Applicable Model

This information is for the following model(s):

ILCE-7SM3

About This Download

What to Keep in Mind Before Performing the Update

Updates should be installed in chronological order. When updating from Ver. 2.11 or earlier, you need to update to Ver. 3.01 first before proceeding with the Ver. 5.00 update.
The update software for this product will be provided in the memory card version.
You can download the software update using the Creators' App available in the App Store and Google Play.

How to Save Your Settings Before Updating

When updating to this software version, the following settings will be unregistered or reset to their default values:
Settings for Network Streaming, Cloud Connection, and Access Authen.
Switch Focus Area and Send to Smartphone registered to Custom Key
Version, Touch Sensitivity, and Touch Panel Settings registered in My Menu

Note: Even if you previously saved your settings using features such as Save/Load Settings, these settings will not be carried over to cameras with Ver. 5.00or later. We recommend writing down your settings in advance as needed.

Benefits and Improvements

Adapts the display layout of shooting information for both horizontal and vertical viewing
Adds Spot: XL under Spot in the Focus Area menu
Adds Custom 1, Custom 2, and Custom 3 under Custom in the Focus Area menu
Adds Tracking: Spot XL, Tracking: Custom 1, Tracking: Custom 2, and Tracking: Custom 3 under Tracking in the Focus Area menu
Adds the option to enlarge the menu screen display
Allows the remaining capacity of both storage devices to be displayed during movie recording when using Simult. or Auto Switch Media (Relay Recording)
Adds support for USB streaming
- When connecting to a device with a USB Type-C® port, please use a commercially available USB cable or a conversion adapter.
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.
Fixes an issue where audio may still be recorded even when Audio Recording is set to Off
Improves the operational stability of the camera

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

Previous Benefits and Improvements

The following benefits and improvements are also included in this update.

Ver. 4.00 (22-04-2025)

Shooting & Playback functions:
- Supports the Write Digital Signature function for still images as part of Sony's Camera Authenticity Solution.
  - Installation of a paid license is required for use.
  - The timing for the provision of paid licenses 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.
- Adds log shooting mode, which allows you to shoot while displaying the monitor image with your favorite LUT (Look-Up table)
  - Please use the latest version of Catalyst Browse or Catalyst Prepare to apply the LUT used for monitoring during shooting to the video during editing.
- Allows you to add OK/NG/KEEP flags to clips during or after movie recording
- Adds a function that automatically creates still images with Shot Marks from movie frames after recordings
  - You can add a Shot Mark while shooting or playing a movie and use it as a mark for selecting, transferring, or editing the movie.
- Allows the use of Focus Magnifier and Auto Magnifier in MF while using the Bright Monitoring feature
- Adds the Golden Ratio Grid option to the Grid Line Type setting menu
- Adds support for focus bracket shooting, which allows for continuous shooting while automatically shifting the focus position
- Introduces additional settings for exposure value adjustments and number of shots in the exposure bracketing
- Allows use of the Custom Key setting on the AEL button and Delete button during playback
FTP Transfer & Network functions:
- Allows scheduling of FTP transfers while writing data to the camera's storage media
- You can now continue shooting while transferring captured photos and videos to a smartphone or tablet
  - Ver. 2.9.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
- Transfer to smartphones and tablets can now be resumed even if interrupted in the middle of a transfer
  - Ver. 2.9.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
- You can now transfer only the differences that have not yet been transferred to your smartphone or tablet, or add videos to be transferred during the transfer process
  - Ver. 2.9.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
- Adds support for the Network Streaming function
  - Settings must be adjusted in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
  - Ver. 2.9.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
- Supports the following Monitor & Control app functions
  - Ver. 2.3.0 or later of the Monitor & Control app is necessary.
    The Monitor & Control app may not be available in some countries or regions.
    - Clip review during camera playback mode
    - Focus map display
    - IRIS operation bar display
Others:
- Allows notifications to be displayed when the latest software is available for your camera
- The Security (IPsec) functionality is no longer supported. Please enable and use Access Authen. as it provides more secure protection
- WPA and WEP functionalities are no longer supported. You will no longer be able to select WPA or WEP when connecting to Wi-Fi. Please use the more secure WPA2 or WPA3 moving forward
- Fixes an issue where the Detail feature does not work when the Picture Profile is set to S-Cinetone
- Improves the operational stability of the camera

Notes:

If you are using the Camera Remote SDK (Software Development Kit), please check the Camera Remote SDK website for a list of supported devices, download instructions, and FAQs.
- The Camera Remote SDK may be unavailable in some countries or regions.
Please refer to the Help Guide for details on all updated functions.

Ver. 3.02 or earlier (24-07-2024 or earlier)

