Canon Firmware Updates: EOS R3, R5, R5 Mark II, R6, R6 Mark II, R8, R10, R50, R100

Here are the latest Canon firmware updates for the EOS R3, R5, R5 Mark II, R6, R6 Mark II, R8, R10, R50, R100.

A lot of the updates are bug fixes and a few cameras received support for the LP-E6P.

You can download firmware updates through the Camera Connect app or directly from a Canon web site. Continue reading “Canon Firmware Updates: EOS R3, R5, R5 Mark II, R6, R6 Mark II, R8, R10, R50, R100”

New Canon Firmware Updates for EOS R6, R6 II, R7

Canon firmware updates for the Canon EOS R6, EOS R6 Mark II, and EOS R7.

EOS R6 Mark II Firmware Version 1.1.2

  • Improved the stability of touch operation control when touch operation is set to “sensitive”.
  • Fixed the phenomenon that only one battery may be charged when the Battery Grip BG-R10 is attached.

EOS R6 Firmware Version 1.8.2

  • Improved the stability of touch operation control when touch operation is set to “sensitive”.
  • Fixed minor bugs.

EOS R7 Firmware Version 1.3.1

  • Improved the stability of touch operation control when touch operation is set to “sensitive”.

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New Canon EOS R6 Mark II Review : A mini EOS R3?

Here is a new Canon EOS R6 Mark II review. Dustin Abbott posted his full and exhaustive Canon EOS R6 Mark II review. As always like other reviews by Dustin Abbott, this comes with test charts, sample pics, dynamic range tests, and much more.

Canon EOS R6 Mark II Key Features

  • 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • 4K60 10-Bit Internal Video, C-Log 3
  • External 6K ProRes RAW Recording
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
  • 12 fps Mech. Shutter, 40 fps E. Shutter
  • Sensor-Shift 5-Axis Image Stabilization
  • 3.69m-Dot OLED EVF
  • 3″ 1.62m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
  • Dual UHS-II Memory Card Slots
  • Multi-Function Shoe, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

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Canon celebrates 20th consecutive year of No. 1 share of global interchangeable-lens digital camera market

TOKYO, March 28, 2023—Canon Inc. announced today that the company’s interchangeable-lens digital cameras (digital SLR and mirrorless cameras) have maintained the No. 1 share of the global market for 20 consecutive years1 from 2003 to 2022.

Canon develops the key imaging system components featured in its EOS series of digital interchangeable-lens cameras—CMOS image sensors, image processors and interchangeable lenses—under the core concept of, “Speed, Comfort and High Image Quality.” Putting together a wide-ranging product lineup—from high-performance flagship models that are highly trusted by professionals to entry-level models that allow users to enjoy high-image-quality shooting with easy operation, as well as a rich selection of RF and EF series lenses that make possible a wealth of creative expression—Canon continues to support the diverse needs of customers.

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II Video Review for Photography

Here is a Canon EOS R6 Mark II video reviewGordon Laing posted his exhaustive Canon EOS R6 Mark II review. You can watch the video below:

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New Canon EOS R6 Mark II Review

DPReview published their full Canon EOS R6 Mark II review. The full frame mirrorless camera achieves a 91% overall score and Gold Award from the experts at DPReview.

Canon EOS R6 Mark II body $2,500 at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama

From their conclusion:

The feature that really sets it apart from its contemporaries is its ability to shoot at up to 40fps and to pre-buffer bursts, to help you capture the key moment. Its rolling shutter means these modes aren’t ideal for capturing very fast movement, but it’s good enough to be genuinely useful. It doesn’t suddenly make it a mini EOS R3, but it further expands the types of photography the R6 II can accommodate.

Quite apart from the specs and capabilities, the EOS R6 II is simply a very nice camera to use. Its menus are long, but its grip is comfortable, its controls well placed, and a great deal of consideration has clearly been given to how many control points it needs. It feels like a well-honed tool, refined by people who’ve spent a lot of time using cameras.

[…]Overall, though, it’s a camera that impresses every time you use it and, up against some of the best cameras you can buy, that counts for a lot.

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II firmware 1.1.1 Released

Canon released a new firmware update for the Canon EOS R6 Mark II. The body and kits are available at Amazon US.

EOS R6 Mark II firmware 1.1.1 includes the following fixes.

