Firmware Update 2.0 For The Canon EOS R5

[@vaskoobscura_]

OK exciting news for all of you who have bought an Canon EOS R5! Canon just released firmware 2.0 for the EOS R5 and with a name like 2.0 we’re all expecting a big overhaul of the camera’s functionality. But . . . I have a feeling we won't see any more big updates for this camera. Let me know what you think below. You can download the new firmware here: ​​www.usa.canon.com/support/p/eos-r5

[@Shawner556]

I’ve been struggling with “Err 70” on my R5 since I’ve owned it - fixed, FINALLY. This update doesn’t affect most but it really meant a lot to me. Thanks for the video 🤙

[@vaskoobscura_]

Awesome man. I'm so happy that the error has been fixed for you. I can only imaging how frustrating that must have been. Would have been cool to see your reaction when the err 70 fix was announced. Appreciate the comment. Really helps the channel thank you.

[@stephen224]

I was recently on a shoot in Africa and had the error 70 issue. Very frustrating. Luckily I had the extended warranty and it was covered. Had to do with a shutter issue. Happy whatever other analogous problems are now fixed

[@stephen224]

Yes, it was a real eye-opener when the error 70 fix came out shortly after my camera was repaired. No one mentioned it was an ongoing issue with many people.

[@stiletas]

I also experienced Err70 occasionally when shooting in cold mornings without any external peripherals connected. Canon mentioned that the main issue could be the lens or other external hardware that I was using. Hopefully, it is resolved now.

[@ingridcn]

Me too

[@AtaBoraBasar]

Hello Vasko, In my opinion, Canon received the most serious firmware update with version 1.5.0. (01-Dec-2021)In this update, vehicle and motorcycle recognition features have been added. The interesting part is that the same feature was added to R3. Frankly, this addition impressed me a lot and I thought that there would be more recognition features (plane, skin, etc.) with the new updates. The thing is, these didn't happen. These new recognition features came with the R6 Mark 2 and R8. I would love to see the R5, R6 and R3 get these features.

[@StoicJason]

I’ve run into the error code freeze before. Glad we got that fix. Seems like they’re laying the foundation to release some video updates coming soon. Bigger memory card reading and video lense focus ability…

[@Burk]

Canon, please give use a clear recording video indicator. A red border around the screen when recording is much desired.

[@vaskoobscura_]

This is absolutely needed!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@BrandonBurk]

@@vaskoobscura_ Sony does this! Sony also illuminates the shutter button on some of their cameras to indicate recording.

[@beerborn]

When I first got my Canon R5, I was having the Item #4 issue. After 3 different updates on my Canon R5 they finally fixed the Item #4 issue with the version 2.0. It was so frustrating that once in awhile when I take a photo, the camera would freeze up and the Error Code 70 would show up. After 1 second, the error code would dissapear and the camera would be back to normal. However, the photo that I took before the error 70 happened is not recorded on my CFexpress card. So I have to take the picture all over again to have it recorded in the CFexpress card. This was very annoying when taking photos of a person or a group of people and the error 70 code happens and I have to tell the folks that I have to take their picture all over again.

[@johnwelson4789]

still 29 minutes limits ??

[@vaskoobscura_]

Yup they haven't removed that 29min limit yet which is ridiculous.

[@yourphotochef8590]

@@vaskoobscura_I’m actually starting to regret not getting the Sony a7s III instead. About £4k for a camera and you put 30mins recording limit on it? Can nobody sue canon?

[@kruuuber]

The limit is there because of an EU tax regulation thing differentiating between photo and video cameras, that has now expired. But as this camera was first released before that expired it's still obligated to have this 29min limit. At least that's what I'm told. Hope that helps.

[@yourphotochef8590]

@@kruuuber That actually makes sense… Decided to get 2 of the r6 mark ii for my video work…. Still annoyed by my r5’s recording limit, that camera would’ve been a beast🔥.

[@ost1517]

@@yourphotochef8590 are you seriously filming in 8k or 4k 60fps scenes that are longer that 5 minutes?

[@pmpina]

I agree with you and think that will be the future. Why don't they put the R6 II focus on the R5 and charge for the upgrade. I paid.

[@vaskoobscura_]

I agree I think that will be the future. It would be great if camera companies made the hardware than app developers could create the software just like phone apps. I think that's where we'll be in about 10 years.

[@lesnayalesichka]

Well, Canon, what's about battery grip firmware update? Dust profile software? Maybe better compatibles with a Sigma/Tamron/Tokina lenses?

