In a significant firmware update for its Cinema EOS line (many discounted through Canon’s annual Holiday sale), Canon has addressed various issues and introduced expanded feature support, including camera-to-cloud applications and multi-camera functionality for mobile devices.
One of the key new features is enhanced support for Frame.io’s camera-to-cloud platform, which includes activating and transmitting proxy files over WiFi. This update primarily impacts the brand-new Canon EOS C400 and C80 Cinema Cameras.
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Additionally, the Canon C70 Cinema camera and EOS R5C mirrorless camera will now be compatible with the RF 17-120 Cine-Servo lens and the new hybrid RF 70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z zoom lens.
Canon has also activated support for a digital teleconverter alongside the C500 Mark II and C300 Mark III cine cameras.
The C400 and C80 cameras will also gain support for the new hybrid Tele-zoom lens.
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The R5C will further enable camera output to mirror the camera’s LCD display, a feature also available for the C70, the C500 Mark II, and the C300 Mark III cameras.
Users can now enjoy new subject-tracking trigger controls and the ability to move the autofocus frame in the display to a preferred location.
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Other new features and fixes include:
EOS C400 Camera
- 1.5x anamorphic de-squeeze display assist option.
- The ability to maintain exposure, shutter, and ISO/GAIN settings when saving the output frame rate “pull-down” from 60<->60 (30-24) fps to an assignable button.
- 1920 x 1080P output option for MON OUT (Monitor out) and HDMI interfaces.
EOS C80 Camera
- 1920 x 1080P output option for SDI OUT and HDMI interfaces.
- Displays a digital teleconverter icon when activated.
EOS C500 Mark II/ EOS C300 Mark III Cameras
- Displays a digital teleconverter icon when activated.
EOS R5 C Camera
- Displays a digital teleconverter icon when activated.
- New subject tracking trigger.
- Allows the autofocus frame to be moved in the display by dragging or sliding to a desired location.
XF605 Camcorder
- Improved lens focus ring responsiveness.
- Improved headphone volume control.
- Displays a digital teleconverter icon when activated.
Downloading and installation
Users can download the firmware updates in December 2024 from Canon’s Camera Support Website.
Additionally, version 1.2 of the Canon Multi-Camera control app for iPhone and iPad will be available for download from the Apple App Store.
[source: Canon]
Order Links:
- Canon C400 Cinema Camera (B&H)
- Canon C80 Cinema Camera (B&H)
- Canon C70 Cinema Camera (B&H)
- Canon R5C Mirrorless Camera (B&H)
- Canon C500 Mk. II Cinema Camera (B&H)
- Canon C300 Mk. III Cinema Camera (B&H)
- Canon XF605 Video Camera (B&H)
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