Just Released: Canon EOS 60D Firmware Version 1.1.0
Release Notes:
Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following fixes and improvements.
1. Fixes a phenomenon where the wireless built-in flash settings are reset to defaults when the battery is removed from the camera.
2. Fixes an intermittent phenomenon where image-rotation information is not recognized correctly when shooting with the camera in the vertical position depending on the timing of the shutter release.
New Arca Clamp design to reduce weight and increase compatibility with rails from various manufacturers. Available in 3 different sizes, each size with two different knob options.
Vertical Panoramic Rail - by adding a Clamp and 90° Block, compatible Hejnar Rails can be converted into Vertical Rails for Panoramic Photographers.
Just Released: Canon EOS 50D Firmware Version 1.0.8
Release Notes:
Firmware Version 1.0.8 incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
1. Improves the writing/reading speeds when using UDMA 7-compatible CF cards.
2. Fixes incorrect indications in the Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Arabic, Swedish, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai and Turkish menu screens.
06/03/2011 - New Gimbals From Wimberley: Wimberley have just sent out a news release, a full copy of which can be found below. Wimberley makes outstanding products, we've used their Sidekick and Telephoto Flash Brackets extensively in all weathers, and their Gimbal products are relied upon by many of the big-name pro's. The new product set introduces a Side-Mount Gimbal.
The case for using side-mounted gimbals is compelling: not only do you have to haul around less weight (the side-mount is about a full pound lighter), but it also has better vibration control (by eliminating an arm from a full gimbal setup, and thus the vibration associated with it). On the downside, you loose the height adjustment to perfectly balance your lens, and it can be harder to mount larger telephoto lenses in a side mount Gimbal.
In addition to the new Side-Mount Gimbal, Wimberley have also released a kit to convert your existing Wimberley Version II Gimbal into a Side Mount, and an arm to allow the Side Mount to be used as a full Gimbal, covering all the bases.
Just Released: Canon EOS 5D Mark II Firmware Version 2.0.9
Release Notes:
Firmware Version 2.0.9 incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
1. Improves writing/reading speeds when using UDMA 7-compatible CF cards.
2. Fixes a phenomenon where the IS function will not work when custom function C.Fn III-2 is set to [5: IS start] and the lens attached does not have an AF stop button. This is because custom function C.Fn III-2 allows users to assign IS start to the AF stop button on the lens
3. Corrects misspellings in the menu screens displayed in Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish, and Thai languages.
05/26/2011 - Hejnar PHOTO Lens Support Systems: Hejnar PHOTO has released a two new Adjustable Length Lens Support Systems for owners of large Telephoto Lenses.
The Single Side Lens Support System:
The Double Side Lens Support System:
Both lens support systems feature sliders that adjusts to better fit and give optimal support to your specific telephoto lens. The single sided Lens Support System gives your lens 2 points of support (the lens foot and a forward support), and for really big telephotos and/or maximum support the double sided Lens Support System gives 3 points of support for maximum stability: the lens foot, forward of the lens, and rearward towards the camera body.
Just Released: Canon EOS T3i 600D Firmware Version 1.0.1
Release Notes:
Changes in this firmware: Firmware Version 1.0.1 incorporates the following fixes and changes. 1. Clarifies the feature guide description of the digital zoom function for movie-shooting that appears on the camera's LCD monitor. 2. Fixes a phenomenon in which, in rare cases, a computer connected to the camera with a USB cable cannot recognize the camera. The Firmware Version 1.0.1 is for cameras with firmware up to version 1.0.0. If the camera's firmware is already version 1.0.1, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Q&A section: Preparations for the Firmware Update: In the folder for the firmware you downloaded are the firmware (file name: CCF11101.FIR, file size: 12,232,076 bytes) and instructions for the firmware update procedures (a PDF file in five languages: Japanese, English, French, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese). Before starting the firmware update procedures, please be sure to carefully confirm your understanding of these instructions. Q: What has changed in Firmware Version 1.0.1? A: The following fixes and changes have been incorporated. 1. Clarifies the feature guide description of the digital zoom function for movie-shooting that appears on the camera's LCD monitor 2. Fixes a phenomenon in which, in rare cases, a computer connected to the camera with a USB cable cannot recognize the camera.
