Firmware Updates
Models with User-Upgradeable Firmware:
The newest Nissin Digital flash units and commanders have firmware that you can update yourself by downloading a firmware file to your computer and update the units using a micro SD card.
Models with Non User-Upgradeable Firmware:
Firmware updates are available for Nissin USA and Canada customers through our California office for the following current and discontinued non user-upgradeable Nissin flash models purchased from an authorized US reseller: MF-18, Di700A, i60A, i40, i400, i600, Air 1, and Air R.
Customers not in the US or Canadian markets should contact their local distributor for information on firmware updates.
The latest firmware versions for the MF18 are as follows (as of September 2022):
Canon: xx.xx.09.07 in January 2022
Nikon: xx.xx.12.09 in March 2022
Sony: xx.xx.51.51 release version
Customers requesting a firmware update are responsible for shipping the flash to ExpoImaging's California address. There is a $40 firmware update fee, which includes the shipping cost of return shipping to customers located in the United States. International customers are responsible for the cost of return shipping.
To request a firmware update, please email us at info@expoimaging.com, (or fill out our contact form). Please be sure to include the flash model and current firmware.
You can check the firmware version of your flash by following the instructions located on the manufacturer's website: www.nissindigital.com
Once your flash is received, the firmware will be updated and the flash shipped to you within 5 business days.
Older Discontinued Flashes That Are No Longer Supported:
The following discontinued Nissin flashes are no longer supported, and the firmware cannot be updated: MG8000, Di466, Di622, Di622 Mk II, Di866, Di866 Mk II.
Please review our current list of discontinued Nissin flashes.