Nikon Adds Animal Detection AF to Z 6 and Z 7 Cameras

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Pet lovers, rejoice! Nikon has just released Firmware v3.0 for its Z 6 and Z 7 Mirrorless Digital Cameras, which adds an all-new Animal Detection AF feature to your camera. Similar to Nikon’s existing Eye AF technology, Animal Detection AF allows your Z-series camera to find the focus of a cat or dog’s eye automatically, thus improving the overall shot. Nikon is confident this new feature will be able to focus on even the furriest of four-legged friends, meaning you’ll get premium pet portraits each and every time. 


Enjoy improved focus tracking with firmware version 3.0.

Of course, Animal Detection AF wasn’t the only new feature Nikon rolled out with the update. Firmware v3.0 also improves the overall operation of focus tracking. Shortcuts to toggle subject tracking on and off more easily were added, as well as an option to assign subject tracking to the Fn button. The new assignment option should make subject tracking easier and more convenient while you’re in EVF or Auto-Area AF mode. 


Nikon has added support for Lexar and ProGrade Digital CFexpress cards in firmware version 3.0 for the Z Series.

Last, but not least, the update adds support for several new accessories, including Nikon’s new NIKKOR Z Lenses and CFexpress cards from both Lexar and ProGrade. Nikon announced support for Sony CFexpress cards less than three months ago, so to see them already expanding that list to include two new brands is very encouraging. 

Firmware v3.0 is free to download and is available right now. For detailed instructions on how to install the new firmware, be sure to check out Nikon’s support page. And, if you have any question about the new update (or the Nikon Z-series in general), be sure to drop us a line below. Better yet, install the new firmware and send your best pet portrait to our Twitter account: @BHPhotoVideo.  

      

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