Applicable Model

This information is for the following model(s):

ILCE-7RM5

Required Downloads

Read this section before downloading the file.

Precautions when updating from Ver. 1.00

For customers who have been using the Imaging Edge Mobile app:
- Updated cameras will no longer be able to connect to the Imaging Edge Mobile app. After updating the camera, install the Creators' App.
- Please make sure the Imaging Edge Mobile app is the latest version (Ver.7.7.2 or later) in order to pair the camera with the Creators' App.
- For instructions on installing and connecting the Creators' App, please refer to Migrating from Imaging Edge Mobile app to Creators' App.
If you use the Wireless Remote Commander/Shooting grip (GP-VPT2BT, RMT-P1BT), delete it from the Bluetooth Settings on the camera menu. Then pair the camera with the Wireless Remote Commander/Shooting grip again.

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.

How to Save Your Settings Before Updating

When updating to this software version, the following settings will be unregistered or reset to their default values:

Settings for Monitor Flip Direction, Network Streaming, Cloud Connection, and Access Authen.
Switch Focus Area and Send to Smartphone registered to Custom Key
Version, Touch Sensitivity, and Touch Panel settings registered in My Menu

Note: Even if you previously saved your settings using features such as Save/Load Settings, these settings will not be carried over to cameras with Ver. 4.00 or later. We recommend writing down your settings in advance as needed.

Benefits and Improvements

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)
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 still images and 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

No longer supports the Security (IPsec) functionality
Note: Please enable and use Access Authen. as it provides more secure protection.
No longer supports the WPA and WEP functionalities
Note: 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.
Fixes an issue where the focus may not reach infinity during Focus Bracketing
Fixes an issue where color reproduction may vary even when the white balance is fixed during exposure bracket shooting in lossless compressed RAW
Improves the operational stability of the camera

Note: Please refer to the Help Guide for details on all updated functions.

Previous Benefits and Improvements

View previous benefits and improvements

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

Improves the operational stability of the 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.
Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators' Cloud app
Notes:
- Settings must be adjusted in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
- Ver. 2.5.0 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.
Adds support for the Network Streaming function
Notes:
- Settings must be adjusted in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
- 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 device. 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.
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.
Increases the maximum number of images that can be recorded in one folder to 9,999
Displays the Wi-Fi signal strength when the Wi-Fi function is On
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
Adds support for the Custom Grid Line feature
Note: The Custom Grid Line feature is available as a paid license. Availability depends on country and region.
Fixes an issue where Auto Review is not displayed on the camera during HDMI output
Improves the functionality and operational stability of the camera
Fixes an issue where the camera could restart if many faces were simultaneously recognized at the same time when shooting a movies
Fixes an issue where the time code wasn't always retained after a power restart
Fixes an issue where the certain custom key operations may cause the restart
Improves the exposure stability when using extended ISO during movie recordings
Improves the operational stability of the camera
Fixes an issue where JPEG files could not be enlarged and played
Fixes an issue where the power may not turn on or turn off even if the Power switch is used
Fixes an issue where the Switch V/H AF Area feature may not work correctly
Fixes a Creators' App issue where the Auto Time Correction and Auto Area Adjustment features may turn off
Adds support for the Creators' App
Note: The new Creators' App mobile application replaces the Imaging Edge Mobile app. The Creators' App allows you to transfer images from the camera to your smartphone, shoot remotely, and use various other functions.
Adds a function that improves security when connecting with the Creators' App and Imaging Edge Desktop software for remote shooting and image transfers
Note: Please update the Imaging Edge Desktop software to the latest version (Ver. 3.6 or later)
Adds a function to switch the face that is prioritized for focus with a custom key

Note: Please refer to the Help Guide for details on all updated functions.

File Info

Name: BODYDATA.DAT
Version: 4.00
Size: 754 525 608 bytes
Release Date: 26-11-2025

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.

Note: 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 at least three bars or 51%. 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. For models with two slots, make sure to insert the memory card into slot 1. 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 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, 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. 4.00.

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ILCE-7RM5 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 4.00

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