SUMMARY

Canon has issued firmware version 1.3.1 for the EOS R5 Mark II to address an autofocus issue that arose with the previous 1.3.0 update. The problem occurred when using Touch & Drag AF with Whole Area AF enabled. Firmware 1.3.1 resolves this specific bug while also incorporating all the new features from version 1.3.0, such as American Football Action Priority mode and improved people detection. This dual-purpose update provides a fix for affected users and delivers the full suite of enhancements to those who may have delayed updating.

TAKEAWAYS

Canon EOS R5 Mark II firmware 1.3.1 resolves an autofocus bug.

The bug affected Touch & Drag AF when Whole Area AF was enabled.

Firmware 1.3.1 includes all features from the previous 1.3.0 update.

The update adds capabilities like American Football Action Priority mode.

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