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The latest firmware version for the Sony A1 is now version 1.31.

Sony A1 Firmware Update v1.31
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Firmware v1.31 Benefits and Improvements

  • Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera

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).

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.

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

Improvements from previous firmware versions are always included in the latest firmware version. So even if you have missed a couple of firmware versions, you only ever need to install the latest version.

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

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Comments

  1. 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,

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  2. 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.

    Reply

  3. nelson

    with Mac OS there are security features you must disable to run the FW updates – check Fred Miranda forums for more details

    Reply

  4. 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.

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    • 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.

      Reply

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