Sony Electronics’ Launches Camera Remote SDK Firmware Updates

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Sony Electronics’ Launches Camera Remote SDK Firmware Updates

 Version 1.12 Provides Remotely Managed Menu Settings and Camera Control Through Wi-Fi Enabling Remote Control of a Wide Range of Digital Cameras through ISO- Standard PTP Protocol

SAN DIEGO. April 12, 2024 – Today, Sony Electronics launched a new version (Version 1.12) of the previously released Camera Remote SDK (Software Development Kit), bringing more features and Wi-Fi connection amongst other improvements. Additionally, new Camera Remote Command capabilities enable remote control of a wide range of 29 digital camerasi. Through this new specification document, Sony removes restrictions to third-party software development and supports the creation of software that remotely controls Sony’s digital cameras, including shooting, monitoring, and file transfer. These updates are available at no cost through the link here: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/sdk/en/index.html

Camera Remote SDK(Version 1.12)

Camera Remote SDK is a high-level command system designed for development efficiency that enables operation and control of Sony digital cameras using dedicated API provided by Sony. This is ideal for use with high-level APIs to efficiently develop programs. This package includes software modules, API references, and sample code.

Version 1.12 expands the capabilities of compatible models (Alpha 1, Alpha 7S III and Alpha7 IV) and now also supports the α9 III, a full-frame interchangeable lens camera with Global Shutter technology. It provides a more efficient workflow when using Sony digital cameras to take remote photographs in the B2B market, like inspections and surveys and e-commerce.

Version 1.12 and later supports the following features:

1. ​ In addition to USB and Ethernet connections, it also supports Wi-Fi, making it possible to use it even in environments where wired connections are difficult, expanding the range of use.

2. ​ Approximately 100 types of functionsii will be expanded for automation will be added such as: remote key operations, newly added Fn Menu operation and Custom key, etc.

In addition, it supports switching the memory card slot for recording still images and videos according to the shooting situation and switching the ISO AUTO upper/lower limit according to the shooting environment.

Camera Remote Command

Camera Remote Command enables remote control of cameras using a communication protocol that is Sony’s proprietary extension of the ISO standard PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol). This increases convenience when operating camera products from different brands with a single software, or when applying existing software to Sony’s digital cameras. This package includes command references and sample code for developers. Some of the users could be healthcare system development integrators, ITS integrators or photobooth photography system developers, and more.

Both “Camera Remote Command” and “Camera Remote SDK” will be collectively called “Camera Remote Toolkit.” Developers can choose the most suitable method according to their development purpose and application.

For more information and to download Camera Remote Toolkit, please visit the URL below.

https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/sdk/en/index.html

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Message to TRUSTED source

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Sorry my readers, this is my only way to contact back a trusted source that hared some updates on Sony’s roadmap. So here are my questions for him:

  1. Any idea on the 24-70mm f/2.0 GM announcement timeframe?
  2. The other lens info I heard for the first time…will try to dig into this ;)
  3. I am eager to here about the Full Frame E-mount…
  4. Did you hear some whispers about the new fixed lens camera(s) from Sony?

Thanks again!

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New Sony Alpha rebates in the US: First ever price drop on the ZV-E1 (-$300) FX3 (-$200) and deals on A7rV (-$400) A7IV (-$200)

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Sony launched a new deal action that will last til April 21 only. You can find all deals on those pages at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama. Some special mentions:

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Sony RX100VI is out of Stock everywhere and might be soon discontinued

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The recent weeks I noticed that the RX100VI is no more in Stock:

  • Amazon is NOT taking preorders anymore
  • BHphoto reports the camera will ship in 4-6 weeks
  • Adorama reports it’s “on Backorder”
  • FotoErhardt says it’s “on preorder”

Our reader Diego shared an interesting story:

I recently had to service my RX100M7 I bought at Best Buy in the US and I was told I needed to get a replacement through the extended warranty I had purchased. 

Unfortunately the replacement was actually just getting store credit at Best Buy for the original purchase amount. I tried to get the same camera again but now it’s out of stock when I’m pretty sure it was available one or two weeks earlier. Checking Amazon, B&H and the Sony website I’m realizing that it is also unavailable there. 

Does this mean it has been discontinued or replaced by something else? I just thought it was interesting reading your reports of a possible new camera that could compete with the Fuji X100VI.

A couple of weeks ago I reported that the Sony RX1rII has been discontinued…and now it seems the RX100VII is going to encounter the same destiny. I will soon share some info about possible new series of compact cameras ;)

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