This utility updates the camera firmware to version 2.00 and provides the following benefits:

- Adds the ability to release the shutter even when no lens is mounted on the camera.
- Expands the Exposure Compensation range to ± 5 EV.
Note: The range before the update is ± 3 EV.
- Adds a new Bracket Shooting setting to allow a deviation of 3.0 EV.
Note: The maximum deviation setting before the update is 2.0 EV.
- Improves the auto focus (AF) speed. This is especially noticeable when using a telescopic lens.
Note: The improvement varies depending on the lens used and shooting conditions.

Update the Firmware

WARNING!!: When performing the firmware update, use fully charged rechargeable battery pack NP-FM500H or the AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (AC adaptor sold separately). Do not remove the battery or AC adapter during the firmware updating, otherwise the camera may be permanently damaged.
- Slide the POWER switch to the ON position and set the "Memory card" to the type you are using for the update (Memory Stick Duo / CF card / Microdrive) in Setup Menu 2 , then slide the POWER switch to the OFF position.
- If it is not already there, insert the formatted recording media (Memory Stick Duo / CF card / Microdrive) into the camera
- Press and hold the MENU button. While holding the MENU button, slide the POWER switch to the ON position. Continue to press the MENU button until the confirmation window appears.
- The confirmation window appears.
- Use the Multi-selector to highlight "OK", then press the Center button of the Multi-selector. The Updating procedure will start.
- When the "Update is completed" message appears, the updating procedure is complete.
Note: The camera automatically restarts after about 5 seconds.
- Power off ...