Nikon Firmware Updates
Feb 28, 2018 00:54:55 #
Nikon just released firmware updates for nine different DSLR cameras. This was first on the Nikon Rumors website where they announced firmware updates for the D4, D4s, Df, D800, D800E, D810, D810A, D7100 and D7200 cameras. Most of the changes are for adding AF-P lens support to these cameras which Nikon had previously said were incompatible with the new AF-P 70-300mm lens.
At first it seemed to be great news, but in reading some of the comments posted by others in the comments section, it seems that this new Nikon firmware update is creating issues with third party lenses. A number of people that have Sigma 35mm f1.4 ART and 50mm f1.4 ART lenses have reported that after downloading the new firmware, their Sigma lenses did not autofocus properly anymore.
Just something to be aware of if anyone plans on updating their cameras with the new firmware so they can use the Nikon AF-P lenses and also has Sigma lenses.
At first it seemed to be great news, but in reading some of the comments posted by others in the comments section, it seems that this new Nikon firmware update is creating issues with third party lenses. A number of people that have Sigma 35mm f1.4 ART and 50mm f1.4 ART lenses have reported that after downloading the new firmware, their Sigma lenses did not autofocus properly anymore.
Just something to be aware of if anyone plans on updating their cameras with the new firmware so they can use the Nikon AF-P lenses and also has Sigma lenses.
Feb 28, 2018 04:17:45 #
Vince68 wrote:
Nikon just released firmware updates for nine diff... (show quote)
I can't say how this one will work out, but in the past, Sigma in particular has been good about making an upgrade available for their lenses, provided they aren't too old and no longer upgradeable. I have a 100-300 that will likely fit into the not upgradeable category, but I expect that my docked lens will be fine. Only time will tell.
Feb 28, 2018 07:12:00 #
Vince68 wrote:
Nikon just released firmware updates for nine diff... (show quote)
Thanks. I am seriously considering skipping this upgrade, especially with the potential issues raised. I don't have an AF-P lens and the microphone upgrade isn't an issue for me.
Feb 28, 2018 07:35:21 #
Gene51 wrote:
I can't say how this one will work out, but in the past, Sigma in particular has been good about making an upgrade available for their lenses, provided they aren't too old and no longer upgradeable. I have a 100-300 that will likely fit into the not upgradeable category, but I expect that my docked lens will be fine. Only time will tell.
I guess purchasing third party lenses always entails some risks but in my experience the benefits frequently outweigh them.
Feb 28, 2018 09:08:47 #
Vince68 wrote:
Nikon just released firmware updates for nine diff... (show quote)
Thanks for the heads-up! Looks like I have some reading to do.
Feb 28, 2018 10:44:19 #
Thnx for the heads up ... I never use 3rd party lenses .., my D810 thnx U .., 2 ...
Feb 28, 2018 11:01:32 #
I have only one AF-P lens. Nikon 10-20 and I don't have any trouble with it. all my other lenses are Sigma and Tamron. much more expensive than the Nikon. I won't be updating anything.
Feb 28, 2018 14:32:00 #
Feb 28, 2018 17:09:27 #
blackest wrote:
I emailed Sigma asking if the Nikon Firmware which will allow the previously incompatible Nikon cameras to use the AF-P lenses would affect any of the ART series lenses, specifically the autofocus, but I have not heard back from them as of yet.
When and/or if I get a reply from them I will post it here.
Feb 28, 2018 18:49:24 #
Dr.Nikon wrote:
Thnx for the heads up ... I never use 3rd party lenses .., my D810 thnx U .., 2 ...
Too bad. You are missing tremendous opportunities to enhance your images. But as long as you are happy, more power to you.
Mar 1, 2018 05:58:57 #
What's a firmware update? I've never done one. How does one do it? I have a D7100.
Mar 1, 2018 07:32:19 #
Mar 1, 2018 07:34:26 #
I see the D500 was not on your list of cameras with firmware upgrade. It’s been a while since that cameras firmware was upgraded.
Mar 1, 2018 07:36:23 #
David in Dallas wrote:
What's a firmware update? I've never done one. How does one do it? I have a D7100.
Firmware is software that is embedded in a piece of hardware. You can think of firmware simply as "software for hardware." You can learn more at Nikon's site.
http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/index.html
Mar 1, 2018 08:10:48 #
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