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Canon has released a firmware update for its flagship camera, the EOS-1D X Mark III. First announced two weeks ago, firmware v1.1.0 incorporates the following enhancement and fixes: 1. The option to capture full HD movies and 4K UHD movies in 23.98p frame rate has been added. 2. The communication speed has been improved when connected via wired LAN. 3. The 'Browser Remote' function has been added. 4. The function to transfer only protected images has been added. 5. Corrects the phenomenon in which, when the electronic level is set to 'Show' in the viewfinder display, in rare cases, the camera may freeze when operating the AF-ON button or shutter button. 6. Corrects the phenomenon in which the Custom Shooting Mode settings may change when the shooting mode is switched. Firmware version 1.1.0 is for cameras with firmware on the original version 1.0.0. If the camera's firmware is already v1.1.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware. When updating t...

Canon has announced that it plans to release firmware updates for five of its recent cameras which will add 24p (23.98fps) mode for video recording, available in both Full HD and 4K modes. The camera models which are due to receive updated firmware (with anticipated release dates) are as follows: EOS 90D – late October 2019 EOS RP – late October 2019 PowerShot G7X Mark III – December 2019 PowerShot G5X Mark II – December 2019 EOS M6 Mark II – to follow in 2020 The decision to release firmware updates that enable the additional video frame rate is in response to customer feedback and demand. Of the announcement Canon says it "is committed to providing a diverse and full line-up of products to cater for all capabilities and interests by listening to our customers feedback and providing enhancements accordingly.".