Canon ENERGY STAR Award: 5 smart reasons to choose eco-friendly copiers. By Brian / July 20, 2026 Canon ENERGY STAR recognition isn't a one-time achievement - Canon has earned the U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award for nine consecutive years. That means Canon ENERGY STAR certified products have been independently verified, year after year, as among the most energy-efficient imaging equipment available. Here's what that track record means for Tallahassee businesses. Table of Contents What the Canon ENERGY STAR Sustained Excellence Award actually means. The EPA's ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence designation is the highest recognition the program offers. It goes to companies that demonstrate continued leadership in energy efficiency - not just companies that make one efficient product. Canon ENERGY STAR recognition has been awarded for manufacturing efficient imaging equipment AND for educating customers about energy efficiency, two separate criteria that must both be met every year. In practical terms, Canon ENERGY STAR certified copiers consume significantly less power - during operation and in standby mode - compared to non-certified equipment. For a business running copiers all day, that adds up on the electric bill over a 5-year lease term. 5 smart reasons to choose Canon ENERGY STAR certified copiers. 1. Nine consecutive years - not just one good year. The Sustained Excellence designation means Canon hasn't just participated in ENERGY STAR - they've led it consistently since 2016. That level of Canon ENERGY STAR commitment reflects a company-wide approach that shows up in every product line they design, from desktop A4 printers to enterprise A3 MFPs. 2. 252 epeat-registered products as of 2025. Canon has 252 products listed on the EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) registry as of December 2025. EPEAT certification covers office MFDs, inkjet printers, large-format printers, scanners, and production printers. That's more registered Canon ENERGY STAR and eco-certified products than most competitors offer in their entire lineup. 3. Lower operating costs for Tallahassee offices. Canon ENERGY STAR certified MFPs are engineered to draw less power during print jobs and drop into low-power standby faster between jobs. For a law firm or CPA office running a high-volume copier 40-plus hours a week, the energy savings over a multi-year lease can be significant - often enough to factor into your total cost of ownership calculation. 4. State agency procurement compliance. Many Florida state agency procurement requirements favor or require ENERGY STAR certified equipment. Canon's consistent recognition by the U.S. EPA makes it straightforward to satisfy those requirements without compromising on features or performance. Advanced Business Systems serves state agencies in Tallahassee under NASPO-Florida agreements and can help match the right Canon ENERGY STAR certified model to your procurement specs. 5. Wide format sustainability innovation. Canon ENERGY STAR recognition extends to the wide format lineup too. The Colorado series uses UVgel ink technology that produces odorless, HAPs-free emissions and reduces ink consumption by up to 40 percent. The PlotWave series uses Radiant Fusing technology with an ENERGY STAR designation. Architects and engineers in Tallahassee don't have to choose between performance and sustainability. Canon ENERGY STAR Copiers at ABS in Tallahassee. Advanced Business Systems carries Canon's ENERGY STAR certified lineup and can help identify which models qualify for your state procurement requirements or sustainability goals. Advanced Business Systems has been serving Tallahassee, FL and Thomasville, GA since 1984. Call (850) 222-2308 for a same-day response.

