ILCE-9 System Software (Firmware) Update to version 6.00 (Windows)

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

1. Version 5.01 (05-16-2019)
   • Improves the overall stability of the camera
2. Version 5.00 (03-25-2019)

   This software update expands on the model’s already acclaimed AF performance and adds a host of new functions that further support shooting, viewing and customizing the camera. You can find below a summary of key highlights for this firmware update.

   For the full changelog, please visit the dedicated ILCE-9 Version 5.00 System firmware update information page.

   Added & Improved AF functions:

   • Real-time tracking function
   • Evolution of Eye AF function
   • Increased focal plane phase detection AF accuracy and expanded application range
   • Increased number of contrast AF frame divisions
   • Circulate focusing position setting

   Added & Improved Shooting support functions:

   • Advanced dual slot functionality (Auto Switch Media)
   • Possibility to temporarily modify the function of the camera’s dials (My Dial Settings)
   • Illustration of the camera operation parts added to the custom key setting screen
   • Increased detection accuracy of peaking function and added blue peaking color
   • Rating function added for recorded still images
   • Display as Group – Recorded images can now be displayed by continuous shooting image groups
   • Support for simultaneous recording of proxy movies
   • Support for 1:1 image aspect ratio
   • Support for Imaging Edge Mobile, which enables remote control of the camera using a smartphone and the automatic transfer of images to the smartphone while recording

   This software update also improves the operational stability of the camera:

   • Gradation reproducibility: If you want to develop RAW using Imaging Edge, the latest version of the Imaging Edge software is required.
   • Further improvements in general stability and performance
3. Version 4.10 (12-18-2018)
   • Resolves a problem caused by specific third-party memory cards, where the cards cannot be recognized by Sony cameras

   Please refer to the Help Guide for more information on updated functions.

4. Version 4.00 (11-15-2018)
   1. Allows you to transfer still images during record and playback operations
   2. Adds the following new FTP transfer functions:
      • Allows you to narrow the transfer target, such as protected images or non-transferred images, and transfer the applicable images together as a batch
      • Allows you to transfer only the image being played back to press the assigned custom key
      • Allows you to transfer all images automatically while recording
      • Allows you to select the transfer target file formats when transferring images records in RAW and JPEG format to an FTP server
   3. Updates the destination folder configuration with the following options:
      • Allows you to register up to nine FTP servers
      • Allows you to change the destination folder configuration flexibly on the FTP server
      • Allows you to save image data in the folder that you choice
      • Allows you to register [media card slot number] in the folder configuration
      • Allows you to make the folder configuration the same as on your camera
   4. Improves the overall stability of the camera

   Notes:

