Nikon Z Series Mirrorless Cameras to Receive Better AF Performance

A new firmware update for the Z7 II, Z6, II, Z7, and Z6 will be released on April 26, improving autofocus performance. 

Nikon is fresh out of the lab again with a new firmware update for its Z series mirrorless cameras.

The update will improve low light autofocus performance on the Z7 II, Z6 II, Z7, Z6, and Z5. This is good news for Nikon video shooters, as it's one area that could be seeing a bump in performance. 

Nikon Z Series Firmware Updates:

• Nikon Z 6II + Z 7II Firmware, Version 1.20:
  • Increased AF performance, including faster focusing when shooting in low-light situations, improved detection performance, and enhanced subject visibility during live view shooting
  • Improved tracking for face and eye detection as well as subject tracking AF
• Nikon Z 6 + Z 7 Firmware, Version 3.30:
  • Adds the Save Focus Position option that allows the current focus position to be saved when the camera is turned off and restored when next turned on
  • The Z 6 will also receive the voice memo recording/playing function
• Nikon Z 50 Firmware, Version 2.19:
  • Adds the Save Focus Position option that allows the current focus position to be saved when the camera is turned off and restored when next turned on
• Nikon Z 5 Firmware, Version 1.10:
  • Adds the Save Focus Position option that allows the current focus position to be saved when the camera is turned off and restored when next turned on
  • Faster AF detection speed in low-light situations

Nikon will be releasing the firmware updates on April 26, so mark your calendars. You can download them here.