The Canon XF300 Professional Camcorder features 50Mbps MPEG-2 4:2:2 recording to universally available Compact Flash (CF) Cards for unsurpassed image quality and efficient, robust workflow at an affordable price. It is ideally suited to match the requirements of electronic newsgathering (ENG) crews, independent filmmakers, documentary producers, event videographers and military agencies.
Utilizing file-based MPEG-2 compression with an MXF File Wrapper ensures the widest compatibility with existing industry infrastructure, metadata and non-linear editing (NLE) systems. And 4:2:2 color sampling provides ultra-fine transitions in tone and color for maintaining the highest quality image for use in advanced post production. A newly developed Genuine Canon 18x HD L-Series Lens along with three Canon native 1920 x 1080 CMOS Image Sensors delivers pristine image quality.
The XF300 also offers multiple recording bit rates, resolutions and variable frame rates to expand your creative flexibility and allow you to work in virtually any production environment. And complete customization over the image, display and operation makes the XF300 a camcorder that can be tailored to fit your individual needs.
Features
Standard Definition or High Definition | High Definition |
Video Recording system | Compression: MPEG-2 Long GOP Color Space: 4:2:2 (at 50Mbps recording) File Format: MXF Recording Modes: 50Mbps (CBR) 4:2:2, 1920x1080, (60i/30p/24p),1280x720 (60p/30p/24p); 35Mbps (VBR) 4:2:0, 1920x1080 (60i/30p/24p),1280x720 (60p/30p/24p); 25Mbps (CBR) 4:2:0, 1440x1080 (60i/30p/24p) |
Audio Recording system | 2-Channel, PCM digital recording, 16-Bit; 48kHz |
Image Sensor | (3) 1/3-inch CMOS |
Total Pixels | Approx. 2.37 megapixels (2044 x 1160 pixels) each x 3 |
Effective Pixels | Approx. 2.07 megapixels (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
Maximum recording time | 64GB Compact Flash (CF) card - Type 1 Greater capacity is possible when two cards are used. UDMA supported. 25Mbps: 310 minutes 35Mbps: 225 minutes 50Mbps: 160 minutes |
Lens | Canon 18x HD L Series Zoom, 4.1-73.8mm (35mm equivalent 29.3 - 527.4mm), f/1.6-2.8 |
Focusing System | TVAF plus External Phase Difference Metering Sensor, Autofocus (Instant AF, Normal AF, Face AF), Manual, Full Manual |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/2000 |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 20mm (wide macro), 1m (entire zoom range) |
White Balance | Auto, Manual, Custom (2000K - 15000K in 100K increments), Daylight, Tungsten |
Frame Rate | 60i, 60p, 30p, 24p (50i, 50p and 25p optional upgrade available through Canon Factory Service Center) |
Minimum Illumination | Full AUTO mode: 4.5 lux (Shutter speed 1/60, Gain +21dB); Manual mode: 08 lux (Shutter speed 1/4, Gain +33dB), (when 60i is selected) |
Image Stabilization | SuperRange Optical (Lens Shift) Modes: Standard, Powered, Dynamic, Off |
Filter Diameter | 82mm |
Viewfinder | 0.52-inch color widescreen, approx. 1,555,000 dots, approx. 100% field of view |
LCD Screen | 4.0-inch color widescreen LCD, approx. 1,230,000 dots, approx. 100% field of view |
Microphone | Stereo electrect condenser microphone |
Recording Media | CF Card : 2 Slots, Movie files only, Type 1 only, UDMA supported SD Card: Still images, Custom Picture Data, Clip Metadata, Custom Settings |
USB Terminal | Mini-B USB 2.0 Hi-Speed |
Video Terminal | Component: Output only Composite: A/V terminal 3.5mm mini-jack, output only, BNC terminal, output only, signals can be output simultaneously through A/V terminal and BNC terminal |
Audio Terminal | XLR 3-pin jack (2), Switchable between MIC/LINE |
HDMI Terminal | Yes (Type A) |
AV Mini Terminal/Headphone Terminal | 3.5mm stereo mini-jack |
Remote Control Terminal | Yes (compatible with LANC protocol) |
Operating Temperature range | 0 - 40° C, 32 - 104° F , 85% relative humidity |
Power Supply (rated) | 7.4V DC (battery pack) |
Dimensions | Approx. 6.0 x 9.3 x 15.0 in. (153 x 236 x 382mm) (not including lens hood, eyecup, grip belt) |
Weight(not including lens hood & eyecup) | 5.8 lbs (2,630 g) (includes grip belt) |
Weight (fully loaded) | 6.5 lbs (2,940 g) (includes grip belt, lens hood, BP-955, CF Card (x1) and SD card/not including eyecup) |
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