

• • White balance and exposure compensation can now be adjusted while shooting function settings are recalled with button press (hold).

• • Changes have been made to how a full format is performed with [Format memory card] in the [SETUP MENU].

■ Displays

• • Changed the position where the memory card high-temperature warning is displayed in video mode.

■ Network

• • A warning now appears when the connection to an ATOMOS AirGlu BT accessory is unstable or disrupted.

• • Added [Wi-Fi connection (STA mode)] which allows you to connect the camera to the smart device via a wireless LAN access point.

• • Port numbers can now be specified using [Connect to FTP server] in [NETWORK MENU].

• • Added [Upload in HEIF format] to [Connect to FTP server] > [Options] in [NETWORK MENU].
  Note: Converted HEIF images are not stored on the memory card.

• • ATOMOS AirGlu BT accessories and MC-N10 remote grips can now be used together.

• • Automatically obtained IP address will be maintained after automatic IP addressing disabled.

• • Automatically obtained gateway/DNS server addresses are now displayed in the TCP/IP edit display.

• • File names of the image and audio now match if the file name of the image is renamed during transfer.

• • Changed the default values for the following settings displayed when connecting wirelessly:

  • - Encryption keys

  • - The password displayed after the camera's default settings are restored

■ Other Changes

• • When [AF-area mode] is set to [3D-tracking] and the human subject is large relative to the frame and multiple eyes are detected near the tracking focus point, the camera will assign priority for focusing to the eye closer to the point.

• • The time the shooting display goes dark after shutter is released when [ON] is selected for [Photo flicker reduction] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] has become shorter.

• • The RGB histogram is now easier to view when [Mode 1] or [Mode 2] is selected for d12 [Warm display colors] in [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

• • [SETUP MENU] > [Firmware version] now shows GNSS module firmware “G”.

• • GNSS module firmware update is now available.
  Note: The second update is not necessary if the GNSS module's firmware “G” is already 0.17, as with which version, the improvement has already been made.
  Note: Refer to “GNSS Module Firmware Update” for updating procedures.

• • The firmware for the GNSS module has been updated.

  • - Improved acquisition performance when used in certain areas where the quasi-zenith satellite “QZSS” can be acquired.

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - Fine-tuning values set in [AF fine-tuning options] in the setup menu did not apply while the subject is detected with [Wide-area AF (S)], [Wide-area AF (L)], [Wide-area AF (C1)], or [Wide-area AF (C2)] selected for [AF-area mode].

  • - Switching to the playback display and attempting to operate the sub-selector did not result as intended while the memory card access lamp was lit after burst shooting when [Series playback] > [Sub-selector displays first shot] in [PLAYBACK MENU] was enabled.

  • - Optimal exposure could sometimes not be achieved in burst or focus shift shooting.

  • - Shutter release was sometimes disabled when “Bulb” was selected for shutter speed.

  • - Subjects could sometimes not be detected in the correct position when repeatedly shooting airplanes.

Firmware Version 4.01 to 4.10

• • Added [Birds] and [Airplanes] to [AF subject detection options] in the photo shooting and video recording menus.

Firmware Version 4.00 to 4.01

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - The camera would in rare circumstances stop responding or fail to record a video correctly if an attempt for video recording took place after the standby timer had expired then reactivated with [Frame size/frame rate] set to 1920 × 1080 in the VIDEO RECORDING MENU.

  • - The [Choose image area] and [Switch FX/DX] roles assigned to camera controls were disabled when a slow-motion video option was selected.

  • - The first shot in burst photography would sometimes fail to acquire appropriate white balance when [Auto] or [Natural light auto] was selected for white balance.

  • - If shooting continued while [ON] was selected for [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] > [Photo flicker reduction], the photo live view display would be partially disrupted.

Firmware Version 3.10 to 4.00

Note: Users of the following software will need to update to the latest versions.

• • Camera Control Pro 2 version 2.36.0 or later, IPTC Preset Manager version 1.3.0 or later, NX Studio version 1.4.0 or later, NX MobileAir version 1.2 or later (Android edition), NX Field version 1.4 or later

Note: The changes listed below under “Still Photography”, “Video Recording”, “Playback”, “Controls”, “Displays”, and “Network (Also NX Field)” are detailed in the Supplementary Firmware Update Manual.

Note: Due to the addition of new menu items, some Custom Settings menu items have been renumbered.

■ Still Photography

• • Added [Auto capture] to the photo shooting menu. Users can select capture criteria from [Motion] (the direction the subject is moving), [Distance] (how far the subject is from the camera), and [Subject detection] (whether or not a subject of a given type is detected), and the camera will take photographs automatically while it detects subjects that meet the selected criteria. Note that [Distance] is available with NIKKOR Z lenses and may not function as expected when used with other lenses.

• • The length of time the camera will continue to buffer frames before cancelling shooting during the Pre-Release Capture phase of high-speed frame capture has been increased from 30 to 300 seconds.

• • Added [Large] to the size options available for [Role played by card in Slot 2] > [JPEG Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2] in the photo shooting menu.

• • Added new bracketing increments for use during auto bracketing with [AE & flash bracketing], [AE bracketing], or [Flash bracketing] selected for [Auto bracketing set]. This change also applies to [Interval timer shooting] > [Options] > [AE bracketing] > [Increment].

■ Video Recording

• • Added [Auto capture] to the video recording menu. Users can select capture criteria from [Motion] (the direction the subject is moving), [Distance] (how far the subject is from the camera), and [Subject detection] (whether or not a subject of a given type is detected), and the camera will record video automatically while it detects subjects that meet the selected criteria. Note that [Distance] is available with NIKKOR Z lenses and may not function as expected when used with other lenses.

• • Added low ISO sensitivity options to [ISO sensitivity settings] > [ISO sensitivity (mode M)] for use during N-Log video recording.

• • Changed the range of speeds available for Hi-Res Zoom.

• • Added slow-motion video recording.

■ Playback

• • Made changes to the [Select for upload to computer] and [Select for upload (FTP)] items in the playback “i” menu and added [Select for priority upload to computer] and [Select for priority upload (FTP)].

■ Controls

• • Added support for the power zoom feature on power zoom lenses.

• • Added an [Exposure delay mode] item to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in position d6.

• • Added to the custom controls and roles assignable via the following items in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU]. New reset options have also been added.

  • - f2[Custom controls (shooting)]

  • - f3[Custom controls (playback)]

  • - g2[Custom controls]

  •    Among the roles that can now be assigned via Custom Settings f2 [Custom controls (shooting)] and g2 [Custom controls] is [Switch eyes], which can be used to switch focus between the subject’s left and right eyes.

