Nikon has just announced ZR firmware update 1.10, a first for the recently released full-frame cinema camera, adding a range of functional enhancements and features to benefit videographers.
The main takeaways include support for timecode input over a wired connection, making it easier to synchronize with audio recording devices and other cameras. With timecode synchronization simplified, Bluetooth pairing isn’t required. And once synchronized, the timecode continues to run even after disconnecting the generator.
This update also extends the maximum recording time significantly, from 125 minutes to up to 360 minutes (6 hours), making continuous shooting possible even for long recording sessions. This applies to ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 and H.264 formats at various frame rates.
There’s also a new file-naming convention similar to RED’s, which in turn enables more efficient data management, especially when shooting with multiple cameras. This prevents duplicate video file names and makes it easier to handle large numbers of files from several sources.
Newly added features include a function that displays a warning line to indicate the maximum brightness level when recording R3D NE videos in Log3G10, as well as a setting to prevent unintentional battery drain.
What’s more, a power-on lamp energy saver option has now been added to the setup menu, and the number of LUTs that can be viewed while importing from a memory card has been increased from 10 to a maximum of 50.
To find out more and obtain the new free firmware, visit the Nikon download centre.