PUB. DIE-0477-000H Digital Cinema Camera Instruction Manual Firmware ver. 1.1.1.1.
Important Usage Instructions 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No userserviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Important Safety Instructions 4 In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” refers to the Canon Digital Cinema Camera EOS C300 Mark II and all its accessories. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8.
Highlights of the EOS C300 Mark II The Canon Digital Cinema Camera EOS C300 Mark II has been designed to meet the demanding needs and highest expectations of industry professionals. The following are just some of the many features that will help turn your creative vision into reality.
Display options The articulated monitor unit offers a 10.1-cm (4-in.) LCD screen and can be rotated 270° for maximum convenience. The unit cables connecting it to the camera can be easily replaced by optional, longer ones if necessary. On the camera’s body, the viewfinder uses a 1.2-cm (0.46-in.) organic LED display that offers superior color reproduction and contrast. Both the LCD screen and viewfinder have 100% coverage, ensuring that you can compose your shots with ease.
• Menu settings file that can be saved in the camera or on an SD card to restore all the menu settings or replicate them perfectly on another C300 Mark II camera (A 151). • Improved clip name format with more information for easier identification and organization of clips (A 61). • Metadata and geotagging (A 110, 112, 132). • Battery packs compatible with Intelligent System for better remaining usage time information. • Improved DC IN terminal and cable plug for more robust connection.
Table of Contents 8 1. Introduction 11 About this Manual 11 Conventions Used in this Manual 11 Supplied Accessories 13 Names of Parts 14 Monitor Unit 19 Grip Unit 21 Handle Unit and Mounting Bracket 22 4K Workflow Overview 23 Color Grading with the ACES Workflow 24 2.
White Balance 77 Custom White Balance 77 Color Temperature/Preset White Balance 78 Auto White Balance (AWB) 79 Adjusting the Focus 80 Manual Focus 81 One-Shot AF 84 AF-Boosted MF 84 Continuous AF 85 Changing the AF Frame Size and Position 86 Face Detection and Tracking 87 Tracking a Specific Subject 88 Zooming 89 Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 90 Displaying Onscreen Markers 90 Displaying Zebra Patterns 91 Setting the Time Code 92 Selecting the Time Code Mode 92 Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame 93 Put
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1 Introduction 11 About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon EOS C300 Mark II. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camera and retain it for future reference. Should the camera fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 204). Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camera’s operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • A: Reference page number. • The following terms are used in this manual.
About this Manual 12 The arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus (A 32). For a concise summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options (A 185). Operating modes indicates that a function is available in the operating mode indicated and indicates that the function is not available. For a detailed explanation, refer to Turning the Camera On and Off (A 28).
Supplied Accessories Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with the camera. 13 x2 Monitor Unit Two sets of UN-5 Unit Cable (each, incl. color rubber O-rings (x 4)) Handle Unit Grip Unit1 CA-A10 AC Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-A30 Battery Pack (incl. terminal cover) Battery Charger CG-A10 (incl. power cord) CR2025 Lithium Button Battery Eye Cup Viewfinder Cap Body Cap1 Thumb Rest Extension Unit Attachment Bracket2 x10 1 2 Mounting Bracket Set of hex wrench and 0.
Names of Parts Names of Parts 14 8 9* 10 11 12 1 2 3* 4* 5* 13 6* 14* 15* 7* 16* 17 18* 19* 1 2 3 Socket for the supplied mounting bracket (A 45) Tape measure hook and focal plane mark MAGN.
Names of Parts p15 1 2 3 12 4 5 13 6 7 8 9 10 14 15 16 11 17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 System extension terminal (A 112, 124) AUDIO terminal (A 29) VIDEO terminal (A 29) GENLOCK terminal (A 96)/SYNC OUT (synchronizing signal output) terminal (A 96) × (headphone) terminal (A 105) REMOTE terminal For connecting the optional RC-V100 Remote Controller or commercially available remote controllers. TIME CODE terminal (A 97, 99) 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 MON.
Names of Parts 16 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 10 11 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Built-in monaural microphone (A 105) EF lens mount (A 36) PUSH AUTO IRIS (momentary automatic aperture) button (A 74)/ Assignable button Camera 10 (A 135) SD card slot (A 49) SD card slot cover (A 49) 6 7 8 9 10 11 EF lens mount index (A 36) EF-S lens mount index (A 36) Lens release button (A 36) EF lens lock pin (A 36) EF lens contacts (A 36) ONE-SHOT AF (focus automatically once) button (A 84)/Assignable button Camera 11 (A 135)
Names of Parts 11 12 13 1 2 3 4 5 14 15 16 17 6 7 18 8 9 10 1 2 Assignable button Camera 8 (A 135) FUNC.
Names of Parts 1 2 7 3 8 9 10 11 18 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 Tape measure hook Use the hook to accurately measure the distance from the focal plane. Accessory shoe with socket for 0.64 cm (1/4") screws For attaching accessories such as the optional VL-10Li II Battery Video Light.
Names of Parts Monitor Unit 19 1 2 3 Operation panel (A 20) 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 LCD panel (A 42, 43) MIRROR (invert the displayed image) button (A 42) Microphone lock screw (A 101) Microphone holder (A 101) Microphone cable clamp (A 101) 7 6 7 8 9 8 9 Socket for 0.
Names of Parts Operation panel 7 20 8 9 10 11 1 2 12 3 4 5 13 6 14 15 16 17 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DISP. (display) button (A 57, 156)/ Assignable button Monitor 7 (A 135) Ñ (stop) button (A 155)/ Assignable button Monitor 5 (A 135) WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 107)/ Assignable button Monitor 8 (A 135) MAGN. (magnification) button (A 83)/ INDEX button (A 154)/ Assignable button Monitor 9 (A 135) FUNC.
Names of Parts Grip Unit 1 5 21 2 3 6 4 7 1 2 3 FOCUS GUIDE button (A 82)/ Assignable button Grip 1 (A 135) Control dial (A 70, 72, 75) START/STOP button (A 56) 4 5 6 7 Grip belt (A 45) Joystick (A 32)/SET button (A 32) Connection plug (A 44) Lock screw (A 44)
Names of Parts Handle Unit and Mounting Bracket 1 2 3 4 1 5 1* 6 1 1 22 1 7 7** * Two more in the same location on the opposite side. ** One more in the same location on the opposite side. 1 2 3 Sockets for 0.64 cm (1/4") screws 7 in total on the handle unit; 8 in total on the bracket, of which, those marked with a star are used to attach the handle unit to the bracket (A 45). Front accessory shoe*** Socket for 0.95 cm (3/8") screws *** With socket for 0.
4K Workflow Overview 4K Workflow Overview The following illustrates the typical 4K workflow for this camera. 23 Operating modes: Recording Post-production CFast card 4K data (YCbCr 4:2:2) 4K Intra-frame recording (MXF) REC OUT or MON. terminal External 4K recorder SD card Full-quality data 4K RAW data RAW recording 2K recording (MXF) Cinema RAW Development Proxy data Color grading EDL Proxy data NLE software Shoot in 4K mode (A 64).
4K Workflow Overview Color Grading with the ACES Workflow Post-production 24 REC OUT or MON. terminal External 4K recorder MON. or HDMI OUT terminal RAW data 4K RAW recording Cinema RAW Development Input Transform OpenEXR (ACES 1.0) Color grading ASCCDL ACESproxy Inverse log ASC-CDL Output Transform Output Transform On-set Color Grading ACESproxy: ACESproxy video data that is output from the MON. terminal or HDMI OUT terminal when performing on-set color grading.
2 Preparations 25 Preparing the Power Supply You can power the camera using a battery pack or directly using the AC adapter. If you connect the AC adapter to the camera while a battery pack is attached, the camera will draw power from the power outlet. Using a Battery Pack You can power the camera using the supplied BP-A30 Battery Pack or the optional BP-A60 Battery Pack.
Preparing the Power Supply 26 • If there is a malfunction with the battery charger or battery pack, the charge indicator will go out and charging will stop. • For handling precautions regarding the battery pack, refer to Battery Pack (A 211). • For approximate charging times, refer to the Reference Tables (A 223). For approximate recording times with a fully charged battery pack, refer to the Specifications (A 219). • Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally.
Preparing the Power Supply Checking the Remaining Battery Charge When the camera is turned on, you can check the approximate remaining battery usage time (in minutes) by looking at any recording/playback screen or the [Battery/Hour Meter] status screen (A 202). You can also check the approximate charge level on the battery pack itself. Press the CHECK button on the battery pack. An indicator will light for approximately 3 seconds and show the approximate remaining battery charge.
Preparing the Power Supply Inserting the Lithium Button Battery 28 The supplied CR2025 lithium button battery ensures that any settings saved on the camera are not lost when no power source (battery pack or AC adapter) is connected to the camera. 햵 햳 1 Make sure no battery pack is attached to the camera and the AC adapter is not connected. 2 Turn the lithium battery compartment cover to the OPEN position and remove the cover. 햴 • Use a coin or a similar tool.
Attaching and Removing the Monitor Unit Attaching and Removing the Monitor Unit You can attach the monitor unit to the accessory shoe on the camera or to one of those on the handle unit. Further ahead you will find details about using the LCD panel and adjusting the LCD screen (A 42, 43). 29 Attaching the Monitor Unit 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 2 Insert the attachment base of the monitor unit to the camera’s accessory shoe or to one of the handle unit’s accessory shoes.
Date, Time and Language Settings Date, Time and Language Settings Setting the Date and Time 30 You will need to set the date and time on the camera before you can start using it. When the internal clock is not set, or if the settings were lost because the lithium button battery is depleted, the [Set Clock > Date/Time] screen will appear automatically with the time zone selected when you turn on the camera.
Date, Time and Language Settings Changing the Language The camera’s default language is English. You can change it to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Korean or Japanese. Please note that some settings and screens will be displayed in English, regardless of the language setting. [ System Setup] [Language H] [English] Operating modes: 1 Press the MENU button.