[@vaskoobscura_]

All good points. That would be great to see.

[@kclarkeadventures]

That would be something id be interested in.

[@vaskoobscura_]

Thanks for the comment.

[@patrickkelly7344]

I had an error code 70 on a brand new R6 mkii last year. I traded it in, payed the extra grand and got the R5. I miss the hell out of that R6 mkii.

[@vaskoobscura_]

Really. What is it that you miss so much about the R62?

[@patrickkelly7344]

More extensive subject detection, auto focusing, different options for electronic shutter. You can choose what eye you want and what person you want to focus on by scrolling across. It's like a mini R3 without a stacked censor.

[@besim.mydyti]

Today, i saw that error 70 three times, but my firmware 1.8.1, I just update, let see if it doesn't appear anymore

[@vaskoobscura_]

Hopefully the firmware did the trick. Thanks for the comment.

[@TerryTube]

Canon must be well aware of customer feedback and firmware requests before they release each iteration. Obviously they are making minor improvements only, so as not to impact sales of their other cameras and upcoming models. I find this greedy mindset the biggest turn off with Canon, and the most likely reason I would switch brands in the future. At the very least they should offer some customer engagement as to why they can't offer the most obvious improvements such as an AF upgrade and RAW burst pre-shooting to at least make the camera look like a 2024 product (given that it is still in their current line up).

[@vaskoobscura_]

100% agree. Canon seems to be motivated by profit more then they are motivated by creating a positive customer experience. Unfortunately for Canon they have lost and will continue to lose customers because of that. If you make the customers feel good they will always come back for more. A lesson clearly lost by those those that run the company.

[@EverythingCameFromNothing]

Canon needs to remove the 30 minute record limit….or at least allow automatic re-starting for video once it hits the 30 minute mark

[@vaskoobscura_]

That is a fantastic idea. An auto restart recording after 30min would be a great solution if they can't actually make the camera go for longer than 30min.

[@EverythingCameFromNothing]

@@vaskoobscura_ yeah, Magic lantern software has enabled this feature on older cameras like the 5D mark 3, so it’s definitely possible

[@vaskoobscura_]

@@EverythingCameFromNothing it would be pretty cool to see what could be done with the R5.

[@anthonyhershko]

I don't know why, but after I updated the R5 to the 2.0 firmware, my pictures come blurry, even at 1/500s... My lens is Sigma 60-600.

[@vaskoobscura_]

That's so strange. I haven't heard that before. Do you know other R5 users who shoot with a sigma are they having issues too? I would contact Canon support and talk to them.

[@anthonyhershko]

Yes, there's one on Canon forum. They said go for RF lens, I can't afford it... Can you please help me, man, I tried to contact Canon and Sigma, but they ignored me...

[@meteorologyman]

The fact that canon have updated the R5 firmware fro teh original one to that closer to the R3 (vehicle tracking for example) just proves the fact that firmware updates can be made (especially those related directly to software like AF tracking). And I am not sure that market-ware that is not a smarter move cause then they can sell a firmware, for not all people can spend about 5K for new camear every three years while buy a firmware that will take their ixisting camera to "the next level" mught be more apealing (as in my case).

[@vaskoobscura_]

Thank you for the comment much appreciated. I really think we are at a point where hardware has hit a limit. A well built camera can last a long time and only need firmware to update it's capabilities.

[@martinekwall4671]

I think that would be great with paid updates if they ad worthwhile features.

[@vaskoobscura_]

Yes exactly they have to be features that add value to the user. Thanks for the comment.

[@pinkace8221]

Your principle is very good, but the technology and AI is moving very fast, not to mention the shareholders profits… it will be great but realistically they will not do it, sadly, but a good thought per sure 😊

[@vaskoobscura_]

I 100% agree with you. Shareholder want their returns. Sadly it's probably shareholders that drive innovation rather than genuine creativity and an innovative spirt.

[@b29ak2007]

Dunno why they called it 2.0.... could have been 1.9 Though I think I need that fix number 3 for my camera

[@fastflame200]

1.9 was released in 2023

[@vaskoobscura_]

I get what you're saying. This wasn't a firmware worthy of a new digit and I agree. This firmware was just a few small fixes.

