Sony has just rolled out a massive firmware update for its most popular cinema cameras—the Sony FX3 and the Sony FX30. So, this is not a minor tweak. In this article, we are going to explore the major changes that will be made with these firmware updates. We have directly taken official update data from Sony.com, and we are highlighting here the major advantages of the new firmware compared to the previous versions we have in the Sony FX30 and the FX3 cameras.
Yes, the new firmware update that we are getting does bring a major change, which includes user interface improvements, advanced shooting modes, RAW output capabilities, and seamless cloud connectivity. They actually listened and addressed real pain points for pros shooting with Sony FX3 and FX30 cameras in fast-paced environments. These updates will potentially save time, reduce errors, and open new creative doors.
We all know that the Sony FX3 and FX30 are already workhorse cameras, but after this update, they will become, for sure, cinematography monsters. So let’s see the list of updates we have with the new firmware:
1. A Revamped Home Screen: Streamlining Your Pre-Shoot Workflow
One of the biggest advantages with this new update is we have a new dedicated home screen dubbed as BIG6. In the BIG6, you have all the important shoot settings in front. In the BIG6 boxes visible in your frame—starting from the left, it’s FPS; in the next box, there is ISO; and on the extreme right, we have shutter speed.
Now in the bottom part, again starting from the extreme left, we have the lens aperture setting, the LUT you are using, and finally, the white balance.
It is really helpful if you are busy in a high-stakes documentary shoot or doing cinematography. It’s not always easy to jump into the Sony complex camera menu system and bring out and edit each of your workflow settings. So this gives you, on-screen, all the available settings at a single glance, and the chances of error become very low. At the very same time, the camera becomes a run-and-gun camera which directly boosts productivity that allows creators or cinematographers to focus on storytelling, mood of the shot instead of diving into the menu system of your camera.
2. Enhanced Slow & Quick (S&Q) Modes: Greater Creative Control Without the Hassle
Adds a Fixed/Variable mode that supports S&Q shooting settings by directly specifying the shooting frame rate without needing to set the S&Q mode.
Sony has now introduced a fixed and variable mode for S&Q shooting, now letting users specify their frame rates directly without jumping into the dedicated menu. So now you have the freedom to select your maximum frame rate that is available only in S&Q settings, in your existing shooting mode. It means whatever mode you are using, the S&Q maximum frame rate is now available to you.
So this particular update expands the high-frame-rate capabilities of your camera. Once the update is done, you don’t have to switch to different modes and break your shooting flow. You can upskill the setup to a maximum extent available—like directly jumping from 24 FPS to 120 FPS in 4K with the FX30 camera without interrupting the workflow.
3. Focus and Monitoring Upgrades: Precision for Demanding Shoots
The update adds 1.5x and 1.6x magnifications to the De-Squeeze Display. The Focus Magnifier and the Auto Magnifier have now been added to the anamorphic De-Squeeze mode. So whether you are shooting with 1.5x or 1.6x lenses/options for discreet display, you now have the ability to magnify the focus area while you are in Manual Focus mode. That ensures a tack-sharp focus without any guesswork.
Adds support for the Focus Magnifier and Auto Magnifier in MF settings while using the Bright Monitoring feature. The Bright Monitoring integration actually means you can magnify extremely dim light areas—a huge win over older firmware where this was limited. This advantage shines when you are involved in professional workflows/projects, and where precise focus can make or break a shot.
4. RAW Video Output Revolution: Blackmagic RAW via HDMI
Many of the Sony users who were buying these professional cameras were asking why Sony is avoiding Blackmagic RAW. But now, Sony has finally listened to all of you, and you can get Blackmagic RAW from both the FX30 as well as the Sony FX3 via the HDMI port. So it actually opens the door to external recorders like the Blackmagic Video Assist to record the video. The other advantage also includes a massive jump in color grading and post-production.
5. List of Additional Updates Added to Both Cameras
- Allows the camera to automatically recognize the USB-LAN conversion adapter (sold separately) and connect to the network when powered on
- Allows the remaining capacity of both storage devices to be displayed during movie recording when using Simult. or Auto Switch Media (Relay Recording)
- Allows the optical density of pre-registered ND filters to be recorded in the metadata
- Allows the filtering of camera images for smartphone transfer and FTP transfer using Clip Flag
- Allows the direct upload of camera videos to Creators’ Cloud based on OK/NG/KEEP flags
Settings must be adjusted in the Creators’ App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators’ App support website.
Ver. 3.1.0 or later of the Creators’ App is necessary.
This service may not be available in some countries or regions.
For more information, please visit the Creators’ Cloud support website.
6. Supports the Following Monitor & Control App Functions:
- Manual framing function
- Attach Clip Flag
Notes:
Ver. 2.4.0 or later of the Monitor & Control app is necessary.
The Monitor & Control app may not be available in some countries or regions.
7. Security & Stability:
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- The Security (IPsec) functionality is no longer supported. Please enable and use Access Authentication 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
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
This firmware is not just a normal firmware update — this is a complete transformation of your Sony FX30 and Sony FX3 camera into a Sony Venice-style professional cinematography camera. It exploits the camera hardware to its maximum potential available, addressing user feedback for a better user interface, creativity, and integration of all the key major features possible at this moment with the available set of hardware performance.
So this major update will give the two Sony cameras a competitive edge over other rivals in the $5,000 cinema camera range available from different brands. And the best part is — the firmware update is available for free; you don’t have to pay a single penny to download it.
We are very much excited to share this update with you, and at the very same time, we are also excited to know — have you installed it? And what are your experiences with this latest update? Let us know in the comments section!
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