Using the Menus Using the Menus 32 In mode, many of the camera’s functions can be adjusted from the menu that opens after pressing the MENU button. You can also register frequently used menu settings in a customized submenu (My Menu) for easy access. In mode, press the MENU button to open the menu or SET to open the clip menu for clip operations (A 158). For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to Menu Options (A 185).
Using the Menus 5 Push the joystick right or press SET. • The orange selection frame will appear on a setting option. • Press the CANCEL button to return to the previous submenu. 6 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the desired setting option and then press SET. • Depending on the menu item, additional selections may be necessary. 7 Press the MENU button to close the menu. NOTES • Unavailable items may appear grayed out. • Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu.
Using the Menus Rearranging Menu Settings 1 Open the My Menu [Move] screen. [ My Menu 1]* > [Edit] > [Move] 34 [ My Menu 1]* [Edit] 2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the setting you want to move and then press SET. • An orange icon will appear next to the setting you selected to move. [Move] 3 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to move the setting to the desired position and then press SET. * Default setting.
Using the Menus Using the Virtual Keyboard Screen When the monitor unit is attached to the camera and the LCD screen is used, the full keyboard screen will appear on the screen. When the monitor unit is not attached to the camera, a simplified screen for entering text will appear on the viewfinder. 1 Use the joystick to select a character and then press SET to add it. • On the full keyboard: Push the joystick up/down/left/right to select the desired character and press SET to enter it.
Preparing the Camera Preparing the Camera This section outlines the basic preparations for the camera such as attaching a lens and attaching the modular units to the camera: grip unit, bracket and handle unit, thumb rest, eye cup, etc. 36 Preparing the Lens As much as possible, attach and remove the lens quickly and in a clean environment free of dust. Refer also to the instruction manual of the lens used. IMPORTANT • When attaching/removing a lens, avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources.
Preparing the Camera • Depending on the lens used, you may experience one or more of the following limitations. - The lens model name may be shortened when displayed on the screen. - You may not be able to focus manually when the focus mode switch is set to AF. - You may not be able to use the focus preset function on super telephoto lenses. - You may not be able to use the power zoom function on lenses with that function.
Preparing the Camera 38 • When peripheral illumination correction is activated: - Depending on the recording conditions, noise may appear in the periphery of the image as a result of the correction. - The level of correction will be lower for lenses that cannot provide distance information. - The level of correction will be lower the higher the ISO speed/gain setting used. - Due to the difference in sensor size, when using EF-S lenses, peripheral illumination fall-off may be more pronounced.
Preparing the Camera Configuring the Modular Units Your camera is nothing if not versatile and you can choose the configuration that best fits your needs and shooting conditions. 39 Configuration with monitor Configuration with monitor, bracket and handle for easy carrying Light configuration with grip for hand-held shooting Minimal configuration with thumb rest IMPORTANT • Be careful not to drop the camera or modular units when attaching, removing or adjusting the various accessories.
Preparing the Camera Using the Optional LM-V1 LCD Monitor 40 You can connect the optional LM-V1 LCD Monitor to the camera’s VIDEO terminal and use the LM-V1’s touch screen for certain focus-related functions. Note that you cannot use the optional LA-V1 LCD Attachment Unit to attach the LM-V1 to the camera.
Preparing the Camera NOTES • When using the LM-V1 with an optional WFT-E6 or WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter or optional GP-E1 GPS Receiver (A 112), make sure to keep a distance between the two accessories. Failure to do so may interfere with the Wi-Fi signal. • Based on the LCD monitor’s position, you can invert the image displayed on the screen.
Preparing the Camera Using the LCD Panel 42 햲 The whole monitor unit can be rotated 270º sideways allowing for easy monitoring and operation from the side of the camera. Additionally, the independently articulated LCD panel can be rotated 180º sideways and 270º up and down. In combination, you can position the LCD panel at a comfortable angle whatever the shooting style you need. 햳 1 Rotate the monitor unit sideways to the desired angle.
Preparing the Camera Adjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Screen You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color, sharpness, and luminance level of the viewfinder and LCD screen independently of each other. These adjustments will not affect your recordings. [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] [LCD Setup] [Viewfinder Setup] Operating modes: 1 Open the setup menu for the viewfinder or LCD screen.
Preparing the Camera Using a Tripod 44 5.5 mm The camera is shipped with the TB-1 Tripod Base for tripods with 0.95 cm (3/8") screws. You can mount the camera on a tripod but do not use tripods with mounting screws longer than 5.5 mm (0.2 in.) as this may cause damage to the camera. Using a Tripod with 0.64 cm (1/4") Mounting Screws 햲 To use a tripod with 0.64 cm (1/4") mounting screws, first attach the supplied tripod adapter base to the camera and then attach the tripod to the adapter base.
Preparing the Camera Attaching the Grip Unit The grip unit can be attached in any of 24 positions (at 15º intervals) to give you a convenient grip angle for high- and low-angle shooting. 햴 햳 45 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 2 Unscrew the thumb rest and remove it from the camera. White line 3 Firmly insert the grip unit’s plug all the way into the grip unit connection terminal on the camera. • Make sure to insert the plug all the way in, until the white line around the terminal is not visible.
Preparing the Camera Attaching the Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. 46 Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers You can remove the covers of the camera’s terminals to access them more easily. Removing the Terminal Covers Open the terminal cover and gently pull it straight out. Attaching the Terminal Covers Insert the connecting strip into the opening to attach the terminal cover.
Preparing Recording Media Preparing Recording Media The camera records 4K clips on CFast cards and 2K or Full HD clips (proxy clips) and photos on SD cards*. The camera features two CFast card slots. When you insert two CFast cards in the camera, the camera can record 4K clips simultaneously on both cards, or it can switch automatically to recording on the other CFast card when a CFast card becomes full. Initialize recording media (A 50) when you use them with this camera for the first time.
Preparing Recording Media Inserting a CFast Card You can insert a CFast card into CFast card slot A or slot B. If you have two CFast cards, you can use both slots. 48 햲 Operating modes: 1 Slide the CFast card slot cover switch in the direction of the arrow. 햳 • The CFast card slot cover will open upward (slot A) or downward (slot B). 2 Insert the CFast card straight, with the label facing up, all the way into the slot. 햴 3 Close the CFast card slot cover.
Preparing Recording Media IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while a CFast card access indicator is illuminated in red. Failure to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camera. - Do not open the cover of the CFast card slot being accessed. Inserting and Removing an SD Card SD card access indicator Operating modes: 햴 1 Wait until the SD card access indicator is off or is illuminated in green. 2 Open the SD card slot cover.
Preparing Recording Media Initializing Recording Media The first time you use a recording media with this camera, initialize it first. You can also initialize a recording media to permanently delete all the data it contains. 50 When initializing an SD card, you can select quick initialization, which clears the file allocation table but does not physically erase the stored data, or complete initialization, which deletes all data completely. Operating modes: 1 Open the [Initialize Media] submenu.
Preparing Recording Media Switching Between the CFast Card Slots The camera features two CFast card slots, CFast (CFast card slot A) and CFast (CFast card slot B). If both slots contain a CFast card, you can switch between them as necessary. 51 Operating modes: Press the SLOT SELECT button. • The access indicator of the selected CFast card slot will illuminate in green.
Preparing Recording Media 52 NOTES • Relay recording (the switch to the other CFast card) will not be performed during slow motion recording even if the recording media becomes full. • If a CFast card becomes full during double slot recording, recording on both cards will stop. On the other hand, if an error occurs with one of the CFast cards, recording will continue on the other card. • Double slot recording cannot be used with relay recording or slow & fast motion recording.
Adjusting the Black Balance Adjusting the Black Balance You can have the camera adjust the black balance automatically when ambient temperature changes considerably or if there is a noticeable change in a true black video signal. 53 Operating modes: 1 Attach the body cap to the lens mount. [v Camera Setup] • If a lens was attached, remove the lens and replace the body cap. 2 Open the [ABB] screen. [ABB] [v Camera Setup] > [ABB] 3 Select [OK] and then press SET.
Adjusting the Black Balance 54
3 Recording 55 Recording Video This section explains the basics of recording clips*. For details on recording audio, refer to Recording Audio (A 100). Before making important recordings for the first time, make the following test recordings to check that the camera operates correctly. Should the camera fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 204). - Record a primary clip on a CFast card for approximately 5 minutes using the default bit rate of 410 Mbps.
Recording Video Recording 56 Tally lamp CFast card access indicators SD card access indicator 1 Set the Q switch to CAMERA. • The camera turns on in mode and enters record standby mode. • The access indicators of card slots with a card inserted will illuminate momentarily in red. Then, the access indicator of the CFast card slot selected for recording will change to green. 2 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording. • Recording starts.
Recording Video Locking the Controls in Recording Mode Once in mode, you can set the Q switch to C (key lock) to lock all the physical controls (buttons and switches) on the camera, save for the START/STOP button*. This is useful in preventing settings from being changed due to inadvertently pressing one of the buttons. Return the Q switch to the CAMERA position to reactivate the controls.
Recording Video Left side of the screen Icon/Display 58 Description Custom Display è é ê Remaining battery charge 2: [Remaining Battery] ë (in red) The icon shows an estimate of the remaining charge. The remaining recording time is 000 min displayed, in minutes, next to the icon. • When is displayed, replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. • Depending on the conditions of use, the actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately.
Recording Video Icon/Display Description Recording operation: Custom Display 2: [Recording Mode] STBY, ÜREC Clip recording: record standby, recording. INT STBY, ÜINT, ÜINT REC Interval recording (A 121): record standby (before the sequence has started), record standby (once the sequence has started), recording. • In record standby mode before the interval recording sequence has started, [INT] flashes.
Recording Video Bottom/Bottom-Center of the screen Icon/Display 60 Description Custom Display C Key lock (A 57) 1: [Key Lock] A001C001 to Z999D999 Clip identification. Includes the camera index, reel number and clip number components of the clip file name (A 61).
