Canon EOS C300 DAF Camcorder Firmware 2.1.9.1.00 Download

Posted at April 28, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

Canon EOS C300 DAF Camcorder Firmware 2.1.9.1.00 Description

Firmware Version 2.1.9.1.00 incorporates the following enhancements:

- When the camera is turned off the IS mechanical lock will be active regardless of the position of the switch.

When CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S is attached the following features are enabled:

- Autofocus using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF function
- The joystick on the camera's grip unit can be set to operate the zoom.
- Manual control of the iris with Camera's Control dial.
- Control of focus, zoom and iris using the separately-sold Remote Controller RC-V100.
- Automatic aperture and push auto iris functions.
- Start/stop recording on the separately-sold lens grip ZSG-C10.
- Retrieval of Lens metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance will display on the camera.

Adds peripheral illumination correction for the following lenses:

- CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S
- EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM
- EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM
- EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
- EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM
- EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM

Notes:

- This firmware version is only for EOS C300 cameras with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF Feature Upgrade. If the EOS C300 camera doesn’t have the Dual Pixel CMOS AF Feature Upgrade applied, please download Canon EOS C300 Firmware or download Canon EOS C300 PL Firmware.
- If your camera's firmware is already running the present version or newer, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the camera is updated to the latest firmware version, it cannot be restored to a previous version.
- All camera settings will be reset formatted when you perform the firmware update.
- It is not possible to revert the firmware back to a previous version after you have performed the firmware update.
- Please be absolutely sure NOT to operate the camera buttons or remove the camera’s power source during the firmware update. Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.

Check the current firmware version:

- Connect the compact power adapter and DC cable to the camera, and insert the battery pack into the camera.
- Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA.
- Press the MENU, and open the [Firmware] submenu. The current camera firmware version will appear on the screen.
- Press the MENU, and slide the POWER switch to OFF.
- The firmware update takes approximately 6 minutes to complete. During the update, please do not turn off the camera or operate any of its controls. Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.

Firmware Update Instructions:

- Insert the SD card into the camera’s SD card slot A.
- Slide the power switch to CAMERA.
- Press the MENU, and open the [Initialize Media] submenu. [ Other Functions] -> [Initialize Media]
- Select [ A] and then press the joystick.
- Select [Complete] and then press the joystick.
- Select [OK] and then press the joystick.
- If you are using the [Complete] initialization option, press the joystick twice to cancel the operation while it is in progress. You can use the SD card but all data will be erased.
- When the confirmation message appears, press the joystick.
- The SD card is initialized and all the data it contains is erased.
- Press the MENU, and slide the power switch to OFF, and then remove the SD card from the camera.
- Save and unzip the downloadable archive.
- Insert the initialized SD card into a card reader or the computer’s SD card slot.
- Copy the data, drag & drop the .FIM and safely remove the card.
- After inserting the charged battery pack into the camera, connect the camera to the power outlet using the compact power adapter.
- Insert the SD card prepared into the camera’s SD card slot A.
- Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA.
- Press the MENU, open the [Firmware] submenu, and then press the joystick. [ Other Functions] -> [Firmware]. The firmware update confirmation screen will be displayed.
- When you select [OK] and then press the joystick, the firmware update will start.
- After the update ends, the camera will restart automatically, and a firmware update completion screen will be displayed.
- When you press the joystick, all settings will be reset and the [Date/Time] screen will appear. Set the date/time.
- Check that the firmware version has changed to the desired one.
- Slide the POWER switch to OFF, and then remove the SD card. 

About Digital Camera Updates:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your camera can improve the device's overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera's firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty or the device's performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camera's firmware be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has been encountering, or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful for you.

This process isn't intended to be destructive, but still, it's best to save all your personal data and configurations before applying a different firmware. Moreover, make sure that the battery is fully charged and don't use the camera's buttons while the installation is in progress.

When it comes to the update method, usually, you must copy the firmware file onto a compatible memory card, insert it into the camera, and browse from the menu to the device's update section.

However, each device has various ways to enter the update mode and particular steps that should be taken for a successful upgrade, therefore make sure you read the product's installation guide.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don't miss the update that will boost your camera's performance.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

Related CANON Drivers