  •    A new [Frame advance zoom position] > [Prefer focus point] role for Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls (playback)] can be used during playback zoom to center the display on the active focus point for each picture when scrolling through pictures using a command dial.
    Choose [Prefer focus point] for f3 [Custom controls (playback)] > [Main command dial] or [Sub-command dial] > [Frame advance zoom position].

• • Made updates to [Non-CPU lens data] in the [SETUP MENU].

• • Increased the character limit for “Category” entries in IPTC presets.

• • Restructured the [Camera sounds] item in the [SETUP MENU] with the addition of new options, including new sounds and volume level adjustment for the electronic shutter.

■ Displays

• • Added focus-distance information to the focus distance indicator displayed during manual focus.

• • The option selected for [Viewfinder display size] (formerly [Finder display size (photo Lv)]) in the [SETUP MENU] now also applies in video and playback modes.

■ Network (Also NX Field)

• • Made changes and additions to the [Connect to FTP server] item in the [NETWORK MENU].

• • Changed the procedure used when configuring the camera for synchronized release, increasing to twenty the number of groups that can be created, while the number of cameras in each group that can be controlled from the master camera has been increased to sixteen.

• • Added [Overwrite copyright info] under [Connect to other cameras] in the [NETWORK MENU].

■ App-Related Changes

With NX MobileAir:

• • the camera live view display for photo mode now shows NX MobileAir status, and

• • camera settings saved to a memory card using [Save/load menu settings] can now be downloaded to the smart device or copied from the smart device to the camera memory card using NX MobileAir.

■ Other Changes

• • Improved the accuracy of [3D-tracking] for small, fast-moving subjects when [Auto], [People], [Animal], or [Vehicle] is chosen for [AF subject detection options] and no subject of the selected type is detected.

• • Improved focus accuracy for dark, low-contrast subjects.

• • Improved focus lock-on with flicker detection in low-speed continuous release mode.

• • Made other improvements to the autofocus operation and its reliability.

• • Improved the performance of auto white balance during portrait photography.

• • Fixed an issue that sometimes resulted in the viewfinder darkening during playback when [Auto] was selected for [Viewfinder brightness].

• • It is now easier to obtain the correct exposure from the first shot during interval-timer photography in high-contrast settings or settings dark enough for starlight view.

• • The histogram display is no longer available when starlight view is enabled.

• • Changed the video low-capacity warning so that it is now displayed in white on a red background when there is less than one minute remaining. The warning is now also displayed when recording is not in progress.

• • Users now have more precise control when scrolling through videos during playback using the progress bar.

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - The camera would sometimes stop responding if the standby timer was reactivated after having expired with [Prioritize viewfinder (1)] or [Prioritize viewfinder (2)] selected for [Limit monitor mode selection] and high-speed frame capture selected for [Release mode].

  • - The camera would sometimes stop responding if changes were made to Picture Control parameters during NEF (RAW) processing.

  • - The viewfinder would in rare instances fail to display the focus point correctly during burst photography.

  • - [Image size] could not be adjusted by holding the QUAL button and rotating the sub-command dial if a DX-format lens was attached with [ON] selected for [Image size settings] > [Enable DX image sizes].

  • - SB-800 flash units would sometimes stop responding after pictures were taken with the flash disabled.

  • - [Vignette control] would sometimes fail to correctly control vignetting when an option other than [Off] was selected.

  • - Users could no longer select the FX image area after choosing the DX image area in Camera Control Pro 2 with a 100p or 120p option selected for video frame rate.

  • - Focus could still be adjusted using the focus ring when [Disable] was selected for [Manual focus ring in AF mode] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] if an option other than [Non-linear] was chosen for [Focus ring rotation range] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

  • - The battery would draw down more quickly while the camera was off if [ON] was selected for [Connect to smart device] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the [NETWORK MENU] even if [OFF] was selected for both [Bluetooth connection] and [Upload while off].

  • - The German and Korean menus and help text contained typos.

Firmware Version 3.01 to 3.10

• • Added support for NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lenses.

• • Improved focus accuracy for low-contrast subjects during burst photography with [Wide-area AF (S)], [Wide-area AF (L)], [Wide-area AF (C1)], [Wide-area AF (C2)], [3D-tracking], or [Auto-area AF] selected for [AF-area mode].

• • Improved the frame advance rate during burst photography with optional flash units.

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - The [Retouch] > [Trim] item in the playback “i” menu would in rare cases create distorted copies or not permit selection of the desired crop.

  • - Copies created by blending a large number of pictures together using the [Retouch] > [Lighten] item in the playback “i” menu would sometimes exhibit a green color cast.

  • - Rating pictures during playback zoom would in some instances temporarily corrupt the display.

  • - In extremely rare cases, the camera would stop responding.

Firmware Version 3.00 to 3.01

• • The MC-N10 remote grip can now be used for synchronized release on cameras connected via a ten-pin remote terminal.

• • Improved focus tracking in focus mode AF-C when [Wide-area AF (S)], [Wide-area AF (L)], [Wide-area AF (C1)], or [Wide-area AF (C2)] is selected for [AF-area mode].

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - If an option other than [Subject detection off] was chosen for [AF subject detection options] with [Wide-area AF (S)], [Wide-area AF (L)], [Wide-area AF (C1)], or [Wide-area AF (C2)] selected for [AF-area mode], autofocus would sometimes fail when subjects were detected outside the focus point.

  • - If [AF-area mode], [AF-area mode + AF-ON], [Recall shooting functions], or [Recall shooting functions (hold)] was assigned to a control using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)] with [3D-tracking] selected for [AF-area mode] in the stored settings, the camera would sometimes fail either to focus or to track the desired subject when autofocus was initiated by pressing the chosen control in focus mode AF-C.

  • - When [AF-area mode], [AF-area mode + AF-ON], [Recall shooting functions], or [Recall shooting functions (hold)] was assigned to a control using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)], the camera would in rare cases stop responding if the chosen control was pressed immediately before or after shooting while [Pinpoint AF] or [Single-point AF] was selected for [AF-area mode].

  • - FTP errors would sometimes occur during connection to FTP servers.

  • - Upload to certain FTP servers would continue indefinitely with no pictures being uploaded.

  • - Once added to [MY MENU] or [RECENT SETTINGS], Custom setting d14 [Release timing indicator] could not be selected in either menu, nor removed from [MY MENU] using [Remove items].

