Sony Camera Control

Sony Camera Compatibility

  • Sony camera compatibility with Pictomic’s Visere Captura Product Photography Software is determined by the functionality provided through the integrated Sony Software Development Kit (SDK). This SDK serves as the communication link between the software and your Sony camera, enabling features such as remote control, image capture, and advanced camera operations.

    To maintain compatibility with the latest Sony camera models and features, Pictomic continuously integrates the most recent SDK updates provided by Sony. These updates typically include:


    • Support for newly released Sony camera models
    • Bug fixes and stability improvements
    • Enhancements to existing functionality

    By keeping your installation of Visere Captura up to date, you ensure ongoing compatibility with Sony’s evolving SDK, allowing you to fully leverage Sony’s imaging capabilities in your photography workflow.

  • To determine whether a specific Sony camera is compatible with Visere Captura, follow these steps:

    1. Identify the Camera Device Model
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    Use the reference table provided on this Wiki page to map your Sony camera to its corresponding device model.


    
2. Verify Sony SDK Support.

    Once you’ve identified the device model, visit the official Sony SDK support page to check if that device model is listed as supported by the SDK.

    Only cameras with device models supported by the Sony SDK will function with Visere Captura. If your camera’s device model is not listed, it is not currently compatible with the software.

Recommended Sony Camera Settings for Use with Visere Captura

  • To ensure optimal performance and full compatibility with Visere Captura, we recommend the following basic camera setup. In some cases, it is also recommended that you reset your camera to its default settings before proceeding with this setup:



    1. Set the Mode Dial to Manual (M)
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    This allows full control over exposure settings through the software.



    2. Set Image Quality to JPG or JPG+RAW
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    • Use JPG (Large) for maximum resolution and faster processing.


    • Select JPG+RAW if RAW images are required.

    
Note: Visere Captura does not support cropping RAW images.



    3. Set Auto Power Off to Off.

    
This prevents the camera from powering down during use.



    4. Set Lens to Auto Focus (AF).

    
Ensure the AF/MF switch on the lens is set to AF for software-controlled focusing.
 If you prefer to manually adjust focus, leave the switch on Manual Focus (MF).



  • 5. Enable USB Connection.

    Go to: Camera Settings → Connect to PC (PC Remote Function) and set:

    • PC Remote → On and
    • PC Remote Cnct Method → USB


    6. On Desktop Disable Conflicting Applications

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    Any auto-launch or remote capture software may interfere with Visere Captura’s ability to connect to the camera. Disable these applications:


    • Windows:


    • Open AutoPlay Settings and set the default action for the camera to “Ask me every time” or “Take no action.”

    • Reboot your Windows machine.

    • macOS:


    • Connect the camera device to your Mac.
    • Open Image Capture (you can find it via Spotlight search).
    • In Image Capture, select your camera from the left sidebar.
    • At the top-left bar, you’ll see a circle (...) with three dots in it. Click on it and set “Connecting this camera opens:” to “No application”.
    • Reboot your macOS.


    7. On macOS Close Preview.

    If Preview is running you may run into issues capturing images from Visere Captura.


    8. Whitelist Visere Captura in Your Antivirus Software
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    Ensure your antivirus or security software allows Visere Captura to access the camera.



    9. Connect Your Camera via USB and Launch Visere Captura. 


    Once the above settings are configured, connect the camera to your computer via USB and open the Visere Captura application.
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