Canon Professional Services Hospitality Suite at 2015 NAB Show

Canon Professional Services will once again host the Canon Hospitality Suite at NAB 2015. The Canon Hospitality Suite will be open to all NAB show attendees and will feature complimentary Clean & Check service for Canon professional products. The Clean & Check service is limited to (2) Canon EOS DSLR bodies or EF/ EF-S lenses, or (1) Cinema EOS product or (1) XF professional camcorder. All items are taken on a first-come, first-served basis and same-day service is not guaranteed.

The Canon Hospitality Suite will also include an exclusive product showcase highlighting Canon’s full professional line-up and Canon professional product reps will be available to provide product demonstrations and answer questions.

The Canon Hospitality Suite is located in room C201, just a short trip from Canon’s booth (C4325) in a private CPS elevator.

Show Special Registration Promotion!

As a bonus, sign up, renew, or upgrade a Gold, Platinum, or Cinema CPS membership in the Canon Hospitality Suite at NAB 2015 and receive an additional Canon Maintenance Service (CMS) redeemable at any Factory Service Center. Registration kiosks will be available in the Canon Hospitality Suite throughout the show.

Please read! Important information about registering for CPS :

To expedite your registration process, please sign-up, renew or upgrade your CPS membership prior to the show. To enroll, renew or upgrade membership please visit our website at cps.usa.canon.com and click the “LOGIN/REGISTER” tab. To enroll follow the instructions for “New User” or to renew or upgrade follow the instructions for “Returning User”. Be sure to print out your confirmation page as it must be presented to a CPS representative to receive the bonus Canon Maintenance Service (CMS).

To sign up in the Canon Hospitality Suite at the show, serial numbers for all qualifying CPS products must be supplied. (See full list of applicable products at www.cps.usa.canon.com). Equipment information must be entered at our registration kiosk in the Canon Hospitality Suite where a representative will be on hand to assist you.

Dates and Hours of Operation :

Monday April 13, 2015 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday April 14, 2015 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday April 15, 2015 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday April 16, 2015 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
(Gear pick up only, no new items)

(All times indicated are local time and schedule/content subject to change without prior notice)

See www.cps.usa.canon.com for full details regarding program and membership.

Canon Virtual EOS C100 Mk II Menu Simulator

Canon Digital Learning Center has posted a virtual Cinema EOS C100 Mk II Menu Simulator for those who want to try out the camera online. This new camera will be featured at the 2015 NAB Show in Las Vegas on April 13.

Canon Developing High-magnification 4K Field Zoom Lens

TOKYO, April 2, 2015 - Canon Inc. announced today the company is currently developing a high-zoom-ratio, long-focal-length field zoom lens that realizes exceptional imaging performance for use with 4K-capable broadcast cameras employing 2/3-inch sensors. Canon will exhibit a prototype of the 4K field zoom lens at the 2015 NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) Show, to be held from April 13 to 16 in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.A.

As 4K-resolution content, which traces its beginnings to the movie-production industry, continues to gain ground in the broadcasting industry, initiatives are currently underway to implement 4K broadcasting in countries around the world with an increasing number of professionals making use of equipment supporting 4K production.

The new 4K field zoom lens is being developed as a new model in Canon’s DIGISUPER series of studio and field broadcasting lenses, which have garnered high acclaim from professionals in the industry. In addition to realizing a high level of imaging performance supporting the capture of 4K-resolution video, the new lens will feature specifications and a body size that ensure a high level of operability and ease of use that are on a par with Canon’s HD broadcast lens models, making it ideal for a wide range of applications, including sports and live concert telecasts.

Although details regarding product specifications and pricing are yet to be decided, Canon is aiming to commercialize the 4K field zoom lens in late 2015, positioning it as the first model in the Company’s new UHD-DIGISUPER series of lenses that brings together Canon’s latest optical technologies for use with 4K-capable and other next-generation broadcast cameras. In this way, Canon will continue responding to the needs of a wide range of users by further strengthening its broadcast lens lineup.

Canon Announced The Cinema EOS-C700X Camera

Canon U.S.A. today announced the revolutionary Cinema EOS-C700x Professional 4K Camera System, with a new CMOS Super-35 extended-size sensor, showcasing their most advanced ultra low-noise EOS imaging system.

With a Global Shutter that does away with line-skew and containing 1.3x larger photosites than our previous EOS-C500, EOS-C300 and EOS-1D C cameras, the EOS-C700x camera offers premier quality cinema imaging with up to 15 stops of latitude for the highest dynamic range and superior color reproduction even in ultra low-light situations. True color 4k RAW 4:4:4 YCrCb and RGB at 14-bit color depth is the new baseline of quality for Canon's EOS Cinema series of cameras.

