Canon EOS C300 III Cinema Camera (EF Mount)

New 4K Super 35mm CMOS sensor for breathtaking image quality

Equipped with a newly developed 4K Super 35mm DGO sensor and DIGIC DV7 image processor, the EOS C300 Mark III delivers an exceptional high-resolution image with 16+ stops of latitude. It also has an impressive low light capability, with improved low noise, of up to ISO 102,400 where the human eye cannot easily see.

The DGO sensor is a newly-developed imaging system that offers exceptionally clean low light image quality as well as superb HDR acquisition capabilities. On the DGO sensor, each pixel will read out the image with two different amplification levels, one high and one low, which will then be combined to make a single image. The higher amplification read-out is optimised to capture clean details in darker areas, while the lower amplification read-out is optimised to capture the details in brighter areas. Hence, when combined together at pixel-level accuracy, the details and the qualities on both the highlight, as well as the low light areas will be maintained and enhanced which enables the camera to achieve an impressive higher.

High frame rates up to 120fps in 4K

The EOS C300 Mark III supports continuous 4K recording at up to 120fps, in both Cinema RAW Light and XF-AVC. In 2K (crop) mode, frame rates from 12 fps up to 180 fps can also be set for greater creative freedom, while a dedicated Slow & Fast button, provides quick access to the desired Slow & Fast setting.

Extensive Auto Focus functions

• Dual Pixel Focus Guide: Dual Pixel CMOS AF phase-difference technology provides an innovative graphical guide that represents front/back focus deviation; the rectangle turns green when the subject is in focus, improving usability and accuracy when manual focus pulling, especially for critical focusing in 4K.
• Tracking AF: Simply use the touchscreen to select an object in the frame and it will be tracked as it moves within it, enabling effortless subject tracking, taking all the hard work away.
• Face Priority AF / Face Only AF: Working together with Canon Face Detection technology, Dual Pixel CMOS AF is excellent at automatically recognising a face, focusing and following it while it moves.

Support for in-body Electronic IS

The EOS C300 Mark III incorporates Electronic Image Stabilisation (IS) into the camera body, supporting 5-axis camera shake correction. Even when used with lenses with no electronic lens communication, Electronic IS is possible by manually inputting the focal length.

• Automatically obtains focal length: When a lens that supports data transmission is attached, focal length data is automatically received through the digital contacts for shooting with optimised Electronic IS.
• Electronic IS with non-electrical contact lenses: Shooting with Electronic IS is possible even when a lens that does not support data transmission is attached by simply manually inputting the focal length. It is also compatible with anamorphic lenses.
• Focal Length can be saved: Just select focal length during shooting to shoot with an electronic IS effect optimised for the settings.

Pioneering Auto Focus technology

The EOS C300 Mark III features Canon’s Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology which offers high-speed Continuous AF. Users also benefit from smooth, intuitive touch focus operation with the 4.3-inch LCD monitor LM-V2, as well as an improved focus control that recreates a more natural focus pull. To further fine-tune AF performance, the EOS C300 Mark III offers the ability to set the AF tracking speed and response. *with compatible lenses

Various mount and lens options

The EOS C300 Mark III provides support for optional interchangeable lens mounts for different project requirements. EF lens mount provides perfect compatibility with a huge range of Canon EF lenses, including EF Cine Primes, while the optional PL mount supports the Cooke /i system. Additionally, B4 mount adapters are also available (for EF or PL mounts) to use with B4 lenses.

• Canon EOS C300 Mark III Digital Cinema Camera Body (EF Lens Mount)
• Canon GR-V1 Camera Grip for EOS C200
• Canon LM-V2 4.3" LCD Monitor
• Canon LA-V2 LCD Attachment Unit
• Canon Single Battery Charger for EOS C300 Mark II, C200, and C200B Batteries
• Canon BP-A60 Battery Pack For EOS C300 Mark II, C200, and C200B
• Canon UN-5 Unit Cable for Canon EOS C200, C300 Mark II, C700, and XC15 (20"')
• Handle Unit
• Extension Unit Attachment Bracket
• SS-1200 Shoulder Strap
• Compact Power Adapter CA-CP200 B
• AC Power Cable
• Power Cord US
• Thumb Rest
• Microphone Holder Unit
• M4 Screw for Microphone Holder
• 1/4" Wrench
• M3 Wrench
• M4 Wrench
• 1/4" Head Bolt
• M3 Head Bolt
• Bolt Stopper
• Limited 2-Year Warranty

Note: Lenses shown in images are not included

Image Sensor

Sensor Type: Super 35mm CMOS
Colour Filter: RGB primary (Bayer array)
Sensor Modes: Super 35 mm / Super 16 mm (Crop)
Total Pixels: Approx. 9.6 MP (4206 x 2280)
Effective Pixels:
8.85 MP (4096 x 2160) when 4096 x 2160 or 2048 x 1080 selected
8.29 MP (3840 x 2160) when 3840 x 2160 or 1920 x 1080 selected
Effective Sensor Size:
Super 35 mm: 26.2 x 13.8 mm (29.6 mm diagonal) for 4096 x 2160 / 2048 x 1080
24.6 x 13.8 mm (28.2 mm diagonal) for 3840 x 2160 / 1920 x 1080
Dynamic Range:
Canon Log 2: 1600% / 16+ stops
Canon Log 3: 1600% / 14 stops
Wide DR: 800% (ISO 400)
Image Processor: DIGIC DV7

