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Canon Cinema EOS

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Canon EOS C300, first model of the lineup
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Canon EOS C500
Canon EOS C70

The Canon Cinema EOS (Cinema Electro-Optical System) autofocus digital photographic and cinematographic SLR and mirrorless interchangeable lens camera system was introduced in late 2011 with the Canon EOS C300 and followed by the Canon EOS C500 and Canon EOS 1D C in early 2012.[1]

History

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Cinema EOS is a branch-off from the existing EOS line of cameras that dates back to 1987 with the introduction of the analog Canon EOS 650. With many Canon DSLRs adding motion video capabilities, starting with the Canon EOS 5D Mark II in 2008,[2][3] Canon decided to focus on making cameras specially designed for motion video instead of just producing still video cameras with some motion video capabilities.

The Cinema EOS line launched in late 2011, with a multi-day gala event held at Paramount Studios. Director Martin Scorsese spoke, and four films (directed by Sam Nicholson, ASC; Vincent LaForet, Richard Crudo, ASC and Felix Alcala ASC/Larry Carroll) shot with the new Canon C300MkI as well as accompanying Behind the Scenes films were presented.[4] Products introduced included the C300 and new CN-E lenses (with both Canon EF and Arri PL mounts).

In early 2012, Canon began to expand the Cinema EOS line with the C500, which added 4K/QHD recording and RAW capture to the existing features of the C300. The new C500 would be the first camera to offer uncompressed raw motion video recording.[5]

Canon also announced a variant of the Canon EOS-1D X, called the Canon EOS-1D C, which featured 4K (but not raw) recording on the same sensor. The new split in the Canon EOS 1D series follows its recent reunification of the high-resolution line (1D S) and high-speed line (1D) in 2011.[6]

Additional announcements included an upcoming Canon camera that would feature 4K motion video capabilities in a DSLR body. The demonstration of a prototype device from Canon was a rarity and was seen as a sign of their intent to enter the new still and motion camera market.[7]

In 2019 Canon released the Canon EOS C500 Mark II, a revision of the previous C500 model. This upgraded version included a Full Frame 5.9K sensor (the same sensor as the larger C700 FF camera), and allowed raw recording onto CFexpress type B cards. The camera featured a higher dynamic range with a claimed 15+ stops. The camera also features a built in ND filter system.[8]

In early 2020 Canon would release the Canon EOS C300 Mark III, a Super 35 4K camera which shares a similar body to the C500 Mark II. The camera allows raw recording to CFexpress type B cards, and features a dual gain output sensor, allowing for a claimed dynamic range of 16+ stops. The camera also features a built in ND filter system. [9]

In late 2020 Canon released the C70, a camera bridging DSLR video shooters with cinema camera users. It includes all of the features of the larger C300 Mark III (which shares the same sensor) in a smaller body that is more appealing to indie filmmakers. The camera uses Canon's latest lens mount, RF. The RF mount features a shorter flange depth allowing lenses from other mounts (like the more common cine lens mounts like PL or EF) to be easily adapted to it. It has features like a dedicated timecode port, user assignable buttons, built in ND filters, an array of audio ports, and Canon's full suite of monitoring tools.[10]

In 2022 Canon released the R5 C, a cinema version of their R5 mirrorless stills camera. It is a full frame camera with an RF mount, and allows for 8K internal raw recording.[11]

Cameras

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  • 2011 - Canon EOS C300 - 2K/HD MPEG recording
  • 2012 - Canon EOS 1D C - 4K/QHD and 2K/HD MJPEG
  • 2012 - Canon EOS C100 - HD MPEG recording
  • 2012 - Canon EOS C500 - 4K/QHD and 2K/HD RAW recording
  • 2014 - Canon EOS C100 Mark II - HD recording, improved Auto Focus.
  • 2015 - Canon EOS C300 Mark II - 12-bit 2K/HD, 4K/UHD
  • 2016 - Canon EOS C700 - 4.5K CMOS sensor
  • 2017 - Canon EOS C200 - Internal 4K RAW
  • 2017 - Canon EOS C200B - Internal 4K RAW
  • 2018 - Canon EOS C700 FF, 5.9K Full Frame sensor, 4K/UHD [12]
  • 2019 - Canon EOS C500 Mark II - 5.9K Full Frame sensor, 4K/UHD [8]
  • 2020 - Canon EOS C300 Mark III - 4K/UHD[9]
  • 2020 - Canon EOS C70 - 4K/UHD up to 120FPS, 4:2:2 10 bit, Compressed Raw [10]
  • 2022 - Canon EOS R5 C - DCI 8K Full Frame RAW[11]
  • 2024 - Canon EOS C400 - 6K Full-Frame RAW[13]

Future - Cinema EOS 8K - Super 35 8K Raw[14]

Lenses

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Canon has released a series of cinema-specific lenses using the CN-E designation.

