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Electronic First Curtain Shutter | Ask David Bergman

"What the heck is electronic first-curtain shutter, and why would I use it over the mechanical or regular electronic shutter?"

EOS R5 Shutter Modes - EOS R5/R6

The EOS R5 and R6 offers 3 shutter modes; mechanical, electronic first curtain, and fully electronic. In this video I'll look at the pros and cons? Which shutter mode to use and when?

CANON AUTOFOCUS EXPLAINED
With
Canon Technical Advisor Rudy Winston

This is not intended to be a technical training, but a conversation with Rudy to better understand the choices you have in customizing the current line of Canon camera AF systems.

Canon R5 & R6 Auto Focus Menu Explained and Best Settings

Video 2 of 6.
Roberto Valenzuela explains the Canon R5 & R6 Auto Focus (AF) Menu and what he feels are the best AF settings to choose for maximum efficiency and results.
Below are the links to the other Menu Items I created for you.
Shoot Menu: https://youtu.be/fS9Mgr-6kTY
AF Menu: https://youtu.be/UwMM4F3jzNY
Play Menu: https://youtu.be/8VcUDfWJXs8
Set-Up Menu: https://youtu.be/ey3rCfb2tzc
Custom Functions Menu: https://youtu.be/uLFJIbCv1qs
My Menu: https://youtu.be/hq8B8tIbzuYs.

Shooting an Automated Focus Bracket Set - EOS R5

The EOS R5 and EOS R6 support generating automated focus bracket image sets.

In the previous video (tip 15, https://youtu.be/LDH77d3DUrI) I talked through the focus bracketing options in the R5.

In this video I show the steps I use to actually capture the focus bracket set, as well as talk about some of the challenges and problems.

The focus stack calculator mentioned in the video can be found here:

https://www.pointsinfocus.com/tools/focus-stack-calculator/

 
 

Master Back-Button Focussing on your Canon Camera

Learn how to back button focus with this step-by-step video guide by Canon Collective Ambassador, Kass Brumley.

With this video guide, you will learn how back-button focus works, use cases and how to set it up on a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and similar models.

These are the key steps to follow in order to set back-button focus:
Step 1: Disable Autofocussing from the Shutter Button - 1:53
Step 2: Select ‘Metering Start’ - 2:13
Step 3: Assign Your AF-ON Button - 2:33
Step 4: Select a Focussing Mode - 2:53
 

Canon: Here’s Why RF Lenses Can Be Better Than EF Lenses

Canon made this 4.5-minute video explaining the technology of its new RF lens mount for full-frame mirrorless cameras and its strengths over conventional (e.g. EF) lens mounts.

“What makes these lenses so outstanding?” Canon writes. “This video introduces the innovative features of RF lenses that open up new possibilities in photographic expression.”

Canon says that RF lenses are superior to conventional lenses when it comes to minimizing aberrations caused by refraction, especially at the outer edges of photos.
 

MIRRORLESS Vs DSLR:
WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Which is better, a traditional full-frame DSLR or the new mirrorless full-frame
 Canon EOS R System? We asked leading extreme sports photographer and Canon Ambassador Richard Walch for his Canon full-frame comparison.

Canon EOS R5 Exposure Bracketing Setup Tutorial
 

Canon EOS R7 Setup for Bird Photography
 

Canon R7
The settings that you need to know
 

Set up the Canon R7 for
Triple Button Autofocus and Dual Back Button autofocus
 

Canon R7 Back Button Focusing Tutorial
 

5 Best Canon Tips For Bird Photographers [2018]
 


Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Back Button AF-ON
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After playing this Av, you will be given access to more Canon AV's.
Back Button Focus on Steroids! Only on
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
 12 Back Button Focus Options!
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After playing this Av, you will be given access to more Canon AV's.
 

41 Steps to the Perfect
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR
Camera Setup

Ready for your out of the box experience? Like so many of you, I highly anticipated the arrival of the 5D Mark IV and as has long been my practice, I created a list of setup steps and once again share them with you here. Here are the 41 steps to my Canon EOS 5D Mark IV setup.
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Datacolor SpyderLensCal - Autofocus calibration

SpyderLensCal provides a fast, reliable method of measuring the focus performance on your camera and lens combinations.

