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 P950 cameras to version 1.3. Before proceeding, 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.
Changes from Firmware Version 1.2 to 1.3
• Fixed the following issues:
- Pictures taken using [Multiple exp. Lighten] > [Star trails] would be overexposed.
- The camera would sometimes stop responding to all control inputs when photographs were taken at a setting of [Continuous H: 120 fps] or [Continuous H: 60 fps].
Changes from Previous Versions
Changes from Firmware Version 1.1 to 1.2
• Fixed the following issues:
- Horizontal lines would appear in pictures shot in [Continuous H] release mode using [Subject tracking].
- The order in which pictures were displayed in the SnapBridge [Download pictures] thumbnail list would sometimes change.
Note: Update SnapBridge to version 2.8.3 or later.
Changes from Firmware Version 1.0 to 1.1
• Fixed an issue that caused pairing between the camera and devices running the SnapBridge app under iOS 14 or iPadOS 14 to fail.
Viewing the Camera Firmware Version
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 P950 Firmware Version 1.3
Supported cameras
COOLPIX P950
Supported firmware versions
Versions 1.0–1.2
File name
F-P950-V13W.exe
Operating system
Microsoft Windows 11
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 8.1
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-P950-V13W.exe to the folder created in Step 1.
Run F-P950-V13W.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 and turn the camera on.
Note: Be sure the card is not locked (write protected).
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: 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 P950 Firmware Version 1.3
Supported cameras
COOLPIX P950
Supported firmware versions
Versions 1.0–1.2
File name
F-P950-V13M.dmg
Operating system
macOS Monterey version 12
macOS Big Sur version 11
macOS Catalina version 10.15
macOS Mojave version 10.14
macOS High Sierra version 10.13
macOS Sierra version 10.12
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-P950-V13M.dmg.
Double-click the F-P950-V13M.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 and turn the camera on.
Note: Be sure the card is not locked (write protected).
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: 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
