Coming Soon
The new firmware for the 5D Mark II will arrive the week of March 17, 2010. This seems to be close to the NAB show.
The information briefly appeared on the Canon UK web site, it’s now gone at the URL I was given.
Features
Live Histogram for Video
Sound Level Control
24p/25p
No word on 60fps yet.
I’ve also heard there may be sound level meters, count this feature as a CR2 rumor.
More info on the subject to come.
cr
Firmware 1.1.0
Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following fixes and improvements.
Firmware Version 1.1.0 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.0.9. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.1.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/firm-e/eosdigital6/firmware.html
Announcements
The press event turned out to be a workshop for the T2i according to DigitalREV
We did officially get the new ImagePROGRAF printers.
1Ds4 & More
Chalk this up to a learning experience. If there’s no news, there’s a big reason for that. I had no CR3 sources saying anything. I do apologize.
Site Issues
So, the new hosting service isn’t working out either. I have hired someone to explore my needs to get it right next time. I just can’t know everything.
cr
*UPDATE*
This info apparently comes from the Super Meet event in San Francisco. Canon is a sponsor of the event.
This information isn’t official from Canon that I can find.
Not in February…
We’re told the 5D Mark II feature firmware update will not be available in February. Another thing not in line for the firmware is 720p mode.
Thanks Andrew
cr
From inside the 1D Mark IV 1.0.6 Firmware
52b2b6 [GYO]CameraModleID = K252 = 500d
52b2d6 [GYO]CameraModleID = K215 = 1ds 3
52b2f2 [GYO]CameraModleID = K169 = 1d m3
52b30e [GYO]CameraModleID = K176 = 450d
52b32a [GYO]CameraModleID = K190 = 40d
52b346 [GYO]CameraModleID = K218 = 5d m2
52b362 [GYO]CameraModleID = K250 = 7d
52b56e [GYO]CameraModleID = K270 = unknown!!!
52b58a [GYO]CameraModleID = K261 = 50d
52b5a6 [GYO]CameraModleID = K281 = 1d m4
52b5c2 [GYO]CameraModleID = K287 = unknown !!!
52b5de [GYO]CameraModleID = K254 = 1000d
52b5fa [GYO]CameraModleID = OTHER
Model ID’s are from http://www.sno.phy.queensu.ca.
I’m literally pulled over other side of the road making this post. I haven’t had time to check this info out. Have at her.
Isn’t USB internet great? The iPad would have actually been handy right now. :)
thanks ARM
cr
This firmware update (Version 1.0.6) incorporates the following enhancement.
Firmware Version 1.0.6 enhances the AF tracking performance.*
*AF performance has been enhances for receding subjects and for subjects that are approaching at a low speed.
Firmware Version 1.0.6 is for cameras with firmware up to version 1.0.4. If the camera’s firmware is already version 1.0.6, it is not necessary to update the firmware. (Please note that there is no Firmware Version 1.0.5.)
cr
Coming in February?
if you look at the right of the following link, you’ll see the 5D Mark II with the firmware update under the raffle prizes.
Marketing (i.e viral linking to them) or do they actually know something?
Forum discussion at Cinema5D
http://www.cinema5d.com/viewtopic.php?f=56&t=9121
Thanks Mathias
cr
well, almost everyone.
The following firmware is said to update these cameras to work with the WFT-E2 II.
The 5D Mark II gets an added fix, see the note.
1Ds Mark III: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/eos1dsm3/firmware-e.html
1D Mark III: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eos1dm3/firmware.html
5D Mark II: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/firm-e/eos5dmk2/firmware.html
*note: Corrects a phenomenon in which visible noise may appear in images taken by continuous Bulb shooting.
WFT-E2/ E2A: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/wft/wfte2-firmware-e.html
Stealth Upgrades?
I’m not sure if anyone has ever confirmed a Canon firmware update to include undisclosed tweaks and fixes. Anyone know for sure?
thanks Ray
cr
From a Chinese Forum
New Firmware Version?
Apparently the new version doesn’t add the new functionality we’ve all been waiting for.
Forum Link: http://translate.google.de/…..
I did receive an email a couple days ago saying we’d see a new firmware for the 5D Mark II to make it compatible with the WFT-E4 II. That new firmware should appear any day now I’m told.
thanks Michael & marco
cr
Screenshot Image
This image is actually from the 1D Mark IV. So does that cast some doubt on 60fps @ 720p being available in the 5D Mark II firmware update?
thanks Tom
Still 2010
5D Mark II Menu System with new Firmware | photo: Planet5D
The new firmware for the 5D Mark II will not only feature 24p, but there will also be a 720p @ 60fps mode.
I neglected reporting on this because I just figured that was a given. I’ve received numerous tips on this.
Can-Do Film Festival
Philip Bloom has announced a film festival focusing on films made with Canon hybrid DSLR’s.
Read more at Planet5D: http://blog.planet5d.com/….
cr
Fixed!
Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following fixes.
Feel free to spray and pray on those birds now!
Download: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/firm-e/eos7d/firmware.html
I chuckled a little at the “barely noticeable”.
Thanks Rob
cr
