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Sony FX3 Firmware Update v6.00

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The latest firmware update for the Sony FX3 is now version 6.00.

Please note that updates should be installed in chronological order.

For example: When updating from Ver. 2.02 or earlier, you need to update to Ver. 2.04 or 2.05 first, and then to Ver. 6.00. Only upgrade to Ver. 6.00 after updating to Ver. 2.04 or 2.05. If you try to install Ver. 6.00 without updating to Ver. 2.04 or 2.05, 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.

Sony FX3 Firmware Update

v6.00 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

Firmware Download

Is your firmware version later than Ver. 2.02?

You can download the latest 6.00 firmware and install it via the Creators App providing you are already on firmware 3.0 or newer. Full details here.

Alternatively you can download version 6.00 from your local Sony support website and install it via memory card.

Firmware Installation

The easiest way to install the latest FX3 firmware is via the Creators App. Alternatively you can download it to a memory card as shown in the below video guide.

Previous Firmware Versions

Improvements from previous firmware versions are always included in the latest firmware version. So even if you have missed a couple of firmware versions, you only ever need to install the latest version.

Version 3.0

  • Adds Support for the Creators’ App
    Note: The new Creators’ App mobile application replaces 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 a function that improves remote shooting and image transfer security when using the Creators’ App and Imaging Edge Desktop software
    Note: Please update the Imaging Edge Desktop software to the latest version (Ver.3.6 or later)
  • Adds support for Breathing Compensation
  • Adds support for DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) and 24.00p recording
  • Adds a function that during movie recording and playback, movies compressed using an anamorphic lens are displayed on the monitor with correction (de-squeeze) to the CinemaScope aspect ratio according to the ratio of the anamorphic lens
  • Adds a function that allows the Slow & quick and Movie modes to be switched with a custom key
  • Movie file names now support the Long File Name format
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera

Version 2.0

  • Adds log shooting mode, which allows you to shoot while displaying the monitor image with your favorite LUT (Look-Up Table).
  • Note: Please use the latest version of Catalyst Browse or Catalyst Prepare to apply the LUT used for monitoring during shooting to the video during editing.Cine EI: A shooting mode that allows you to shoot with two Base ISO settings that can express clear images with the maximum dynamic range and suppressed noise.
  • Cine EI Quick: A shooting mode in which movies are recorded using a Base ISO, as is the case with the Cine EI mode, but the Base ISO switches automatically according to the adjusted EI value.
  • Flexible ISO: A shooting mode that allows you to record S-Log material by adjusting the exposure settings including ISO sensitivity according to the shooting scene.
  • Adds the main menu, which allows you to access quickly the items you need.
  • Changes layout for a movie, which is information and icons overlapped pictures on the movie standby screen.
  • Allows you to display a function menu by swiping upward on the monitor on the shooting standby screen.
  • Allows Timecode input with the multi/micro USB terminal. You can set the timecode with the source equipment.
  • Note: You will need a dedicated adapter cable, which is sold separately, to connect to the timecode source equipment.
  • Adds the Monitor Flip Direction feature which can select reversed display of image and menu screens depending on how the monitor is opened and oriented.
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera.

Version 1.0.1

  • Fixes an issue where a Picture Profile may be applied even though the Picture Profile feature is set to OFF
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera when using the Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote) or Imaging Edge Mobile apps
  • Fixes an issue where an error message may appear while shooting at a high shutter speed
  • Improves the overall stability of the camera

Sony FX3 Resources

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