2. High Definition Evolved
High Definition Camcorders
MPEG-2 Long-GOP
4:2:2
Twice the color resolution of 4:2:0
Y B-Y(Pb) R-Y(Pr)
XF300 Brightness Color Difference Signals
Signal
50Mbps
Highest Recording Capability 50Mbps (CBR)
With a host of features previously reserved for only the most advanced professional cameras, the Canon
XF305 and XF300 deliver Full HD, 1920 x 1080 video simply, economically and without compromise.
Featuring MPEG-2 4:2:2 50Mbps recording directly to low-cost Compact Flash cards, the XF305 and XF300
are designed to operate seamlessly within established industry workflows, quickly delivering outstanding
XF305
MXF
Material Exchange Format
image quality for any application. Whether shooting news, documentaries, weddings or events, on
location or in studio, the XF305 and XF300 raise the bar, offering outstanding reliability and intuitive Essence Metadata
operation that one can only expect from Canon.
Genuine Canon 18x advanced optical design and technology. extra compensation at wide angle focal colors with excellent black reproduction. both the XF305 and XF300 on the high Compact Flash Card
HD L-Series Lens The lens incorporates High-Index-Ultra-Low lengths to eliminate vibration common when Tonal gradations and shadow detail are end of the market in terms of codec quality, Recording
Dispersion (HI-UD), UD, and aspherical lens walking and shooting. captured with remarkable accuracy. The these are the camcorders to use when The XF305 and XF300 record
elements to capture high-resolution video DIGIC DV III Image Processor enables advanced post-production processing on easily available, non-proprietary, and
while minimizing chromatic aberration. Three Native 1920 x 1080 Genuine Canon Face Detection, which is such as compositing, color correction or inexpensive CF cards. Besides their rugged,
Precise and predictable lens operation is CMOS Image Sensors ideal for tracking a face in a crowd. grading will be required. The XF305 and solid-state construction and the speed and
achieved with mechanical end stops for both (Canon Engineered and Manufactured) Additionally, XF300 capture Full HD (1920 x 1080) at a ease with which files can be transferred to
zoom and focus systems. Additionally, the The XF305 and XF300 feature three native DIGIC DV III maximum 50Mbps (Constant Bit Rate). computers, CF cards
lens barrel includes distance indicators for 1920 x 1080 CMOS image sensors that works to mini- 4:2:2 color sampling offers twice the color represent a significant
easily setting desired focus distance and deliver outstanding, Full HD video recording mize power resolution of HDV and other 4:2:0 formats savings in cost. The
moving between focus points while recording. with minimal noise. Plus, the 1/3-inch consumption, for robust, accurate color detail. The XF305 and XF300
The XF305 and XF300 feature a stunning 18x sensor enables a compact lens and resulting in longer XF305 and XF300 use Material Exchange have two hot-
HD L-Series video lens designed to capture The Canon XF305 and XF300 feature a new body design, for greater mobility and battery life. Format (MXF). MXF, an internationally swappable
every image with superb clarity and capable SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) quick shooting. standardized file format, is designed to CF card slots,
of delivering 1,000 TV lines of resolution. system featuring Dynamic and Powered MPEG-2 4:2:2 50Mbps Codec make the exchange of audio and video perfect for
With a 35mm equivalent zoom range of 29.3 modes for optimal performance in the DIGIC DV III The XF305 and XF300 incorporate Canon's materials among NLE (Non-Linear Editing) relay record-
– 527.4mm, it’s perfect for everything from greatest variety of situations. Powered Image Processor new MPEG-2 4:2:2 50Mbps codec (Canon systems simple. The MXF format wraps video ing, copying
wide-angle to extreme telephoto shooting. mode suppresses the types of vibrations Designed specifically for Canon HD cam- XF Codec), capable of recording fine detail and and audio with metadata in a single file, and backup.
As with the famous Canon EF L-Series camera most prevalent when shooting telephoto, corders, the next generation DIGIC DV III deep color while maintaining compatibility maintaining access to critical information
lenses, this HD L-Series video lens uses while Dynamic mode is designed to provide Image Processor ensures natural, lifelike with industry standard workflows. Placing throughout the production process.
