Canon R5C Firmware Update Version 1.0.6.1

The latest firmware for the Canon R5C is now version 1.0.6.1. Find out what’s new below and how to download and install the firmware.

What’s New in Firmware Version 1.0.6.1

Firmware Version 1.0.6.1 incorporates the following enhancements:

1. The following features are enabled when the following lens is attached: CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 L S
– Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
– Displaying T number.
– Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
– Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide].

2. Adds support for the following RF-Mount Cinema Prime Lenses:
CN-R14mm T3.1 L F
CN-R20mm T1.5 L F
CN-R24mm T1.5 L F
CN-R35mm T1.5 L F
CN-R50mm T1.3 L F
CN-R85mm T1.3 L F
CN-R135mm T2.2 L F

3. The following features are enabled when the following lens is attached: RF24-105mm　F2.8L IS USM Z
– Support for aperture ring adjustment.
– Support for zoom operations.

4. Adds support for the Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2.

5. Adds [_Proxy] option in XF-AVC proxy media name.

6. Improves vector scope.
– Changes to display [BT.2020] in the frame when the color space is set to BT.2020.
– Changes to always display the target color name.

7. Adds Tally OSD menu display option. This new feature adds a highlighted boarder to the OSD signal during recording.

For further information, please refer to the latest version of the camera’s Instruction Manual that is released with the firmware update.

Caution:
– Please use an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card that is 512MB or greater to perform the firmware update.
– Firmware version 1.0.6.1 is for updating EOS R5 C cameras running firmware version 1.0.0.1 – 1.0.5.1. If your camera’s firmware is already version 1.0.6.1, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the camera is updated to the latest version, it cannot be restored to a previous version.
– Please refrain from loading menu settings generated using the most recent firmware version to a product running an old firmware version, as doing so may affect camera operations.
– Firmware update must be performed in VIDEO mode.

Firmware Download

You can download the latest R5C 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 R5C Firmware

It is recommended that, prior to starting update operations, users save their menu settings as settings data to an SD card, separate from the one that will be used to carry out the update. This saved data can be loaded into the camera and the settings can be changed after the update has been completed.

After saving your settings date simply download the firmware update to your computer, copy it over to the root directory of your memory card, then insert the card into your R5C and run the update through the menu.

Previous Firmware Versions

Improvements from previous firmware versions are always included in the latest firmware version. So even if you have missed a couple of firmware versions, you only ever need to install the latest version.

Firmware Version 1.0.5.1

Firmware Version 1.0.5.1 incorporates the following enhancements:

1. The following features are enabled when the following lenses are attached: CN-E14-35mm T1.7 L S, CN-E20-50mm T2.4 L F, CN-E45-135mm T2.4 L F, CN8x15 IAS S/E1,:
   • Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
   • Displaying T number.
   • Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
   • Support for Dual Pixel CMOS AF autofocus(CN8x15 IAS S/E1 only)
   • Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide].
2. The following features are enabled when the following lenses are attached: RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM, RF-S18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM:
   • Adds a menu to switch lens functions. (Focus Ring, Control Ring, Lens Optical Image Stabilization)
3. Adds EF lenses compatible with EF-EOS R 0.71x Mount Adapter.
   • CN-E14mm T3.1 L F
   • CN-E20mm T1.5 L F
   • CN-E24mm T1.5 L F
   • CN-E35mm T1.5 L F
   • CN-E50mm T1.3 L F
   • CN-E85mm T1.3 L F
   • CN-E135mm T2.2 L F
   • EF14mm f/2.8L II USM
   • EF24mm f/1.4L II USM
   • EF35mm f/1.4L II USM
   • EF50mm f/1.2L USM
   • EF85mm f/1.2L II USM
   • EF135mm f/2L　USM
4. Enables left/right switching with one touch when using Magnify. (When recording 8K RAW with VR lens attached.)
5. Enables magnify during 8K MP4 recording. (Not available when HDMI 4K is output.)
6. Improves switching time between Video/Photo mode.
7. Adds Power Saving Mode.
8. Enhances Clear Scan resolution.
9. Adds Digital-Teleconverter function. (1.5x /2x /2.5x /3x)
10. Enables to change WFM size.
11. Enables to change Vector scope gain by touch.
12. Enables to change WFM/Vector scope opacity.
13. Improves AF performance.
    • Enables tracking frame to change variably depending on subject.
    • Enables to detect heads facing sideways or backwards, or in situations such as when wearing a helmet.
    • Enables to select Face via control ring/dial.
14. Adds [Subject Selection] assignable function via control ring/dial.
15. Adds [Canon 709 / BT.709] to the Gamma/Color Space in Custom Picture setting.
16. Adds [CMT 709] in Proxy Rec Color Conversion.
17. Adds [CMT 709] in View Assist.
18. Adds [G Gain] in White Balance in Custom Picture settings.
19. Adds support for 4CH display in audio meter.
20. Fixes an issue in which the camera is unable to shoot properly under certain conditions in still image mode after having updated the camera firmware to Version 1.0.4.1.

* 1-19 are the changes in Version 1.0.4.1, and 20 is the addition in Version 1.0.5.1.

Firmware Version 1.0.4.1

This firmware version was removed due to a bug and v1.0.5.1 was released to address this.

Firmware Version 1.0.3.1

Firmware Version 1.0.3.1 incorporates the following enhancements:

1. Improves the image quality of Canon Log 3 when shooting in XF-AVC or MP4 formats.

Firmware Version 1.0.2.1

Firmware Version 1.0.2.1 incorporates the following fix and enhancements:

1. Built-in Mic Audio Off. The internal microphone on the camera body can now be turned off. (VIDEO mode)
2. Fixes an issue, in which, in rare instances, the camera cannot be normally operated when operating the REC button with the camera set to the [Continuous Recording] function.(VIDEO mode)
3. Fixes minor issues when using the CINE-SERVO lens. (VIDEO mode)

Firmware Version 1.0.1.1

Firmware Version 1.0.1.1 incorporates the following fixes:

1. Optimizes AutoFocus accuracy when Extender RF1.4x or Extender RF2x is attached to the RF800mm F5.6 L IS USM and RF1200mm F8 L IS USM lenses. (VIDEO mode/PHOTO mode)
2. Enhances the stability of Eye Detection.(VIDEO mode/PHOTO mode)
3. Enhances AutoFocus tracking when shooting moving subjects.(PHOTO mode)

Release Firmware Version 1.0.0

This was the firmware that the camera was released with.