Canon PowerShot SX720 HS Camera Firmware 1.0.1.0 for Mac OS Download

Posted at December 19, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

Canon PowerShot SX720 HS Camera Firmware 1.0.1.0 for Mac OS Description

Firmware Version 1.0.1.0 incorporates the following fixes:

- Corrects the phenomenon in which the remaining battery level gradually decreases even though the battery charge is complete and the camera remains connected to a computer.
(This phenomenon does not occur when charging using the CB-2LH battery charger or the CA-DC30 compact power adapter).

The firmware Version 1.0.1.0 released this time necessary to update cameras with firmware up to Version 1.0.0.0. If your camera's firmware is already Version 1.0.1.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Please note that once the camera is updated to the latest version, it cannot be restored to a previous version. 

Preparations for the firmware update:

 After the downloaded zipped file (dmg file) is extracted, a firmware folder is created. To extract the downloaded file:
- The downloaded folder is automatically created, and a firmware folder is created. If the downloaded folder cannot be automatically extracted, double-click the folder.
- The new folder created will include the firmware, and instructions on the firmware update procedures 
- Before starting the firmware update operations, please be sure to carefully confirm your understanding of these instructions.

About Digital Camera Firmware:

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.

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