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3. Phenomenal Integration from Location to Studio
High Definition Camcorders
corder constantly buffers approximately camcorder to be programmed to record a Extensive Connectivity
three seconds of video into its memory. specified number of frames each time the The XF305 and XF300 are
When the record button is pressed, recording camera is triggered. designed with numerous options
begins immediately and the content of the to insure that the camcorders
camera’s buffer memory is added, ensuring Customization meet the requirements of profes-
that no important or unexpected action is With extensive custom settings, the XF305 sional workflows by connecting
missed. The Slow and Fast Motion mode and XF300 enable the professional user to seamlessly with other production
allows the XF305 and XF300 to record a control and customize every facet of shooting. equipment. They are equipped with
Smooth Integration With different frame rate than the playback A vast range of image quality, control and a DC-In terminal, allowing connec-
Production Infrastructure frame rate resulting in either a fast or slow display options ensure camera operation tion to AC power and the hot swapping of
The XF305 and XF300 are designed to produce motion effect during playback. Since the that is intuitive, speedy and comfortable, no batteries, XLR audio inputs for connection to
video files compatible with most production camera is recording real frames and modi- matter the style of the shooter. professional audio devices, USB 2.0 Hi-Speed,
and broadcast environments. Industry standard fying the playback rate, there is no quality HDMI out, AV out, component video out,
MPEG-2 compression means easy integration loss due to interpolation and maximum • For just the right look, the XF305 and XF300 headphone jack, dedicated video 2 out and a
for broadcast, cable or satellite networks. image quality is maintained. In 1080p mode, camcorder’s Custom Picture Settings make it remote connection featuring full LANC support
Canon’s XF Codec is supported by the industry’s fast motion is supported up to 2.5x the simple to define the Gamma, Knee, Color for camera control with third-party controllers.
leading manufacturers: Adobe, Apple, Avid and normal rate and as slow as 1/2.5x. In 720p Matrix Adjustment, Saturation, Sharpness, Additionally, the XF305 adds HD-SDI, genlock
Grass Valley. This ensures the widest compati- accurate white balance and for making color and green waveform monitor at the bottom of mode, fast motion is supported up to 5x the Master Black, Skin Tone and more. and SMPTE time code (in/out) terminals,
bility with existing infrastructure and non-linear balance changes on the fly. the LCD monitor and three red focus check normal rate and as slow as 1/1.25x. For essential for live broadcast and multi-camera
editing (NLE) software. The XF305 also offers areas across the monitor. The green waveform time-lapse applications, the XF305 and • To customize the setups. A new Intelligent Lithium-Ion battery
terminal support for HD-SDI output, genlock and 4.0-inch LCD Monitor, shows overall focus while the red waveform XF300 have an Interval Recording mode operation of the system provides detail about the remaining
time code, ideal for live broadcast applications, High Resolution EVF and shows the status of each focus check box. XF305 and XF300
power level and battery wear. The XF305
multi-camera shooting and uncompressed Advanced Focusing Features With this dynamic focus feedback, the user to the tastes and
and XF300 also maintain compatibility
Full HD output. With the XF305 and XF300, The XF305 and XF300 feature a bright and can quickly tune focus in a specific area, and with legacy Canon BP-900 series batteries
particulars of the
Canon has designed the ideal go-to camera sharp 1.23 Megapixel 4.0-inch LCD monitor move between focus points in a scene with a maintaining the value of existing batteries
user, 28 different
for professional productions, large or small. with approximately 100% field of view cover- whole new level of accuracy and speed. many professionals already own.
functions are
age. The LCD flips both ways for viewing
assignable to 13
Advanced Features from the left or right side of the camera and Recording Modes and Frame Rates Canon XF Utility
buttons located on the camera. All custom Compatible for use on both Mac and
The XF305 and XF300 feature a number of has an extra 35 degrees of movement for No matter the pre- Recording Mode
Interval Recording menus and settings can be saved onto an SD Windows platforms, Canon XF Utility soft-
functions designed specifically to make increased operability, even in tight situations. scribed workflow, Recording Mode Frame rate
The XF305 and XF300 also offer a 0.52-inch, the XF305 and 1920 60i
that can be left to shoot a specified number card, making it easy to share settings among ware provides a simplified first step in the
complicated shoots easier. Often found as x 30p
part of expensive external units, the XF305 1.55 Megapixel color electronic viewfinder XF300 can capture 50Mbps 1080 24p of frames at pre-defined intervals. For stop- cameras or users, saving significant setup time process of managing and playing back clips.
