Blackmagic Firmware Update Camera Utility V1.8 Now Available

Blackmagic released a new firmware update for their Micro Four Thirds system cameras.

The Camera Utility 1.8 allows you to update your Blackmagic Camera to the latest software release for new features, bug fixes and other enhancements.

The new firmware update updates the user interface for all cameras and adds AF support for compatible EF lenses. See other details as follows.

Updated user interface
Losslessly compressed RAW DNG recording support
Addresses an issue where pixel artefacts are seen in edges with strong highlights while shooting in 1080 mode
Adds autofocus support for compatible EF lenses

Updated user interface
Adds autofocus support for compatible EF lenses
Improved debayering when shooting to ProRes or DNxHD
Improved focus peaking display
Improved ISO handling when shooting at ISO 1600
Improved general audio performance
Iris setting is retained when switching between camera recording and clip playback

Updated user interface
Improved performance when recording using internal microphones
Improved instances where a grid-like pattern may occur in some flare highlights
General improvements in autofocus with active MFT lenses
Adds supports for stabilization in MFT lenses without physical O.I.S switches
Improved support for Sigma MFT lenses
Improved support for Lumix 12-42mm PZ lens
Improved support for Olympus 60mm f/2.8 MFT lens
Iris setting is retained when switching between camera recording and clip playback

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