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NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR Firmware

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  • • This service supplies software that can be used to update the firmware for NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lenses to version 1.01. You will not need to download or install this update if the firmware listed above is already installed.
  • • This firmware update is performed with a NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens attached to a camera. See “Compatible Cameras” for a list of compatible cameras.
  • • When updating the firmware, mount the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR directly on the camera; do not attach the teleconverter.
  • • To perform the update, you will need the memory card used in the camera and a compatible card reader.
  • • Read the information below before proceeding.
Compatible Cameras

The following cameras can be used to update the firmware for NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lenses:

  • • Z-series cameras

Note: Updates can be performed for you by a Nikon-authorized service representative.

Changes from Firmware Version 1.00 to 1.01
  • • Fixed an issue that focus may be inaccurate at a focus distance of infinity with a focal length around 400mm to 600mm in a low temperature environment.
Viewing the Lens Firmware Version
  1. Attach a NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens to the camera and turn the camera on.
  2. Press the camera MENU button and select [SETUP MENU] > [Firmware version] to display the camera and lens firmware versions.
  3. Check the firmware version.
  4. Turn the camera off.
Product Description
Name NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR Firmware Version 1.01
Supported lenses NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Supported lens firmware versions Firmware version 1.00
File name MLZ180_600F56_63VR0101.bin
Copyright Nikon Corporation
Reproduction Not permitted
Updating the Lens Firmware
  1. Download the following firmware file to your computer.
    Please make sure you have the downloaded firmware file on your computer.
    • MLZ180_600F56_63VR0101.bin (the lens firmware)
  2. Using a card slot or card reader, copy “MLZ180_600F56_63VR0101.bin” to a memory card that has been formatted in the camera.
    Note: Be sure to copy the firmware to the root (top-most) directory of the memory card. The camera will not recognize the new firmware if it is placed in a folder under the root directory.
  3. Insert the memory card into the camera and turn the camera on.
  4. Select [SETUP MENU] > [Firmware version] and follow the on-screen instructions to perform the firmware update.
  5. When a message is displayed stating that the update is complete, turn the camera off and remove the memory card.
  6. Turn the camera on and confirm that the firmware has been updated to the new version.

Note: Updates can be performed for you by a Nikon-authorized service representative.

End User License Agreement

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    MLZ180_600F56_63VR0101.bin
    (Approx. 2.18 MB)

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    MLZ180_600F56_63VR0101.bin
    (Approx. 2.18 MB)

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