Recording Video Rear Panel Displays You can check the following information on the rear panel. This allows you to easily adjust main camera functions like the shutter speed, white balance and ISO speed/gain even when the monitor unit is not attached to the camera without having to use the viewfinder.
Recording Video The basic file name structure is as follows. When a primary clip and proxy clip are recorded simultaneously, the clips’ file names will be identical for the most part (components 1 to 6). A001C001_yymmddXX_CANON_01P 62 1 1 2 3 4 5 2 3 4 Camera index: One character (A to Z) that identifies the camera used. Reel number: 3 characters (001 to 999) that identify the recording media used. Clip number: 4 characters (C001 to D999).
Recording Video Using the Fan The camera uses an internal cooling fan to reduce the camera’s internal heat. In mode, you can change the fan’s operation mode and speed. In mode, the fan runs at all times but you can select its speed. 63 Setting the Fan’s Operation in Mode In addition to the fan’s operation mode, you can select independently the fan speed used while recording and in record standby mode. [ System Setup] [Fan] Operating modes: 1 Open the fan’s [Mode] submenu.
Video Configuration: System Frequency, Frame Rate, Resolution and Bit Rate Video Configuration: System Frequency, Frame Rate, Resolution and Bit Rate 64 Before you record, set the video configuration used for primary clips by selecting the resolution (frame size) and color sampling settings, bit rate and frame rate that best match your creative needs. Available frame rate options will depend on the system frequency selected. See the table following the procedures for a summary.
Video Configuration: System Frequency, Frame Rate, Resolution and Bit Rate Selecting the Bit Rate [3 Recording/Media Setup] The bit rate can only be changed when the resolution is set to [2048x1080 YCC422 10 bit] or [1920x1080 YCC422 10 bit]. [Bit Rate] 65 Operating modes: [160 Mbps Intra-frame]* 1 Open the [Bit Rate] submenu. [3 Recording/Media Setup] > [Bit Rate] 2 Select the desired option and then press SET.
Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC. Button Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC. Button 66 You can adjust three main camera functions –shutter speed, white balance and ISO speed/gain– using the FUNC. button (direct setting mode). In direct setting mode, you can change settings using the LCD screen/ viewfinder or using only the rear panel, which is convenient when the monitor unit is not attached to the camera. This section will explain the basic operation of the direct setting mode.
Shutter Speed Shutter Speed Set the shutter speed based on the recording conditions. For example, you may want to set slower shutter speeds in darker environments. The camera offers the following modes. You can also perform this function remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 128). Operating modes: [Speed]: Allows you to set the shutter speed (in fractions of a second). You can select the increment to use when adjusting the shutter speed between 1/3-stop and 1/4-stop increments.
Shutter Speed Changing the Shutter Speed Mode and Value You can also perform this function remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 128). 68 1 Open the shutter speed [Mode] submenu. [v Camera Setup] > [Shutter] > [Mode] 2 Select the desired mode and then press SET. • If you selected [Speed] (the default value), continue the procedure to select the increment scale to use when adjusting the shutter speed; otherwise, skip to step 5. [v Camera Setup] [Shutter] [Mode] …..
ISO Speed/Gain ISO Speed/Gain Depending on the shooting conditions, you may want to adjust the brightness of the image. You can do so by changing the ISO speed or gain value to adjust the sensitivity of the sensor. You can also perform this function remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 128).
ISO Speed/Gain Using the Control Dial 70 You can adjust the ISO speed or gain value using the control dial on the camera or that on the grip unit. You will need to set in advance the function of one of the control dials to [ISO/Gain]. You can select the function assigned to each control dial independently. Control dial Assigning ISO Speed/Gain Control to a Control Dial 1 Open the [Camera Control Dial] (control dial on the camera) or [Grip Control Dial] (control dial on the grip unit) submenu.
ND Filter ND Filter Using the ND filter allows you to open up the aperture to obtain a shallower depth of field even when recording in bright surroundings. You can also use the ND filter to avoid the soft focus caused by diffraction when using small apertures. By default, you can select one of 3 density levels (2 to 6 stops) and, if you enable the extended ND range, you can select one of 5 density levels (2 to 10 stops).
Adjusting the Aperture Adjusting the Aperture 72 You can affect the brightness of your recordings or change the depth of field by adjusting the aperture. By default, the camera is set to manual aperture but, depending on the lens used, the camera offers 3 ways to adjust the aperture. Refer to the list of compatible lenses and functions that can be used (A 222).
Adjusting the Aperture Changing the aperture mode and value 1 Open the aperture [Mode] submenu. [v Camera Setup] > [Iris] > [Mode] • This setting is available only when an EF lens compatible with automatic aperture is attached to the camera. For noncompatible lenses, the aperture mode will be set to [Manual] and cannot be changed. Skip to step 3. • When using a compatible EF Cinema lens, enable automatic adjustment on the lens (A 72). 73 Control dial 2 Select [Manual] and then press SET.
Adjusting the Aperture Momentary Automatic Aperture - Push Auto Iris 74 During manual aperture, you can press the PUSH AUTO IRIS button to have the camera temporarily take control and automatically adjust the aperture for an optimal exposure. You can also perform this function remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 128). 1 Set [v Camera Setup] > [Iris] > [Mode] to [Manual] (A 73). • When using a compatible EF Cinema lens, enable automatic adjustment on the lens (A 72).
Adjusting the Aperture Exposure Compensation - AE Shift Use AE shift to compensate the exposure that was set using automatic aperture, in order to darken or lighten the image. You can also perform this function remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 128). 1 Open the [AE Shift] submenu. [v Camera Setup] > [AE] > [AE Shift] 2 Select an AE shift level and then press SET. • You can select one of 17 AE shift levels from –2.0 to +2.0.
Adjusting the Aperture NOTES • If you set an assignable button to [Backlight] or [Spotlight] (A 135), you can press the button to turn the respective light metering mode on and off.
White Balance White Balance The camera uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture and produce accurate colors under different lighting conditions. There are 4 methods of setting the white balance. You can also perform this function remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 127). Custom white balance: You can use a gray card or white object with no pattern to establish the white balance and set it to one of two custom white balance positions, ÅA or ÅB.
White Balance 4 Press the Å button. 78 • The Å A or Å B icon will flash quickly. • Make sure the gray card or white object fills the screen until the procedure is completed. • Once the icon stops flashing, the procedure is completed. The setting is retained even if you turn off the camera. • The custom white balance setting will appear on the bottom left corner of the screen. On the rear panel, the Å A or Å B icon will be displayed but without the color temperature setting.
White Balance Auto White Balance (AWB) The camera constantly adjusts the white balance automatically to achieve an optimal level. The camera will adjust the white balance if the light source changes. 79 1 Press the WB button. • The white balance mode icon will be highlighted in orange. • You can also use the FUNC. button and joystick to enter the direct setting mode. 2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the icon and then press SET.
Adjusting the Focus Adjusting the Focus 80 Depending on the lens used, the camera offers several ways to focus and incorporates Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology for advanced autofocus performance. Refer to the list of compatible lenses and functions that can be used (A 222). You can also adjust the focus remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 129). Manual focus: Turn the focus ring on the lens to adjust the focus.
Adjusting the Focus Manual Focus Focus manually using the focus ring on the lens. You can also perform this function remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 129). The autofocus mode is set to [One Shot] by default. If you need to change the setting, start the procedure from the beginning. Otherwise, you can start from step 3 below. 1 Open the focus [AF Mode] submenu. [v Camera Setup] > [Focus] > [AF Mode] 2 Select [One Shot] and then press SET.
Adjusting the Focus Using the Focus Assistance Functions 82 In order to focus more accurately, you can use the following focus assistance functions: Dual Pixel Focus Guide, an onscreen guide that shows you if the picture is in focus; peaking, which creates a clearer contrast by emphasizing the outlines of the subject; and magnification, which enlarges the image on the screen. You can use peaking and the focus guide or peaking and magnification simultaneously for greater effect.
Adjusting the Focus Peaking The camera offers two peaking levels. 1 Press the PEAKING button. • The peaking icon (J or K) appears at the lower center of the screen and the outlines in the image will be emphasized, depending on the focus. • Press the button again to turn off peaking. • Alternatively, you can use the [ Assistance Functions] > [Peaking] > [Activate] setting to turn peaking on and off.
Adjusting the Focus One-Shot AF 84 In this focus mode, you will focus manually in most situations but still have the option to have the camera focus automatically only once on the subject inside the AF frame that appears on the screen. You can also change the size and position of the AF frame. 1 Set the focus mode switch on the lens to AF. • On a compatible EF Cinema lens, enable automatic adjustment on the lens (A 80). • @ will appear on the left of the screen.
Adjusting the Focus 4 If necessary, change the size and position of the AF frame (A 86). 5 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus. • Focus manually to bring the subject closer into focus. When the focus enters the automatic adjustment range, the focus frame will turn white and the camera will then finish focusing automatically. • While the focus stays within the automatic adjustment range, the camera will keep the subject in focus automatically.
Adjusting the Focus • Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects or in the following cases. In such case, focus manually. 86 - Through dirty or wet windows Reflective surfaces - Night scenes Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines - Subjects with a repetitive pattern Fast moving subjects When an ISO speed or gain value in the extended range is selected (A 69). When the [Gamma] setting in the custom picture file (A 143) is set to one of the Canon Log settings or [Wide DR].
Adjusting the Focus Face Detection and Tracking [v Camera Setup] When the face detection function is activated, the camera will detect people’s faces. When there are a number of people in the picture, one person will be determined to be the main subject but you have the option to select a different person as the main subject. The camera will keep tracking the main subject even when it moves.
Adjusting the Focus 88 NOTES • In certain cases, faces may not be detected correctly. Typical examples include: - Faces extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall picture. - Faces that are turned to the side, at a diagonal, partially hidden or upside-down. • Face detection cannot be used in the following cases: - When the shutter speed used is slower than 1/30 (59.94 Hz recordings), 1/25 (50.00 Hz recordings) or 1/24 (24.00 Hz recordings).
