ML-L7 Bluetooth Remote Control

[Blisqua]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

 

[rumple]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

For "why" you would need to ask Nikon.

As for "how", the WR-R11a/WR-T10 set is a remote release with other functionality, such as synchronizing bodies. Snapbridge or NX Tether are also remote release possibilities.

 

[Blisqua]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

For "why" you would need to ask Nikon.
As for "how", the WR-R11a/WR-T10 set is a remote release with other functionality, such as synchronizing bodies. Snapbridge or NX Tether are also remote release possibilities.

But then you're expected to put a ridiculous, bulky receiver on the body, when it has built-in Bluetooth and WiFi.

 

[JustSomeone]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

For "why" you would need to ask Nikon.
As for "how", the WR-R11a/WR-T10 set is a remote release with other functionality, such as synchronizing bodies. Snapbridge or NX Tether are also remote release possibilities.

But then you're expected to put a ridiculous, bulky receiver on the body, when it has built-in Bluetooth and WiFi.

As already said, ‘why’ are always for the manufacturer, rarely anyone else would know reason why this and why that apart from decision makers within each organisation. Even most staff at said organisations don’t know the reasons why.

 

[rumple]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

For "why" you would need to ask Nikon.
As for "how", the WR-R11a/WR-T10 set is a remote release with other functionality, such as synchronizing bodies. Snapbridge or NX Tether are also remote release possibilities.

But then you're expected to put a ridiculous, bulky receiver on the body,

The WR-R11a is not bulky. It is by far the smallest device of its type that I know of, and has the distinct advantage of not requiring batteries.

when it has built-in Bluetooth and WiFi.

Well, you've got me there

But it's back to the 'why' question. Only Nikon knows.

If you want to use Bluetooth, Snapbridge. If you prefer WiFi, NX Tether.

 

[Blisqua]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

For "why" you would need to ask Nikon.
As for "how", the WR-R11a/WR-T10 set is a remote release with other functionality, such as synchronizing bodies. Snapbridge or NX Tether are also remote release possibilities.

But then you're expected to put a ridiculous, bulky receiver on the body,

The WR-R11a is not bulky. It is by far the smallest device of its type that I know of, and has the distinct advantage of not requiring batteries.

when it has built-in Bluetooth and WiFi.

Well, you've got me there
But it's back to the 'why' question. Only Nikon knows.

If you want to use Bluetooth, Snapbridge. If you prefer WiFi, NX Tether.

Do you really think this big plastic thing attached to your camera isn't bulky and ridiculous?

 

[Peter3579]

let me tell you I have both and much prefer the WR method.

The ML-L7 is fiddly to use. It appears to need re-paring every time you turn on the camera.

 

[rumple]

Do you really think this big plastic thing attached to your camera isn't bulky and ridiculous?

Not sure if you're trolling. It weighs 0.6 oz and is tiny, barely over an inch in any dimension. I never notice it. If you do, or think you would, I commend to you a classic tale .

But if you don't want that, there is Snapbridge and NX Tether.

 

[rumple]

let me tell you I have both and much prefer the WR method.

The ML-L7 is fiddly to use. It appears to need re-paring every time you turn on the camera.

I have one for a P1000. But yes, I prefer the WR-T10, if only because it is smaller in the pocket.

 

[JustSomeone]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

For "why" you would need to ask Nikon.
As for "how", the WR-R11a/WR-T10 set is a remote release with other functionality, such as synchronizing bodies. Snapbridge or NX Tether are also remote release possibilities.

But then you're expected to put a ridiculous, bulky receiver on the body,

The WR-R11a is not bulky. It is by far the smallest device of its type that I know of, and has the distinct advantage of not requiring batteries.

when it has built-in Bluetooth and WiFi.

Well, you've got me there
But it's back to the 'why' question. Only Nikon knows.

If you want to use Bluetooth, Snapbridge. If you prefer WiFi, NX Tether.

Do you really think this big plastic thing attached to your camera isn't bulky and ridiculous?

It really isn’t!!

 

[JustSomeone]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

By the way, what’s your need for a remote? If it’s for landscape or long exp photos, a self timer or exposure delay is all you need.

 

[24Peter]

let me tell you I have both and much prefer the WR method.

The ML-L7 is fiddly to use. It appears to need re-paring every time you turn on the camera.

Peter! You're right - the original ML-L7 was horrible! But then I got a couple of these babies and I paired them once in April 2023 and they never needed pairing again. To this day October 2025 they remain paired and work perfectly! Much better tactile response on the buttons too! Highly recommended!

https://a.co/d/9X8StcX

 

[24Peter]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?

I'm with you Blisqua! Let's get a petition going!

 

[bing041]

If the Nikon ML-L7 Bluetooth remote control can work with the Z30, Z5, Z50, Z50 II, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7 II, Zf, and Zfc, why won't they make it work with the Z8 or Z9?