The Nikon Z 5 is a 24.3MP full-frame FX mirrorless camera offering an entry point into the Nikon Z system, featuring dual SD card slots and in-body image stabilization. It is the most affordable FX-format Z-system body.
Product released: July 9, 2020
Latest firmware version
Version 1.50, released June 10, 2025
Last checked for updates: Nov 1, 2026 04:01 UTC
What's new in version 1.50
• Added support for the power zoom feature on power zoom lenses.
• [русский (RU)] has been added to the languages available via the [Language] item in the [SETUP MENU] for Z 5 cameras sold in the Middle East.
• Fixed the following issues:
- When an SB-500 flash unit was mounted, changing from spot metering to another metering mode did not change the i-TTL flash control from standard i-TTL fill-flash to i-TTL balanced fill-flash.
- Viewing other pictures in playback zoom display would fail after zooming out a "tall" picture with a pinch gesture.
The Nikon Z 5 is a 24.3MP full-frame FX mirrorless camera offering an entry point into the Nikon Z system, featuring dual SD card slots and in-body image stabilization. It is the most affordable FX-format Z-system body. It was originally released on July 9, 2020.
What is the latest firmware version of Nikon Z 5?
The latest firmware version of Nikon Z 5 is 1.50. It was released on June 10, 2025.
What changed in Nikon Z 5 firmware version 1.50?
Nikon Z 5 firmware version 1.50 includes the following changes: • Added support for the power zoom feature on power zoom lenses.
• [русский (RU)] has been added to the languages available via the [Language] item in the [SETUP MENU] for Z 5 cameras sold in the Middle East.
• Fixed the following issues:
- When an SB-500 flash unit was mounted, changing from spot metering to another metering mode did not change the i-TTL flash control from standard i-TTL fill-flash to i-TTL balanced fill-flash.
- Viewing other pictures in playback zoom display would fa...
Where can I download the latest Nikon Z 5 firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Nikon Z 5 firmware (version 1.50) are on Nikon's official release page: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/552/Z_5.html