Canon Announces Multi-feature Firmware Update For EOS C70

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It will be released at the beginning of December 2022.

Canon press release:

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”: Allowsthe 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.

To download or more information regarding the firmware update and all of Canon’s professional video products and solutions, please visit usa.canon.com.

New Firmware For Canon EOS C300 Mark III and EOS C500 Mark II

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Canon released new firmware for the Canon EOS C300 Mark II and Canon EOS C500 Mark II.

Canon EOS C300 Mark II firmware 1.0.4.1 (download from Canon USA) incorporates the following enhancements

  1. Adds support for EU-V3 Expansion Unit 3.
  2. Adds Focus Position Guide feature.
  3. Adds support for additional commands for Canon IP [XC Protocol].
  4. The following features are enabled when the following lenses are attached:CN8×15 IAS S/E1,CN8×15 IAS S/P1, CN-E45-135mm T2.4 L F, CN-E45-135mm T2.4 L FP
    • Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
    • Displaying T number
    • Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.(EF only)
    • Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide] (EF only)
  5. Enables face detection and tracking when S&F shooting frame rate is set from 24 to 120 frames per second.
  6. Adds support for 4CH display in audio meter.
  7. Improves the retention of the recording settings when switching between normal shooting and S&F shooting.
  8. Adds [Canon 709 / BT.709] to the Gamma/Color Space in Custom Picture setting.
  9. Adds [CMT 709] in LUT and Sub Rec Color Conversion.
  10. Adds [G Gain] in White Balance in Custom Picture settings.
  11. Adds support for the CFExpress VPG 400 (Video Performance Guarantee).
  12. Fixes minor issues when using the CINE-SERVO lens.

Canon EOS C500 Mark II firmware version 1.0.6.1 (download from Canon USA) incorporates the following enhancements:

  1. Adds support for the Canon Expansion Unit 3 [EU-V3].
  2. Adds Focus Position Guide feature.
  3. Adds support for additional commands for Canon IP [XC Protocol].
  4. The following features are enabled when the following lenses are attached:CN8×15 IAS S/E1,CN8×15 IAS S/P1, CN-E45-135mm T2.4 L F, CN-E45-135mm T2.4 L FP
    • Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
    • Displaying T number
    • Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Lens Aberration Correction.(EF only)
    • Support for Dual Pixel CMOS AF autofocus (EF only)
    • Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide](EF only)
  5. Enables AF when S&F shooting frame rate is set to 24/25/30/48/50/60/100/120 frames per second.
  6. Enables face detection and tracking when S&F shooting frame rate is set from 24 to 120 frames per second.
  7. Adds support for 4CH display in audio meter.
  8. Improves the retention of the recording settings when switching between normal shooting and S&F shooting.
  9. Adds [Canon 709 / BT.709] in Gamma/Color Space in Custom Picture setting.
  10. Adds [CMT 709] in LUT and Sub Rec Color Conversion.
  11. Adds [G Gain] in White Balance in Custom Picture setting.
  12. Adds support for the CFExpress VPG 400 (Video Performance Guarantee).
  13. Fixes minor issues when using the CINE-SERVO lens.

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Firmware Update Released (ver. 1.6.2)

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Canon released a new Canon EOS-1D X Mark III firmware. It’s version 1.6.2.

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Firmware Update Version 1.6.2 incorporates the following fixes:

1. Fixes an issue that, in rare cases, displays an Error Code 70 after the camera has been connected to a network for a prolonged period of time.

2. Fixes minor issues.

If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.6.2, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

You can download Canon EOS-1D X Mark III firmware 1.6.2 here.

Canon EOS R5 C Firmware Update Released (version 1.0.2.1)

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Canon released a firmware update for the Canon EOS R5 C, version 1.0.2.1.

Firmware Version 1.0.2.1 incorporates the following fix and enhancements:

  1. Built-in Mic Audio Off The internal microphone on the camera body can now be turned off. (VIDEO mode)
  2. Fixes an issue, in which, in rare instances, the camera cannot be normally operated when operating the REC button with the camera set to the [Continuous Recording] function.(VIDEO mode)
  3. Fixes minor issues when using the CINE-SERVO lens. (VIDEO mode)

Download Canon EOS R5 C firmware version 1.0.2.1 here.

Firmware Update For Canon C70 Released

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Canon released a firmware update for the Canon EOS C70, which resolves an issue that emerged in July 2022.

Canon EOS C70 firmware 1.0.4.1 incorporates the following fix:

1. Fixes an issue, in which, in rare instances, the camera cannot be normally operated when operating the REC button with the camera set to the [Continuous Recording] function.

You can download Canon EOS C70 firmware 1.0.4.1 here.

New Canon EOS R3 Firmware Just Released (1.2.1, after ver. 1.2.0 had been pulled)

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Canon already released a new firmware update for the Canon EOS R3, after having pulled the previous firmware update because of an issue.

Canon EOS R3 firmware Version 1.2.1 (download) incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:

  1. Adds the ability to set “Custom high speed continuous” to the Drive mode. It is possible to shoot from 2 to 50 images continuously at a speed of approximately 30 to 195 fps.
  2. Adds the ability to select “FHD 239.76 fps/200.00 fps” in “High frame rate.”
  3. 1- Adds the ability for in camera “Depth compositing” during “Focus bracketing.”
    2- Adds Focus bracketing and depth compositing with a flash (Speedlite EL-1).
  4. Adds the ability of time-lapse movie recording. Note that the time-lapse movie setting is retained even if the camera enters the Auto Power Off state before starting time-lapse movie recording.
  5. Adds the ability of Cloud RAW processing functionality. RAW processing with the latest image processing technology is possible. This is a paid service that requires the purchase of a Canon Imaging App Service Plan, which will be available starting July 25, 2022.
  6. Adds the ability to convert multiple HEIF images into multiple JPEG images.
  7. Adds the ability to set [Still Image Crop/Aspect] to [Custom Controls]. The assigned button can be used to switch between crop and aspect ratio.
  8. Adds the ability to crop and resize images during transfer to an FTP server.
  9. 802.1X authentication/WPA2-Enterprise now supports the PKCS#12 certificate format.
  10. Adds an electronic shutter sound to be played when the mechanical shutter or electronic 1st-curtain is set.
  11. Enhances the performance of “Movie Digital IS”. It stabilizes the image when taking selfies or walking shots using a wide-angle lens.
  12. Adds [Auto Power Off Temp.: Standard/High] to the menu for still shooting.
  13. Fixes an issue, which displays Error Code 70 on the camera, that may occur, in rare instances, when the [Disp. performance] setting is set to [Smooth].
  14. Fixes minor issues.
  15. Fixes an issue, in which, after having updated the camera to firmware Version 1.2.0, when performing the [Factory reset] operation, some shooting settings are not retained.

*Items 1 through 14 are changes of Firmware Version 1.2.0, and item 15 is newly added for Firmware Version 1.2.1.