Updates should be installed in chronological order: Ver. 1.01 or earlier → Ver. 1.05 → Ver. 6.02. If you try to install Ver. 6.02 without updating to Ver. 1.05, an error will occur and you will not be able to update your camera.
Some settings will not be carried over to Ver. 6.02, even if they were previously saved using the Save/Load settings. When updating from Ver. 6.00 or earlier, we recommend writing down the following settings in advance:
Network Streaming, Cloud Connection, and Access Authen. settings
Switch Focus Area and Send to Smartphone settings registered to Custom Key
Version setting registered in My Menu
This update is only available for memory cards. Windows and macOS versions are not provided.
You can download the software update using the Creators' App available in the App Store and Google Play.
Benefits and Improvements
Fixes an issue where Focus Bracket shooting could not be performed in some cases
The following benefits and improvements are also included in this update.
Fixes an issue where some products were unable to update to Ver. 6.00, as well as an issue where products that successfully updated to Ver. 6.00 would enter power save mode when the monitor was closed, regardless of the Power Save by Monitor setting. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
This update also includes the improvements that were introduced in Ver. 6.00.
Shooting and Playback Functions
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 Golden Ratio Grid option to the Grid Line Type setting menu
Adds the option to enlarge the menu screen display
Allows you to add OK/NG/KEEP flags to clips during or after movie recording
Allows the remaining capacity of both storage devices to be displayed during movie recording when using Simult. or Auto Switch Media (Relay Recording)
Displays audio levels on the screen at all times during movie recording
Adds support for the Relay Playback function
Adds a function that allows you to narrow down played-back images using multiple filters (e.g. Rating)
Allows Custom Key settings to be assigned to the AF-ON, AEL, and Delete buttons during playback
Adds support for importing/switching multiple IPTC Presets
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.
FTP Transfer and Network Functions
Allows scheduling of FTP transfers while writing data to the camera's storage media
Allows you to automatically schedule FTP transfers of protected movies and still images
Allows you to automatically protect movies/still images transferred via FTP transfer
Allows you to transfer specific images with priority during FTP transfer
Supports the following Monitor & Control app function:
Focus map display Note: The latest version of the Monitor & Control app is necessary. The app may not be available in some countries or regions.
Others
Improves the operational stability of the camera
Note: Please refer to the Help Guide for details on all updated functions.
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
Improves the operational stability of the camera
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.
Fixes an issue where switching the recording frame rate immediately after shooting causes audio and video to be recorded at different speeds or results in unstable operation in subsequent recordings
Fixes an issue where the cursor does not move correctly when multiple identical items are registered in the function menu
Fixes an issue where recording video by pressing the MOVIE button in still image shooting mode causes certain button operations to stop working
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
Adds a function that automatically creates still images with Shot Marks from movie frames after recordings Note: 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
Allows notifications to be displayed when the latest software is available for your camera
You can now continue shooting while transferring captured photos and videos to a smartphone or tablet Note: Ver. 2.5.0 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 Note: Ver. 2.5.0 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 Note: Ver. 2.5.0 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 Monitor & Control app Note: The Monitor & Control app connects wirelessly to a camera and enables video monitoring and remote control with a smartphone or tablet. Ver. 2.1.0 or later of the Monitor & Control app is necessary. The Monitor & Control app may not be available in some countries or regions.
Fixes an issue where peaking display would appear during movie playback
Improves the functionality and operational stability of the camera
Fixes an issue where the recording for a movie shooting session may be interrupted
Fixes an issue where the camera may not be able to connect to the network
Adds support for Network Streaming function Notes:
Creators' App Ver. 2.3.1 or later is necessary. Settings must be made in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. Please refer to the support page.
Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators' Cloud app Notes:
Creators' App Ver. 2.3.1 or later is necessary. Settings must be made in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
This service may not be available in some countries or regions. Please refer to the support page.