[@RickLincoln]

Not a good idea. 1. Would anyone you know pay $300 for this 2.0 update? And, if someone passes on V.2, would they pay $300 for V. 2.1 or $600 since 2.1 would require having V2 installed. 2. High volume shooters, those who shoot in harsh environments, and those who travel with their gear among others begin to doubt the integrity of their camera bodies before 10 years has gone by. 3. The manufacturers would throttle back features in new cameras in order to reap the dollars for the upgrades. 4. What price would buyers who purchase a camera body years after it's release pay? The price of the camera at release with all of the new firmware or the release price along with the cost of the upgrades? 5. The competition in the camera market is driven by new sparkly things....not new firmware updates.

[@fastflame200]

The DIGIC X processor is getting outdated. It was released on the 1D X Mark III in February 2020. It can only do so much. Hence the R1 and R5II will use newer CPU technology. There the runway for more features in software over time becomes reality.

[@vaskoobscura_]

That makes sense. I have a feeling that the new R52 will have a dedicated chip just for Autofocus calculations much like the new Sony cameras. There was a patent leak recently that hinted at it.

[@ingridcn]

Who paid for the firmware?

[@vaskoobscura_]

nobody’s it’s free.

[@b29ak2007]

I know you gonna be disappointed cause they aint giving you that 30min limit But as per always, an update comes, and I am here in your comments cause if it wasn't for you I wouldn't know about the update

[@vaskoobscura_]

Thank you really appreciate the comment and the support on the channel. And you win the prize for first comment on the video too. Thanks again.

[@chriskay3058]

Looks like I'll be skipping this "major" firmware update. Movies: Ghost Busters, True Lies and I didn't recognize the 2nd one. I'd consider paying for a major firmware update, depending on what it is.

[@vaskoobscura_]

Thanks for the comment. Someone called this firmware update 2.NO. hahahahaha. It's a pretty bog let down for sure. The second movie was Tremors

[@marcosuozzi]

So not to bad I swapped my R5 for the R5C 🤗🥰😁

[@vaskoobscura_]

Oh nice congrats on the R5C. How are you liking it?

[@marcosuozzi]

@@vaskoobscura_ Thank you Vasko 🤗 It‘s a love and hate camera 🤪😁 But I need it for the 8K60Fps because of the VR Videos that i do a lot 🥰 but the form factor of the normal R5 is a lot better 💪

[@vaskoobscura_]

@@marcosuozzi Isn’t it nice when this is just a hobby and you can always buy the camera you want.

[@davidfitzpatrick7399]

In my next life time, I guess we'll all get what was promised when we buy something. Not a great update as nothing in this for me, just as well go back to my 1dx 3! Think I've bought my last camera!

[@vaskoobscura_]

It's really unfortunate considering the 2.0 name of the firmware. I was hoping for a some big updates.

[@stephen7627]

with R5 processing power i can't imagine what magic lantern will unlock :D , but yeah this firmware isn't supposed to be the BIG 2.0 , it should be a 1.9.5 or something , for 2.0 at least give us more , the R5 is capable of doing more

[@vaskoobscura_]

100% agree. Oh and I can't wait for Magic Lantern to get their programmers into the R5 and open up the full potential of this camera. The R5 has so much potential.

[@stephen7627]

@@vaskoobscura_ yeah , and hope they release a better one before mk2

[@vaskoobscura_]

@@stephen7627 You and I both.

[@pixelscaper]

Magic Lantern can't get into the R5 or other R# cameras.

[@stephen7627]

@@pixelscaper for now yes they can't . . .

[@j.kimmer1509]

I'll be waiting for update 2.4.5 if NOT soon? then Sony here i COME!!!! I have $4k-$6K to spend....

[@vaskoobscura_]

I think you're looking for update R5mkII. I'm sure Canon is saving all the new tech for that camera.

[@RyanElliot]

Noo don’t plant that idea In their heads! i’m already surprised we don’t have to pay for a subscription to use the camera!

[@vaskoobscura_]

lol. Thanks for the comment.

[@jrnmiranda1]

So long for firmware version 2.0 to come out for the Canon R5 and then... very little, too little is offered in practical terms!!! ahhhhhh... Canon¿

[@vaskoobscura_]

100% agree. For a 2.0 update I was expecting a lot more.

[@johnw9831]

I wish Canon could take a lesson from companies like DJI. Their Firmware updates are like getting an all new piece of equipment. They think they own us and therefore force us into loyalty. I have thought about switching to Sony for this reason.

[@Mrdalejo2]

Bye Canon, no complaints with my new Sony FX 30 and FX3.

[@vaskoobscura_]

Thanks for the comment. Canon has lost a lot of customers to Sony that I know for sure. Canon has been making a lot of mistakes in my opinion. Thanks for the comment.

