Nikon 1 J1 Camera Firmware 1.10 for Mac OS Download

Posted at November 4, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

Nikon 1 J1 Camera Firmware 1.10 for Mac OS Description

Changes:

- Support for the Mount Adapter FT1 has been added.
- The FT1 enables the use of Nikon F-mount NIKKOR lenses with the J1.
- Primary specifications are as follows:
- Autofocusing is possible when AF-S lenses are used. However, focus mode must be set to AF-S (Single AF) and AF-area mode is fixed at "Single-point" with only the center focus point used.
- The focus indicator (range finder) can be used with CPU lenses.
- [P], [S], [A], and [M] exposure modes can be used with CPU lenses.
- [A] and [M] exposure modes can be used with non-CPU lenses. Aperture is specified using the aperture ring on the lens.
- Vibration reduction (VR) functions when VR lenses are used. Enable vibration reduction, or specify a setting, using switches on the lens.
- Shooting in Motion Snapshot mode is only possible when focus has been acquired with an AF-S lens.
- The Smart Photo Selector function cannot be used.
- A "Pixel mapping" item has been added to the setup menu. Use this feature when unexpected bright spots are recorded in images.
- For further information regarding "Pixel mapping", download the file indicated below. Adobe’s Acrobat Reader must be installed on your computer to view this file.

Confirming the firmware version

- Turn on the camera.
- Press the camera’s MENU button and select Firmware version from the setup menu.
- The camera's A and B firmware versions will be displayed.
- Turn off the camera.

Installation Procedure:

- Download and extract the new firmware
- Copy the firmware to the memory card
- Insert the memory card containing the firmware into the camera memory card slot.
- Turn the camera on. If you are updating flash unit firmware, turn the flash unit on as well.
- Press the to display the menus.
- Select Firmware version in the setup menu.
- The current firmware version will be displayed. Highlight Update and press the .
- A firmware update dialog will be displayed. Select Yes.
- The update will begin. Follow the on-screen instruction during the update.
- Confirm that the update was completed successfully.
- Turn the camera off and remove the memory card.
- Format the memory card in the camera.

During the update, do not:

- Remove the memory card
- Turn the device off
- Operate device controls
- Attach or remove lenses, mount adapters, or flash units
- Unplug or disconnect the AC adapter
- Remove the battery
- Subject the device to powerful electromagnetic noise

About Digital Camera Updates:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your camera can improve the device’s overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera’s firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty or the device’s performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camera’s firmware be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has been encountering, or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful for you.

This process isn’t intended to be destructive, but still, it’s best to save all your personal data and configurations before applying a different firmware. Moreover, make sure that the battery is fully charged and don’t use the camera’s buttons while the installation is in progress.

When it comes to the update method, usually, you must copy the firmware file onto a compatible memory card, insert it into the camera, and browse from the menu to the device’s update section.

However, each device has various ways to enter the update mode and particular steps that should be taken for a successful upgrade, therefore make sure you read the product’s installation guide.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don’t miss the update that will boost your camera’s performance

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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