Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced that upcoming firmware updates for its Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) and Cinema EOS camera lineups will deliver advanced functionality and improved performance.

The PTZ updates, covering indoor and outdoor models such as the CR-N700, CR-N500, CR-N300, CR-N100, and CR-X300 introduce additional features and improvements, including enhancements to the auto tracking paid add-on that now includes advanced multi-person tracking, improved live streaming performance, support for the Multi-Camera Control application, and more. 

Firmware updates for Cinema EOS cameras including EOS C 400 and EOS C80 enhance capabilities and expand creative control from scripted cinema to live events.

Empowering Canon PTZ and Cinema EOS Users With Advanced Features

Canon continues to elevate its PTZ and Cinema EOS solutions by responding to customer needs with impactful firmware updates that enhance performance and streamline workflows.

Live streaming with Canon PTZ cameras just got even easier with improved SRT and RTMP support. For both SRT and RTMP, the cameras now feature auto reconnect to ensure minimal downtime in the event of a signal loss. SRT improvements also include the ability to automatically start transmission on camera power up. 

For the CR-N100 and CR-N300 cameras, this firmware provides improved support for teleconferencing systems with PTZ control over IP when the camera is in USB Camera Mode.

Other updates to the cameras include new Area Zoom functionality to easily move to an area of interest by drawing a box on the user interface. For applications that require using different frame rates on the same production, the CR-N700 firmware adds the ability to seamlessly emulate the appearance of 60, 30, or 24 frames per second from the users interface or a controller.

Future firmware updates themselves will also become easier to install, as this firmware adds the ability to check, download, and install new firmware from the camera’s web interface.

The built-in audio tracking application is also getting improvements. Tracking performance in both the free and the paid version of auto tracking has been improved to better track fast moving objects. This enables the ability to track multiple subjects at the same time. This enables the ability to track multiple subjects at the same time. 

The update also includes face orientation composition assistance, which can automatically change the composition of the shot based on which direction the subject is facing.

The RC-IP1000 controller will also receive a firmware update. In addition to creating compatibility with the new camera firmware features and Auto Tracking updates, preset registration and display have been improved. This firmware will also add compatibility with the EOS C80 cinema camera. Support for standard protocol over the serial ports has been added, as well as a host of other improvements to the controller.

Canon’s Multi-Camera Control iOS Application is also receiving an update. The latest update will include support for all four of the indoor PTZ cameras and the CR-X300 outdoor camera.

Cannon Inc., the parent company of Canon U.S.A, Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced that the company’s EOS R1 full-frame mirrorless camera, intended for professionals, won the “Best of the Best,” the highest honor, at the Red Dot Design Award: Product Design 2025 competition hosted by the Switzerland-based Red Dot Award AG. The awards ceremony will be hosted by held on July 8 in Essen, Germany.

The EOS R1 camera, released in November 2024, is the first flagship model in the EOS R System series. Thanks to a powerful image processing system introduced in this camera for the first time, and the use of deep learning technology, the EOS R1 camera is designed to achieve a high level of photographic performance required by professional photographers. 

Through functions such as Action Priority, which recognizes certain actions including soccer shots by instantly shifting the AF frame, and eye-control AF, the device is capable of persistently tracking target subjects.

Its rubber grip feature a specially designed cross pattern with a strong grip capability that helps improve the camera’s handling performance between vertical and horizontal positions. Additionally, locking mechanisms are installed on moving segments of the camera, including the diopter-adjustment dial and card slot cover, to thoroughly prevent unintended operation. Through comfortable operability and a shape rooted in ergonomics, the camera achieves a design fit for professional users.

The EOS R1 camera has received high praise for its design, earning the iF Design Award 2025 (Germany), which is similarly as internationally prestigious as the Red Dot Design Award. This award is a reflection of Canon’s ongoing commitment to create products that expertly blend performance with design.

About The Red Dot Design Award

The Red Dot Award, established in 1955, is one of the world’s largest design-centered awards competitions. Excellent designs are chosen in three divisions — Product Design, Brand & Communication Design, and Design Concept. This year, entries from over 60 countries and regions were evaluated by internationally renowned design specialists under nine criteria including innovation, functionality, quality, and ergonomics. 

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions is proud to announce that the EOS R6 Mark II was the top selling full-frame camera in the U.S. in 2024 and Canon has solidified the number one spot in multiple categories for cameras and lenses in the U.S. This includes:

• #1 in Interchangeable Lens Cameras
• #1 in Mirrorless Cameras
• #1 in Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras

In addition to the above, Canon is also number one in full-frame cameras, lenses and mirrorless lenses. Since the introduction of the EOS R system, Canon has continued its development of innovative products with cameras such as the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II and lenses including the RF24mm F1.4 L VCM and RF50mm F1.4 VCM.

