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Nikon has launched firmware updates for a trio of mirrorless Z-mount lenses that add assist for linear focusing ring rotation when in guide focus mode which makes it simpler to precisely pull focus.
The updates have been in response to person complaints that the focus-by-wire (FBW) or non-linear focusing in Z mount lenses turns into laggy and susceptible to overshooting their focus targets. By including linear guide focus, pulling focus turns into extra correct and simpler to implement.
Nikon’s Z mount mirrorless lenses make the most of a spotlight by wire (FBW) system in autofocus mode, which employs an digital motor to maneuver the lens components out and in of focus. That is totally different from a guide focus ring rotation manipulating the weather and transferring them backwards and forwards with a mechanical ring rotation.
Manual linear focus rings usually go from minimal focusing distance to infinity with a set cease on both finish. This permits the lens to rotate a set quantity, say 270-degreees. Whereas, a focusing by wire system will allow a continuing rotation of the focusing ring with no stops throughout guide focus.
This makes it rather more tough to “pull focus” when taking pictures video for the reason that sooner the ring is spun, the sooner the main target will pull, and in some focus by wire lenses, there may be solely a digital readout, not a printed scale on the lens to go by.
As noticed by Nikon Rumors, a firmware replace is offered for 3 lenses: Model 1.10 for the Nikkor Z50mm f/1.2, model 1.20 for the Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 and model 1.10 for the Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lenses.
Nikon notes that the firmware updates broaden the guide focusing functionality by including a linear focusing possibility when the digital camera is about to guide focusing mode. As well as, the firmware provides assist for [switch focus/control ring roles].
An in-depth set of directions for altering lens firmware may be discovered on the Nikon Obtain web page for individuals who aren’t certain tips on how to carry out the replace. Photographers may also want a reminiscence card and a suitable card reader with a purpose to set up the brand new firmware. As soon as the firmware is up to date, the lens will probably be set for linear focus ring rotation by default. Customers can allow non-linear focusing mode by going into the [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] after which the [Focus Ring Rotation Range] sub-menu.
These options are additionally accessible on the Nikon Z9 digital camera working firmware model 2.0 or newer, in addition to the Z6 II and Z7 II working firmware 1.40 or newer.
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