The Nikon Z 9 is a 45.7MP full-frame FX professional mirrorless camera with a built-in vertical grip, stacked BSI CMOS sensor, 20fps RAW burst, and 8K video. It is the flagship of Nikon's Z-system and the company's first camera without a mechanical shutter.
Product released: October 28, 2021
Latest firmware version
Version 5.33, released October 20, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 16:00 UTC
What's new in version 5.33
• Fixed an issue that would cause the camera to stop responding with some lenses.
Version 5.32 - March 31, 2026: • Changed the way the aperture was adjusted on a lens when the standby timer expired. • Fixed an issue where the camera would sometimes stop responding if a pi…
Version 5.31 - January 27, 2026: • Fixed an issue where the focus point would sometimes leave the subject immediately after tracking started when [AF-area mode] was set to [3D-tracking] in pho…
The Nikon Z 9 is a 45.7MP full-frame FX professional mirrorless camera with a built-in vertical grip, stacked BSI CMOS sensor, 20fps RAW burst, and 8K video. It is the flagship of Nikon's Z-system and the company's first camera without a mechanical shutter. It was originally released on October 28, 2021.
What is the latest firmware version of Nikon Z 9?
The latest firmware version of Nikon Z 9 is 5.33. It was released on October 20, 2026.
What changed in Nikon Z 9 firmware version 5.33?
Nikon Z 9 firmware version 5.33 includes the following changes: • Fixed an issue that would cause the camera to stop responding with some lenses.
Where can I download the latest Nikon Z 9 firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Nikon Z 9 firmware (version 5.33) are on Nikon's official release page: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/589/Z_9.html
How often does Nikon release firmware updates for Nikon Z 9?
We have tracked 3 firmware versions of Nikon Z 9.
Is Nikon Z 9 still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Nikon Z 9 received a firmware update within the last month. The most recent version is 5.33.