topic Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it? in EOS DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

highrockphoto — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 03:59:10 GMT

I've had a 7D for 1 1/2 years now and it's worked great. I am wondering if there are any advantages to upgrading the firmware or does the old adage, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" hold true here?

Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

PhotoDingo — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 06:10:55 GMT

I upgraded mine, fairly simple process. Mainly I wanted the increased burst rate. I haven't been able to really get out and test the new features like i want to, but I haven't encountered any difficulties from the upgrade.

Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

Peter — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:59:48 GMT

http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/standard_display/EOS7D_firmware_features

Only you can answer if you will need it or not.

Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

fabianlujan — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 13:28:09 GMT

Rating, Raw editing and burst rate makes the firmware an ideal option. Upgrade it if you need this features

Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

highrockphoto — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 14:08:21 GMT

Hi all, thanks for the great answers, looks like there's some nice features with the upgrade, defintely worth it.

Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

photonut — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 14:18:59 GMT

I upgraded mine to the latest firmware. No problems.

Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

lhdvries — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 23:11:33 GMT

I found it to be very useful, especially burst capability & file nameing which I do per shoot.
Leon

Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

highrockphoto — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:29:16 GMT

I just complete the upgrade and the custom file naming alone is worth it!

Re: 7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

castillomiami — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 04:05:43 GMT

just complete the upgrade too is worth it! thanks