Zooming Zooming When a compatible EF Cinema lens (A 222) is attached to the camera, you can use the joystick on the grip unit to operate the zoom. You can also zoom remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 123, 131). Required settings on EF Cinema lenses To operate the zoom from the camera, you will need to enable automatic adjustment using the controls on the lens. Required settings vary depending on the lens. Refer to the following table and the instruction manual of the lens used.
Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 90 Using onscreen markers allows you to make sure your subject is correctly framed and is within the appropriate safe area. The zebra patterns help you identify areas that are overexposed. The onscreen markers and zebra pattern will not affect your recordings. Operating modes: Displaying Onscreen Markers The camera offers 5 types of onscreen markers. You can display multiple onscreen markers simultaneously.
Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns To set the aspect ratio 1 Select [Aspect Ratio], select the desired option and then press SET. • If you selected one of the preset aspect ratios, the rest of the procedure is not necessary. If you selected [Custom], continue the procedure to set the desired aspect ratio. 2 Select [Custom Aspect Ratio] and then press SET. 3 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the first digit of the aspect ratio and then press SET to move to the next.
Setting the Time Code Setting the Time Code 92 In mode, the camera generates a time code signal and records it with the recorded clips. The time code signal can be output from the MON. terminal, REC OUT terminal, HDMI OUT terminal and TIME CODE terminal. In mode, the time code embedded in the clip being played back can be output from the REC OUT terminal or MON. terminal. You can also synchronize the camera’s time code with an external device (A 97, 99).
Setting the Time Code Setting the Time Code’s Initial Value If you set the time code mode to [Preset], you can set the initial value of the time code. 1 Open the time code [Setting] submenu. [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] > [Time Code] > [Setting] [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] [Time Code] [Setting] 2 Select [Set] and then press SET. • The time code setting screen appears with an orange selection frame indicating the hours. • To reset the time code to [00:00:00.00], select [Reset] instead.
Setting the Time Code About the Time Code Display An icon may appear next to the time code depending on the operation. Refer to the following table. Icon 94 The time code mode is set to [Regen.]. P The time code mode is set to [Preset] and the running mode is set to [Rec Run]. F The time code mode is set to [Preset] and the running mode is set to [Free Run]. E Time code signal is coming from an external source. H Time code display is on hold.
Setting the User Bit Setting the User Bit The user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of recording, or an identification code consisting of 8 characters in the hexadecimal system. There are sixteen possible characters: the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters A to F. If user bit information is being received along with an external time code, you can also record the external user bit with the clip (A 98).
Synchronizing with an External Device Synchronizing with an External Device 96 Using Genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this camera’s video signal to that of an external video device. Similarly, using an external time code signal, you can synchronize this camera’s time code to the external signal. Using the external time code signal with multiple cameras allows you to set up a multi-camera recording. You can also output the time code signal from this camera to achieve the same result.
Synchronizing with an External Device Reference Video Signal Input (Genlock Synchronization) When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level HD signal) is input through the GENLOCK/ SYNC OUT terminal, the phases of the camera’s V and H sync will automatically be synchronized to it. The phase difference between the external Genlock signal and the camera is initially set to 0. The H phase can be adjusted within the range of approximately ±0.4 H.
Synchronizing with an External Device Recording the User Bit of an External Signal The user bit of an external time code signal can also be recorded with clips, along with the time code itself. 98 1 Open the user bit [Recording Mode] submenu. [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] > [User Bit] > [Recording Mode] [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] [User Bit] [Recording Mode] 2 Select [External] and then press SET.
Synchronizing with an External Device Reference Video Signal Output You can output the camera’s video signal as a reference sync signal (tri-level HD signal) to synchronize an external device to this camera. The reference video signal output will have the same frequency as the signal output from the REC OUT terminal. Operating modes: 1 Open the GENLOCK/SYNC OUT terminal’s [Select] submenu. [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] > [GENLOCK/SYNC OUT Term.] > [Select] 2 Select [HD Sync Output] and then press SET.
Recording Audio Recording Audio 100 The camera features 4-channel linear PCM audio recording and playback. The sampling frequency is 48 kHz and the audio sampling bit depth can be selected between 24 bit or 16 bit. You can record audio using commercially available microphones (INPUT terminals, MIC terminal), analog line input (INPUT terminals) or the built-in monaural microphone*. An audio signal will also be output with the video signal from the REC OUT terminal, MON. terminal and HDMI OUT terminal.
Recording Audio Connecting an External Microphone or External Audio Input Source to the Camera To each of the INPUT terminals you can attach commercially available microphones or analog line in sources with an XLR connector. To the MIC terminal you can attach commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply, and a ∅ 3.5 mm stereo mini plug. In order to use the INPUT terminals, the supplied monitor unit or optional MA-400 Microphone Adapter* must be correctly attached to the camera.
Recording Audio Using the INPUT 1/INPUT 2 Terminals Using the INPUT 1/INPUT 2 terminals, you can record audio independently to two audio channels from a microphone or analog audio input source. 102 To select the audio source, set the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 switch to LINE or MIC as necessary. • To supply a microphone with phantom power, set the switch to MIC+48V instead. Make sure to connect the microphone first, before turning the phantom power on.
Recording Audio Adjusting the Audio Level from the INPUT 1/INPUT 2 Terminals You can set the audio recording level for audio input from the INPUT terminals to automatic or manual level, independently for each channel. 103 Automatic Audio Level Adjustment Set the audio level switch of the desired channel to A (automatic) to let the camera automatically adjust that channel’s audio level.
Recording Audio Activating the Microphone’s Attenuator When the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 switch is set to MIC or MIC+48V, you can activate the external microphone’s attenuator (20 dB). 104 1 Open the desired INPUT terminal’s microphone attenuator submenu. [¡ Audio Setup] > [Audio Input] > [INPUT 1 Mic Att.] or [INPUT 2 Mic Att.] 2 Select [On] and then press SET. [¡ Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [INPUT 1 Mic Att.] [INPUT 2 Mic Att.
Recording Audio Activating the Microphone’s Attenuator If the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted, activate the microphone attenuator (20 dB). 1 Open the [MIC Att.] submenu. [¡ Audio Setup] > [Audio Input] > [MIC Att.] [¡ Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [MIC Att.] 2 Select [On] and then press SET. [Off] About the monaural microphone Monaural microphone The monaural microphone allows you to add comments while shooting, which can be synchronized to the audio and video during editing.
Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal 106 You can have the camera generate color bars and a 1 kHz audio reference signal and output them from the REC OUT terminal*, MON. terminal, HDMI OUT terminal and × (headphone) terminal*. The color bars can also be displayed on the LCD screen and viewfinder. * Audio reference signal only. Operating modes: Color Bars The camera offers 3 types of color bars. 1 Open the [Activate] submenu to activate the color bars.
Video Scopes Video Scopes The camera can display a simplified waveform monitor. You can select one of 6 types of monitors and also adjust the waveform amplification. 107 Operating modes: Displaying the Waveform Monitor Press the WFM button. • The waveform monitor window will appear on the right of the screen. • Alternatively, you can display the video scopes using [ Assistance Functions] > [WFM] > [Activate] setting.
Video Scopes 8 Open the waveform monitor [Y Position] submenu. [ Assistance Functions] > [WFM] > [Waveform Monitor] > [Y Position] 9 Select the desired percentage and then press SET. 108 Options [Line]: [Line+Spot]: [Select Line]: [Field]: [RGB]: [YPbPr]: Sets the waveform monitor to line display mode. The waveform of the area in the red frame is displayed in red on top of the [Line] mode waveform. The selected horizontal line will be displayed along with its waveform.
Adding Marks while Recording Adding Marks while Recording When recording, you can flag an important shot in a clip (only primary clips recorded on a CFast card) by adding a “shot mark” (!). There are two types of shot marks, shot mark 1 (") and shot mark 2 (#), and you can add either or both types to a single clip. You can also add an OK mark ($) or check mark (%) to the entire clip to flag clips you want to set apart.
Using Metadata Using Metadata 110 The camera automatically adds metadata to clips while they are being recorded. You can use Canon XF Utility to check and search for specific metadata. You can also create and transfer a user memo remotely using Browser Remote on a connected Wi-Fi device (A 124, 132). Metadata components Metadata Entering content Checking content Camera Canon XF Utility Browser Remote Canon XF Utility – Ü1 Ü Ü GPS information: altitude, latitude and longitude.
Using Metadata NOTES • After you set a user memo, do not remove the SD card while you are recording. If the SD card is removed, the user memo will not be added to the clip. • You must set the user memo before you start recording for it to be added to the clip. You cannot change the user memo already added to a clip using the camera but you can do so with Canon XF Utility.
Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) 112 When the optional GP-E1 GPS Receiver is attached to the camera’s system extension terminal, the camera will automatically record GPS information (latitude, longitude and altitude) as part of the clip’s metadata (A 110). Later, the GPS information can be used to organize and search clips using Canon XF Utility (A 176). In mode, you can check if a clip contains GPS information on the [Clip Info] screen (A 159).
Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) NOTES • On the [GPS Information Display] status screen (A 203), you can check the current GPS information and satellite signal strength. • GPS signal reception may take some time after replacing the battery pack or when first turning on the camera. • GPS information will not be recorded with still frames grabbed from a clip.
Reviewing a Recording Reviewing a Recording 114 If you set an assignable button to [Review Recording] in advance, you can review all or part of the last clip recorded even with the camera set to mode. Operating modes: 1 Set an assignable button to [Review Recording] in advance (A 135). [ System Setup] [Review Recording] [Entire Clip] 2 Open the [Review Recording] submenu to set the review length. [ System Setup] > [Review Recording] 3 Select the desired option and then press SET.
Simultaneous Recording of Proxy Clips Simultaneous Recording of Proxy Clips In addition to the primary clip recorded on a CFast card, you can simultaneously record the same scene as a proxy clip on an SD card. Compared to 4K clips, proxy clips have a relatively more manageable video configuration of 2K with YCbCr 4:2:0, 8-bit color sampling and a bit rate of 24 Mbps or 35 Mbps*, which makes them very convenient for offline editing.
