Tether Your Sony into Lightroom | Top Tips From Glyn Dewis 

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So you were able to tether your a6400 using this method? I'm thinking about getting one and tethering is a must for me

I had to first download Sony Play Memories because it wouldn’t connect or recognize my tether cable. Then I was able to connect to LRC and CaptureOne. Also, I had to change my CaptureOne preferences to Sony and that made it easier for it to be found as well. With CaptureOne default settings it has multiple cameras, you want to only check for your camera brand.

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Just wanted to chime in here... If you only intend on using one camera at a time in Smart Shooter 5, you would use the "Zero Additional Cameras" option when purchasing on our website. Additional camera purchases are only necessary when you need to use the Multi-Camera Capture feature which permits using more than one camera at the same time. For the cable selection for the Sony a7R V, it would depend on the type of USB port you have on your computer. You can use the "Search By Camera" option on our website (tethertools.com) in the navigation bar. This will allow you to find the cable that fits your particular setup. We also have a number of different cable management options available on our website (Products → Cable Management). Some options are designed to work with L-Brackets, but there are a number of different approaches that you could take in this regard. Naturally, feel free to reach out to Techsupport@tethertools.com if you have any additional questions.

Thanks for the question. Live View will only be available in Smart Shooter 5. The Plug-In does not have a way to pass Live View into the Lightroom Classic tethering interface. Therefore, we would recommend having both software windows open and switching back to Smart Shooter 5 to monitor Live View as needed. Hopefully that helps!

This is correct. Some of the older Sony a7 models do not permit any changes to this behavior. Unfortunately, you can only use the default camera behavior which will be reflected as greyed out in the Smart Shooter 4 interface. Newer a7 models will have this as user setting that can be changed.

Many Canon and Nikon cameras will allow for the focus point to be changed in Smart Shooter 4. Unfortunately, Sony cameras do not permit this kind of adjustment through the software, so it is not possible to change the focus point in the Smart Shooter 4 interface. However, it is possible to change focus by using the Live View Focus adjustment arrows in the Camera Controls panel.

We are sorry to hear you are having issues with several features in Smart Shooter 5. We have responded to the email you sent to TechSupport@tethertools.com. To summarize the response here: There are no known issues with connecting the Sony a7 IV. The trial software is unrestricted and provides access to all the features available in Smart Shooter 5. Some Sony camera + lens combinations will not produce a noticeable change when using the "Small" focus adjustment, but the "Medium" and "Large" focus adjustments should work without issue. If you continue to experience any issues, please respond to the email so that we can troubleshoot the issue further. Hopefully that information is helpful.

Thanks for the question. Lightroom Classic just added support for a few Sony cameras, so your camera may be supported in the newest version of the software. You can find that information here: helpx.adobe.com/lightroom-classic/kb/tethered-camera-support.html Smart Shooter offers expanded compatibility as well as more features and control over the camera. Therefore, if you would like to take advantage of the additional features that Smart Shooter 5 offers and/or your camera is not supported in the latest release, then Smart Shooter 5 is your best option. You can download and use a free 30-day trial of the Smart Shooter software. The trial is an unrestricted version of the software and allows full access to all the software features during the trial period, including the plug-in. You can download the trial from the Smart Shooter 5 Product Page on our website: tethertools.com/product/smart-shooter/ Please note that you should keep Lightroom Classic closed until you have successfully connected the camera to Smart Shooter 5. Please feel free to reach out to techsupport@tethertools.com with any questions.

Most camera models will not create a wireless connection that can be used by Smart Shooter 4. Feel free to reach out to technicalsupport@tethertools.com if you would like more information.

Anthony G, Thanks for your question. Currently Smart Shooter runs on Mac OS and windows. To get images to your iPad you could use Smart Shooter with your computer and mirror your screen with apple air display. Capture One also has a mobile application for iPad at this time. Thanks!

There should be no issue doing this in theory; However, many wireless tethering methods will not work with Smart Shooter 4, so it will depend on the method being used. If you are able to establish the connection in the first place, there should be no issue with the addition of a wireless trigger for your lights. If you would like to discuss your setup further, please reach out to technicalsupport@tethertools.com. Thanks!

We are happy to help out to ensure your camera connects as expected. Some cameras, particularly Sony cameras, will require particular on-camera settings in order to properly connect. In any case, we would recommend reaching out to TechSupport@TetherTools.com with your camera and computer information so that we can help out to get your camera connected.

Yes, you can save to the camera card as well as the computer. Below the camera power icon, in the camera controls panel, there is a "storage" dropdown, select "both". Please let us know if there are any additional questions.

We are sorry to hear you are having difficulty with the connection. There are a number of possible explanations for this issue, but it is always a good idea to first confirm that the camera is set up properly for tethering. Therefore, please confirm the following settings on camera: (Setup) → USB → USB Connection Mode: PC Remote (Setup) → USB → USB LUN Setting: Multi (Setup) → USB → USB Power Supply: OFF If that does not resolve the issue, we would be happy to troubleshoot this and to help get you up and running on your setup. Please reach out to techsupport@tethertools.com so that we can further assist you.