Canon EOS C50, C80, and C400 Firmware updates released. Canon has released new firmware updates for three of its Cinema EOS cameras: the EOS C50, EOS C80, and EOS C400. Firmware Version 1.0.4.1 is now available for the EOS C50, while Firmware Version 1.0.6.1 has been released for both the EOS C80 and EOS C400. The updates focus mainly on external camera control, streaming reliability, user interface changes, and several operational fixes. EOS C80 6K Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF) all prices excluding sales tax/VAT We previously covered Canon's planned firmware updates from earlier this year for the EOS C400, C80, C70, C50, and R5 C. We also looked more closely at the EOS C50 itself, including our review & mini-doc, and our Lab Test, where the compact Cinema EOS camera was tested for rolling shutter, dynamic range, and exposure latitude. Rather than changing image performance, these new updates focus on camera control, streaming reliability, interface behavior, and operational fixes. Main updates. Across the EOS C50, C80, and C400, the main additions include: * External control of selected camera functions via USB * Automatic reconnection attempts during SRT protocol streaming * A revised level indicator that changes color when the camera is level * Fixes for smartphone USB recognition * General operational stability improvements The EOS C50 receives the longest list of additional model-specific updates, which are covered below. Fundamentals of directing. An introduction to the craft of directing for beginners, film enthusiasts, and individuals. You will learn the basics of film directing, what directing really is, and the core elements you will need to know and understand to get started. USB external control. The main shared addition across the EOS C50, C80, and C400 is support for operating several camera functions from an external device via USB connection. Depending on the model, this applies when the power switch is set to VIDEO or CAMERA, and the camera is in camera mode. Supported functions include start/stop recording, One-Shot AF, manual focus adjustment, iris, shutter speed, and ISO speed. Canon does not specify every compatible accessory or control setup in the firmware notes, so users should check support with the manufacturer of the connected device. SRT streaming and level indicator changes. All three cameras also receive automatic reconnection attempts during SRT protocol streaming if the connection is lost. The camera will continue trying to reconnect for the duration set in the SRT: Reconnection Timeout setting. Canon has also changed the behavior of the level indicator. It now changes color when the camera orientation is level, which should make it easier to confirm alignment while shooting. EOS C50 firmware version 1.0.4.1. The EOS C50 receives the longest list of changes. Canon has added an Ease In / Ease Out option to Digital Zoom Speed, designed to smooth the beginning and end of digital zoom moves. View Assist can now be applied and adjusted during playback, and the camera adds Broadcast and Multicast transmission methods in the CV Protocol, with multicast limited to the same segment. There is also a new communication setting menu that allows users to select OpenLensIO-Equiv. Model. This will likely be most relevant in workflows that depend on lens or camera metadata, including virtual production and related monitoring or tracking setups. Other EOS C50 changes include the ability to refer to a Look File description when registering a Look File and reflect that information in the Custom Picture settings. Canon has also fixed an issue that could prevent certain CFexpress cards from being formatted in-camera, an issue affecting Digital IS metadata output under specific Slow & Fast Motion settings, and an issue where the camera might not be recognized when connected to a smartphone via USB. EOS C80 and EOS C400 version 1.0.6.1. The EOS C80 and EOS C400 updates are more limited but still useful. In addition to USB external control, the level indicator change, and SRT reconnection, Canon has fixed an issue that could interfere with FTP server connection and another that could prevent the camera from being recognized when connected to a smartphone via USB. Both updates also include general operational stability improvements. Price and availability. The free firmware updates are available now through Canon's regional support pages. As usual, users should check the currently installed firmware version before updating and follow Canon's installation instructions carefully. What do you think about these firmware updates? Would USB external control make a difference in your setup? Let us know in the comments. Support CineD. Shop with our affiliates B&H and CVP. Our reviews are always unbiased. EOS C80 6K Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF) all prices excluding sales tax/VAT EOS C400 6K Full-Frame Digital Cinema Camera (Canon RF) all prices excluding sales tax/VAT EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF) all prices excluding sales tax/VAT

Canon U.S.A. has announced the ColorStream 7000 series, expanding its web-fed inkjet portfolio which has sold over 2,000 units globally. The new range targets high-volume transactional printing, direct mail campaigns and book production environments. The series comprises three models — ColorStream 7075, 7100 and 7127 — available in mono and colour configurations. Production speeds range from 157 to 417 feet per minute, with monthly duty cycles up to 54 million letter impressions. All models feature native 600 dpi printheads with water-based pigmented inks. Built on Canon's latest web-fed inkjet architecture, the series includes advanced water-cooled printheads, AI-enabled maintenance scheduling and the SRA Massive Parallel controller for improved processing performance. The presses are designed for energy efficiency and support both uncoated and inkjet-treated papers. The ColorStream 7000 series will be available in the U.S. from the second half of 2026.