Cameras firmware
Mar 25, 2017 07:01:48 #
Mar 25, 2017 07:14:08 #
Just got a Nikon D5500 and i check about once a month or when I happen to go to the website.
Mar 25, 2017 07:15:51 #
Usually, I find out by the firmware updates are posted on social media, via e-mail or here
Mar 25, 2017 07:23:48 #
I don't know what I signed up to on the Nikon site years ago, but I get a pop-up notice on my computer whenever there is a firmware or software update.
However, if you register your products on Nikon's site you can get an email notification. It's choice three under e-mail preferences.
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However, if you register your products on Nikon's site you can get an email notification. It's choice three under e-mail preferences.
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Mar 25, 2017 07:27:08 #
Just got a Nikon D5500 and I check about once a month or when I happen to go to the website.
Mar 25, 2017 07:29:09 #
Carl A wrote:
How many check your camera firmware and how often
When I find out that there is an update, from UHH, email, or an online article, I do the update.
Mar 26, 2017 05:40:42 #
I found that if you register your camera with the manufacturer they will send you a notification when firmware is available. Also the periodical emails from DP Review always contain firmware notifications. You can always go to the manufacturer's website.
Mar 26, 2017 06:30:16 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Carl A wrote:
How many check your camera firmware and how often
Once every six months on Nikonusa.com
Mar 26, 2017 08:10:49 #
Mar 26, 2017 09:18:11 #
DaveyDitzer
Loc: Western PA
I have a Nikon D5300. I believe I registered it, but never received any firmware update notices. Are there any hazards or risks associated with firmware updates?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Mar 26, 2017 10:03:04 #
DaveyDitzer wrote:
I have a Nikon D5300. I believe I registered it, but never received any firmware update notices. Are there any hazards or risks associated with firmware updates?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Go to service and support. Follow the directions. I also have a Nikon D5300. the last firmware Update, Ver 1.01 was in Jan, 2016. There was also a distortion control update in august 2016. Your menu will tell you which ones you have installed.
Mar 26, 2017 10:43:19 #
DaveyDitzer wrote:
I have a Nikon D5300. I believe I registered it, but never received any firmware update notices. Are there any hazards or risks associated with firmware updates?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Nikon will not notify you even if you do register. You just have to check now and then. Yes, there are some risks, but if you follow the instructions, those risks are mitigated.
Firmware is software in the camera that tells it what to do as you take photos. It isn't uncommon for any manufacturer to come to the realization that functions in a particular model need to be adjusted for more accurate operation. So, they release a firmware update to fix it. Plus, if there are new features, that's how they add them to your camera.
Install every firmware update . . . . carefully. Read the instructions.
Mar 26, 2017 13:39:17 #
Carl A wrote:
How many check your camera firmware and how often
Once a month for the first year of a new camera's life. About every quarter after that. Panasonic provides frequent updates for its better, recent cameras. My GH4 is at 2.6.
Use a freshly charged battery you trust, or an AC adapter, during the update process.
Mar 26, 2017 23:35:53 #
Bill_de wrote:
I don't know what I signed up to on the Nikon site years ago, but I get a pop-up notice on my computer whenever there is a firmware or software update.
However, if you register your products on Nikon's site you can get an email notification. It's choice three under e-mail preferences.
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However, if you register your products on Nikon's site you can get an email notification. It's choice three under e-mail preferences.
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Good to know. Now I realize why I don't receive firmware update notifications from Nikon. Thought it should be automatic when I register my gear on the site. Who knew one had to take an extra step - obviously not yours truly. Thanks, Bill.
Mar 27, 2017 09:34:37 #
Carl A wrote:
How many check your camera firmware and how often
I check my firmware only when I receive information there is an update available. There is no rhyme or reason as to the interval.
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