Canon R8 Firmware Update Version 1.4.0

The latest firmware for the Canon R8 is now version 1.4.0.

Table of Contents[Hide][Show]

What’s New in Firmware Version 1.4.0
Firmware Download
How to Update the Canon R8 Firmware
Previous Firmware Versions+−
Canon R8 Guides & Resources

Canon R8 Forum & Facebook Group

If you are looking for further help and advice on the Canon R8 or would simply like to share your photos and videos, then please head over to our friendly Forum. If you prefer Facebook then we also run the Canon R8 Shooters Group.

If you find this firmware guide helpful then you might also like our R8 Memory Card Guide where we have tested 23 memory cards in-camera.

What’s New in Firmware Version 1.4.0

Firmware Version 1.4.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
1. Adds the ability to select [WPA2] and [WPA3] as a secured protocol.
2. Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).
3. The following issues have been fixed.
　3-1. Fixes an issue, in which when performing continuous shooting using the electronic shutter with both the [High-Frequency Anti-Flicker Shooting] and [OVF sim. view assist] options set to [On], Err 70 may occur.

If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.4.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

Firmware Download

You can download the latest R8 firmware from Canon’s Support Sites:

US
Europe

Make sure that you download the correct firmware for your computer (Windows or Mac).

How to Update the Canon R8 Firmware

Download the firmware update to your computer, unzip it then copy it over to the root directory of a formatted memory card, don’t put it in any folders!

If you are using a Mac then when you click on the .dmg file it will mount a drive in Finder where you will find the files.

Then insert the card into your R8 and run the update through tab 5 of the setup menu.

Previous Firmware Versions

Firmware Version 1.3.0

Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
1. Adds [FEM] to [Flash C.Fn settings]. Also, adds [ON/ETTL→M] to [Customize buttons]. Enables the ability to set Flash exposure memory (FE memory) from the camera when using Speedlites without an LCD panel.
2. The following issues have been fixed.
　2-1. Fixes an issue that may cause the camera, in rare instances, to experience a delayed restart after the camera has gone into Auto Power Off.
　2-2. Fixes an issue that, under specific circumstances and in rare instances, 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.
　2-3. Fixes an issue that may result in Error Code 70 being displayed when the user is shooting in A+ Mode or with the camera set to AI Focus AF.
　2-4. Fixes an issue that may cause the card access lamp to start flashing and the camera to not operate normally when shooting small subjects.
　2-5. Fixes an issue that may cause the camera to continue shooting when the user presses the shutter button and another button at the same time.