Applicable Model

This information is for the following models:

ILCE-7M4
ILCE-7M4K

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.
- For example: When updating from Ver. 1.01 or earlier, you need to update to Ver. 1.05 first, and then to Ver. 4.00. Only upgrade to Ver. 4.00 after updating to Ver. 1.05. If you try to install Ver. 4.00 without updating to Ver. 1.05, an error will occur and you will not be able to update your camera.
This update is only available for memory cards. Windows and macOS versions are not provided.
You can download the software update using the Creators' App available in the App Store and Google Play.

Benefits and Improvements

Adds support for focus bracket shooting, which allows for continuous shooting while automatically shifting the focus position
Introduces additional settings for exposure value adjustments and number of shots in the exposure bracketing
Adds a function that automatically creates still images with Shot Marks from movie frames after recordings
Note: You can add a Shot Mark while shooting or playing a movie and use it as a mark for selecting, transferring, or editing the movie.
Allows the use of Focus Magnifier and Auto Magnifier in MF while using the Bright Monitoring feature
Allows notifications to be displayed when the latest software is available for your camera
You can now continue shooting while transferring captured photos and videos to a smartphone or tablet
Note: Ver. 2.5.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
Transfer to smartphones and tablets can now be resumed even if interrupted in the middle of a transfer
Note: Ver. 2.5.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
You can now transfer only the differences that have not yet been transferred to your smartphone or tablet, or add videos to be transferred during the transfer process
Note: Ver. 2.5.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
Adds support for the Monitor & Control app
Note: The Monitor & Control app connects wirelessly to a camera and enables video monitoring and remote control with a smartphone or tablet.
Ver. 2.1.0 or later of the Monitor & Control app is necessary. The Monitor & Control app may not be available in some countries or regions.
Fixes an issue where peaking display would appear during movie playback
Improves the functionality and operational stability of the camera

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

Previous Benefits and Improvements

View previous benefits and improvements

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

Fixes an issue where the recording for a movie shooting session may be interrupted
Fixes an issue where the camera may not be able to connect to the network
Improves the operational stability of the camera
Adds support for Network Streaming function
Notes:
- Creators' App Ver. 2.3.1 or later is necessary. Settings must be made in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
- Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. Please refer to the support page.
Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators' Cloud app
Notes:
- Creators' App Ver. 2.3.1 or later is necessary. Settings must be made in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
- This service may not be available in some countries or regions. Please refer to the support page.
Enables display of the Wi-Fi signal strength
The maximum number of images that can be recorded in one folder has been increased to 9,999
Adds support for C2PA format.(The license availability date is undecided)
Adds support for Custom Grid Line
Note: Custom Grid Line is available as a paid license. Availability varies depends on country and region.
Fixes an issue where the time code wasn't always retained after a power restart
Fixes an issue where certain custom key operations could cause a restart
Improves the exposure stability when using extended ISO during movie recordings
Improves the operational stability of the camera
Fixes a Creators' App issue where the Auto Time Correction and Auto Area Adjustment features turn off
Adds support for the Creators' App
Note: The new Creators' App mobile application is available to replace the Imaging Edge Mobile app. The Creators' App allows you to transfer images from the camera to your smartphone, shoot remotely, and use various functions.
Adds functions that improve security when connecting for remote shooting and image transferring with Creators' App and Imaging Edge Desktop software
Note: Please update the Imaging Edge Desktop software to the latest version (Ver.3.6 or later)
Improves the shutter reliability
Fixes an issue where the movie file rotated by the camera may not be rotated when displayed on a computer
Allows you to select M and S sizes in addition to L when using the RAW recording lossless compression method
The shutter speed and ISO sensitivity settings dedicated to flash photography can be retained
Adds the Touch Shutter function
The camera's serial number can be recorded in the metadata in the movie files
Note: Where the Write Serial Number option was set to On before the update, the Write Serial Number (still image/movie) will be set to Off after the update.
Improves operability of Wi-Fi connections
Adds a 1 minute setting to the Power Save by Monitor menu
Fixes an issue where the viewfinder display may not be brightened according to the ambient brightness
Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
Fixes an issue where you may not be able to take photos when using a SEL2860 lens

File Info

Name: BODYDATA.DAT
Version: 4.00
Size: 872 044 952 bytes
Release Date: 10-16-2024

Preparation

Check the system software version

Follow the instructions below to check the system software version.

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

Notes:

If the system software version is Ver. 4.00, the update is not required.
When updating from Ver. 1.01 or earlier, you need to update to Ver. 1.05 first, and then to Ver. 4.00.
If you try to update this version without updating to Ver. 1.05, 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.

Saving the system software data to a memory card

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

Click the Download button.
After reading the disclaimer, click Download.
Save the file to a 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.

Notes:

Please format the memory card in advance using this camera.
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.

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 (three bars) 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 update

Insert the memory card that contains the saved system software data into slot 1 of the camera. Only slot 1 will recognise 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 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 camera.

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

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