[11:33 Wed,17.December 2025 by Thomas Richter] |
Nikon has equipped its flagship camera, the Nikon Z9, with a host of improvements and new features via Firmware Update 5.30, some of which are entirely new and others adopted from other models in the Z series. Among the improvements is the autofocus performance, which now benefits from faster and more stable subject detection and tracking for fast action shots, thanks to deep learning technology. The automatic shooting function gains a new AF standby position and improved face detection, for example, for long-distance shots of sports and wildlife. ;) Nikon Z9
Also new is the ability to create custom looks in Nikon&s desktop software  NX Studio using the new "Color Blender" and "Color Grading" tools. Parameters such as hue, brightness, and contrast can be adjusted and then loaded onto the Nikon Z9 camera as custom picture controls for shooting. The Z9 now receives the **Focus Limiter function** from the Nikon Z8 and Z6III, which allows limiting the focus area, as well as their advanced custom focus area control. From the Nikon ZF comes the **new Monochrome Picture Controls** in the form of the two picture profiles "Deep Tone Monochrome" and "Flat Monochrome." However, there are also some completely new functions for the Z9 that no other Z camera has had before. For instance, the **Cycle Subject Detection** function can be assigned to a function button, allowing easy switching between the different subject detection options (such as Human, Animal, Vehicle). Furthermore, **selective subject detection per AF area** now allows precise configuration of which AF modes should have subject detection active and which should not. In the new firmware, subject detection, which was previously disabled, is now selectable in Single-point AF and Dynamic-area AF modes. Here are all the new features of Firmware 5.30 for the Nikon Z9 in detail: ;) Nikon Z9 with subject detection in new AF modes ### Still Photography - Subject detection now also available in further AF modes such as[Single-point AF],[Dynamic-area AF (S)],[Dynamic-area AF (M)], or[Dynamic-area AF (L)] in[AF area mode]. - Larger focus areas for Wide-area AF modes (C1/C2). - New Picture Control profiles: Flat Monochrome, Deep Tone Monochrome, as well as support for Flexible Color. - New menu item: "Reset focus after shooting" and new subject detection option "Face" for automatic shooting. ### Video Recording - Same improvements as in photography (AF, focus areas, Picture Controls, face detection). - When Hi-Res Zoom is active, the focus point is now displayed on the subject. ### Playback - New filter option: Date during playback. - Loop playback for videos. - New option: Auto rotate during playback. ### Controls - New subject detection options (Cycle subject detection) and a Focus Limiter in the menu. - New assignable functions for buttons: e.g., Focus Limiter, Cycle subject detection, 400% zoom, Jump to source image. - New menu item: Cycle image area with embedded timecode. ### Network - Expanded network settings: e.g., NTP time synchronization, copyright overwrite, description for FTP profiles. - Master camera can detect other cameras on the same network. - USB streaming (UVC/UAC) now available. ### Other Changes - Improved autofocus and reliability. - Direct white balance via app (e.g., NX Tether). - Voice recording now also possible with an external microphone. - Better behavior for HDMI video output. - Headphone volume adjustment in the "i" menu. - Videos no longer rotate automatically when "Auto rotate" is enabled. - Picture Control options also available during RAW processing. - Faster focus point switching. - Changed tonal rendering when "View Assist" is active. - Spelling errors in the monitor display corrected. ;) Nikon Z9 Here is our Practical test of the Nikon Z9: 12-bit 8K RAW performance, LOG-LUT workflows, skin tones, slow motion... and our Test of the sensor quality, debayering, and rolling shutter of the Nikon Z9.  more infos at bei downloadcenter.nikonimglib.comdeutsche Version dieser Seite: Nikon Z9 - neue Firmware 5.30 verbessert Autofokus, Motiverkennung und mehr |
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