Sony Pulls Sony a7RV Firmware 3.00 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 13, 2024


Sony a7RV B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Sony released firmware 3.00 for the Sony a7RV yesterday and today they released an announcement that it has been pulled. It appears that some updates are failing nd bricking cameras.

Important Notice
We confirmed that some ILCE-7RM5 cameras may not start up after installing the version 3.00 update.
We have suspended the update while we investigate the cause.
(September 13, 2024)

Pages that are no longer providing updates:

ILCE-7RM5 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 3.00

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Sony FX3 Firmware 6.00 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 12, 2024


Sony FX3: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

ILME-FX3 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 6.00 Download Here

Benefits and Improvements

  • Allows you to choose the exposure time (from either shutter speed or shutter angle) when shooting movies
  • Allows you to add OK/NG/KEEP flags to clips during or after movie recording
  • Improves the image quality when using 3D LUT software
  • Adds the 709tone color mode to Picture Profile. Please set one of the Picture Profiles (PP1-PP11) to the 709tone color mode
  • 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 Network Streaming function
    Notes:

    • Settings must be adjusted in the Creators’ App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators’ App support website.
    • 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.
    • Confirmation has been made that input is possible in M2 Live using SRT.
      M2 Live is an All-in-One cloud switcher service that allows real-time switching of video and audio, overlaying of graphics, and playback of video files on the cloud.
      A contract is required to use M2 Live. This service may not be available in some countries or regions.
  • Supports the following Monitor & Control app functions
    Note: 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.

    • Wired connection via a USB cable
    • Clip review during camera playback mode
    • Focus map display
    • IRIS operation bar display
    • Selection from shutter speed or shutter angle for exposure time
  • Improves the functionality and operational stability of the camera

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

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Sony FX30 Firmware 5.00 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 12, 2024


Sony FX30 B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

ILME-FX3 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 6.00 Download Here

Important precautions for updating from Ver. 1.02 or earlier

Update order: Ver. 1.05 → Ver. 5.00

  • You must first update to Ver. 1.05 before proceeding to the latest version (Ver. 5.00).
  • Attempting to update directly to Ver. 5.00 will cause an error.

Checking your System Software Version

  • Note: 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.
    1. Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version.
    2. The system software version will be displayed.

For Imaging Edge Mobile App Users:

  • Updated cameras cannot connect to the Imaging Edge Mobile app.
  • Install the Creators’ App after updating the camera.
  • Ensure the Imaging Edge Mobile app is Ver. 7.7.2 or later to pair the camera with the Creators’ App.
  • If using an iPhone/iPad, restart the device after the camera update and then pair the camera with the Creators’ App.
  • Update the Imaging Edge Mobile app if it is not the latest version before pairing with the Creators’ App.

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Sony a7RV Firmware 3.00 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 12, 2024


Sony a7RV B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

ILCE-7RM5 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 3.00 Download Here

Benefits and Improvements

  • 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.
  • Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators’ Cloud app
    Notes:

    • Settings must be adjusted in the Creators’ App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators’ App support website.
    • Ver. 2.5.0 or later of the Creators’ App is necessary. This service may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators’ Cloud support website.
  • Adds support for the Network Streaming function
    Notes:

    • Settings must be adjusted in the Creators’ App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators’ App support website.
    • 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 device. 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.
  • 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.
  • Increases the maximum number of images that can be recorded in one folder to 9,999
  • Displays the Wi-Fi signal strength when the Wi-Fi function is On
  • 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
  • Adds support for the Custom Grid Line feature
    Note: The Custom Grid Line feature is available as a paid license. Availability depends on country and region.
  • Fixes an issue where Auto Review is not displayed on the camera during HDMI output
  • Improves the functionality and operational stability of the camera

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

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New Lexar Steel Cards

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 11, 2024

Lexar announced some interesting steel cards at IFA 2024 the cards are not available yet, but they will be on Amazon and B&H Photo soon.

Lexar Engages with Creators and Launches Innovative Products at IFA 2024

Industry-leading Innovative Products

Lexar exhibited a lineup of pioneering products, underscoring the brand’s robust R&D and technological prowess.

Lexar Professional Go Portable SSD with Hub is a revolutionary 1-2TB portable SSD for seamless mobile video shooting. It offers unmatched freedom and portability, working alone or with a hub to add lights, mics, and power. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 SSD delivers blistering 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write speeds[1], enabling 4K 60fps ProRes video capture directly on iPhone 15 Pro/Max and beyond. Last month, Lexar’s Kickstarter campaign for this product reached $100,000 within 2 hours.

Lexar memory cards include the CFexpress 4.0, ARMOR series, and SD 8.0.

Lexar presents four new memory cards leveraging the next-gen PCIe 4.0 performance. The lineup includes the TYPE-B DIAMOND, GOLD, SILVER, and the TYPE-A GOLD card, all enabling seamless 8K RAW video shooting. In particular, the Lexar Professional DIAMOND CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card won the ‘TIPA WORLD AWARD 2024’ and boasts industry-leading speeds of up to 3700MB/s read and 3400MB/s write[1].

The Lexar ARMOR series include GOLD SD UHS-II and SILVER PRO SD UHS-II cards, the world’s first memory cards made of 316 stainless steel. They offer IP68 waterproofing, dustproofing, and bend-resistance—ideal for outdoor filming. For the SD8.0 card, Lexar Professional GOLD PRO SDXC Express Card delivers up to 1700MB/s[1] read speeds—over 5x faster than SD4.0 cards.

The Lexar Professional Workflow series, both 2024 Red Dot winners, herald a new era of streamlined workflows. These all-in-one solutions, with wide compatibilities and multi-module bays for different uses, empower users to boost efficiency, creativity, and productivity.

Lexar ARES RGB 2nd Gen DDR5 Desktop Memory is an exclusive series featuring premium SK hynix DRAM chips and blazing-fast speeds of up to 8000MT/s[1]. The upgraded exterior design blends classic and fashionable elements.

Lexar has also introduced the new ‘pexar’ brand and its product—the pexar digital picture frame. Featured an excellent 2K and anti-glare display, it is a smart WiFi frame that serves as a shared photo album for the whole family, making it a perfect gift for loved ones.

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Viltrox September 14th Announcement Made Early

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 11, 2024


Viltrox couldn’t wait to make its September 14th announcement so they posted it to weibo and it is a white Viltrox 56mm f/1.7 and 20mm f/2.8. There will only be 1,000 units available with 100 of each available via Viltrox’s website.

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Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8:  B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Viltrox 56mm f/1.7 E: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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