MELVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Canon
U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital
imaging solutions, is excited to announce the company's first-ever
RF mount Cinema EOS camera, the EOS C70 4K Digital Cinema Camera. When the Canon RF mount
was first introduced, imaging professionals began to dream about
the possibilities that this revolutionary mount system might
provide them. One request that Canon consistently heard was to put
an RF mount on a Cinema EOS camera so that future lens performance
could capitalize on the short flange depth. Just two short years
later, those wishes have come true with the new C70 camera.
The unique design of the EOS C70 camera puts a significant
emphasis on operational convenience for the end-user. The small
form-factor, weighing only 2.6lbs., allows the camera to be easily
handheld and dramatically enhances a videographer's mobility,
providing a seamless bridge between the EOS and Cinema EOS families
for cinematic applications. Cleverly designed, the camera features
a slim, motorized ND filter unit – having a mere 6mm depth – that
is built into the short flange back of the RF mount. The motorized
10-stop ND filter provides users with the flexibility to control
exposure while keeping the desired depth-of-field and capturing
images that feature the desired level of bokeh. Thirteen
customizable buttons allow users to select from more than 80
functions to be assigned based on individual preferences.
"The Canon EOS C70 camera is truly a special tool that will
undoubtedly satisfy and delight a variety of users on the search
for a high-powered piece of video equipment," said Tatsuro
"Tony" Kano, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Canon
U.S.A.'s Imaging Technologies
& Communications Group. "In today's fast-moving, ever-changing
world of filmmaking and content creation, versatility is key, and
the EOS C70 will provide a familiar form and feature set to our
entire spectrum of imaging customers. We are eager to see how
creatives use this tool and the projects that come from it."
The camera features Canon's innovative and next-generation Super
35mm DGO Sensor that further extends the high dynamic range and
lowers noise levels by reading out each photodiode with two
different gains. One gain prioritizes saturation – protecting
detail in highlight areas – while the other suppresses noise in the
shadows. The result is an image with up to 16-plus stops of total
dynamic range, clean, rich shadows, and vibrant highlights in up to
4K/ 60p or 2K/120p in Super16mm Crop mode. The EOS C70
camera also features Canon's recently developed DIGIC DV7 image
processor that collects the extensive information captured from the
DGO sensor and processes it into exceptional HDR imagery while
offering choices between Canon Log 2 and 3, in addition to PQ and
HLG gamma functionality. The C70 camera can also record
4K DCI or UHD up to 120fps and
2K DCI or HD up to 180 fps – with an
important flexibility in the choice of codecs.
The camera supports XF-AVC format (in variable bit-rate) – both
Intra and Long GOP with MXF file format. The intra-frame format
compresses the data after analyzing each frame separately, while
Long GOP format compresses data at a higher rate, creating an even
smaller file size. A secondary choice is Long GOP 10-bit
4:2:2/4:2:0 MP4/HEVC (a next-generation HDR video recording
compression standard) with an MP4 file format – a first in the
Cinema EOS line.
The camera's independent air intake system is separated from the
electrical systems to protect the sensor from water, sand, and
dust. In addition, the camera also features two air outlet vents
that allow uninterrupted recording for extended periods of
time.
Additional features of the Canon EOS C70 4K Digital Cinema Camera include:
- New Direct Touch Menu System
- Coordinated Electronic Image Stabilization
- Two built-in Mini XLR inputs
- Time-code input/output terminal
- Custom picture processing via import of 3D LUTs and recording
to Look Files
- Dual-SD card slots
- Built-in stereo mic
- Support for optional Canon RC-V100 remote control
Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R 0.71x
The Canon Mount
Adapter EF-EOS R 0.71x is a new optical adapter that allows users
to tap into Canon's extensive collection of superb full-frame EF
lenses when operating the EOS C70 camera. The adapter implements
two critically important functions – preserving the similar FF wide
angle image onto the 4K Super 35mm
image sensor while simultaneously elevating the lens camera
sensitivity by one stop. The mount adapter preserves full
electronic communication between the lens and camera,
enabling optical lens corrections and transfer of lens
metadata between the EOS C70 camera and select Canon EF
lenses*.
Price & Availability
The Canon EOS C70
4K Digital Cinema Camera is scheduled
to be available in November 2020 for
an estimated retail price of $5499.00. The Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R 0.71x
is scheduled to be available in December
2020 for an estimated retail price of $599.99**. For more information please visit
cinemaeos.usa.canon.com.
About Canon U.S.A.,
Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading
provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital
imaging solutions to the United
States and to Latin America
and the Caribbean markets. With
approximately $33 billion in global
revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE: CAJ), ranks third
overall in U.S. patents granted in 2019† and is one
of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in
2020. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to
its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental
responsibility. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon
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†Based on weekly patent counts issued by United
States Patent and Trademark Office.
*Compatible EF lenses are EF16-35mm F2.8L III USM, EF24-70mm
F2.8L II USM and EF24-105mm F4L IS II USM. As of September 24, 2020. Firmware update provided free
of charge, compatibility will be added for additional EF lenses in
the future. Even if you do not update the firmware, you can use the
EF lens, but it is recommended to use the firmware update in order
to effectively use the function linked with the camera.
** Specifications, availability and prices
are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set
by individual dealers and may vary.
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