Simultaneous Recording of Proxy Clips 116 • Available LUT options may vary depending on the current gamma curve and color space settings in the custom picture file (A 139). Also, when those settings are changed, the LUT will be removed ([Apply LUT] will be reset to [Off]). • If proxy clip recording is activated but no CFast card is inserted in the camera, only the proxy clip will be recorded on the SD card.
Special Recording Modes Special Recording Modes The camera features the following special recording modes. Slow & fast motion recording: This mode allows you to change the shooting frame rate to achieve a slow motion or fast motion effect during playback. Pre-recording: The camera will start recording a few seconds before you press the START/STOP button. This is especially useful when it is difficult to predict when to start recording.
Special Recording Modes 1 Open the [Recording Mode] submenu. [3 Recording/Media Setup] > [Recording Mode] 118 [3 Recording/Media Setup] 2 Select [Slow & Fast Motion] or [Slow & Fast Motion (crop)] and then [Recording Mode] press SET. • With the [Slow & Fast Motion (crop)] option, you can select a shooting frame rate up to 120 (fps) but the resolution is lowered to 2K [Normal Recording] (2048x1080 or 1920x1080) and the color sampling is changed to YCbCr 4:2:2, 10 bit.
Special Recording Modes Pre-recording Mode When pre-recording mode is activated, the camera starts recording continuously into a temporary memory (approx. 3 seconds) so when you press the START/STOP button, the clip will contain also a few seconds of video and audio recorded before you pressed the button. [3 Recording/Media Setup] [Recording Mode] [Normal Recording] 1 Open the [Recording Mode] submenu. [3 Recording/Media Setup] > [Recording Mode] 2 Select [Pre-Recording] and then press SET.
Special Recording Modes Frame Recording Mode Set the number of frames in advance. We recommend operating the camera remotely or stabilizing the camera, for example, on a tripod. Sound is not recorded in this mode. 120 Activating and Configuring 1 Open the [Recording Mode] submenu. [3 Recording/Media Setup] > [Recording Mode] 2 Select [Frame Recording] and then press SET. • [FRM STBY] appears at the top of the screen (with [FRM] flashing). 3 Open the [Recorded Frames] submenu.
Special Recording Modes Interval Recording Mode Set the interval and number of frames in advance. Sound is not recorded in this mode. [3 Recording/Media Setup] [Recording Mode] Activating and Configuring 1 Open the [Recording Mode] submenu. [3 Recording/Media Setup] > [Recording Mode] [Normal Recording] 2 Select [Interval Recording] and then press SET. • [INT STBY] appears at the top of the screen (with [INT] flashing). [3 Recording/Media Setup] 3 Open the [Interval] submenu.
Special Recording Modes 122 • About the time code during interval recording mode: - The time code mode can be set to [Regen.], or to [Preset] with [Rec Run] running mode. The time code advances by the number of frames recorded every time. - If the time code running mode was set to [Free Run] or the camera was synchronized to an external time code signal, the time code running mode will be changed automatically to [Rec Run] when interval recording is activated.
Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote Controller Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote Controller You can connect the optional RC-V100 Remote Controller to the camera’s REMOTE terminal in order to control the camera (including advanced recording functions) from a distance. The remote controller lets you turn the camera on, navigate the menus and remotely control the aperture and shutter speed, change picture-related settings like the knee and sharpness, and more.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi 124 You can attach an optional WFT-E6 or WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter to the camera’s system extension terminal and operate the camera remotely via Browser Remote, a Web browser application that can be accessed using the Web browser on any device compatible with Wi-Fi networks*.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi The Main Remote Recording Screen [v] * [Full Control User]/[Camera Control User] only. When using a computer, tablet and other devices with larger screens, this screen offers all the controls available for operating the camera remotely via Browser Remote. 5 6 7 1* 2* 3 4 8 9 10* 11 12 13* 14 * Onscreen display/indication only. The content or value cannot be changed using Browser Remote. 1 Live view screen Shows the camera’s live view image.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi 4 Clip marks and shot marks buttons 126 When recording, you can flag important frames in a clip by adding shot marks or tag important clips by adding clip marks (A 109). To add a shot mark: While recording a clip, touch/click [Shot Mark 1] or [Shot Mark 2]. To add a clip mark: After recording a clip, touch/click [ Mark] to add an $ mark to the clip, or [ Mark] to add a % mark to the clip.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi The Main Remote Recording Screen: Detailed Camera Settings The following sections explain how to use the controls in the detailed camera settings panel. For detailed information and applicable restrictions about the functions themselves, please refer to each function’s explanation. To change the white balance Touch/click the [White Balance] tab in the detailed camera settings panel.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi To change exposure related settings Touch/click the [Exposure] tab in the detailed camera settings panel. 1 1 ND Filter buttons 128 • To use the extended ND range options (8 or 10 stops), touch [Extended Range]. • Touch/click [–] or [+] to change the density of the ND filter (displayed above the buttons). You can also touch the current ND filter setting and select the desired setting from a list of options.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi To adjust the focus and use focus-related functions Touch/click the [Focus] tab in the detailed camera settings panel. To use the following functions, make sure that the AF mode switch on the lens is set to AF. • If the focus mode switch on the EF lens is set to MF, you will not be able to use Browser Remote to control the focus. Depending on the lens used, remote operation may not work correctly.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi AF-Boosted MF 130 1 Touch/click the AF mode button and select [AF-Boosted MF]. • When the focus is in the manual adjustment range, a yellow focus frame will appear on the live view screen. • When the AF frame position is set to [Selectable], you can touch/click the live view screen to select where to focus (A 130). 2 Touch/click one of the manual focus buttons to focus closer ([Near] side) or farther ([Far] side) as necessary.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi • During continuous AF, the camera will keep focusing on the selected subject. During one-shot AF, the camera will focus on the selected subject when you touch/click [ONE-SHOT AF]. • Touch/click [Cancel Tracking] to select a different subject, or touch/click [Tracking] again to end the tracking function.
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi The Metadata Screen [ ] * [Full Control User]/[Meta Control User] only. 132 Using Browser Remote you can create, edit and transfer to the camera a metadata profile that can be embedded with the recorded clips. This metadata profile includes the user memo information (clip title, creator, location and description), as well as GPS information. For details, refer to Using Metadata (A 110).
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera via Wi-Fi 8 Status indicators See the descriptions in the section about the [v] screen (A 125). 9 [ Activate] button Touch/click the button to give priority to the metadata entered in this screen when recording clips. This overrides the metadata read from a file saved on the SD card.
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4 Customization 135 Assignable Buttons The camera offers a number of buttons to which you can assign various functions (assignable buttons). Assign often-used functions to the buttons you find most convenient, to personalize the camera to your needs and preferences. You can find 11 assignable buttons on the camera’s body, 10 assignable buttons on the monitor unit* and one assignable button on the grip unit.
Assignable Buttons Changing the Assigned Function 1 Press the MENU button and, while holding it pressed down, press the assignable button whose function you wish to change. 136 • A list of available functions appears with the current function assigned to the button highlighted. • You can also open the submenu corresponding to the button whose function you wish to change under [ System Setup] > [Assignable Buttons] > [Camera], [Grip], [Monitor] or [Remote Controller].
Assignable Buttons Function name A Description [Backlight] Turns the [Backlight] light metering option on/off. Ü – [Spotlight] Turns the [Spotlight] light metering option on/off. Ü – [FUNC.] Enters the direct setting mode, replicating the function of the camera’s FUNC. button. Ü – 66 [Shutter] Enters the direct setting mode with the shutter speed highlighted and ready to be adjusted.
Assignable Buttons * Function can be used only by assigning it to a button. ** Submenu operation is available only when the optional EVF-V70 OLED Electronic Viewfinder is attached to the camera. ***Submenu operation is available only when the optional LM-V1 LCD Monitor is attached to the camera.
Custom Picture Settings Custom Picture Settings The camera lets you change many settings (A 143) that control various aspects of the image produced. As a set, all these settings are treated as a single custom picture file. After adjusting the desired settings to your preference, you can save up to 20 custom picture files (in the camera or on an SD card), and load them later to apply exactly the same settings (A 142).
Custom Picture Settings [Preset]* 140 [/ Custom Picture] > [Main Settings] settings [Gamma] [Canon Log 2: C.Gamut] [Canon Log 2: BT.2020] [Canon Log 2: DCI-P3] [Color Space] [Color Matrix] [Cinema Gamut] [BT.2020 Gamut] [Canon Log 2] [Neutral] [DCI-P3 Gamut] [Canon Log 2: BT.709] Characteristics These settings use Canon Log 2 gamma and presume a workflow that includes post-production processing.
Custom Picture Settings Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings [/ Custom Picture] 1 Select a custom picture file (A 139). 2 Open the [Preset] submenu. [Preset] [/ Custom Picture] > [Preset] 3 Select the desired option and then press SET. [BT.709] • To use preset picture settings: Select the desired preset setting (A 139) and skip to step 6. To select the main settings individually: Select [Off] and continue to step 4. [/ Custom Picture] 4 Open the [Main Settings] submenu.
Custom Picture Settings Protecting Custom Picture Files Protecting a custom picture file prevents its settings from being accidentally changed. 142 [/ Custom Picture] [File] 1 Select a custom picture file (A 139). [Protect] 2 Open the [Protect] submenu. [/ Custom Picture] > [File] > [Protect] 3 Select [Protect] and then press SET. • In the custom picture file selection screen, i will appear next to the file name. • To remove protection settings, select [Unprotect] instead.
Custom Picture Settings Embedding Custom Picture Settings in a Clip [3 Recording/Media Setup] When you record a clip using custom picture settings, you can have the custom picture file embedded in the metadata and saved along with the clip. Later, you can copy the custom picture file embedded in the clip to the camera (A 163) and use the same custom picture settings to record additional clips. [Metadata] 143 [Add / File] 1 Open the [Add / File] submenu.
