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NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Firmware

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  • • This service supplies software that can be used to update the firmware for NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lenses to version 1.01. You will not need to download or install this update if the firmware listed above is already installed.
  • • This firmware update is performed with a NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens attached to a camera. See “Compatible Cameras” for a list of compatible cameras.
  • • To perform the update, you will need the memory card used in the camera and a compatible card reader.
  • • Read the information below before proceeding.
Compatible Cameras

The following cameras can be used to update the firmware for NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lenses:

  • • Z-series cameras

Note: Updates can be performed for you by a Nikon-authorized service representative.

Changes from Firmware Version 1.00 to 1.01
  • • Fixed an issue that in rare circumstances would cause interruption of video recording with a message “Recording interrupted” displayed on the camera when the lens zoom ring is operated during recording.
Viewing the Lens Firmware Version
  1. Attach a NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens to the camera and turn the camera on.
  2. Press the camera MENU button and select [SETUP MENU] > [Firmware version] to display the camera and lens firmware versions.
  3. Check the firmware version.
  4. Turn the camera off.
Product Description
Name NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Firmware Version 1.01
Supported lenses NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Supported lens firmware versions Firmware version 1.00
File name F-MLZDX18_140F35_63VR-V0101W.exe
System requirements
  • Microsoft Windows 11
  • Microsoft Windows 10
  • Microsoft Windows 8.1
Note: Card reader and computer required.
Copyright Nikon Corporation
Archive type Self-extracting
Reproduction Not permitted
Updating the Lens Firmware
  1. Create a folder on the computer hard disk and name it as desired.
  2. Download F-MLZDX18_140F35_63VR-V0101W.exe to the folder created in Step 1.
  3. Run F-MLZDX18_140F35_63VR-V0101W.exe to extract the following file to a folder named “ZDX18_140F35_63VRUpdate”:
    • MLZDX18_140F35_63VR0101.bin (the lens firmware)
  4. Using a card slot or card reader, copy “MLZDX18_140F35_63VR0101.bin” to a memory card that has been formatted in the camera.
    Note: Be sure to copy the firmware 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.
  5. Insert the memory card into the camera and turn the camera on.
  6. Select [SETUP MENU] > [Firmware version] and follow the on-screen instructions to perform the firmware update.
  7. When a message is displayed stating that the update is complete, turn the camera off and remove the memory card.
  8. Turn the camera on and 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:
Z-series_FirmUp_Win_En.pdf (PDF) (0.30 MB)

Note: Updates can be performed for you by a Nikon-authorized service representative.

Product Description
Name NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Firmware Version 1.01
Supported lenses NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Supported lens firmware versions Firmware version 1.00
File name MLZDX18_140F35_63VR0101.bin
Copyright Nikon Corporation
Reproduction Not permitted
Updating the Lens Firmware
  1. Download the following firmware file to your computer.
    Please make sure you have the downloaded firmware file on your computer.
    • MLZDX18_140F35_63VR0101.bin (the lens firmware)
  2. Using a card slot or card reader, copy “MLZDX18_140F35_63VR0101.bin” to a memory card that has been formatted in the camera.
    Note: Be sure to copy the firmware 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.
  3. Insert the memory card into the camera and turn the camera on.
  4. Select [SETUP MENU] > [Firmware version] and follow the on-screen instructions to perform the firmware update.
  5. When a message is displayed stating that the update is complete, turn the camera off and remove the memory card.
  6. Turn the camera on and confirm that the firmware has been updated to the new version.

Note: Updates can be performed for you by a Nikon-authorized service representative.

End User License Agreement

  • Download

    F-MLZDX18_140F35_63VR-V0101W.exe
    (Approx. 717.48 KB)

  • Download

    MLZDX18_140F35_63VR0101.bin
    (Approx. 851.79 KB)

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