Nikon Z50 II Firmware Update Adds Pro-Release When Using SmallRig SR-RG2 Grip

With NAB 2025 coming to an end, there’s always a bit of a lull in the industry in the few weeks after the massive film and video conference in Las Vegas. Yet, there is still news to be reported. Nikon has rolled out a new firmware update for the Z50 II mirrorless camera that adds some notable new features.The biggest news here is the addition of Pro-Release Capture when using a SmallRig SR-RG2 multifunctional wireless shooting grip. The camera is also set to add the Russian language for models sold in the Middle East versions.Let’s look at all of the updates coming to the Nikon Z50 II with firmware update version 1.01.Nikon Z50II Firmware Version 1.01Again, this isn’t the biggest news in the world, but if you happen to be a video professional who owns both the Nikon Z50 II and the SmallRig SR-RG2 multifunctional wireless shooting grip, you’re going to be very happy today. Along with the added language, the rest of the update is mostly just small tweaks and fixes to a few rare issues. You can read about all of the updates below. Pre-Release Capture is now available using a SmallRig SR-RG2.Added “русский” (Russian) to [Language] in [SETUP MENU] for Z50II cameras sold in the Middle East region.Renamed d13 [Display on during burst] in [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].Fixed the following issues.In rare cases, the camera would stop responding when the camera was reconnected to SnapBridge after it was connected to Nikon Imaging Cloud while connecting to SnapBridge.In synchronized release, pressing the shutter-release button of the master camera halfway initiated autofocus on the remote camera with the following setting selected.[CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] > a6 [AF activation] > [AF-ON only]How to View and Update Firmware VersionsTo download, view, and update this latest firmware version on the Nikon Z50 II, all you have to do is follow these steps below. Turn the camera on.Press the camera MENU button and select [Firmware version] in the [SETUP MENU] to display the camera firmware version.Check the camera firmware version.Turn the camera off.Price and AvailabilityThe new Nikon Z50 II is still a great camera and solid option for all types of creators. To check out all of its features, here’s a breakdown of its specs and purchase options. 20.9MP DX-Format CMOS SensorEXPEED 7 Image ProcessorUHD 4K60p/Full HD 120fps Video RecordingImproved Autofocus, 9 Subject DetectionDedicated Picture Control ButtonPre-Release Capture, 30 fps ShootingBright OLED Electronic Viewfinder3.2" 180° Tilting TouchscreenSD Memory Card SlotBuilt-in Wi-Fi and BluetoothNikon Z50 II Mirrorless CameraA powerful yet compact mirrorless system made for rising creators, the Nikon Z50 II Mirrorless Camera combines a 20.9MP APS-C CMOS sensor and an interchangeable lens mount with a host of flagship features and compatibility with the entire NIKKOR Z lens lineup to elevate your content beyond the smartphone.

Apr 16, 2025 - 19:46

Nikon Z50 II Firmware Update Adds Pro-Release When Using SmallRig SR-RG2 Grip

With NAB 2025 coming to an end, there’s always a bit of a lull in the industry in the few weeks after the massive film and video conference in Las Vegas. Yet, there is still news to be reported. Nikon has rolled out a new firmware update for the Z50 II mirrorless camera that adds some notable new features.

The biggest news here is the addition of Pro-Release Capture when using a SmallRig SR-RG2 multifunctional wireless shooting grip. The camera is also set to add the Russian language for models sold in the Middle East versions.

Let’s look at all of the updates coming to the Nikon Z50 II with firmware update version 1.01.

Nikon Z50II Firmware Version 1.01

Again, this isn’t the biggest news in the world, but if you happen to be a video professional who owns both the Nikon Z50 II and the SmallRig SR-RG2 multifunctional wireless shooting grip, you’re going to be very happy today.

Along with the added language, the rest of the update is mostly just small tweaks and fixes to a few rare issues. You can read about all of the updates below.

Pre-Release Capture is now available using a SmallRig SR-RG2.
Added “русский” (Russian) to [Language] in [SETUP MENU] for Z50II cameras sold in the Middle East region.
Renamed d13 [Display on during burst] in [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU].
Fixed the following issues.
- In rare cases, the camera would stop responding when the camera was reconnected to SnapBridge after it was connected to Nikon Imaging Cloud while connecting to SnapBridge.
- In synchronized release, pressing the shutter-release button of the master camera halfway initiated autofocus on the remote camera with the following setting selected.
  - [CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU] > a6 [AF activation] > [AF-ON only]

How to View and Update Firmware Versions

To download, view, and update this latest firmware version on the Nikon Z50 II, all you have to do is follow these steps below.

Turn the camera on.
Press the camera MENU button and select [Firmware version] in the [SETUP MENU] to display the camera firmware version.
Check the camera firmware version.
Turn the camera off.

Price and Availability

The new Nikon Z50 II is still a great camera and solid option for all types of creators. To check out all of its features, here’s a breakdown of its specs and purchase options.

20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
EXPEED 7 Image Processor
UHD 4K60p/Full HD 120fps Video Recording
Improved Autofocus, 9 Subject Detection
Dedicated Picture Control Button
Pre-Release Capture, 30 fps Shooting
Bright OLED Electronic Viewfinder
3.2" 180° Tilting Touchscreen
SD Memory Card Slot
Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Nikon Z50 II Mirrorless Camera

A powerful yet compact mirrorless system made for rising creators, the Nikon Z50 II Mirrorless Camera combines a 20.9MP APS-C CMOS sensor and an interchangeable lens mount with a host of flagship features and compatibility with the entire NIKKOR Z lens lineup to elevate your content beyond the smartphone.