SIGMA sd Quattro H Camera Firmware 1.02 Download

Posted at December 21, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

SIGMA sd Quattro H Camera Firmware 1.02 Description

Fixes:

- It is possible to offer faster AF speed for the lenses from the Contemporary, Art and Sports lines by 10 – 30%, and has further improved the focusing accuracy.
- It has changed the file structure of X3F and X3I files and enabled the camera to offer faster processing speeds.
- It is possible to start up the camera faster.
- It has improved the color reproduction performance during indoor shooting when AWB is selected.
- It has improved the algorithm for the noise reduction in JPEG format.
- It is possible that selector buttons can move the focus frame without using focus frame button.
- It is possible to set the slowest limit for the shutter speed while shooing ISO Auto.
- It is possible to allocate the “LV Magnification Display” function to the FUNC button of the Power Grip PG-41.
- It is possible to display the shooting information on the sub monitor when checking the recorded images.
- It has improved the accuracy of dimming when used with the ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-630 SA, the ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-610 DG SUPER SA-STTL, the ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-610 DG ST SA-STTL and the ELECTRONIC FLASH MACRO EM-140 DG SA-STTL.
- It has changed the specification of the Super Fine Detail (SFD) mode that a warning message appears when the battery is low, and shooting in the SFD mode becomes unavailable.
- It has corrected the phenomenon that the lens description in the EXIF data of JPEG images was not displayed properly. This was identified when the JPEG image was developed from the RAW data processed internally on the camera.
- It has corrected the phenomenon that it occasionally freezes when the memory card has X3I files and try to process marked images.
- It has corrected the phenomenon that it occasionally freezes when the shutter button is repeatedly half-pressed.
- SIGMA Photo Pro ver. 6.5.4 or later is required to process the RAW data (X3F and X3I files) taken by the sd Quattro H with firmware version 1.02.

Caution (Firmware update):

- If the camera is turned off during the update procedure, it might cause a malfunction and damage your camera.
- Please use a dedicated AC adapter or a fully charged battery.
- Do not open the BATTERY/CARD COVER or operate the camera during the firmware update.
- Do not turn off the camera during the firmware update.

How to update the firmware:

- Please use 512MB or larger SD/SDHC/SDXC card and format the card in the camera body.
- Please connect a card reader containing the SD/SDHC/SDXC card or the camera to your computer and download the firmware file in the SD/SDHC/SDXC card root directory (Please do not store the file in a subfolder such as "DCIM").
- Insert the SD/SDHC/SDXC card storing the firmware file of .BIN into your camera and turn on the camera.
- Press the MENU button on the back of the camera to display the Camera Set-up Menu.
- Select "Firmware Update" from the Set-up Menu.
- Press the OK button again to display the firmware update window.
- The installed firmware information is displayed.
- "Start Firmware update?" message will be displayed.
- Select "Yes" and then press the OK button to start the firmware update. Firmware update will now start.
- There will be two firmware updates. 5 seconds after starting the first update, the camera body will turn off automatically, and 3 seconds later it will turn on again to start the second update. In case the camera does not restart, turn on the power to resume the update. It takes about 1 minute as a total to update.
- When the message "Firmware update is complete. The camera will be turned off automatically." is displayed, the update is complete.
- Select the "Information" from the Set-Up menu and confirm the firmware has been updated to successfully. 

About Digital Camera Updates:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your camera can improve the device's overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera's firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty or the device's performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camera's firmware be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has been encountering, or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful for you.

This process isn't intended to be destructive, but still, it's best to save all your personal data and configurations before applying a different firmware. Moreover, make sure that the battery is fully charged and don't use the camera's buttons while the installation is in progress.

When it comes to the update method, usually, you must copy the firmware file onto a compatible memory card, insert it into the camera, and browse from the menu to the device's update section.

However, each device has various ways to enter the update mode and particular steps that should be taken for a successful upgrade, therefore make sure you read the product's installation guide.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don't miss the update that will boost your camera's performance.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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