Canon XF XF305

Canon XF XF305

XF305 KIT - 2.37MP, 1920 x 1080 px, 3CMOS 1/3", 18x/1.5x, 1/3 - 1/2000 s, 10.16 cm (4 ") LCD, 1230000 px, CF/SD/SDHC, DIGIC DV III, HDMI, USB 2.0, 2700 g, Black

Manufacturer
Canon
SKU
4455B008
05-11-2010
Professional Camcorders
The XF305, one of Canon’s first file-based professional camcorders, combines an MPEG-2, 50Mbps, 4:2:2 codec with a Canon L-series lens and 3 Full HD CMOS sensors for superb HD video stored on CF card.

Features:
- MPEG-2 MXF recording to CF cards at up to 50Mbps (4:2:2).
- Comprehensive NLE support.
- 18x wide angle Canon L-series lens.
- 3 x 1/3 type Full HD Canon CMOS sensors.
- HD-SDI, Timecode, Genlock.
- 10.1 cm LCD (1.23M dots); 1.3 cm (1.55M dots) EVF.
- Variable frame rates.

Capture high quality HD to CF cards
The XF305 records MPEG-2 MXF (Media eXchange Format) files – up to 1920 x 1080 Full HD at 50Mbps (4:2:2) – to CompactFlash (CF) memory cards. CF media is inexpensive and widely available: dual card slots allow filming to continue without interruption.

Flexible editing
Integrating seamlessly with existing workflows, movies shot on the XF305 are captured as industry-standard MXF files compatible with all major editing packages.

18x wide-angle lens
Drawing on Canon’s broadcast lens expertise – and informed by the feedback of professionals – the lightweight 18x L-series HD Video Lens delivers superb optical quality. Unique Ultra-Low Dispersion (Hi-UD) elements are used to prevent chromatic aberration. Separate rings offer independent control of Focus, Zoom and Iris (F1.6) – with full manual control available, end stops are provided for the focus and zoom rings.

3x Full HD CMOS
Full HD at 1920 x 1080 resolution is captured via three 1/3 type 2.07 Megapixel Full HD CMOS sensors – designed and manufactured by Canon in-house. High speed scanning minimises the effects of a rolling shutter.

10.1 cm LCD and 1.3 cm EVF
The 10.1 cm (4”) LCD screen can be positioned either side of the camera. Offering superior resolution (1.2M dots), the Focus Assist tool helps achieve sharp images. A built-in Waveform Monitor (WFM) helps verify exposure and other shooting parameters. Alternatively, a 1.3 cm (0.52”) Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) is available.

Variable frame rate
A wide range of frame rates is available, from 12 to 50 fps. This gives cameramen the freedom to alter the capture rate for additional creative flexibility.

Professional jackpack and independent audio
HD-SDI output is the industry standard, outputting uncompressed Full HD with embedded audio and Timecode. Genlock In and Timecode In/Out allow the XF305 to be used in a multi-camera shoot. Audio can be captured via twin XLR inputs and also with the front-mounted stereo microphone.

Custom pictures
Twenty-six Custom Picture options can be adjusted to achieve the perfect look. These can be stored in-camera – via SD card - and settings can even be transferred between camcorders.

CPS support
Canon’s exclusive CPS Video Support offers a priority repair service, guaranteeing quick turnaround.

Memory

Maximum memory card size 
32 GB

Video

Maximum video resolution 
1920 x 1080 pixels
Video formats supported 
MPEG2
Video capturing speed
50 fps

Technical details

Interface 
USB 2.0
Colour of product 
Black
Weight 
2.7 kg
Viewfinder
1550000 pixels
Focal length range (f-f) 
4.1 - 73.8 mm
Auto exposure
Y
Camera shutter speed 
1/3 - 1/2000s
Compatible memory cards 
CF, SD, SDHC
Display 
LCD
Optical sensor size 
1/0.118 mm (1/3")
Optical zoom 
18x
Sensor type 
CMOS
Total megapixels 
2.37 MP
White balance 
Auto, Daylight, Tungsten

Ports & interfaces

HDMI 
Y
DC-in jack 
Y
XLR in
Y

Power

Power consumption (typical) 
9W

Performance

Auto focus 
Y
Manual focus
Y

Technical details

Display diagonal 
10.16 cm (4")

Audio

Noise reduction
Y

Image sensor

Effective megapixels (movie)
2.07 MP

Lens system

Closest focusing distance
0.2m
Digital zoom 
1.5x
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)
29.3 - 527.4 mm
Image stabilizer 
Y

Camera

Photo effects 
Black&White
Minimum illumination 
50 lx

Viewfinder

Viewfinder screen size
1.45 cm (0.57")

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T) 
-5 - 45 °C

Packaging content

Battery technology 
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)

Weight & dimensions

Filter size 
8.2 cm
Width 
18 cm
Depth 
39.4 cm
Height 
19.2 cm

Other features

Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out 
1
Video out
1
USB 2.0 ports quantity 
1
Audio output 
1
Spotlight
Y

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