Canon Updates C100, C300, C300 Mark II and ME200S-SH Camera Firmware

From Canon USA:

Canon Cinema EOS C100 & EOS C300 

Cinema EOS C100 (with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF Feature Upgrade applied) Firmware Version 2.0.9.1.00 and EOS C300 (with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF Feature Upgrade applied) Firmware Version 2.1.9.1.00 incorporates the following corrections:

When CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S is attached the following features are enabled:

• Autofocus using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF function
• The joystick on the camera's grip unit can be set to operate the zoom.
• Manual control of the iris with Camera's Control dial.
• Control of focus, zoom and iris using the separately-sold Remote Controller RC-V100.
• Automatic aperture and push auto iris functions.
• Start/stop recording on the separately-sold lens grip ZSG-C10.
• Retrieval of Lens metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance will display on the camera.

When the camera is turned off the IS mechanical lock will be active regardless of the position of the switch.

Adds peripheral illumination correction for the following lenses:

• CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S
• EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM
• EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM
• EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
• EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM
• EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM

Download:

Canon Cinema EOS C100 (with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF Feature Upgrade applied) Firmware Version 2.0.9.1.00
Canon EOS C300 (with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF Feature Upgrade applied) Firmware Version 2.1.9.1.00 


Canon EOS C300 Mark II 

Canon Digital Cinema Camera EOS C300 Mark II / EOS C300 Mark II PL Firmware Version 1.1.0.1.00 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

• Support for LCD monitor LM-V1*1,2 (separately sold) has been added.

Peripheral illumination/chromatic aberration correction has been added for the following lenses:

• EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
• EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM
• EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM

Download: Canon Digital Cinema Camera EOS C300 Mark II Firmware Version 1.1.0.1.00 

Canon ME200S-SH 

Canon ME200S-SH Firmware Version 1.0.2.1.00 incorporates the following enhancements:
The following features are enabled for the CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S:
Autofocus using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF function.
Displaying the model name of the lens when attached.
Support for Peripheral illumination correction.
Manual control of the iris with camera's joystick.
Control of focus, zoom and iris using the separately-sold Remote Controller RC-V100.
Automatic aperture and push auto iris functions.
Start/stop recording on the separately-sold lens grip ZSG-C10.

Adds Peripheral Illumination Correction for the following lenses:

• EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM
• EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM
• EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM
• EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM

Adds [NU protocol] to the other functions setting:

[Other Functions] > [REMOTE B Term.] > [NU Protocol]

When the camera is turned off the IS mechanical lock will be active regardless of the position of the switch.

Download: Canon ME200S-SH Firmware Version 1.0.2.1.00 

More Canon PowerShot and Cinema EOS C400 cameras Coming?

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III camera

Canon announced the PowerShot G1 X Mark III camera on October 16, 2017. You can see sample photos taken with a pre-production camera here.

Canon is also expected to announce more G series PowerShot camera just before the CES Show in January, 2018 in Las Vegas. In addition, a new camera, the Cinema EOS C400 may also be announced some time in the first half of 2018. The new camera will fill a void between the C300 Mark II and the C500 and may have resolution slightly higher than 4K but not 8K.

Key Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III Specifications

• 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
• DIGIC 7 Image Processor
• 3x Zoom Lens, 24-72mm (35mm Equivalent)
• Built-In Electronic Viewfinder
• 3.0″ Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
• Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Image Stabilizer
• ISO 25600, 9 fps Continuous Shooting
• Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC, Bluetooth
• Dust- and Water-Resistant Construction

Canon Announced New EOS Cinema C100 Mark II & C300 Mark II Firmware Updates

Canon EOS Cinema C100 Mark II and C300 Mark II camcorders

Canon EOS C300 Mark II / EOS C300 Mark II PL New Firmware Version 1.0.9.1.00 

Firmware Version 1.0.9.1.00 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements :  

• When CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S is attached the following features are enabled:
• Autofocus using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF function.
• Dual Pixel Focus Guide function.
• The joystick on the camera's grip unit can be set to operate the zoom.
• Manual control of the iris with Camera's Control dial.
• Control of focus, zoom and iris using the separately-sold Remote Controller RC-V100.
• Automatic aperture and push auto iris functions.
• Start/stop recording on the lens grip.
• Retrieval of Lens metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance will display on the camera.
• Allows the position of waveform monitor to be changed on the display.
• Adds peripheral illumination/chromatic aberration correction for the following lenses:
• COMPACT-SERVO Lens [CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S]
• EF Lens [EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM], [EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM]
• When [Face Only] is active, the icon will change from gray to white when a face is not detected.
• When the camera is turned off the IS mechanical lock will be active regardless of the position of the switch.
• Fixes the list of shutter speed on the display when using Browser Remote.

Download : Canon EOS C300 Mark II Firmware v.1.0.9.1.00


Canon EOS C100 Mark II New Firmware Version 1.0.5.1.00 

Firmware Version 1.0.5.1.00 incorporates the following enhancements :

• When CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S is attached the following features are enabled:
• Autofocus using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF function.
• The joystick on the camera's grip unit can be set to operate the zoom.
• Manual control of the iris with Camera's Control dial.
• Control of focus, zoom and iris using the separately-sold Remote Controller RC-V100.
• Automatic aperture and push auto iris functions.
• Start/stop recording on the lens grip.
• Retrieval of Lens metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance will display on the camera.
• Adds peripheral illumination correction for the following lenses.
• COMPACT-SERVO Lens [CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S]
• EF Lens [EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM], [EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM]
• When [Face Only] is active, the icon will change from gray to white when a face is not detected.
• When the camera is turned off the IS mechanical lock will be active regardless of the position of the switch.

Download : Canon EOS C100 Mark II Firmware v.1.0.5.1.00 

Canon Cinema EOS C500 Mark II Camcorder In The Works

Little secret the Cinema EOS C500 is not a big seller for Canon. It is over-priced and a bad value for the money. Unlike the highly successful C300 Mark II 4K camcorder, which had its price lowered to $9,999 recently.

