Want to factory reset your Canon R5? Below are the exact menu steps, plus what a reset does (and does not) erase.
This is useful if you’re troubleshooting weird behaviour, switching shooting styles, or preparing the camera for sale.
Before you reset: A factory reset will wipe your custom settings, custom buttons, and network/Wi‑Fi pairings. It won’t delete photos/videos on your memory card.
Quick steps (fast)
- Press MENU.
- Go to the Setup menu (wrench icon).
- Find Clear settings / Reset camera.
- Choose Clear settings (basic) or Clear all camera settings (full reset).
- Select OK to confirm.
Why reset to factory settings?
- Troubleshooting: clears conflicting settings that can cause odd behaviour.
- Sale/gift: removes your custom preferences and network connections.
- Fresh start: useful after heavy experimentation with custom functions.
Step-by-step: reset your Canon R5
- Turn the camera ON.
- Press MENU.
- Navigate to the Setup menu (wrench icon).
- Look for:
- Clear settings (partial reset)
- Clear all camera settings (full reset)
- Select the option you want, choose OK, and confirm.
What happens after the reset?
Depending on the option you choose, a reset can clear:
- Shooting/menu settings
- Custom functions
- Custom button assignments
- Network/Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth pairings
Your photos/videos: a reset does not delete what’s on your SD/CFexpress card. That’s separate (formatting the card is a different action).
What to do after resetting
- Set your basics again: date/time, image quality, AF behaviour, back-button focus, etc.
- Re-pair networks: Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth needs to be set up again.
- Check firmware: update if you’re behind.
Related Canon R5 guides
In summary
- Use the Setup (wrench) menu to find Clear settings / Clear all camera settings.
- A reset wipes custom settings, not your photos/videos on the card.
- Reconfigure key settings and reconnect Wi‑Fi after.
Brad is a seasoned photographer whose journey began in 2006 with a 3.1-megapixel digital camera. Over the years, he has specialized in various photography genres—from weddings and portraiture to product and studio photography. Based on the Sunshine Coast of QLD, Brad combines his love for education and photography, sharing his expertise on DSLRAD.com, a platform committed to capturing life’s treasured moments and empowering photography enthusiasts.