Nikon D5 Camera Firmware 1.10 - Description

Changes from “C” Firmware Version 1.00 to 1.10

- The camera can now record movies up to 29 minutes and 59 seconds long. Movies are recorded across up to 8 files, each up to 4 GB size, which can be joined together using the ViewNX-Movie Editor option in ViewNX-i version 1.2.0 or later.

- An Electronic VR option has been added to the MOVIE SHOOTING MENU. Note that electronic vibration reduction is not available at frame sizes of 3840×2160 or 1920×1080 crop, and that the angle of view is slightly reduced when electronic vibration reduction is in effect.

- A Flicker reduction option has been added to the PHOTO SHOOTING MENU.

- Dynamic-area AF (9 points) has been added to the AF-area mode options available during viewfinder photography.

- Viewfinder Photography Autofocus: Improved camera response when the button assigned Auto-area AF using Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment) > AF-area mode or AF-area mode + AF-ON is pressed to temporarily select auto-area AF.

- Viewfinder Photography Autofocus: Improved tracking when Wide is selected for Custom Setting a5 (3D-tracking watch area) and 3D-tracking is selected for AF-area mode.

- The following changes have been made to the shooting display in the web browser when Silent photography is selected in HTTP server mode: an “SL” (“silent”) icon has been added to the release mode button, the “number of shots remaining” display for continuous release modes now shows the time remaining, and exposure compensation can now be adjusted by up to ±3.

- The file name (extension “.NDF”) is now displayed in HTTP server mode when Image Dust Off data are displayed in a web browser either full frame or in the image viewer.

- The web browser displays for computers, iPads, and Android OS now identify white balance presets 1 through 6 by number when preset manual white balance is selected in HTTP server mode.

- If movie recording is started while the camera is focusing in movie live view, the camera will now stop focusing before beginning recording.

Fixed issues:

- The camera would sometimes record the date of recording incorrectly during leap years and the like.

- The Save/load settings option in the SETUP MENU would only load up to 10 of the up to 20 items that could be stored in “My Menu”.

- The camera would display the encryption key for Direct (access point) connections when searching for wireless networks using Search for wireless network with Direct (access point) selected in the SETUP MENU > Network connection wizard.

- The device would sometimes be unable to connect to the D5 when Connect and exit wizard was chosen with Direct (access point) selected in the SETUP MENU > Network connection wizard.

- The OS X edition of the Wireless Transmitter Utility would not function as expected when used to edit or add profiles for a camera connected via USB if Password protection was enabled for wireless or Ethernet LANs in the Network > Network settings menu.

- The camera would sometimes not correctly display pictures created using the Trim option in the RETOUCH MENU.

- If playback zoom was activated while the memory card access lamp was lit, the picture would sometimes not display correctly or the camera would zoom in on a point other than the active focus point if:

1. RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2 was selected for Role played by card in Slot 2 in the PHOTO SHOOTING MENU,

2. On was selected for Image review in the PLAYBACK MENU,

3. Memory cards were inserted in Slots both 1 and 2, and

4. The NEF (RAW) and JPEG images were different sizes

Viewing the Camera Firmware Version:

- Turn the camera on.

- Press the camera MENU button and select Firmware version in the SETUP MENU to display the camera firmware version.

- Check the camera firmware version.

- Turn the camera off.

Updating the Camera Firmware:

- Create a folder on the computer hard disk and name it as desired.

- Download and run the firmware to extract the following file to a folder named “D5Update”

- Using a card slot or card reader, copy .bin to a memory card that has been formatted in the camera.

- Insert the memory card into the Slot 1 on the camera and turn the camera on.

- Select Network in the SETUP MENU and confirm that OFF is selected for Network connection.

- Select Firmware version in the SETUP MENU and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the firmware update.

- Once the update is complete, turn the camera off and remove the memory card.

- Confirm that the firmware has been updated to the new version.

About Digital Camera Updates:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your camera can improve the device’s overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera’s firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty or the device’s performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camera’s firmware be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has been encountering, or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful for you.

This process isn’t intended to be destructive, but still, it’s best to save all your personal data and configurations before applying a different firmware. Moreover, make sure that the battery is fully charged and don’t use the camera’s buttons while the installation is in progress.

When it comes to the update method, usually, you must copy the firmware file onto a compatible memory card, insert it into the camera, and browse from the menu to the device’s update section.

However, each device has various ways to enter the update mode and particular steps that should be taken for a successful upgrade, therefore make sure you read the product’s installation guide.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don’t miss the update that will boost your camera’s performance.

It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available

Do not forget to check with our site as often as possible in order to stay updated on the latest drivers, software and games

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver

This will help if you installed a wrong driver

Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer