The latest firmware version for the Sony A1 is now version 2.01. This addresses a bug found in firmware 2.00.
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Firmware v2.01 Benefits and Improvements
- Support for mobile applications:
- Adds support for the Creators’ App
Notes:- The new Creators’ App mobile application replaces the Imaging Edge Mobile app. The Creators’ App allows you to transfer images from the camera to your smartphone, shoot remotely, and use other various functions.
- Availability depends on the country and region.
- Adds support for the Monitor & Control app
Notes:- The Monitor & Control app connects wirelessly to a camera and enables video monitoring and remote operation using a smartphone or tablet.
- Availability depends on the country and region.
- Adds support for the Creators’ App
- Shooting & playback functions:
- Adds support for the Relay Playback function
- Adds support for Breathing Compensation
Note: For compatible lens information, please refer to this support page. - Adds the Sync Release function that releases the shutters of multiple sub-cameras in conjunction with the main camera’s shutter timing
Note: Remote Camera Tool Ver. 4.1.00 is required to activate this function. - Adds a function that displays the focus frame on the Remote Camera Tool screen when the monitor and viewfinder are turned off
Note: Remote Camera Tool Ver. 4.1.00 is required to activate this function. - Adds support for Image Stabilization with Body-Lens Coordinated control. For compatible lens information, please refer to this support page.
- Adds a function that allows you to narrow down the images to be played back using multiple filtering conditions, such as FTP transfer status
(FTP = File Transfer Protocol) - The maximum number of images that can be recorded in one folder has been increased to 9,999
- Allows Timecode input with the Multi/Micro USB Terminal. You can set the timecode with the source equipment
Note: A dedicated adapter cable, which is sold separately, is required to connect to the timecode source equipment. - Adds support for importing/switching multiple IPTC Presets
(IPTC = International Press Telecommunications Council) - Adds support for C2PA format (The license availability date is undecided)
(C2PA = Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity) - Adds support for Custom Grid Line
Notes:- Availability depends on the country and region.
- Custom Grid Line is available as a paid license.
- FTP transfer & network functions:
- Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators’ Cloud app
Notes:- Availability depends on the country and region.
- Creators’ App Ver. 2.3.1 or later is necessary. Settings must be adjusted in the Creators’ App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators’ App support website.
- You can now automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected movies and still images
- Movies/still images transferred via FTP transfer can now be automatically protected
- You can now transfer specific images with priority during FTP transfer
- Adds support for USB streaming
Note: When connecting to a device with a USB Type-C port, please use a commercially available USB cable or a conversion adapter. - Adds support for SFTP
(SFTP = Secure File Transfer Protocol) - Wireless LAN security now supports WPA3-SAE
- Improves remote shooting and image transfer security when using the Creators’ App and Imaging Edge Desktop software
Note: Please update the Imaging Edge Desktop software to the latest version (Ver. 3.7.0 or later).
- Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators’ Cloud app
- Others:
- Fixes an issue where the camera may not be able to connect to the n
Update overview.
Fixes an issue where the camera may not be able to connect to the network after installing the system software update for Ver. 2.00. We apologize for the inconvenience.
This update also includes the benefits from the Ver. 2.00 update.
Things to keep in mind before performing the update
Make a note of your settings (in case of updating from Ver. 1.32 or lower)After updating to this version, the camera settings will reset to the default values.
Since this update adds functions and major specification changes, the camera settings will be initialized as part of the update process.
We recommend you make a note of all the camera settings before proceeding.
Even if you have saved the settings using the various save features available (such as Save/Load settings and Save/Load FTP settings) the settings before Ver. 1.32 cannot be applied after the update.
Switching from Imaging Edge Mobile to Creators’ AppIf you’re using the Imaging Edge Mobile app, please be aware that updated cameras will no longer be able to connect to this app. After updating your camera, install the Creators’ App.Please make sure the Imaging Edge Mobile app is Ver. 7.7.2 or later in order to pair the camera with the Creators’ App.
If the Imaging Edge Mobile app is not Ver. 7.7.2 or later, update it before trying to pair the camera with the Creators’ App.
For instructions on installing and connecting the camera to the Creators’ App, please refer to Migrating from Imaging Edge Mobile app to Creators’ App.
