New camera software on α1 II (ver. 4.0) and α9 III (ver. 4.0)

Sony issued two major firmware updates for these cameras:

Sony A1II benefits and improvements (BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK)

• Adds support for Real-time Recognition AF+ with improved subject detection and tracking capabilities
• Adds support for the Preset Focus function with lenses that do not have power zoom, including Sony’s manual zoom E-mount lenses
  • The registered positions of preset focus/zoom are incompatible before and after the camera software update. Please re-register the preset focus/zoom after the update.
  • Some zoom lenses without power zoom are not supported. For more details, please visit the following link: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/lens_body/
• Adds FL2 (Film 2) and FL3 (Film 3) to the Creative Look options
• Improves the metering accuracy when using bounce flash
• Optimizes the battery level display
• Supports the Write Digital Signature function for movies as part of Sony’s Camera Authenticity Solution
  • The timing for the provision of licenses (paid) to customers other than certain media outlets is yet to be determined.
  • Services may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Authenticity Catalog Page.
• Improves the operational stability of the camera

Sony A9III benefits and improvements (BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK)

• Adds support for Real-time Recognition AF+ with improved subject detection and tracking capabilities
• Allows you to set Recognition Target to Auto, enabling the camera to automatically select subjects such as humans and animals
• Adapts the display layout of shooting information for both horizontal and vertical viewing
• Adds support for the Preset Focus function with lenses that do not have power zoom, including Sony’s manual zoom E-mount lenses
  • The registered positions of preset focus/zoom are incompatible before and after the camera software update. Please re-register the preset focus/zoom after the update.
  • Some zoom lenses without power zoom are not supported. For more details, please visit the following link: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/lens_body/
• Adds FL2 (Film 2) and FL3 (Film 3) to the Creative Look options
• Allows you to select whether to change the Shooting Mode, Drive Mode, and Focus Mode using the dial or through the menu
• Improves the metering accuracy when using bounce flash
• Optimizes the battery level display
• Allows simultaneous Delete and Rating of images recorded on both Memory Card Slot 1 and Slot 2
• Allows the display of folder names and file names during playback
• Allows you to cancel the scheduled transfer of selected images during FTP transfer
• Adds support for the following Transfer & Tagging settings:
  • A setting to automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected still images from FTP Import
  • A setting to automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected still images and videos from FTP Upload Preset
  • A setting to automatically protect still images transferred via FTP from FTP Upload Preset
    • The latest version of the Transfer & Tagging app is necessary.
      The Transfer & Tagging setting may not be available in some countries or regions.
• Supports the following Monitor & Control app functions:
  • Focus map display
  • IRIS operation bar display
    • The latest version of the Monitor & Control app is necessary.
      The Monitor & Control app may not be available in some countries or regions.
• Supports the Write Digital Signature function for movies as part of Sony’s Camera Authenticity Solution
  • The timing for the provision of licenses (paid) to customers other than certain media outlets is yet to be determined.
  • Services may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Authenticity Catalog Page.
• Supports Scan and Tag, Photo Cropping, and Volume Photography Commands under the Volume Photography License
  • Installation of a paid license is required for use.
  • Services may not be available in some countries or regions.
• No longer supports WPA and WEP functionalities. You will no longer be able to select WPA or WEP when connecting to Wi-Fi. Please use the more secure WPA2 or WPA3 security setting moving forward
• Improves the operational stability of the camera