Leaping forward in cinema production technology, we are also introducing the numerous additions and improvements to base user functionality and the latest in high-resolution and high frame rate video recording and web-streaming options. Hot-Swappable Compact Flash Card and Hard Disk Recording Cartridges Canon introduces the CTF-701 and the CTH-702 ThunderBolt video cartridge system which allows EOS-C700x users to record multi-format video onto three internal compact flash cards or three 2.5" hard disks at multi-terabyte capacities. These cartridges are inserted into the EOS C700x camera body to allow sequential recording onto three drives, recording of three copies of the same program for maximum data safety and backup capability, or record one video stream into three different container formats, frame sizes and frame rates for maximum production flexibility. These ThunderBolt-connected cartridges can be quickly hot-swapped so that recording is not interrupted. With an aggregate data rate of up to 20 Gbps, the fastest data recording speeds are supported at the highest levels of video and audio quality.

Containing three removable 128GB, 256GB or 512GB high-speed Compact Flash Cards (CTF-701) or three removable 1TB, 2TB or 3TB 2.5" 15mm hard disks (CTH-702), a large number of recording options is now available for balancing media cost, recording times and connectivity during your production and post-production phases. Multi-format Recording and Live Streaming. The EOS C700x camera now has multi-format recording capability with recording full resolution 4096 x 2160p 60fps video to MOV, AVI and MPEG4/MPEG2 container file formats using full 4:4:4 color sampling. We also include 2048 x 1920p, 1080p, 720p and other more web-centric recording formats at multiple frame rates for maximum post-production and web streaming flexibility. Higher frames including 2048 x 1080p and 1920 x 1080p @ 120 fps, ultra slow-motion 1280 x 720p and 1024 x 768p @ 150 fps, 960 x 540p @ 240 fps, 640 x 480p @ 300 fps and even 512 x 512p at 600 fps is now supported.

In addition, live streaming of full size and full frame rate CLEAN video through the HDMI, 3G-SDI and DisplayPort connectors allows for ultimate flexibility in external recording options and video monitoring capabilities. We have extended the ability to stream, monitor and record during live productions using the built-in 801.11ac Wireless EOS Webserver to allow up to 8 users or devices to each receive a combined Video/Audio/Metadata stream of up to 100 Mbps. A built-in RJ45-Cat-6 Gigabit Ethernet connector and 20 Gbps ThunderBolt connector extends that functionality to high-speed wired networks, attached network storage and external digital video recording peripherals. Critical Focus Video Monitor The newest Canon EOS C700x monitoring unit now has one of the clearest and sharpest high resolution color OLED video displays today. At 1920 x 1080 this display is ideal for your critical focusing needs during live multi-camera and single-camera cinema productions. Attached to the EOS C700x carrying handle, the bright, high-dynamic range OLED video display provides a superior color rendition that makes the EOS C700x a joy to use during fixed-base and hand-held operation.

With the New Metadata Extensions, Canon introduces the Open Format EOS XML METADA SPECIFICATION 1.0, which allows all newer Canon Cinema series, professional broadcast series and DSLR cameras to send and receive critical Metadata via built-in data ports and embedded within the AVI, MOV and MPEG4/MPEG2 container file formats. Production-specific metadata such as camera type, production and personnel information, system setup and more, is recorded at the beginning of each press of the record button while clock time, time code, elapsed time, GPS location data, 3D-XYZ orientation, 3D depth map data and custom user data is recorded for every frame within a separate metadata track that can be extracted and saved into various spreadhseet, delimited text, XML and database formats for post-production and on-set production needs. The metadata is also streamed out LIVE through the USB 3.0 port and via the metadata extensions outlined within the latest HDMI and DisplayPort specifications.

The onboard 3D-XYZ MEMS Orientation Sensor and onboard GPS Location Sensor ensure that production and post-production personnel know when, where and how the camera was positioned within 3D space. With the addition of the RFID tag sensor, Up to 128 talent and on-set objects can queried wirelessly up to 200 metres away to find out their GPS position, 3D orientation and dates/times on your production sets. That production metadata is also saved into the output container files and also streamed live out the camera's HDMI, DisplayPort, RJ45 and USB 3.0 data ports. Four-Channel Audio at 24-Bit, 192 Khz Sampling Canon has upped the audio quality level in the new EOS C700x via the four onboard balanced XLR connectors that have their line-or-mic level signals digitized at up to 24-bits at 192 kHz using custom Digital Signal Processors and premium Analog-to-Digital converters. This premium audio quality makes the EOS C700x perfect for large scale productions.

