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The new Speedlite EL-1(Ver.2) offers a super-fast 0.1-0.9 sec   recycle time for bursts of up to 170 full-power flashes.  High-speed bursts at lower power levels are also possible.  The guide number is 58 (metres, ISO 100). A high-performance LP-EL battery powers the Speedlite. Expect up to 2380 flashes from a single charge. An accurate battery-level indicator   lets you know when it is time to recharge or replace your power source. The unit has the same degree of dust and water resistance as L-series lenses. An active cooling system prevents overheating, so you can shoot for longer. Illuminate your subject from anywhere in the scene, controlling the EL-1 (Ver.2) wirelessly with a radio or optical trigger. Use multiple Speedlites together (as individual units or groups) for creative lighting. A built-in bi-colour LED modelling light lets you see where and how the EL-1 (Ver.2) flash output will look and preview where shadows will fall. Manual flash output can be varie...

 Firmware version 1.1.0 for the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II, announced early in July 2025, is currently unavailable. "Canon has determined that playback may not be possible on the camera or a PC when users are shooting videos with pre-recording settings using a card reader larger than 2TB. Canon is taking steps to have the firmware available as soon as possible." If you have already downloaded the firmware, Canon advises that you do not install it on your camera.

  Firmware Version 1.1.1 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes: 1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially. •Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings. *For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon. 2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and new firmware is made available on Canon servers. 3. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur during Bluetooth communication due to interference from other Bluetooth devices. 4. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur when repeatedly shooting in the "High-speed continuous shooting +" mode. 5. Fixed an issue where frame rates (119.9P [NTSC] and 100.0P [PAL]) and bit rates that should not have been selectable were incorrectly displayed in the [Streaming size] settings screen during live streaming via HDMI conne...

  Firmware Version 1.4.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes: 1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially. •Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings. *For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon. 2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and new firmware is made available on Canon servers. 3. Adds support for the RF-S3.9mm F3.5 STM DUAL FISHEYE lens. 4. Adds support for the RF-S7.8mm F4 STM DUAL lens. 5. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur during Bluetooth communication due to interference from other Bluetooth devices. 6. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur when repeatedly shooting in the "High-speed continuous shooting +" mode. 7. Fixes an issue in which image stabilization may stop working when using an EF lens. 8. Fixes an issue in w...

  Firmware Version 2.2.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes: 1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially. •Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings. *For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon. 2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and if new firmware is made available on Canon servers. 3. Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI). 4. Adds a function that simultaneously protects images when they are rated. 5. Adds the ability to use up to 8 TB of CFexpress cards. Note · Cards larger than 8 TB require low-level formatting by the camera. · Cards larger than 8 TB are treated as 8 TB cards. · Cards larger than 2 TB cannot be used for firmware updating. 6. Adds compatibility for Peripheral Coordinated Control with RF16-28...

  Firmware Version 1.5.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes: 1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially. •Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings. *For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon. 2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and new firmware is made available on Canon servers. 3. Adds the ability to enable [Exposure Simulation] when a flash unit is attached. 4. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur during Bluetooth communication due to interference from other Bluetooth devices. 5. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur when repeatedly shooting in the "High-speed continuous shooting +" mode. 6. Fixes an issue in which the camera may stop functioning properly when simultaneously using the touch screen and a button assigned to a cu...

  Firmware Version 1.6.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes: 1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially. •Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings. *For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon. 2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and new firmware is made available on Canon servers. 3. Adds a function that simultaneously protects images when they are rated. 4. Improves AF tracking performance during zooming in still photo shooting with compatible lenses. 　 *Compatible lenses (as of July 16, 2025): 　 RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z (ver.1.1.0 or later) 　 RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z 　 RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM (ver.1.0.8 or later) 5. Adds the ability to enable [Exposure Simulation] when a flash unit is attached. 6. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur ...

  Firmware Version 1.9.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes: 1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially. •Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings. *For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon. 2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and new firmware is made available on Canon servers. 3. Adds a function that simultaneously protects images when they are rated. 4. Adds the ability to use up to 8TB of CFexpress cards. Note - Cards larger than 8TB require low-level formatting by the camera. - Cards larger than 8TB are treated as 8TB cards. - Cards larger than 2TB cannot be used for firmware updating. 5. Adds to lower the image capture frame rate to help prevent overheating when connected to CR-A100 in extended remote shooting. 6. When transferring image...