Custom Picture Settings [Main Settings] > [Color Space] 144 Determines the color space of the image. (Default: [BT.709 Gamut]) [Cinema Gamut]: Color space developed by Canon based on the specific characteristics of the camera’s imaging sensor. It covers a wider color gamut than that of BT.2020. Use this setting with workflows that require ACES2065-1 color space. [BT. 2020 Gamut]: Color space that meets ITU-R BT.2020 standards, which defines parameters for ultra-highdefinition television (4K/8K).
Custom Picture Settings [Other Settings] > [Black] > [Master Black Red], [Master Black Green], [Master Black Blue] These settings correct the color cast in blacks. When [Gamma] is set to one of the Canon Log settings, these settings have no effect on the picture. Each setting can be adjusted from –50 to +50. (Default: ±0) 145 [Other Settings] > [Black Gamma] Controls the lower part of the gamma curve (dark areas of the image).
Custom Picture Settings Slope Point Output Output 146 Input Input [Other Settings] > [Sharpness] Sets the sharpness of the output and recording signal. [Level]: Sets the sharpness level. This setting can be adjusted from –10 to 50. (Default: ±0) [H Detail Freq.]: Sets the center frequency of horizontal sharpness. Setting higher values increases the frequency, which, in turn, increases the sharpness. This setting can be adjusted from –8 to 8.
Custom Picture Settings [Other Settings] > [Noise Reduction] Reduces the amount of noise that appears in the image. Select a level from [Off] (lowest level) to [12] (highest level), or select [–1] to turn the noise reduction off. (Default: [Off]) Note that even when this setting is set to [Off], a very low level of NR filter is applied. Select [–1] to completely turn off the NR filter.
Custom Picture Settings [Other Settings] > [White Balance] 148 Adjusts the amount of white balance throughout the whole image. [R Gain]: Adjust the intensity of red tones. This setting can be adjusted from –50 to 50. (Default: ±0) [B Gain]: Adjust the intensity of blue tones. This setting can be adjusted from –50 to 50. (Default: ±0) [Other Settings] > [Color Correction] The camera detects the characteristics of a certain color (color phase, chroma, area and Y level) and corrects them when recording.
Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays Customize the camera to match your shooting style and needs. Use the [ System Setup] > [Custom Function] settings to adjust how some of the camera’s controls and functions operate. Similarly, use the [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] > [Custom Display 1] or [Custom Display 2] settings to customize the onscreen displays that appear during recording.
Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays Customizing Onscreen Displays For details on which onscreen displays can be customized, refer to Onscreen Displays (A 57), [Custom Display] explanations (A 191). 150 [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] In Operating modes: In mode [Custom Display 1] [Custom Display 2] mode [Custom Display] 1 Open the desired customized displays submenu. [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] > [Custom Display 1] or [Custom Display 2] ( ( mode) 2 Select the desired onscreen display.
Saving and Loading Camera Settings Saving and Loading Camera Settings After you adjust settings in the various menus, you can save those settings in the camera or on an SD card. You can load those settings at a later date or on another C300 Mark II camera so that you can use that camera in the exact same way. Operating modes: [ System Setup] [Transfer Menu//] [Save], [Load] Saving Camera Settings 1 Open the [Save] submenu.
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5 Playback 153 Playback This section explains how to play back clips with the camera. For details on playing back clips using an external monitor, refer to Connecting to an External Monitor or Recorder (A 169). For details on viewing photos on the SD card, refer to Viewing Photos (A 181). Operating modes: Clip Index Screen Playback functions are accessed from the clip index screen. To open the clip index screen, set the camera to mode.
Playback 1 154 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Relay recording: Appears when a clip begins on one CFast card and continues on the other.
Playback Playing Back Clips After you select a clip to play back from the index screen, you can control the playback with the buttons on the monitor unit. If the monitor unit is not attached, you can control the playback with the buttons on the camera (play/ pause/stop only) or with the joystick and onscreen joystick guide (A 157). 1 Move the orange selection frame to the clip you want to play back. 2 Press the Ò button to start playback.
Playback Onscreen Displays 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 2 156 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 19 20 21 22 Remaining battery time (A 58) Fan operation (A 63) Joystick guide (A 157) Shutter speed1 (A 67) Aperture value1 (A 72) ISO Speed/Gain1 (A 69) Recording date and time2 Recording media , Primary clips: CFast card 8 Proxy clips: SD card 9 Playback operation 10 Frame rate3 (A 64) 11 Onscreen displays superimposed on video output (A 174) 1 2 3 4 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Embedded custom pict
Playback Playback Controls The following playback types are available using either the playback buttons on the monitor unit (“Buttons” in the table below) or the onscreen joystick guide and any of the joysticks. Playback type Operation Fast playback Buttons: Press the Ø or × button. Joystick: During playback, push the joystick up or down. Repeat to increase the playback speed to approximately 5x 15x 60x the normal speed.
Clip Operations Clip Operations 158 Besides playing back a clip, you can perform other operations such as deleting a clip or displaying clip information. This is done through the clip menu, which contains different functions depending on the index screen. You can use the functions in the [3 Recording/Media Setup] menu to perform some of the operations on all the clips. Refer to the following table for available functions and refer to the following pages for more details of the functions.
Clip Operations Using the Clip Menu 1 Select a clip and then press SET. • The clip menu appears. Available functions depend on the index screen and which functions are enabled. 159 2 Select the desired function and then press SET. • The function is enabled. For some functions, further action may be required. Follow the onscreen directions. • Press the CANCEL button instead to return to the clip index screen. IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while an access indicator is illuminated in red.
Clip Operations Displaying the Lens Information and User Memo 160 From the [Clip Info] screen, push the joystick up or turn the SELECT dial up to display the [Lens & Q] screen. In this screen you can check details about the lens used to record the clip. If the clip has an embedded user memo, you will see the user memo content in this screen as well. Push the joystick up or turn the SELECT dial up to return to the [Clip Info] screen.
Clip Operations Deleting $ Marks or % Marks Deleting an $ Mark or % Mark from a Clip 1 Open the clip index screen for primary clips, select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu. 161 2 Select [Delete $ Mark] or [Delete % Mark] and then press SET. • The clip information screen appears and it prompts you to confirm the operation. 3 Select [OK] and then press SET. • The screen changes back to the clip index screen and the selected mark is deleted.
Clip Operations Deleting Clips You can delete clips from a CFast or SD card, except for primary clips with an $ mark. To delete such clips, delete the $ mark beforehand (A 161). 162 Deleting a Single Clip 1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu. 2 Select [Delete Clip] and then press SET. • The clip information screen appears and it prompts you to confirm the operation. 3 Select [OK] and then press SET. • Select [Cancel] instead to cancel the operation.
Clip Operations Copying a Custom Picture File Embedded in a Clip You can copy the custom picture file embedded in a clip to the camera. 1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu. 2 Select [Copy / File] and then press SET. • The [/ Data 1/4] screen appears with the orange selection frame indicating a custom picture file in the camera.
Clip Operations NOTES • After you finish playing back a clip from this index screen, the index screen that was open before the [Shot Mark] index screen will appear. 164 Displaying a Frame Index Screen of a Single Clip You can display an index screen of a single primary clip recorded on a CFast card, broken down as frames at fixed intervals. This is useful when you have a long clip or wish to play back a clip from a certain point. You can change how many thumbnails are displayed.
Clip Operations Adding Shot Marks from the Index Screen 1 Open the [Shot Mark] index screen or [Expand Clip] index screen. 2 Select the desired frame (thumbnail) and then press SET to open the clip menu. 3 Select [Add Shot Mark 1] or [Add Shot Mark 2] and then press SET. • The clip information screen appears and it prompts you to confirm the operation. 4 Select [OK] and then press SET.
Clip Operations 166
6 External Connections 167 Video Output Configuration The video signal output from the REC OUT terminal, MON. terminal and HDMITM OUT terminal, depends on the clip’s video configuration) and on various menu settings. Recording Video Signal Configuration and Video Output Configuration by Terminal Refer to the following table for the video output configuration from each terminal, depending on the recording video configuration used.
Video Output Configuration Playback Video Configuration and Video Output Configuration by Terminal Refer to the following tables for the video output configuration from each terminal, depending on the video configuration of the clip being played back. 168 Operating modes: Video configuration of the clip REC OUT terminal/MON. terminal Resolution Frame rate [2048x1080/1920x1080] 4096x2160 2048x1080 29.97P 25.00P 24.00P 23.98P 2048x1080 YCbCr 4:2:2, 10 bit 2048x1080 59.94P 50.
Connecting to an External Monitor or Recorder Connecting to an External Monitor or Recorder When you connect the camera to an external device, be it a monitor (to monitor the recording or for playback) or an external video recorder (for recording), use the terminal on the camera that matches the one you wish to use on the external device. Then, select the video signal output configuration (A 167).
Connecting to an External Monitor or Recorder Using the REC OUT terminal or MON. terminal The digital signal that is output from the REC OUT terminal and MON. terminal includes the video signal, audio signal (4 channels*), time code, metadata and file name information. 170 * During 4K RAW output, 2-channel 16-bit audio will be output instead. You can select which audio channels to output (A 175).
Connecting to an External Monitor or Recorder Preparations for Connecting an External Monitor Only when using the MON. terminal, you can output various assistance displays (onscreen markers, zebra patterns, peaking, magnification, onscreen displays, B&W image) in order to check them also on an external monitor.
Connecting to an External Monitor or Recorder Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 172 The HDMITM OUT terminal also offers a digital connection and outputs both a video and audio signal. The video output signal depends on the MON. terminal’s video output setting. You can output also the camera’s time code signal and onscreen displays, or change the video output to B&W mode. The audio output signal will be 2-channel linear PCM audio (16-bit*, 48 kHz sampling). You can select which audio channels to output (A 175).
Connecting to an External Monitor or Recorder Applying a LUT to Screens/Video Outputs While recording using special gamma curves, you can apply a LUT to video output from the REC OUT terminal, MON. terminal or HDMI OUT terminal and to the image displayed on the LCD screen or viewfinder. When a LUT is applied, the displayed image will look as if a standard gamma curve and color space were used, making it easier to check the image on the display device used.