So back to the labs for Canon. The C500 Mark II version is in the works and will have resolution higher than 4K but not 8K, although Canon had previewed an 8K Cinema EOS prototype camera in late 2015. The new C500 Mark II camera will command a premium, perhaps in the $13K to $15K range.

Canon USA Opens Professional Technology & Support Center in Burbank, California

MELVILLE, N.Y., July 13, 2017 – Continuing its support of professional clients in the filmmaking and still imaging communities, Canon today officially opened its doors to its newest Professional Technology & Support Center in Burbank, Calif. Evolving from what began at Canon’s original Hollywood facility, the new state-of-the-art Canon Burbank facility provides these customers with enhanced technical environments and accessible service and support.

Canon Burbank is poised to support Canon’s clients’ productivity through a dynamic mix of product evaluation and testing, product & workflow training, industry events and expedited repairs. Every aspect of the new facility’s design and operation was made in consideration of improving customers’ experience with Canon products from input to output, and in improving access to the highly trained Canon service and support team. Facility highlights include :

• Enhanced on-site repair capabilities
• Industry standard 4K projection and DI capabilities
• Workflow Lab for software training and NLE workflows
• Image lab for in-depth camera & lens testing, demonstration and troubleshooting
• Fully equipped multipurpose room for training, events, demonstration and shooting
• Immersive product showroom

“Since our 2011 launch of Cinema EOS, Canon has been steadfastly committed to exceeding the high expectations of our professional clients in the production community,” said Eliott Peck, executive vice president and general manager of the Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Our new Burbank location represents the culmination of our commitment to listen to our clients, understand their needs and provide them with what they need to bring their artistic and passion projects to life. As Canon continues on its journey to support the production community and evolve with changes in this industry, our mission is now clearer than ever, to be a resource and a beacon for industry professionals.”

At Canon Burbank, customers may now take advantage of walk-in service Monday through Friday, with plenty of convenient parking. The location will feature a steady calendar of educational offerings from top professionals on the latest equipment and filmmaking techniques, the ability to color correct and screen content, and a lab for testing Canon cameras and lenses. The facility’s multipurpose room is also configurable for industry gatherings and special events.

The new Burbank location is yet another extension of Canon Professional Services’ (CPS) powerful support network for the region’s professional photographers, filmmakers, and videographers. CPS members are invited to visit Canon Burbank for all of their service needs, Canon Live Learning sessions, and professional training tailored to their needs.

For a virtual tour and more information on the Burbank facility – usa.canon.com/canon-burbank

Canon Cinema EOS C200 Camcorder Image Leaked

As reported earlier, Canon is expected to announce the Cinema EOS C200 camcorder very soon. It is touted as a baby C300 Mark II model, for those who want high performance but cannot afford the C300 Mark II price.

Canon Cinema EOS C200 camcorder

Canon Cinema EOS C200 camcorder

Canon Cinema C200 Camcorder Coming Soon

As reported earlier, Canon is expected to announce the Cinema C200 camera soon, perhaps in June. This new camcorder is touted to be a 'baby' C300 Mark II and may come with 4K video. It is somewhere between a C100 Mark II and a C300 Mark II and will be quite a good value for the money. Keep checking back for the latest info and development.

Closer Look at Canon C300 & C300 Mark II Firmware Updates

Canon Cinema C300 Mark II 4K camcorder

Canon announced the Cinema C300 Mark II camera in April, 2015. In July 2016, a firmware update was released, followed by another one in December 2016, but this latest firmware update is for both C300 and C300 Mark II bodies.

Read my earlier post on the C300 Mark II camera White Paper and let us take a look at the latest updates and how the new features can help on your next shoot. The following is an excerpt from Canon Digital Learning Center's article :

Shutter Angle Priority

This update was in direct response to requests from many operators for the camera to maintain a constant shutter angle -- regardless of changes to shooting frame rate. Called Shutter Angle Priority, this feature prevents the camera from automatically adjusting the shutter angle to compensate for the camera’s change in frame rate. This only applies to the shutter angle setting and does not affect the other shutter modes. Overall, it’s simply one less potential headache the DP or operator has to be concerned with while cranking through shots.

WFT-E8A Support

This adds support for Canon’s newest Wi-Fi® adaptor, the WFT-E8A, which offers improved connectivity options like IEEE 802.11ac, includes FTP support, and employs an updated user interface over its predecessor, the WFT-E6A. You’ll still be able to use the WFT-E6A with both cameras. The user interface for the WFT-E8A has been improved for an enhanced operating experience.

These Wi-Fi units are especially helpful if and when you need to change camera settings while the camera is mounted out of reach, or to enter script notes directly into the metadata of the clip file while shooting. The Wi-Fi units act like a tiny server, transmitting an easily identifiable network location allowing for connection with laptops, workstations, smartphones and tablets using just a simple web browser, and require no special download or other application. They give you control over just about all of the camera’s important operational functions -- including Dual Pixel Auto Focus.

Support for EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM lens

This one is for only the EF models of both cameras, adding Peripheral Illumination Correction data for a great new lens, the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM. It helps maintain a consistent brightness across the image area by reducing vignetting (corner darkness).

Updates for the C300 Mark II only :

Support for the EVF-V70 OLED Electronic Viewfinder

This firmware adds support for the newly developed EVF-V70 electronic viewfinder that was announced along with the EOS C700. This OLED viewfinder features 1920x1080 resolution, and offers industry standard operability worthy of a top-end cinema camera.

Support for Zebras at 65% or Less

With previous firmware versions, Zebra 1 ranged in plus or minus 5% (±5%) increments between 70% and 95%, and Zebra 2 could be adjusted in 5% increments between 70% and 100%. With this firmware update you can now adjust both Zebra settings beginning at just ±5% for Zebra 1 and 0% for Zebra 2. This should help you dial in exposure readings in shadowy areas, especially with darker skin tones, and should come in real handy when working in Log gammas where Canon Log middle gray falls in around plus or minus 35% (±35%), for instance – a setting that was previously unavailable.

