Canon EOS C700 GS PL Cinema Camera

• Key Features
  • Super 35mm Global Shutter CMOS Sensor
  • PL Mount
  • Up to 14 Stops of Dynamic Range
  • 4K up to 60 fps, 2K/HD up to 240 fps

Put Canon's mastery of image processing into a cinema-grade production-ready form factor and you get the EOS C700 GS PL Cinema Camera. This version of the C700 comes stocked with an ARRI PL lens mount, opening up a wealth of compatible vintage and modern cinema lens options. Furthermore, the 12-o'clock position of the PL mount is home to the Cooke /i lens interface, which passes lens information, such as aperture, focal length, and focus distance in real-time from compatible lenses for electronic display as well as metadata useful in VFX workflows. Beyond the lens mount is the first stop in the C700's imaging pipeline, the 4.2K global-shutter CMOS image sensor. The global shutter exposes every pixel on the sensor simultaneously. As opposed to rolling shutters found in most cinema cameras, this global shutter will be free of distortion that can be caused by fast moving objects passing through the scene or intense camera movements.

What good is a sensor without the processing technology to back it up? The C700 is capable of 4K recording at 60p to CFast 2.0 cards using the XF-AVC format. Also available are Apple's well-regarded ProRes formats for direct-to-edit workflows. Raw recording is another possibility through Canon's separately available Codex Digital Recorder which simply clips onto the rear of the C700's modular design.

While the C700 is a fairly advanced piece of equipment, Canon has implemented a familiar user interface. Most basic functions can be accessed through the six buttons surrounding the screen. More advanced settings can be found using the simple selection dial and set buttons.

I/O options for nearly any application can be found on the C700's side panel. Video, audio, control, and power inputs and outputs are available for implementations ranging from ENG-style run-and-gun to high-budget cinema productions.

While the C700 is a production powerhouse all on its own, its modular design lets the user customize the form factor to fit their use case. The rectangular body has enough real-estate to be shoulder-mounted for handheld shooting or secured to a dovetail on professional grip equipment with ease. And for the first time on a Cinema EOS camera, native V-mount battery support is available via an installed IDX battery plate.

General Features

Canon Log

Following in the tradition of the EOS C series cameras, the C700 offers Canon Log, Canon Log 2, and Canon Log 3 curves for recording.

Canon Log 2 emphasizes post-production grading, and maintains higher tonality in dark areas compared to the original Canon Log. With this curve, up to 15 stops of dynamic range can be realized in a single frame.

Canon Log 3 uses a gamma designed to simplify grading by tightening dark areas and adjusting gradation, making it a gamma that makes noise less noticeable and widens dynamic range while retaining Canon Log's ease of use.

Lens Control

A 12-pin lens connection enables remote control of a compatible lens's focus, zoom, and iris functions, similar to that of a broadcast lens.

B4 Lens Support

With the separately available B4 lens mount adapter, traditional 2/3" ENG lenses can be used in run-and-gun situations as they cover a large zoom range while remaining relatively compact.

Intuitive Operation

In addition to several assignable buttons, six soft keys surround the control screen on the operator-side of the camera. Each of the six buttons can be set to adjust a different camera setting easily and intuitively. This menu system can be driven independently of the EVF menu. Deeper settings can be accessed using the dial, set key, as well as familiar home and back buttons.

ND Filters

Dual motorized filter wheels hold 2, 4, and 6-stop ND filters. Using both wheels together in the extension mode enables even stronger 8 and 10-stop settings.

Upgradability

The camera can grow with your productions as you require. If your workflow moves from PL-mount lenses a Canon service center can switch your mount.

Global Shutter

Having a global shutter in a Super-35mm sensor is no small feat. With the global shutter equipped, you can say goodbye to skewed images, jello effects, and flash banding. The global-shutter sensor does not support Dual Pixel AF or Focus Guide features.

IP Streaming Support

IP streaming support lets users stream video online in real-time as they shoot. The C700 can connect with compatible IP decoders, IP streaming software and other devices, either through the on-board Ethernet connection or with a separately available Wi-Fi adapter, to enable live streaming to video websites or news programs within an existing video production and editing workflow, such as at a broadcast station.

Canon C700 GS PL-Mount

Image Sensor

Image Sensor Size	Super35
Sensor Type	CMOS
Sensor Resolution	4374 x 2496 (10.92 MP)
Effective Sensor Resolution	4096 x 2160 (8.85 MP)
Shutter Type	Global Shutter
ISO	160 to 25,600 (Native) 100 to 102,400 (Expanded)
Gain	-2 to 42 dB (Native) -6 to 54 dB (Expanded)

Camera

Lens Mount	PL Mount
Built-In ND Filter	Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Recording Media	2 x CFast 2.0 Card Slots 1 x SDXC Card Slot

Internal Recording

Raw Recording	Raw 12-Bit: 4096 x 2160  Raw 10-Bit: 4096 x 2160
Recording Modes	ProRes 4:4:4 12-Bit:  2048 x 1080  1920 x 1080  XF-AVC 4:4:4 12-Bit:  2048 x 1080  1920 x 1080  XF-AVC 4:2:2 10-Bit:  4096 x 2160  3840 x 2160  ProRes 4:2:2 10-Bit:  4096 x 2160  3840 x 2160
Gamma Curve	Canon Log, Canon Log 2, Canon Log 3, DCI-P3, Rec2020, Rec709, ST2084, Wide DR

External Recording

IP Streaming

RTP, RTSP, UDP: 720 x 480 to 1920 x 1080 at 25p, 29.97p, 50i, 59.94i  (1.5 to 9.0 Mb/s)

Interfaces

Video Connectors	2 x BNC (3G-SDI) Monitor Output 4 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output 1 x HDMI Output
Audio Connectors	2 x 3-Pin XLR Mic Level Input 1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Stereo Headphone Output
Other I/O	1 x 12-Pin Lens Control  1 x BNC Timecode Input/Output 1 x BNC Genlock Output 1 x RJ45
Wireless Interfaces	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Wi-Fi Control

Display

Display Type	LCD
Screen Size	3"
Screen Resolution	1,036,000 Dots

Power

Battery Type	V-Mount
Power Connectors	1 x 4-Pin XLR (12 VDC) Input 1 x D-Tap (12 to 24 VDC at2 A) Output

General

Accessory Mount	1 x 3/8"-16 Female 1 x 1/4"-20 Female
Dimensions	6.6 x 6.1 x 13.2" / 16.7 x 15.4 x 33.6 cm
Weight	7.9 lb / 3.6 kg

Packaging Info

Package Weight	17.05 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	18.8 x 14.2 x 13.9"