Nikon ZR compatibility and firmware guide

Caution: Updating the Firmware

Do not update the camera firmware with lenses other than Z-mount NIKKOR lenses or mount adapters other than FTZ II/FTZ attached; failure to observe this precaution could result in camera malfunction.

current firmware

v1.11

Released March 2026

lens mount status

Fully compatible — Z-mount

Nikkor, Viltrox tested

Firmware history

Version

Release date

What changed

Worth updating for?

1.11

Fixed shutter speed changed while in [High-frequency flicker reduction]

camera touch control fixed

Not necessary

1.10

Lots of changes under “Video Recording”, “Controls”, “Displays”, and “Network”

Video Recording changes, LUTs to 50, power-on lamp

Yes – many changes

Lens quick list

  • Nikkor 50mm F1.4 — native, full compatibility
  • Nikkor 40mm — native, full compatibility
  • Nikkor  DFX12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ — native, full compatibility
  • Nikkor DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 — native, full compatibility
  • Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7 Z — 3rd party, full compatibility
  • Fujinon lenses — 3rd party, full compatibility
  • Boryoza FX – NIK-Z — 3rd party adapter

Known quirks

  • Update your camera with only Nikkor Z lenses

Written and tested by Gregor. Firmware and compatibility notes last verified: 8.2026. Reviewed every 1–2 months.