Further announcements from Canon with additional specs, list price and estimated delivery schedule will be forthcoming at the 2015 NAB Show from April 13 to 16 in Las Vegas.

Canon USA Exhibits At 2015 NAB Show

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MELVILLE, N.Y., March 26, 2015 – At the 2015 NAB Show in Las Vegas, NV, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, will showcase its full line of professional, high definition imaging equipment for motion picture, television production, video content creation, and still photography at booth C432. During the 2015 NAB Show, Canon will feature a live 4K Workflow Demonstration where visitors will have the opportunity to interact with industry-leading colorists and editors in a 4K HDR (High Dynamic Range) and DI (Digital Intermediate) suite. Visitors will also have the opportunity to demo the full range of Canon Cinema, HD Video and DSLR cameras, Cinema Lenses, including the Cine-Servo 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 lens and Broadcast HDTV lenses, such as the new HJ24ex7.5B HD ENG lens, through various simulated shooting situations in three different shooting galleries. Canon will also feature a 4K frame-grab demonstration where professional photographers will utilize the Canon Cinema EOS-1D C camera to deliver still images from 4K video.

Live educational sessions will demonstrate the benefits of Canon’s Dual Pixel autofocus technology for various shooting scenarios. In addition, images taken with the new EOS 5DS 50.6 megapixel high resolution Digital SLR camera will be printed on site on the imagePROGRAF iPF8400 printer, and displayed as wall wraps to highlight the detailed and high quality images that can be taken with the new DSLR.

Throughout the 2015 NAB Show, Canon will host a series of unique stage presentations with renowned cinematographers, broadcast specialists, and filmmakers on the Canon Live Stage. These industry professionals will provide insight into the ever-changing field of optical and imaging technology and showcase their projects and works that were shot using Canon equipment, as well as share best practices and real-world applications for utilizing Canon technology.

Highlighting the Company’s strength and achievements in the realm of optical technologies, Canon will exhibit all 125 of its current EF, Cinema and BCTV lenses. This dedicated optics section of the booth will include technology displays to help educate visitors on the intricate systems that help make Canon lenses such powerful tools.

Show attendees are also welcome to view stunning clips of recent award-winning content shot on Canon Cinema EOS equipment in the Company’s 90-seat Theater.

Canon 4K Reference Displays will be featured throughout the booth, including a non-linear editing system demonstrating the display’s compatibility with various digital cinema camera solutions as well as ACES color grading capabilities.

Professional cinematographers in need of a fast, easy way to print images for scene continuity or to preserve highlights of a recently completed project will appreciate learning about the convenience and versatility of Canon’s high-quality imagePROGRAF and PIXMA Pro inkjet printers.

Canon’s Education Team will be hosting in-booth guest speaker seminars and workshops throughout the 2015 NAB Show. The aforementioned guest speakers have collaborated with Canon in the past to develop educational content, and will be conducting user-focused product and workflow demonstrations, as well as question and answer sessions with attendees.

For more information and updates regarding the Canon Live Learning speaker schedule please visit: http://usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/standard_display/nab2015

Canon’s Professional Services (CPS) will again be hosting the Canon Hospitality Suite. Located in Room C201, the Canon Hospitality Suite is open to all NAB tradeshow attendees with priority support for CPS Gold, Platinum, Cinema, and Enterprise members. After checking in at the CPS kiosk in the Canon Booth, visitors to the suite, located just off of the trade show floor, can experience Canon’s commitment to service and support for the professional imaging community.

Suite visitors will also be able to chat with Canon experts about Canon’s exciting developments in cinema, video and DSLR technology and Canon technical representatives will be on-hand to provide product consultations. Gold, Platinum, Cinema, and Enterprise CPS members can take advantage of the complimentary on-site Clean & Check Service (limited to two current* Canon DSLR bodies or lenses or one current* Cinema product or XF professional video camcorder registered to a member’s CPS account). Show attendees will also have the opportunity to sign up for Canon CPS membership. Product serial numbers for qualifying CPS equipment will be needed in order to process on-site membership applications. For restrictions and additional information, please visit www.cps.usa.canon.com.

The Canon Hospitality Suite hosted by CPS will be open April 13th from 10:00am to 6:00pm, April 14th through April 15th from 9:00am to 6:00pm and April 16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm.