The latest firmware for the Canon R8 is now version 1.5.0.
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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 1.5.0
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 custom function.
7. Fixes an issue in which image stabilization may stop working when using an EF lens.
8. Fixes an issue in which HDMI output may momentarily stop when [Screen Off] is activated in the Power Saving settings.
If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.5.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
Firmware Download
You can download the latest R8 firmware from Canon’s Support Sites:
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 1.4.0
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.
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.
Firmware Version 1.2.0
Firmware Version 1.2.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
- Adds support for RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
- Fixes minor issues.
Firmware Version 1.1.0
Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
- Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).
- Fixes minor issues.
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