Just Released: Canon EOS 7D Firmware Version 1.2.5
Release Notes:
Firmware Version 1.2.5 incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
1. Fixed a rare phenomenon in which there were rare cases where movie files taken could not be opened when repeatedly shooting movies with specific CF cards.
2. Fixed a rare phenomenon in which there were cases where "Err 02" appeared when repeatedly shooting still images with specific CF cards.
3. Fixed a phenomenon that occurred when using high-capacity (32 GB or greater) CF cards: If either a CF card with only a little available space remaining or the battery was removed and then reinserted into the camera, and then the user attempted to start shooting movies immediately, shooting would stop.
4. Improved the writing/reading speeds when using UDMA 7-compatible CF cards.
5. Fixed a phenomenon that occurred when custom function C.Fn 4-1 was set to assign IS start to the AF stop button on the lens: When used with lenses that do not have an AF stop button, the IS function would not work.
6. Corrected some mistakes in the menu screens displayed in Arabic and Portuguese. (This applies to models in overseas markets. The models for the Japanese market do not display those languages.)
Noise reduction processing is now performed with shutter speeds slower than 1 s (previously 8 s) when On is selected for Long Exp. NR in order to reduce the bright spots that occur with shooting still images at slow shutter speeds.
An issue that prevented the opening of movies recorded with the D7000 in certain movie editing software applications has been resolved.
When the camera was connected to a television via the A/V cable and a movie was played back, playback was normal the first time but when the movie was played two or more times, the sound was played back at extremely low volume and seemed to play intermittently. This issue has been resolved.
When white balance for RAW images created using the camera’s image overlay function was fine tuned with Capture NX 2 or ViewNX 2, the images acquired a magenta cast. This issue has been resolved.
An issue that caused 0.00” to be displayed for heading information when the GP-1 GPS unit was connected to the camera has been resolved so that ---.-- is now displayed.
When Viewfinder virtual horizon was the role assigned to the Fn button or the preview button and the applicable button was pressed, errors in the virtual horizon indicator were displayed. This issue has been resolved.
The following errors in Help displays have been resolved.
- “Maximum sensitivity” help was displayed for shooting menu>ISO sensitivity settings>On or Off help.
- German help displayed “Select focus priority for AF-S mode.” for Custom Settings>a1: AF-C priority selection help.
If you are a landscape, macro or architectural photographer, chances are you are using a geared head for precise framing of your subject. Two of the most popular geared heads are the Manfrotto 405 and Manfrotto 410, neither of which are compatible with the Arca-Swiss type Plates and L-Brackets used by the majority of pro and advanced photographers. The new M405 from converts these two heads to work with any Arca-Swiss compatible plate, rail or bracket.
04/06/2011 - Introducing the Nikon D5100: The much anticipated Nikon D5100 has finally been announced, and with its 16mp sensor, 920k dot LCD screen and 1080p video represents a major step forward.
Just Released: Canon EOS 60D Firmware Version 1.0.9
Release Notes:
Firmware Firmware Version 1.0.9 incorporates the following fixes and changes.
Changes the name of the feature called “Art Filters” to
“Creative Filters” (which is used in markets other than Japan) in the
Japanese version to make the terms consistent. (This change only applies to
the Japanese version and does not apply to other language versions.
Fixes a phenomenon where the camera may operate
abnormally when it is set to Quick Mode AF during Live View shooting
immediately after capturing an image with the C.Fn II-1 Long exposure noise
reduction setting set to [2: On] and a shutter speed setting of 5 seconds or
more.
Fixes a phenomenon where the camera may operate
abnormally when after Live View shooting, the remote switch on the EOS
Utility screen is pressed to immediately start movie-shooting. This
phenomenon only occurs when the camera is connected to a compatible personal
computer and the Remote Live View function of EOS Utility software is being
used.
Just Released: Canon EOS 1D Mark IV Firmware Version 1.08
Release Notes:
Firmware Version 1.0.8 incorporates the following fixes.
Fixes a phenomenon in which the set aperture moves unexpectedly when shooting movies in manual exposure mode using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses).
Corrects misspellings in the French and Spanish menus for applicable products.
Just Released: Canon EOS 5D Mark II Firmware Version 2.0.8
Release Notes:
This firmware update (Version 2.0.8) incorporates the following changes and fixes.
