Coming soon: Nikon Z firmware update will add Eye AF, Raw video and CFexpress support
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The Nikon Z Series: Upcoming Firmware on Display
The Nikon Z series will continue to adapt to changing user needs through the development and roll-out of firmware updates to meet and exceed creative expectations. Taking into account feedback from photographers and creators, Nikon will display three feature updates under development that open creative opportunities for the Z 6 and Z 7. Displays will include:
- CFexpress – Coming soon to the Z 6 and Z 7 cameras is support for CFexpress, which is compatible with the XQD memory card form-factor.
- Eye AF – Under development is an Eye AF function, which will automatically detect the subject’s eyes to make attaining critical focus on the eyes easier. It will allow users to capture photos in which focus has been clearly acquired on the subject’s eye, which is useful for portrait, event and street photography scenarios.
- RAW Video Support – Nikon is currently developing a feature that works with the ATOMOS Ninja V to output video in RAW format, using the ProRes RAW codec.
Details, including the release date of new firmware updates, will be shared at a later date.
via Dpreview
3 Legged Thing Zelda Dedicated L-Bracket for Nikon Z Series
The new 3 Legged Thing Zelda Dedicated L-Bracket for Nikon Z Series has been announced. Full details here: 3leggedthing.com/zelda
via CameraJabber
Some stores already taking preorders on the new Nikon 58mm f/0,95 Z lens
The new lens specs and pricing should be officially announced in January. And in the meantime some stores like for example kamera-express are already taking deposits to get you on top of the preorder list.
Dpreview: What Nikon has to improve in 2019
Dpreview made a list of things Nikon has to improve in 2019:
Nikon, you’re getting there. You launched the Z-mount with a bang in 2018, but despite its high-end pricing you must have known that the flagship Z7 wouldn’t be quite enough to tempt professionals and enthusiasts away from their D850 and D5 bodies. Don’t let the haters get you down, though. Keep up the pace and turn the Z mount into the professional system that we know it can be. We’re rooting for you.
Nikon – in 2019 we wish you would…
-Keep developing that Z-series lens roadmap.
-Bring 3D AF Tracking to the Z-series – in fact, bring all of your industry-leading AF area modes to the Z-series.
-Make an FTZ adapter with a built-in AF motor. Carey’s got a 105mm F2 DC he really wants to shoot with.
-Make the Z mount an open standard.