Nikon released a new firmware update version 3.01 for the Z8 camera with a single fix: Fixed an issue that prevented the camera from operating properly with some lenses. The last firmware update version 3.0 caused issues with some third-party lenses – I assume the new version fixes the problem. Viltrox also warns: don’t update […]
Megadap released new firmware updates to resolve the compatibility issue with the latest Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0: Chinese download site ETZ21 Pro v1.42 direct download link EFTZ21 v1.26 direct download link Update: Fringer has also released a firmware update, which can be found at the bottom of this page. Thanks to Dariusz Breś and […]
The Megadap ETZ21 Pro (Sony E to Nikon Z) autofocus lens adapters are also not compatible with the latest Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0: A similar situation exists with the Techart Z-mount adapters – see this Reddit discussion. Update: issues were also reported with the Fringer EFTZ II adapter.
Viltrox also issued a warning not to update your Nikon cameras’ firmware with third-party lenses attached:
Tamron issued a compatibility notice indicating that some of their lenses “may experience limitations in functionality” when used with the latest Nikon Z8 camera firmware update version 3.00:
The previously reported Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0 is now officially released:
Matt Granger tested the upcoming Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0 and confirmed the previously rumored release date of July 1st, Matt also updated his Nikon Setup Guide to cover the new firmware update – it’s ready to stream or download now: Here is Matt’s video on the Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0:
