Here Is Another Proof Of How Significantly Latest Canon EOS R Firmware Improves Eye-AF

Canon Eos R Firmware

If you’re a Canon EOS R shooter most likely you already know about the significant improvements of the latest Canon EOS R firmware. If not, read on.

Chris and Jordan from DPReview test the latest Canon EOS R firmware (v1.4, click here to download) to see how much it improves autofocus. See for yourself.

If you want to learn more about Canon EOS R firmware v1.4 have a look at this comparison with Sony or at this article.

Canon EOS R: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA

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Canon Firmware Security Updates Released For 11 Cameras

Security Flaw Canon Firmware

Already announced earlier, here is another batch of Canon firmware updates dealing with a security flaw in Canon’s Picture Transfer Protocol, the WiFi transfer protocol used on Canon cameras. More information about the security issue can be learned here.

Below you see all yet released firmware updates to fix the security flaw. All links point to the latest firmware.

ModelEstimated Firmware availability
EOS-1D X*1*2Version 1.2.1 is available for download
EOS-1D X Mark II*1*2                     Version 1.1.7 is available for download
EOS-1D C*1*2                        Version 1.4.2 is available for download
EOS 5D Mark III*1Version 1.3.6 is available for download
EOS 5D Mark IVVersion 1.2.1 is available for download
EOS 5DS*1Version 1.1.3 is available for download
EOS 5DS R*1       Version 1.1.3 is available for download
EOS 6D      Version 1.1.9 is available for download
EOS 6D Mark IIVersion 1.0.5 is available for download
EOS 7D Mark II*1Version 1.1.3 is available for download
EOS 70DVersion 1.1.3 is available for download
EOS 80D    Version 1.0.3 is available for download
EOS M10Tbd
EOS M100Tbd
EOS M3Tbd
EOS M5Tbd
EOS M50Version 1.0.3 is available for download
EOS M6Tbd
EOS M6 Mark IIVersion 1.0.1 is available for download
EOS RVersion 1.4.0 is available for download
EOS RPVersion 1.4.0 is available for download
EOS Rebel SL2Tbd
EOS Rebel SL3Version 1.0.2 is available for download
EOS Rebel T6Tbd
EOS Rebel T6iTbd
EOS Rebel T6sVersion 1.0.1 is available for download
EOS Rebel T7Tbd
EOS Rebel T7ITbd
PowerShot G5X Mark IITbd
PowerShot SX70 HSVersion 1.1.1 is available for download
PowerShot SX740 HS

*1These models require a WiFi adapter or a Wireless File Transmitter to support WiFi connectivity.
*2Ethernet connections can also permit these vulnerabilities.
Version 1.0.2 is available for download

Canon product advisory:

Thank you very much for using Canon products.

An international team of security researchers has drawn our attention to a vulnerability related to communications via the Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP), which is used by Canon digital cameras, as well as a vulnerability related to firmware updates.
(CVE-ID:CVE-2019-5994, CVE-2019-5995, CVE-2019-5998, CVE-2019-5999, CVE-2019-6000, CVE-2019-6001)

Due to these vulnerabilities, the potential exists for third-party attack on the camera if the camera is connected to a PC or mobile device that has been hijacked through an unsecured network.

At this point, there have been no confirmed cases of these vulnerabilities being exploited to cause harm, but in order to ensure that our customers can use our products securely, we would like to inform you of the following workarounds for this issue.

* Ensure the suitability of security-related settings of the devices connected to the camera, such as the PC, mobile device, and router being used.

* Do not connect the camera to a PC or mobile device that is being used in an unsecure network, such as in a free Wi-Fi environment.

* Do not connect the camera to a PC or mobile device that is potentially exposed to virus infections.

* Disable the camera’s network functions when they are not being used.

* Download the official firmware from Canon’s website when performing a camera firmware update.

Models Affected

These vulnerabilities affect the EOS-series digital SLR and mirrorless cameras PowerShot SX740 HS, PowerShot SX70 HS, PowerShot G5X Mark II.

Firmware Update

There is an increased use of PCs and mobile devices in an unsecure (free Wi-Fi) network environment where customers are not aware of the network security. As it has become prevalent to transfer images from a camera to a mobile device via Wi-Fi connection, we will implement firmware updates for the following models that are equipped with the Wi-Fi function.

Canon EOS R Firmware Update “Dramatically Improved” Autofocus, Report

Canon Eos R Firmware Update

The latest Canon EOS RP and Canon EOS R firmware updates brought significant improvements in autofocus performance.

Photographer Manny Ortiz says the Canon EOS R firmware update made him change opinion on the EOS R, and that the update dramatically improved the autofocus performance. Watch the video below.

Canon EOS R: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA

Canon EOS RP: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA

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Canon Firmware Updates For EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III and EF 600mm f/4L IS III Lenses

Canon Firmware Update Canon EF 600mm F/4L IS III

Here are Canon firmware updates for two big white telephoto lenses.

Canon released firmware 1.1.2 for the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III lens (download) and firmware 1.1.2 for the Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III lens (download). Both Canon firmware updates deal with the following issues:

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.

  1. 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.

These are big and heavy professional lenses with a equally big and heavy price:

Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III: B&H Photo | Adorama

Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III: B&H Photo | Adorama

Canon firmware update Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III

Canon EOS 90D Firmware Update Adds 24p in Full HD and 4K Video

Canon Eos 90d Canon Aps-c Firmware Dynamic Range

Here is the Canon EOS 90D firmware update. A firmware update with the same features for the Canon EOS RP has also been released today

Firmware 1.1.1 adds the much requested feature of 24p video in both full HD and 4K. Customers asked (loudly) and Canon delivered (quickly). Support for two lenses was also added (see below).

Firmware Version 1.1.1 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:

  1. The option to capture both 4K and Full HD movies in the frame rate of 23.98p has been newly added
  2. Fixes an issue where error code “Err 01” may be displayed when using EF 85mm f/1.8 USM or EF 100mm f/2 USM lenses.

Click here to download Canon EOS 90D firmware update 1.1.1.

The Canon EOS 90D is Canon’s latest APS-C DSLR, and it is getting a lot positive reviews.

Canon EOS 90D:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Canon IT, WEX Photographic, Canon FR, Canon UK, Canon DE

Key features:

  • 32.5MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 8 Image Processor
  • UHD 4K30p & Full HD 120p Video Recording
  • 3″ 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
  • 45-Point All Cross-Type AF System
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF with 5481 AF Points
  • Up to 10-fps Shooting, ISO 100-25600
  • Built-In Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
  • EOS iTR AF, Electronic Shutter Function
  • 220,000-Pixel AE Metering Sensor

Canon EOS RP Firmware Update Brings 24p Full HD

Canon Eos Rp Firmware

Canon released Canon EOS RP firmware update 1.4.0.

Canon EOS RP firmware 1.4.0 adds 24p in full HD mode. Something that a lot of people felt was dramatically missing on recent Canon cameras.

Firmware ver. 1.4.0 incorporates the following enhancement:

  1. The option to capture Full HD movies in the frame rate of 23.98p has been newly added.
  2. Support for the RF 85mm F1.2 L USM DS lens has been added.

Click here to download Canon EOS RP firmware 1.4.0 from Canon Europe.

Canon EOS RP:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Canon IT, WEX Photographic, Canon FR, Canon UK, Canon DE