Supplementary Firmware Update Manual

ManualsBrandsNikon ManualsZ SeriesZ 7II

Table Of Contents

Added Functions

Added Functions

The Z 7II/Z 6II Reference Manual is for “C” firmware version 1.40.

This supplement details the new features and changes

introduced with camera “C” firmware versions 1.50 and 1.60.

The two documents are to be read together.

To view the camera firmware version or update the camera

firmware, select [Firmware version] in the setup menu.

“Firmware Version”

Updates can be performed using a computer or smart device.

•

Computer: Check the Nikon Download Center for new versions of the

camera firmware. Information on performing updates is available via

the firmware download page.

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

•

Smart device: If the smart device has been paired with the camera

using the SnapBridge app, the app will automatically notify you when

updates become available, and you can then download the update to

the camera memory card via the smart device. For information on

performing updates, see SnapBridge online help. Note that automatic

notifications may not be displayed at exactly the same time as the

updates are made available on the Nikon Download Center.

SB3F05(11)

6MO02311-05

Summary of content (8 pages)

PAGE 1
SB3F05(11) 6MO02311-05 En Added Functions The Z 7II/Z 6II Reference Manual is for “C” firmware version 1.40. This supplement details the new features and changes introduced with camera “C” firmware versions 1.50 and 1.60. The two documents are to be read together. “Firmware Version” To view the camera firmware version or update the camera firmware, select [Firmware version] in the setup menu. Updates can be performed using a computer or smart device.
PAGE 2
Features Available with “C” Firmware Version 1.50 New “USB” Option A [USB] option has been added to the setup menu. With this addition, an iPhone running the NX MobileAir smartphone app can now import pictures from a camera connected via a USB cable. • Select [MTP/PTP] when connecting to computers or Android devices.
PAGE 3
New Optional Remote Grip The camera now supports the optional MC-N10 remote grip. When connected to the camera, the MC-N10 can be used for such tasks as movie shooting, photography, and adjusting camera settings. • The MC-N10 comes equipped with a rosette for attachment to third-party camera equipment.
PAGE 4
Features Available with “C” Firmware Version 1.60 “Prioritize Viewfinder” Monitor Modes The [Prioritize viewfinder] monitor mode has been replaced by [Prioritize viewfinder (1)] and [Prioritize viewfinder (2)]. • In [Prioritize viewfinder (1)] mode, the viewfinder turns on only when you look through it. This behavior is identical to that for [Prioritize viewfinder] in earlier versions of the camera “C” firmware.
PAGE 5
New Preview Settings for Flash Photography [Always] and [Only when flash is not used] have been added to the options available for Custom Setting d9 [Apply settings to live view] > [On]. Option [On] [Off] Description The effects of changes to settings such as white balance, Picture Controls, and exposure compensation are visible in the shooting display. Pressing 2 when [On] is highlighted displays [Always] and [Only when flash is not used] options.
PAGE 6
New Custom Setting: d10 “Warm Display Colors” A [Warm display colors] option has been added to the Custom Settings menu at position d10. Use warmer colors with reduced brightness in the shooting, menu, and/or playback displays. This makes the displays easier to view with vision adapted to dark environments during astronomical photography and the like. Option Description Choose from the following options. • [Mode 1]: Use warmer colors in the shooting, menu, and playback displays.
PAGE 7
New Custom Setting: g7 “Red REC Frame Indicator” A [Red REC frame indicator] option has been added to the Custom Settings menu at position g7. If [On] is selected, a red border will appear around the shooting display while movie shooting is in progress. This helps prevent missed shots by alerting you when recording is in progress. D Custom Setting Renumbered With the addition of [Red REC frame indicator] in the g7 position, [Assign MB-N11 buttons] is now numbered g8.