Firmware Version 2.11 to 3.00

Note: The changes listed below under “Still Photography”, “Video Recording”, “Displays”, “Playback”, “Controls”, and “Network” are detailed in the Supplementary Firmware Update Manual.

■ Still Photography

• • The [Image size] item in the photo shooting menu is now [Image size settings] and offers new options that apply only to pictures taken using the DX image area.

• • Added [C60] to the frame rates available for high-speed frame capture. Custom Setting d4 in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] is now [Pre-Release Capture options].

• • Added [High-frequency flicker reduction] to the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

• • Added [Focus position auto reset] under [Focus shift shooting] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

■ Video Recording

• • Added [High-frequency flicker reduction] to the [VIDEO RECORDING MENU].

• • Added [Hi-Res Zoom] to the [VIDEO RECORDING MENU].

• • Added [Reset using remote] under [Timecode] in the [VIDEO RECORDING MENU].

■ Displays

• • The [Prioritize viewfinder] monitor mode has been replaced by [Prioritize viewfinder (1)] and [Prioritize viewfinder (2)].

• • Expanded the range of monitor brightness options to include both brighter and darker settings.

• • Made the following additions to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU]:

  • - Added a [3D-tracking focus point color] option for Custom Setting a11 [Focus point display].

  • - Added [Always] and [Only when flash is not used] options for Custom Setting d9 [View mode (photo Lv)] > [Show effects of settings].

■ Playback

• • The [Rotate tall] item in the playback menu is now [Auto-rotate pictures]. If [ON] is selected, the playback displays in the monitor and viewfinder will rotate automatically to match camera orientation.

• • The playback display now shows the color temperature for pictures taken with [Preset manual] selected for [White balance].

• • Options are now available for handling as a group each series of photographs taken in continuous-release modes.

• • Added [File info] to the options available under [Playback display options] in the [PLAYBACK MENU].

■ Controls

• • Added a full-format option under [Format memory card] in the [SETUP MENU] for use with compatible CFexpress memory cards.

• • Made the following additions to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU]:

  • - Added a [Type A auto restore delay] option for Custom Setting d14 [Release timing indicator].

  • - Added [Center-weighted area] to the items available for customizing shooting displays using Custom Settings d18 [Custom monitor shooting display] and d19 [Custom viewfinder shooting display].

  • - Custom Settings f2 [Custom controls (shooting)], f3 [Custom controls (playback)], and g2 [Custom controls] now offer access to an expanded selection of custom roles and controls.

■ Network

• • Connection status is now shown in the shooting display when the camera is connected to an FTP server.

• • The camera now supports FTPS.

• • Added an [ATOMOS AirGlu BT options] item to the [NETWORK MENU].

■ Other Changes

• • Improved autofocus accuracy.

• • Improved low-light autofocus performance, lowering the minimum level of illumination required by 0.5 EV.

• • Reduced the sensitivity of [3D-tracking] to objects passing between the subject and the camera.

• • Improved focus performance when [Animal] is selected for [AF subject detection options] during [3D-tracking].

• • Reduced the tendency of the camera to focus on the background during subject detection when [Wide-area AF (S/L/C1/C2)], [3D-tracking], or [Auto-area AF] was selected.

• • Focus peaking, electronic rangefinding, and the focus distance indicator are now available when focus is adjusted using the lens focus ring, not only in manual focus mode but in other focus modes as well. In addition, adjustments have been made to the length of time the focus distance indicator is displayed.

• • Shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity will now be displayed if exposure is adjusted while the live view display is zoomed in.

• • Improved manual focus response in video mode and when silent mode is selected during still photography.

• • The shooting display now shows synchronized release connection status. Improvements have also been made to the display in the remote camera list accessed via [Connect to other cameras] > [Remote camera list] in the [NETWORK MENU].

• • [Português (PT)] has been added to the languages available via the [Language] item in the [SETUP MENU] for Z 9 cameras sold in Canada and the United States.

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - If (a) AF-S was selected for focus mode, (b) an AF-area mode that supported subject detection was selected via a control to which [AF-area mode + AF-ON] had been assigned using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)], and (c) an option other than [Subject detection off] was selected for [AF subject detection options] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU], then pressing the custom control would sometimes fail to activate subject detection.

  • - If (a) 3D-tracking was selected for AF-area mode, (b) an option other than [Subject detection off] was selected for [AF subject detection options] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU], and (c) the shooting settings recalled via a control to which [Recall shooting functions] or [Recall shooting functions (hold)] was assigned using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)] had [3D-tracking] selected for [AF-area mode] and [Subject detection off] chosen for [AF subject detection options], then subject detection would continue during AF-ON after the custom control was pressed.

  • - If (a) AF-C was selected for focus mode, (b) an option other than [3D-tracking] was selected for AF-area mode, (c) an option other than [Subject detection off] was selected for [AF subject detection options] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU], and (d) the shooting settings recalled via a control to which [Recall shooting functions] or [Recall shooting functions (hold)] was assigned using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)] had [3D-tracking] selected for [AF-area mode], then subject detection would not be performed where expected when AF-ON was initiated via the custom control.

  • - Shutter speeds of 1/320 s to 1/640 s would produce uneven exposure across the frame in pictures taken with SB‑800 flash units using auto FP high-speed sync.

  • - Choosing a different Custom Settings bank in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] after selecting a non-default setting for [Auto bracketing] > [Increment] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] would cause the value for [Auto bracketing] > [Increment] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] to revert to 1.

  • - Shooting information would in rare circumstances disappear from the viewfinder.

  • - Attempting to record 8K video with a NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4S lens attached and an option other than [Off] selected for [Vibration reduction] in the [VIDEO RECORDING MENU] would sometimes cause the camera to stop responding.

  • - Tracking small or low-contrast subjects against a solid-color background such as a blue sky would sometimes cause the focus area to move to the top of the display.

  • - Selecting [C30] or [C120] for release mode when an option other than [Off] was chosen for [Active D-Lighting] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] would cause monitor or viewfinder brightness to change.

  • - The camera would in rare circumstances fail to record 8K video correctly.

  • - In video mode, the camera would fail to increase the aperture (lower the f/-number) after reaching the upper limit for ISO sensitivity in modes P and S if the value selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Maximum sensitivity] in the [VIDEO RECORDING MENU] was below [12800].

• • Added support for MC-N10 remote grips.

Firmware Version 2.10 to 2.11

• • Fixed an issue that in very rare circumstances would cause the camera to stop responding.

Firmware Version 2.00 to 2.10

• • [High-frequency flicker reduction] has been added to the roles that can be assigned to camera controls using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)]. For more information, see the Supplementary Firmware Update Manual.