Additionally, the NFC one-touch connection function used for the camera version 1.32 or earlier will no longer be available.
Read this section before downloading the file.
To install this update, you need to download the Sony Camera Driver first. For details, read the How to download the Sony Camera Driver section in this article.
Firmware Download & Install
You can download the latest firmware from your local Sony support website.
The below links will take you to the correct page to download the firmware. Make sure that you download the correct firmware for your computer (Windows or Mac).
- US: Sony Support
- UK: Sony Support
Important note: Make sure that you read the install instructions, especially for Mac. You will need the latest Sony Camera Driver as well for a successful install on MacOS 10.15, 11, 12.
- Sony Camera Driver (For Mac computers with Apple silicon)
- Sony Camera Driver (For Mac computers with an Intel processor)
On Mac computers with an Apple silicon (Apple M1) processor, you need to change the security policy. Refer to the How to change the security policy on Mac computers with Apple silicon article. For Mac computers with an Intel processor, this step is not necessary.
Previous Firmware Versions
Firmware v2.00
Pulled due to a bug. Features included in 2.01.
Firmware v1.32
- Fixes an issue where the camera may not start when the Mode dial is set to Movie and the NTSC/PAL selector is set to PAL
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
Firmware v1.31
- Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
Firmware v1.30
- Allows you to select M and S sizes in addition to L when using the RAW recording lossless compression method
- Adds the 4:2:2 10bit selection when shooting XAVC HS 8K
- Allows proxy recording during a remote computer connection
- Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
- Fixes an issue where the remote shooting may not work with Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote)
- Improves the stability of the custom white balance
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
Firmware v1.20
- Adds support for FTP transfer in Active Mode
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
Firmware v1.10
- Improves overall AF performance and stability
- Improves operability when using the Remote Camera Tool app
Note: Make sure you have updated the Remote Camera Tool app to the most recent version - Improves eye sensor detection performance with strong light sources, such as sunlight
- Improves operational stability when using the Imaging Edge Mobile apps
- Improves operational stability when using the SEL100400GM, SEL200600G, or SEL600F40GM lens
- Improves the overall stability of the camera
Firmware v1.01
- Fixes an issue where a Picture Profile may be applied even though the Picture Profile feature is set to Off
- Improves the operational stability of the camera when using Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote) or Imaging Edge Mobile
AlphaWorld
There are more features than are listed in the Sony announcement.
For example, this update adds the Home menu that first appeared on the A7R V. It’s the menu that appears under the My Menu, and provides a screen with the current value of a lot of settings, each of them touchable to change them – kind of like a full-screen version of the Fn menu.
I read a list of extra functionality someone compiled, but I can’t find it again.
Key point that cannot be over-stressed: you WILL LOSE YOUR SETTINGS! Version 2.0 install will wipe your settings, including your definitions of custom modes, and you cannot use setting saved on a previous version (no CAMSET files from previous versions, either).
Kay
Hi,
Can anybody tell me what is the advantage of lossless compressed M and S vs. compressed raw? I understand that pixel is reduced however is it still better than compressed?
Thank you,
Stephen Browne
Still no focus breathing compensation for their flagship camera?
Let alone the other features that came out with the A7 IV, pretty disappointing attitude towards loyalty Sony have.
Paul Stuart
yes focus breathing updated
nelson
with Mac OS there are security features you must disable to run the FW updates – check Fred Miranda forums for more details
Paul
Yes indeed. It took me half a day to do the last firmware update. This time will be quicker but if this just makes the camera more stable I don’t think I will bother as I have never had a problem with stability.
Brian
Hello, anyone else having trouble with this update? I’ve tried on both M1 Mac as well as Windows, can’t get either to work for some reason and have no idea why. Thank you for any suggestions/work arounds.
Timothy Mayo
I don’t have an A1 to try it on myself Brian, but in our A1 Shooters Group on Facebook it looks like members have installed it successfully on Mac OS, including those with the new Apple silicon. Normally Windows shouldn’t be a problem. Are you getting any error messages? Make sure you use the original USB cable that came with the camera, some cables won’t work. Use a fully charged battery as well.
Paul
This should help:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbdCw_VhOos