Sony has updated the firmware of the A7R III and A7 III cameras to version 2.0. Update for both cameras adds support for the new FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS SEL400F28GM and FE 24mm F1.4 GM SEL24F14GM , and improves performance and overall stability.
Benefits and improvements of the latest update
1. Support for SEL400F28GM and SEL24F14GM
– Optical Image Stabilization has been optimized, adding a new lens image stabilization mode Mode 3 SEL400F28GM only .
– Function Ring Lens item added to the menu.
*The SEL400F28GM lens function ring can be assigned to the APS-C 35/full frame selector in addition to the “Drive Focus” setting.
– Added [Cut] setting to the menu. diaphragm work.]
*When using the SEL400F28GM and SEL24F14GM lenses, if [Silent priority] is selected, the aperture drive sound will be quieter. This is useful when shooting in environments where it is desirable to keep camera sounds to a minimum. Note that if [Silent priority] is selected, the autofocus operation may become slower.
2. New Features
– Parameter [Sense. trace. AF] can be assigned to the context button.
– When used with the LA-EA3 mount adapter, all focus areas are supported.
*Focus area options have been added: “Zone Focus”, “Shape Focus” and “Sharp Focus”.”, “Expand. reg.AF spot” and “AF tracking”. Bracketing shooting is available in silent mode when [File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW and JPEG] and [Uncompressed] is selected for [RAW File Type].
3.Improved operation
– Improved camera performance and overall stability.
– Tint gradation reproduction for RAW images has been improved.
*In order to take advantage of improved RAW image processing, the Imaging Edge software must be updated.
– Stability of exposure selection during flash photography in flickering light source conditions has been improved.
– Improved handling of images shot in continuous shooting mode as a group of images.
– For information on how to use the updated features, please refer to the Reference Guide.
Availability
Firmware is available for download on the Sony website under support
version 2 firmware.0 lenses for Sony A7R III – download
firmware version 2.0 for Sony A7 III – download
Have the firmware updates for the A7R III and A7 III cameras by Sony brought noticeable improvements and new features? I’m curious to know if it’s worth updating my camera’s firmware or if it’s just minor bug fixes. Any insights from those who have already updated would be greatly appreciated.
What are the new features or improvements that Sony included in the latest firmware updates for the A7R III and A7 III cameras?