CANON INTRODUCES NEW ERA FOR ITS EOS WEBCAM UTILITY SOFTWARE, BRINGING NEW POSSIBILITIES TO SUBSCRIBERS

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Canon U.S.A., Inc. has launched EOS Webcam Utility Pro, enhancing video conferencing and live streaming capabilities for various EOS cameras. This subscription service builds on the original free software, offering features like multiple camera support, wireless connections, high-resolution upscaling, and customizable layouts. Priced at $4.99 per month or $49.99 annually, it provides a 30-day trial. Canon aims to meet user demands identified through feedback since the initial software's release, contributing to the ongoing trend of hybrid work and virtual communication.

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• Launch of EOS Webcam Utility Pro enhances video conferencing and live streaming capabilities.
• Subscription model priced at $4.99/month or $49.99/year with a 30-day trial.
• Incorporates user feedback to improve functionality and features.

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Taking Video Conference and Live Stream Capabilities to the Next Level, the Value-Adding Subscription Version Unlocks Exclusive Features

MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- By enabling several of Canon's extensive lineup of EOS cameras to provide high quality video for virtual meetings and other live streaming applications, EOS Webcam Utility software was a lifeline when it was released in early 2020, when video conferencing was imperative for business operations and everyday communication. Since then, virtual video has become vital in everyday life and Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to unveil EOS Webcam Utility Pro, which extends upon the success of the original software, bringing video conferencing and live streaming capabilities into an exciting new era.

The original EOS Webcam Utility software was downloaded for free by millions across the globe, with numbers rising daily, as hybrid work has become the new normal. When developing this enhanced version of EOS Webcam Utility software, Canon listened to users' concerns and preferences found through the original version and has incorporated comments and feedback that were heard through social media, customer comments and media inquiries.

EOS Webcam Utility Pro adds a subscription that provides the option to unlock extensive new capabilities ranging from multiple camera connections, wireless connectivity, greater camera and content control, high-res upscaling in full HD mode, a maximum frame rate up to 60fps, the ability to output to multiple channels simultaneously and more. For vloggers, gamers, news anchors, cooking influencers, and the many others who rely on video, having multiple camera set-ups (like a front, side, and top-down angle) can be the key to providing more detail to the viewer. For live streamers, running multiple channels at the same time can help them reach larger audiences across YouTube, Facebook Live, and other key social and streaming channels.

There are also various settings that improve customization possibilities including various layout options, transitions between scenes, and watermark insertion, which can help users preserve the ownership of their content. Whether it is for personal or professional use, these new features can take video quality and capability to the next level.

The basic features of EOS Webcam Utility Pro software, which allows users to utilize many EOS cameras as high-quality webcams with popular web conferencing applications, will be available for free, while paid subscriptions to EOS Webcam Utility Pro, which unlock many additional special features, including, but not limited to the items mentioned above will be available with a monthly subscription for $4.99 per month or an annual subscription for $49.99 per year – both options offer a 30-day trial period. The software will be available exclusively to customers in the U.S.A.

To learn more about EOS Webcam Utility Pro and how to download and subscribe, please visit https://www.usa.canon.com/cameras/eos-webcam-utility.  

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 $30.6 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE: CAJ), as of 2021 has ranked in the top-five overall in U.S. patents granted for 36 consecutive years† and was one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2022. Canon U.S.A. was featured in Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces list for 2021, ranking among the top 100 companies for employee happiness and satisfaction at work.  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., sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/rss and follow us on Twitter @CanonUSA.

†Number of patents for 2021 are based on figures released by IFI CLAIMS Patent Services. Figures for 2005 to 2020 are based on information issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

 

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FAQ

What is EOS Webcam Utility Pro from Canon (CAJ)?

EOS Webcam Utility Pro is a subscription-based software that enhances video conferencing and live streaming for Canon's EOS cameras, offering advanced features.

How much does EOS Webcam Utility Pro cost?

EOS Webcam Utility Pro is available for $4.99 per month or $49.99 annually, both with a 30-day trial.

What new features does EOS Webcam Utility Pro provide?

It offers multiple camera connections, wireless connectivity, high-res upscaling, and customizable layouts for enhanced video quality.

When was EOS Webcam Utility Pro launched?

EOS Webcam Utility Pro was launched on November 9, 2022.

Who can use EOS Webcam Utility Pro?

It is available exclusively to customers in the U.S.A.