Sony A7 V Firmware Update v2.00

The latest Sony A7 V firmware is now version 2.00. This unfortunately removes the ability to update lens firmware via memory card, you now need to use the Windows or Mac update tool.

To see how over 50 memory cards perform in the Sony A7 V, please visit my Sony A7 V Memory Card Guide.

Firmware v2.00 Benefits and Improvements

• Allows high-quality audio recording (96 kHz, 32-bit float) when the XLR-A4 adapter (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe
• Adds support for the Preset Focus function with lenses that do not have power zoom
  • Some zoom lenses without power zoom are not supported. For more details, please visit the following page: (https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/lens_body/).
• Supports displaying the focal length down to one decimal place
• Allows simultaneous Delete and Rating of images recorded on both memory card slot 1 and slot 2
• Allows the display of folder names and file names during playback
• Allows you to cancel the scheduled transfer of selected images during FTP* transfer
  *FTP = File Transfer Protocol
• Adds support for the following Transfer & Tagging settings:
  • A setting to automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected still images from FTP Import
  • A setting to automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected still images and videos from FTP Upload Preset
  • A setting to automatically protect still images transferred via FTP from FTP Upload Preset
  • A setting for configuring the SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) server
    • The latest version of the Transfer & Taggingsetting is necessary.
      Note:  The Transfer & Taggingsetting may not be available in some countries or regions.
• Supports the Write Digital Signature function for movies as part of Sony’s Camera Authenticity Solution
  • The timing for the provision of licenses (paid) to customers other than certain media outlets is yet to be determined.
  • Services may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Authenticity Catalog Page.
• Supports Scan and Tag, Photo Cropping, and Volume Photography Commandsunder the Volume Photography License
  • Installation of a paid license is required for use.
  • The license is scheduled to become available from late May 2026 onwards.
    Note:  Services may not be available in some countries or regions. 
• Ends support for updating the lens firmware via the menu using a memory card
  Note:  Please use the Windows/Mac OS software update tool to update the lens firmware.
• Fixes an issue where recording may not be possible when shooting movies with the ECM-M1 (sold separately) attached
• Improves the operational stability of the camera

Firmware Downloads

You can download the latest firmware from Sony’s support pages.

• Sony A7V Support Downloads (USA)
• Sony A7V Support Downloads (UK)

How to Update the Firmware

You can update your Sony A7 V firmware either via the Creators App or by downloading the firmware and installing it via memory card.

This video guide documents the memory card method of installing the firmware:

Previous Firmware Version

v1.01

• Fixes an issue where noise may appear in the preview image embedded in RAW files captured with the RAW & HEIF setting
• Fixes an issue where the camera may not power on after being turned off while the Connect while Power Off setting is enabled
  (under Network → Connect/Remote Shoot)
• Improves compatibility with third-party CFexpress Type A memory cards
• Improves the operational stability of the camera

Sony A7 V Guides & Resources