Enables display of the Wi-Fi signal strength
The maximum number of images that can be recorded in one folder has been increased to 9,999
Adds support for C2PA format.(The license availability date is undecided)
Adds support for Custom Grid Line Note: Custom Grid Line is available as a paid license. Availability varies depends on country and region.
Fixes an issue where the time code wasn't always retained after a power restart
Fixes an issue where certain custom key operations could cause a restart
Improves the exposure stability when using extended ISO during movie recordings
Fixes a Creators' App issue where the Auto Time Correction and Auto Area Adjustment features turn off
Adds support for the Creators' App Note: The new Creators' App mobile application is available to replace 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 functions that improve security when connecting for remote shooting and image transferring with Creators' App and Imaging Edge Desktop software Note: Please update the Imaging Edge Desktop software to the latest version (Ver.3.6 or later)
Improves the shutter reliability
Fixes an issue where the movie file rotated by the camera may not be rotated when displayed on a computer
Allows you to select M and S sizes in addition to L when using the RAW recording lossless compression method
The shutter speed and ISO sensitivity settings dedicated to flash photography can be retained
Adds the Touch Shutter function
The camera's serial number can be recorded in the metadata in the movie files Note: Where the Write Serial Number option was set to On before the update, the Write Serial Number (still image/movie) will be set to Off after the update.
Improves operability of Wi-Fi connections
Adds a 1 minute setting to the Power Save by Monitor menu
Fixes an issue where the viewfinder display may not be brightened according to the ambient brightness
Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
Fixes an issue where you may not be able to take photos when using a SEL2860 lens
Note: Please refer to the Help Guide for details on all updated functions.
File Info
Name: BODYDATA.DAT
Version: 6.02
Size: 757 480 856 bytes
Release Date: 28-05-2026
Preparation
Check the System Software Version of Your Camera
Follow the instructions below to check the system software version of your camera:
Select Menu → Setup → Setup Option → Version → Body.
The system software version will be displayed.
Update Sequence
If the system software version is Ver. 6.02, the update is not required.
If your camera is running Ver. 1.01 or earlier, you must first update to Ver. 1.05 before installing Ver. 6.02.
Installing Ver. 6.02 directly without updating to Ver. 1.05 will result in an error, and the software update will fail.
If the Date/Time setting screen appears when you turn on your camera, set the date and/or time correctly.
Saving the System Software Data to a Memory Card
IMPORTANT: Make sure there is only one BODYDATA.DAT file on the memory card.
To save the system software data to a 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 use this camera to format the memory card in advance.
Before formatting, copy the data to a computer or other device.
After formatting, the data on the memory card will be permanently deleted and cannot be restored.
Please refer to the instruction manual of the camera for compatible memory cards.
Power Requirements
Power source: Use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack (NP-FZ100).
The update can only be performed when the battery power level is three bars or higher. We recommend you use a fully charged battery.
Hardware Requirements
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. Doing so may cause the camera to become inoperable.
It may not be possible to update if the camera temperature is high. Please wait until the temperature drops before updating.
Step 1: Update the System Software of Your Camera
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, click the Execute button.
Scroll down as needed to view the full text.
When the system software update starts, a black screen will appear. The access lamp will flash 1 time → 3 times → 5 times depending on the progress. The update will take approximately 6 minutes to complete.
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. 6.02.
If the Update Fails
If the system software was not copied correctly to the memory card, the camera may display an error message or signal an error using the access lamp.
What You May See:
The message “The target model for the update file is incorrect” appears on the camera monitor.
The access lamp blinks in one of the following patterns:
5 long blinks (0.5-second cycle) followed by 6 short blinks (0.25-second cycle)
7 long blinks (0.5-second cycle) followed by 7 short blinks (0.25-second cycle)
What This Means:
The camera may not have been updated to Ver.1.05 or later before attempting this update.
The system software may have been copied incorrectly to the memory card.
What to Do:
Remove the battery and memory card from the camera.
Prepare another memory card.
Start again from the Saving the System Software Data to a Memory Card section of this article.
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three bars or higher. We recommend you use a fully charged battery.
