General FTP Setup Steps
DeadlineFTP Compatibility: Works with FTP (unencrypted) connections. For security, use on trusted networks only. Camera must be on the same Wi-Fi network as DeadlineFTP.
- Enable Wi-Fi on your camera (Menu → Network → Wi-Fi)
- Connect to your network (same Wi-Fi network as DeadlineFTP)
- Configure FTP Transfer Function (Menu → Network → Transfer/Remote → FTP Transfer Func. → On)
- Enter FTP server details:
- Server Name: ftp.deadlineftp.com
- Port: 21
- User Name: Your DeadlineFTP FTP username
- Password: Your DeadlineFTP FTP password
- Passive Mode: On
- Test connection using camera's connection test
- Configure auto-transfer settings (Auto Transfer: On, Transfer Target: Still Image/RAW+JPEG)
Recommended: Enable Auto Transfer
For the best tethered shooting experience, enable "Auto Transfer" (Menu → Network → Transfer/Remote → FTP Transfer Func. → Auto Transfer). This ensures images upload immediately after capture. Configure
Transfer Target to choose which image types to send.
Not Supported
Cameras without FTP: Sony A7 (original), A7 II, A6000 series (A6100, A6400, A6600, etc.), ZV-E10, ZV-E1 - No FTP support
Firmware Requirements:
A7R IV requires firmware 1.20 or later
A7 III requires firmware 4.00 or later
Check
Sony Support for latest firmware updates.
Troubleshooting
Connection Issues: Verify DeadlineFTP credentials, ensure Passive Mode is enabled, confirm camera and network are on same network, check firewall settings.
Transfer Issues: Check "Transfer Target" settings on camera, ensure sufficient storage, verify destination folder is accessible, check camera's "Auto Transfer" settings.
For additional help: Sony Support Website or your camera's online Help Guide.
DeadlineFTP is not affiliated with Sony Corporation. Sony and Alpha are trademarks of Sony Corporation. For official support, contact Sony directly.