Connecting to an External Monitor or Recorder 174 NOTES • When you apply the [ACESproxy] LUT to the REC OUT terminal, MON. terminal or HDMI OUT terminal, the selected terminal will output ACESproxy video data. Using a compatible monitor*, you can perform on-set color grading and check the image after color correction as you continue shooting (A 24). * When using the HDMI OUT terminal, a monitor that supports YCbCr Full Range quantization is required.
Audio Output Audio Output The camera can output audio from the REC OUT terminal, MON. terminal, HDMI OUT terminal or × (headphone) terminal. You can select which two channels of the 4 audio channels recorded with the clip will be output from the terminals*. * For audio output from the REC OUT terminal or MON. terminal, only during 4K RAW video output.
Saving Clips to a Computer Saving Clips to a Computer 176 You can use Canon XF Utility to save and organize clips on a computer and the Canon XF plugins to easily use the clips directly from major non-linear editing (NLE) applications. The software and plugins are available as free downloads from your local Canon Web site. Check the download page for the system requirements and the latest information about the software and supported non-linear editing (NLE) applications.
Developing RAW Clips Developing RAW Clips Use the Cinema RAW Development software to develop RAW clips recorded on an external recorder connected to the camera’s REC OUT terminal or MON. terminal. After you develop the clips and export them to a full-quality standard file type such as DPX, they will be ready for color grading. Alternatively, you can use the Canon RAW Plugin to easily use RAW clips unaltered (in RAW format) directly from major non-linear editing (NLE) applications.
Developing RAW Clips 178
7 Photos 179 Taking Photos You can take photos when the camera is in mode or you can grab still frames from a clip and save them as JPEG images when the camera is in mode. Photos and still frames are saved onto the SD card and their size depends on the video configuration currently in use.
Taking Photos 180 IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the SD card access indicator is illuminated in red. Failure to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camera. - Do not remove the SD card. NOTES • If the LOCK switch on the SD card is set to prevent writing, you will not be able to record photos or grab frames. Change the position of the LOCK switch in advance.
Photo Playback Photo Playback You can view the photos that you took with the camera. 181 Operating modes: Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen Display the [Photos] index screen to view photos. 1 Set the Q switch to MEDIA. • The camera switches to screen appears. mode and the clip index 2 Press the INDEX button. • The index screen selection menu appears. 3 Select [Photo Index] and then press SET. • The [Photos] index screen appears.
Photo Playback Media Server: Viewing Photos on a Connected Wi-Fi Device 182 After connecting the optional WFT-E6 or WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter and completing the registration of a Wi-Fi access point, you can use the camera’s Media Server function to wirelessly access the photos on the SD card in the camera from a connected Wi-Fi device. Refer also to the instruction manuals for the computer/ device, software and access point used.
Deleting Photos Deleting Photos You can delete a photo you no longer need. Photos can be deleted one at a time from the photo playback screen or all photos at once from [Photos] index screen. 183 Operating modes: Deleting a Single Photo The basic operation of the photo menu is identical to that of the clip menu (A 159). 1 Select the photo you wish to delete. • Display the desired photo (A 181) or open the [Photos] index screen and move the orange selection frame to the desired photo.
Deleting Photos 184
8 Additional Information 185 Menu Options For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (A 32). For details about each function, see the reference page. Menu items without a reference page are explained after the tables. Setting options in boldface indicate default values. Depending on the camera’s operating mode and the settings, some menu items may not be available. Such menu items do not appear or appear grayed out in menu screens.
Menu Options Menu item [Camera Grip Zoom] 186 Submenu Setting options [Activate] [On], [Off] [Speed] 1 to 16 (8) [ABB] 89 [Cancel], [OK] [Color Bars] [Activate] [On], [Off] [Type] [SMPTE], [EBU]**, [ARIB] [Periph. Illum. Corr.] [On], [Off] [Chromatic Aberr. Corr.] [On], [Off] A 53 106 37 * Available only with compatible EF lenses (A 222). **The default value depends on the country/region or purchase.
Menu Options [¡ Audio Setup] menu Menu item [Audio Input] [Audio Output] Submenu Setting options A [Audio Bit Depth] [24 bit], [16 bit] 100 [CH2 Input] [INPUT 2], [INPUT 1] 102 [INPUT 1 Mic Trimming] [+12 dB], [+6 dB], [0 dB], [-6 dB], [-12 dB] 103 [INPUT 1 Mic Att.] [On], [Off] 104 [INPUT 2 Mic Trimming] [+12 dB], [+6 dB], [0 dB], [-6 dB], [-12 dB] 103 [INPUT 2 Mic Att.
Menu Options Menu item Submenu [Special Recording Settings] [S&F Frame Rate] 188 Setting options When [System Frequency] is set to [59.94 Hz] or [24.00 Hz]: 4K: 1 to 30, 2K: 1 to 60** (30) ** 1 to 120 when slow & fast motion in crop mode is selected. When [System Frequency] is set to [50.00 Hz]: 4K: 1 to 25, 2K: 1 to 50*** (25) *** 1 to 100 when slow & fast motion in crop mode is selected.
Menu Options [Rec Command] ( mode only): When you connect the camera to an external recorder, if you start or stop recording with the camera, the other device will also start or stop recording. • To output the recording command from the HDMI OUT terminal, you need to set both [Rec Command] to [On] and also [3 Recording/Media Setup] > [HDMI Time Code] to [On] to output simultaneously the time code and recording command. [¢ Picture/Terminals Setup] menu Menu item Submenu [MON.+HDMI+LCD(VF)], [MON.
Menu Options Menu item [Custom Display 1] 190 [Custom Display 2] [Custom Display] Submenu Setting options [Light Metering] [On], [Off] [Custom Picture] [On], [Off] [Focal Length] [On], [Off] [ND Filter] [On], [Off] [Focus Mode] [On], [Off] [Key Lock] [On], [Off] [White Balance] [On], [Off] [Exposure] [On], [Off] [Iris] [On], [Off] [ISO/Gain] [On], [Off] [Shutter] [On], [Off] [Peaking] [On], [Off] [Magnification] [On], [Off] [LUT] [On], [Off] [Lens] [On], [Off] [Remaining
Menu Options • When this setting is set to [MON.+HDMI+LCD(VF)], the LCD screen and viewfinder cannot be used simultaneously. • The REC OUT terminal can be used to monitor the camera’s picture at all times (as long as [3 Recording/ Media Setup] > [REC OUT 4K RAW Mode] is set to a setting other than [Off]). • In mode, the playback picture will be displayed on all screens and output from all active terminals.
Menu Options Menu item [Magnification] 192 [Markers] [LUT] Submenu Setting options [Available While Recording] [On], [Off] [Display on LCD] [On], [Off] [Display on VF] [On], [Off] [Display on VIDEO]*, [Output to MON.
Menu Options [ System Setup] menu Menu item [Reset] [Transfer Menu//] Submenu [Cancel], [OK] [Camera Settings] [Cancel], [OK] [Assignable Buttons] [Cancel], [OK] [Save] [To Camera], [To 8] [Load] [From Camera], [From 8] [Time Zone] [Set Clock] A – 151 List of world time zones. [UTC-05:00 New York] or [UTC+01:00 Central Europe]1 [Date/Time] – [Date Format] [YMD], [YMD/24H], [MDY], [MDY/24H], [DMY], [DMY/24H]1 [Language H] [REMOTE Term.
Menu Options Menu item [Custom Function] Submenu [Camera Control Dial] Setting options A [Iris], [ISO/Gain], [Off] [Grip Control Dial] [Camera Control Dial Dir.] 194 [Reverse], [Normal] [Grip Control Dial Dir.] [SELECT Dial Dir.
Menu Options [Reset]: Reset various camera settings. [All Settings]: Resets all the camera’s settings to default settings, except for the hour meter. [Camera Settings]: Resets the white balance, iris, ISO speed, gain, shutter speed, [v Camera Setup] settings and custom picture settings to default settings. [Assignable Buttons]: Resets the assignable buttons to default settings. 195 [Tally Lamp]: Allows you to set whether the tally lamp illuminates while the camera is recording.
Displaying the Status Screens Displaying the Status Screens You can use the status screens to check the camera’s various settings. You can also output the status screens to an external monitor. 196 Operating modes: 1 Set an assignable button to [Status] in advance (A 135). 2 Press the assignable button to open the status screens. • The status screen most recently displayed will appear unless you turned off the camera or changed the operating mode.
Displaying the Status Screens [CP Data 1/3] Status Screen ( mode only) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 197 Custom picture file name (A 139) Master pedestal (A 144) Master black RGB levels (A 145) Black gamma settings (level, range and point) (A 145) Low key saturation (A 145) Knee settings (slope, point and saturation) (A 145) [CP Data 2/3] Status Screen ( 7 8 Skin detail settings (hue, chroma, area and Y level) (A 147) Selective NR settings (hue, chroma, area and Y level) (A 147) mode only) 1 2 3 4 5
Displaying the Status Screens [CP Data 3/3] Status Screens ( mode only) 1 2 3 4 5 6 198 1 2 3 4 White balance R/B gain (A 148) Color correction (A 148) Area A settings (phase, chroma, area and Y level) (A 148) Area A revision settings (level and phase) (A 148) 7 8 5 6 7 8 [Camera 1/4] to [Camera 4/4] Status Screens ( Area B settings (phase, chroma, area and Y level) (A 148) Area B revision settings (level and phase) (A 148) Setup level (A 148) Handling of clips exceeding 100% (A 148) mode only) 1
Displaying the Status Screens [Assignable Buttons 1/4] to [Assignable Buttons 4/4] Status Screens* * In mode, [Assignable Buttons 1/3] to [Assignable Buttons 3/3].