Fixes a phenomenon in which movies are not taken at the shooting mode registered in the user's settings if a shooting mode Aperture priority (or Shutter priority) is registered in any of the camera's user settings (C1, C2, C3) and the user attempts to shoot a movie.
Fixes a phenomenon in which the shutter will not release when pressing the shutter button when the auto power off function is set to "on".
Fixes a phenomenon in which overexposure occurs when shooting a Live View shooting simulation with the ISO speed set to L.
Fixes a phenomenon in which the settings of the Speedlite transmitter ST-E2 revert to the default settings when both the camera and the ST-E2 are set to auto power off.
Fixes a phenomenon in which the Macro Ring Lite (MR-14EX, MT-24EX) and slave flash do not sync while shooting wirelessly.
Just Released: Canon EOS 60D Firmware Version 1.0.8
Release Notes:
The following fix have been incorporated.
Fixes a phenomenon in which captured images may become overexposed when using the camera's built-in flash or an external Speedlite in combination with the lenses listed below:*
a) EF300/4 L IS USM
b) EF28-135/3.5-5.6 IS USM
c) EF75-300/4-5.6 IS USM
d) EF100-400/4.5-5.6 L IS USM
Just Released: Canon EOS 7D Firmware Version 1.2.3
Release Notes:
The following fixes have been incorporated.
Fixes a phenomenon in which the settings of the Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 revert to the default settings when both the camera and the ST-E2 are set to auto power off.
Fixes a phenomenon in which the Macro Ring Lite (MR-14EX, MT24-EX) and slave flashes do not sync while shooting wirelessly.
Just Released: Canon EOS Rebel T2i 550D Firmware Version 1.0.9
Release Notes:
Firmware version 1.0.9 incorporates the following fixes.
Fixes a phenomenon in which tone jumps become noticeable in some images, depending on the shooting scene, when shooting with the Auto Lighting Optimizer settings (Low / Standard / Strong).
Just Released: Canon Rebel XS Firmware Version 1.0.7
Release Notes:
Firmware Version 1.0.7 incorporates the following fixes.
Fixes a rare phenomenon in which "Cannot create folder" is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor, after which shooting is no longer possible with the SD card in your camera.
A magenta tint was present at the bottom of still images captured at high sensitivities after shooting in live view mode or recording movies for an extended length of time. The occurrence of this magenta tint has been reduced.
When images captured with continuous shooting in live view mode were played back, in some very rare cases, some of the images were not properly displayed. This issue has been resolved.
When shooting in live view mode with AF-area mode set to Subject-tracking AF, in some very rare cases, the focus point slipped off the subject with autofocusing after the intended tracking subject had been selected. This issue has been resolved.
When images edited using camera retouch functions were played back in calendar playback mode, they were assigned to dates based not on the date of capture, but rather the date on which they were edited. This issue has been resolved.
When white balance for RAW images created using the camera’s image overlay function was fine tuned with Capture NX 2 or ViewNX 2, the images acquired a magenta cast. This issue has been resolved.
A portion of the error message displayed when live view mode could not be initiated because the camera’s internal temperature was too high has been revised.
When Noise reduction in the shooting menu is set to On, operation is as follows.
Processing to reduce noise is performed at all ISO sensitivity settings. Noise reduction is especially effective with shooting at high ISO sensitivities.
Processing to reduce noise is performed immediately after shooting in any of the situations noted below. While processing to reduce noise is performed, "Job nr" blinks in the viewfinder display. Shooting is not possible until "Job nr" is no longer displayed. The time required for noise reduction processing is roughly equal to the shutter speed used to capture the image.
Shooting at shutter speeds slower than approximately 8 seconds
Shooting at high ISO sensitivities when the internal temperature of the camera is high
The Help information displayed for the Noise reduction item in the shooting menu has also been revised in accordance with these modifications.
The Distortion Control Data firmware upgrade is available for Nikon D90 and D5000 cameras only. This is used to correct barrel and pincushion distortion during shooting and editing. This may be loaded into cameras that support distortion control.
Fixes the following issue: Bright spots were sometimes noticeable with live view mode or movie recording of especially dark scenes or subjects. Occurrence of this issue has been reduced.
The Distortion Control Data firmware upgrade is available for Nikon D90 and D5000 cameras only. This is used to correct barrel and pincushion distortion during shooting and editing. This may be loaded into cameras that support distortion control.
