With the latest update, the Sony A7 IV is ready for even more control, convenience and flexibility. Thanks to the pre-installed firmware, you can now use the Sony Monitor & Control app. This turns your smartphone into a wireless monitor and remote control, perfect for both solo shoots and professional sets.
What is the Monitor & Control app?
The app offers wireless live view, remote setting control, and professional monitoring tools such as false color, zebra stripes and waveform. Whether you're shooting photos or video, you’ll always have a clear view of your frame.
What can you do with it?
- Live monitoring on your smartphone or tablet
- Adjust settings like ISO, aperture, shutter speed and white balance
- Touch focus and remote focusing
- Use tools such as histogram, zebra stripes and false color
- Client Monitoring Mode to share your view without sharing controls
- Multi-camera support within one app
- Two connection modes: via Bluetooth or WiFi (2.4 or 5 GHz)
What do you need as a Budgetcam customer?
Absolutely nothing extra! When you rent the Sony A7 IV from us, the latest firmware is already installed. Just download the Monitor & Control app on your phone and connect it to the camera.
In practice
Imagine having your camera mounted on a slider or gimbal and not being able to reach it easily. With this app, you can easily focus, adjust settings and monitor your shot live, all from your phone. This gives you full control, even from tricky positions or when shooting solo.
Bonus: alternatives for even more control
Want a larger screen or local recording in ProRes RAW? Then consider an external monitor like the Atomos Shogun Ultra. This professional add-on gives you even more flexibility, especially when working with multiple cameras or when precise color control is important.
Ready to get started?
The Sony A7 IV is available to rent with the latest firmware and ready to use with the Monitor & Control app.
