Canon Firmware Updates (Page 7)

Canon has made Canon EOS 5D Mark IV firmware update version 1.3.0 available for download.

Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Enables NFC connection with smartphones running Android 10 operating system.
   *For Android running v6.0 or later, use Camera Connect v2.7.10 or later.
   *For Android running v5.0 or older, use a connection method other than NFC.
2. Enables support for the .CR2 image file format on image.canon.
3. Fixes a phenomenon in which some camera operations may not be possible or an error may occur after an insufficient flash output is produced when shooting with the flash.

Canon has made Canon EOS 6D Mark II firmware update version 1.1.0 available for download.

Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Enables NFC connection with smartphones running Android 10 operating system.
   *For Android running v6.0 or later, use Camera Connect v2.7.10 or later.
   *For Android running v5.0 or older, use a connection method other than NFC.
2. Enables support for the .CR2 image file format on image.canon.

Canon has made Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.1.1 available for download

Firmware Version 1.1.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. A messaging is displayed when [HDMI display: Camera+External monitor] and [Overheat control: on] settings are both enabled.
2. When the RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM is attached, an image stabilization effect of approximately six stops* is achieved through collaborative control with the in-lens image stabilization.
   *Focal length 500mm, Based on CIPA(Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards.
3. Fixes a phenomenon in which the IS capabilities may be degraded when performing continuous shooting in cases where the RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM lens is attached to the EOS R6 running firmware version 1.1.0.
4. When using certain RF lenses for movie shooting, the in-lens image stabilization mechanism has been improved.
5. Fixes a phenomenon in which the "Slow Synchro" setting screen is not accurately displayed, when the language is set to English.
6. Fixes a typo displayed on the communication setting screen, when the language is set to Korean.
7. Connectivity during FTP transmission has been improved.
8. Temperature detection and shooting time control in video shooting have been improved. In addition, the total shooting time when the short-time recording and power-on/off are performed repeatedly at room temperature is improved.
9. The phenomenon in which the movie recording time available is not correctly displayed when the Date/Time/Zone is not set has been corrected.

B&H has the Canon EOS R6 with lens kits in stock and the body-only version available for order.

As promised, Canon has made Canon EOS R5 firmware update version 1.1.1 available for download, adding improvements for the RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM Lens.

Firmware Version 1.1.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. When the RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM lens is attached, an image stabilization effect of approximately six stops* is achieved through collaborative control with the in-lens image stabilization.
   *Focal length 500mm, Based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards.
2. Fixes a phenomenon in which the IS capabilities may be degraded when performing continuous shooting in cases where the RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM lens is attached to the EOS R5 running firmware version 1.1.0.

A friend shared that B&H has notified customers on their R5 waitlist that this camera should ship by the end of October. If not already on that list, now is a good time to add your name.

From Canon USA:

Future Firmware plan to support advanced video recording functions for EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5.

In response to feedback from our customers about the EOS-1D X Mark III and the EOS R5, Canon U.S.A., Inc. plans to introduce the following video recording functions via a series of future firmware updates.

EOS-1D X Mark III

• Canon Log 3 option will be added.
• A low bit rate option for 5.5K RAW video recording will be added.
• A low bit rate option for all the IPB video recording modes will be added.

EOS R5

• Canon Log 3 option will be added.
• A low bit rate option for 8K RAW video recording will be added.
• A low bit rate option for all the IPB video recording modes will be added.
• A 119.88 fps option for Full HD (1080p) recording will be added.

Canon USA has Canon EOS-1D X Mark III firmware update version 1.2.0 available for download.

Firmware Version 1.2.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:

1. Enhancements when using Browser Remote:
   • The image list displayed will be refreshed automatically on the browser.
   • On the shooting screen of the browser, you can set the movie resolution and a high frame rate.
   • On the shooting screen of the browser, you can change the movie shooting mode.
   • On the shooting screen of the browser, Live View will be displayed as soon as you select the movie shooting button.
2. Enhances Auto Focus (AF) for improved face and eye recognition at greater distances.
3. Fixes a phenomenon that may occur during viewfinder shooting, in which the shutter may not be released or the camera may not operate in the following settings:
   • In One-Shot AF mode, when the AF Area Selection Mode is set as Zone AF, Large Zone AF or Automatic Selection AF.
   • In AI Servo AF, when direct AF point selection is made using the smart controller.
   • When the Register/Recall Shooting Function is assigned to the AE Lock button, in the Custom Controls.
4. Connectivity during FTP transmission, has been improved.
5. Improves Wi-Fi connectivity when using the Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E9.
6. Fixes a phenomenon, in which the card access time may take longer, when using certain CFexpress cards.

