Nikon just released (as previously reported) firmware updated version 2.20 for the Nikon Z6 and Z7 cameras with CFexpress support and RAW video output. Also, as previously reported, only Sony Type B CFexpress memory cards are supported (available for pre-order at Adorama and B&H). Here are the download links:
The RAW video output capability upgrade will be included free of charge as part of the Nikon Z 6 Filmmaker’s kit bundle: Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon.
Full press releases:
The new Nikon Nikkor Z 24mm f/1.8 S mirrorless lens is now in stock at:
Tamron lens compatibility with Nikon Z cameras (click for larger view)
Tamron released a new firmware update for the SP 15-30mm f/2.8 lens (model A012) which ensures compatibility with the Z system.
Tamron also updated their compatibility table for the Nikon Z series – see the details here and here.
Tamron started a new lens promotion in the US:
A quick update on the upcoming Nikon Z6/Z7 firmware update that is rumored to be announced this week (tomorrow?): the firmware update will bring CFExpress compatibility but only for selected CFExpress memory cards (Sony CFExpress memory cards, for example, I was told). A second firmware will be released later with support for additional CFExpress brands.
The first CFExpress memory cards are already in stock at Adorama and B&H (in the UK as well).
DxO NIK Collection and PhotoLab are on sale (today only):
→ The Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 ZF.2 lens is now $749 off at Adorama, B&H and Amazon. See all discounted Zeiss lenses for F-mount at Adorama and B&H.
→ Nikon F watch now available for sale at the Nikon Museum in Japan.
→ Update on the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens – a reader just got his lens that was originally ordered on January 20 from B&H, so the waiting time is almost one year.
Alik Griffin also tested several XQD memory cards with the Nikon Z6/Z7 mirrorless cameras, here are his results:
| Memory Card | USB Read | USB Write | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delkin | 331.4 MB/s | 204.3 MB/s | Amazon |
| Sony G | 327.3 MB/s | 186.5 MB/s | Amazon |
| Nikon | 326.3 MB/s | 186.8 MB/s | Amazon |
| Lexar 2933x | 321.7 MB/s | 167.4 MB/s | Amazon |
| Sony M 150 | 325.2 MB/s | 108.0 MB/s | — |
| Sony M 80 | 300.3 MB/s | 34.6 MB/s | Amazon |
See also the previous Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7 XQD memory cards comparison:
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