Applicable Model
This information is for the following model(s):
- ILCE-9M3
About This Download
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
- Allows you to set Recognition Target to Auto, enabling the camera to automatically select subjects such as humans and animals
- Adapts the display layout of shooting information for both horizontal and vertical viewing
- 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
- Allows you to select whether to change the Shooting Mode, Drive Mode, and Focus Mode using the dial or through the menu
- Improves the metering accuracy when using bounce flash
- Optimizes the battery level display
- Allows simultaneous Delete 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 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
- The latest version of the Transfer & Tagging app is necessary.
The Transfer & Tagging setting may not be available in some countries or regions.
- The latest version of the Transfer & Tagging app is necessary.
- Supports the following Monitor & Control app functions:
- Focus map display
- IRIS operation bar display
- The latest version of the Monitor & Control app is necessary.
The Monitor & Control app may not be available in some countries or regions.
- The latest version of the Monitor & Control app is necessary.
- 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.
- No longer supports WPA and WEP functionalities. 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
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
View previous benefits and improvementsFile Info
- Name: BODYDATA.DAT
- Version: 4.00
- Size: 1 116 352 984 bytes
- Release Date: 30-10-2025
Preparation
How to Update Your Sony Camera With a Memory Card (SD or CFexpress)
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
- 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.
- Update? X.XX → Y.YY
- 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.