Minor updates for EOS R5 and R6 cameras

Canon has released new firmware for the EOS R5 and EOS R6 full frame mirrorless cameras in response to user feedback.

A video feature borrowed from the EOS R3 – Auto Power Off: Temp – can be added to the EOS R5 via this firmware. This enables longer recording times, with the High setting roughly doubling the length of footage (subject to conditions).

The EOS R5 and R6 both gain the ability to convert multiple HEIF images to JPEG in-camera, whilst the Movie Digital IS feature has been improved in response to feedback that the edges of captured video in selfie mode with a wide-angle lens were shaky.

EOS R5

Firmware version 1.6.0 for the EOS R5 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
1. Adds [Auto Power Off Temp.: Standard/High] to the menu for movie recording. When [High] is selected, the camera will not automatically turn off when the temperature of the camera body and card become high, which may allow for longer movie recording than before, depending on the shooting conditions. Note that the temperature of the bottom surface of the camera may increase at this time.
2. Adds the ability to convert multiple HEIF images into multiple JPEG images.
3. Enhances the performance of 'Movie Digital IS' so that it stabilises the image when taking selfies or walking shots using a wide-angle lens.
4. Fixes minor issues.

If the EOS R5 camera's firmware is already Version 1.6.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

Download the EOS R5 firmware from Canon UK

EOS R6

Firmware version 1.6.0 for the EOS R6 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
1. Adds the ability to convert multiple HEIF images into multiple JPEG images.
2. Enhances the performance of 'Movie Digital IS' so that it stabilises the image when taking selfies or walking shots using a wide-angle lens.
3. Fixes minor issues.

If the EOS R6 camera's firmware is already Version 1.6.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

Download the EOS R6 firmware from Canon UK

More EOS firmware updates

Canon released a number of firmware updates in March 2024, as follows: EOS R3 – version 1.7.1 1. Enables servo zooming to be remotely controlled from EOS Utility or Camera Connect when Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2/PZ-E2B is attached to a compatible lens. 2. Enables up to 2 TB to be used on CFexpress cards larger than 2 TB. 3. Fixes an issue that may cause the camera, in rare instances, to stop functioning when using GPS. 4. Fixes an issue that may display Error Code 70 when performing anti-flicker shooting at a shutter speed of 1 second or higher. 5. Enhances security for FTPS (File Transfer Protocol Security) connections. 6. Fixes an issue in which Mobile File Transfer may not function when connecting the camera to an iPhone compatible with USB 3.0 and higher. 7. Fixes an issue that, under specific circumstances, may prevent the image from being displayed in the viewfinder or on the screen causing the camera to stop operating, or Error Code 70 may be displayed. 8. Fixes minor issues. EOS

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