Canon UK has made Canon EOS R5 firmware update version 1.1.0 available for download.

Update: The firmware is now also available at Canon USA.

Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

• Useful messaging is now displayed when [HDMI display: Camera+External monitor] and [Overheat control: on] settings are enabled.
• When using certain RF lenses for movie shooting, the in-lens image stabilization mechanism has been improved.
• Fixes a phenomenon in which the "Slow Synchro" setting screen is not accurately displayed, when the language is set to English.
• Fixes a typo displayed on the communication setting screen, when the language is set to Korean.
• Connectivity during FTP transmission has been improved.
• Fixes a phenomenon, in which the card access time may take longer, when using certain CFexpress cards.
• Temperature detection and shooting time control in video shooting have been improved. In addition, the total shooting time when the short-time recording and power-on/off are performed repeatedly at room temperature is improved.
• The phenomenon in which the movie recording time available is not correctly displayed when the Date/Time/Zone is not set has been corrected.

* The firmware scheduled for release in early September will incorporate the following improvements for the RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM.

• Supports 6-stop image stabilization. (CIPA-compliant)
• Improves IS capabilities when performing continuous shooting under specific conditions.

Canon EOS R firmware version 1.7.0 — Download

Canon EOS Ra firmware version 1.5.0 — Download

Firmware Version 1.7.0 and 1.5.0 incorporate the following enhancements:

1. Support has been added for the following lenses:

• RF 600mm F11 IS STM
• RF 800mm F11 IS STM
• Extender RF 1.4x
• Extender RF 2x

2. The operation of playing back through the multi-function bar has been improved (please refer to the latest version of the camera's Instruction Manual that is released with the firmware update).

3. Support for the Battery Pack LP-E6NH has been added.

Canon EOS RP firmware version 1.5.0 — Download

Firmware Version 1.5.0 incorporates the following enhancements:

Support has been added for the following lenses:

• RF 600mm F11 IS STM
• RF 800mm F11 IS STM
• Extender RF 1.4x
• Extender RF 2x

Lens firmware updates incorporate the following enhancement:

The lens-based image stabilizer function works together with the camera-based image stabilizer function to achieve greater image stabilization effects with EOS R5/EOS R6.

Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens — Firmware version 1.0.7

Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens — Firmware version 1.0.7

Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens — Firmware version 2.0.6

Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Lens — Firmware version 2.0.4

Canon RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM Lens — Firmware version 1.0.6

Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens — Firmware version 1.0.8

Canon RF 35mm f/1.8mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro Lens — Firmware version 2.0.2

 
The following lens firmware updates incorporate the following enhancement:

Focusing performance has been improved when using the Servo AF continuous shooting mode.

Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM Lens — Firmware version 1.1.3

Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM Lens — Firmware version 2.0.2

From Canon USA:

Supercharge Your Stop Motion Animation

Whether pre-installed on a new EOS R or manually installed on an existing EOS R the new Stop Motion Animation upgrade for EOS R cameras increases your Live View resolution to 1920x1280 from Canon's normal of 960x640 when connected to Dragonframe stop motion animation software. This makes it easier for animators to confirm focus and movement within every frame.

Larger Live View

Live view is critical to animators creating stop motion animation films. Animators use the remote live view of the camera to review critical details and make decisions within the Dragonframe software. Canon's Stop Motion Animation firmware increases the Live View to 1920x1280 - helping animators see subtle movement for refined animation.

This is a comparison of the new Live View resolution of 1920x1280 (full screen) versus the original size of 960x640 (small inset). The large preview image makes it easier for the animators to have confidence in the shot and can improve the overall quality of the scene.

USB Manual Focus Peaking

Canon has added Manual Focus Peaking over USB to interface with Dragonframe software.

Seeing Focus Peaking on the full screen allows the animator to precisely capture fine detail and adjust for desired depth of field.

Critical focus on a subject's eyes (red edge) gives the animator the confidence that the scene flows as directed.

Standard Firmware vs Stop Motion Animation Firmware Comparison Chart

Important information about EOS R Stop Motion Animation Firmware

• HDMI output is not available on the EOS R with this firmware installed
• [Disp. performance] cannot be set
• MF peaking will not show up even if [MF peaking settings] is set to [On] under the following conditions:
  • When an EF-S lens is used
  • When [Multiple exposure] is set
  • When [Cropping/aspect ratio] is set to an option other than [FULL]
  • When the shooting screen is magnified
  • When you keep holding down the shutter button after shooting

How to obtain the Stop Motion Animation Firmware

Anyone interested in utilizing these features with the Canon EOS R can do so in one of the following ways:

A new version of the EOS R camera with the Stop Motion Animation Firmware already installed is now available for purchase. Purchase EOS R with Firmware at the Canon USA Store.