Lens

Mounts: Canon EF (Cinema Lock), PL (via PM-V1), B4 (via MO-4E / MO-4P adapters)
Lens Magnification Factor:
Super 35 mm: 1.460x (4096x2160 RAW / 4096x2160 / 2048x1080), 1.534x (3840x2160 / 1920x1080)
Super 16 mm: 2.920x (2048x1080), 3.069x (1920x1080)
Changeable Lens Mount: Yes
Peripheral Illumination Correction: Yes (dependent on lens)
ND Filter: Up to 10 stops (built-in, extended mode)
Focus Control: EF Mount: Lens, wireless, or wired remote; PL Mount: Cine Servo lenses only
Iris Control: EF Mount: Body, grip, wireless, or wired remote; 1/2, 1/3, or fine control; constant F-number possible during zoom
Anamorphic Lens Support: 2x / 1.8x / 1.3x
Image Stabilisation: Optical (lens dependent) + Digital 5-Axis IS for non-IS lenses

Recording

Media: Dual CFexpress cards (Cinema RAW Light / XF-AVC / MXF), SD card for XF-AVC Proxy and photos
Recording Time (512GB CFexpress card):
Cinema RAW Light: 4096x2160, 1 Gbps – 64 min; 2048x1080, 250 Mbps – 256 min
XF-AVC/MXF: 4096x2160, 810 Mbps – 79 min / 410 Mbps – 156 min; 2048x1080, 310 Mbps – 207 min / 160 Mbps – 401 min
Formats: Cinema RAW Light (CRM), XF-AVC ALL-I or Long GOP
Frame Rates: 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 24 Hz modes
Slow/Fast Motion: Yes, up to 120 FPS (Cinema RAW Light), up to 180 FPS (XF-AVC Proxy)
Double Slot Recording: Yes (simultaneous)
Pre-Record (Cache): 3 seconds
Digital Teleconverter: 1.5x, 2x, 2.5x, 3x, Off

Monitoring / Display

Waveform Monitor: Yes (via MON, SDI OUT, VIDEO, HDMI)
False Colour Display: Yes
Colour Bars: SMPTE, EBU, ARIB
Peaking: 2 levels, colour/gain/frequency adjustable
Zebra: Level 1 & 2, both
Markers: Center, grid, horizontal, aspect, safety, rectangular; selectable colours
EVF: Optional OLED EVF-V50 / EVF-V70

Inputs / Outputs

Audio In: 2x 3-pin XLR, 1x 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Headphone Out: 3.5 mm mini jack
Video Monitor: 1x 3G-SDI BNC (output)
HDMI: Type A (output)
USB: Input only (GP-E2 connection)
SDI Output: 12G-SDI BNC, 4K->2K/FHD conversion
Time Code / Genlock: BNC inputs/outputs, optional expansion units
DC Input / Output: XLR 4-pin, EU-V2/3 accessories support
Remote / Wireless: 2.5 mm REMOTE A, 8-pin REMOTE B, Wi-Fi optional
Lens / Ethernet Terminals: Optional EU-V2/EU-V1

Exposure

Modes: Manual, Auto Iris, Push Auto Iris
Exposure Compensation: Yes
ISO Range: 100 – 102,400 (expanded up to 80,000+ depending on setting)
Shutter: Speed, Angle, Clear Scan, Slow Shutter
Shutter Speed: 1/12 – 1/2000 (1/3 or 1/4 stop increments)
Shutter Angle: 11.25° – 360°
Auto Gain Control: Yes
Autofocus (EF Mount)
System: Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Contrast AF
AF Frame Sizes: Large (~20% x 25%), Small (~20% x 8%) of image
Modes: One-Shot AF, Continuous AF, AF-Boosted MF
Face Detection: Yes, up to 120p (Face Priority / Face Only)
Stored Configurations: C1-C20 (Canon Log, Wide DR, PQ, HLG, BT.709, EOS Standard, user-defined)
Colour Matrix: Neutral, Production Camera, Video (C300/500 CP-OFF)
Adjustments: Master Pedestal, Master Black, Black Gamma, Knee, Low Key Saturation, Sharpness, Noise Reduction, Skin Detail

White Balance

Presets: Daylight, Tungsten, Kelvin (2000-15000K, 100K steps), Set A/B
Shift & Matching: Yes

Time Code

Modes: Regen, RecRun, Free Run, External, Hold (Drop frame for some rates)
Start Value: 00:00:00:00

Audio

Recording: Linear PCM, 24-bit / 48 kHz, 4 channels

Wi-Fi & GPS (Optional)

Wi-Fi: WPS, manual, access point search; WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK/WEP; Auto/manual
GPS: Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, UTC