Come this January, Sony will be releasing a new firmware update for the Sony QX10 and QX100 attachable external lenses for iOS and Android smartphones. The new firmware update will bring with it a host of improvements which include a higher ISO for better shots in the dark. Video fans will also be happy to note that both lenses will get the ability to record full HD video (1o80p) versus the current 720p. After the jump, lets talk details.
According to Sony, the firmware update will officially bring:
- Full HD Movie Recording (QX100 and QX10): Both of the Cyber-shot QX Series cameras will have the ability to shoot Full HD 1080p video (1920×1080@30p in MP4) after the firmware update.
- Shutter Priority (“S”) Mode (QX100 only): The Shutter Priority (“S”) mode will be added to the QX100 camera to allow direct access control to shutter speed.
- Expanded ISO Shooting Range (QX100 and QX10): Each of the cameras will be able to shoot at higher ISO settings for greater versatility in low-light conditions. The QX10 camera will be expanded from max ISO 1600 to max ISO 3200. The QX100 camera will be expanded from max ISO 3200 to max ISO 12800.
| QX100 | QX10 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mode | Now | After update | Now | After update | |
| Program auto | ISO | 160 – 3200 | 160 – 12800 | 100 – 1600 | 100 – 3200 |
| Aperture priority | ISO | 160 – 3200 | 160 – 12800 | N/A | N/A |
| Shutter priority | ISO | N/A | 160 – 12800 | N/A | N/A |
| Shutter speed |
N/A | 30 – 1/2000 s | N/A | N/A | |
| Movie (MP4) |
Image size |
1440×1080/30p | 1920×1080/30p | 1440×1080/30p | 1920×1080/30p |
An improved PlayMemories app which is required to control the attachable lenses is also expected to be released shortly.
Discuss:
Are you interested in devices like the Sony QX10 and QX100 or is your smartphone camera good enough?