Applicable Model

This information is for the following models:

  • ZV-E1

About this download

Things to keep in mind before performing the update

  • You can download the software update using the Creators' App available in the App Store and Google Play.

Benefits and Improvements

  • Adapts the layout of shooting information on the display for both horizontal and vertical orientations
  • Allows you to select user LUTs via the Cinematic Vlog Set feature
  • Adds the Golden Ratio Grid option to the Grid Line Type setting menu
  • Allows the display of a specified aspect ratio marker on the shooting screen when shooting still images
  • Adds a function that allows you to narrow down played-back images using multiple filters (e.g. Rating)
  • Improves image quality when applying user LUTs
  • Adds a function that automatically creates still images with Shot Marks from movie frames after recordings
    • 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
  • You can now continue shooting while transferring captured photos and videos to a smartphone or tablet
    Note: Ver. 2.6.0 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. 2.6.0 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. 2.6.0 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
    Notes:
    • Settings must be adjusted in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
    • Ver. 2.6.0 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. 2.6.0 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.
  • Improves the functionality and operational stability of the camera

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

Previous Benefits and Improvements

File Info

  • Name: BODYDATA.DAT
  • Version: 2.00
  • Size: 1 058 473 400 bytes
  • Release Date: 07-11-2024

Preparation

Check the system software version

Follow the instructions below to check the system software version.

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

    Notes:

    • If the system software version is Ver. 2.00, the update is not required.
    • If the Date/Time setting screen appears when you turn on your camera, be sure to set the date and/or time to the correct values.

    Saving system software data to memory card

    IMPORTANT: Make sure there is only one BODYDATA.DAT file on the memory card.

    1. Click the Download button.
    2. After reading the disclaimer, click Download.
    3. Save the file to your computer.
    4. Insert the formatted memory card into a computer.
    5. Save the BODYDATA.DAT file in the root directory of the memory card. Do not change the file name.

    Notes:

    • Please format the memory card in advance using this camera.
    • Before formatting, copy the data to a computer or other device.
      • Once you format the memory card, all the data recorded on the memory card will be deleted and cannot be restored.
    • Please refer to the instruction manual of the camera for compatible memory cards.

    Other Hardware

    • Power source for the camera: Fully charged rechargeable battery pack (NP-FZ100).

    Note: The update can only be performed when the battery power level is three bars (or more) or above 51%. We recommend that you use a fully charged battery.

    Updating the System Software Version

    Important Notice

    • Use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack (NP-FZ100).
    • Do not remove the battery during the update as the sudden loss of power may render the camera inoperable.
    • It may not be possible to update if the camera temperature is high. Please go after the temperature drops.

    Step 1: How to update

    1. Insert the memory card that contains the saved system software data into slot of the camera.
    2. Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version.
    3. Select Software Update.
    4. Select Execute on the system software update confirmation screen. The software version update will start.

      On-screen message:
      • A Version Update X.XX → Y.YY message will appear.
        • X.XX: Current version number
        • Y.YY: Newest version number
      Notes:
      • Do not remove the battery or memory card during the update.
      • After confirming the details, you may click Execute.
      • Please scroll down the screen as necessary to view the full text.
    5. When the system software update starts, a black screen will be displayed and the access lamp will flash 1 time → 3 times → 5 times depending on the progress of the update. The update will take approximately 6 minutes to complete.
      When the Monitor/Touch panel is facing you, the Access lamp is below the left side face.
      Notes:
      • If the system software data copy is incorrect, the message The target model for the update file is incorrect will be displayed on the camera monitor.
      • If the access lamp repeats 5 long blinks (0.5-second cycle) and 6 short blinks (0.25-second cycle), or repeats 7 long blinks (0.5-second cycle) and 7 short blinks (0.25-second cycle), the system software may have been incorrectly copied to the memory card.
      • In this case, remove the battery and memory card from the camera, then prepare another memory card, and start over from the Saving system software data to memory card section of this article.
    6. When the update is completed, the camera will automatically restart. After restarting, when the Body update complete screen appears, press OK.

    Step 2: Confirm the system software version of your device

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

    Sony SupportZV-E1

    ZV-E1 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 2.00