The latest version of the firmware for the Canon EOS R6 Mark II is now version 1.3.0
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What’s New in Firmware Version 1.3.0
Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
- Adds support for RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
- Fixes minor issues.
If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.3.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
Firmware Download
You can download the latest R6 Mark II firmware from Canon’s Support Sites:
How to Install the Firmware
Updating the firmware for the Canon R6 Mark II is pretty simple.
When you download the firmware it will include a PDF guide on how to install the firmware, you can also view this guide here.
There are two methods described in this guide, I’d recommend using the card reader in your camera.
Previous Firmware Versions
Previous firmware versions are always bundled in the latest firmware. So you only ever need to install the most recent firmware version.
Firmware 1.3.0
Firmware Version 1.2.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
- Adds support for the RF5.2mm F2.8 L Dual Fisheye lens.
- Adds enhanced security when transferring images via FTPS transfer
- Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).
- Fixes minor issues.
Firmware 1.2.0
Firmware Version 1.1.2 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
- Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].
- Fixes an issue that may result in only one battery being charged when the BG-R10 Battery Grip is attached.
If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.1.2, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
Firmware 1.1.1
Firmware Version 1.1.2 incorporates the following fix:
- Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].
- Fixes an issue that may result in only one battery being charged when the BG-R10 Battery Grip is attached.
Paul Sakamoto
I found that external flash operation on my R6 Mk II was super unreliable to the point of unusability until I installed 1.20 firmware. I have looked around for other references to this being the fix and haven’t seen any. This is surprising since many have complained about the R6 Mk II flash dropping link with external flashes (I have an ST-E3-RT transmitter and three 600EX-RT. The transmitter is connected to the R6 Mk II via an AD-E1 adapter).
Anyways, after a lot of frustration with this issue, I realized I had not yet installed 1.20. 1.20 has zero references to the flash issue, but says “minor issues” are fixed. Once I installed it and them messed with the system a LOT, I am feeling like it is finally OK. If I am right that this is the fix, then I am really bummed that Canon can call the complete loss of useful external flash communication a “minor” issue. Then again, is it just me?
Thanks