Firmware Updates for EOS R5, EOS R6, EOS-1D X Mark III
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We are pleased to share that the following products would be receiving firmware updates that further improves the functionality your Canon product through enhancements and fixes.
EOS R5 – Firmware Version 1.5.0
- Head detection performance is improved to support detection when helmets or goggles are worn during winter sports.
- [Vehicles] selection has been added to [Subject to detect] selection in the [AF] tab to support the detection of automobiles and motorcycles in motorsports.
- Detection performance is improved for eye detection in the following areas:
a. when there are shadows on the face.
b. when bangs are hanging over the eyes. - Torso detection of a human subject is now supported. If the eyes, face or head are hidden or cannot be detected, the torso will be detected and tracked continuously.
- When shooting still images, it is now possible to import manual white balance (MWB) data from the Quick Control screen.
- The center select function of the multi-controller has been disabled to prevent accidental transfer of images during “FTP transfer operation”.
- When the Rating function is assigned to the Protect/Voice memo button, voice memos can now be recorded by pressing and holding the button.
- When two cards are inserted, it is now possible to set the recording method and select which card to be the primary or secondary card.
- Added [Suppress lower frame rate] to [Smooth] in [Disp. performance]. This enables the shooting screen to be displayed with less drop in frame rate, even in dark locations.
- The RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye lens is now supported.
- The default value of [FTP server] → [Passive mode] is now set to [Enable].
- Improves operation stability during FTP transfer.
- Optimizes controls of In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) when using specific EF lenses not equipped with the image stabilization function.
- Fixed a phenomenon, in which noise occurs along the edges of bright subjects when using Canon Log for movie recording.
EOS R6 – Firmware Version 1.5.0
- Head detection performance is improved to support detection when helmets or goggles are worn during winter sports.
- [Vehicles] selection has been added to [Subject to detect] selection in the [AF] tab to support the detection of automobiles and motorcycles in motorsports.
- Detection performance is improved for eye detection in the following areas:
a. when there are shadows on the face.
b. when bangs are hanging over the eyes. - Torso detection of a human subject is now supported. If the eyes, face or head are hidden or cannot be detected, the torso will be detected and tracked continuously.
- When shooting still images, it is now possible to import manual white balance (MWB) data from the Quick Control screen.
- The center select function of the multi-controller has been disabled to prevent accidental transfer of images during “FTP transfer operation”.
- When the Rating function is assigned to the Protect/Voice memo button, voice memos can now be recorded by pressing and holding the button.
- When two cards are inserted, it is now possible to set the recording method and select which card to be the primary or secondary card.
- Added [Suppress lower frame rate] to [Smooth] in [Disp. performance]. This enables the shooting screen to be displayed with less drop in frame rate, even in dark locations.
- The default value of [FTP server] → [Passive mode] is now set to [Enable].
- Improves operation stability during FTP transfer.
- Optimizes controls of In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) when using specific EF lenses not equipped with the image stabilization function.
- Fixed a phenomenon, in which noise occurs along the edges of bright subjects when using Canon Log for movie recording.
EOS-1D X Mark III – Firmware Version 1.6.0
- Head detection performance is improved to support detection when helmets or goggles are worn during winter sports.
- The center select function of the multi-controller has been disabled to prevent accidental transfer of images during “FTP transfer operation”.
- When the Rating function is assigned to the Protect/Voice memo button, voice memos can now be recorded by pressing and holding the button.
- When two cards are inserted, it is now possible to set the recording method and select which card to be the primary or secondary card.
- The default value of [Connection option settings], [FTP transfer settings], and [Power saving] are now set to [Disable].
- The default value of [FTP server] → [Passive mode] is now set to [Enable].
- Improves operation stability during FTP transfer.
- Fixed a phenomenon, in which noise occurs along the edges of bright subjects when using Canon Log for movie recording.
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First Posted on 02 Dec 2021