[@Lucidexplore]

I really love the way canon cameras feel but Song offers so much more flexibility and options.

[@timlongstudios]

I just want the freaking record time-limit removed!

[@vaskoobscura_]

I hear you. I think you'll have to wait for firmware R5mkII for that one.

[@petervanderpanne]

Such a shame that they use the real updates to release yet another new camera.

[@vaskoobscura_]

Totally agree. If they only realized that keeping customers happy is more important than profits margins the profits would roll in.

[@BelowZero]

They’re in business of making money and they thrive because people buy new cameras every 2 years.

[@joebidenisagayretard2410]

Wow it’s almost like how the entire technology sector is.

[@vaskoobscura_]

lol. True

[@airpilikia]

So I guess this update is useless? Should I waste my time updating?

[@vaskoobscura_]

Thanks for the comment. It’s always good to wait a month or so before updating firmware. If there are bugs let someone else find them. lol. But generally you want to keep up to date with firmware to ensure new lens compatibility. These cameras are more computer than camera these days.

[@airpilikia]

@@vaskoobscura_ Thanks. I'll wait a month or so.

[@spidersj12]

Ghost busters tremors and true lies. I bought an R5 rather than waiting for the R5 mk II, because I felt that Canon wouldn't offer any firmware updates for that new body without a subscription.

[@vaskoobscura_]

Nice job you got all three movies. You're the first one. A lot of us were hoping that Canon would update the R5 with a bigger update in firmware. I guess we'll have to wait for Magic Lantern to get into the firmware and open up the full capability of this camera.

[@ashstonk]

Canon what are you doin 😢

[@vaskoobscura_]

100% feel that.

[@simhawk3986]

I could see that going from a paid firmware to a sub model real quick. lol

[@vaskoobscura_]

Unfortunately you’re probably right. Can’t ever underestimate a companies desire to get overly greedy these days.

[@adnmultimedia]

You mean firmware 2.N0? lol

[@vaskoobscura_]

hahahahahahahaha. Good one. Wish I had thought of that before I made the video.

[@gpfeiffer1]

Why even bother with it?

[@vaskoobscura_]

For me personally I have to make these videos because it's part of the identity of the channel. But if you mean it the other way if I was not a KZbinr I wouldn't bother with the update.

[@bonOhm]

There's a reason why Canon is constantly losing market share to Sony... @Canon: keep ignoring your customers, see where that takes you 🤦‍♂

[@vaskoobscura_]

Sadly I 100% agree with you. I don't know what's happening over there at Canon but their business philosophy is so out dated and consumers these days don't respond to those old ways anymore. If anything modern consumers are turned off by old fashioned business practices. Thanks for the comment.

[@CwoodFPV]

Being a former product manager, its clear their development dollars are elsewhere...thanks canon for nothing lol. Vasko, don't jinx us on this charging for firmware business!!!!😂

[@vaskoobscura_]

hahahaha. I better delete the video before they see it. hahahah. :)

[@alexdoan7120]

I really disappointed, from now on I never buy any thing name canon

[@vaskoobscura_]

I wish these companies would realize that keeping their customers happy is what will bring them profits.

[@MarkW1210]

Please don't say "Have Canon given us.." It's a really bad grammar trend going on for the past few years. It's HAS Canon given us . . . .

[@marere.lightandpixels]

“Have canon GIVING us...”

[@adamlehner3232]

Had canon gave me?

[@ILLAILLS]

Canon us have given

[@RobertDodrill]

Ghostbusters, Tremors, True Lies

[@vaskoobscura_]

Boom! You got em all.

[@StarLightDotPhotos]

That pay for firmware upgrades sounds like some sony bullshit.

[@vaskoobscura_]

lol. Thanks for the comment.

[@keeganflahive1604]

It’s sad seeing canon give us all this garbage firmware updates while Nikon is giving the Z8 and Z9 awesome 2.0 firmware updates. Plus canon is going to release a mark 2 with the firmware updates and charge us $3500 again lol

[@vaskoobscura_]

100% agree. Canon needs to stop making themselves look so greedy. I slowly losing my positive feelings towards the brand.

[@josemhernandez8733]

sony is killing all of them!!!!!!!

[@vaskoobscura_]

Sony is killing it in everything but the most important thing. Color Science. I shot Sony for a bit had to switch away. Brown skin people have green hues in the skin, white people have an orange hue, blue skies have warm tones. Drove me nuts. The A7R4 is the only camera they've made where the colour science looks decent. Hopefully they keep improving.