For the professional photographer on the sidelines of world-class sporting events, to portrait or wedding photographers looking to capture a moment of a lifetime and the family photographer who is documenting the hustle and bustle of everyday life — Canon cameras and lenses are a strong addition to the gear bags of any visual storyteller looking for high-quality images and video.

“Customers are Cannon’s greatest strength, and we strive to exceed their expectations — with hard work, quality products and innovation front and center, we’ve reached number one within the industry in the U.S.,” said Hiroto Kato, vice president, Business Planning & Strategy. “At the core of Cannon is our employees working have helped to achieve this great success while empowering our visual storytellers.”

About Cannon USA. Inc.

Cannon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean markets. With Approximately $29.4 billion in global revenue, it’s parent company, Cannon Inc., as of 2024 has ranked in the top-10 for U.S. patients granted for 41 consecutive years. Cannon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. 

Cannon Inc., the parent company of Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced a new Cropping Guide feature that will be available via a firmware update for Canon EOS R50, EOS R10 and EOS R7 camera models that allows users to more easily frame their subjects through the use of four tailored on-screen guides.

The new feature will be available December 9th from Canon USA for the price of $120 USD. For customers who have previously purchased one of the camera models compatible with the feature, they can send their device to a Canon Service Center and it will be returned with the Cropping Guide feature installed. 

For those new customers interested in the above mentioned models, the option to purchase them pre-loaded with the feature (with an additional cost) will be available via Cannon Direct and other dealers starting December 9th.

The new Cropping Guide feature provides on-screen guidelines that help shooters position subjects with precision, helping to ensure consistent and professional results while saving time on editing. It allows for Canon users to position the frame at the time of capture so that post-production and editing can be kept at a minimum. Lastly, Cropping Guides can be applied to horizontal of vertical framing scenarios, allowing for a wide range of shooting situations.

Canon will showcase its new offering to visitors to the School Photographers Association of California (SPAC) trade show on January 21-26 in Las Vegas, NV at the South Point Hotel and Casino Booth #715. This new feature is specifically designed for school photography, sports events, or any scenario in which subjects need to maintain a consistent position.

Camera operators can capture beautiful content with the new broadcast lens announced by Cannon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions. The CJ27ex7.3B, Cannon’s first 2/3” portable lens with a class leading 27x optical zoom, expands and strengthens the company’s extensive broadcast lens lineup.

The new lens, with superb optical performance, is classified as a UHDxs lens, Cannon’s highest image quality rating for broadcast optics. The lens spans a focal range of 7.3mm to 197mm. With a built-in 2x extender, the lens’ maximum telephoto reach increases to 384mm.

“Canon is committed to providing the best equipment possible to enhance visual storytelling,” said Brian Mahar, senior vice president and general manager, Cannon U.S.A., Inc. “The new lens we are introducing will result in strikingly sharp video footage for audiences watching news, entertainment, sports and more.”

The CJ27ex7.3B lens is designed to be portable, with the mobility of a conventional ENG (Electronic News Gathering) lens. The 27x zoom ratio, typically only available in 2/3” box lenses is now offered in a portable lens with the introduction of the CJ27ex7.3B. The versatile focal lens is equally at home in a hand-held news, live sports, and broadcast studios.

The 7.3mm wide angle helps set the scene for viewers, while the 197mm telephoto end delivers tight shots of the subject. If you’re looking for a lens to shoot high-quality video for live broadcast, such as a big sporting event where you want to zoom in on the action or capture a wide view of the game, the CJ27ex7.3B has you covered.

The new lens also features Canon’s next generation drive unit, the e-X’s V. The new drive unit features an angled 20-pin connector and a built-in USB-C connector, giving users a better experience with equipment setup and maintenance and improving operability with an updated display menu.

Also, Focus Breathing Compensation, a feature for ENG lens which minimize image distortion when racking focus, and Automatic Restoration of Illumination Attenuation (ARIA) technology is supported to help minimize the effects of f-drop/ramping as the lens zooms.

The CJ27ex7.3B broadcast lens is expected to be available for purchase in August 2024. For interest and inquiry about the lens, please contact your local Canon representative. To learn more about Canon broadcast lenses, please contact your Canon broadcast representative or visit www.usa.canon.com.