By admin, on July 16th, 2025
Nikon has rolled out firmware version 3.01 for the Nikon Z8 mirrorless camera. It’s actually a bug fix to the issues that had been raised with the update of firmware version 3.0. The bugs affected the functionality of third-party lenses from manufacturers like Tamron, Viltrox, Meike, 7Artisans, and Sirui Optics.
The Nikon firmware 3.0 was a big, groundbreaking update. We have covered that article in detail. Just after that, Nikon also issued an advisory related to the firmware update of the Nikon 3.0.
Major issues with the firmware 3.0
Shortly after the update, many photographers reported significant compatibility issues with third-party lenses, and we have also received several messages related to the update from our users. The Nikon Z8 was highly affected by some issues, and some of these are:
- Autofocus malfunction: Third-party lenses failing to focus properly when attached to the camera.
- Aperture issues: In some lenses, if autofocus is working properly, then the lens is not responding to the aperture. The aperture of the lens has been frozen after the update or lost control over it.
- Complete incompatibility: In some of the lenses, users have lost all the controls — neither focus nor aperture was responding, and it was a big trouble to them.
Reported Issues with Third-Party Lenses on Nikon Z8 Firmware 3.0
| Manufacturer | Reported Issues | Official Response |
| Tamron | Autofocus failure, aperture control loss | Working on lens firmware updates |
| Viltrox | General compatibility issues | Advised detaching lenses before updating |
| Meike | Limited functionality | Issued a cautionary notice |
| 7artisans | Potential malfunctions | Recommended to avoid updating until resolved |
| Sirui Optics | Incompatibility with Z8 | Urged users to wait for further updates |
After mass reporting of such issues, Nikon has acknowledged the bugs and assured us of a quick solution. Soon after that, on July 16th, they released a firmware update which will soon be available for download to users that will fix most of the issues users are facing with third-party lenses.
Now, the specific details related to firmware 3.01 are very limited for now, but the update promises to fix all the issues that users are facing related to third-party lenses. This specific move reflects Nikon’s commitment to user experience and how active they are in resolving the issues.
Here is the step-by-step method to download the firmware 3.01 of Nikon Z8
| Step | Action |
| 1 | Visit the Nikon Download Center. – https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/550.html |
| 2 | Choose your operating system. |
| 3 | Click “View download page” for the latest firmware (e.g., Z_8_0210.bin).[whatever the updated file is available] |
| 4 | Accept terms, download the .bin file. |
| 6 | Copy Z_8_0210.bin [whatever the updated file is available] to the root directory of a formatted memory card. |
| 5 | Insert the card into the camera Slot 1, and turn on the camera. |
| 6 | Go to MENU > SETUP MENU > Firmware version. |
| 8 | Select “Update” and follow the on-screen instructions. |
| 9 | Confirm update completion, and restart the camera. |
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The article “Big Relief! Nikon Z8 Firmware 3.01 Fixes Third Party Lens Compatibility” written and updated by thenewcamera.com team on 4:33 am, Wednesday, 16 July 2025, Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)| Follow us for more updates and Get LIVE RUMORS –> FACEBOOK | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM to get live news — > get live news + Nikon Rumors 24X7
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