Canon EOS-1D Mark III firmware V 1.1.3

Canon has released firmware version 1.1.3 for its EOS-1D Mark III DSLR. Available now via Canon Japan’s website, the update increased transmission speed when using high-speed SD cards, improves AF-tracking in certain situations and fixes a couple of bugs. Click through for a list of changes and the all-important download link.

This Version 1.1.3 firmware is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.1.1. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.1.3, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

You can check the version of your current camera’s firmware by press the MENU button, and turn the Main Dial to select Set-up 3 menu (yellow). The current firmware version will be displayed in the Firmware section of that menu.

Firmware specification changes

This firmware update (Version 1.1.3) incorporates the following improvements and fixes.

1. Increases transmission speed when using high-speed SD cards.
2. Fixes a phenomenon involving not being able to release the shutter.
3. Improves AF tracking in specific conditions.
4. Corrects errors in the Spanish and Korean menu screens.

Version 1.1.0 changes:

1. Improves the look of images when played back on the LCD monitor.

   Applies a slightly stronger sharpness setting to the LCD monitor when images are played back.

2. Countermeasures for Main Dial response errors (Main, Quick Control, Vertical-grip Main).

   Fixes a rare response error in the Main Dials in which they either did not respond when rotated or would change several clicks’ worth even if only clicked once.

3. Reduces the tendency to autofocus on the background instead of the main subject when shooting in AI Servo AF under certain conditions.

   Reduces the tendency of the camera to autofocus on high-contrast backgrounds when shooting in conditions where AF detection is difficult, such as when the main subject is not completely covered by the AF frames or if the main subject’s contrast is low.

4. Corrects errors in the Italian and Simplified Chinese menu screens.
5. Fixes a rare phenomenon in which the camera cannot start normally when the battery is inserted.

   Fixes a rare phenomenon in which the camera cannot start normally when the battery is inserted, such as after replacing the battery. This phenomenon sometimes occurred with the version 1.0.9 firmware when the battery was inserted into the camera due to the camera’s communication timing. The occurrences were extremely rare, and abnormal operation could be fixed by reloading the battery.

The version 1.1.0 firmware incorporates countermeasures for this phenomenon.

Click here for further information or to download the update

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