Canon EOS R6 Mark III firmware

Firmware history

1. Version 1.1.2 Latest Released Oct 13, 2026 First seen Oct 14, 2026
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   Firmware Version 1.1.2 incorporates the following fix: Fixes an issue where image recording to the card may not complete.

   If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.1.2, it is not necessary to ​update the firmware.

   Please perform the firmware update with only the firmware file to be updated stored on the memory card.

   Preparations for a firmware update: After the downloaded compressed file (.dmg file) is extracted, a firmware folder is created.

   • Extracting the downloaded file: The downloaded folder is automatically extracted, and a firmware folder is created. If the download folder cannot be automatically extracted, double-click the folder. In the folder you downloaded are the firmware (R6311200. FIR / file size: 66,334,448 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. (The following is the history of past firmware updates.) Changes in version 1.1.0:

   1. Adds the ability to set [AF for close-up demos] during movie recording in [Mov​ie manual exp.], [Movie auto exposure], and other Creative Zone modes to allow for its use in combination with exposure and AF area settings.
   2. Adds the ability to set [grid display] during movie recording.
   3. Adds support for the Wireless Remote Controller BR-E2.
   4. Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).
   5. Fixes an issue that may cause image transfers to an FTP server to fail and for Err41 to be displayed.
   6. Fixes an issue that may impact the camera's shooting ability if the auto power-off function is activated during interval timer shooting.
   7. Fixes an issue that may cause the camera to not be recognized when connected to a smartphone via USB.
   8. Fixes an issue that may cause the movie digital IS metadata to be output incorrectly when recording movies at frame rates below 24 fps in [Slow&Fast Motion Movie] mode.
   9. Improves operational stability. Changes in version 1.0.2:
   10. Improves stability during automatic sensor cleaning at power on. Changes in version 1.0.1:
   11. Fixes an issue that, in rare instances, may prevent certain CFexpress cards from being formatted in the camera.
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2. Version 1.1.0 Released Jul 7, 2026 First seen Jul 22, 2026
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   Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:

   1. Adds the ability to set [AF for close-up demos] during movie recording in [Movie manual exp.], [Movie auto exposure], and other Creative Zone modes to allow for its use in combination with exposure and AF area settings.
   2. Adds the ability to set [grid display] during movie recording.
   3. Adds support for the Wireless Remote Controller BR-E2.
   4. Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).
   5. Fixes an issue that may cause image transfers to an FTP server to fail and for Err41 to be displayed.
   6. Fixes an issue that may impact the ca​mera's shooting ability if the auto power-off function is activated during interval timer shooting.
   7. Fixes an issue that may cause the camera to not be recognized when connected to a smartphone via USB.
   8. Fixes an issue that may cause the movie digital IS metadata to be output incorrectly when recording movies at frame rates below 24 fps in [Slow&Fast Motion Movie] mode.
   9. Improves operational stability. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.1.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Please perform the firmware update with only the firmware file to be updated stored on the memory card. Notes: Users manual in the WEB is updated accordingly. Please download the manual as well as the latest firmware. You can download it from the official WEB site. Preparations for a firmware update: After the downloaded compressed file (.zip) is extracted, a firmware folder is created.

   • Extracting the downloaded file: Right-click the zip file, and then select Extract All to extract the file. In the folder you downloaded are the firmware (R6311000. FIR​ / file size: 66,334,800 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. (The following is the history of past firmware updates.) Changes in version 1.0.2:

   1. Improves stability during automatic sensor cleaning at power on. Changes in version 1.0.1:
   2. Fixes an issue that, in rare instances, may prevent certain CFexpress cards from being formatted in the camera.
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3. Version 1.0.2 Released Dec 16, 2025 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   Firmware Version 1.0.2 incorporates the following fix:

   1. Improves stability during automatic sensor cleaning at power on. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.0.2, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Please perform the firmware update with only the firmware fil​e to be updated stored on the memory card. Preparations for a firmware update: After the downloaded compressed file (.dmg file) is extracted, a firmware folder is created.

   • Extracting the downloaded file: The downloaded folder is automatically extracted, and a firmware folder is created. If the download folder cannot be automatically extracted, double-click the folder. In the folder you downloaded are the firmware (R6310200. FIR / file si​ze: 66,176,128 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. (The following is the history of past firmware updates.) Changes in version 1.0.1:

   1. Fixes an issue that, in rare instances, may prevent certain CFexpress cards from being formatted in the camera.
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4. Version 1.0.1 Released Nov 14, 2025 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   Firmware Version 1.0.1 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:

   1. Fixes an issue that, in rare instances, may prevent certain CFexpress cards from being formatted in ​the camera. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.0.1, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Please perform the firmware update with only the firmware file to be updated stored on the memory card. Preparations for a firmware update: After the downloaded compressed file (.dmg file) is extracted, a firmware folder is created.

   • Extracting the downloaded file: The downloaded folder is automatically extracted, and a firmware folder is created. If the download folder cannot be automatically extracted, double-click the folder. In the folder you downloaded are the firmware (R6310100. FIR / file size: 66,176,096 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. (The following is the history of past firmware updates) Firmware Version 1.0.1 is the first update to be released.
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