The Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR is the standard kit zoom for DX-format Nikon Z cameras, covering 24-75mm equivalent in a retractable compact design. It is bundled with the Z 50, Zfc, and Z 30 DX mirrorless cameras.
Product released: August 23, 2019
Latest firmware version
Version 1.02, released November 26, 2024
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 04:00 UTC
What's new in version 1.02
• Addressed an issue that, in extremely rare cases, error messages like the following would be displayed while the aperture was being adjusted:
Error. Press shutter-release button to reset.
The Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR is the standard kit zoom for DX-format Nikon Z cameras, covering 24-75mm equivalent in a retractable compact design. It is bundled with the Z 50, Zfc, and Z 30 DX mirrorless cameras. It was originally released on August 23, 2019.
What is the latest firmware version of NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR?
The latest firmware version of NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR is 1.02. It was released on November 26, 2024.
What changed in NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR firmware version 1.02?
NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR firmware version 1.02 includes the following changes: • Addressed an issue that, in extremely rare cases, error messages like the following would be displayed while the aperture was being adjusted:
Error. Press shutter-release button to reset.
Where can I download the latest NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR firmware (version 1.02) are on Nikon's official release page: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/527/NIKKOR_Z_DX_16-50mm_f_35-63_VR.html