Nikon D5300 and D5500 Firmware Updates Version 1.01 Released

Nikon released the new firmware updates version 1.01 for its entry-level D5300 and D5500 DSLR cameras. The new firmware update version 1.01 adds support for the new AF-P Nikkor lenses and fixes several issues.

Download Nikon D5300 firmware update version 1.01

  • AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR and AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G lenses are now supported. Vibration reduction can be enabled or disabled using the new Optical VR option in the photo SHOOTING MENU, which is displayed when an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR lens is attached.
  • The following issues have been addressed:
    – Choosing negative values for Exposure compensation in the RETOUCH MENU > NEF (RAW) processing display did not have the desired effect.
    – Continued scrolling of the menus for some languages would cause the camera to freeze.

Download Nikon D5500 firmware update version 1.01

  • AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR and AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G lenses are now supported. Vibration reduction can be enabled or disabled using the new Optical VR option in the photo SHOOTING MENU, which is displayed when an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR lens is attached. The CUSTOM SETTING MENU now contains an a5 Manual focus ring in AF mode option that can be enabled or disabled when an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR or AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G is attached.
  • The following issues have been addressed:
    – Noise would occur at four-second intervals in audio output to external recorders connected via HDMI in movie live view.
    – Choosing negative values for Exposure compensation in the RETOUCH MENU > NEF (RAW) processing display did not have the desired effect.
    – Selecting ON for Exposure smoothing during interval timer photography would result in all shots after the first being overexposed.

The Nikon D5300 with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II lens is currently on sale ($200 off) at Amazon for $696.95. And the Nikon D5500 with 18-55mm VR II Kit is now $150 off at Amazon for $846.95.

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