And remember, you can use Zebra 1 and 2 together -- allowing for the possibility of using one Zebra to help you protect highlights and the other for gauging exposure on skin tones. Zebras can be output over the HDMI, Monitor, or EVF-V70 terminals as well, giving the option of remotely monitoring exposure on some devices and not others.

Built-in Microphone OFF

An added menu item allows you to now turn off the camera’s built-in monaural microphone on the camera body, which previously was always ON and without an option to turn it off. No need to go into detail on this one, as most everyone in the camera department can easily appreciate the importance of this update.

2K Crop Audio Recording

And then this – a very unique change for the C300 Mark II – an added feature called 2K Crop Audio Recording. Before this update, 2K Crop was a Slow & Fast motion special recording mode in which no audio could be recorded. Well, it’s still a Slow & Fast motion setting – with frame rates up to 120fps, but now when you select any of these combinations of settings, between frame rate and Slow & Fast motion frame rate, you can record sound in the 2K Crop mode. This is a significant change for those of you shooting documentaries or events with B4 mount broadcast lenses, and should work with many super 16mm lenses, as it offers the advantages of shooting in the more lens-compatible 2K crop mode.

More C300 Mark II updates

• When using the Browser Remote, the Focus Guide frame can now be displayed.

• Metadata related to the XF-AVC range has been corrected; the range of Canon Log, Canon Log2, and Canon Log3 has been corrected to full range.

• The quality of autofocus has been enhanced.

• The operation reliability after changing the recording mode has been enhanced.

Updates for the EOS C300 only :

Grip Zoom Function :

This feature brings the EOS C300 up to date with the recent firmware improvements the C300 Mark II and C100 Mark II received in the July 2016 firmware. It enables zoom functions to be controlled from the Grip Unit’s joystick (EF models only) for the CINE-SERVO 17-120mm T2.95-3.9 EF, COMPACT-SERVO 18-80mm T4.4 EF, and the CINE-SERVO 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 EF lenses. You simply push up for telephoto, and press down for wide, and speed is controllable in 16 steps.

Additional Dual Pixel Auto Focus support for C300 EF with DAF Upgrade

Also, staying with EF lens mount models, you’ll now be able to get full Dual Pixel Auto Focus support for both the Cine-Servo 17-120mm T2.95-3.9 EF, and the Compact-Servo 18-80mm T4.4 EF lenses on EOS C300’s outfitted with the Dual Pixel AF Upgrade.

And when you use the EOS C300 EF with either of those two lenses, or the Cine-Servo 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 EF, you can also get additional features and functions that those lenses offer -- like servo zoom, continuous Auto-Iris, Push Auto Iris functions, and Record Start/Stop from the lens. Additionally, aperture can be adjusted manually by operating the control dial on the camera. The zoom, focus, and iris can be adjusted using the optional Canon RC-V100 Remote Controller (sold separately). This firmware will also install Peripheral Illumination Correction data for the lenses, and from now on their important lens metadata will be displayed on the camera, recorded, and stored in the file.

Left to right: CINE-SERVO 17-120mm T2.95-3.9 EF, COMPACT-SERVO 18-80mm T4.4 EF, CINE-SERVO 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 EF

Download firmware version 1.0.6.1.00 for the EOS C300 Mark II, firmware version 2.1.8.1.00 for the EOS C300 with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF Feature Upgrade, and firmware version 1.1.8.1.00 for the stock EOS C300 without the DPAF upgrade. Be sure to visit the Canon USA web site to download this important firmware starting December 13, 2016.

Canon Cinema C300 Mark II Camera Lens Mount Update

Egami discovered another new Canon patent for a mount replacement camera system. The upcoming Cinema C700 will feature such a setup and the current Cinema C300 Mark II camera already offers this as an option.

Patent Publication No. 2016-192701 (Google Translated)

• Published 2016.11.10
• Filing date 2015.3.31
• Mount exchange possible
• Change the menu content depending on the mount

Owners and purchasers of the Canon EOS C300 Mark II can now benefit from a new lens mount service option which offers the capability to change the 4K Digital Cinema Camera’s original EF mount to EF Mount with Cinema Lock or to a PL mount and back again.

The Lens Mount Replacement service can be booked in at the Canon Regional Competence Centres (RCC) in France, Germany, Italy, Sweden or the UK. Alternatively, the PL lens mount and SHIM kit are also available for direct sale.

Canon has also revealed that from early 2016 a PL mount version of the C300 Mark II will be available to purchase in all EMEA territories. Up until now the camera has only been available in an EF mount but by January 2016 customers can choose whether to purchase an EF mount or a PL mount version. The upcoming PL mount version of the camera will provide support for all of Canon’s PL mount Cinema lenses and other industry-standard PL lenses (Cooke/i not supported), thus allowing for even greater shooting possibilities.

HOW TO ARRANGE A LENS MOUNT REPLACEMENT OR PURCHASE SPARE PARTS

From November 16, 2015, owners will have the option to either send their EOS C300 Mark II to an RCC (either directly or via a local Canon Authorised Service Provider) in order to perform the Lens Mount Service or to purchase a PL Lens Mount and/or SHIM kit directly for self-installation or installation by an RCC.

If choosing to send the camera to a Canon RCC, the following service options will be available :

Mount Replacement Service

If you choose to purchase a PL Lens Mount directly, or would like to revert the camera back to the original EF mount from a previous mount change, the RCCs will be able perform the mount replacement using your purchased or original Lens Mount.

Mount Replacement Service & Mount

Depending on your requirements, the applicable RCC will supply & install either an EF Mount with Cinema Lock Lens Mount or a PL Lens Mount.

Mount Replacement Service & Mount & Shim Kit

Depending on your requirements, the applicable RCC will supply & install either an EF Mount with Cinema Lock Lens Mount or a PL Lens Mount. A SHIM kit will also be supplied for self-installation.
To book in a camera for a Lens Mount Service or to enquire about purchasing a PL mount or SHIM kit directly (including spare part pricing information), please contact the relevant RCC by e-mail. 

Details of the correct RCC to contact, depending on where you are located, are listed below :

Canon RCC France

For customers in France, Belgium and Luxembourg. Please email cps.services@cf.canon.fr.