   • When updating to this version, the FTP transfer feature and Wired LAN settings are initialized. You will have to configure the two items again.
   • The names of FTP server 1, FTP server 2, and FTP server 3 will be kept, but other items will be initialized.
   • If you have set Wired LAN Setting to Manual, each of the manually configured settings will be initialized and the Wired LAN Setting will reset to Auto.
   • When the camera is updated from Ver. 3.00 to this version, the registered settings for Fn (function) menu may not be kept. In that event, please customize the menu to your preferred settings again: Setting: [MENU]-[Camera Settings2]-[Function Menu Set.].
   • Refer to the Help Guide for more information on how to update functions.
5. Version 3.10 (09-11-2018)
   • Adds support for the "SEL400F28GM" lens
   • Adds a [Silent priority] option to the [Aperture Drive in AF] setting in the menu
     Note: Using the lens "SEL400F28GM", when [Silent priority] is selected, the sound emitted by the aperture drive will be reduced. This is useful in shooting conditions where camera noise should be kept to a minimum. Note that Auto Focus may become slower when [Silent priority] is selected.
6. Version 3.01 (07-10-2018)
   • Enhancements for Continuous AF performance:
     • Enhanced performance of continuous auto focus on moving subjects
     • Enhanced stability of the AF-C when zooming
   • Added functions for professionals engaged in sports/news media:
     • Adds the function to assign Protecting images to custom Key
     • Adds the function to transfer (FTP) protected files at once
       Note: Only for images protected using version 2.00 or higher.
     • Displays wired LAN MAC address
     • Inputs IPTC metadata to files
       Note: IPTC information must be created beforehand using the IPTC Metadata Preset software. Visit the IPTC Metadata Preset web page for more information and instructions to download, install, and use this software.
     • Inputs camera serial number to metadata
   • Other Improvements:
     • Improves operational stability
     • Improves accuracy of the overheating warning function
7. Version 3.00 (06-28-2018)
   • Corrects a symptom where, in some cases, the camera may not operate properly after updating the software to Ver.3.00.
     Note: For cameras which were updated to Ver. 3.00 and then to Ver. 3.01, the registered customized settings for the Fn (function) menu may be lost. In such a case, please customize the menu again to your preference by going to: [MENU]-[Camera Settings2]-[Function Menu Set].
   • The Ver. 3.01 software also includes the following updates from Ver. 3.00
   • Introduces support for the new lens "SEL400F28GM"
     • Optimization of optical image stabilization performance, and support for the new image stabilization mode of the Lens (Mode 3)
     • Addition of [Function Ring(Lens)] to the menu.
       Note: For SEL400F28GM, [APS-C S35/Full Frame Sel.] setting can be assigned to the Function Ring, in addition to [Power Focus].
     • Addition of [Aperture Drive in AF] to the menu
       Note: With the SEL400F28GM, focus will not be locked even during continuous shooting at F-values greater than F11, under the following conditions: AF-C, electronic shutter, [Aperture Drive in AF] menu set to [Focus Priority]. The continuous shooting speed might be slow when F number is over F11.
   • Added function for professionals engaged in sports/news media:
     • Adds a [Write Serial Number] option (On/Off) to the menu, enabling or disabling the inclusion of the camera's serial number in the EXIF data.
   • Improvements in auto focus performance and functionality:
     • Improves tracking performance of moving subjects in AF-C mode
     • Improves auto focus speed in low light conditions
     • Adds [AF Track Sens] as a selectable option for custom key settings
     • Adds support for all focus areas when using the LA-EA3 mount adapter (Options added to [Focus Area]: "Zone", "Expand Flexible Spot" and "Lock-on AF")
   • Improvements in flash control performance and functionality
     • Reduces the release time lag when shooting with a flash
     • Adds support for [Slow Sync.] and [Rear Sync.] when using a wireless flash
     • Adds support for white balance automatic correction, when using the color filter of an external flash (HVL-F60RM)
   • Other improvements
     • Stabilizes the release time lag when shooting in AF-C mode
     • Improves the overall stability of the camera
8. Version 2.00 (01-11-2018)
   • Enhance Continuous AF
     • Enhances continuous auto focus on moving subjects
     • Enhances AF-C stability while zooming
   • Adds new or enhanced functions for sports/news media photography professionals
     • New function: assign protecting images to custom key
     • New function: FTP transfer protected files at once
       Note: Only the images protected on Ver. 2.00.
     • Displays wired LAN MAC address
     • Inputs IPTC metadata to files
       NOTE: Need to create IPTC information beforehand by using the "IPTC Metadata Preset" software.
     • Inputs camera serial number to metadata
   • Other improvements
     • Improves all-round operational stability
     • Improves the accuracy of the overheating warning
9. Version 1.10 (09-27-2017)
   • Supports "Eye AF" function for A-mount lenses via the LA-EA3 mount adapter
     NOTE: This function is only for A-mount lenses which can adapt to 8 or 10 fps (maximum) tracking AF-C shooting. Consult the ILCE-9 Continuous Shooting guide for additional details.
   • Fixes an issue where RAW files may disappear when SDXC or microSDXC memory cards are used in certain smartphones
     NOTE: Raw data recorded by the ILCE-9 with system software Ver. 1.00 or 1.01 could disappear. Please backup your raw data files, even if you’re updating the system software to Ver. 1.10.
   • Improves the image quality and overall stability of the camera
   • Improves continuous autofocus (AF-C) performance while zooming in with the SEL70200GM or SEL100400GM lens
     NOTE: The system software version Ver. 03 or later for SEL70200GM and Ver. 02 or later for SEL100400GM are needed respectively. The statement was added at the same time as the lens system software was released.
10. Version 1.01 (06-08-2017)
    • Improves the overheating warning functionality

    If needed, refer to the Help Guide for updated function usage.