Canon announced future EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5 camera firmware plans

Canon released new firmware updates to the EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5 cameras in August, 2020. In addition, Canon plans further firmware enhancement to support advanced video recording capabilities for both cameras.

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 EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5 camera firmware updates available for download

Canon released new firmware updates to the EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5 cameras. Although the EOS R5 is a great improvement over the original EOS R model, I am still not ready to buy a high end mirrorless camera. My readers know the reason why I am waiting for the EOS R1, which should be coming next year, before the delayed Tokyo Olympics in July, 2021.

EOS-1D X Mark III Firmware Version 1.2.0 incorporates the following enhancements :

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 EOS R5 camera firmware update version 1.1.0 available for download

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

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.

Tear Down of Canon EOS R5 full frame mirrorless camera

Canon announced the EOS R5 and EOS R6 full frame mirrorless cameras on July 9, 2020. Here are some sample photos taken with the EOS R6. Many of you know why I am not interested in acquiring either the EOS R5 or EOS R6 at this time. My main and backup bodies are the EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS-1D X Mark II.

My readers know me as the Wildlife Ho-tographer. You can follow my travels on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and see my equipment bag and works on MichaelDanielHo.com

When the EOS R1 debuts next year, I may be interested in acquiring one. 

The semi-pro EOS-R5 mirrorless camera is a great improvement over the EOS R. Its phenomenal Animal Eye Auto Focusing feature is especially useful for wildlife photography but I am still not ready to buy an EOS R mirrorless camera yet.

Below is a video of the Canon EOS R5 camera tear down. This guy seems to know how to take it apart. Wonder if he is capable of putting it back together to its original condition. LOL.

https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Uv411q7CA

New Canon Firmware Updates for EOS-R, EOS-Ra, EOS-RP cameras RF and EF lenses

Canon has announced a slew of Firmware Updates for EOS R, EOS Ra, EOS RP cameras, RF Lenses, and two EF Super Telephoto lenses.

Canon EOS R firmware version 1.7.0 — Download

Canon EOS Ra firmware version 1.5.0 — Download

New 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 2.0x

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 f/2.8 L IS USM Lens - Firmware version 1.0.7

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 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 f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens - Firmware version 2.0.4

Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM Lens - Firmware version 1.0.6

Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 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

A complete hands-on review of Canon EOS R5 full frame mirrorless camera