topic Re: R6 stuck in manual focus mode issue in EOS DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

R6 stuck in manual focus mode issue

Wolfhunt — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 01:51:05 GMT

Hello,

I have a canon R6 that is stuck in manual focus mode when using the Canon RF 24-105 lens. I tried a different lens and Auto focus is back but when I put the 24-105 lens on I loose auto focus abilities. I have gone through the menus, manual, and every button I can find but nothing will allow this lens to go back to auto focus. Any help would be appreciated.

Re: R6 stuck in manual focus mode issue

March411 — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 02:02:19 GMT

I apologize but I have to ask, have you cycled the AF/M switch on the lens?

Re: R6 stuck in manual focus mode issue

Wolfhunt — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 13:53:58 GMT

I did look but this lens does not have the AF/MF switch. It only has the Focus/Control (which I tried in both settings) and a Stabilizer On/Off. I know the lens has auto focus capabilities, I've been using it since I got the camera.

The other lens that does work has the AF/MF switch.

Makes me think there is an in camera option that isn't working or I'm not seeing somehow

Re: R6 stuck in manual focus mode issue

March411 — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 16:12:26 GMT

I'm going to assume it's the RF24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM. This is the only lens that is having this issue? How long have you had it and did you purchase it new from a Canon authorized dealer?

Re: R6 stuck in manual focus mode issue

Wolfhunt — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 16:52:01 GMT

Yes, that's the lens. It came with the R6 when I purchased it from an authorized dealer.

However, the problem has been solved. Turns out there is an issue that comes up periodically with the lenses that don't have the AF/MF switch on the lens. I did a firmware update and the problem is fixed.

Re: R6 stuck in manual focus mode issue

Pete01982 — Sat, 24 Aug 2024 02:14:21 GMT

This comment is for all the Canons in general that might help someone stuck in Manal Focus., I couldn't get out of MF (manual focus) with my 50mm as the lens. I tried switching the AF/MF switch back and forth. As other suggested, I tried Reset All Settings in the Tool menu - to no avail. Finally, I removed the lens and put it back on. Finally my 5D was correctly reporting my AF setting. Previously, I did have a 100mm macro with AF/MF switched to Manual. This was before switching to my 50 MM. So maybe the 100mm set in Manual Focus contributed to being stuck in MF. Anyway...for what it's worth...