It allows photographers to obtain razor-sharp focusing or check to see that their lenses are working at their peak performance. This device is compact, lightweight and durable, with integrated level and tri-pod mount. 
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Autofocus Lens Calibration (Canon 5DS)

In this video I show you how easy it is to calibrate you lenses and start making sharper images immediately. I use the Canon 5Ds, Focus Pyramid Auto-focus Lens calibration tool and a mini bubble level to get it done. Basically you can calibrate all of your lenses on your lunch break. Enjoy

 
Canon XEED WUX500 Projector
(User Manual)
Here is a copy of the user manual for the new NNPS projector
The Really Right Stuff B5DS-L Set
(new L bracket for the Canon 5DS and 5DSR)

The Really Right Stuff B5DS-L Set utilizes complex 3D machining for excellent surface area contact across the entire mounting face, ensuring a truly outstanding fit. In order to maximize rigidity when the vertical component is slid away from the body and maintain the best interface with the base, we utilized our patented 2-piece modular design L-plate.


Firmware Updates for Canon Cameras

 
Canon R5
Canon R5 Firmware update 2.1.0
(Release date: 20 September 2025)

Changes in the Firmware
Firmware Version 2.1.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
1. Enables functions to be used without limitation in conjunction with the new
Battery Pack LP-E6P.
This makes it possible to shoot at the same continuous shooting speed as when using LP-E6NH.
In-camera charging of LP-E6P is also supported.
2. Adds [Protect Images] and [Rating] during FTP Transfer.
3. The following issues have been fixed.
　3-1. Fixes an issue, in which when Wi-Fi is disconnected, Err 70 occurs.
　3-2. Fixes an issue, in which when shooting subjects that are smaller in the frame, the card access indicator blinks and operations can no longer be performed.
　3-3. Fixes an issue, in which when performing shooting in high-speed continuous shooting + mode with the [Highlight Tone Priority] option set to [ON], focus may not be achieved when certain ISO speed settings are used.

If the camera's firmware is already Version 2.1.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

When updating the firmware of your camera, please review the instructions thoroughly before you update the firmware.
 
Canon R7
Canon R7 Firmware update 1.6.0
(Release date: 30 October 2024)

Changes in the Firmware
Firmware Version 1.6.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
1. Enables functions to be used without limitation in conjunction with the new Battery Pack LP-E6P.
This makes it possible to shoot at the same continuous shooting speed as when using LP-E6NH.
In-camera charging of LP-E6P is also supported.
2. Enables RF-S7.8mm F4 STM DUAL lenses to be compatible with designated camera.
3. Adds the ability to select [WPA2] and [WPA3] as a secured protocol.
4. The following issues have been fixed.
　4-1. Fixes an issue, in which when SPEEDLITE EL-5, EL-10 is attached, the "Accessory unavailable status" message may be displayed when restarting after the camera has gone into Auto Power Off. (Only occurs with firmware Ver.1.5.0)
　4-2. Fixes an issue, in which when performing shooting in high-speed continuous shooting + mode with the [Highlight Tone Priority] option set to [ON], focus may not be achieved when certain ISO speed settings are used.

If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.6.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
 
Canon 5D Mk IV
Canon 5D MkIV Firmware update 1.4.0

Changes in the Firmware
Firmware Version 1.4.0 incorporates the following enhancement:
1. Adds enhanced security for transferring captured images to image.canon.
After July 2023, please update to this firmware version so that you will be able to send images to image.canon.
If you do not update to this version, an error message will appear when sending images and the image will not be sent.

If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.4.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

When updating the firmware of your camera, please review the instructions thoroughly before you update the firmware.

The firmware update takes approximately 4 minutes.
 
Canon 1DX MkII
Canon 1DX Mk II Firmware update 1.1.8

Changes in the Firmware
Firmware Version 1.1.8 incorporates the following fix:
1. Improves the camera's connection compatibility to a PC while using a USB 3.0 or higher compatible cable.

Firmware Version 1.1.8 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.1.7. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.1.8, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
When updating the firmware of your camera, please first go over the instructions thoroughly before you download the firmware.
The firmware update takes approximately six minutes.

Canon Camera Instruction Manuals
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1D X
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R5
 R6 R7
5Ds & 5DsR 5D MKIV 5D MKIII 5D MKII 5D 7D MKII
7D MK 2 focussing  
7D MK11 AF Guide 80D 70D G12 G15