7D Firmware - should I upgrade it?

[highrockphoto]

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?

[PhotoDingo]

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.

[Peter · Accepted solution]

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

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

[fabianlujan]

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

[highrockphoto]

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

[photonut]

I upgraded mine to the latest firmware.  No problems.

[lhdvries]

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

[highrockphoto]

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

[castillomiami]

 just complete the upgrade  too  is worth it!   thanks