• • Autofocus is now better at tracking small subjects.

• • Autofocus now produces more accurate results with human portrait subjects detected via eye/face-detection AF with [Continuous AF] selected for [Focus mode].

• • Fixed an issue that resulted in the camera focusing on the background when [Single-point AF], [Dynamic-area AF (S)], or [Dynamic-area AF (M)] was selected for [AF-area mode], or when [Wide-area AF (C1)] or [Wide-area AF (C2)] was selected with a custom focus-area size of [1×1].

• • You can now expect better results from vibration reduction during panning shots taken with the camera pointing up or down and an option other than [Off] selected for [Vibration reduction].

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - With certain Z mount lenses, choosing [Focus] for Custom Setting a1 [AF-C priority selection] with [Continuous AF] selected for [Focus mode] would sometimes disable the shutter release even when the subject was in focus.

  • - [Aperture lock] could not be selected for Custom Setting f4 [Control lock] in modes M and A when an F mount lens was attached.

  • - Assigning [Recall shooting functions] to a control using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)] would render [Save current settings] unavailable when an F mount lens equipped with an aperture ring and power contacts was attached.

  • - Auto distortion control would sometimes not be applied to pictures taken with [ON] selected for [Auto distortion control] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

  • - The camera would not recognize custom Picture Controls saved to a memory card using the Mac edition of Picture Control Utility 2.

  • - Recalling shooting functions would sometimes result in unexpected changes to exposure if:

    • ▸ ISO sensitivity was set to a fixed value in mode M,

    • ▸ an option other than [Exposure maintenance off] was selected for Custom Setting b7 [Keep exp. when f/ changes], and

    • ▸ [Recall shooting functions] or [Recall shooting functions (hold)] was assigned to a control using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)] both with no option (or mode M only) selected for [Shooting mode] and with no check next to any of [Shutter speed], [Aperture], and [ISO sensitivity settings].

  • - When [Recall shooting functions] or [Recall shooting functions (hold)] was assigned to a control using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)], subject detection would not function as expected if the setting for [AF subject detection options] recalled by pressing the control differed from the option currently selected for [AF subject detection options] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

Firmware Version 1.11 to 2.00

• Note: The changes listed below under “Still Photography”, “Video Recording”, “Displays”, “Playback”, and “Controls” are detailed in the Supplementary Firmware Update Manual.

• Note: Some Custom Settings have been renumbered due to the addition of new menu options.

• ■ Still Photography

• • Added [Wide-area AF (C1)] and [Wide-area AF (C2)] AF-area modes.

• • In photo mode, the control panel now shows additional information for long time-exposures, including the elapsed time and time remaining.

• • High-speed frame capture now features “pre-release burst” recording.

• • Changed the procedure for choosing a color temperature when [Choose color temperature] is selected for white balance.

• • Changed the size of the area the camera uses to meter values for [Preset manual] white balance.

• ■ Video Recording

• • Added [Wide-area AF (C1)] and [Wide-area AF (C2)] AF-area modes.

• • Changed the procedure for choosing a color temperature when [Choose color temperature] is selected for white balance.

• • Changed the size of the area the camera uses to meter values for [Preset manual] white balance.

• • Added display zoom ratios of 50% and 200% for use during video recording.

• • The control panel now displays the current frame size and frame rate in video mode.

• • Made the following additions to the [VIDEO RECORDING MENU]:

  • - Added [N-RAW 12-bit (NEV)] and [ProRes RAW HQ 12-bit (MOV)] RAW video recording options under [Video file type].

  • - Added [Extended oversampling].

• • Made the following additions to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU]:

  • - Added a [View video info] option for Custom Setting g1, [Customize “i” menu].

  • - Added a [Fast AF-ON] option for Custom Setting g2, [Custom controls].

  • - Added [Fine ISO control (mode M)] in position g8.

  • - Added [Extended shutter speeds (mode M)] in position g9.

  • - Added [Brightness information display] in position g14.

  • - Added [Red REC frame indicator] in position g17.

• • Made the following addition to the [SETUP MENU]:

  • - Added a [1080i (interlaced)] option under [HDMI] > [Output resolution].

• ■ Displays

• • Made changes to the [Viewfinder only] and [Prioritize viewfinder] monitor modes.

• • Added release timing indicators for high-speed frame capture.

• • Made the following addition to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU]:

  • - Added [High fps viewfinder display] in position d20.

• • Made the following additions to the [SETUP MENU]:

  • - Added [Lo 1] and [Lo 2] options under [Viewfinder brightness] > [Manual].

  • - Added [Auto temperature cutout].

• ■ Playback

• • Added a [Motion blend] option under [Retouch] in the playback “i” menu.

• • Added [Save consecutive frames] to the options available in the “i” menu while video playback is paused.

• • Users can now skip all but the first shot in each burst when paging through pictures in full-frame playback.

• ■ Controls

• • Made the following additions to the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU]:

  • - Added [Focus point selection speed] in position a14.

  • - Added a [Recall shooting functions (hold)] option for Custom Setting f2, [Custom controls (shooting)].

  • - Added to the list of controls that can be assigned custom roles using Custom Settings f2 ([Custom controls (shooting)]) and g2 ([Custom controls]) and added [Save focus position] and [Recall focus position] to the roles that can be assigned.

  • - Added [Switch focus/control ring roles] in position f11 (as of April 20, 2022, this feature is available only with NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S lenses).

  • - Added [Prefer sub-selector center] in position f13.

• • Made the following addition to the [SETUP MENU]:

  • - The settings saved and loaded using [Save/load menu settings] now include those for [Delete pictures from both slots] and [Filtered playback criteria] in the playback menu.

• ■ Other Changes

• • Added support for NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lenses.

• • The sizes available when pictures are downloaded using SnapBridge version 2.9.0 or later now include [8 megapixels (4K)] in addition to the existing [Original format] and [2 megapixels] options.

• • Options highlighted in the “i” menu can now be selected using the center either of the sub-selector or of the multi selector for vertical shooting.

• • Controls to which [Recall shooting functions] has been assigned using Custom Setting f2, [Custom controls (shooting)], can now be used in this role while the camera is connected via USB to a device running apps such as NX Tether or NX MobileAir.

• • Made changes to autofocus for improved reliability, focus tracking, and low-light subject detection.

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - Horizontal lines would in rare cases appear in pictures taken in modes P and A.

  • - Stopping aperture down below f/5.6 with [AF-C] chosen for focus mode and [Focus] selected for [AF-C priority selection] would sometimes disable the shutter release in high-speed frame capture mode.

