Sony A7Riii firmware update
Apr 13, 2019 13:46:29 #
I have been unsuccessfully trying to update my firmware from 1.01 to 3 using the updater downloaded from the Sony site. I follow the procedure and my camera screen remains on "Mass Storage USB connection" and just stays there. Nothing happens. I've tried it several times using my iMac (iOS 10.13.6) as well as my MacBook Pro (iOS 14). Any suggestions?
Apr 13, 2019 14:08:21 #
johnec
Loc: Lancaster county, PA
I believe that message means that you don’t have camera tethered yet, and you need to. That’s what happened to me when I tried the update on my A7 iii. Plugged it in, started the process over and it worked fine.
Apr 14, 2019 07:58:20 #
IzzyKap wrote:
I have been unsuccessfully trying to update my firmware from 1.01 to 3 using the updater downloaded from the Sony site. I follow the procedure and my camera screen remains on "Mass Storage USB connection" and just stays there. Nothing happens. I've tried it several times using my iMac (iOS 10.13.6) as well as my MacBook Pro (iOS 14). Any suggestions?
Toolbox 🧰
Menu 4/7
USB Connection
Set to Mass Storage
Apr 14, 2019 08:21:25 #
What does the update fix? If it is just to give the ability to read newer camera raw codes, most of us don't need it.
Apr 14, 2019 08:30:11 #
Lots of instructional videos on YouTube. One day I’m going to write notes to myself so I don’t need to “reinvent the wheel” every time I need to install an update,
Apr 14, 2019 08:38:16 #
cschonwalder wrote:
What does the update fix? If it is just to give the ability to read newer camera raw codes, most of us don't need it.
The A7iii had the eye af for humans. This new update adds it for dogs/cats. I tried it on a dog, works great. They will be coming out with af for other animals...hopefully in time for my trip to Africa this summer! The update also adds a built-in interval timer.
Definitely worth the update!!!
Apr 14, 2019 10:36:53 #
I had the same problem. Click on the “resource” tab which has you sign in to your Sony account, then the process starts.
Apr 14, 2019 11:02:27 #
Apr 14, 2019 11:26:42 #
ggenova64 wrote:
Toolbox 🧰
Menu 4/7
USB Connection
Set to Mass Storage
Menu 4/7
USB Connection
Set to Mass Storage
Apr 14, 2019 11:30:56 #
cschonwalder wrote:
What does the update fix? If it is just to give the ability to read newer camera raw codes, most of us don't need it.
It isn't a fix for anything: it provides continuous EyeAF (though it may be switched off) and Animal EyeAF. If you own either a Sony A7RIII or A7III you might consider accessing the Sony website and viewing the updates in detail. You can then assess if they are of value to you. From my point of view, the A7III and A9 updates have been of great value to me.
Apr 14, 2019 14:06:36 #
ronichas wrote:
The A7iii had the eye af for humans. This new update adds it for dogs/cats. I tried it on a dog, works great. They will be coming out with af for other animals...hopefully in time for my trip to Africa this summer! The update also adds a built-in interval timer.
Definitely worth the update!!!
Definitely worth the update!!!
I updated my A7RIII, you get faster and stickier EYE-AF for humans, new EYE-AF for animals and interval shooting.
Dan Watson goes over it all:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=EBi45RUVRZs
How to update on Mac: NOTE: YOU CAN USE EITHER USB-C OR USB PORTS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lexep3wD-3Y
Apr 15, 2019 07:05:24 #
Apr 15, 2019 07:19:56 #
IzzyKap wrote:
Thank you all. I've re-downloaded the upgrade and it finally worked.
Your Welcome from all us (SONY) HedgeHoggers! I am being funny!, Okay.
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