Nomenclature

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  • CN-E - Cinema EOS
  • S - Super 35 mm
  • F - Full 35 mm
  • P - PL mount
  • EF - EF mount
  • L - (Luxury)

Full Frame

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Prime lenses

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RF mount
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  • CN-R14mm T3.1 L F (2023)[15]
  • CN-R20mm T1.5 L F (2023)
  • CN-R24mm T1.5 L F (2023)
  • CN-R35mm T1.5 L F (2023)
  • CN-R50mm T1.3 L F (2023)
  • CN-R85mm T1.3 L F (2023)
  • CN-R135mm T2.2 L F (2023)
EF mount
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PL mount
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  • 14mm Sumire Prime T3.1 (2019)[17]
  • 20mm Sumire Prime T1.5 (2019)
  • 24mm Sumire Prime T1.5 (2019)
  • 35mm Sumire Prime T1.5 (2019)
  • 50mm Sumire Prime T1.3 (2019)
  • 85mm Sumire Prime T1.3 (2019)
  • 135mm Sumire Prime T2.2 (2019)

Zoom lenses

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EF and PL mount
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  • CN20x50 Cine-Servo 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 (2014) [18]
  • CN10X25 Cine-Servo 25-250mm T2.95-3.9 (2020) [19]
  • CN-E 20-50mm T2.4 LF (2022) [20]
  • CN-E 45-135mm T2.4 LF (2022) [20]
  • CN8x15 IAS S E1/P1 Cine-Servo 15-120mm T2.95-3.95 (2022) [21]

The CN20x50, CN10X25, and CN8x15 are primarily Super 35 lenses but have a built in 1.5X extender which allows them to cover Full Frame when in use

Super 35 mm

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Zoom lenses

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RF Mount
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  • CN7x17 KAS S Cine-Servo 17-120mm T2.95 (2024)[22]
EF Mount
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  • CN-E 18-80mm T4.4 L IS (2016)[23]
  • CN-E 70-200mm T4.4 L IS (2017)[24]
EF and PL Mount
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  • CN-E 14.5-60mm T2.6 L S P (2011)
  • CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P (2011)
  • CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S P (2012)
  • CN-E 30-105mm T2.8 L S P (2012)
  • CN7x17 KAS S Cine-Servo 17-120mm T2.95 (2014)
  • CN20x50 Cine-Servo 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 (2014)
  • CN10X25 Cine-Servo 25-250mm T2.95-3.9 (2020)
  • CN8x15 IAS S E1/P1 Cine-Servo 15-120mm T2.95-3.95 (2022)
  • CN-E Flex Zoom 14-35mm T1.7 (2023)[25]
  • CN-E Flex Zoom 31.5-95mm T1.7 (2023)

References

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  1. ^ Canon launches c300 cinema camera, prepares to take on red scarl, 3 November 2011
  2. ^ Jacobowitz, P.J. (17 September 2008). "New Canon EOS 5D Tries to One-Up Nikon in Video". PC Magazine. Retrieved 13 October 2008.
  3. ^ "Canon EOS 5D Mark II: 21MP and HD movies". Digital Photography Review. 17 September 2008. Retrieved 13 October 2008.
  4. ^ "Canon Goes Hollywood with Cinema EOS System". 4 November 2011.
  5. ^ Canon c500 eos 1d c 4k, 12 April 2012
  6. ^ canon announces eos 1d x full frame 18mp sensor 14 fps 204 80, 18 October 2011
  7. ^ canon has a new eos movies dslr on the way too, 4 November 2011
  8. ^ a b "Canon announces C500 Mark II camera with 5.9K Cinema RAW Light recording". DPReview. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  9. ^ a b "Canon Announces the EOS C300 Mark III". Newsshooter. 2020-04-21. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  10. ^ a b "Canon announces the EOS C70, a Cinema EOS camera in a mirrorless body". DPReview. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  11. ^ a b "Canon announces the EOS R5C, a Cinema EOS and a stills camera all in one body". DPReview. Retrieved 2022-04-10.
  12. ^ "Canon announces C700 FF cinema camera: now with full frame". DPReview. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  13. ^ "Canon EOS C400 Announced". Newsshooter. 2024-06-05. Retrieved 2024-06-08.
  14. ^ Mendelovich, Yossy (2021-08-02). "Here're the Full Specs of the Canon Cinema EOS 8K Camera". Y.M.Cinema - News & Insights on Digital Cinema. Retrieved 2021-08-24.
  15. ^ "Canon CN-R RF Mount Cine Primes Announced". Newsshooter. 2023-09-12. Retrieved 2024-06-08.
  16. ^ Duclos, Matthew (2014-11-21). "Canon CN-E Primes – An In-Depth Look". The Cine Lens. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  17. ^ "Canon Sumire Primes - a modern day K-35?". Newsshooter. 2019-04-03. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  18. ^ "Canon Introduces New CN20x50 50-1000 Cine-Servo Zoom Lens | AbelCine". www.abelcine.com. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  19. ^ "Canon CINE-SERVO 25-250mm T2.95-3.9 announced". Newsshooter. 2020-04-21. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  20. ^ a b "Canon Releases Two Full-Frame Cine Zoom Lenses CN-E 20-50mm T2.4 L/FP, CN-E 45-135mm T2.4 L/FP". Newsshooter. 2022-04-12. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  21. ^ Mendelovich, Yossy (2022-09-07). "Canon Introduces a new High-End Cinema Lens: CINE-SERVO 15-120mm". Y.M.Cinema - News & Insights on Digital Cinema. Retrieved 2022-09-10.
  22. ^ "Canon CN7x17 KAS S Cine-Servo 17-120mm T2.95 now available in RF mount". Newsshooter. 2024-06-05. Retrieved 2024-06-08.
  23. ^ "Canon Announces CN-E18-80mm T4.4 L IS KAS S - an Affordable Lightweight Cine Zoom with Optional Servo Unit / Visual Impact Blog". www.visuals.co.uk. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  24. ^ "Canon introduces Compact-Servo 70-200mm T4.4 lens for aspiring filmmakers". DPReview. Retrieved 2022-09-01.
  25. ^ "Canon CN-E 14-35mm T1.7 L & CN-E 31.5-95mm T1.7 L Cine Zooms announced". Newsshooter. 2023-04-02. Retrieved 2023-04-08.

10. https://www.bestbuyingguide.in/2020/10/finally-canon-eos-c70-launched-in-india.html?m=1. Canon first dslr type cinema camera.

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