  • - Slow-moving subjects would sometimes not be in focus in pictures taken in focus mode [AF-C] at apertures faster than f/2.8.

  • - Selecting [ON] for [Exposure smoothing] during interval-timer photography when a non-CPU lens was attached would cause gradually worsening overexposure throughout each series of pictures.

  • - Attempts to connect to SFTP servers configured using macOS would fail with an error unless the home folder was selected as the destination.

  • - When users switched from one custom settings bank to another storing a different setting for Custom Setting a9, [Focus mode restrictions], the focus mode setting stored in the second bank would not be recalled; instead, the setting for the first bank would continue in force and could not be changed.

  • - The camera would sometimes stop responding if a picture was taken with [ON] selected both for [Picture review] in the [PLAYBACK MENU] and for [Photo flicker reduction] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

  • - Messages in some languages would sometimes overflow the display.

  • - Apps such as NX Tether and SnapBridge would display incorrect values for maximum aperture with some lenses during remote photography.

  • - The standby timer would in rare circumstances not be reactivated if the shutter-release button was pressed shortly after it expired.

  • - The following issues would occur in mode M if an option other than [Exposure maintenance off] was selected for Custom Setting b7 ([Keep exp. when f/ changes]) in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] when [OFF] was selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Auto ISO sensitivity control] in the photo shooting menu:

    • ▸ Selecting [ISO sensitivity] for Custom Setting b7 ([Keep exp. when f/ changes]) would make the camera less responsive when ISO sensitivity was adjusted using the ISO button and command dials. The camera would also display ISO sensitivities lower than the lowest available value (in these circumstances, the lowest available value would be ISO 64).

    • ▸ Selecting [Shutter speed] for Custom Setting b7 ([Keep exp. when f/ changes]) would make the camera less responsive when shutter speed was adjusted using the command dials.

  • - Removing and replacing the memory card after copying white balance from an existing photograph using [White balance] > [Preset manual] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] or [VIDEO RECORDING MENU] would result in the picture for the chosen preset being displayed as a blank black image.

Firmware Version 1.10 to 1.11

• • Fixed an issue that prevented the camera focusing on detected subjects during video recording with all the following chosen in the [VIDEO RECORDING MENU]:

  • - [Image area] > [Choose image area]: [DX]

  • - [AF-area mode]: Any of [Wide-area AF (S)], [Wide-area AF (L)], [Subject-tracking AF], and [Auto-area AF]

  • - [AF subject detection options] > [Subject detection]: Any option other than [Subject detection off]

• • Fixed typos in the names of some items in Group a ([Focus]) of the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] in some languages.

• • Fixed an issue that would in rare cases cause horizontal stripes to appear in a circle in the center of pictures taken with a Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4x or Z TELECONVERTER TC-2.0x attached to a NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lens and an option other than [Off] selected for [Vignette control] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

• • Added support for NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lenses (from “C” firmware version 1.10).

• • Fixed the following issues (from “C” firmware version 1.10):

  • - Using menu items that offer only [ON] and [OFF] options would sometimes corrupt the menu display when a lens that supported Custom Setting a14 ([Manual focus ring in AF mode]) in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] was attached.

  • - The colors in HLG or N-Log would not be correctly adjusted for display in the viewfinder when [ON] was selected for Custom Setting g8 ([View assist]) in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

Firmware Version 1.00 to 1.10

• • Added support for NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lenses.

• • Increased the burst length for dual-format (NEF/RAW + JPEG or JPEG + JPEG) pictures taken at 20 fps in continuous high-speed release mode.

  • “C” firmware version 1.00:

    • - NEF/RAW (high-efficiency★) + JPEG basic (large): Approx. 3 seconds *

    • - JPEG Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2 (Slot 1: JPEG fine (large); Slot 2: JPEG basic (small)): Approx. 3 seconds *

  • “C” firmware version 1.10:

    • - NEF/RAW (high-efficiency★) + JPEG basic (large): Approx. 8 seconds *

    • - JPEG Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2 (Slot 1: JPEG fine (large); Slot 2: JPEG basic (small)): Approx. 8 seconds *

  * The length of the burst that can be taken before the frame advance rate drops. Figures are reference values obtained via in-house measurements performed using a NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S lens and a ProGrade Digital COBALT 1700R 325GB CFexpress memory card. Burst length will drop in some circumstances, including if:

  • - [Backup] is selected for [Role played by card in Slot 2] or

  • - [ON] is selected for [Auto distortion control].

• • Options highlighted in the [Filtered playback criteria] list in the [PLAYBACK MENU] can now also be selected and deselected by pressing the multi selector right.

• • Fixed an issue that prevented optional SB-5000 flash units synchronizing with the shutter when all the following conditions were met:

  • - A shutter speed faster than the flash sync speed was selected with [1/200 s (Auto FP)] or [1/250 s (Auto FP)] chosen for Custom Setting e1 [Flash sync speed] in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

  • - The SB-5000 was controlled via radio AWL using an optional WR-R10 or WR-R11a wireless remote controller mounted on the camera.

  • - The flash unit was not mounted on the camera accessory shoe.

• • Fixed the following issues:

  • - Using menu items that offer only [ON] and [OFF] options would sometimes corrupt the menu display when a lens that supported Custom Setting a14 ([Manual focus ring in AF mode]) in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] was attached.

  • - The colors in HLG or N-Log would not be correctly adjusted for display in the viewfinder when [ON] was selected for Custom Setting g8 ([View assist]) in the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].

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Tomorrow, Nikon will release an emergency firmware update for the Nikon Z8 and Z9 cameras to address the following issue:

• Fixed an issue that would cause the camera to stop responding with some lenses.

To download the update, visit: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/608.html

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I was out with the Nikon COOLPIX P1100 on a very clear evening monitoring flight radar 24 and noticed a wide-body aircraft approaching. It turned out it was a United airlines Boeing Dreamliner flying from London (LHR) to San Fransisco (SFO) at 40K feet.

What made it more special is the livery was showing the 100 years designation. Yes, United Airlines is celebrating their 100th birthday this year and this plane shows off that accomplishment.

Some more facts about this flight and plane:

The registration number is: N61101

It was put into service in 2025 making this aircraft brand new.

The model designation is 787-9

History of United Airlines:

Era-Defining United Airlines Historical Milestones

• 1926: The Airmail Foundation: On April 6, 1926, pilot Leon Cuddeback flew a Swallow biplane for Varney Air Lines from Pasco, Washington, to Boise, Idaho, executing the first privately contracted airmail flight in U.S. history.

