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PRODUCT INFO
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Sensor | CMOS image sensor (single panel) |
Size | 1.0-inch (16.0mm on the diagonal) |
Total Pixels | Approx. 13.36 megapixels (4224 x 3164) |
Number of Effective Pixels | Movies: approx. 8.29 megapixels (3840 x 2160) Photos: approx. 12 megapixels (4000 x 3000) |
Filter | RGB primary color filter (Bayer array) |
Magnification | 10x |
Nominal Focal Length | 8.9-89mm |
35mm Equivalent | [Movies] 27.3-273mm [Photos (4:3)] 24.1-241mm |
F Number | f/2.8-5.6 |
Aperture | 8-blade iris diaphragm |
Shutter | Mechanical shutter incorporated |
ND Filter | 1 unit (single density) |
Image Stabilizer | Optical system + electronic system |
Operating Rings | Focus ring / zoom ring |
Exposure Mode | AUTO / Programmed AE (P) / Shutter-priority AE (Tv) / Aperture-priority AE (Av) / Manual Exposure (M) / SCN (Portrait / Sports / Night / Snow / Beach / Sunset / Low Light / Spotlight / Fireworks) |
Other | EXP lock / AE shift / Highlight AE |
Mode | AF / Manual (focus ring) |
AF System | TTL-video signal sensing system |
Other | Face detection & tracking, AiAF (in photo mode), PUSH AF, touch focus function provided |
LCD Monitor | 3.0-inch (7.66cm on the diagonal) color LCD (with 3:2 aspect ratio) Approx. 1,030,000 dots, 100% view field coverage Electrostatic capacitance-type touch panel, variable-angle supported |
Viewfinder | Not available (but viewfinder unit comes with it) |
White Balance | Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Fluorescent / Fluorescent H / Tungsten / Color Temperature Setting / Set (1/2) |
NTSC | Full Auto Mode: Approx. 6.4 lux (Frame Rate: 59.94i, Shutter Speed: 1/60) Full Auto Mode: Approx. 3.2 lux (Frame Rate: 29.97p, Shutter Speed: 1/30) Full Auto Mode: Approx. 2.56 lux (Frame Rate: 23.98p, Shutter Speed: 1/24) Manual Mode: 0.05 lux (Frame Rate: 59.94i/29.97p/23.98p, Shutter Speed: 1/2, Gain: 42 dB) |
White Balance | Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Fluorescent / Fluorescent H / Tungsten / Color Temperature Setting / Set (1/2) |
File Format | MXF |
Video Compression Formats | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 |
Video Quality | (1) 4K recording (size: 3840 x 2160), (2) HD recording (size: 1920 x 1080) |
Bit Rate/Frame Rate | (1) 4K Movie Recording 305 Mbps / 205 Mbps: NTSC: 29.97P / 23.98P / 24.00P (2) HD Recording 50 Mbps: NTSC: 59.94P 35 Mbps: NTSC: 29.97P / 23.98P / 59.94i / 24.00P |
Color Sampling | YCC422, 8-bit |
Audio | Linear PCM (16-bit / 48 kHz), 2 channels |
Image Type Size | JPEG[3:2] 4000 x 2664 (10.66M)[4:3] 4000 x 3000 (12M) / 640 x 480 (VGA)[16:9] 3840 x 2160 (8.29M)) |
Other | Photo recording in movie recording mode and photo capture during movie playback also possible (In these cases, the image size will be the same as the size of the images in which the movies are recorded and played back.) Single-image shooting, continuous shooting or AF continuous shooting available with drive mode setting.) |
CFast | 4K recording |
SD Card | Recording of HD video images, photos (JPEG), menus, etc. possible |
ISO/Gain Setting | ISO 160-20000 / 0.0 dB - 42 dB gain Auto ISO limit / AGC limit functions incorporated |
Count-up Operation Mode | Drop frame* or non-drop frame Rec run, free run, regeneration * NTSC model only |
Count-up Operation Mode | (1) For movie recording: Standard, Cinema EOS Std., Neutral, Production Camera, Color Matrix off, Canon Log, EOS Std., Wide DR, High-brightness Priority, User Settings (1/2) (2) For taking photos: Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Fidelity Setting, Sepia, Monochrome, Clear, Autumn Leaves, User Settings (1/2) |
Count-up Operation Mode | Rotary grip (90° rotation forward/backward), Slow & Fast motion recording, pre-recording (only during HD recording), interval recording (only when taking photos), powered IS, enlarged display (/position movement), color bar, peaking display, zebra display, FUNC. customizing, assign buttons (x3), marker displays, color bar, digital teleconverter (2x), GPS support (GP-E2), view assist (with high-brightness priority set as the look), WFM |
Playback Operations | Normal playback, fast forward (at speeds of x5, x15, x60), fast reverse (at speeds of x5, x15, x60), frame forward, frame reverse, forward skip, reverse skip |
Index Displays | 3x4 index screen [4K movies, HD movies, photo playback indexes] |
Other | Enlargement zooming (in photo mode), HD image extraction playback (in 4K movie playback mode) |
Edit | Deletion only |
Wi-Fi® | 5 GHz/2.4 GHz dual band |
Accessory Shoe | Microphone Adapter MA-400 (cold shoe) |
Accessory Shoe | HDMI OUT connector, USB connector, MIC jack, headphones jack, AUDIO connector, DC-IN socket |
Image Processing Platform | DIGIC DV 5 |
