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DSC-RX100M3 Camera Firmware Update (Windows)

    Applicable Models
    About this download
    System Requirements
    File Info
    Preparation
    Download & Install

    IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.

    This information is for the following models:

    • DSC-RX100M3

    About this download

    Benefits and improvements

    This utility updates the camera firmware to version 2.00 and provides the following benefits:

    Improvements over version 1.20:

    • Improves operability with the MPK-URX100A Underwater Housing:
      • Adds the Underwater Auto feature in the White Balance settings
      • Adds the Flash Off mode when the Flash unit is popped-up
    • Improves the overall stability of the camera

    Benefits provided by previous updates and included in version 2.00:

    • Improves the power-on time after downloading the Smart Remote Control application of the PlayMemories Camera Apps™
    • Resolves an issue where the camera may not power-on in certain situations

    System Requirements

    Operating Systems

    • Windows Vista®
    • Windows Vista® 64-bit
    • Windows® 10
    • Windows® 10 64-bit
    • Windows® 7
    • Windows® 7 64-bit
    • Windows® 8
    • Windows® 8 64-bit
    • Windows® 8.1
    • Windows® 8.1 64-bit

    File Info

    File Name

    • Update_DSCRX100M3V200.exe

    File Version

    • 2.00

    File Size

    • 203 MB

    Release Date

    • 03-29-2017

    Before You Start


    Determine if you need this update

    1. Turn on the camera.
    2. On the camera, select MENU, Setup, and then Version.
    3. If the version number is Ver. 2.00, the camera does not need this update
      .Main Settings Version Number

    Before You Start

    • Follow the update instructions carefully.
    • Remove the memory card from the camera
    • Ensure the camera battery is fully charged.
    • This update process requires the following items for proper updating:
      • A computer with:
        • Available Hard Disk Space: 200 MB or more
        • Installed Memory (RAM): 512 MB or more
        • A USB port.
        • One of the following operating systems installed:
          • Microsoft® Windows® 10
          • Microsoft® Windows® 8/8.1
          • Microsoft® Windows® 7 (with Service Pack 1)
      • Camera power supply:
        • This update can only be performed when the remaining battery level has three bars Battery Indicater or more. When performing the firmware update, it is recommended to use a fully charged NP-BX1 rechargeable battery pack.
      • USB cable: Use only the USB cable supplied with the camera.
        IMPORTANT: Update functionality is not guaranteed with any other USB cable.
    • WARNING!
      • This utility is only for use with the Sony® DSC-RX100M3 cameras. Do not install this utility with any other model.
      • This firmware update and any changes incurred by it are permanent. It is not possible to return to a previous firmware version after updating this firmware. By continuing this update process and downloading and updating this firmware, you acknowledge that you are aware and understand that this update cannot be reversed.
      • Do not power off the camera or disconnect the USB cable until the update process is complete.
      • Do not operate the camera until after the update is complete.
      • Failure to follow the instructions, or an interruption in the update process, may cause the player to become unresponsive or to require repair.
    • Contact our Support team if you need assistance with the upgrade.

    Download & Install


    Download and Update the Firmware

    1. Download the Update_DSCRX100M3V200.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
      Note: For Windows 8/8.1 and 10, the default settings for Internet Explorer® will save the file in the Downloads folder. For Windows 10, use File Explorer to locate the Downloads folder, for Windows 8/8.1, click the Desktop tile from the Start screen and then locate the Downloads folder using Windows Explorer.
    2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Update_DSCRX100M3V200.exe file to begin the Firmware Updater.
    3. At the Firmware Updater screen, please follow the instructions.
    4. Turn on the camera.
    5. Make sure the USB Connection Setting is set to Mass Storage.
      Note: On the camera, select MENU, Setup, USB Connection, and then ensure Mass Storage is selected.
      USB Connect Screen
    6. Ensure the memory card is removed from the camera.
    7. Connect the camera to your computer using the supplied USB cable. When the camera is connected to the computer, the LCD screen of the camera turns off. Please proceed to the next step.
      Note: If the message Could not find the camera for this update appears on the computer display, try disconnecting and reconnection of the USB cable or try another USB port on the computer.
    8. Verify that the remove hardware icon Remove Hardware Icon or Remove Hardware Icon is displayed in the task tray at the lower right-hand corner of the computer screen.
    9. After completing the steps above, click Next at the Firmware Updater screen.
      Firmware Updater Screen
    10. When the updater recognizes the camera connection, the next Firmware Updater screen is displayed on the computer, and the camera screen displays Follow the instructions on the computer.
      camera Screen
    11. At the Firmware Updater screen, click Next.
      camera Connected Screen
    12. When the following screen is displayed, check the version number at the lower left.
      Current Version Screen
    13. If the current version is 1.20 or earlier, click Next.
    14. Note: If the current version is 2.00, your camera does not need this update. Stop the USB connection by clicking the remove hardware icon Remove Hardware Icon or Remove Hardware Icon in the task tray in the lower right corner of the computer screen and then click the Finish button on the Firmware Updater screen. Then power off the camera, briefly remove the battery pack or the AC adaptor, and then power on the camera again.
    15. To perform the firmware update, follow the steps to reset the camera.
    16. Reset the camera:
      1. In the task tray at the lower right hand corner of the computer screen, click the Safely Remove Hardware Remove Hardware Icon or Remove Hardware Icon icon and stop the USB connection. If the icons are not displayed on the task tray, please proceed to the next step.
        IMPORTANT: Do not disconnect the camera from the computer.
      2. On the camera, press the center of the Control Wheel to execute reset.
        Initialize Camera
        Note: The camera screen turns off when the center of the Control Wheel is pushed.
    17. At the Firmware Updater screen, click Next.
      Click Next Screen
    18. After resetting, reconnection of the camera is verified, and the next Firmware Updater screen appears.
    19. When the following screen is displayed, click Run.
      Note: The update process takes about fifteen minutes to complete.
      Run the Update Screen
    20. When the update process has been completed, the camera will automatically restart. The message Recovering data. Please wait may appear for a few minutes before restarting. Make sure the camera is powered on and wait until the LCD screen appears again. When the LCD screen appears, click Finish.
      Update Complete Screen
    21. In the task tray at the lower right hand corner of the computer screen, click the Safely Remove Hardware Remove Hardware Icon or Remove Hardware Icon icon and stop the USB connection.
    22. You may now disconnect the USB cable.
    23. Check the current firmware version to confirm that the update has successfully installed.
      • If the version number is Ver. 2.00, the firmware update was successful.
      • If the version number isn't Ver. 2.00, download and install the update again.