• 1931: Formation of United Air Lines: Aviation pioneer William Boeing acquired Varney Air Lines alongside Boeing Air Transport, Pacific Air Transport, and National Air Transport. These entities merged under a unified umbrella management corporation to formally birth United Air Lines in Chicago.

• 1933: Introducing the First Modern Airliner: United introduced the Boeing 247, widely recognized as the world's first modern commercial airliner. It allowed passengers to fly transcontinental routes without overnight stops.

• 1936: The World's First Flight Kitchen: United established commercial aviation's very first flight kitchen to provide hot-meal service on regular flights, initially giving passengers a choice of fried chicken or scrambled eggs.

• 1961: Capital Airlines Merger: United acquired Capital Airlines, briefly positioning itself as the world's second-largest commercial airline and anchoring its dominant domestic "Main Line" network.

• 1985–1992: Pan Am Acquisitions: Benefiting from the post-deregulation landscape, United bought out Pan American World Airways' vital Pacific route authority in 1985. It later added Pan Am's London Heathrow operations (1991) and Latin American network (1992) to build a powerhouse global presence.

• 1995: Launching the Boeing 777: Working as the collaborative launch customer, United debuted the advanced wide-body Boeing 777 into commercial service.

• 1997: Star Alliance Co-Founding: United partnered with four other global carriers to launch the Star Alliance, establishing the world's first and largest global airline alliance.

• 2010: Mega-Merger with Continental: United merged with Continental Airlines—bringing both of Walter Varney's original aviation legacies together, adopting Continental's distinctive gold globe logo, and creating one of the world's largest airline networks.

  Above facts per Google AI search results

Let me know in the comments below your thoughts on United Airlines or this photo (no sign-in required).

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If you were to log in to Nikon Image Space today (www.NikonImageSpace.com), this is the message you will see:

[Important: Notice Regarding the Termination of NIKON IMAGE SPACE Service Following the Expansion of Nikon Imaging Cloud Features]

Thank you for using NIKON IMAGE SPACE.

Starting October 14, 2026, the image storage * and image sharing features on NIKON IMAGE SPACE have been added to Nikon Imaging Cloud.

The NIKON IMAGE SPACE service was terminated on October 15, 2026.

* Up to 5 GB image storage capacity.

Images saved on NIKON IMAGE SPACE will not be automatically transferred to Nikon Imaging Cloud. Download any images you wish to keep by April 15, 2027.

Clicking the "Create download files" button below will create files for bulk downloading your images.

Nikon launched Nikon Image Space on January 28, 2013, deep in the DSLR era. I used Nikon Image Space for many years to deliver photos to my clients. It was free, easy and dependable. However, there was one thing I didn’t like about it. Sometimes a client would share the gallery with others and there was no way to limit who could download the full gallery all at once. Knowing that anyone could take all the photos in bulk was always an unsettling feeling. I could turn off the ability to download files but that also applied to the client. It was either allow all photos to be downloaded or none.

Other than that, it was a great resource for client file delivery.

I now use PixeSet.com for client photo delivery and welcome much more control over who can download from the gallery although it is not a free service.

Let me know in the comments below (no login required) if you used Nikon Image Space and if so, your thoughts on the service.

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Nikon says of the P1100 camera: “Travel to the moon. Soar with the birds. Or keep your feet on the ground and explore the tiny details of nature—all with one extraordinary portable camera.”

I have owned the Nikon COOLPIX P1100 for a couple of years now and have to agree with Nikon’s description above. Overall, I have been impressed with the content that this camera puts out. Under the right lighting conditions, it can produce quality photos that almost equals that of Nikon’s full frame cameras. Of course, (and this is no minor detail) with an equivalent focal range of 24 - 3000mm, it’s unrivaled in the camera world in its ability to get close to your subjects. Not even SONY can come close. Generally speaking, if you can see it, you can photograph it with this camera, and in most cases, even fill the frame!

To achieve this incredible zoom range, some tradeoffs exist. Photos normally have higher noise levels than Nikon Z cameras, are not as sharp as ones taken with Nikon full frame bodies and are not ideal for capturing fast action shots. However, just when I say that about actions shots, the first photo that appears in the gallery below is an action shot at our local dirt track field. Just like anything else, there are always exceptions to everything I guess! All images processed with Capture One.

The P1100 is also compatible with Nikon’s mobile device program SnapBridge.

Once you have viewed the images, let me know in the comments below (no sign-in required) if you have any questions about the Nikon P1100 or the photos in the gallery. Thanks for stopping by!

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I have shot over 5 thousand (5,000) photos with this lens. What’s not to like; it’s sharp, light and has great Bokeh. Here is just a small sample of what this lens can do. Some were taken during event assignments while others were taken in studio settings and other situations.

Go ahead and click through the samples and let me know in the comments below your thoughts on this lens (no sign in required to leave a comment).

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Find below a gallery of images from my much loved Nikon Z7II mirrorless camera. I mostly use the Z7II in the studio and when out of the studio, for landscapes and general scenery with a few from photography assignments.

With equivalent image quality of the legendary Nikon D850 (see https://www.dxomark.com/cameras/) with a perfect DXO score of 100, the Z 7II rarely lets me down. It’s the only Nikon mirrorless camera so far with such a score.

What follows is a small gallery of photos captured with the Z7II with a variety of Nikkor lenses. All photos processed with Capture One.

I will be adding to this gallery periodically so check back often. Let me know in the comments below your thoughts on the Nikon Z7II. No sign in required to leave a comment.

Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the release of the full-frame/FX-format Nikon Z5IIC mirrorless camera featuring the Nikon Z mount.

The Z5IIC delivers the same level of performance as the Z5II (released in April 2025), which offers advanced shooting functions that support a wide variety of shooting scenes and situations, yet makes it easy for even first-time camera users to express themselves through images. The mode dial offers scene modes, a first for a Nikon full-frame mirrorless camera, that automatically optimizes color, brightness, and other imaging settings according to the scene selected. It also features a dedicated button that gives users instant access to Imaging Recipes created by Nikon and leading creators, to easily capture impressive photos and video without concern for shooting settings.

The top of the camera features a smooth, streamlined design that slips easily in and out of a bag, helping users capture everyday moments without missing a shot. An ergonomically designed grip that fits comfortably in the hand, together with powerful image stabilization, minimizes the camera shake that results in blurring, while AI-powered autofocus (AF) makes it easy to capture crisp, clear photos and video.

