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Following Canon's announcement in August 2019 that it was working on firmware for a number of its cameras to address a security flaw associated with the Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP), it has now released firmware for the following cameras: Canon EOS 6D – version 1.1.9 Canon EOS 6D Mark II – version 1.0.5 Canon EOS 7D Mark II – version 1.1.3 Canon EOS 70D – version 1.1.3 Canon EOS 80D – version 1.0.3 Canon EOS M50 – version 1.0.3 Canon EOS M6 Mark II – version 1.0.1 Canon EOS 250D (Rebel SL3) – version 1.0.2 Canon EOS 760D (Rebel T6s) – version 1.0.1 The firmware updates offer the following fixes: 1. Corrects a PTP communications vulnerability. 2. Corrects a vulnerability related to firmware update. When updating the firmware, please review the instructions thoroughly before you download the firmware. Firmware updates for the EOS R-series , EOS-1D X-series and EOS 5D-series have already been released. You can read the original news story here.

Firmware Version 1.1.8 incorporates the following fix: 1. Fixes a phenomenon in which standard exposure may not be obtained, or an irregular exposure may result, when Silent LV (Live View) shooting with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO. To download the latest update visit Canon UK / Canon USA or your local Canon Support portal.

Canon has released a number of firmware updates to correct for a phenomenon in which when using an EOS camera with the EF 70-300mm f4-5.6 IS II USM lens, even if lens aberration correction is set to 'Enable', no correction will be applied. The affected cameras and the new firmware update is listed below: EOS-1D X, firmware 2.0.9 EOS-1D Mark IV, firmware 1.1.5 EOS 5D Mark III, firmware 1.3.4 EOS 6D, firmware 1.1.7 EOS 7D, firmware 2.0.6 EOS 70D, firmware 1.1.2 EOS 60D, firmware 1.1.2 EOS 700D, firmware 1.1.5 EOS 650D, firmware 1.0.5 EOS 550D, firmware 1.1.0 EOS 500D, firmware 1.1.2 EOS 1300D, firmware 1.0.2 EOS 1200D, firmware 1.0.2 EOS 1100D, firmware 1.0.6 EOS 100D, firmware 1.0.1 EOS M, firmware 2.0.3 We have listed some of these firmware updates earlier on this blog, but have included them again here for completeness. You can download the firmware upgrades by following the camera links from one of these pages: Canon UK Canon USA

Firmware Version 1.1.7 is now available for the EOS 6D and offers the following fix: Corrects a phenomenon in which when using the camera with the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM lens, even if lens aberration correction is set to 'Enable', correction will not be applied. Firmware Version 1.1.7 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.1.6. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.1.7, it is not necessary to update the firmware. To download the firmware update please visit, select 'EOS 6D' from the product list, click on the tab for 'Firmware' and follow the on-screen instructions: http://www.canon.co.uk/support/consumer_products/product_ranges/cameras/eos/

Firmware Version 1.1.6 incorporates the following fixes: 1. Fixes a phenomenon in which the camera may not first use the centre AF point to focus, when the AF point selection is set to automatic in AI Servo AF mode. 2. Fixes a phenomenon in which focus cannot be finely adjusted with specific lenses when shooting remotely with EOS Utility software. 3. Corrects some Ukrainian language displayed on the menu for ISO Setting. You can download the firmware upgrades by following the camera links from one of these pages: Canon UK Canon USA

Firmware Version 1.1.4 for the EOS 6D incorporates the following: 1. Fixes a phenomenon in which some images cannot be transferred to mobile devices running the EOS Remote app. 2. Corrects an error in the German language Feature Guide. 3. Corrects an error in the Korean language Feature Guide. You can download the firmware upgrades by following the camera links from one of these pages: Canon UK Canon USA

Firmware Version 1.1.3 for the EOS 6D fixes an error where the Date/Time/Zone settings screen appears on the LCD display after the user has already configured these settings.  The values for the Date/Time settings may reset if the backup functions which retain those values do not perform properly. Even if the camera does not exhibit this phenomenon currently, it may in the future. Canon recommends that you update the  EOS 6D firmware to version 1.1.3 as soon as possible.   EOS 6D firmware 1.1.3 update (Europe) EOS 6D firmware 1.1.3 update (USA)

Apple Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 4.03 adds compatibility for the EOS 6D to Aperture 3 and iPhoto '11 software. You can download the update at: http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1604

Firmware Version 1.1.2 for the EOS 6D fixes a phenomenon which prevents movie files shot using Canon EOS 6D Digital SLR cameras from being played back on YouTube. You can download firmware version1.1.2 at http://software.canon-europe.com/ However, firmware version 1.1.2 may present some Video Snapshot limitations, as follows: 1. EOS 6D running Firmware Version 1.0.9: If a video snapshot captured when the camera was running firmware 1.0.9 is combined with a video snapshot created by a camera which was running firmware 1.1.2, the resulting video snapshot album will be corrupted. 2. EOS 6D running Firmware Version 1.1.2: If you try to add a video snapshot from a camera running firmware 1.1.2 to the video snapshot album created when the camera was running firmware 1.0.9, a warning message "Cannot select this movie" will appear and the video snapshot cannot be added to the album. The following workaround addresses the two scenarios described above: 1) Shoot a...

The EOS 6D will be available in stores from the beginning of December 2012. It has an RRP of £1799.99 (body only), £1959.99 with EF 40mm f2.8 STM lens or £2519.99 with EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM lens. For more information about this camera, select 'EOS 6D' from the category list to the right.

EOS 6D - key features •  Full-frame 20.2 Megapixel sensor •  Tough, lightweight construction •  Maximum ISO 25,600 (expandable to ISO 102,400) •  11-point AF sensitive down to -3EV •  GPS records your location •  Wi-Fi file transfer and remote control •  Full-HD video Canon has unveiled its latest EOS DSLR for serious photography enthusiasts. A similar size and weight to the EOS 60D, the EOS 6D is the world’s lightest DSLR (at 17 September 2012) to feature a full-frame CMOS sensor. The model creates a new entry point into Canon’s full-frame line-up. The EOS 6D combines full-frame imaging and low-light performance with a compact, robust and lightweight design. For the first time in any EOS model, Wi-Fi and GPS connectivity are included, empowering photographers to capture images on the move, tag them with location information and wirelessly transfer them to a computer, the cloud, or smartphones. Full frame sensor The EOS 6D features a ne...