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Canon has released the final wave of firmware updates to fix the potential security flaw relating to the Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) originally identified in August 2019. The final EOS cameras to receive the fix are as follows: Canon EOS 77D – version 1.0.3 Canon EOS 800D/Rebel T7i – version 1.0.2 Canon EOS 750D/Rebel T6i – version 1.0.1 Canon EOS 200D/Rebel SL2 –  version 1.0.1 Canon EOS 2000D – version 1.0.1 Canon EOS 4000D – version 1.0.1 Canon EOS 1300D – version 1.1.1 Canon EOS M6 – version 1.0.1 Canon EOS M5 – version 1.0.2 Canon EOS M3 – version 1.2.1 Canon EOS M2 – version 1.0.4 Canon EOS M10 – version 1.1.1 Canon EOS M100 – 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. You can read the original news story here.

Digital Photo Professional version 4.6.10 adds support for the EOS 77D, 800D and M6, plus the EF-S 18-55mm f4-5.6 IS STM. The update is compatible with Windows 7 (with Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 installed, 8, 8.1 and 10, Mac OS 10.10, 10.11 and 10.12 The update is available to download from: www.canon.co.uk/support

EOS M6 with built-in flash The EOS M6 makes its debut today, offering all of the functionality and features of the popular M5 in a smaller, more compact body. Equipped with a 24.2MP APS-C sensor, Dual Pixel CMOS AF with 45 cross-type AF points, DIGIC 7 processor and two top thumb dials, this powerful camera offers control and quality. It's equipped with Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth connectivity and offers remote control via your smartphone. Using Bluetooth you can also view the images on your camera directly on your connected phone. Capable of achieving 7fps (frames per second) or up to 9fps with fixed AF, the M6 also has in-camera five-axis video stabilisation – for smoother movie shots – and full HD 60p video. The M6 has a large 3.0 inch tilting touchscreen and has the option of adding an electronic viewfinder. Available in two colours: The EOS M6 (body only) will be available in black or silver from April 2017 with an RRP of £729.99/€989.9 The EOS M6 (in black or silve...