Category Archives: Firmware updates

Techart PRO Firmware v4.0

Firmware 4.0 is much quicker at focusing, but the Techart Pro adapter makes more noise than ever while focusing. From my initial testing FW4 seems like a pretty substantial improvement in focusing performance. Techart PRO Firmware v4.0 1. Improve the focusing speed and accuracy 2. Improve the stability of the adapter You can find the instructions […]

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Sony SEL50F18F FW02 Tested and Working

Sony just released firmware 02 for the 50mm f/1.8 SEL50F18F in Japan. I tested the updater on my lens and it works fine on OS X. The update to 02 noticeably improves autofocus performance. You can currently download it from Japan, but it should be available in America soon.

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Sony a7RII Firmware 3.30 Now Available

The new Sony a7RII firmware adds radio controlled lighting, improved stabilization and temperature control. It’s good to see Sony continue to improve an already great camera. You can download the new firmware here.

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Sony Lens Firmware Updates?

Sony released firmware updates for a few FE lenses that seem to have been pulled for an unknown reason. The links below reflect the July firmware updates, but when you click through to the downloads only the March firmware updates are available. Version 02 also reflects the March firmware updates. 35mm f/1.4 FE firmware download 35mm f/2.8 FE firmware […]

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Sony PXW-FS5 Firmware V2.00 Now Available

Sony quietly released firmware 2.00 for the FS5 around NAB. It adds many new features to this entry level professional camera, including an auto ND feature that no other camera has yet. Firmware 2.00 Features The ND filter density can now be adjusted automatically. Shooting and recording in RAW mode are now supported. The zebra function has […]

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Hackers have removed the 30 minute recording limit on Sony Alpha cameras

Hacker claims to have removed the 30 minute record limit from Alpha cameras, including the a7S  

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