In addition, the Z5IIC supports video recording in 4K UHD at up to 60 fps*1 and Full HD at up to 120 fps, providing greater flexibility for editing. The camera can also be used for live streaming simply by connecting it to PC via USB cable, and offers a range of video features, including a REC lamp that clearly shows when recording is in progress, and support for Nikon’s proprietary N-Log, making it ideal for video creation.

Nikon will continue to pursue a new dimension in optical performance while meeting users' needs, contributing to the development of imaging culture, with the hope of expanding possibilities for imaging expression.

Primary features

1. User-friendly features for first-time mirrorless camera users

The Z5IIC is Nikon’s first full-frame mirrorless camera to feature scene modes on the mode dial. The settings allow even first-time camera users to immediately enjoy taking pictures and recording videos. The camera supports 15 different scenes, from everyday subjects such as portraits, pets, and food to more challenging scenes such as night landscapes and twilight.　By simply selecting the desired scene, the camera automatically adjusts more than six settings, including white balance and Picture Control. In addition, Imaging Recipes, image presets created by Nikon and leading creators, can be registered on the camera and quickly recalled using the dedicated button. This offers the smooth operation while shooting, and allows users to easily enjoy capturing photos and video that express the mood and feel they want, without post-processing.
The camera is also ideal for users who prefer a more hands-off approach to photography. Nikon’s proprietary AI technology, which utilizes deep learning, automatically detects subjects. In AUTO mode, it also enables the camera to analyze and recognize subjects and scenes, automatically optimizing exposure settings such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity, as well as AF. Further, in-camera vibration reduction (VR) with up to 7.5 stops*2 of correction allows users to capture blur-free photos, even when the perfect shot presents itself unexpectedly.
All of these features allow even first-time camera users to confidently explore various types of imaging expression.

2. A portable design ideal for everyday use

The Z5IIC features a smooth, streamlined design that slips easily in and out of a bag, making it ideal for everyday photography. The stable grip provides a secure hold on the camera for quick framing of those perfect moments.
The large 3.2-inch vari-angle monitor enables shooting from a variety of positions, from low angles to selfies. Just as on a smartphone, familiar touch controls such as double-tap, pinch in/out, and swipe can be used intuitively for playback as well as for focusing and shutter releases. A design with careful attention to dust- and drip-resistance, combined with a body that uses magnesium alloy in key areas for added rigidity, enables worry-free shooting outdoors.
The Z5IIC is also available in two colors, black and silver, allowing users to choose the one that best suits their preferences.

3. Outstanding image quality made possible by a full-frame mirrorless camera

The Z5IIC is equipped with a backside-illumination CMOS sensor and the same EXPEED 7 image-processing engine found in Nikon’s flagship model. When used with NIKKOR Z lenses, it delivers photos and video of a quality far superior to that possible with a smartphone. The camera beautifully reproduces everything from the subtle gradations of a sunset sky and natural bokeh to dark scenes such as night landscapes, while minimizing noise and blur. What’s more, the Z5IIC features the Film Grain function*3 introduced with the Nikon Zf (released in October 2023), making it easy to capture photos and video with a nostalgic film look.

4. Video features that support from short-form content creation to webcam use

When recording video, the REC lamp is lit and a red frame indicator is shown around the monitor display, making it possible to tell at a glance when the camera is recording. The Z5IIC supports recording at frame sizes and rates up to 4K UHD at 60 fps and Full HD at 120 fps, as well as slow-motion recording at 4× and 5× normal speed*4, making it easy to produce impressive short-form videos without post-processing. It also features Product Review Mode, which smoothly shifts focus to an item brought close to the camera, making it easy to record review videos. With UVC/UAC support for use as a webcam by simply connecting the camera to a PC, as well as support for H.265 10-bit (MOV) and N-Log*5 recording that enables users to take the next step into more advanced video production, the camera is well suited to a wide variety of uses, from vlogging on a mini tripod to video streaming.

5. Additional features

1. In a first for Nikon, [Fish] has been added to the subject-detection options.

2. High-speed continuous shooting at up to approximately 14 fps enables users to capture decisive moments of fast-moving subjects.

3. The Pre-Release Capture function can be set to record up to one second before the shutter is released in High-Speed Frame Capture +mode, which enables continuous shooting at up to 30 fps.

4. A camera-simulation function that helps users learn about shooting settings through hands-on experience and learning content that provides photography tips categorized by theme have been added to SnapBridge, which enables the automatic transfer of images to a smartphone.

5. Support for Nikon Imaging Cloud enables smooth post-shooting data management.

6. Recording of N-RAW video to an SD memory card is also supported.

Let me know in the comments below your thoughts of the new Nikon Z5IIC camera.

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TOKYO - As Nikon struggles financially( see https://www.robertallen-photography.com/blog/is-nikon-in-financial-trouble), Nikon Corporation changed officers’ assignments, including for the Imaging unit which includes cameras and lens design and manufacturing. The new manager is Keizo Fujii. He previously was director of Nikon Singapore. Let’s hope Keizo can do a better job and help direct Nikon to a profitable future.

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FIRST REPORTED BY ROBERT G ALLEN PHOTOGRAPHY: Nikon will release firmware version 3.11 for the Z8 with the following changes tomorrow:

• Fixed the following issues:

• - Unsupported features would sometimes become selectable when wirelessly connected to NX Tether.

• - The [High-frequency flicker reduction] setting would sometimes change when [High-frequency flicker reduction] and another role, such as [Protect], were assigned to the same custom control.

• - The camera would sometimes stop responding during shooting if certain operations were performed after settings were made in [Manage Picture Control].

The firmware update can be downloaded at Nikon’s download center at: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/index.html

Let me know in the comments below (no-sign in required) what other Z8 firmware updates are needed.

In the meantime, here are a few more recent Nikon Z8 event photos:

Today, I received the Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.4 mirrorless lens from Pictureline.com

Considering that it’s not an S line lens, the build quality is pretty good. It’s light and the lens hood is not too big or too small. I would say overall, the design has a pleasing esthetic compact look.

I have not had a chance to use the lens so I have included a few sample ones from Nikon:

I plan on using this on a trip to photograph the stars next week so I will add those photos after I return. As always, thanks for stopping by!

To commemorate 25 years since 9/11, I would like to share this transcript and video below of an interview with photographer Robert A. Cumins who shot one of the most iconic photos of 9/11 using a Nikon F4 film camera.

What follows is the transcript taken from the above video:

As the country marks the 25 years since the 9/11 attacks, a photographer who documented the horror of that day reflects on how he captured a defining image of the tragedy and the significance of the photo today.

