Although your device does not support this download service, it can be used to view download information. Links to downloads can be sent via e-mail for download on a computer.
This software update program is for the customer-owned product listed above (the “affected product”), and is provided only on acceptance of the agreement listed below. By selecting “Accept” and clicking “Download”, you are held to have accepted the terms and conditions of the agreement. Be sure you understand the terms of the agreement before beginning download.
• This service supplies software that can be used to update the firmware for COOLPIX B500 cameras to version 1.5. Before proceeding, select Firmware version in the camera Set up menu and check the camera firmware version. You will not need to download or install this update if the firmware listed above is already installed.
• This update includes all changes made in previous updates.
• Read the information below before proceeding.
Important
Images stored in the camera’s internal memory will be deleted when the firmware is updated. Be sure to back up images stored in the camera’s internal memory before updating the firmware. See the camera manual for instructions on copying images from internal memory to a memory card.
Changes from Firmware Version 1.4 to 1.5
• Fixed the following issue:
- When users attempted to pair the camera with the smart device using the SnapBridge app under iOS 13, pairing would end in failure and a message to that effect would be displayed.
Changes from Previous Versions
Changes from Firmware Version 1.3 to 1.4
• Changed the lens warning displayed when the camera is turned on.
• Fixed an issue that caused a new folder to be created and file numbering to restart from DSCN0001.JPG when certain operations were performed.
Changes from Firmware Version 1.1 to 1.3
• The display when Home time zone or Travel destination is selected in the Set up > Time zone and date > Time zone sub-menu now shows only the names of major cities in the currently selected zone.
Changes from Firmware Version 1.0 to 1.1
• Added support for the iOS version of SnapBridge.
• Updated some help text.
Viewing the Camera Firmware Version
Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on.
Press the camera MENU button to display the menus.
Press the multi selector left to display menu icons, then highlight Set up and press OK.
Highlight Firmware version in the Set up menu and press OK to display the camera firmware version.
Check the camera firmware version.
Turn the camera off.
Product Description
Name
COOLPIX B500 Firmware Version 1.5
Supported cameras
COOLPIX B500
Supported firmware versions
Versions 1.0–1.4
File name
F-B500-V15W.exe
Operating system
Microsoft Windows 10 Home
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro
Microsoft Windows 10 Enterprise
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Enterprise
Note: Card reader or computer with built-in memory-card slot required.
Copyright
Nikon Corporation
Archive type
Self-extracting
Reproduction
Not permitted
Updating the Camera Firmware
Create a folder on the computer hard disk and name it as desired.
Download F-B500-V15W.exe to the folder created in Step 1.
Run F-B500-V15W.exe to extract the firmware to a sub-folder in the new folder. The resulting file and folder hierarchy is shown below:
• firmware (the sub-folder containing the firmware)
• firmware.bin (the camera firmware, located in the “firmware” folder)
Using a card slot or card reader, copy the “firmware” folder to a memory card that has been formatted in the camera.
Note: Be sure to copy the “firmware” folder to the root (top-most) directory of the memory card. The camera will not recognize the new firmware if it is placed in a folder under the root directory.
Insert the memory card into the camera, remove the lens cap, and turn the camera on.
Select Firmware version in the Set up menu and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the firmware update.
Once the update is complete, turn the camera off and remove the memory card.
Confirm that the firmware has been updated to the new version.
Note: We recommend that you back up images stored in the camera’s internal memory before updating the firmware. See the camera manual for information on copying images from internal memory to a memory card.
Note: For more detailed instructions or information on the equipment needed to complete the update, download the following pdf file: CPX_MS_FirmUp_Win_En.pdf (PDF) (0.17 MB)
Note: Updates can be performed for you by a Nikon-authorized service representative.
Updating COOLPIX Camera Firmware in 5 Simple Steps
Product Description
Name
COOLPIX B500 Firmware Version 1.5
Supported cameras
COOLPIX B500
Supported firmware versions
Versions 1.0–1.4
File name
F-B500-V15M.dmg
Operating system
macOS Catalina version 10.15
macOS Mojave version 10.14
macOS High Sierra version 10.13
macOS Sierra version 10.12
OS X 10.11.6
OS X 10.10.5
OS X 10.9.5
OS X 10.8.5
OS X 10.7.5
Mac OS X 10.6.8
Note: Card reader or computer with built-in memory-card slot required.
Copyright
Nikon Corporation
Archive type
Self-extracting
Reproduction
Not permitted
Updating the Camera Firmware
Download F-B500-V15M.dmg.
Double-click the F-B500-V15M.dmg icon to mount a disk image containing the folder and file below:
• firmware (the sub-folder containing the firmware)
• firmware.bin (the camera firmware, located in the “firmware” folder)
Using a card slot or card reader, copy the “firmware” folder to a memory card that has been formatted in the camera.
Note: Be sure to copy the “firmware” folder to the root (top-most) directory of the memory card. The camera will not recognize the new firmware if it is placed in a folder under the root directory.
Insert the memory card into the camera, remove the lens cap, and turn the camera on.
Select Firmware version in the Set up menu and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the firmware update.
Once the update is complete, turn the camera off and remove the memory card.
Confirm that the firmware has been updated to the new version.
Note: We recommend that you back up images stored in the camera’s internal memory before updating the firmware. See the camera manual for information on copying images from internal memory to a memory card.
Note: For more detailed instructions or information on the equipment needed to complete the update, download the following pdf file: CPX_MS_FirmUp_Mac_En.pdf (PDF) (0.14 MB)
Note: Updates can be performed for you by a Nikon-authorized service representative.
Updating COOLPIX Camera Firmware in 5 Simple Steps
