- Phase-detection AF is supported&
- The AF can be used in movie recording mode with the SEL85F14GM&
&&Download and Update the Firmware:&&

- IMPORTANT: Do not allow the computer to enter Sleep (Standby) mode during the update process.&
- Download the firmware file to a temporary or download directory.&
- Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the downloaded file to begin the Firmware Updater.&
- Connect the camera to your computer using the supplied USB cable.&
- The LCD screen on the camera will turn off when it is connected to the computer. If the LCD screen of camera does not turn off, disconnect and reconnect the USB cable to the camera. If the computer has additional USB ports, try connecting the USB cable to different USB port.&
- Verify that the Remove Hardware icon or is displayed in the task tray at the lower right-hand corner of the computer screen.&
- At the Firmware Updater screen, click Next.&
- Do not power off the camera or disconnect the USB cable until the update process is complete. &
- When the next screen is displayed, check the version number at the lower left and click Next.&
- When the next screen is displayed, click the Remove Hardware icon or in the task tray to stop the USB connection. If the Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on the task tray, please proceed to the next step.&
- Do not disconnect the USB cable from the camera or the computer.&
- On the camera, press the center button of the Control Wheel to reset the camera.&
- When the next screen is displayed, click Run.&
- Do not power off the camera or disconnect the USB cable until the update process is complete.&
- The update process takes about fifteen minutes to complete.&
- After clicking Finish, make sure to wait for the camera screen to turn back on before you continue, this may take a few minutes.&
- Click the Remove Hardware icon or in the task tray to stop the USB connection, and then disconnect the USB cable.&
- Power off the camera, then remove the battery pack or AC adapter.&
- Reconnect the battery pack or AC adapter and power on the camera.&
&&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.&
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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.&
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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.&
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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.&
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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.&
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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.&
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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.&