New firmware update for the Nikon Z50II
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Nikon Z50II with the NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens
Nikon gives the Z50II a firmware update with the following changes:
■ Still Photography/Video Recording
• Changed the following item names in Picture Controls:
- [Cloud Picture Control] changed to [Imaging Recipe].
- [Add Cloud Picture Control files] under [Set Picture Control] in the photo shooting and video recording menus changed to [Download Imaging Recipes].
■ Controls
• Added [On saving user settings] to [Save focus position] in the [SETUP MENU].
■ Displays
• Added [Automatic monitor display switch] to the [SETUP MENU].
■ Network
• Added [Wi-Fi Always ON] to [Connect to smart device] > [Wi-Fi connection (AP mode)] in the [NETWORK MENU].
• Added [Inactive connection timeout] to [Connect to FTP server] > [Options] in the [NETWORK MENU].
■ Other Changes
• Aperture is no longer restricted when recording videos in mode S (Shutter-priority auto).
• Changed the specifications for uninterrupted video output to HDMI devices such as external monitors when recording ended.
Nikon Z50II with the NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens
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