Hi, We recommend the following settings for tethering with the Sony a7R V: (Setup) → USB → USB Connection Mode: PC Remote (Setup) → USB → USB LUN Setting: Multi (Setup) → USB → USB Power Supply: OFF If you are having trouble locating these items, please consult the manual for more info: helpguide.sony.net/ilc/2230/v1/en/contents/TP0002887823.html Hope that helps!

You should not experience any issues with Smart Shooter and the LR Plugin on Roseta. Here is a free trial to test it out - tethertools.com/product/smart-shooter-4/#specs

@@Tethertools I saw another comment below about having to run lightroom in rosseta? Can you comment on this and the compatibility of LR and the new apple silicon chips

@@HDBnB1 I can't really speak to LR running on Rosetta but we have not heard of any major issues in this area. When using the Smart Shooter LR Plug-in you are using the Smart Shooter tethering engine, which is very fast. So even though you are in the LR tethering interface all of the tethering speed is coming from Smart Shooter. It is a completely different experience then tethering with the native LR tethering engine. As mentioned before give the free trial a spin and let us know how it goes.

This was a huge help. All other instructions I read had me setting the USB/LUN to Multi

Sony cameras will require specific camera settings in order to be able to connect. Therefore, please confirm the following settings on camera to ensure the Sony a7R IV is setup properly: (Setup) → USB → USB Connection Mode: PC Remote (Setup) → USB → USB LUN Setting: Multi (Setup) → USB → USB Power Supply: OFF (Network) → Cnct./PC Remote → PC Remote Function → PC Remote: ON If the camera is still unable to connect, it is possible that there is another piece of software that is intercepting the communication between the camera and the tethering software. To avoid this issue, be sure that all other applications are closed and there is no software running in the background. In particular, please be sure that Google Drive and Dropbox are not running in the Task Tray / Menu Bar. If you continue to experience issues with the connection, please reach out to techsupport@tethertools.com so that we can help troubleshoot this issue further.

@@Tethertools Thank you.

@@williefufu2985 Our pleasure! Glad to hear the software will be useful for you!

Hi - It is our understanding from user feedback that most of the functionality exists in the current build but we are currently testing and updating for this camera and “official” support is coming.

In camera settings menu -> Setup -> USB: USB connection mode - PC Remote / USB LUN Setting - Single / USB Power Supply - Off. And all working fine with Smart Shooter 4 and Lightroom. I think it works for Sony A1 or A7RV also. Let me know if it helped, please.

Lightroom does not support Sony tethering natively. In order to tether directly into Lightroom Smart Shooter is needed.

If you have a new M1 or M2 Mac I would stay clear of tethered shooting with Lightroom as the software needs to run in Rosetta emulation mode

@@berndott10437 when using the Smart Shooter LR Plug-in you are using the Smart Shooter tethering engine, which is compatible with M1/M2. It is very fast as it designed in PTP to provide increased throughput efficiency and features. So even though you are in the LR tethering interface, all of the tethering speed is coming from Smart Shooter. It is a completely different experience then tethering with the native LR tethering engine. There is free trial to test out if you are interested in testing it out.

@@berndott10437 What is M1 and M2 Mac?

same

It you are still having an issue please reach out to technicalsupport@tethertools.com and they will assist you. It is most likely just a camera setting that needs to be changed.

Hi Rick - The Sony A1 is supported by Smart Shooter 4 and there should be no issues using Live View with the camera. We always recommend the following camera settings to avoid any type of connection issue, so we would suggest checking these: (Setup) → USB → USB Connection: MTP (not Auto) (Setup) → USB → USB Power Supply: OFF If you are using these settings and continue to experience the issue, please reach out to TechnicalSupport@TetherTools.com

@@Tethertools you’re correct it works with smart shooter 4 bc I’ve got an a1 and use that setup for tethering, great vid too btw!

@@Tethertools I just went and tried those settings and unfortunately it didn't work either. The App does detect the camera but won't do anything else and says MTP Mode on the back of the camera and in the viewfinder but will not do anything until I unplug the cable. Not sure what the issue is. I messed around with various settings as well to see if anything would work. Not sure what the issue is. IDK

@@Tethertools I have the same issue. No connection to my a1 on a mac m1 :(

@@FurryFritzCatographer The a1 is compatible and should be able to connect. If you are unable to connect, it is likely a camera USB setting issue. In particular, please be sure that the Power Supply setting mentioned above is set to OFF. If you have checked both USB camera settings mentioned above and you continue to have connection issues, please reach out to TechnicalSupport@TetherTools.com Thanks!

We would expect the Sony a7C to work without issue. If you are having difficulty with the connection, please reach out to technicalsupport@tethertools.com so that we can help to troubleshoot the issue. Thanks!

In camera settings menu -> Setup -> USB: USB connection mode - PC Remote / USB LUN Setting - Single / USB Power Supply - Off. And all working fine with Smart Shooter 4 and Lightroom. Let me know if it helped, please.