I would bet good money that there WON'T be any significant firmware updates to the R6 II now that the R6 III is released. But that's okay. I think the R6 II is still a viable option for many. Heck, I'm using the R6 Classic and I still find it more than enough for my use. Answer from Gold_Elevator1394 on reddit.com
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Will Canon Add New Features to Mark II via Firmware, or Keep Them Exclusive?
I would bet good money that there WON'T be any significant firmware updates to the R6 II now that the R6 III is released. But that's okay. I think the R6 II is still a viable option for many. Heck, I'm using the R6 Classic and I still find it more than enough for my use. More on reddit.com
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If the camera's firmware is already ... the firmware. ... Multiple cameras got them. R7 too. ... Yeap EOS R5 Mark II - Version 1.0.1 EOS R5 - Version 2.1.0 EOS R6 - Version 1.9.0 EOS R3 - Version 1.8.0 ... Multiple cameras got them. R7 too. Click to expand... Yeap but now I'm a R6 Mk 1 shooter ... I think that the most important feature added is the full support to the new battery which basically indicates that Canon probably will ... More on rfshooters.com
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r/canon on Reddit: Will Canon Add New Features to Mark II via Firmware, or Keep Them Exclusive?
November 10, 2025 -
The EOS R6 Mark III was just announced, bringing upgrades like a 32MP sensor and advanced video tools. The Mark II is still solid, but of course lacks some of these enhancements.
Do you think Canon will release a firmware update for the Mark II to include select new features (e.g., C-Log 2 profile for better color matching across cameras)? It would help keep the lineup cohesive without forcing immediate upgrades.
Or will they reserve everything for the Mark III to encourage switching?
R6 II users, what’s your take? Would a partial firmware “boost” make you stick around longer?
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I would bet good money that there WON'T be any significant firmware updates to the R6 II now that the R6 III is released. But that's okay. I think the R6 II is still a viable option for many. Heck, I'm using the R6 Classic and I still find it more than enough for my use.
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The answer to that question is easy - NO. Canon have a very long history of not adding any beneficial functionality via firmware - in fact the last one remove functionality for some models.
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September 27, 2024 - If the camera's firmware is already Version1.9.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Frank Gear: Canon EOS R6 Mark I, Canon 5D Mark III, EF100-400 L II, EF70-200 f2.8 II, RF50 and few other lenses. Flickr, Blog: Click Fanatic. ... I installed it without any issues. The camera works fine after the upgrade. Frank Gear: Canon EOS R6 Mark I, Canon 5D Mark III, EF100-400 L II, EF70-200 f2.8 II, RF50 and few other lenses. Flickr, Blog: Click Fanatic. ... PowerShot SX740 HS - Version 1.0.2 10/21/2025: Service Notice: To Users of the Compact Digital Camera PowerShot V1
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February 12, 2025 - *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 (R6215000.FIR / file size: 74,833,856 bytes) and instructions on the firmware update procedures (a PDF file in five languages: Japanese, English, French, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese).
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Canon Firmware Updates
These firmware updates for the Canon EOS R1, R5 Mark II, R3, R5, R6 Mark II, R7, R8, R10, R50, R50 V, C400, C80, C70, R5 C, XF605, and PowerShot V1 and V10 are scheduled for release on July 17th, 2025.
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