Canon unveils EOS C80 35mm full-frame cinema camera with RF lens mount, 6K RAW video, 16-stop dynamic range, human and animal AI AF tracking, and smartphone remote control
Canon has unveiled the EOS C80 6K 35mm full-frame cinema camera with RF lens mount and a slew of top-notch features that enable filmmakers to produce high-quality movies.
The C80 uses a 26.7 MP full-frame back-illuminated stacked CMOS sensor with 6.0 μm pixels for 16-stops of dynamic range. The camera is capable of recording detailed full-frame 6K RAW 29.97/25/24/23.98P videos and Super 35mm 4.3K RAW 59.94/50/29.97/25/24/23.98P videos by oversampling the pixel data from the sensor. Additional recording resolutions are possible using compressed XF-AVC and XF-HEVC codecs with up to 4:2:2 10-bit quality. The camera is also capable of taking JPEG photos with a resolution up to 4,096 x 2,160 pixels.
Dual SD card slots support SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards. The camera can record identical videos of a shoot to both cards. The camera can also be set to record a different video of a shoot to the second card such as a slow-motion video.
The C80 sensor incorporates Dual Pixel CMOS AF II autofocus technology with highly accurate human and animal AI focus tracking across the full frame. The AF is aided in low-light situations by the sensitive back-illuminated stacked sensor design that captures more light than traditional sensors. The triple base ISO of this sensor allows shifting of the base ISO from 800 to 3,200 or 12,800, enabling filmmakers to utilize the full 16-stop dynamic range of the sensor in bright or low-light scenes.
Besides the expected slew of input and output connectors, such as SDI, XLR, HDMI, 12G/3G SDI, BNC Timecode, and Ethernet, the camera also has Wi-Fi connectivity. This allows filmmakers to remotely control the camera from an Apple smartphone running the Canon Multi-Camera Control app. Users can control all common exposure settings and even adjust lens focus from afar.
The Canon EOS C80 cinema camera has an MSRP of $5,499 and will be available for purchase from November 30, 2024 (in the Canon store on Amazon). The EOS C80 pairs nicely with Canon CN-R (RF-mount Cinema Prime) lenses like the CN-R35mm T1.5 L F (here on Amazon) or the CN-R85mm T1.3 L F (here on Amazon).
Canon Introduces the EOS C80 6K Full-Frame Cinema Camera
New EOS C80 RF-Mount Camera Features a 6K Full-Frame, Back-Illuminated Stacked CMOS Sensor, Triple-Base ISO, Dual Pixel CMOS AF II and 12G-SDI
MELVILLE, N.Y., September 9, 2024 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is pleased to announce the new EOS C80 cinema camera, with a native RF-mount and full-frame, back-illuminated stacked CMOS sensor, designed for filmmakers that require a full-featured camera in a compact body.
6K Full-Frame Back-Illuminated Stacked CMOS Sensor
The Canon EOS C80 camera features a 6K full-frame, back-illuminated CMOS sensor, with triple-base ISO, allowing the camera to deliver stunning imagery in a wide range of lighting conditions. The base ISOs of 800, 3200, and 12,800 maximize the full dynamic range of the camera.
The EOS C80 camera also features Canon’s latest Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus, Dual Pixel AF II. The back-illuminated stacked sensor’s positioning offers superb light-capturing efficiency, which widens the area of the sensor that can be used for autofocusing. The sensor also empowers fast readout speed, as well as amazing 4K image quality from 6K oversampling.
12-G SDI and a Variety of Interfaces
In addition to moving to a full-frame sensor, the EOS C80 camera has also stepped up from its predecessor by adding 12G-SDI output, which enables uncompressed transfer of your video signal with a secure cable connection. The camera’s design includes a variety of other interfaces including HDMI, mini-XLR audio inputs, time code, built-in Wi-Fi® connectivity, and Ethernet. This internet connectivity enables the camera to be controlled remotely via our IP-based XC Protocol using Canon’s Remote Camera Control Application (available for free on the Canon USA Website), or our Multi-Camera Control App for iPhone (available for free on the App Store).
Compact Design
The compact and lightweight EOS C80 camera is suitable on a drone, gimbal, tripod, or in any configuration where compact size and light weight are important.
The camera is ergonomically designed with a new, lightweight handle assembly. The Multi-function Shoe is located just above the LCD screen and the joystick controller provides easy control and menu navigation.
Recording Options
The EOS C80 camera can record up to 6K 30P in Cinema RAW Light. Other recording options include our standard XF-AVC codec which can record in 10-bit 4:2:2 with oversampling from the 6K sensor, creating rich detail and smooth imagery without the need for cropping the image from the sensor. Furthermore, autofocus is enabled when recording in slow or fast motion at up to 4K 120P.
Additionally, the EOS C80 camera has two more recording codecs, XF-AVC S and XF-HEVC S. These formats were first introduced with the EOS C400 camera and feature an easy-to-manage naming system and folder structure, while recording in the familiar MP4 format and preserving metadata.
Pricing and Availability
The Canon Cinema EOS C80 Full-Frame camera is scheduled to be available in November 2024 for an estimated retail price of $5,499.00*. For more information, please visit www.usa.canon.com.
EOS C400 Firmware Update
The EOS C400 camera will receive a firmware update in in October of 2024 that will enable autofocus when recording in slow or fast motion at up to 4K 120P.
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $29.4 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. as of 2023 has ranked in the top-five overall in U.S. patents granted for 38 consecutive years†. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To learn more about Canon, visit us at www.usa.canon.com and connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/canonusa.
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† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.
* Specifications, pricing, and availability subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by dealers and may vary.
