Firmware Notice — Canon EOS R: Firmware Version 1.7.0
Canon USA has announced that Firmware Version 1.7.0 has been released for the Canon EOS R. From the product advisory detail page:
Firmware Version 1.7.0 Incorporates the Following Enhancements
1. Support has been added for the following lenses:
RF600mm F11 IS STM
RF800mm F11 IS STM
EXTENDER RF1.4×
EXTENDER RF2×
2. The operation of playing back through the multi-function bar has been improved.
Please refer to the latest version of the camera’s Instruction Manual that is released with the firmware update.
3. Support for the Battery Pack LP-E6NH has been added.
Firmware Version 1.7.0 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.6.0. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.7.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.