Canon Firmware Updates (Page 4)

Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.2 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.8.2 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].
2. Fixes minor issues.

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Canon EOS R7 firmware update version 1.3.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.3.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].

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Canon just released eleven camera firmware updates.

These firmware updates incorporate the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds enhanced security for transferring captured images to image.canon. After July 2023, please update to this firmware version so that you will be able to send images to image.canon. If you do not update to this version, an error message will appear when sending images and the image will not be sent.

The following camera firmware is now available:

• EOS 5D Mark IV: Firmware Version 1.4.0
• EOS 6D Mark II: Firmware Version 1.2.0
• EOS Rebel T7: Firmware Version 1.2.0
• EOS Rebel T100: Firmware Version 1.1.0
• PowerShot G1X Mark III: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot G9X Mark II: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot G7X Mark II: Firmware Version 1.2.0.0
• PowerShot SX 420 IS: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot SX620 HS: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot SX720 HS: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0

Canon EOS R3 firmware update version 1.4.1 is available for download.

Note that only items 7, 8, and 9 are new since version 1.4.0.

Firmware Version 1.4.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Compatible with Speedlite EL-5. *It is not compatible with the automatic dimming function of the AF auxiliary light.
2. Added [Registered people priority] to the menu. Pre-registered people can now be preferentially detected and tracked.
   * The effect may not be obtained depending on the scene or shooting environment where the subject is moving, when the face is small, when the face is slanted/side profile, when part of the face is hidden, or when the subject is moving.
3. [Save/load communication settings to card] has been added to the menu. Network settings can now be inherited between cameras of the same model.
4. [Panning Assist] has been added to the menu. When panning using a compatible lens, "camera shake correction" and "subject blur correction" are performed during exposure.
5. Shortened the time it takes for the AWB results to be reflected in the viewfinder when looking through the viewfinder with the auto white balance (AWB) setting.
6. "Image protection" for FTP transfer has been added to the menu. Images transferred by FTP can now be automatically protected. This makes it possible to determine whether or not the image has been FTP-transferred.
7. After updating to firmware version 1.4.0, the phenomenon that Err70 may occur under certain conditions in combination with some EF lenses has been corrected.
8. After updating to firmware version 1.4.0, when using the electronic shutter for high-speed continuous shooting, depending on the shooting conditions, the original tracking performance of Servo AF may not be obtained.
9. Fixed minor bugs.

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Canon EOS C70 firmware update version 1.0.6.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.0.6.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes a problem that was a rare cause of instability in operation when using the control ring of the lens or adapter.

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Customer Feedback Drives New Firmware Updates for Canon Cinema EOS Camera Lineup

Auto Focus Improvements and Improved Operability Lead the Charge in Adding Value to EOS R5 C, EOS C70 and EOS C500 Mark II/EOS C300 Mark III Cameras

MELVILLE, NY, April 4, 2023 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today firmware updates to the Cinema EOS Camera lineup, which includes the EOS R5 C, EOS C70, EOS C500 Mark II, and EOS C300 Mark III. Putting customer needs first, Canon is rolling out a variety of updates that help with auto focus, support for new cinema lenses, and improved operability.

For the hybrid video and still photography content creator, the EOS R5 C firmware updates include:

• Improved AF performance when Face Detection AF is enabled, adding the ability to select a face with an RF Lens’ Control Ring or the camera’s Control Dial. Improved Head Detection allows the EOS R5 C to detect a subject’s head, even when the subject is looking backwards. The AF frame also changes size based on the subject detected during tracking. This update is also available for the EOS C70 camera.
• Power Save Mode improvements extend recording time by approximately 30% in 4K/60p¹.
• Enhanced Clear Scan in Shutter Mode menu reduces potential flicker during LED wall usage.
• For usage with Canon’s Dual Fisheye Lens, the ability to switch from left to right lens during VR recording when using Magnify and enabled 2x magnification when recording in 8K.
• Reduced switching time between photo and video mode – approximately 40% faster from Photo to Video and 70% faster from Video to Photo.

