New Sony A1 firmware update and new ZV-E10II 120fps support

Good new for Sony A1 owners as they just got a massive firmware update!

Benefits and Improvements

• Adapts the display layout of shooting information for both horizontal and vertical viewing
• Adds the Spot: XL and Spot: XS options to the Spot section of the Focus Area menu
• Adds the Custom 1, Custom 2, and Custom 3 options to the Custom section of the Focus Area menu
• Adds the Tracking: Spot XL, Tracking: Spot XS, Tracking: Custom 1, Tracking: Custom 2, and Tracking: Custom 3 options to the Tracking section of the Focus Area menu
• Allows simultaneous deletion and rating of images stored on both memory card slot 1 and slot 2
• Allows the display of folder 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 the Security (IPsec) functionality. Please enable and use Access Authen. for enhanced protection and security
• 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
• Fixes an issue where continuous shooting may not resume for 1 to 2 seconds after the end of a continuous shooting session
• Fixes an issue where the multi-selector on the vertical grip may not function correctly
• Improves the operational stability of the camera

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

Sony is now also offering a paid upgrade license for the Sony ZV-E10II. This is their press text:

Upgrade your creative potential with 4K 120p*1 recording now available for the ZV-E10 II.

The camera enables in-body 4K capture at up to 120 fps, delivering exceptionally smooth slow-motion imagery up to 5x at QFHD resolution*2 with full autofocus performance. This opens the door to richer visual expression, whether you’re shooting fast action, expressive motion, or cinematic detail. For even greater slow-motion flexibility, the XAVC S format allows recording at 240 fps (24p recording), enabling up to 10x slow motion in Full HD*3. Perfect for capturing dynamic sports, artistic motion, and action scenes from fresh, dramatic perspectives.

*1 Requires downloading and installing a free license key from Sony’s camera upgrade website. Availability varies by country or region. QFHD (3840 × 2160) recording is captured with approximately 38% image crop. Details: https://creatorscloud.sony.net/camera…

*2 Requires post-production editing and S&Q mode recording.

*3 Requires downloading and installing a free license key from Sony’s camera upgrade website. Availability varies by country or region. Effective sensor readout is approximately 1396 × 788 pixels.