Canon R7 Can the firmware update be reversed?

[ACEkin]

I am wondering if it is possible, easy, and harmless to revert to the previous version of firmware after applying an update. I am a little hesitant after having serious problems with two R7 kits on which I had updated the firmware. The new replacement R7 kits we received have older versions of firmware but function fine. If I apply the update and have similar problems to the old ones, can I go back to the previous versions? I read somewhere that this might be a risky operation that can render the camera as a brick!

 

[Only RF]

I read people have done it successfully. I've never done it so I can't back it.

How to Downgrade a Canon Camera's Firmware to a Previous Version

If for any reason you might need to revert to a previous version of your Canon camera's firmware, here are two methods you can try.

petapixel.com

Here Is How To Downgrade Firmware On A Canon Camera (if you have to)

There might be some rare cases forcing you to rollback to an older firmware version on your Canon. Here is a quick and dirty trick to do it.

www.canonwatch.com

Two ways to downgrade your Canon camera firmware

If you’ve upgraded your camera firmware and you’re not happy with it, you may want a real-life “Undo” button to bring everything back the way it was. There are two possible ways to downgrade your camera firmware to the previous version, and in this video, Kolbassia of KH CAMS will show you how...

www.diyphotography.net

From the last link

POTENTIAL PROBLEMS​

Of course, since this is not something you’ll find in the manual, you could face some problems with both approaches. When you use the first method with two memory cards, you may need to wait for a long time before the downgrade is over. And I mean, really long time. For Kolbassia, the process froze at 73% and stayed like that for over 12 hours. In the end, he just turned off the camera by removing the battery. And when he turned it on again – the process was finished and the firmware was downgraded.

With option number two, though, there were no problems. The only challenge you may face is that you need to be perfectly precise and fast when opening the battery door and clicking OK for the firmware update.

Kolbassia tried both approaches for the Canon EOS R 6, but I assume that it would work with some other models as well. Judging from the comments, most people managed to do it and there was no damage done to their cameras. Still, if you decide to give it a shot, remember that you’re doing it at your own risk.

 

[ACEkin]

Thank you, I think I will wait until I really need something that comes with a firmware update. I don't understand why they make it so hard to go back to an earlier firmware. Oh, well!

 

[ctitanic]

Thank you, I think I will wait until I really need something that comes with a firmware update. I don't understand why they make it so hard to go back to an earlier firmware. Oh, well!

Hi ACEKin,
did you update your firmware?

Usually when you have an old or original firmware and your camera is working fine then updating the firmware should end with a positive result. Otherwise the web would be full of people complaining about firmware updates braking their cameras.

I have updated my firmware 2 times after I got my camera without factory resetting my camera and I'm a happy camper.

Each firmware update fix stuff (most of the time more stuff than what the manufacturers care to make public) and add new stuff. They also introduce new issues but that the exception of the rule.

 

[ACEkin]

Hi ACEKin,
did you update your firmware?

Usually when you have an old or original firmware and your camera is working fine then updating the firmware should end with a positive result. Otherwise the web would be full of people complaining about firmware updates braking their cameras.

I have updated my firmware 2 times after I got my camera without factory resetting my camera and I'm a happy camper.

Each firmware update fix stuff (most of the time more stuff than what the manufacturers care to make public) and add new stuff. They also introduce new issues but that the exception of the rule.

Not yet, ctitanic. Everything I need from the camera is working fine. Maybe I should look at what I may gain if I update the firmware.

 

[ctitanic]

Firmware Version 1.2.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

-The [User Def.] on [Picture Style] can now be selected in the Cloud Raw image processing settings.
-Fixes an issue that, in rare instances, displays an Error Code 70 when the camera is capturing small subjects.
-Fixes minor issues.

Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

-Adds support for Speedlite EL-5.*
*The autoflash function of the AF-assist beam is not supported.
-Adds support for the RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM.
-Fixes minor issues.

Firmware Version 1.3.1 incorporates the following enhancement:
Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].

To me the most important thing is what they do not say when they just say "Fixes minor issues" without details

 

[ACEkin]

Firmware Version 1.2.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

-The [User Def.] on [Picture Style] can now be selected in the Cloud Raw image processing settings.
-Fixes an issue that, in rare instances, displays an Error Code 70 when the camera is capturing small subjects.
-Fixes minor issues.

Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

-Adds support for Speedlite EL-5.*
*The autoflash function of the AF-assist beam is not supported.
-Adds support for the RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM.
-Fixes minor issues.

Firmware Version 1.3.1 incorporates the following enhancement:
Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].

To me the most important thing is what they do not say when they just say "Fixes minor issues" without details

Thank you! I don't think I am missing anything yet.

 

[ctitanic]

Overall, I hate when manufacturers do not give you details of those fixes.

 

[Only RF]

Yes I’d like to know about anything related to AF, no matter how minor.

 

[ctitanic]

Yes I’d like to know about anything related to AF, no matter how minor.

Quoting my granpa, "Dreaming is free"