When will the next firmware release be out to fix the many outstanding issues with this camera?
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Potential buyer asks... Mind telling me about the many outstanding issues? Thanx!
582202
I'd try returning the camera, I returned mine a month after purchase. Just go to your Amazon account and click on returns...see what happens :) Good luck!
551831
This was my biggest beef. For such an expensive item and in todays world we should be able to get firmware updates. I am not aware of any way to update the firmware. I hope someone can prove me wrong. I do own it despite my concern.
1497103
Not sure what is the problem you are having. I didn't have any problem with mine. It's great camera.
722365
it's been a while but I'm quite certain all of those come with it 1 piece of advice...go to Nikon's website download the updates improves performance.
40233
I updated the firmware but the problem persists. I am planning to return it.
181624
I have been waiting for about six weeks. It sounds like an awesome camera, but I am about to cancel my order. I can't seem to get any answers.
960719
I ordered this camera a month ago and it came with 1.14.1.21 firmware installed. I also had a FI9805 from a previous order that I had to install the latest firmware on to. The process was simple and we'll documented on their site.
1875954
I had same issue. Time to get new camera. Mine died just two days after warranty.
2211216
I just bought mine 2 weeks ago - no problems, just upgrade firmware first thing.
426871
If you email the company you bought it from ( via Amazon ) they should be able to help. Be aware the site is in Chinese so you'll have to ask in advance for a translated link... I hope this helps. I don't recall the link nor did I save it but I was sent one... It wasn't really an update... they took the firmware back one step and it seemed to help though it has not totally corrected the problem. My camera will work fine for a while then go through a phase of restarting and losing connection. I have to unplug it, count to 30, and then plug the ac adapter in again and it will work again for a while. Very problematic with no apparent resolution available.
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check out dpreview.com in the Nikon forum. Seems like all cameras thru #3114394 have the defect. I think this represents ~2.5 months' worth of sales, *plus* whatever is in the inventory pipeline.
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The firmware needs to be updated to v1.02, then the Camera must be reset by:1. Remove your batteries and close the BATTERY door. 2. Hold down the ON/OFF switch for 1 minute. This drains the camera of all of its energy, causing the camera to reset itself. 3. Replace the batteries (fully charged) and power on.This resolves the battery issue, but remember the camera will stop recording 1080p 60fps after the 4Gb recording limit is reached, so you have to hit the record button again to continue if using that video mode. The other HD modes records for 30mins., and SD mode (640 x 480) 1 hour. The firmware needs to be updated to v1.02, then the Camera must be reset by:1. Remove your batteries and close the BATTERY door. 2. Hold down the ON/OFF switch for 1 minute. This drains the camera of all of its energy, causing the camera to reset itself. 3. Replace the batteries (fully charged) and power on.This resolves the battery issue, but remember the camera will stop recording 1080p 60fps after the 4Gb recording limit is reached, so you have to hit the record button again to continue if using that video mode. The other HD modes records for 30mins., and SD mode... » Read More The firmware needs to be updated to v1.02, then the Camera must be reset by:1. Remove your batteries and close the BATTERY door. 2. Hold down the ON/OFF switch for 1 minute. This drains the camera of all of its energy, causing the camera to reset itself. 3. Replace the batteries (fully charged) and power on.This resolves the battery issue, but remember the camera will stop recording 1080p 60fps after the 4Gb recording limit is reached, so you have to hit the record button again to continue if using that video mode. The other HD modes records for 30mins., and SD mode (640 x 480) 1 hour. « Show Less
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The latest firmware is still 1.03, I believe. The one I got from Amazon back in June was the latest version 1.03.
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Our camera is still working beautifully; I have not heard whether others have had issues. Good luck!
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I have had two lumix zs8 cameras and both had the same issue within less than 5 months! Lovw everything else about the camera...
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no, returning this one, a big disappointment, one of the worst point and shoot i've owned, the flash is the worst among other problems no amount of firmware will ever fix