Improves the operational stability of the camera
Fixes the following issues with the ISO value:
- The ISO value is displayed incorrectly when outputting a RAW video to a RAW-compatible device connected via an HDMI cable
- The upper and lower limit setting ranges are incorrect when the ISO value is set to Auto
Fixes an issue where the camera may not be able to connect to the network
Support for Mobile applications:
- Adds support for the Creators' App
  Notes:
  - 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 other various functions.
  - Availability varies depends on country and region.
- Adds support for the Monitor & Control app
  Notes:
  - The Monitor & Control app connects wirelessly to a camera and enables video monitoring and remote control with a smartphone or tablet.
  - Availability varies depends on country and region.
Shooting & Playback functions:
- Adds support for the Relay Playback function
- Adds support for Breathing Compensation
  Note: For compatible lens information, please refer to the support page.
- Adds support for DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) and 24.00p recording
  Notes:
  - Availability varies depends on country and region.
  - You need to install a free license to use it.
- Adds a function that allows you to narrow down the images to be played back using multiple filtering conditions such as FTP transfer status
- The maximum number of images that can be recorded in one folder has been increased to 9,999
- Allows Timecode input with multi/micro USB terminal. You can set the timecode with the source equipment
  Note: A dedicated adapter cable, which is sold separately, is required to connect to the timecode source equipment.
- Adds support for importing/switching multiple IPTC Presets
- Adds support for C2PA format.(The license availability date is undecided)
- Adds support for Custom Grid Line
  Notes:
  - Availability varies depends on country and region.
  - Custom Grid Line is available as a paid license.
FTP Transfer & Network functions:
- Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators' Cloud app
  Notes:
  - Availability varies depends on country and region.
  - Creators' App Ver. 2.3.1 or later is necessary. Settings must be adjusted in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
- You can now automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected movies and still images
- Movies/still images transferred via FTP transfer can now be automatically protected
- You can now transfer specific images with priority during FTP transfer
- Adds support for SFTP (Support File Transfer Protocol) to security protocols
- Wireless LAN security now supports WPA3-SAE
- 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. 3.7.0 or later).
Others:
- Fixes an issue where the time code wasn't always retained after a power restart
- Improves the exposure stability when using extended ISO during movie recordings
Allows proxy recording during a remote computer connection
Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
Improves the stability of the custom white balance
Improves eye sensor detection performance with strong light sources, such as sunlight
Fixes an issue where a Picture Profile may be applied even though the Picture Profile feature is set to Off
Improves the operational stability of the camera when using the Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote) or Imaging Edge Mobile apps
Fixes an issue where an error message may appear while shooting at a high shutter speed
Fixes an issue where a file saved in the memory card may not be loaded by the Save/Load Settings
Improves the overall stability of the camera
Adds the P11:S-Cinetone picture profile preset
Note: S-Cinetone is a new video look that introduces a color matrix that produces highly regarded skin tones.
Adds support for setting Steady Shot to Active during recording movie with S&Q Frame Rate
Note: The Active setting cannot be selected if the S&Q Frame Rate is set to 120fps/100fps or higher.
Fixes an issue where FTP transfer could fail when used with some USB-LAN conversion adapters
Note: Not all USB-LAN conversion adaptors are guaranteed to operate properly.
Improves connection stability of USB tethering when using an iPhone
Notes:
- Currently, the USB tethering function does not support iOS 14.
- We recommend using a smartphone and USB cable that support USB-PD (USB Power Delivery).

File Info

Name: BODYDATA.DAT
Version: 5.00
Size: 739 649 928 bytes
Release Date: 03-02-2026

Preparation

Check the System Software Version

Follow the instructions below to check the system software version:

Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version → Body.
The system software version will be displayed.

Notes:

If the system software version is Ver. 5.00, the update is not required.
When updating from Ver. 2.15 or earlier, you need to update to Ver. 3.01 first. Please update to Ver. 5.00 after updating to Ver. 3.01.
If you try to update this version without updating to Ver. 3.00 or Ver. 3.01, an error will occur and you will not be able to update the software.
If the Date/Time setting screen appears when you turn on your camera, be sure to set the date and/or time to the correct values.

Saving the System Software Data to a Memory Card

IMPORTANT: Make sure there is only one BODYDATA.DAT file on the memory card.

Click the Download button.
After reading the disclaimer, click Download.
Save the file to your computer.
Insert the formatted memory card into the computer.
Save the BODYDATA.DAT file in the root directory of the memory card. Do not change the file name.

Notes:

Please format the memory card in advance using this camera.
Before formatting, copy the data to a computer or other device. Once you format the memory card, all the data recorded on it will be deleted and cannot be restored.
Please refer to the instruction manual of the camera for compatible memory cards.

Other Hardware

Power source for the camera: Use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack (NP-FZ100).
Note: The update can only be performed when the battery power level is 51% or more. We recommend you use a fully charged battery.
Detach the vertical grip from the camera before updating the system software .

Updating the System Software Version

Important Notice

Use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack (NP-FZ100).
Do not remove the battery during the update as the sudden loss of power may render the camera inoperable.
It may not be possible to update if the camera temperature is high. Please wait to update until after the temperature drops.

Step 1: Update the System Software

Insert the memory card that contains the saved system software data into slot 1 of the camera. Only slot 1 will recognize the system software data.
Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version → Body.
Select Software Update.
Select Execute on the system software update confirmation screen. The software version update will start.

On-screen message:
- Update? X.XX → Y.YY
  - X.XX: Current version number
  - Y.YY: Newest version number
Notes:
- Do not remove the battery or memory card during the update.
- After confirming the details, you may click Execute.
- Please scroll down the screen as necessary to view the full text.
When the system software update starts, a black screen will appear and the access lamp will flash 1 time → 3 times → 5 times depending on the progress of the update. The update will take approximately 6 minutes to complete.

Notes:
- If the system software data copy is incorrect, the message “The target model for the update file is incorrect” will be displayed on the camera monitor.
- If the access lamp repeats 5 long blinks (0.5-second cycle) and 6 short blinks (0.25-second cycle), or 7 long blinks (0.5-second cycle) and 7 short blinks (0.25-second cycle), it is possible you have not updated from Ver. 3.00 or later, or the system software may have been incorrectly copied to the memory card.
  - In this case, remove the battery and memory card from the camera, prepare another memory card, and then start over from the Saving the System Software Data to a Memory Card section of this article.
When the update is complete, the camera will automatically restart. After restarting, press OK on the “Body update complete” screen.

Step 2: Confirm the System Software Version of Your Camera

Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version → Body.
The system software version will be displayed.
The update was successful if the screen shows Ver. 5.00.

Sony Support

ILCE-7SM3 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 5.00

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