New
Canon Super 35mm CMOS Sensor
Modeled on the Super 35mm 3-perf motion picture film
standard, the Canon CMOS sensor has an active image size of 24.4 x 13.5mm. It
uses 3840 (H) x 2160 (V) photosites to perform the crucial optoelectronic
transformation of digital imaging. Each photosite is a generous 6.4 x 6.4
micrometers in area and each has a microlens that ensures the highest
efficiency in light transfer to the individual photodiode. Proprietary
technologies within the photosite simultaneously lower the image sensor noise
floor while enhancing the photon capacity of the photodiode - a combination
that assures superb dynamic range. The image sensor employs an innovative
readout technique that delivers full bandwidth individual RGB video components
without the need for any debayering algorithms. Each of these components has a
1920 (H) x 1080 (V) sampling structure at up to 60 frames. From these original
video components, a 1080-line 60i format or a 1280 (H) x 720 (V) at 60P HD
format are selectively derived.
Canon
DIGIC DV III Image Processor
Designed and built by Canon for the highest HD RGB
processing, the DIGIC DV III Image Processor uses proprietary circuits and
architecture to deliver the highest image quality at the highest speeds, with
low power consumption and minimal heat output. It processes the RGB
representations originated in the single CMOS sensor of the camera into three
channels (Red, Blue and Green) to maintain the rich resolution and clean color
fidelity formerly possible only in three-chip sensor designs.
Canon XF Codec
XF Codec Image Quality
To create digital files robust enough for major
post-production, the EOS C300 delivers the highest image quality with its XF
Codec - the same codec used by other Canon XF - professional camcorders. With
4:2:2 color sampling, image files have double the vertical resolution of color
components created with 4:2:0 color sampling, minimizing jagged edges between
red and blue and ensuring ample quality for chroma key compositing with green
screens. Thanks to the Canon XF Codec and the EOS C300's superior resolution,
original color quality and cinematic look will hold up through post-production
- with results that meet or exceed the filmmakers expectations.
Fully Compatible with New & Existing
EF-mount Lenses
Canon EOS C300 with EF-Lens Mount
To integrate easily into the working style and equipment array of film crews and production houses, the EOS C300 with a Canon EF-lens mount is completely compatible with all of Canon's EF lenses, including compact primes, super telephotos, specialty Tilt-Shift, Macro and Fisheye lenses - over 60 in all.
To integrate easily into the working style and equipment array of film crews and production houses, the EOS C300 with a Canon EF-lens mount is completely compatible with all of Canon's EF lenses, including compact primes, super telephotos, specialty Tilt-Shift, Macro and Fisheye lenses - over 60 in all.
Ergonomics & Design
Designed with Filmmakers in Mind
With everything a cinematographer needs, the EOS C300
comes ready to produce. A logical layout of buttons and dials make operation
simple. A lock switch turns off all controls except the recording button and
function buttons. Small ridges between the buttons help prevent activating
functions by mistake. A backlit display panel is great for low-light viewing. A
tally lamp is clearly visible from the side or behind the camera.
CF Memory Card Recording
For versatility and reliability, the EOS C300's recording
and terminal specifications are completely compatible with the prevailing
industry standards. It records to CF cards through dual slots. From a cost and
reliability standpoint, CF cards have no equal. Solid state, and easy to find,
2 hours of 4:2:2 50 Mbps footage can be recorded on two reusable and hot
swappable 32 GB CF cards with ease. It's even possible to record to two CF
cards simultaneously and relay-record for uninterrupted shots and copy from one
card to another.
Multiple Recording Formats and Advanced
Recording
With the realities of production in mind, the EOS C300
can record in a number of different modes, resolutions and frame rates,
delivering quality recordings perfect for any application. 24.00p mode matches
the exact frame rates of film cameras, so there's no need for time-consuming
frame-rate conversion. And the camera can shoot in both PAL and NTSC modes at
50 Mbps (CBR), 35 Mbps (VBR) and 25 Mbps (CBR) with a range of settings for
resolution, color, frame rate and recording time. Whether shooting with the
expectation of significant editing and post-production, recording for
compatibility with HDV editing, or simply creating the longest possible HD
image files, the EOS C300 camera will perform flawlessly.
Connectivity
To connect to external monitors, switchers, VTRs and NLE
systems with SDI inputs, the EOS C300 features industry-standard HD-SDI Output,
Genlock, and Timecode terminals plus audio terminals with Linear PCM recording.
Timecode and Genlock enable synchronized multiple camera capture, perfect for
multiple camera shots, 3D acquisition and more. The HD-SDI Sync terminal can be
switched to output to HD Sync, HD Y, Black Burst, and Composite.
Full Manual Control and Focusing Aids
Providing the cinematographer with everything they need
in the palm of their hands, the EOS C300 comes ready to produce. The cameras
have a Waveform Monitor (WFM) function that shows the overall brightness of a
scene, with RGB Parade Display to view red, green and blue brightness or Spot
Display to isolate the luminance distribution of a chosen area. The Vectorscope
(VS) display shows real-time hue and saturation levels. For sharp focus, the
EOS C300 camera has two peaking modes and a magnified focus assist function. An
Edge Monitor Focus Assist provides both a waveform representing the overall
degree of focus and a red waveform that represents focus in three specific
areas displayed on the camera's 4" LCD monitor. To maintain proper
highlight exposure, it offers a zebra bar feature as well. It's all in the
camera.
WFT Wireless Remote Control over Wi-Fi
Offering a new level of mobility, the Canon Wireless File
Transmitter WFT-E6A opens up a world of wireless options to the EOS filmmaker.
The EOS C300 camera comes preconfigured so that camera settings can be viewed
and controlled on third party devices with web browsers, including computers,
smartphones and tablets without the need for additional in-camera software.
With the WFT-E6A module the camera can be controlled from up to 150 feet away
over an 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless network. The WFT-E6A enables superior camera
control: users can start and stop recording; adjust focus, white balance, gain
and other parameters; and adjust the aperture of Canon EF lenses. This offers
huge potential for specialty applications where cameras must be controlled
remotely such as nature documentaries or reality TV. It also enables input
marking for metadata; and offers a live view of the composition. It supports
incorporating GPS information into the file metadata - useful for general
cinematic applications, and essential for expedition filmmakers. A basic window
mode even enables use with the Apple iPhone®, iPod touch® and
iPad®, as well as with handheld devices operating the Android™
operating system. Full Specifications
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