4:2:2 1280 60p
and XF300 include a versatile waveform (EVF), a breakthrough in critical focusing. video at just the x 30p frame animation, the XF305 and XF300 when matching multiple cameras to a pre-set Additionally, the software can manage lists
720 24p
monitor and vectorscope. The waveform Two peaking modes and a magnification right resolution, 1920 60i feature a frame record function allowing the style or moving between cameras. of clips in a number of display formats, add
x 30p
monitor provides an objective and detailed mode are available in standby and record speed and bit rate. 35Mbps 1080 24p and edit metadata, and backup media.
4:2:0 1280 60p
analysis of overall image brightness and mode, making it extremely easy for the These are the first x 30p Custom Picture Settings
RGB components ensuring correct exposure. camera operator to check and confirm critical cameras in their
720
1440
24p
60i
Normal 1
Normal 2
Level -30 – +50
>
D-Ofst 0 – +50
> Color
G-R
G-B
-50 – +50
>
-50 – +50
>
Refined Ergonomics and
25Mbps Sharpness Coring
The vectorscope shows real-time image hue focus. In addition, Canon’s exclusive Edge class to shoot 4:2:0
x
1080
30p
24p
Gamma
Normal 3
Normal 4
D-Curve 0 – +8
>
D-Depth -4 – +4
>
Matrix B-R
B-G
-50 – +50
>
-50 – +50
>
Durability for Easier Operation
Cine 1 Auto R Gain -50 – +50
> The XF305 and XF300 are designed from the
and saturation analysis, key to achieving Monitor Focus Assist system displays a red MPEG-2 4:2:2 Cine 2 Noise Reduction Off White G Gain -50 – +50
>
Optional 50i/50p/25p upgrade Balance
files at 50Mbps through Canon Factory Service Center Black Master Pedestal -50 – +50
> 1– 8
> B Gain -50 – +50
> ground up to maximize shooting comfort
Red -50 – +50
> Off Off
Master
(Constant Bit Rate), 35Mbps (Variable Bit Black Green -50 – +50
>
Effect Level
Low
Select Area
A and usability. The camcorders feature a
Blue -50 – +50
> Middle B
Rate), for longer shooting times and 25Mbps Black
Level -50 – +50
> Skin High A&B redesigned layout making them more intuitive
Range -5 – +50
> Detail Hue -16 – +16
> Phase 0 – 31
>
Gamma than any that came before them. New users
(Constant Bit Rate) for compatibility with HDV Point -1 – +50
> Chroma 0 – 31
> Chroma 0 – 31 >
On Area 0 – 31
> A Area Select
Area 0 – 31
>
content. In addition to shooting in Full HD Low Key Enable
Off Y Level 0 – 31
> Color Y Level 0 – 31
>
and users switching from other products
Saturation
Level -50 – +50
> Off Correction Level -50 – +50
>
mode, 720p mode is available at speeds up On Low A Area Revision
Phase -18 – +18
>
will find the button layout, camera menu
Enable Effect Level
Off Middle system and camera controls familiar and easy
to 60 frames per second for capturing sports On Selective High
Phase 0 – 31
>
Auto Chroma 0 – 31 >
B Area Select
and action. For PAL compatible shooting, Knee Off NR Hue 0 – 31
> Area 0 – 31
> to use out of the box. The well balanced
Slope -35 – +50
> Chroma 0 – 31
> Y Level 0 – 31
>
an optional upgrade for 50i, 50p and 25p Point 50 – 109
> Area 0 – 31
>
B Area Revision
Level -50 – +50
> design allows the operator to comfortably
Saturation -10 – +10
> Y Level 0 – 31
> Phase -18 – +18
>
recording is available through the Canon Level -10 – +50
> Normal 1 Level -50 – +50
> control the
H. Detail Frequency -8 – +8
> Normal 2 Setup On
Factory Service Center. HV Detail Balance -8 – +8
> Normal 3 Level Press
Off camera and
Select
Limit -50 – +50
> Normal 4 On
Select 0 – +15
> Color Cine 1 100% Clip
Off
easily maintain
Sharpness
Gain 0 – 9> Matrix Cine 2
For shoots when the action stops and starts, Knee Aperture
Slope 0 – 3 > Gain -50 – +50
>
a steady shot
Level 0 – 50
> Phase -18 – +18
> while minimizing
the XF305 and XF300 have a Pre-Record Detail Sharp Slope 0 – 3 > R-G -50 – +50
>
feature. With Pre-Record activated, the cam- Offset 0 – 50
> R-B -50 – +50
> arm fatigue.
