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Zeiss ZX1 Firmware Update 1.4 Released

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Zeiss released a new firmware update version 1.4 and for the ZX1 camera. The good thing is that there is no need to download any files. This Zeiss ZX1 Firmware Update 1.4 gets downloaded directly to your camera over Wi-Fi and you can continue to take pictures during the process.

Zeiss has announced a major firmware update for its $6,000 Android-powered ZX1 camera . The new Firmware Update Version 1.4 adds face-detection autofocus, an updated version of Adobe Lightroom and more.

The US price is $6,000.  Zeiss ZX1 Camera available at Adorama, B&H.

  • Autofocus with face detection
  • Full-res DNG rendering in Gallery mode
  • Adobe Lightroom (V6.2)
  • Support of the ZX1 Companion App for iOS and Android
  • Support for multiple recipients when sharing via link or email • Auto-completion for known email addresses
  • New languages: French, Italian and Spanish are supported

Zeiss ZX1 Firmware Update 1.4 Released

Zeiss ZX1 Firmware Update Version 1.4 Details

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  • Autofocus with face detection
    o Selecting the recognized face to focus in live view is possible
    o This new AF area mode works simultaneously with both AF-Single and Continuous mode
  • Full-res DNG rendering in Gallery mode
    o Magnification up to 100% with full detail representation from the Gallery when shooting in RAW format
  • Adobe Lightroom™ (V6.2)
    o New Lightroom version integrated
  • Support of the ZX1 Companion App for iOS and Android
    o Remote control of camera with live preview streamed on smartphone
    o Geotagging function via smartphone GPS
  • Support for multiple recipients when sharing via link or email
  • Auto-completion for known email addresses
  • New languages: French, Italian and Spanish are supported

Bug fixes / improvements:

  • AF consistency further improved
  • Battery consumption in sleep mode reduced
  • Support for special characters in usernames for FTPS server

Download link:

Zeiss ZX1 Firmware Version 1.4

Zeiss ZX1 is similar to the Sony RX1, looks like it would be cheaper than upcoming Leica Q2 camera. Check availability at Adorama, B&H.