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CANON INTRODUCES TWO NEW HD LENSES FOR THE STUDIO: FIRST-EVER
COMPACT STUDIO LENS DIGISUPER 22xs, PLUS DIGISUPER 23xs
Specifically for Use with Portable Cameras, XJ22x7.3B IE-D
Is a New Concept in Studio Lenses; XJ23x7B IE-D Further
Expands HD Studio Line
LAS VEGAS (NAB2004,
Booth # SU9649), April 12, 2004 - Recognizing the rapid
expansion of HD camera system options from multiple manufacturers,
Canon has unveiled two new HD studio lenses, the DIGISUPER
22xs and DIGISUPER 23xs, for NAB2004. The introduction of
the DIGISUPER 22xs lens represents the creation of an entirely
new lens category: the compact studio lens, which is specifically
intended to create more cost effective HD studio camera
systems. The new DIGISUPER 23xs model extends HD acquisition
flexibilities with an affordable complement to Canon's HD
studio lens line.
"With Canon's long history of innovation, it should
come as no surprise that the DIGISUPER 22xs lens represents
not just a new product, but an entirely new kind of lens,"
said Gordon Tubbs, assistant director, broadcast and communications
division at Canon U.S.A., Inc, a subsidiary of Canon Inc.
(NYSE: CAJ). "As the first-ever compact studio lens,
the DIGISUPER 22xs lens provides affordable high performance
to facilities equipped with portable cameras."
Designed in response to the industry's increasing use of
portable HD and SDTV cameras for studio production, the
Canon DIGISUPER 22xs lens brings top-quality optical performance
in a compact box-style design. Created specifically and
only for use with portable cameras, the DIGISUPER 22xs lens,
also known as the XJ22x7.3B IE-D lens, exceeds the image
quality of any portable HD lens or SDTV box-style lens,
at a very economical price point.
Equipped with the HDxs system, the DIGISUPER 22xs lens
uses Canon's X-Element and Power Optical System to achieve
the highest possible specifications in an extremely compact
and lightweight, 13.4 lb. package. Top performance is a
hallmark of the first-ever compact studio lens; with a maximum
zoom speed of .5 seconds and focus of 1.5 seconds. The DIGISUPER
22xs lens has an f-stop of 1.8 that provides very fast optical
performance, excelling in low light. It offers a focal length
of 7.3~161mm and, when used with the 2X extender, can achieve
a focal length of 14.6~322mm. A choice of three different
zoom and focus control systems allows facilities to tailor
the DIGISUPER 22xs lens to their exact requirements, and
an included supporter system for both camera and lens ensures
a rigid support for every configuration.
With the new DIGISUPER 23xs lens, or XJ23x7B IE-D lens,
facilities working in both HDTV and SDTV have a budget-friendly
option to complement Canon's DIGISUPER 25xs model. Designed
with the HDxs system for higher optical performance in a
smaller package, it offers an impressive f 1.7 aperture
as well as a focal length of 7~161mm, and can achieve a
focal length of 14~322mm with a 2X extender.
Both the DIGISUPER 22xs lens and DIGISUPER 23xs lens feature
the latest generation of digital electronics, including
Canon's new rotary encoder servo system for zoom, focus
and iris using miniature components specially developed
by Canon. This feature increases functionality with virtual
reality studios as well as many other applications, and
makes zoom and focus controls more precise and repeatable.
These encoders are anticipated to play a major role in supplying
precision digital lens data as metadata systems evolve for
production. Other highly useful functions include Shuttle
Shot and Framing Preset, Speed Preset, Constant Angle Focusing
System (CAFS), PC connection, CPU upgrades, and high-speed
interactive digital interface for virtual studio computers
or robotics.
"This new pair of new HD studio lenses is poised to
make a significant impact on production," added Gordon
Tubbs. "As the first-ever compact studio lens, the
DIGISUPER 22xs lens will optimize studios that rely on portable
cameras. Our new DIGISUPER 23xs lens opens up new options
for facilities seeking value and versatility."
See the full line of Canon products throughout NAB2004
at Booth # SU9649, Las Vegas Convention Center.
Canon U.S.A., Inc. delivers consumer, business-to-business,
and industrial imaging solutions. The Company is listed
as one of Fortune's Most Admired Companies in America, and
is ranked #39 on the Business Week list of "Top 100
Brands." Its parent company Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ) is
a top patent-holder of technology, ranking second overall
in the U.S. in 2003, with global revenues of $29.9 billion.
For more information, visit www.usa.canon.com.
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EDITORS Please note corporate contact information for this
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For more information, please call Canon Broadcast and Communications
Division at 1-800-321-4388 or visit www.canonbroadcast.com.
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