Archive for Firmware Update

Samsung Announces NX Series Camera Firmware Upgrade

April 22, 2011 – PRESS SUMMARY – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, announced firmware upgrades for two products within Samsung’s NX compact system camera range – the NX100 and NX10. The upgrade will give a unified user experience for the full NX range and provide enhanced features for existing customers.

Following the availability of the innovative i-Function lens feature on both models, the latest upgrades are set to make the cameras even more convenient for the photographer to use, bringing added value to Samsung’s NX range customers and putting the perfect picture at their fingertips.

Samsung NX100

Users of the NX100 and NX10 cameras can now benefit from the availability of the Panorama Shot in Scene Mode, using the camera’s wide angle lens to capture even more within their landscape images.

In addition, when using the 50-200mm II lens with the cameras, they will now be able to benefit from Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) which can be easily selected by using the menu system on the camera’s screen – resulting in hassle-free, crisp and clear images. Read More→

Canon EOS 7D Firmware Update Version 1.2.2

Canon LogoJuly 22, 2010 – Canon just released a firmware update for the EOS 7D. Firmware version 1.2.2 incorporates the following fixes:

  1. Fixes a phenomenon in which the set aperture moves when shooting movies in manual exposure mode using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses).
  2. Fixes the AF point-selection behavior of the C.Fn III-7 (Manual AF pt. selec. pattern) custom function when set to [1].
  3. Fixes the AF point display for the viewfinder electronic level when shooting in the vertical position.
  4. Corrects misspellings in the Spanish and Thai menus for applicable products.

The Version 1.2.2 firmware is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.2.1. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.2.2, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Note that cameras with the Version 1.2.2 firmware (and also Versions 1.2.0, 1.2.1) cannot be downgraded to a previous firmware version (such as Version 1.1.0).

Here’s a link for more information and to download the EOS 7D firmware update version 1.2.2.

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Sony Adds 3D Capabilities to the NEX-5 and NEX-3 Cameras

Sony LogoJuly 8, 2010 – PRESS SUMMARY – A new firmware update brings the excitement of 3D shooting to the NEX-5/NEX-3 interchangeable lens cameras.

Sony NEX-5 and NEX-3

Sony NEX-5 and NEX-3

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Canon EOS 5D Mark II Firmware 2.0.7 Update

Canon LogoMay 26, 2010 – Canon has released a new firmware update for the EOS 5D Mark II. Version 2.0.7 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 2.0.4. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 2.0.7, it is not necessary to update.

The firmware incorporates the following improvements and fixes:

  1. Fixes a phenomenon in which the aperture exhibits abnormal movement when shooting movies in manual exposure mode and Aperture Priority AE (Av mode) using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses).
  2. Fixes a phenomenon in which the exposure level shown in the LCD panel differs from what is shown in the viewfinder when shooting still images in manual exposure mode.
  3. Fixes a phenomenon in which the Wireless File Transmitter (WFT-E4 or WFT-E4 II B) may not automatically power off when used for FTP transfers.

These phenomena only occur with the Version 2.0.4 and Version 2.0.3 firmware.

Here’s a link to download firmware Version 2.0.7

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Olympus PEN Firmware Update

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April 27, 2010 – Olympus released a new firmware update that will improve the operation of all three Olympus PEN cameras in the market to date; the E-P1, E-P2 and the newest member of the PEN family,
the E-PL1.

Olympus PEN Cameras

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Firmware Update for Olympus E-P1, E-P2 and E-PL1

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April 15, 2010

PRESS RELEASE

Olympus Firmware Update Improves Autofocus Performance for Pen Series Cameras:
E-P1, E-P2 and E-PL1

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., April 15, 2010 – Olympus today announces the release of new firmware that improves auto focus performance for still images and high-definition (HD) video recording for the Olympus PEN E-P1, E-P2 and E-PL1 cameras. The firmware update will also enable the menu and recorded image to be displayed on the E-P2 and E-PL1 LCD while the VF-2 electronic viewfinder is in use. Read More→