The Nikon D3S is a refined professional full-frame DSLR with a 12.1MP sensor, improved high-ISO performance to ISO 102400, and 720p video recording. It is the successor to the D3 in Nikon's professional sports photography lineup.
Product released: October 14, 2009
Latest firmware version
Version 1.03, released July 13, 2016
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 16:00 UTC
What's new in version 1.03
• Fixed the following issues:
- The battery level indicator would on rare occasions flash if the camera was turned on with Clean at shutdown or Clean at startup & shutdown selected for SETUP MENU > Clean image sensor > Clean at startup/shutdown.
- Two different pictures with the same file number would on rare occasions be recorded to both memory cards if two cards were inserted with Overflow selected for SHOOTING MENU > Slot 2.
The Nikon D3S is a refined professional full-frame DSLR with a 12.1MP sensor, improved high-ISO performance to ISO 102400, and 720p video recording. It is the successor to the D3 in Nikon's professional sports photography lineup. It was originally released on October 14, 2009.
What is the latest firmware version of Nikon D3S?
The latest firmware version of Nikon D3S is 1.03. It was released on July 13, 2016.
What changed in Nikon D3S firmware version 1.03?
Nikon D3S firmware version 1.03 includes the following changes: • Fixed the following issues:
- The battery level indicator would on rare occasions flash if the camera was turned on with Clean at shutdown or Clean at startup & shutdown selected for SETUP MENU > Clean image sensor > Clean at startup/shutdown.
- Two different pictures with the same file number would on rare occasions be recorded to both memory cards if two cards were inserted with Overflow selected for SHOOTING MENU > Slot 2.
Where can I download the latest Nikon D3S firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Nikon D3S firmware (version 1.03) are on Nikon's official release page: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/2/D3S.html