EOS R7 Firmware Version 1.6.0

Firmware Version 1.6.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1 Enables functions to be used without limitation in conjunction with the new Battery Pack LP-E6P. This makes it possible to shoot at the same continuous shooting speed as when using LP-E6NH. In-camera charging of LP-E6P is also supported.

2 Adds the ability to select [WPA2] and [WPA3] as a secured protocol.

3 Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).

4 The following issues have been fixed 4-1 Fixes an issue, in which when SPEEDLITE EL-5, EL-10 is attached, the "Accessory unavailable status" message may be displayed when restarting after the camera has gone into Auto Power Off. (Only occurs with firmware Ver.1.5.0) 4-2 Fixes an issue, in which when performing shooting in high-speed continuous shooting + mode with the [Highlight Tone Priority] option set to [ON], focus may not be achieved when certain ISO speed settings are used.

If the camera's firmware is already Version1.6.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

The User Manual on our website has been updated accordingly. Please download the User Manual as well as the latest firmware. You can download it from the official website.

Q&A Section:
Preparations for the firmware update:
In the folder you downloaded are the firmware (EOSR7160.FIR / file size: 71,237,312 bytes) and instructions on the firmware update procedures (a PDF file in five languages: Japanese, English, French, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese). Before starting the firmware update operations, please be sure to carefully review the instructions to confirm your understanding of the firmware update procedures.

Firmware download link:

https://www.canon.com.au/cameras/eos-r7/support?option=drivers