Nikon just released yet another major firmware update for their flagship full-frame mirrorless camera. The Z 9. Firmware 4.0 brings a new Auto Capture function for automatic triggering, lower ISO settings for N-Log shooting, improved Hi-Res Zoom settings, in-camera slow-motion, and more. The update is now available as a free download. When first reviewing the Nikon Z 9 – which we awarded as the best mirrorless camera for video in 2021 – my colleague Johnnie rightfully pointed out that the camera had a huge potential for growth. And, indeed, it didn’t take long for Nikon to introduce two major firmware updates. First, Firmware 2.0 enabled internal 12-bit N-RAW and ProRes RAW recording, while version 3.0 brought a digital “Hi-Res Zoom” function, new timecode options, and more. Now, Firmware 4.0 offers several improvements for both video and photo shooters. Given our specialty here at CineD, this article focuses on the most relevant video-oriented enhancements. However, you can take a look at the full firmware release notes here. Let’s dive in! Nikon Z 9 Firmware 4.0 – Auto Capture With Firmware 4.0, the Z 9 gets a new Auto Capture function that is available in both stills and video modes. Moreover, according to Nikon, it will also make its way to the newly-introduced Z 8 soon. Essentially, Auto Capture is a smart shooting mode that enables you to program the camera to release the shutter or start recording when the subject meets up to three user-determined criteria. These can be set individually...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 13 June, 2023