Image Processing Platform | Battery Pack*: LP-E6N (7.2V, 1865 mAh) Battery Charger: LC-E6, LC-E6E AC Adapter CA-945 * Interchangeable with EOS models (5D Mark III, 6D, 5DS, 5DS R, 60D, 70D, 7D Mark II) |
CANON DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR THE UNITED STATES
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. ('Canon USA') with respect to Canon Consumer Digital Video Equipment (the 'Equipment') purchased in the United States. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase. The Equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or workmanship as follows: Parts: Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or comparable rebuilt parts for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase, except for a defective Video Head, which will be exchanged for a period of three months from the date of purchase. Labor: For a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase, labor will be provided free of charge by our factory service centers or designated service facilities located in the United States. When returning Equipment under this warranty, you must pre-pay the shipping charges, and you must enclose the Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase with a complete explanation of the problem. During the ONE-YEAR warranty period, repairs will be made and the Equipment will be return-shipped to you free of charge. For repairs after the warranty period is over, you will be given an estimate of the cost of repair and an opportunity to approve or disapprove of the repair expense before it is incurred. If you approve, repairs will be made and the Equipment will be return-shipped to you. (shipping charges apply). If you disapprove, we will return-ship the equipment at no charge to you.
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Canon USA shall have no responsibility under this limited warranty for use of the Equipment in conjunction with incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible software. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the authorized Canon retail dealer from whom you purchased the Equipment or call the CANON INFORMATION CENTER AT 1—800-OK-CANON). You will be directed to the nearest service facility for your Equipment.
This Limited Warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the Equipment and does not apply in the following cases:
- Loss or damage to the Equipment due to abuse, mishandling, accident, improper maintenance, or failure to follow operating instructions;
- If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage;
- If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than by Canon USA's factory service centers or authorized service facilities;
This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), video cassette tape, head cleanings, nor does it apply to Equipment purchased outside the United States. This warranty does not cover units sold to rental firms, military operations, hotels, schools, hospitals or for other commercial, industrial, or institutional applications. These uses are covered only by such specific warranty as Canon may issue with such sales. This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for the Equipment, which are sold “AS IS”, without warranty of any kind by Canon USA. Please retain this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as a permanent record of your purchase. This card is most important in order to be sure you are contacted right away should there be a safety inspection, modification or product recall under applicable laws or regulations.
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Benefits
Calibration Services
This service supports both standard and high dynamic range (HDR) workflows, and ensures your device meets industry standard specifications (SMPTE, DCI, and ITU).*
What to Expect
Our Imaging Science Foundation (ISF) certified professionals will travel to your site to ensure that any calibration is tailored specifically to your viewing environment. During a calibration session, several key image quality elements will be measured including: white point, grayscale, primary and secondary color chromaticity, luminance and gamma.
Customized Service
For added flexibility, our team can perform calibrations on virtually any type of display technology. Whether it be a consumer grade PC monitor or professional reference display, our service helps ensure your panel is operating to the best of its ability.
Additionally, to remove any ambiguity of your display’s performance, clients will also be provided with detailed pre and post calibration reports.
Canon’s Color Calibration Service offers one-time calibrations, recurring service contracts, and customized training. For more information or to request a free consultation, please fill out the form below.