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Nikon Z7 - First Mirrorless Generation Camera made for still shooter
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  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    This weekend the Nikon FTZ mount adapter will be included for free with every Z6 and Z7 camera purchase in the US.

  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Nikon Inc. is pleased to announce additional details regarding the development of new firmware for its full-frame mirrorless cameras, the Nikon Z 7 and Nikon Z 6. The firmware in development includes new functions for the Z 7 and Z 6, such as Eye-Detection AF, RAW video output, and support for CFexpress memory cards. In addition, the cameras' AF/AE functions will be further improved.

    The Z series will continue to flexibly respond to changing user needs and offer next-generation features that give users new creative opportunities.

    Functions and capabilities to be added and improved with new firmware:

    1. Support for Eye-Detection AF for still image shooting (scheduled for release in May 2019).
      Eye-Detection AF is convenient for portrait photography. The Eye-Detection AF in development will work not only with the AF-S (Single AF) focus mode that is convenient when photographing still human subjects, but also with the AF-C (Continuous AF) focus mode, which is effective when photographing human subjects that frequently adjust or change their pose. What's more, the function is capable of detecting multiple eyes, from which the user can select the eye upon which the camera should focus, allowing the photographer greater flexibility when photographing multiple people to suit their intent.
    2. Increased AF/AE performance (scheduled for release in May 2019)
      AE (auto exposure) tracking will be newly possible in continuous high-speed (extended) mode, in addition to the AF tracking that existed previously. In addition, low-light AF performance will be improved, enabling faster autofocusing in dark or dimly lit surroundings with both still-image shooting and movie recording.
    3. Support for RAW video output
      Output of 4K UHD and Full HD RAW data stream from the camera will be supported. The output RAW data stream can then be recorded in the compatible RAW format using an external recorder. This will allow users to utilize rich 12-bit colors to achieve flexible color grading.
      Release timing for this feature will be announced at a later date.
    4. Support for CFexpress memory cards
      The new firmware will provide support for CFexpress, a new standard for memory cards. Having passed durability tests in which they were inserted and removed from a camera 12,000 times, these memory cards offer users a greater sense of security. They also offer high-speed performance that will provide users with a more efficient workflow. After upgrading, users will be able to use both CFexpress as well as XQD cards in their camera interchangeably. In addition to the Z 7 and Z 6, in the future, CFexpress memory card support will be added to the Nikon D5 (XQD-Type), Nikon D850, and Nikon D500 digital SLR cameras as well. Release timing for this feature will be announced at a later date.
  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Nikon Z7 Firmware Version 1.03

    • When On is selected for HDMI > Advanced > N-Log setting in the SETUP MENU, Maximum sensitivity now takes effect during movie recording if:
      • the camera is in mode P (programmed auto), S (shutter-priority auto), or A (aperture-priority auto), or
      • the camera is in mode M (manual) and On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO control (mode M) in the MOVIE SHOOTING MENU.
    • Fixed an issue that resulted in third-party software showing an incorrect value for the Exif 35 mm format equivalent focal length field for photographs taken with a non-CPU lens connected via an FTZ mount adapter with the focal length specified using the Non-CPU lens data item in the SETUP MENU.
    • Fixed an issue that resulted in photographs taken using radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting being overexposed if a face was detected with Auto-area AF selected for AF-area mode.

    https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/314.html

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  • eatstoomuchjameatstoomuchjam

    The Z series are not DSLRs.

  • kellar42kellar42

    I for one am not super familiar with these cameras, but it is worth noting Nikon has teamed up with Atomos to offer raw out over HDMI which will mean quite a bit to some people, finally bringing full frame raw to a DSLR.

  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    New firmware

    The Nikon Z Series: Upcoming Firmware on Display

    The Nikon Z series will continue to adapt to changing user needs through the development and roll-out of firmware updates to meet and exceed creative expectations. Taking into account feedback from photographers and creators, Nikon will display three feature updates under development that open creative opportunities for the Z 6 and Z 7. Displays will include:

    • CFexpress - Coming soon to the Z 6 and Z 7 cameras is support for CFexpress, which is compatible with the XQD memory card form-factor.
    • Eye AF - Under development is an Eye AF function, which will automatically detect the subject's eyes to make attaining critical focus on the eyes easier. It will allow users to capture photos in which focus has been clearly acquired on the subject's eye, which is useful for portrait, event and street photography scenarios.
    • RAW Video Support- Nikon is currently developing a feature that works with the ATOMOS Ninja V to output video in RAW format, using the ProRes RAW codec.

    Details, including the release date of new firmware updates, will be shared at a later date.

  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Nikon Z7 Mirrorless Digital Camera for $3080

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/323472400883

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    Nikon Tips Videos

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  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Field test

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    https://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/nikon-z7/nikon-z7A.HTM#shooting2

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  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Meet Nikon management thinking about inevitable

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    https://www.engadget.com/2018/11/22/nikon-z7-full-frame-camera-review/#/

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  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Strong rumors around that Nikon can drop Z7 prices in few steps

    First 20-25% step can follow before year end and two other steps before Photokina 2019.

    Total drop can reach 50-55% and be fastest among compeititon.

    Nikon will also have big cashbacks on lenses up to 30-35% of cost.

  • MikeLinnMikeLinn

  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    e new Z7 firmware update:downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/313.html

    Firmware Version 1.02

    • Fixed an issue that caused the display to flicker if pictures were scrolled during playback zoom after the user had taken pictures using the viewfinder with Prioritize viewfinder selected for monitor mode and then removed his or her eye from the viewfinder before starting playback.
    • Fixed an issue that caused Capture NX-D or ViewNX-i to crash when displaying NEF (RAW) pictures taken with the following options selected for HDR (high dynamic range) in the PHOTO SHOOTING MENU:
      • HDR mode: On (series) or On (single photo)
      • Save individual images (NEF): On
    • Fixed an issue that allowed the camera to exceed the value chosen for ISO sensitivity settings > Maximum sensitivity in the MOVIE SHOOTING MENU if it was from ISO 200 to 20,000 and On was selected for MOVIE SHOOTING MENU > Electronic VR.
    • Updated some help displays.

    |https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/313.html

  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Used bodies already

    https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?InitialSearch=yes&N=0&Ntt=Nikon+Z7&Top+Nav-Search=&sts=ma&usedSearch=1

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  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Another teardown

    Note how they try to present cheap bad use of adhesive for weather sealing as plus

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    Just to make people rent it more and get more money.

    Flat cables locations are better compared to Canon

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    You can literally see lot of young Japanese engineers making this mess

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    More complexity to god of complexity

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  • Vitaliy_KiselevVitaliy_Kiselev

    Firmware v1.01

    • Fixed an issue that in rare circumstances caused the camera to stop responding during burst photography with NEF (RAW) selected for Image quality and On selected for Silent photography in the PHOTO SHOOTING MENU.
    • If Enable release is selected for Slot empty release lock in the SETUP MENU, the Image review option in the PLAYBACK MENU can now be accessed when no memory card is inserted.

    https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/312.html

  • MikeLinnMikeLinn

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