Current EOS R camera owners can receive the Stop Motion Animation Firmware upgrade for a fee by sending the camera to a Canon Factory Service Center.†

Not responsible for typographical errors. Certain images and effects are simulated. Products not shown to scale.

† Canon U.S.A. will perform the feature upgrade for a $100 fee and will require the camera to be sent to a Canon Factory Service Center. Shipping and handling charges may also apply. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.

From Canon USA:

New Updates Include XF-AVC 4K 30p Recording on XF705 Professional Camcorder, as well as Improved Full-screen Black Level to .001 Nits on Select 4K Reference Displays

MELVILLE, NY, April 20, 2020 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced upcoming firmware updates for several professional imaging products, such as XF-AVC 4K 30p recording on the popular XF705 Professional Camcorder. These firmware updates provide improved workflow, ease-of-use, file editing compatibility with popular NLE systems, and creative flexibility for products in the Cinema EOS, Professional Camcorder, and 4K Reference Display lines.

Firmware updates for the EOS C300 Mark III, EOS C500 Mark II, EOS C700, EOS C700 FF, EOS C700 GS, EOS C200, and EOS C200B Cinema Cameras will allow for support of the new CINE-SERVO 25-250mm T2.95-3.95 (CN10x25 IAS S) Cinema Lens. Additional free firmware updates are as follows:

• The XF705 Professional Camcorder update will include the addition of several recording formats, such as XF-AVC 8-bit 4:2:0 up to 4K 30p and MP4 8-bit 4:2:0 up to FHD 60p. Other updates include pull-down 60p signal to 24p/30p recording, browser remote use for both Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections, and HDR high-frame shooting support.
• The EOS C300 Mark III Digital Cinema Camera update will now show the chosen resolution and color sampling settings on the onscreen display by default.
• The EOS C500 Mark II Digital Cinema Camera update will allow for support of XF-AVC Long GOP and XF-AVC Proxy format, 3 or 5 seconds pre-recording ability, pull-down 60p signal to 24p/30p recording, “magnify” assignable button change, and user ability to give two files an identical name when recording from both card slots.
• The EOS C700, C700 FF, and C700 GS Digital Cinema Cameras will update the Slow & Fast Motion display, including changing “REC” and “STBY” notification colors from white to red and green respectively.
• The EOS C200 and C200B update will allow for support of pull-down 60p signal to 24p/30p recording and the simultaneous use of both HDMI and SDI ports.
• The DP-V1710, DP-V1711, DP-V2410, DP-V2411, DP-V2420, DP-V2421, and DP-V3120 4K Reference Display updates include support for the reading of 3D-LUT/1D- LUT files in .cube LUT file format and tracking of errors to USB memory. Other updated support includes HDR monitoring assist functions such as the ability to check XY chromaticity value of pixels, area markers will be simultaneously displayed in two locations, expansion of the safety zone/grid markers, and the ability to highlight the areas above the desired luminance range. Also, the update will support enhanced ease-of-use and workflow with third party cameras.
• The DP-V2411, DP-V1711 and DPV-1710 4K Reference Displays update will improve full-screen black level all the way down to .001 nits. This is a major upgrade over the previous specification of .005 nits.

Paid Firmware Updates Details Are as Follows:

• The DP-V1711 and DP-V1710 4K Reference Displays paid firmware updates will offer an upgrade license and will raise full-screen peak luminance from 600 to 1000 nits. Also, full-screen peak luminance is now supported by a local dimming algorithm from 300 to 600 nits. The combined updates/upgrades listed here (both paid and free) for these reference displays would completely overhaul the image quality, which would be an impressive 1,000,000:1 full-screen contrast ratio.

To learn more about the firmware updates and their availability, please visit, www.usa.canon.com/support

Canon Europe has made Canon EOS-1D X Mark III firmware update version 1.1.0 available for download. Alternatively, download from Canon Japan.

Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following enhancement and fixes:

1. The option to capture full HD movies and 4K UHD movies in 23.98p frame rate has been added.
2. The communication speed has been improved when connected via wired LAN.
3. The "Browser Remote" function has been added.
4. The function to transfer only protected images has been added.
5. Corrects the phenomenon in which, when the electronic level is set to "Show" in the viewfinder display, in rare cases, the camera may freeze when operating the AF-ON button or shutter button.
6. Corrects the phenomenon in which the Custom Shooting Mode settings may change when the shooting mode is switched.

Check out our Canon EOS-1D X Mark III review to learn more about this awesome camera.

Canon EOS M6 Mark II Firmware Update Version 1.1.0 is now available for download.

Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following enhancement and fixes:

• The option to capture movies in the frame rate of 23.98p has been added.
• Fixes the phenomenon where the focus position of the lens returns to the home position if the camera powers off due to the "Auto Power Off" setting during Interval Timing shooting.
• Fixes the phenomenon in which, in rare cases, the camera may not autofocus at the edges of the image area.

The latest version of the instruction manual is available.

Check out our Canon EOS M6 Mark II Review.

Canon USA has made security firmware updates available for the following 10 cameras:

• EOS M10
• EOS M100
• EOS M3
• EOS M5
• EOS M6
• EOS Rebel SL2
• EOS Rebel T6
• EOS Rebel T6i
• EOS Rebel T7
• EOS Rebel T7i

Only the PowerShot G5X Mark II remains on the TBD list for the security update.

Canon Europe has RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens firmware version 1.0.6 now available for download.

This firmware incorporates the following fix:

Fixed a phenomenon when performing AF shooting to capture a subject at close-range with the focus distance approximately set to the Tele-end (200mm), the image may become slightly front-focused.

Check out the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens review for more information on this awesome lens.

From Canon USA:

Thank you for using Canon products.

It has been confirmed that when using the RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM to perform AF shooting to capture a subject at close-range with the focus distance approximately set to the Tele-end (200mm), the image may become slightly front-focused.

New firmware with improved focus accuracy is scheduled for release in the beginning of Jan. 2020, and once the preparations are completed, we will post the information on our Web site.

Note: New firmware being released at this time is for lenses equipped with firmware version 1.0.5 or earlier. The lens firmware version can be checked in the camera’s menu.

Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens - B&H | Adorama | Amazon US

From Canon USA:

Firmware Version 1.6.0 incorporates the following improvements and fixes:

• Support for the RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS lens has been added.
• Corrects a phenomenon in which the function or setting value assigned to the control ring may change when the control ring is operated in Eco mode.
• Corrects a phenomenon in which the camera may stop operating properly during “auto transfer” when using Camera Connect with a Wi-Fi connection.
• Corrects a phenomenon in which high-speed synchronization with use of an external flash may not operate properly depending on the camera’s setting for C.Fn2 “Set shutter speed range”.

Download: Canon EOS R Firmware Version 1.6.0

Canon USA has made security firmware updates available for the following 11 cameras:

• Canon EOS 6D
• Canon EOS 6D Mark II
• Canon EOS 7D Mark II
• Canon EOS 70D
• Canon EOS 80D
• Canon EOS M50
• Canon EOS M6 Mark II
• Canon EOS Rebel SL3
• Canon EOS Rebel T6s
• PowerShot SX70 HS
• PowerShot SX740 HS

From Canon:

Firmware Version 1.0.4.0 incorporates the following enhancement:

• The focus following speed during zooming has been improved.

Download: Canon 4K Camcorder XF405 / XF400 Firmware Version 1.0.4.0

Canon has released firmware version 1.1.2 for the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM Lens and the Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM Lens. This is a very-welcomed update.

Download the new firmware here: EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III | EF 600mm f/4L IS III

Firmware Version 1.1.2 incorporates the following enhancements:

1. Increases the manual focus speed when the manual focus speed switch is set to 1 or 2. *The speed when the switch is set to 3 (slowest speed) will be unchanged.

2. Improves the image stabilization effect during handheld shooting with a slow shutter speed when used with EOS 5D Mark IV, EOS 6D, or EOS R.

*Enables a full-time manual focus function during Servo AF when used with the EOS-1D X Mark II. The lens must be sent to the Factory Service Center in order for this funcion to be enabled.

If the lens' firmware is already Version 1.1.2, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

The lens' firmware version can be checked from the camera's menu.

From Canon USA:

Firmware Version 1.1.1 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:

• The option to capture both 4K and Full HD movies in the frame rate of 23.98p has been newly added.
• Fixes an issue where error code "Err 01" may be displayed when using EF85mm F1.8 USM or EF100mm F2 USM lenses.

Download: Canon EOS 90D Firmware v.1.1.1