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R6 firmware 1.8.0
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Peter Gregg
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Loaded and installed fine but I don't have much time on it yet.
It still will not allow the focus box to change size using the Rate button like you can on the R6-2. I was hoping, makes me wonder why they bothered with the 1.8. Maybe more will come to light as time goes on.
Peter
It still will not allow the focus box to change size using the Rate button like you can on the R6-2. I was hoping, makes me wonder why they bothered with the 1.8. Maybe more will come to light as time goes on.
Peter
Ferenc MOGOR
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Successfully downloaded the 1.80 to my R6 MK1, did a quick test, but honestly dunno what to look for. I don't do FTP server stuff, so this upgrade did nothing for me. The only thing I'd be interested in is the bug fix, but that's something never advertised. Unfortunately. 
juanmaasecas
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No love for the R5?
Ferenc MOGOR
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From Canon site:
Firmware Version 1.8.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
1. Adds the ability for images to be cropped and resized during transfer to the FTP server.
2. Fixes minor issues.
Firmware Version 1.7.0 incorporates the following fixes:
1. Fixes an issue that, in rare instances, may result in the camera not operating normally when capturing small subjects.
2. Fixes minor issues.
Firmware Version 1.8.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
1. Adds the ability for images to be cropped and resized during transfer to the FTP server.
2. Fixes minor issues.
Firmware Version 1.7.0 incorporates the following fixes:
1. Fixes an issue that, in rare instances, may result in the camera not operating normally when capturing small subjects.
2. Fixes minor issues.
I did upgrade of my r6 to firmware to 1.8.0 and it basically made a brick out my camera. In C1-3 modes it does not shoot at all moreover it was even refusing to turn off with mw ef 500 f/4 ii attached. Everying written here I fully confirm including error 70 https://community.usa.canon.com/t5/...6-Firmware-1-8-0-Causing-Error-70/td-p/408451
I had to use trick described here https://petapixel.com/how-to-downgrade-canon-camera-firmware/ to reverse to 1.7.0 (I used Method 1 it worked). One detail my r6 was bought just a year ago.
I had to use trick described here https://petapixel.com/how-to-downgrade-canon-camera-firmware/ to reverse to 1.7.0 (I used Method 1 it worked). One detail my r6 was bought just a year ago.
Oh wow, wish it all worked out in the end for you! Thank you for the feedback! At this moment I guess a firmware update is a no go.
EmotionBlur
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I am in the software development business and normally the software versions are numbered as follows:
X.Y.Z
where
X = big changes, often redefining the user interface, often accompanied with a new purchase contract
Y = smaller changes but significant, in terms of added features to the existing version; usually coming for free
Z = bug fixing.
What Canon seems to do is to ignore X, Z and use Y for whatever.
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Luc
X.Y.Z
where
X = big changes, often redefining the user interface, often accompanied with a new purchase contract
Y = smaller changes but significant, in terms of added features to the existing version; usually coming for free
Z = bug fixing.
What Canon seems to do is to ignore X, Z and use Y for whatever.
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Luc
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Rock and Rollei
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Canon appear to have pulled it. It's not longer on the .co.uk site, and this message appears on the US site:
"Unfortunately, the latest firmware version 1.8.0 for the EOS R6 is temporarily unavailable. We anticipate the firmware being available in the near future; therefore please check back soon for your download."
I always wait a few days before updating just in case there are any wrinkles. Or worse...
"Unfortunately, the latest firmware version 1.8.0 for the EOS R6 is temporarily unavailable. We anticipate the firmware being available in the near future; therefore please check back soon for your download."
I always wait a few days before updating just in case there are any wrinkles. Or worse...
Steven Aunan
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I upgraded my factory refurb R6 to 1.8.0 last week (the downloaded file is dated 3/3/23) and have taken it on three shoots since then with no problems. I've been using custom C1-C3 settings, so I quckly reviewed those settings today after reading the error reports. The camera performs fine in all three custom modes, so I won't be attempting a downgrade to firmware 1.7.0.
I have also noticed it is removed from European site. Only 1.7.0 is currently available, so apparently something was not right with 1.8.0
I hope they can add some more significant features, although I’m currently pretty happy with my R6 and really couldn’t ask much more for my non professional use.
I hope they can add some more significant features, although I’m currently pretty happy with my R6 and really couldn’t ask much more for my non professional use.
Kameratrollet
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1.8.1 released. Just bugfix for Err 70.
CameraCarl
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1.8.1 is up on the Canon USA website now in case anyone cares.
PhotosFlight
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No problems. I do use FTP but I’m not certain what benefit this new feature will provide to me.
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