Displaying the Status Screens [Audio] Status Screens In mode 200 1 2 In mode 3 1 2 Audio source input and audio level adjustment mode for each audio channel (A 100) Audio bit depth (A 175) and audio channels (A 175) used for recording or output. [CFast]: Settings used for primary clips recorded on the CFast card. [SD Card]: Settings used for proxy clips recorded on the SD card. 3 [MON.], [REC OUT], [HDMI]: Settings used for audio output from the respective terminals.
Displaying the Status Screens [Video 1/3] to [Video 3/3] Status Screens* * In mode, [Video 1/2] to [Video 2/2]. 201 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 ** HDMI OUT terminal status (A 172): Signal type (HDMI/DVI), video output, audio output REC OUT terminal status: Video output (A 170), 3G-SDI output mapping (A 171) MON.
Displaying the Status Screens [Metadata 1/2], [Metadata 2/2] Status Screens ( mode only) 1 2 3 4 5 202 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 User memo file name (A 110) Clip title Camera operator Filming location Clip description Clip name information (A 62) (camera index, reel number, clip number, user-defined field) 7 8 9 Scene and take information (A 111) Unique material identifier (UMID) code (A 188): country, organization, user Embed custom picture files with clips (A 143) [Battery/Hour Meter] Status Screen 1
Displaying the Status Screens [GPS Information Display] Status Screen ( mode only) 203 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 Latitude Longitude Elevation 4 5 UTC (coordinated universal time) date and time Satellite signal strength For details refer to Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) (A 112).
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camera, refer to this section. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. 204 Power source The camera will not turn on or it turns off by itself. - The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. - Remove the battery pack and reattach it correctly. Shortly after turning it on, the camera turns off on its own. - You are using a battery pack that is not compatible for use with this camera.
Troubleshooting Bright red, green or blue dots appear on the screen. - Try adjusting the black balance (A 53). The camera’s CMOS sensor is a delicate piece of precision engineering. Direct exposure of the sensor to ion rays or other types of cosmic radiation may affect it and this may rarely appear as bright colored dots on the screen. This is the nature of CMOS image sensors and does not represent a malfunction.
Troubleshooting Even after stopping recording, the access indicator stays illuminated in red. - The clip is being recorded on the card. This is not a malfunction. appears in yellow on the screen. - The camera’s internal temperature has reached a predetermined level. You can continue using the camera. 206 appears in red on the screen. - The camera’s internal temperature has risen further while appeared in yellow on the screen.
Troubleshooting Sound is distorted or is recorded at lower levels. - When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. Activate the microphone attenuator (A 104, 105), or adjust the audio recording level manually. 207 Recording Media and Accessories Cannot insert the recording media. - The CFast card or SD card you are trying to insert is not facing the correct direction. Turn it over and insert it.
Troubleshooting There is no picture or sound from an external monitor connected to the HDMI OUT terminal - Disconnect the HDMI cable and then restore the connection or turn the camera off and then on again. - In mode, check that [Picture/Terminals Setup] > [Select Monitoring Devices] is set to an option that includes [HDMI]. 208 The peaking/magnification/zebra pattern/waveform monitor/B&W image does not appear on an external monitor connected to the MON. terminal or HDMI OUT terminal.
Troubleshooting Check the data on CFast A/CFast B/8 Initializing the card is also recommended - The recording media cannot be used for any of the following reasons. Save your clips (A 176) and initialize the recording media (A 50). • A problem has occurred with the recording media. • The camera cannot read the data on the recording media. • The recording media was initialized using a computer. • The recording media is partitioned.
Troubleshooting Media is not supported - 512 MB or smaller CFast cards and 128 MB or smaller SD cards cannot be used with the camera. Use a recommended recording media (A 47). 210 Memory card is write-protected - The LOCK switch on the SD card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the position of the LOCK switch. No clips - There are no clips on the recording media to play back. Clips must be recorded (A 55) in order to play them back. No photos - There are no photos on the SD card to play back.
Handling Precautions Handling Precautions Camera Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Do not carry the camera by the LCD panel or monitor unit. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. • Do not leave the camera in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car parked under direct sunlight), or high humidity. • Do not hold the camera in the same posture for long periods of time as this may cause low-temperature contact burns.
Handling Precautions • Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camera. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth. 212 Long-term storage • Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 °C (86 °F). • To extend the battery life of the battery pack, discharge it completely before storing it. • Charge and discharge all your battery packs fully at least once a year. Always attach the battery terminal cover.
Handling Precautions Lithium Button Battery WARNING! • The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. • Do not disassemble, modify, immerse in water, heat above 100 °C (212 °F) or incinerate the battery. • Do not insert the battery into the mouth. If swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. The battery case may break and the battery fluids may cause internal injuries. • Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Maintenance/Others Maintenance/Others Cleaning 214 Camera Body • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camera’s body. Never use chemically treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner. Lens • Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blower brush. • Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lens. Never use tissue paper. LCD Screen • Clean the LCD screen using a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth and commercially available cleaning fluid for eyeglasses.
Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are compatible with this camera. The availability differs from area to area. 215 BP-A30, BP-A60 Battery Pack CA-A10 AC Adapter CG-A10 Battery Charger RD-1 Rod Clamp EVF-V70 OLED Electronic Viewfinder CL-V1 Clamp Base LM-V1 LCD Monitor UN-5 Unit Cable (50 cm, 1.6 ft.)/ UN-10 Unit Cable (1 m, 3.3 ft.
Optional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. 216 The message [Battery communication error] is displayed if you use a non-genuine Canon battery pack, and user response is required. Note that Canon shall not be liable for any damages resulting from accidents, such as malfunction or fire, that occur due to use of non-genuine Canon battery packs. Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select only the BP-A30 or BP-A60 Battery Pack.
Specifications Specifications C300 Mark II System • Recording System Movies: Video compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Intra-frame or Long GOP Audio compression: Linear PCM, 16 bit or 24 bit, 48 kHz, 4 channels File format: MXF Photos: DCF (Design rule for Camera File system), compatible with Exif Ver. 2.
Specifications • ND Filter: Built-in (Off, 2, 4, 6, 85 or 105 stops), motor operated 5 With extended ND range. • Exposure: AE shift, light metering modes (standard, spotlight, backlight) 218 • White Balance Custom white balance (two sets, A and B); color temperature setting (2,000 K to 15,000 K); two preset settings (daylight, 5,400 K7 and incandescent lamp, 3,200 K7) that can be further fine-tuned 7 Color temperatures are approximate and given for reference purposes only.
Specifications • VIDEO Terminal Proprietary connector for the supplied monitor unit; output only • AUDIO Terminal Proprietary connector for the supplied monitor unit or the optional MA-400 Microphone Adapter; input only • Grip Unit Connection Terminal Proprietary connector for the supplied Grip Unit connection plug • System Extension Terminal Proprietary connector for optional accessories Power/Others • Power Supply (rated) 14.4 V DC (battery pack), 16.
Specifications Modular Units Monitor Unit 220 Modular unit can be rotated 270º on its axis; includes the LCD panel, recording and playback controls, two audio INPUT terminals and related audio controls. • LCD Panel: Articulated panel, 270º vertical rotation, 180º lateral rotation • LCD Screen: 10.1 cm (4.0 in.), approx.
Specifications CG-A10 Battery Charger • Rated input: 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 120 VA (100 V AC) – 144 VA (240 V AC) • Rated Output: 16.7 V DC, 3.0 A (2 charging stations, each 1.5 A) • Operating Temperature: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) • Dimensions (W x H x D): 200 x 60 x 120 mm (7.9 x 2.4 x 4.7 in.) • Weight: Approx. 755 g (1.7 lb.) BP-A30 Battery Pack • Battery Type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System • Rated Voltage: 14.
Appendix: Compatible Lenses and Functions Appendix: Compatible Lenses and Functions 222 Following is a list of lenses compatible with this camera and the various functions that can be used depending on the lens. Depending on the lens’s purchase date, you may need to update the lens’s firmware to use these functions. For details, consult a Canon Service Center.
Reference Tables Reference Tables Approximate Recording Time on Recording Media 223 Primary clips sw CFast card capacity → Bit rate ↓ 64 GB 128 GB [410 Mbps Intra-frame] 20 min. 40 min. [310 Mbps Intra-frame] 25 min. 50 min. [225 Mbps Intra-frame] 35 min. 75 min. [210 Mbps Intra-frame] 40 min. 80 min. [160 Mbps Intra-frame] 50 min. 105 min. [50 Mbps Long GOP] 165 min. 335 min. Proxy clips Bit rate → SD card capacity ↓ [35 Mbps Long GOP] [24 Mbps Long GOP] 16 GB 60 min. 85 min.
Index 224 4K RAW video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 4K workflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Clips ABB (automatic black balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Abroad, using the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215 ACES color, ACESproxy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 AE shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Air vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 AF speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Continuous AF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Face AF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Focus assistance functions . . . . . . . . . .82 One-shot AF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Frame rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Frame recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Free-run (time code) .
Photos Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183 Photo numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 Playback via Wi-Fi (Media Server) . . . . .182 Recording and grabbing frames from clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179 Viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Playback Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
& USA CANON CINEMA EOS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (‘Canon USA’) with respect to (a) the Canon Cinema EOS Product, and (b) the accessories for the Canon Cinema EOS Product (if any), packaged with this limited warranty (collectively the “Products”)* and purchased in the United States. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase.
CANADA CANON CINEMA EOS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN CANADA 228 The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (‘Canon Canada’) with respect to (a) the Canon Cinema EOS product, and (b) the accessories for the Canon Cinema EOS Product (if any), packaged with this limited warranty (collectively the “Products”)* and purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase.
Canon Inc. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan Canon Europa N.V. Bovenkerkerweg 59, 1185 XB Amstelveen, The Netherlands USA http://pro.usa.canon.com CANON U.S.A., INC. http://pro.usa.canon.com/support (855) CINE-EOS (855-246-3367) (USA only) http://www.canon-europe.com UNITED KINGDOM Canon UK Ltd Unit 160, Centennial Park, Centennial Avenue, Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SG 020-7660-0186 The information in this document is verified as of February 2018.