Canon RCC Germany

For customers based in Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain and Switzerland. Please email cps.services@canon.de.

Canon RCC Italy

For customers based in Italy, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Malta, Romania and Slovenia. Please email rccit.cps.service@canon-europe.com.

Canon RCC Sweden

For customers based in Sweden, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania and Norway. Please email cps.support@canon.se.

Canon RCC UK

For customers based in the UK and Ireland. Please email cci_servicecentre@cuk.canon.co.uk.
Owners whose country is not mentioned above will be unable to take advantage of the Lens Mount Replacement Services. An option to purchase the Spare Parts directly, however, is available. Please contact a local Canon Video Service Centre for more information.

EOS C300 Mark II White Papers available for download

You can read and download my earlier posts on the EOS C300 Mark II white papers and the latest firmware updates available for the C300 and C300 Mark II cameras. 

Canon Announced New Firmware Updates For Cinema EOS C300 and C300 Mk II Camcorders

Sealed with a kiss - Polar bears on the tundra in Hudson Bay, Canada

* * *  'Before The Flood' documentary shot with Canon C300 Mark II camera  * * *

Just back from my Polar bear photo tour in Hudson Bay, Canada. It was quite a successful trip even though the weather was 'mild' by sub Arctic standard and the bears were not able to find sea ice to hunt seals even in mid November. Came across sows with cubs, sub adult and full grown males with reasonably healthy looking weight, this time of the year.

In past years, they would have been able to start heading out to the bay and try and replenish their weight by actively hunting seals. I came across the BBC2 film crew filming and broadcasting the Arctic Live series on the tundra.

Now back to my daily routine of photo processing and blog writing until the next wildlife photo tour. You can follow my travels on Facebook , Twitter and see my works on MichaelDanielHo.com.


MELVILLE, N.Y., November 9, 2016 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced firmware updates for both the Canon EOS C300 and EOS C300 Mark II Digital Cinema Cameras being showcased at NAB Show New York 2016, November 9 and 10 at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York City. These firmware updates support a number of feature updates for users including improvement of accessory support, ease of use, Dual Pixel CMOS AF (DAF) and creative flexibility.

Firmware updates are as follows :

The EOS C300 Mark II Digital Cinema Camera (EF-Mount) updates will allow various functions such as support for the Canon EVF-V70 OLED Electronic Viewfinder, WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter, Shutter Angle Priority, support for Zebra range at 65 percent or below, 2K Crop Audio Recording, Built-In Mic Audio off, and Peripheral Illumination Correction when using the new EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM lens.

The EOS C300 Mark II Digital Cinema Camera (PL-Mount) updates will allow various functions such as support for the Canon EVF-V70 OLED Electronic Viewfinder, WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter, Shutter Angle Priority, support for Zebra range at 65 percent or below, 2K Crop Audio Recording, and Built-In Mic Audio off.

The EOS C300 Digital Cinema Camera (EF-Mount) updates will allow various functions such as support for the WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter, Shutter Angle Priority, Grip Zoom Function when using CINE-SERVO 17-120mm EF-mount, CINE-SERVO 50-1000mm EF-Mount and COMPACT SERVO 18-80mm lenses, Auto Iris and Push Iris when using CINE-SERVO 17-120mm EF-mount, CINE-SERVO 50-1000mm EF-Mount and COMPACT SERVO 18-80mm lenses and Peripheral Illumination Correction when using the new EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM lens.

The EOS C300 Digital Cinema Camera DAF (EF-Mount) updates will allow various functions such as support for the WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter, Shutter Angle Priority, Dual Pixel CMOS AF (DAF) when using CINE-SERVO 17-120mm EF-Mount and COMPACT SERVO 18-80mm lenses, Grip Zoom Function when using CINE-SERVO 17-120mm EF-mount, CINE-SERVO 50-1000mm EF-Mount and COMPACT SERVO 18-80mm lenses, Auto Iris and Push Iris when using CINE-SERVO 17-120mm EF-mount, CINE-SERVO 50-1000mm EF-Mount and COMPACT SERVO 18-80mm lenses and Peripheral Illumination Correction when using the new EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM lens.

The EOS C300 Digital Cinema Camera (PL-Mount) updates will allow various functions such as support for the WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter and Shutter Angle Priority.
To learn more about the firmware updates, please visit usa.canon.com/nabny2016firmware.

These firmware updates are scheduled to be available on December 13, 2016. To see these products with the firmware updates mentioned above at NAB Show New York 2016, visit Canon U.S.A., Inc. at Booth #1133. Follow Canon throughout the show on Instagram at @CanonUSA and Twitter at @CanonUSApro.

Leonardo DiCaprio Used Canon C300 Mark II Camera For 'Before The Flood' Documentary

Canon Cinema EOS C300 Mark II camera

* * *  Canon C300 and C300 Mark II camera firmware updates  * * *

MELVILLE, N.Y., October 28, 2016 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce that Academy Award winners Leonardo DiCaprio and Fisher Stevens chose Canon EOS Digital Cinema cameras and lenses, including the Cinema EOS C300 Mark II camera, for their new documentary Before the Flood. Directed by Stevens and produced by DiCaprio, the film presents a riveting account of the dramatic changes now occurring around the world due to climate change, as well as the actions individuals and society can take to help prevent catastrophic disruption on our planet. Before the Flood premieres on National Geographic Channel this Sunday, October 30th at 9 pm ET/8 pm CT in 171 countries and 45 languages. Coinciding with the television premiere, Before the Flood will also be released commercial free on a number of digital and streaming platforms around the world, including NatGeoTV.com and Nat Geo TV Apps.

The two filmmakers, known for their environmentally themed documentaries, joined forces for Before the Flood’s two-year production, which follows U.N. Messenger of Peace DiCaprio as he travels to five continents and the Arctic speaking to scientists, world leaders, activists and local residents to gain a deeper understanding of the complex issue of climate change and investigates concrete solutions to the most pressing environmental challenge of our time.

