BlackMagic Camera Firmware Update Utility 4.0 Beta 2 for Mac OS Download

Posted at November 17, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

BlackMagic Camera Firmware Update Utility 4.0 Beta 2 for Mac OS Description

About Blackmagic Camera Utility

This is a public beta for trial and testing purposes, customers working on commercial productions are encouraged to continue using the current shipping camera software. Please report any issues you find directly to us at [email protected]

The software installer no longer installs the Desktop Video or UltraScope applications so please download them separately.

To use UltraScope via Thunderbolt with Blackmagic Cinema Camera or Production Camera 4K, download and install the Blackmagic UltraScope software. If you want to use Media Express with the supported cameras, download and install the Blackmagic Desktop Video software.

Please ensure that your camera is plugged into mains power before running the software update.

What's new in Blackmagic Camera Setup 4.0 Beta 2:

- Added support for Image Stabilisation (IS) on EF lenses.
- Improved focus assist thresholds.
- Improved support for Sigma EF lenses.
- Improved support for Fujinon Cabrio PL lens control via broadcast 12-pin connector.
- Improved playback support.
- Improved boot up time.
- Fixed bug where camera index in filenames was resetting after power cycle.
- Fixed bug in HD window where power cycle causes misalignment on URSA Mini 4K.
- Fixed bug where URSA Mini 4K allows ISO setting of 1600 which is not supported.

Installing Blackmagic Camera Utility:

- Before installing the software, we recommend that you run "Uninstall Camera Setup" first.
- After loading the software on the Blackmagic Cinema Camera EF or MFT, you may notice a slight flickering on the built-in LCD screen. This is normal and expected behaviour. The flickering will go away after a few minutes of operation.

The Blackmagic Camera Installer package installs:

- Blackmagic Camera Setup
- Uninstall Blackmagic Camera Setup
- User Manuals

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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