Applicable Model

This information is for the following models:

ILCE-1

About this download

Note on Sony account: Before downloading the software, we recommend that you create a Sony account. After creating a Sony account or signing in with your Sony account, download the software (for customers in the USA and Canada). You also have the option to download the software without an account.

Things to keep in mind before performing the update

Updates should be installed in chronological order. When updating from Ver. 1.32 or earlier, you need to update to Ver. 2.01 first before proceeding with the Ver. 2.02 update.
Update software for this product will be provided in the memory card version.
You can download the software update using the Creators' App available in the App Store and Google Play.

Benefits and Improvements

Fixes an issue where the camera might not work properly when using the SEL200600G lens
Improves the operational stability of the camera

Previous Benefits and Improvements

View previous benefits and improvements

The following benefits and improvements are also included in this update.

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.
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).
Others:
- Fixes an issue where the camera may not be able to connect to the network
- Fixes an issue where images may not be transferred properly during FTP transfer
- Fixes an issue where the folder name setting for still images may switch from the set value to the default value (MSDCF) when the battery is removed
- Fixes an issue where the timecode wasn’t always retained after a power restart
- Improves the exposure stability when using extended ISO during movie recordings
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
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
Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
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 10 bit 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
Adds support for FTP transfer in Active Mode
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
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

Note: Please refer to the Help Guide for details on all updated functions.

File Info

Name: BODYDATA.DAT
Version: 2.02
Size: 813 681 032 bytes
Release Date: 06-13-2024

Preparation

Check the system software version

Follow the instructions below to check the system software version. If the system software version is Ver. 2.02, the update is not required.

Notes:

When updating from Ver. 1.32 or earlier, you need to update to Ver. 2.01 first. Please update to Ver. 2.02 after updating to Ver. 2.01.
If you try to update this version without updating to Ver. 2.00 or Ver. 2.01 an error will occur and you will not be able to update the software.
If the Date/Time setting screen appears when you turn on your camera, be sure to set the date or time to the correct values.

Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version.
The system software version will be displayed.

Saving the system software data to a memory card

IMPORTANT: Make sure that there is only one BODYDATA.DAT file on the memory card.

Notes:

Please format the memory card in advance before using this product.
Before formatting, copy the data to a computer or other device.
Once you format the memory card, all the data recorded on the memory card will be deleted and cannot be restored.
Please refer to the instruction manual of the camera for compatible memory cards.

Click the Download button.
After reading the disclaimer, click Download.
Save the file to your computer.
Insert the formatted memory card into the computer.
Save the BODYDATA.DAT file in the root directory of the memory card. Do not change the file name.

Other Hardware

Power source for the camera: Use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack (NP-FZ100).
Note: The update can only be performed when the battery power level is 51% or more. We recommend that you use a fully charged battery.
Detach the vertical grip before updating the system software.

Updating the System Software Version

Important Notice

Use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack (NP-FZ100).
Do not remove the battery during the update as the sudden loss of power may render the camera inoperable.
It may not be possible to update if the camera temperature is high. Please wait to update until after the temperature drops.

Step 1: How to download the Updater:

Insert the memory card that contains the saved system software data into slot 1 of the camera. Only slot 1 will recognize the system software data.
Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version.
Select Software Update.
Select Execute on the system software update confirmation screen. The software version update will start.

On-screen message:
- A Version Update X.XX → Y.YY message will appear.
  - X.XX: Existing version number
  - Y.YY: Latest version number
Notes:
- Do not remove the battery or the memory card during the update.
- After confirming the details, you may click Execute.
- Please scroll down the screen as necessary to view the full text.
When the system software update starts, a black screen will be displayed and the access lamp will flash 1 time → 3 times → 5 times depending on the progress of the update. The update will take approximately 6 minutes to complete.

Notes:
- If the system software data copy is incorrect, the message The target model for the update file is incorrect will be displayed on the camera monitor.
- If the access lamp repeats 5 long blinks (0.5-second cycle) and 6 short blinks (0.25-second cycle), the system software may have been incorrectly copied to the memory card.
  - In this case, remove the battery and memory card from the camera, then start over from the Saving the system software data to a memory card section of this article.
When the update is complete, the camera will automatically restart. After restarting, when the Body update complete screen appears, press OK.

Step 2: Confirm the system software version of your device.

Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version.
The system software version will be displayed.

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