“Canon is honored to have been selected as the camera and lenses of choice in the creation of this documentary,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Viewers will see on Sunday, with the clarity of the imagery produced with Cinema EOS products, a compelling picture of the current environmental conditions around the world.” To capture the stunning visuals of the documentary, cinematographer Antonio Rossi relied on a mix of Canon EOS Digital Cinema cameras. He began production with the EOS C500 and EOS-1D C Digital Cinema Cameras, the latter often rigged to a handheld camera stabilizer. They shot portions of the documentary in RAW 4K using the EOS C500 camera in conjunction with an external recorder.

When the EOS C300 Mark II camera was introduced, the production adopted it as their new “A” camera. “The switch to the C300 Mark II camera was seamless and easy, and we were happy to have on-board 4K recording as well as extended color gamut options,” Rossi said. “Overall, we found that Canon Cinema EOS cameras were the perfect tools for this project, as they enabled us to shoot in a variety of configurations while maintaining a consistently beautiful look and image quality.” Before the Flood mixes interviews with some of the most influential world leaders, with chilling but beautiful footage from locations impacted by our changing global climate. Rossi and his team traveled north of the Arctic Circle to Greenland and to Canada’s Baffin Island to show the rapid ice melts, as well as to Sumatra to capture some palm oil farmers burning rain forest habitat, among other shooting locations.

Rossi primarily outfitted his cameras with the Canon CN-E 30-105mm T2.8 compact zoom lens and the CN-E 17-120mm T2.95-3.9 CINE-SERVO lens.

“Before the Flood is vital viewing for anyone who has any doubts about humanity’s role in global climate change,” Rossi said. “Working with Fisher Stevens and Leonardo DiCaprio on the film was a magical and elucidating journey.” 

Canon Debuts 8K Prototype Camera at Photokina 2016

At the Photokina 2016, Canon displayed a modified Cinema C300 Mark II camcorder prototype with a 8K Super 35mm sensor. It shoots 8K RAW files at 60 fps. One hour of footage will generate over 10 TB of data. Read my earlier post on Canon's 8K camera projects.

Canon EOS C300 Mark II Firmware 1.0.4.1.00 Announced

I am back from my Alaska/Canada Wildlife Photo Tour. It was my annual shoot and this time I put the Canon EOS-1D X Mark II camera to more real world tests. In addition to the EOS-1D X Mark II, I brought the EOS-7D Mark II, EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II and EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II lens. You can see my equipment bag and more of my works on MichaelDanielHo.com.

Beginning to get back to my daily routine and keeping my readers up to date on the latest photography news while I was away. There is a new firmware update for the Canon EOS C300 Mark II camcorder. Click here to download the software from Canon. The price for this camera has recently been reduced.

Firmware Version 1.0.4.1.00 incorporates the following updates :

• Adds Canon Log 3.
• Reduces Canon Log 2 noise in dark areas.
• Enables magnification to be used even during recording.
• The following features are enabled when these lenses are attached: CN7x17 KAS S/E1*3, CN-E18-80mm T4.4 L IS KAS S or CN20x50 IAS H/E1.
• Enables autofocus using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF function. (Not applicable to the CN20x50 IAS H/E1 lens)
• Enables the joystick on the camera’s grip unit to be set to operate the zoom.
• Enables control of iris to be set to manual operation, and control of focus, zoom and iris using the separately-sold Remote Controller RC-V100.
• Enables automatic aperture and push auto iris functions.
• Enables retrieval of metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached, and display of metadata on the camera,
• Enables Dual Pixel Function when these lenses are attached: CN7x17 KAS S/E1 lens, CN-E18-80mm T4.4 L IS KAS S lens or any of the EF cinema prime lenses.
• Adds peripheral illumination/chromatic aberration correction for the following lenses:
• COMPACT-SERVO lenses: CN-E18-80mm T4.4 L IS KAS S
• CINE-SERVO lenses: CN20x50 IAS H/E1
• EF lenses: EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM, EF 50mm f/1.8 STM and EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM.
• Enhances menu operations so that settings related to resolution/color sampling, etc. are retained to the extent possible when changing recording settings such as the frame rate.
• Supports ACESproxy (ACES 1.0).
• Alleviates the black-dot phenomenon that appears in the periphery of high-brightness light sources.

Caution :

• You cannot perform the firmware update using CFast 2.0 cards. Please use a commercially available SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card that is 64MB or more for the firmware update.
• Firmware version 1.0.4.1.00 is for updating Cinema EOS C300 Mark II cameras running firmware version 1.0.0.1.00 – 1.0.3.1.00. If your camera’s firmware is already version 1.0.4.1.00, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the camera is updated to the latest version, it cannot be restored to a previous version.
• For further information, please refer to the latest version of the unit’s Instruction Manual that is released with the firmware update.

Canon Cinema EOS C300 Mark II $11,999 / C100 Mark II $3,999

Canon EOS Cinema C100 Mark II camcorder

Canon announced the C300 Mk II in April of 2015. The C300 Mk II camcorder is a professional camcorder with 4K video capability. Below are two comprehensive video look of the camera. The list price is $15,999 but now one can buy the camera for $11,999, a $4,000 discount. The EOS Cinema C100 Mark II is now selling for $3,999, a $1,500 discount from the list price of $5,499. Check with your Canon dealer and save. 

Larry Thorpe, Senior Fellow from the Professional Engineering & Solutions Division of Canon USA, has put out a series of detailed white papers on the EOS C300 Mk II. It will be most useful for those planning to buy or use this camcorder in the very near future. Click on the papers below to down them in PDF format.

Image Performance Enhancements

The new camera is intended to significantly extend the overall image performance of HD beyond that of the C300 while further supporting the alternative 2K cinema format. A 15-stop dynamic range is provided by a new photodiode design that simultaneously lowers the noise floor while elevating the saturation level – offering excellent HDR functionality and much more.

Extended Recording Capabilities

The new C300 Mark II camcorder offers significantly elevated video performance and expanded operational capabilities. Unlike its predecessor, the C300 Mark II offers a choice of 2K or HD. Most important, it greatly extends on-board recording capabilities by deploying a new codec based upon the more advanced MPEG-4 H.264 Advanced Video Coding (AVC) compression algorithm.

