Firmware Version 2.2.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially.
• Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings.
*For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon.
2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and new firmware is made available on Canon servers.
3. Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).
4. Adds a function that simultaneously protects images when they are rated.
5. Adds the ability to use up to 8TB of CFexpress cards.
Note:
- Cards larger than 8TB require low-level formatting by the camera.
- Cards larger than 8TB are treated as 8TB cards.
- Cards larger than 2TB cannot be used for firmware updating.
6. Adds compatibility for Peripheral Coordinated Control with RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM lens.
• With RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM, Peripheral Coordinated Control only applies to still photo shooting.
7. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur during Bluetooth communication due to interference from other Bluetooth devices.
8. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur when repeatedly shooting in the "High-speed continuous shooting +" mode.
9. Fixes an issue in which HDMI output may momentarily stop when [Screen Off] is activated in the Power Saving settings.
Contact a support representative regarding use of the Software Development Kit for digital cameras.
If the camera's firmware is already Ver2.2.0, 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 (EOSR5220.FIR / file size: 54608288 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-r5/support?option=drivers