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4. PROFESSIONAL CAMCORDERS
Tape-Based Camcorders
High Definition Camcorders
Exceptional Image Quality... Definitive Control... Capture the Moment as It Happens
Professional Functionality • Genuine Canon 20x High Definition L-series Zoom Lens
• Genuine Canon 20x High Definition L-series Video Zoom Lens III • Three 1/3" Native 16:9 CCD Image Sensors with 1.67 Megapixels (1440 x 1080)
• Three 1/3" Native 16:9 CCD Image Sensors with 1.67 Megapixels (1440 x 1080) • True 1080 HD Capture with a choice of 60i, 30p or 24p frame rates
• Independent Focus, Zoom and Iris rings • Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor delivers the highest image quality
• True 1080 HD Capture with a choice of 60i, 30p or 24p frame rates • SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer can correct a wide range of movements
• Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor delivers the highest image quality without image degradation
• Canon Interchangeable XL Lens Mount • Instant AF dramatically reduces focusing time and increasing accuracy
• HD-SDI (SMPTE 299M) /SD-SDI (SMPTE 272M) Output with embedded audio and time
code, Genlock Input, SMPTE Time Code Input and Output
Standard Definition Camcorders
The Definition of Professional HD
• Genuine Canon 20x High Definition L-series Video Zoom Lens III
• Three 1/3" Native 16:9 CCD Image Sensors with 1.67 Megapixels (1440 x 1080)
• Independent Focus, Zoom and Iris rings
Open Up a World of Possibilities
• Genuine Canon 20x Professional L-series Fluorite Lens
• True 1080 HD Capture with a choice of 60i, 30p or 24p frame rates
• Three 1/3" Progressive Scan CCD Image Sensors with 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratio
• Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor delivers the highest image quality
shooting formats
• Canon Interchangeable XL Lens Mount
• Variable frame rates: 60i, 30p and 24p
• XL Mount Interchangeable Lens System with ability to change lenses from
the XL-series lenses or Canon’s photographic lenses
• SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer corrects camera shake instantly while
maintaining the integrity of the image
Your Vision… in High Definition
• Genuine Canon 20x High Definition L-series Zoom Lens
• Three 1/3" Native 16:9 CCD Image Sensors with 1.67 Megapixels (1440 x 1080)
• True 1080 HD Capture with a choice of 60i, 30p or 24p frame rates
Create Your Vision
• Genuine Canon 20x Professional L-series Fluorite Lens
• Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor delivers the highest image quality
• Three 1/4" CCD Image Sensors
• SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer can correct a wide range of movements without
image degradation • Optical Image Stabilizer corrects camera shake instantly while maintaining the
• Instant AF dramatically reduces focusing time and increasing accuracy integrity of the image
• HD-SDI (SMPTE 299M) /SD-SDI (SMPTE 272M) Output with embedded audio and time • 1.7 Megapixel Still Images
code and 24F 2:3 pulldown flags, Genlock Input, SMPTE Time Code Input/Output • Digital Video Format and IEEE 1394 (DV In/Out Terminal)
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