Expanding the operational convenience and versatility that comes with the EOS C70, EOS C500 Mark II, and EOS C300 Mark III firmware updates include:

• The EOS C70 camera will support added lenses expanding to CINE-SERVO 15-120mm lens and the newly launched Flex Zoom 14-35mm.
• The EOS C500 Mark II/EOS C300 Mark III cameras will support the Flex Zoom 20-50mm lens.
• Enhanced Clear Scan Shutter Mode reduces potential flicker during LED wall usage.
• Ability to change the on-screen Wave Form Monitor’s size (x2) and opacity by touch or through the camera’s menu.

¹ Main Resolution/Bitrate: XF-AVC 4096x2160 Intra-frame, Frame Rate: 59.94P, Battery: LP-E6NH, Lens: RF50?F1.2 L USM

Note that these firmware updates are coming soon.

Canon Speedlite EL-1 firmware update version 1.0.2 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.0.2 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes an issue, in which the modeling flash may fire when the modeling flash setting is set to [Disabled].

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Your Canon EOS R5 just got an awesome new capability! firmware update version 1.8.1 is now available for download.

Firmware Version 1.8.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. [IBIS High-Resolution Shooting] has been added to the menu. By utilizing the in-body image stabilization mechanism, it is now possible to record images with a higher sense of resolution.
   * To check images, use EOS Utility/Digital Photo Professional. EOS Utility/Digital Photo Professional requires a version upgrade.
2. [Save/load communication settings to card] has been added to the menu. Network settings can now be inherited between cameras of the same model.
3. You can now trim and resize images while transferring them to the FTP server.
4. "Image protection" for FTP transfer has been added to the menu. Images transferred by FTP can now be automatically protected. This makes it possible to determine whether or not the image has been FTP-transferred.
5. Fixed minor bugs

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Canon EOS R3 firmware update version 1.4.0 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.4.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Compatible with Speedlite EL-5. *It is not compatible with the automatic dimming function of the AF auxiliary light.
2. Added [Registered people priority] to the menu. Pre-registered people can now be preferentially detected and tracked.
   * The effect may not be obtained depending on the scene or shooting environment where the subject is moving, when the face is small, when the face is slanted/side profile, when part of the face is hidden, or when the subject is moving.
3. [Save/load communication settings to card] has been added to the menu. Network settings can now be inherited between cameras of the same model.
4. [Panning Assist] has been added to the menu. When panning using a compatible lens, "camera shake correction" and "subject blur correction" are performed during exposure.
5. Shortened the time it takes for the AWB results to be reflected in the viewfinder when looking through the viewfinder with the auto white balance (AWB) setting.
6. "Image protection" for FTP transfer has been added to the menu. Images transferred by FTP can now be automatically protected. This makes it possible to determine whether or not the image has been FTP-transferred.
7. Fixed minor bugs.

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Canon EOS-1D X Mark III firmware update version 1.7.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.7.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. [Save/load communication settings to card] has been added to the menu. Network settings can now be inherited between cameras of the same model.
2. You can now trim and resize images while transferring them to the FTP server.
3. Corrected the phenomenon that some cameras that meet certain conditions may not turn on immediately after updating to firmware version 1.7.0.
4. Fixed minor bugs.

*1, 2, 4 are the changes in Version 1.7.0, and 3 is the addition in Version 1.7.1.

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Canon EOS R5 C firmware update version 1.0.3.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.0.3.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improves the image quality of Canon Log 3 when shooting in XF-AVC or MP4 formats.

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Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.8.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. You can now trim and resize images while transferring them to the FTP server.
2. After updating to firmware version 1.8.0, the phenomenon that Err70 occurred under certain conditions has been fixed.
3. Fixed minor bugs.
   *1. and 3. are the changes in Version 1.8.0, and 2. are the additions in Version 1.8.1.

