Sony has released a free upgrade to its Image Data Converter software with a new algorithm that significantly reduces image noise at high ISO settings when converting RAW data to JPEG files.

 

April 1, 2010: Sony has released a free upgrade to its Image Data Converter software with a new algorithm that significantly reduces image noise at high ISO settings when converting RAW data to JPEG files.
Designed for users of the company’s alpha DSLR cameras, Image Data Convertor SR Version 3.2 is part of the Image Data Suite that also includes Image Data Lightbox SR Version 2.2. The new algorithm is effective when converting RAW file or cRAW files (depends on DSLR model) to JPEG files produced by all current and previous model digital SLR cameras by Sony (excluding DSLR-A100). It is most effective at ISO 800 and higher, delivering minimised colour noise right up to ISO 12800.
The new update isn’t available on Sony Australia’s website yet but registered Alpha customers can download Image Data Convertor SR Version 3.2 free of charge from the Sony Europe support website in English version immediately. Other languages will be available to download within the next 10 working days. To download the new update, please visit: http://support.sony-europe.com/dime/digistill/alpha/alpha.aspx?