Ergonomic and Operational Enhancements

From the extraordinary diversity of productions done with a large body of C300 camcorders around the globe for the ensuing four years a great deal of commentary and suggestions based upon those shooting experiences were gathered, the new EOS C300 Mark II embodies many of these suggestions while also incorporating innovative enhancements to both imaging and recording capabilities. On-set systemization has been greatly enhanced by a coordinated design with a new on-set 4K reference display.

What Constitutes a High Performance 4K Lens?

A 4K lens must anticipated a wide range of productions – including theatrical motion pictures, major television dramas and episodics, commercials, and a diverse range of non-entertainment origination. So what are the performance parameters that collectively define 4K optical performance? The following paper will enumerate these parameters and discuss user expectations.

Personality of the Canon Cinema EOS Lens - Design Strategies

The newer generation of Cinema EOS lenses came from multiple optical design resources within Canon, such as our EF Lens and Broadcast Lens designs.

Personality of the Canon Cinema EOS Lens - Image Sharpness

A design goal with the Cinema zoom lenses was to achieve an overall optical performance that would equate with the best of contemporary prime lenses over their respective focal lengths. Learn more about how these Cinema zoom lenses maintain their sharpness in a close-up or while zoomed out.

Personality of the Canon Cinema EOS Lens - Color Reproduction

The new generation of Canon Cinema lenses paid high attention to optimizing color reproduction of the lens-camera system, such as how it reproduces skin tones of various ethnicities.

The Promise of 4K Video

The advent of 4K cinema brings about changes to cameras, lenses, post-production and the home viewing experience. Explore each implication in-depth and see what this digital image format offers.

EOS C300 Best Practices Guide

More of a handy reference PDF than a technical White Paper, this practical guide offers straightforward tips, how-to, and best practices for preparing the EOS C300 for shooting.

Canon C300 Mark II Meets EBU HD and UHD Classification

Canon C300 Mark II camcorder

Canon EOS C300 Mark II meets EBU HD and UHD classification

United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, 18th February 2016 – Canon today announces that the EOS C300 Mark II digital cinema camera has been independently tested in accordance with European Broadcast Union (EBU) recommendations for both HD and UHD content acquisition¹. The report recognises image capture of up to 15 stops of dynamic range using Canon Log2 and qualifies the EOS C300 Mark II for R.118 Tier 1 in HD and Tier 2 in UHD².

The new gamma Canon Log2 has been designed specifically for the C300 Mark II’s new 8.85MP Super 35mm CMOS sensor. Having access to this high dynamic range gives users the creative freedom to produce more compelling visuals. Combined with the EOS C300 Mark II’s built-in noise reduction functionality, filmmakers have the ability to shoot almost anywhere, capturing low-noise footage in many challenging shooting scenarios.

The EBU exists to serve 73 broadcasters across 56 countries in understanding which technology is best suited to certain tasks. The UK’s Digital Production Partnership (DPP) broadcasters use these recommendations to ensure their content meets a minimum threshold. This is especially important when a compressed image needs to survive editing, grading, encoding and transmission before it reaches audiences in its final pictures.

“Testing our cameras using the European Broadcast Union’s methodology is a very important step for us,” said Austin Freshwater, Director, Professional Imaging at Canon UK. “With the EOS C300 Mark II, we aimed to design a camera that lets both filmmakers and broadcast producers realise their creative vision. It’s because of this commitment that the EOS C300 Mark II offers users the very best image quality and we’re incredibly pleased that these test results back that up.”

The EOS C300 Mark II follows Canon’s XC10 video camera that also qualifies for R.118 Tier 1 HD as tested in September last year. Alongside this, the EOS C300 Mark II joins several of Canon’s high-end professional broadcast cameras that meet the criteria defined by the EBU, including its predecessor the Canon EOS C300, the Canon XF305 and the Canon EOS-1D C.

To download the full report please visit : https://tech.ebu.ch/docs/tech/tech3335_s18.pdf

For more information on the Canon EOS C300 Mark II please visit : http://www.canon.co.uk/for_home/product_finder/digital_cinema/cinema_eos_cameras/eos_c300_mark_ii/

¹ EBU Tech 3335: Methods of measuring the imaging performance of television cameras for the purposes of characterisation and setting (http://tech.ebu.ch/docs/tech/tech3335.pdf)
² EBU Recommendation R.118: Tiering of High Definition Cameras (http://tech.ebu.ch/docs/r/r118.pdf)

Lens Mount Updates Available for EOS C300 Mark II Camera

Canon EOS C300 Mark II 4K camcorder

The following notice is from Canon Professional Network, Europe concerning the C300 Mark II 4K camcorder. Last month, there was an issue with some cameras experiencing skipped frames. The matter is being looked into by Canon.

Owners and purchasers of the Canon EOS C300 Mark II camcorder can now benefit from a new lens mount service option which offers the capability to change the 4K Digital Cinema Camera’s original EF mount to EF Mount with Cinema Lock or to a PL mount and back again.

The Lens Mount Replacement service can be booked in at the Canon Regional Competence Centres (RCC) in France, Germany, Italy, Sweden or the UK. Alternatively, the PL lens mount and SHIM kit are also available for direct sale.

Canon has also revealed that from early 2016 a PL mount version of the C300 Mark II will be available to purchase in all EMEA territories. Up until now the camera has only been available in an EF mount but by January 2016 customers can choose whether to purchase an EF mount or a PL mount version. The upcoming PL mount version of the camera will provide support for all of Canon’s PL mount Cinema lenses and other industry-standard PL lenses (Cooke/i not supported), thus allowing for even greater shooting possibilities.

HOW TO ARRANGE A LENS MOUNT REPLACEMENT OR PURCHASE SPARE PARTS

From November 16, 2015, owners will have the option to either send their EOS C300 Mark II to an RCC (either directly or via a local Canon Authorised Service Provider) in order to perform the Lens Mount Service or to purchase a PL Lens Mount and/or SHIM kit directly for self-installation or installation by an RCC.

