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Direct From Canon Brand Loyalists, the Next Chapter in the EOS Webcam Utility Software Story Has Arrived With the Launch of the Full Production Version in Latin America

New Full Production Version of the Industry-Bending Software Adds More Canon EOS Cameras to the Service and Expands Global Usage

MELVILLE, N.Y., September 17, 2020 – It has been a whirlwind the last few months in the world of EOS Webcam Utility software. With over seven hundred thousand downloads after launching the beta version of the software in April, Canon U.S.A. Inc. - Latin America Group, a leader in digital imaging solutions, has helped people stay connected with high image quality video communication that is easy of use. And today, the company unveils the full production version of the EOS Webcam Utility software for Windows. The full production version expands to include additional select EOS Interchangeable Lens Cameras (ILC) – such as the new EOS R5 and EOS R6. In addition, the new software will be available worldwide and available for download directly from the Canon website in each region.

A common thread and conversation throughout the beta software forums was regarding the compatibility of camera models. Many customers were excited to experience the beta version of EOS Webcam Utility software and wanted the list of 25 cameras that were compatible to be more extensive. In true Canon fashion – those voices have been heard loud and clear – now, a total of 42 EOS ILC and PowerShot cameras are compatible with the full production software, including the new EOS R5 and EOS R6. The additional newly supported cameras include:

  • EOS 1D X
  • EOS 5D Mark III
  • EOS 6D
  • EOS 7D
  • EOS 70D
  • EOS 60D
  • EOS Rebel T8i
  • EOS Rebel T6s
  • EOS Rebel T5i
  • EOS Rebel T3i
  • EOS Rebel SL1
  • EOS Rebel T5
  • EOS Rebel T3

Another common conversation theme within the beta software forums was compatibility with various applications. Canon has heeded those suggestions and the new production version of the software will now work with the tested* video conferencing applications as well as streaming applications including:

  • Zoom
  • Skype
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Cisco Webex
  • Google Meet
  • Google Hangout
  • Facebook Messenger
  • Facebook Live
  • YouTube Live
  • Discord
  • Streamlabs
  • Open Broadcaster Software(OBS)
  • Slack
  • Twitch Studio

Moreover, customers who have desired to record a high quality video file onto the memory card in their camera while video conferencing or streaming, we listened. This can now be achieved** by simply pressing the record button on their camera and not through the software.

To download the full production version of the EOS Webcam Utility software for Windows and learn how to use it, visit www.cla.canon.com/cla/en/eos_webcam_utility.

For Technical support and assistance, visit us at the following web page: www.cla.canon.com/support.

Currently supporting Windows 10, a full production version for macOS is at the top of the to-do list for Canon engineers.

About Canon U.S.A., Inc.:

Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $33 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third overall in U.S. patents granted in 2019† and is one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2020. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., Inc. – Latin America Group, sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting www.cla.canon.com/rss. For media inquiries, please contact cla_pr@cla.canon.com.

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† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

All referenced product names, and other marks, are trademarks of their respective owners.

* Tested if the EOS Webcam Utility is selectable as a video source and the video feed is displayed properly.

** Restrictions may apply depending on camera specifications such as maximum video recording time up to 29 minutes 59 seconds.
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