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Canon EOS R10 firmware update version 1.3.0 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds support for Speedlite EL-5. (The autoflash function of the AF-assist beam is not supported.)
2. Adds support for the RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM.
3. Fixes minor issues.

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Canon EOS R7 firmware update version 1.3.0 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds support for Speedlite EL-5. (The autoflash function of the AF-assist beam is not supported).
2. Adds support for the RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM.
3. Fixes minor issues.

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Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.0 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.8.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds the ability for images to be cropped and resized during transfer to the FTP server.
2. Fixes minor issues.

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II firmware update version 1.1.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.1.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Compatibilty with Speedlite EL-5.
2. Reduced startup time when Bluetooth is enabled.
3. Fixed a bug that FTP/FTPS/SFTP transfer was not possible with IPv6.
4. Fixed minor bugs.

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On page 267 in the owner's manual, Canon reveals that the EOS R6 Mark II supports focus breathing during movie recording. The RF lens firmware updates released today support this feature.

Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens firmware update version 1.0.3 is available for download.

Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens firmware update version 1.0.8 is available for download.

Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens firmware update version 1.0.8 is available for download.

Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens firmware update version 1.1.4 is available for download.

Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM Lens firmware update version 1.1.1 is available for download.

These firmware updates incorporate the following enhancement:

1. Adds the ability to correct focus breathing during movie recording.
   * Compatible with cameras that support focus breathing correction.

Canon EOS C70 firmware update version 1.0.5.1 is available today, as promised.

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Canon Introduces Multi-Feature Firmware Update for EOS C70 4K Digital Cinema Camera

MELVILLE, NY, November 16, 2022 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today a multi-feature firmware update for the EOS C70 4K Digital Cinema Camera. The batch of feature upgrades coming via a firmware update will help to improve workflow and functionality for the content creation, live production and documentarian markets. The firmware update will be available as a free download on December 8th, 2022*. Top upgrades include:

• Eye Detection Auto Focus (AF), Face Detection AF, and Subject Tracking AF During Slow and Fast Recording (24-120p)
  Canon’s Eye AF, Face Detection AF, and Subject Tracking AF allows for more accurate auto focus performance at accelerated frame rates, helping to ensure you don’t miss that crucial shot.
• XF-AVC 4K Intra-frame 60p
  Newly added XF-AVC Intra-Frame 60p records at a bit rate of 600Mbps and offers users a lightweight, high-quality codec that helps to minimize storage costs and speed up file transfers. This new file format allows for easier handling of files and the capability to record to an SD card.
• Canon’s IP-based XC Protocol
  XC Protocol enables multi-camera remote control of camera settings via the Canon RC-IP100 remote controller or other third-party XC Protocol-enabled remote control panels.
• Canon 709 Custom Picture Profile
  The Canon 709 Profile has the same dynamic range as the current Wide DR profile setting with great contrast. This provides a rich, cinematic look to your footage right out of the box, without the time-consuming need for color grading.
• CMT 709 “Viewing Assistance”
  Allows the video output of the camera to be viewed on a REC.709-compliant monitor when recording in Canon Log 2 or Canon Log 3. CMT 709 is a great starting point for any color grading and assists in making adjustments while shooting, reducing the time needed to edit the file in post-production.
• Full Communication with EF-Mount Flex-Zoom 45-135mm and CINE-SERVO 15-120mm Lenses
  Communication features include T-stop display, chromatic aberration correction, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, and Dual Pixel Focus Guide.

Additional upgrades of the firmware update include:

• Maintaining camera settings when switching between normal and slow & fast recording modes.
• Audio 4 channel display now viewable in the level meter display on the camera’s LCD display.

Canon EOS R5 firmware update version 1.7.0 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.7.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Corrected the phenomenon that, on rare occasions, the camera would not operate normally while shooting a small subject.
2. Fixed minor bugs.

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Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.7.0 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.7.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Corrected the phenomenon that, on rare occasions, the camera would not operate normally while shooting a small subject.
2. Fixed minor bugs.

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