If choosing to send the camera to a Canon RCC, the following service options will be available:

Mount Replacement Service

If you choose to purchase a PL Lens Mount directly, or would like to revert the camera back to the original EF mount from a previous mount change, the RCCs will be able perform the mount replacement using your purchased or original Lens Mount.

Mount Replacement Service & Mount

Depending on your requirements, the applicable RCC will supply & install either an EF Mount with Cinema Lock Lens Mount or a PL Lens Mount.

Mount Replacement Service & Mount & Shim Kit

Depending on your requirements, the applicable RCC will supply & install either an EF Mount with Cinema Lock Lens Mount or a PL Lens Mount. A SHIM kit will also be supplied for self-installation.
To book in a camera for a Lens Mount Service or to enquire about purchasing a PL mount or SHIM kit directly (including spare part pricing information), please contact the relevant RCC by e-mail. Details of the correct RCC to contact, depending on where you are located, are listed below:

Canon RCC France

For customers in France, Belgium and Luxembourg. Please email cps.services@cf.canon.fr.

Canon RCC Germany

For customers based in Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain and Switzerland. Please email cps.services@canon.de.

Canon RCC Italy

For customers based in Italy, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Malta, Romania and Slovenia. Please email rccit.cps.service@canon-europe.com.

Canon RCC Sweden

For customers based in Sweden, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania and Norway. Please email cps.support@canon.se.

Canon RCC UK

For customers based in the UK and Ireland. Please email cci_servicecentre@cuk.canon.co.uk.
Owners whose country is not mentioned above will be unable to take advantage of the Lens Mount Replacement Services. An option to purchase the Spare Parts directly, however, is available. Please contact a local Canon Video Service Centre for more information.

All Lens Mount Upgrade Services will be available at a fixed price and invoices will be issued in the local currency of the RCC that performs the service. The price, excluding VAT, for each service are outlined below:

Service Type

Mount Replacement Service - €450, £330, SEK 4220

Mount Replacement Service & Mount

This service does not include SHIM parts - €1200, £880, SEK 11245

Mount Replacement Service & Mount & Shim Kit

This service just includes the supply of SHIM parts, they will not be fitted - €1350, £990, SEK 12650

Please note : the prices quoted above may be subject to change and exclude VAT and inbound shipping. The prices are inclusive of outbound shipment & Cash On Delivery Surcharges (if applicable).


EOS C300 MARK II WHITE PAPERS NOW AVAILABLE

Users and potential users of the EOS C300 Mark II can also now discover much more about the capabilities of the camera thanks to three, new downloadable white papers written by Larry Thorpe (Senior Fellow, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Professional Engineering & Solutions Division, Canon USA). The white papers are titled ‘Image Performance Enhancements in the EOS C300 Mark II’, ‘Extended Recording Capabilities in the EOS C300 Mark II’ and ‘Ergonomic and Operational Enhancements to the EOS C300 Mark II’.

If you want to find out more and download these and other white papers just click here to visit the Canon USA Digital Learning Centre (DLC) or click the links on right hand side of this page to download the specific EOS C300 Mark II white papers. The Canon USA DLC also offers additional, downloadable white papers on the Canon Cinema EOS System via the link above.

Canon Addresses CinemaEOS C300 Mk II Skipped Frame Issue

Canon CinemaEOS C300 Mark II camcorder

* * *  Canon has added lens mount updates to the C300 Mark II camera  * * *

Canon is addressing the issue regarding the phenomenon of Skipped Frames in footage recorded in Slow Motion on some EOS C300 Mark II Cinema Cameras. For a Canon USA White Paper on this camcorder, click here.

Thank you for using Canon products. We have become aware that there may be cases of skipped frames in footage recorded in slow motion on the EOS C300 Mark II Digital Cinema Camera. Customer support for this phenomenon is described below.

We would like to offer our sincere apologies to users for the inconvenience caused by this phenomenon. Going forward, we will spare no effort in our quality management to make sure our customers can use our products with confidence.

Phenomenon

Except as provided below, footage recorded in slow motion in Slow & Fast Motion Recording Mode, in 4K and 2K/HD, and at all frame rates, may have skipped frames.

This phenomenon does not occur for slow motion recording at the following settings: 2K/HD recording at 59.94P & 50.00P frame rates.

Affected Product

EOS C300 Mark II Digital Cinema Camera. Cameras with firmware version 1.0.0.1.00 are affected.

The camera’s firmware version can be checked from [System Setup] on the menu.

Press the MENU button, then select [System Setup] > [Firmware] > [Camera].

Support

We are planning to release new firmware that incorporates a fix for this phenomenon in early November.

Once the new firmware is ready, we will make an announcement on our website. If you wish to use the slow motion recording function before that time, please contact the Canon Service Center.

This information is for residents of the United States and Puerto Rico only. If you do not reside in the USA or Puerto Rico, please contact the Canon Customer Support Center in your region.

If you have not already done so, please register your Canon C300 Mark II Digital Cinema Camera. By registering, we will be able to notify you via email about future service upgrades.

Canon CinemaEOS C300 Mk II shipping Now

The Magic Bus

* * *  Read the latest post on my South Africa Wildlife Tour  * * *

Just flew in from LA on BA on the Airbus A380. These double decker behemoths are great planes. I have flown them to Asia, Europe and Africa. They are quieter than the Boeing 747-8 jumbos.

Flying into the bush tomorrow for the start of my South Africa Wildlife Photo Tour. The much anticipated and acclaimed Canon Cinema C300 Mk II camcorder is finally shipping. You can read a series of white papers put out by Canon on this excellent piece of equipment.

I will be quite busy and tired once the wildlife tour starts but will try and post a few things whenever I get the chance and WiFi signal. Visit MichaelDanielHo.com to see photos from my past trips.

Canon USA White Papers on EOS C300 Mk II camcorder

Canon CinemaEOS C300 Mk II camcorder

* * *  Canon CinemaEOS C300 Mk II camcorders are here  * * *

Canon announced the C300 Mk II in April of 2015. The C300 Mk II camcorder is a professional camcorder with 4K capability. Below are two comprehensive video look of the camera.  

