Summary
- Nikon has released firmware version 1.01 for the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 and NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
- The update applies to lenses currently running firmware version 1.00
- The change improves startup reliability
- Installation is performed through a compatible Nikon Z or Nikon Z Cinema camera
- The firmware files are MLZ35F140101.bin and MLZ50F140101.bin
Nikon has released new firmware for the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 and NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 lenses.
The company has made firmware version 1.01 available for the two Nikon Z prime lenses, with the update intended for models still running firmware version 1.00.
The update matters because it improves startup reliability by changing the position of the focusing lenses when the camera is turned off.
What changes with the new firmware
According to Nikon, firmware version 1.01 for the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 and NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 changes the position of the focusing lenses when the camera is powered off.
This change is intended to improve startup reliability. It is not an update that adds new features, but rather a corrective firmware release focused on stable lens operation.
Which lenses are affected
The update applies to the following lenses:
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
In both cases, the firmware is updated from version 1.00 to version 1.01. Users who already have version 1.01 installed do not need to install the update again.
How to install the update
The update is performed with the lens attached to a compatible Nikon Z camera. Installation requires a memory card formatted in the camera, as well as a computer or card reader to transfer the firmware file.
The file must be copied to the root directory of the memory card and not placed inside a folder. The user then inserts the card into the camera, opens the firmware version section from the setup menu and follows the on-screen instructions.
Nikon notes that the lens may move during the firmware update.
Compatible cameras
The update can be performed using Nikon Z series cameras, as well as Nikon Z Cinema cameras.
Nikon also states that the update can be performed by an authorized Nikon service representative.
Firmware files
For the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4, the firmware is here.
For the NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4, the firmware is here.
Both files are approximately 884.54 KB in size.
What we think
This is a small but useful update, especially for photographers who use these two fast prime lenses on a daily basis. Improved startup reliability may not sound dramatic on paper, but corrections like this are important for smooth and dependable system operation.
Frequently asked questions
Which lenses does Nikon’s new firmware update cover?
It covers the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 and NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4.
What is the new firmware version?
The new version is 1.01 and it replaces version 1.00.
What does the update improve?
The update changes the position of the focusing lenses when the camera is turned off, with the goal of improving startup reliability.
Is a specific camera required for installation?
The update is installed with the lens attached to a compatible Nikon Z or Nikon Z Cinema camera.
Is the update needed if the lens already has firmware version 1.01?
No, if the lens already runs version 1.01, the update does not need to be installed again.