Bob Cumins is behind the wheel of his car just as he was the morning of September 11th, 2001 when he flipped on the radio. So I turned it on and I'm listening to a helicopter report from WCBS News 880. Something is going on.

At the tower, we are still looking at smoke billowing out of tower number one. It was 8:58 A.M and Cumins' instincts as a professional photographer kicked in.

He'd had a long career working in the Middle East documenting presidents and prime ministers, so he went home here to his balcony. How far are we from lower Manhattan? As the crow flies 15 miles. With his camera and a roll of film, he looked through the viewfinder at 9:03 A.M. and at that point I saw a plane in lower Manhattan. I figured I'll take a picture of the plane juxtaposed against the skyline. So I made 2 shots. He took this a split second before the 2nd plane made impact. So it was the first picture you shot. It was the 1st picture. He had to wait until the film was developed to see it as a professional.

I was put here to make that picture. You never imagined that the most historic photograph of your life would be taken from your home, right from the balcony. People magazine published Cumins's photograph on the cover within days. Does it matter that you shot it on film? I'm glad I shot it on film. It can't be challenged. He showed us the original roll of film from his archive with 19 frames. The second one, you see the tail of the jet. That analog record is maybe even more important 25 years later. In today's world of conspiracies and what have you and fakery with digital, the film is it. For Cumins, they are images that live in his mind. One split second after this picture was taken, 2000 lives are gone, a moment in history captured through his camera.

Interview with photographer Bob Cumins who took a photo just a split-second before the second plane made impact during the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 using his Nikon F4 camera.

Bradley Blackburn, CBS News, Verona, New Jersey.

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Nikon issues firmware 1.1 for the COOLPIX P1100 with the following changes:

Fixed the following issues:

• In rare circumstances, the camera would stop responding when adjusting zoom during burst photography.

• Some timestamps in the metadata of video files would differ from the actual date and time of recording.

The firmware is available now for download at: www.NikonUSA.com

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Nikon posted a firmware update for the COOLPIX P1000 camera with the following changes:

• Fixed an issue where, in rare circumstances, the camera would stop responding when adjusting zoom during burst photography.

Let me know below in the comments if you had this issue with your P1000 camera (no login required to leave a comment).

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Nikon released a new firmware version 1.20 for the Z5II camera with the following changes:

■ Still Photography

• Changed the available shutter speed range for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Minimum shutter speed] in the [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU].

■ Still Photography/Video Recording

• Changed the following item names in Picture Controls:

  • - [Cloud Picture Control] changed to [Imaging Recipe].

  • - [Add Cloud Picture Control files] under [Set Picture Control] in the photo shooting and video recording menus changed to [Download Imaging Recipes].

■ Controls

• Added [On saving user settings] to [Save focus position] in the [SETUP MENU].

■ Displays

• Added [Automatic monitor display switch] to the [SETUP MENU].

■ Network

• Added [Wi-Fi Always ON] to [Connect to smart device] > [Wi-Fi connection (AP mode)] in the [NETWORK MENU].

• Added [Inactive connection timeout] to [Connect to FTP server] > [Options] in the [NETWORK MENU].

■ Other Changes

• Aperture is no longer restricted when recording videos in mode S (Shutter-priority auto).

It’s my main workhorse for professional assignments along with my Z8. As an event photographer, I’m often shooting in low light situations. Knowing that it will have the lowest noise from any of the cameras that I currently own (https://www.robertallen-photography.com/my-nikon-gear-list) gives me confidence that what I deliver to my clients will meet their requirements as to image quality. I hope these photos serve as an inspiration as to what can be accomplished with the little Z6II. After a little more than 30,000 photos taken with the Z6II (the most of any camera in my Capture One database except the Z8), I have learned a thing or two about this camera and (surprisingly)what it is capable of.

After looking at 30K photos shot with the Nikon Z6II over the years, here are a few photos that I have had the pleasure of taking and have included in the gallery below:

Let me know in the comments below your thoughts on the Z6II and if you have the camera.

Today, Nikon discontinued the D6, their flagship DSLR camera. This leaves the D7500 (crop sensor), D780 and D850 as their only DSLR cameras available to purchase.

It was only last week that Nikon issued a firmware update for both the D6 and the D780. Very strange that they would pull the camera so soon after the new firmware updates were just issued a few day ago.

I owned the D6 and I can honestly say it was one of the best cameras I have ever used. I would have never changed over to mirrorless if the D6 worked out for me. So, what was the issue that was the deal breaker? It had fantastic autofocus, excellent image quality, great high ISO performance. So, what could have been the issue with the D6? The loudness of the shutter! (see my article on Nikon DSLR shutter noise levels at https://www.robertallen-photography.com/blog/how-loud-are-nikon-dslr-camera-shutters ).

As a professional event photographer, when shooting in a quiet room when someone is making a speech at the podium, believe me, you don’t want to be shooting with the D6! Prior to changing over to mirrorless, I used the D780 as my main event camera, mainly because it had a mirrorless mode on it. With the D780, if you shot with the rear LCD panel, it essentially became a mirrorless DLSR since it used the same autofocus system employed in the Z6 when shooting using the rear screen.

OK, back to the D6. It was a fantastic body and really eclipsed all of their other flagship DSLR cameras. I shot a total of 9,979 photos with the D6, according to my Capture One library. Not a lot of photos by my standards (especially considering it shoots at 14 frames per second) but again, I didn’t own it for very long due to the shutter noise.

Here are a few photos shot with the D6 with an assortment of lenses. These are from a mixture of paid and personal assignments. Let me know in the comments below if you owned the D6 or if you have any questions about the camera.

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All photos were taken using the Nikon Z8 with varouse Nikkor lenses. Let me know in the comments (no sign-in required) if you have any questions on any of the photos. I would be happy to answer them. Thanks for visiting!

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I have finally setup my first single topic portfolio on aviation. Aviation is one of the subjects that I seek out, both when at home and while traveling. It’s been a passion of mine for a long time. Hence, I have accumulated a lot of portfolio worthy content from shooting mostly planes over the years.

The proof is in the pudding as they say so take a look yourself at:

https://www.robertallen-photography.com/aviation

Let me know what you think in the comments below. Tell me if I need to remove any photos that don’t make the cut.

There will be more single topic portfolios in the future so stay tuned. Even the aviation one will change with new additions going forward.

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This is a very small update for a very small camera:

• Changed some menu item names in Chinese (Simplified and Traditional).

That’s it folks. No improvement in autofocus, frame rate, ISO performance etc….

To download the update go to: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/605.html

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