Applicable Model

This information is for the following model(s):

ILCE-1M2

About This Download

Note on Sony account: Before downloading the software, we recommend that you create a Sony account. After creating a Sony account or signing in with your Sony account, download the software (for customers in the USA and Canada). You also have the option to download the software without an account.

What to keep in Mind Before Performing the Update

You can download the software update using the Creators' App available in the App Store and Google Play.

Benefits and Improvements

Adds support for Real-time Recognition AF+ with improved subject detection and tracking capabilities
Adds support for the Preset Focus function with lenses that do not have power zoom, including Sony's manual zoom E-mount lenses
- The registered positions of preset focus/zoom are incompatible before and after the camera software update. Please re-register the preset focus/zoom after the update.
- Some zoom lenses without power zoom are not supported. For more details, please visit the following link: https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/lens_body/
Adds FL2 (Film 2) and FL3 (Film 3) to the Creative Look options
Improves the metering accuracy when using bounce flash
Optimizes the battery level display
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.
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.

Previous Benefits and Improvements

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

Ver. 3.00 (30-07-2025)

Adapts the display layout of shooting information for both horizontal and vertical viewing
Allows you to select whether to change the Shooting Mode, Drive Mode, and Focus Mode using the dial or through the menu
Allows simultaneous deleting and rating of images recorded on both Memory Card Slot 1 and Slot 2
Allows the display of folder names and file names during playback
Allows you to add OK/NG/KEEP flags to clips during or after movie recording
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
  - Ver. 2.3.0 or later of the Transfer & Tagging setting is necessary for Android, and Ver. 2.3.1 or later is necessary for iOS.
    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
  - 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
Supports Scan and Tag, Photo Cropping, and Volume Photography Commands under the Volume Photography License
- Installation of a paid license is required for use.
- The provision of the license is scheduled to begin after August 2025.
- Services may not be available in some countries or regions.
Updates the display of the shooting date and time to the user date and time (The built-in clock of the camera) instead of the server date and time when viewing images captured with the Write Digital Signature function set to On in the 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.
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 security setting moving forward
Improves the operational stability of the camera

Ver. 2.01 (15-04-2025)

Ver. 2.00 (15-01-2025)

File Info

Name: BODYDATA.DAT
Version: 4.00
Size: 1 194 332 648 bytes
Release Date: 10-30-2025

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. 4.00, the update is not required.
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 the memory card 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), 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, when the Body update complete screen appears, press OK.

Step 2: Confirm the System Software Version of Your Camera

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

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