Sony just released the new firmware for FX3 and FX30 cinema cameras that unlocks DCI 4K and More with Massive FX3 & FX30 Firmware Updates. With the release of firmware version 3.0 for the full-frame FX3 and version 2.0 for the Super 35 FX30, there are a ton of new features for filmmakers to utilize. Included in this update is the ability to record in DCI 4K in a true 24.00 fps and anamorphic de-squeeze.
The FX3 powered by the well-known Sony NPFZ 100 batteries used on cameras like the A7 III, A7R III, Alpha a6600, and A9 II. Sony FX3 Firmware Ver. 3.00 & Sony FX30 Firmware Ver. 2.00 updates now available for download.
Download links:
Sony FX3: $3,898 at Adorama | B&H | Amazon.
Sony FX30 body: $1,798 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.
Sony FX3 Firmware Ver. 3.00 Benefits and Improvements:
- Adds Support for the Creators’ App
Note: The new Creators’ App mobile application replaces the Imaging Edge Mobile app. The Creators’ App allows you to transfer images from the camera to your smartphone, shoot remotely, and use various functions - Adds a function that improves remote shooting and image transfer security when using the Creators’ App and Imaging Edge Desktop software
Note: Please update the Imaging Edge Desktop software to the latest version (Ver.3.6 or later) - Adds support for Breathing Compensation
- Adds support for DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) and 24.00p recording
- Adds a function that during movie recording and playback, movies compressed using an anamorphic lens are displayed on the monitor with correction (de-squeeze) to the CinemaScope aspect ratio according to the ratio of the anamorphic lens
- Adds a function that allows the Slow & quick and Movie modes to be switched with a custom key
- Movie file names now support the Long File Name format
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
Note: Refer to the Help Guide for details on all updated functions.
Sony FX30 Firmware Ver. 2.00 Benefits and Improvements
- Adds support for the Creators’ App
Note: The new Creators’ App mobile application replaces the Imaging Edge Mobile app. The Creators’ App allows you to transfer images from the camera to your smartphone, shoot remotely, and use various functions. - Adds a function that improves remote shooting and image transfer security when using the Creators’ App and Imaging Edge Desktop software
Note: Please update the Imaging Edge Desktop software to the latest version (Ver.3.6 or later) - Adds support for DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) and 24.00p recording
- Adds a function that during movie recording and playback, movies compressed using an anamorphic lens are displayed on the monitor with correction (de-squeeze) to the CinemaScope aspect ratio according to the ratio of the anamorphic lens
- Adds a function that allows the Slow & quick and Movie modes to be switched with a custom key
- Movie file names now support the Long File Name format
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
Notes:
- Refer to the Help Guide for details on all updated functions.
- If you are using the Wireless Remote Commander/Shooting grip (GP-VPT2BT, RMT-P1BT), delete it from the Bluetooth Settings on the camera menu. Then pair the camera with the Wireless Remote Commander/Shooting grip again.
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