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Canon Releases Firmware Updates for Cameras, Lenses
17 July 2025
Canon has announced a series of firmware updates for select EOS cameras, introducing features to" enhance performance, authenticity and creative flexibility for photographers and videographers, the company said.
In addition, new lens support for the EOS R50 camera expands its virtual reality capabilities.
KEY FIRMWARE UPDATES
The new firmware updates add:
- Panning Assist (EOS R1): Incorporates the advanced panning assist function from the EOS R3 camera, optimizing smooth tracking for fast-moving subjects.
- Servo AF [Case Special] (EOS R1, R5 Mark II): Introduces a specialized Servo AF mode for capturing subjects behind nets in sports like badminton or volleyball, for precise focus in challenging scenarios.
- Pre-Continuous Shooting Improvement (EOS R1, R5 Mark II): Adds customizable settings for the number of shots captured in pre-continuous shooting mode, offering greater control for action photography.
- Exposure Simulation for Flash Shooting (EOS R1, R5 Mark II, R3, R6 Mark II, R8): Enables exposure simulation when a flash unit is attached, providing accurate previews of lighting conditions for improved results.
- 8-TB CFexpress Card Support (EOS R1, R5 Mark II, R3, R5): Adds compatibility with up to 8TB CFexpress cards, allowing for extended storage capacity for high-resolution images and videos.
- VR Lens Support for EOS R50: RF-S3.9mm f3.5 STM Dual Fisheye Lens: Enables VR content creation with this compact fisheye lens. RF-S7.8mm f4 STM Dual Lens: Expands VR capabilities with enhanced lens support for immersive storytelling.
- Network Security Enhancement Pin Code (EOS R1, R5 Mark II, R3, R5, R6 Mark II, R7, R8, R10, R50, R50 V, C400, C80, C70, R5 C, XF605, PowerShot V1 and V10)
In response to European cybersecurity regulations, Canon said a password setting function will be added to protect personal information and security within the camera when connected to network infrastructure, IP addresses and MAC addresses.
AVAILABILITY
The company said the firmware updates for the Canon EOS R1, R5 Mark II, R3, R5, R6 Mark II, R7, R8, R10, R50, R50 V, C400, C80, C70, R5 C, XF605, PowerShot V1 and V10 are scheduled for release on July 17.