Larry Thorpe, Senior Fellow from the Professional Engineering & Solutions Division of Canon USA, has put out a series of detailed white papers on the EOS C300 Mk II. It will be most useful for those planning to buy or use this camcorder in the very near future. Click on the papers below to down them in PDF format.

Image Performance Enhancements

The new camera is intended to significantly extend the overall image performance of HD beyond that of the C300 while further supporting the alternative 2K cinema format. A 15-stop dynamic range is provided by a new photodiode design that simultaneously lowers the noise floor while elevating the saturation level – offering excellent HDR functionality and much more.

Extended Recording Capabilities

The new C300 Mark II camcorder offers significantly elevated video performance and expanded operational capabilities. Unlike its predecessor, the C300 Mark II offers a choice of 2K or HD. Most important, it greatly extends on-board recording capabilities by deploying a new codec based upon the more advanced MPEG-4 H.264 Advanced Video Coding (AVC) compression algorithm.

Ergonomic and Operational Enhancements

From the extraordinary diversity of productions done with a large body of C300 camcorders around the globe for the ensuing four years a great deal of commentary and suggestions based upon those shooting experiences were gathered, the new EOS C300 Mark II embodies many of these suggestions while also incorporating innovative enhancements to both imaging and recording capabilities. On-set systemization has been greatly enhanced by a coordinated design with a new on-set 4K reference display.

What Constitutes a High Performance 4K Lens?

A 4K lens must anticipated a wide range of productions – including theatrical motion pictures, major television dramas and episodics, commercials, and a diverse range of non-entertainment origination. So what are the performance parameters that collectively define 4K optical performance? The following paper will enumerate these parameters and discuss user expectations.

Personality of the Canon Cinema EOS Lens - Design Strategies

The newer generation of Cinema EOS lenses came from multiple optical design resources within Canon, such as our EF Lens and Broadcast Lens designs.

Personality of the Canon Cinema EOS Lens - Image Sharpness

A design goal with the Cinema zoom lenses was to achieve an overall optical performance that would equate with the best of contemporary prime lenses over their respective focal lengths. Learn more about how these Cinema zoom lenses maintain their sharpness in a close-up or while zoomed out.

Personality of the Canon Cinema EOS Lens - Color Reproduction

The new generation of Canon Cinema lenses paid high attention to optimizing color reproduction of the lens-camera system, such as how it reproduces skin tones of various ethnicities.

The Promise of 4K Video

The advent of 4K cinema brings about changes to cameras, lenses, post-production and the home viewing experience. Explore each implication in-depth and see what this digital image format offers.

EOS C300 Best Practices Guide

More of a handy reference PDF than a technical White Paper, this practical guide offers straightforward tips, how-to, and best practices for preparing the EOS C300 for shooting.

Canon Announced CJ12ex4.3B 4K Zoom Lens

Canon CJ12ex4.3B 4K zoom lens

London, UK, 25 August 2015 – Canon today unveils the CJ12ex4.3B, a new 2/3” portable 4K zoom lens with the world’s widest focal length – an incredible 4.3mm, designed for professionals shooting interviews or live broadcast, including sport and news. Canon also today announces that it is developing a new compact 2/3” 4K all-purpose-zoom lens. Further bolstering Canon’s 4K broadcast lens range for cameras employing 2/3” sensors, the versatile new lens will be optimised for both indoor and outdoor shooting, across a variety of applications including, sporting events, live broadcasts, as well as television dramas and commercials.

Outstanding 4K optical performance

Leveraging Canon’s renowned heritage in optical design and advanced technologies, the CJ12ex4.3B delivers outstanding 4K image quality throughout the entire 12x optical zoom range. Providing the freedom to quickly adapt to different shooting environments, the new lens enables shooters to swiftly move from an ultra-wide 4.3mm angle shot to close ups, whilst ensuring first-class image quality from the very centre to the edge. A built-in 2x extender also helps provides even greater focal reach, whilst still maintaining 4K optical performance.

To further provide sharp, high contrast images, the CJ12ex4.3B includes an increased use of fluorite and UD glass combined with Canon’s expert coatings, resulting in exceptional control over ghosting and flare. A new three group internal focus system also reduces focus breathing.

Exceptional portability and flexible operation

Boasting a brand new design, the CJ12ex4.3B is compact and lightweight, weighing just 2.1kg, making it similar in size and weight to a comparable 2/3” HD lens. Ideal for on-shoulder shooting traditionally adopted by news gatherers, the lens can easily be used on-the-go, and with an ergonomic design and grip, it is comfortable to hold for longer periods of time. The lens also incorporates three 20-pin connectors for easy integration with existing HD zoom/focus controllers and can be directly connected to an external virtual operation system at the same time.

Featuring a Digital Drive Unit, the CJ12ex4.3B offers advanced operability giving users the freedom to select repeatable zoom positions and speeds, in addition to focus and iris settings. A 16-bit absolute value encoder integrated into the Digital Drive Unit allows operators to start shooting with the camera’s aberration compensation function in an instant, without the need for any initialisation. This is perfect for news and wildlife environments where action can disappear as quickly as it started. A digital display, built into the Digital Drive Unit, also makes it easy to set, review and adjust vital functions in a way similar to 2/3” HD lenses.

Key features CJ12ex4.3B :

• 4K resolution 2/3” portable wide angle lens with 12x zoom
• Exceptional 4.3mm focal length at the wide end extends to 52mm (104mm using the built-in 2x extender)
• Stunning optical performance right to the edge of the image when paired with a 2/3” 4K compatible camera
• Combines 4K quality with lightweight design and compact size comparable to HD lenses for comfortable on-shoulder shooting
• Sustained 4K performance even when using the built-in 2x extender
• Proven, high-quality 16-bit encoder captures precise information on zoom, focus and iris and allows support for aberration correction immediately on start-up
• 3 20-pin connectors make for effortless use with existing Canon HD lens accessories and virtual systems