Canon 5D Mark II Firmware Update to Add Manual Controls to Video! Rejoice!

I haven’t had my 5D Mk II for very long, but since I started playing with the video mode I’ve been longing for more manual control. It only makes sense for a professional camera to have professional controls, after all, whether in still photography mode or video mode. Well, Canon has heard our prayers, and it’s just a week and a firmware update away.

The firmware update will be available for download on June 2, 2009:
http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/firm-e/eos5dmk2/firmware.html

LONDON, UK, 27th May 2009: Canon announced today it will release a firmware update for the EOS 5D Mark II allowing users to manually control exposure when shooting video. The new firmware will be available for download from 2 June 2009 on Canon Europe’s support web site.
Following the launch of the EOS 5D Mark II in September 2008, Canon’s Research and Development team has listened closely to customer feedback to develop additions to the camera’s movie recording functionality.

Allowing EOS 5D Mark II owners to achieve even more stunning video results with the camera, the firmware update will include the following manual controls when shooting video:

* Full aperture selection
* ISO speed: Auto, 100 – 6400 and H1
* Shutter speed: 1/30th – 1/4000th second

The EOS 5D Mark II integrates full HD movie capability into a high-end 21.1 Megapixel camera; opening a multitude of new possibilities for photojournalists and news photographers. Since its launch the camera has proved its appeal to professionals working in diverse fields, from studio and wedding to nature and travel. Now, following customer feedback, Canon has improved functionality for professional video users, further unleashing the potential of the EOS 5D Mark II for cinematographers and photographers alike.

The firmware update will be available for download on June 2, 2009:
Click Here to Download Firmware Update