  1. Compatible 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.

You can download the firmware update from Canon Japan.

You can save $200 off on these cameras, see the details below:

Canon EOS R5 Body $200 Off Amazon 
Canon EOS R5 w/ RF 24-105mm F4 L $200 Off Amazon
Canon EOS R6 Body $200 Off Amazon
Canon EOS R6 w/ RF 24-105mm F4L  $200 Off Amazon

Canon EOS R6 Mark II Vs. Sony a7 IV Vs. Nikon Z6 II Vs. EOS R6 Specs Comparison

Canon EOS R6 Mark II (Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama) has been officially announced. Here is a quick specs comparison of Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Sony a7 IV, Nikon Z6 II, Canon EOS R6. Take a look at the comparison chart of these fast full-frame mirrorless cameras below:

Canon EOS R6 II Sony a7 IV Nikon Z6 II Canon EOS R6
MSRP at launch $2500 $2500 $2000 $2500
Sensor size/type FSI CMOS (Dual Pixel) BSI CMOS BSI CMOS FSI CMOS (Dual Pixel)
Pixel count 24MP 33MP 24MP 20MP
Max burst speed 12 fps mech shutter
40 fps electronic (12-bit)
10fps (lossy Raw) 14 fps 12 fps mech shutter
20 fps electronic
Image stabilization rating (CIPA) Up to 8EV Up to 5.5EV Up to 5.0EV Up to 8EV
Flash sync speed 1/250 1/250 1/200 1/250
Low light AF rating*** –5.0EV –4.0EV –4.5EV
(–6EV low light AF mode)
5.0EV
EVF res / mag 3.68M dots
/ 0.76x
3.69M dots
/0.78x
3.68M dots
/ 0.80x
3.68M dots
/ 0.76x
Rear screen 1.62M-dot fully articulated touchscreen 1.04M fully-articulated touchscreen 2.1M-dot tilting touchscreen 1.62M-dot fully articulated touchscreen
Video max res/rate UHD 4K/60p
(full width, from 6K)
UHD 4K 30p
(full width)
UHD 4K 60p
(1.5x Crop)
UHD 4K 30p
(full width)
UHD 4K 60p
(1.5x Crop)
UHD 4K 60p
(1.05x crop)
Battery life LCD / EVF (CIPA) 580 / 580 / 520 410 / 340 510 / 380
Card formats Dual UHS-II SD 1x CFe Type A / UHS-II SD
1x UHS-II SD
1x CFe Type B
1x UHS-II SD
Dual UHS-II SD
Weight 670g (23.6oz) 659g (23.2oz) 705g (24.9oz) 680g (24.0oz)

Canon EOS R6 Mark II In Stock / Availability Tracker

Last Update: November 6th, 2022

Canon officially announced the new Canon EOS R6 Mark II (B&H Photo Video/Adorama) in November 2022.  It is well-suited for various photography subjects such as portrait, landscape, sports and wildlife.

Canon EOS R6 Mark II currently is one of the best selling cameras in the world. Due to the high demand and the short supply, Canon EOS R6 Mark II will be out of stock everywhere for almost several weeks, even several months.
Here is a pre-order/in stock /availability tracker for Canon EOS R6 Mark II:

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens in Short Supply

According to Canon Japan, the new Canon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens pre-orders have exceeded the company’s forecast. Canon adds the Canon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens to its list of products with a supply issue.

Canon EOS R6 Mark II: $2,499 at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama.

Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens: $2,099 at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama

From Canon Japan:

Apology and information regarding product supply status

Updated: November 4, 2022

Thank you for your continued patronage of Canon products.

Currently, we have received more orders than expected for each of the following products, and due to the global supply of parts, there is a delay in delivery. We apologize for the inconvenience caused to our customers and business partners.
We apologize again for making our customers wait so long. We will continue to take measures for stable product supply so that we can deliver products as soon as possible. Thank you kindly look forward for your understanding.

product name

  • Canon EOS R5C
  • EOS R6 Mark II
  • Canon EOS R7
  • RF135mm F1.8L IS USM
  • RF400mm F2.8L IS USM
  • RF800mm F5.6L IS USM
  • Speedlite EL-5
  • Multi-accessory shoe shoe cover
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  • Multi-accessory shoe shoe cover
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